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  1. Everywhere here is very dog friendly, I myself have a dog. I will tell you that it is VERY VERY difficult however to balance him and school. We do get a lunch break almost everyday but that means you will be missing out on good discussion and time spent practicing. A lot of outside class time is required to master learning the different devices and I definitely miss out on that. I will be leaving my dog with my parents at Christmas time which is really hard for me but almost necessary. Your second and third year you will most likely not be in Oregon. Your second year you are only in Hillsboro for 6 months total (about 2 month increments). You will be applying to internships which are not in the area and across all of the United States. This is something very big to take into consideration as it is possible you may need to pay two rents depending on where you get accepted for placements. Your third year you can also be wherever you want. There is a very very slim chance you will get your placements in Oregon either years.
  2. I would suggest going to this website and clicking through all the schools you're interested in. Each school lets you know the average scores they are looking for and I would narrow it down from there. http://www.asha.org/edfind/results.aspx?area=AUD&degree=CELD&location=ALL A strong SoP and experience is key. I know the GRE is most important to East coast schools and some others as well. If you really have an excellent SoP and stand out because of it I think you'll be just fine as you have experience in research (etc.) which a lot of people do not. However, I would apply to SEVERAL schools- as many as you can afford. Space is VERY limited. I have friends in my program now who have had to apply more than once as they weren't excepted the first time and their grades/GRE scores were fabulous. In my personal experience, my GRE scores are very similar to yours, my GPA a bit higher, and I had a year of research experience under a highly renowned woman in the field. I have an amazing SoP but was admitted to FAR less programs than I had expected. I recommend visiting the programs you are most serious about ( I did not do this). Also, start brushing up on your interview skills! TIP: Look back at you SoP and mention some of your future goals in the field and how specific elements of the program will help you achieve those goals. School's love when your SoP feels personalized to them. Create a paragraph for each one and just swap it out of your main SoP.
  3. SOPs are very important. This program is COMPETITIVE. The majority of people have to apply again because spaces are so limited. If you already know your SOP is weak I would suggest really working on it. Make it fluid and make yourself stand out. Professors are reading hundreds of these and as you can imagine they all start to sound the same. Definitely put a great deal of effort into it. I would like to suggest making a paragraph in it specifically addressing the program you are applying it and the aspects of it that you like. This requires really researching each school and the elements that make their program stand out from others. In your SOP you can just swap out this paragraph for other school's details but really show that you have done your research on the school and why you are a good fit. Does their areas of research interest you? Do they place special emphasis on certain clinical areas? Is their clinic new, old, cochlear implant experience, vestibular experience? Really dive in deep and show each program why you are a good fit. Show the school how what they have to offer is going to help you meet your own personal goals and mention your goals!
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    Where to apply

    Apply to as many places as you can afford. Programs are so small it's best to over apply than have to wait an entire year.
  5. You do have a shot. I would definitely apply to Pacific University in Oregon. A few of my classmates do not have backgrounds in ComDis. The professors are VERY personable and as long as you hold a strong interview and truly prove you're interested in the field you have a chance. I think working with diverse populations definitely helps too (physical or mental disabilities). Another thing would be to get your hands on doing some research in the field if you can. It doesn't have to be paid. I volunteered in a lab only for a few months before applying but I think that really stands out especially to PU bc they are brand new and just getting into research =) Another GREAT idea. A few of my classmates were audiologist assistants ( you don't need any degree or anything to be this)... If you could find a position like this it would not only make you stand out but also really benefit you because you would gain a lot of hands-on experience/ knowledge to help you in your classes.
  6. Hello everyone, I am a first year AuD student at Pacific University- Oregon. I am a graduate assistant and working on improving our schools website. I am looking for all of your guys input on features you have found on our website or other websites that are helpful/not helpful in the admissions process. I am also interested in hearing about information that you wish the website offered. - Is there any information you think schools are missing that would help you in the process? EX) My suggestion is to add individual students daily schedules. This will allow prospective students to see how time is really spent in grad school (how much time there is for fun and how demanding school work is). (Pacific's website will hopefully have this implemented for you all before you begin applying!) Let me know if you have any suggestions or find anything that was especially helpful! Also, if you have any questions for me I would be more than happy to answer them. Thank you!
  7. Hi there, I am a first year student at PU-Oregon so I think I can offer you some valuable information. I have only been in the program about a month so I'm not an expert but here are some details I do know. The AuD program here is on a campus separate from PU's undergraduate courses. Your classes are located on the 4th floor of the Medical Plaza which is basically an extension of the hospital. This is convenient as your classroom is located here as well as a clinic with which you will be getting some of hours from. You will also receive hours from places outside this clinic however, so having a car is NECESSARY! I'm not sure if this is the case for every cohort but next week we will be starting clinical hours and traveling to several elementary schools throughout the area (hence importance of a car). As for professors, EVERYONE is extremely friendly and approachable. I love them all and they are willing to do anything to help you. Several professors even give out their cell-phone numbers to students at say that it is okay to call at any hour. The professors truly care about your mental health and well-being and are very supportive. I have never felt so welcomed at any other school. Unfortunately, I do not know too much about funding. I have a graduate assistantship that takes $1,500 off of my tuition and a $1,500 stipend... However, it is VERY difficult to manage a GA and school. My books for the entire year costed roughly $800 (I did buy them all new though). As for the intensity of the program... Every second that you are awake you will be spending in school, doing homework, or studying. If you have ever taken an accelerated summer class in undergrad it is very similar to this. I do love the block curriculum however, it is important to realize that you will be sitting in class learning at least 5 hours worth of material. You cover A LOT in one day so there is a lot of studying to do each night and sometimes more than 100 text book pages of reading. Also, it is important to note that although you will only be taking one class there are still other elements of the program that require attention. On top of class there is lab, clinic, and seminar each week which also have assignments you will need to complete outside of class. I am at school for over 9 hours a day (most days). I get home at around 5, eat dinner, and then study and do homework until bed. I usually wake up early to finish studying/reading. You really have to keep up with the material you learn each day and can't really skip a day of studying because you cover SO MUCH in a single day and will easily fall behind. Hillsboro is a highly hispanic area and there is not much of a town but just a short 15 minute drive to Beaverton( lots of students live here) and there is lots of shopping and things to do. The MAX rail stops pretty much right in front of campus if you do decide to live downtown Portland (I wouldn't not recommend but people do). Apartments are pricy and I would definitely suggest a roommate. You won't find a one bedroom for much less than $1,200. I share an apartment with one other person and pay $800 a month + gas/electric & internet. There are people who live with several roommates and pay as low as $400. Housing is something you will not worry about till pretty much a month or two before you move out here. Most housing is in surrounding areas but there is some in Hillsboro. I don't mean for any of this to scare you. I LOVE LOVE LOVE the program. It is intense as is any graduate program. You have an Exam on Friday every 2 weeks and as long as you pass this you then get a weekend of freedom- no studying, no nothing. This is the best feeling ever!
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