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    plume got a reaction from soschocking in 2017 Applicants Here!   
    It really, really does. You still have more schools to hear from than I (and probably most of us) have total applications out, so try to stay as positive as you can. My friend who is in SLP school now always told me I just needed ONE acceptance. ONE. And you've got a lot of applications still out. Good luck, and keep us updated! 
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    plume got a reaction from NorCalSLPA in When will we hear!!!!   
    U of the Pacific emailed me with their decision 33 minutes ago fyi!!
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    plume got a reaction from StressLP in When will we hear!!!!   
    Congrats @li'lsebastian!!! I had the same feelings and reaction!
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    plume reacted to li'lsebastian in When will we hear!!!!   
    Just got accepted to Virginia! I found out at work and burst into tears, I really didn't think I would get it anywhere!
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    plume got a reaction from sabrono in Need scholarship and acceptance advice!   
    I disagree, I do not think you will lose any chance of being admitted... I think you would have to do a lot more than that for them to take back an offer. I am not sure how frequent this happens in this field, but I know it is common to contact your top choice about funding in other fields. As long as you are tactful I think it is fine. They understand that funding is very important in your decision, and may be motivated to offer you something if you express they are your first choice. I only have one example, but my ex did this for law school and was not offered any extra funding. However, another law student suggested he try because he had done the same and the program matched the scholarship he was offered from another program.
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    plume got a reaction from sabrono in Need scholarship and acceptance advice!   
    I think this sums it up well (I just found it on a random website):
    "2. Be prepared to do some good-faith negotiating on the financial aid offers you receive. I saw a number of admitted students do this the wrong way. They would contact me, and say, "I've just received your financial aid offer. Another school has offered me twice as much — will you match or exceed that amount?" This is not the way to handle things.
    You can negotiate offers by contacting the person who signed your admission letter. Start by thanking him or her for admitting you and for the generous financial aid the school has already offered. This is such a simple gesture, but it goes a long way. Let them know you are considering some other options — which they expect — but do not indicate how much you have been offered elsewhere unless you are asked.
    Finally, ask if the school has a policy that enables staff to re-evaluate a financial aid package. The answer to this question will most likely be yes. Then ask, "Would you consider re-evaluating my offer, and can I provide any information to assist with that?"
      [Learn strategies to help pay for grad school.]
    Your request may not result in additional funding, but it will be met with a much more positive response about re-evaluating your award."
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    plume got a reaction from ElKel87 in Need scholarship and acceptance advice!   
    I think this sums it up well (I just found it on a random website):
    "2. Be prepared to do some good-faith negotiating on the financial aid offers you receive. I saw a number of admitted students do this the wrong way. They would contact me, and say, "I've just received your financial aid offer. Another school has offered me twice as much — will you match or exceed that amount?" This is not the way to handle things.
    You can negotiate offers by contacting the person who signed your admission letter. Start by thanking him or her for admitting you and for the generous financial aid the school has already offered. This is such a simple gesture, but it goes a long way. Let them know you are considering some other options — which they expect — but do not indicate how much you have been offered elsewhere unless you are asked.
    Finally, ask if the school has a policy that enables staff to re-evaluate a financial aid package. The answer to this question will most likely be yes. Then ask, "Would you consider re-evaluating my offer, and can I provide any information to assist with that?"
      [Learn strategies to help pay for grad school.]
    Your request may not result in additional funding, but it will be met with a much more positive response about re-evaluating your award."
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    plume reacted to Rorororosy in When will we hear!!!!   
    Congrats everyone, I was waitlisted and rejected everywhere last year, its so exciting to hear all the acceptances. 
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    plume got a reaction from Rorororosy in Need scholarship and acceptance advice!   
    But I absolutely agree that it is important how you word  your request.
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    plume got a reaction from donutfearfutureslphere in Need scholarship and acceptance advice!   
