nicoleMSW

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Meeeee! Currently writing this from the WLU library, finishing up my first semester :) 

Hi there! For reference - I was waitlisted at Laurier beginning of April last year, and received my acceptance about four weeks later  There is hope!

Hey! I am only in my first year of the two year program, so can't speak to the whole thing as we are just finishing up term 2/3 for first year. But for the first semester, we had class three days a week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) with packed days, but Mondays and Fridays off. Definitely seems like a dream schedule, and it is helpful because you will need it for the work load! It is a lot but manageable if you put the time into it with the free days you're given. 
Second semester we have had placement from Monday-Wednesday, and classes Thursday and Friday. More physically exhausting for sure.
For our third term placement is now increasing to Monday-Thursday and classes on Fridays. 
For placement, they offer them all around in many different cities so you may be able to get one close to your current home. I know many people who only rented a place from September-December then moved back home once placement started, and only commuted on class days. (I am not one of them so I can't speak to how that is - I personally like being near the campus so I am near both school libraries, the school gym, professors for help, and classmates to study/take a break with). 
Hope that helps  
 

No problem at all! I am enjoying the program a lot! We have some incredible professors at Laurier and they really help make the learning experience great. I enjoy most of the courses as well - I find the majority of the content to be applicable as I've started my placement, even when I didn't think it would be! It is relevant and up to date, and the classes are wonderful. 
In terms of textbooks, the professors are very mindful of it and most don't make you buy anything at all! Most are online. I have purchased two textbooks only in the 8 months I've been in the program so far! 
In terms of words of wisdom - it is an intense program, but manageable if you take time to take care of yourself. Don't be afraid to talk to professors if you are struggling - and your cohort is an incredible source of support.
Can't wait to see you on campus in September - I hope it fits what you are looking for!  

For our cohort, Tuesday and Wednesday were 9-4:30 and Thursday was 9-12. I do think they are changing the times though.... so class is either starting earlier or ending later next year (I can't remember which). Hope that helps! 

Hey! I am only in my first year of the two year program, so can't speak to the whole thing as we are just finishing up term 2/3 for first year. But for the first semester, we had class three days a week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) with packed days, but Mondays and Fridays off. Definitely seems like a dream schedule, and it is helpful because you will need it for the work load! It is a lot but manageable if you put the time into it with the free days you're given. 
Second semester we have had placement from Monday-Wednesday, and classes Thursday and Friday. More physically exhausting for sure.
For our third term placement is now increasing to Monday-Thursday and classes on Fridays. 
For placement, they offer them all around in many different cities so you may be able to get one close to your current home. I know many people who only rented a place from September-December then moved back home once placement started, and only commuted on class days. (I am not one of them so I can't speak to how that is - I personally like being near the campus so I am near both school libraries, the school gym, professors for help, and classmates to study/take a break with). 
Hope that helps  
 

Hi there! For reference - I was waitlisted at Laurier beginning of April last year, and received my acceptance about four weeks later  There is hope!

Literally the same thing happened to me last year...definitely not great at letting people down gently and keeping people waiting for months 

My ACORN status changed to invited earlier today. I am an UofT alumni. But don't give up hope!!!!

I GOT INTO UOFT 2 YEAR MASTERS PROGRAM!! I only had a B average soo I didn’t think I would get in!! God is great! Good luck yo everyone sending positive vibes!!’ 

AHH just got invited to the 2 year program at UofT!! I haven't checked my SGS account yet, but my Acorn says "Invited". 
Congrats to everyone who's been accepted so far! Can't wait to meet you all in September! 
@mswash Wow, I had a dream about being accepted to UofT last night, too! I hope your dream brings as good news as mine.
 
edit: my SGS still says "Under Review", though I remember reading in older threads that SGS takes longer to update than Acorn. 

Ahhh! Same!!! I am freaking out. I probably will not believe it until I get the official acceptance letter in my hands. Congrats!

I just got invited to the 2 year MSW program at U of T!

I did have good grades, a 92% average when graduating. Keep in mind, though, that I had the same average the first time that I applied and got rejected across the board, so I don't think grades are a huge part of it. Don't let grades freak you out.
I had very little research experience. And by very little, I mean only projects I had to do as part of my two research courses - nothing extra! Quite minimal compared to others.
I don't remember the exact amount of hours I had for experience. I'm sure I could find it in my application if you really want to know. I had done a good deal of volunteering in social services (i.e. with people with intellectual and physical disabilities, learning settings for children, etc), but I wouldn't say it was a crazy amount. I believe my work experiences that I accumulated in the year and a half between my first round of rejections and finally getting started on an MSW is what helped. I worked in youth justice the entire time, in various capacities. These experiences not only amounted to more hours, but also solidified my desire to get my MSW so I could work with the youth in the capacity I wanted, so I felt renewed excitement to apply the second time around. It also gave me more concrete experience to write about in my letters! All this to say that rejection really can be a blessing in disguise at times. 
I hope this helps. I'm sorry if it sounds vague. I also had my own personal life experiences that pushed me towards an MSW of course, which I wrote about in my letters of intent. Truthfully, I found that comparing my stats to other people only freaked me out more, and it can be difficult to tell who gets accepted based on stats alone. I think this is because personal intent and the way you can articulate your goals and what you will bring to the program also accounts for a great deal in the applications. Trust me, I thought I was going to have to work for YEARS before getting into the program, just based off other peoples' stats! 
Either way, I hope this helps. Let me know if you have any other questions  
 

I did! I'm still completely shocked that I got accepted! Good luck to everyone waiting on hearing back!!

I also received an acceptance from Western today!! I don’t think I will be accepting it as I’ve received generous funding from Carleton. 

I was rejected by Western and then accepted to U of T for the 2 year program! It's possible!  

I just got into ryerson 

Just received an email with an acceptance to Western/King's advance standing starting in September! I am excited to have been offered acceptance at every program I have applied to. I don't see any funding offers at all though from Western, so I believe I will be declining the offer and accepting at Laurier for next fall. Good luck to everyone else who applied there and if you were waitlisted you have some hope through me. I feel positive given that they only accept ~15 people each year

I was accepted to Laurier advanced standing with allot of funding!! I can’t believe it... my first choice is still ryerson... but not sure if they will be paying for my education as Laurier is haha 
 
congrats all
 
Much love 

yay!  got into laurier!  oh gheeze - time to make some decisions.  good luck to all <3 

Laurier’s admission emails just came out! For the Advanced Standing 1 year program!

Acceptances rolled out early April last year

Hello everyone! I just received an email that I was accepted into the advanced standing at Carleton!  I've been a bit of a lurker on this site but wanted to say it's been super helpful following along, so thank you all! I'm still unsure if I will attend Carleton as I am waiting on a few more schools, but good luck to everyone....the time of waiting is finally drawing to a close (for some schools anyway!)