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Same! Now that I've gained a better understanding of how I stack up to other applicants in my field, I'm wishing I'd just paid those extra app fees. That was the biggest thing for me when I decided how many schools to apply to-- but now I'm wondering what would have happened if I had applied to UPenn or Harvard. Still, I'm going for an MA right now and there's nothing to stop me from applying to PhD programs at "elite" schools in two years. (I mean, I know that's a bit messy sometimes and all, but I think you all get what I'm saying.) I definitely don't regret cancelling my application to my current University's general psych masters, though! Even as a last resort, I would have been miserable. Like you said, it's a good problem and maybe even silly.

(1) $0 (2) Hoping on as much FinAid as possible (of really any kind) through the University, but might be looking at ~$20k/yr for two years as a worst-case scenario. (3) Less than $500 debt on my card, a little more than 4k savings (4) Average entry-level with MA is 40k but the national average as of 2010 was 87k.

Bumping this! I think it's a great tool that we should use.

Anyone want to claim the recent Roosevelt Interviews and acceptances? I noticed some more since my posting early this month/late last month. PM me if you're comfortable with it! Just want to compare notes.

I have to admit... I got the Tech HelpDesk at one University to unlock my student accounts, totally by mistake! I thought I had my login info wrong so I called and they just unlocked it. I have access to my student email and could use it if I wanted to, and I have access to all the student service pages like financial aid, personal info, grades and holds, schedule... everything. It's all blank right now, because I haven't actually accepted their offer. But unlike Elmhurst, I don't think I was meant to be able to use all that yet. Oops!!

Rejections are not always as negative as we all think. While I am rooting for you and hope you get some acceptances, I'm also happy that you're able to see the brighter side. It's not the end of the world, as we so often think it is. It's just a change of plans if it happens, and I like to think that those who can survive the application process (and interviews, and emails, and blah blah blah) can certainly do so more than once! After all, we've got to be pretty tough to do all this. I forget sometimes how abnormal it is, to go to grad school. We're not the rule-- in many cases, we're the exception to it even before we're accepted anywhere. Whatever happens, I think you'll find support here.

Same thing happened to me with Elmhurst. Turns out, it was just a way for me to access my application file-- and becomes a student portal if you actually become a student. However, I too APPEAR to have access to class registration, events, etc. I don't, actually. Like everything is there but when clicked I get errors. I'd advise you to email the program director or office of admissions at that school. That's what I did, and I was told that my confusion was common and then everything was explained properly. The person I contacted expressed that he actually hated the current system because it confuses applicants so much, and he's been lobbying for a change.

Oh my gosh, I had no clue! That's really cool, thanks for sharing. I have skin issues that change with the seasons, and NYX has so many affordable options that are very kind to my skin. Their BB cream is one of my must-have products because it's so lightweight and it really looks like you're not even wearing any makeup. I'd love for people to think my skin just looks this great naturally. @raaawr I just can't handle gel eyeliner! I've tried SO many types, but I've gotten so good with the super thin brush NYX liquid liner has that gel feels clumpy and heavy. It looks great done right, though. Very striking on you, I'm sure!

This is making me miss my blue hair! I have really dark curly brown hair, but I used to have neon blue and purple streaks all over while I was in high school. It looked so awesome and was tons of fun, but I was having trouble finding a job. I was told straight up that I would not be hired unless I changed my hair. After a few awful waitress/bartending jobs, I gave up and dyed it back- and immediately got a job outside of food service. I miss my fun hair so much! Because my hair is so dark/thick, it would take AGES to bleach it light enough to hold a bright blue. I'm really glad I did it, though. Love all the pics everyone is posting! I wear full face makeup every day. It's sort of my morning therapy. I find it very relaxing! BB creme, foundation, concealer, contouring (but I use powder), eyebrows and full eye makeup with winged liquid eyeliner. I love dramatic eye makeup, but I try to keep the rest of my makeup soft and natural. I grew up in theatre so I'm great at applying false eyelashes, but I hate wearing them! One of my favorite brands is NYX Cosmetics, and I'm in love with Smashbox's Photo Primer Water. Anyone else have some favorites?

Man, that's really sad.

To show how lame I am, I legit had to google that. It's definitely going on my grocery list! Thanks! I do keep to the sweeter, brighter wines. I just haven't gotten my pallet to a place where I can appreciate dry wines yet!

I've very suddenly-- like within the past month-- developed a love of cheese plates. I've never been very adventurous with cheeses, which as a vegetarian is probably some sort of crime. My definition of a "cheese plate" is currently gouda, colby jack, mozzarella, and whatever else I have on hand. And lots of crackers! It's really hard to find wine pairing guides for vegetarians, so I'm experimenting with that as well.

Hey everyone! Looks like I'll be moving to Chicago to attend Roosevelt University in the fall. I'm from a small rural town, and I already know that I may experience some culture shock. I'm hoping to get this thread to be a little more active, because I need all the help I can get as far as advice, tips, resources, personal experience... anything that could help me out! I'm looking for a one bedroom apartment-- if it allows small dogs that would be a huge bonus. I'm fine with commuting but hope to keep my commute at an hour or less. I've been trying to learn about the neighborhoods around Chicago, but since it's pretty overwhelming I figured I'd just bump this thread. I'm hoping that my SO will be able to move with me, which depends on whether he can transfer his job to Chicago and if he can find a nearby school to continue his undergrad in Secondary Ed. We're visiting Chicago next week so I can tour campus and meet faculty, but we'll have time to explore the area a bit as well. Anything at all would be helpful and highly appreciated. Thank you!!

School Name: Elmhurst CollegeInterview Invite Received: 2/19/16 Degree: MastersType: Industrial Organizational Notified via: Email from an Admissions CounselorInterview Date: 2/26/16 via SkypeAdditional Info: I was told a couple weeks ago by the Asst. Director of Admissions that I'd be asked to interview, so this was not surprising.