    I disagree, I do not think you will lose any chance of being admitted... I think you would have to do a lot more than that for them to take back an offer. I am not sure how frequent this happens in this field, but I know it is common to contact your top choice about funding in other fields. As long as you are tactful I think it is fine. They understand that funding is very important in your decision, and may be motivated to offer you something if you express they are your first choice. I only have one example, but my ex did this for law school and was not offered any extra funding. However, another law student suggested he try because he had done the same and the program matched the scholarship he was offered from another program.
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    plume reacted to kayyyyy_ in When will we hear!!!!   
    I just got put on the waitlist for Rockhurt University!
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    plume got a reaction from SLPsingballs in 2017 Applicants Here!   
    Check the Emerson portal guys! I just got accepted! 
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    plume got a reaction from kayyyyy_ in 2017 Applicants Here!   
    Check the Emerson portal guys! I just got accepted! 
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    plume got a reaction from jmk in When will we hear!!!!   
    Emerson posted my acceptance on the portal today! YAY!!! Good luck to all and check your portals!
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    plume got a reaction from lindsay359 in When will we hear!!!!   
    @lindsay359 The U of Arizona website says acceptance letters will be mailed by March 15!
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    plume got a reaction from SpeechLaedy in Q&A Grad Programs   
    I thought it might be helpful to start a thread for people to ask  and answer about specific programs—maybe from first-hand experience or things we have learned at open houses, etc. I know there are separate threads about each school but maybe we can compile some more updated info.
    With that said... can anyone speak about Northern Arizona U? I love Flagstaff but want to know more about the school and program. Does anyone have any positive or negative experiences to share? Any impressions on the program as a whole? Insight on clinical opportunities? Are you given good opportunities for a wide range of specialties or is it geared more towards a certain type of population?
    Thanks!  
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    plume got a reaction from babykoala in Q&A Grad Programs   
    I thought it might be helpful to start a thread for people to ask  and answer about specific programs—maybe from first-hand experience or things we have learned at open houses, etc. I know there are separate threads about each school but maybe we can compile some more updated info.
    With that said... can anyone speak about Northern Arizona U? I love Flagstaff but want to know more about the school and program. Does anyone have any positive or negative experiences to share? Any impressions on the program as a whole? Insight on clinical opportunities? Are you given good opportunities for a wide range of specialties or is it geared more towards a certain type of population?
    Thanks!  
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    plume got a reaction from Akon in When will we hear!!!!   
    I JUST GOT ACCEPTED INTO NAU'S FULL-TIME LEVELER TRACK!!!! I cried!!!! 
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    plume got a reaction from kenz in Q&A Grad Programs   
    I thought it might be helpful to start a thread for people to ask  and answer about specific programs—maybe from first-hand experience or things we have learned at open houses, etc. I know there are separate threads about each school but maybe we can compile some more updated info.
    With that said... can anyone speak about Northern Arizona U? I love Flagstaff but want to know more about the school and program. Does anyone have any positive or negative experiences to share? Any impressions on the program as a whole? Insight on clinical opportunities? Are you given good opportunities for a wide range of specialties or is it geared more towards a certain type of population?
    Thanks!  
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    plume got a reaction from gdblover in Acceptances, Waitlists, Rejections 2017   
    Congrats @gdblover! Me too! I was beyond excited! Still waiting to hear from nine....
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    plume got a reaction from SLPsingballs in When will we hear!!!!   
    I JUST GOT ACCEPTED INTO NAU'S FULL-TIME LEVELER TRACK!!!! I cried!!!! 
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    plume reacted to Callen in When will we hear!!!!   
    OMG YES! CONGRATS! ?
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    plume got a reaction from Rorororosy in When will we hear!!!!   
    I JUST GOT ACCEPTED INTO NAU'S FULL-TIME LEVELER TRACK!!!! I cried!!!! 
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    plume got a reaction from Callen in When will we hear!!!!   
    I JUST GOT ACCEPTED INTO NAU'S FULL-TIME LEVELER TRACK!!!! I cried!!!! 
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    plume reacted to Elska in When will we hear!!!!   
    Congrats! How exciting!!! 
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