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rockerelmo

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  1. Hey SamSat, no problem I cannot speak on behalf of the admissions committee of what they look for, but do take in mind that people with a variety of experience had got accepted! I think your experience sounds great. That's funny, because I worked for an immigrant serving agency for 4.5 years before this, and I am interested in newcomer experiences and systemic barriers for newcomers. Social workers are settlement counsellors for newcomers to Canada. Where I used to work, they were the frontline workers of the agency, so there is a need. But I'm not sure of the stats of employment rate. If you'd like to learn more about what they do, I'd suggest you calling COSTI Immigrant Services and ask to speak or meet their counsellors to learn more. Right now they are busy with Syrian refugees, in order to find them living space, as a lot of them are still living in hotels. What you choose is ultimate up to you, you know what's best! As long as you are consistent with your story and how you present yourself, the admissions will see how your specialty will shine through.
  2. Hi SamSat, hold your head high and keep moving forward! Is your interest in gerontology social work? (Drawing from your long-term care home experience) I followed my passion to fight for social justice as an organizer for two vigorous political campaigns, aside from working full-time at the same time at a nonprofit organization for 4.5 years. I also spent 6 months upgrading my GPA so I can be competitive enough to apply to grad school. I'd say find your interest and passion, keep doing what you love and the admissions will see that in your application. I'd also advise you to spend quality time on writing the application entrance essays, because they are crucial for a holistic evaluation of your application. Make sure your story is consistent, your vision and your goals are consistent, also that your referees all tell the same story as well. You'd want a consistent application that clearly shows this is who you are, why you want to pursue social work, and what you will do with it. But all that aside, who knows, you might have got in this year
  3. OMG! Thank you! I am beyond ECSTATIC. Excited, overjoyed lol. I am waiting on the letter of acceptance which will make it official! This was such a hard process and I wanted this more than anything. I waited two years to gather my qualifications to be able to apply! I wish everyone the best of luck, and this was truly a humbling experience!
  4. Hey Rizwan! I just checked my ROSI and it said "Invited" for status, does that mean I am accepted? I am literally crying right now from tears of joy lol I hope this not wasted emotion! Registration - Fall 2016 - SW MSW 2 Degree Master of Social Work (2 Yr) (SW MSW 2) Status Invited Full-time or Part-time Full Time Session in which you entered program Fall 2016
  5. Lol!!! I hope we don't all become skeletons when it does happen. Good luck to everyone!!!
  6. Checking in - has anyone heard from U of T 2-year MSW program yet? Still waiting!
  7. Hi! This was SO HELPFUL. Thank you so much for sharing. But, for better or for worse, I am actually the category you described that fits York and the reason why I wanted to go to York so much. I applied and I haven't heard the finalized decision yet. Can I possibly connect with you to learn more about your experiences? I'd be happy to private message. - Emily
  8. Congratulations!!! I am so happy for you Kat! Well-deserved!!!
  9. Wow, that is pretty competitive. That's good to know about the placements, thank you!
  10. That's really good to know! Time means nothing compares to the experience we can get in between...Thank you for the tips
  11. Holy moly! Sounds like you had your determination to go to York. As I saw on your previous post, you did your HBSW at Lakehead Thunder Bay? I was looking at the Orilla campus, to do that as a Plan B if my other application to U of T didn't work out. I'd have to wait an extra year then Is Advanced Standing less competitive because most people are new university grads? I worked for five years in social services before I decided to apply. My GPA isn't high but I upgraded courses online at Athabasca University, which I don't think York weighted highly. So, how does everyone manage the extra gap year in between applications? I really had my heart set on attending grad school this September, that I'd quit my job (that wanted to quit anyway) to focus on taking courses to upgrade my GPA. Now I'm waiting on U of T and looking of a new job. Kind of hard, to be honest.
  12. I guess i"ll have to keep trying! Last year it's 750 applications, with 20 admitted into the two-year program!
  13. Hi Kat, I applied to the two-year MSW program at York. It already says "Reviewed - Unsuccessful". I guess they filtered me out as soon as they calculated my GPA, cause I consider my holistic application a very strong one. I saw it last week. Thank you!
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