princessmommy25

I read constantly on different school websites that taking their pre-reqs or leveling courses does NOT give a spot in their graduate program….and you have to apply separately. Are there any programs out there that do give you spot? Like if I take their pre-reqs (I'm out of field) I'm guaranteed a spot in their Masters program (obviously if I keep good grades, etc.). Just wondering if those exist...

Hello. I'm wanting to go to school in the south..I have a Masters degree with a phenomenal GPA and a Bachelors degree with a HORRIBLE GPA. I'm taking the GRE next month. I want a solid program, obviously accredited. I'm not competitive for the highly ranked schools, I know that. But I do that I'm a solid student with money to attend school. What programs are less competitive? How do I find a school's acceptance rate?

Jacksonville University does offer their pre-req courses online. I've spoken with an advisor there. Just FYI for anyone interested.

Hi. I'm currently located in a small town (under 6000 people) in Washington state. I'm trying to made a decision about USU's online courses and was looking for some insight from others. I have a BA in Mass Comm and an MS in Secondary Education…so I'm out of field, needing some leveling courses before applying to grad SLP programs. I've found numerous accredited online programs…..FSU, Texas Women's, Jacksonville University, and Utah State have caught my attention. So I wanted to hear from others who may have taken these courses. I don't work…but I do have two young kids. Luckily they will have preschool next year so I'll have study time during the day and they go to bed relatively early. So I think I can take a full-load of online classes. If you did take from these schools, what grad program are you currently in? I'm just trying to gather as much info as I can. Thank you for helping me!

Thank you for all the encouragement. I've downloaded some apps….I've bought three different study guides and I've watched countless math videos. I don't remember the basics….I was a drama teacher so i used math on a basic level with a calculator! I didn't need to find inverse equations and solve for "x"…and find the slope of a line….and all this other stuff. It's been OVER 15 years since I took college algebra and with my Bachelors degree I only needed one math class. I'll look at magoosh.com. Thanks for that tip!

So funny….we have the same degrees. HA! I feel like my background and teaching experience really make me a strong candidate….and now seeing first-hand what my daughters are learning is amazing. I've looked a Utah State's curriculum. Did you just pick out the classes you wanted to take? I am planning on taking the GRE in July….fingers crossed..but I really don't remember crap about math. I'm studying like crazy. So in case my score sucks, I'll take it again. There are some good schools that don't require it like you said. Where are you going to school now?

Hello, all. This is my first post…I came across this forum as I was searching various grad programs. Here's a little background information. I have a BA in Mass Comm….had a mediocre GPA. Years later I got into grad school and I have an MS in Secondary Education…my GPA was awesome (3.8). I worked as a teacher for 7 years in the public school setting. I now stay at home with two little girls….who are both in speech therapy. A light bulb clicked for me! I feel so passionate about learning….about helping others….about educating myself. I've been researching every post-bac program I can find. I've looked at online leveling programs. I've been in contact with different advisors at various schools, etc. My first concern is making sure schools look at my Grad GPA as a true picture of who I am…focused, determined, and competitive. My undergrad GPA shows a girl at 19, in a sorority, skipping classes, changing majors, and not sure of her future. I have to say I'm more scared of taking the GRE than the taking the CSD courses. It's been YEARS since I've done math….especially at the level of the GRE. Is anyone else out there with a Masters and making a switch to SLP?