Hi! I am also gearing up to apply for programs. Not too long ago, I finished a summer statistics course and was in dire need of a break. I have decided to begin 9/1 the process of writing SOP's and writing samples. I have abeen out of school for about 8 years but my LOR's will come from 2 psychologists I currently work with as well as a former supervisor. I hope to have my apps in by the end of November/early December thus giving me a good couple of months to make edits etc. I am located in NC and will only be applying to 2 schools (NCCU & NCSU). I am incredibly nervous I will not get into either but I am still going to take that leap of faith! Good Luck!