LMGX
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Yes, include any peer-reviewed publications in your CV.
No, it is not frowned upon. An "easy" journal pub is better than no pub. It still shows your research and technical writing skills. I would exclude any non-peer reviewed journal pubs, though.
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Hey,
Regarding your question of whether or not having a MA/MS degree is advantageous, it really depends on the program! I know some programs view applicants with existing graduate degrees (in the same field) as a sign of commitment and ability to succeed. Others, however, may view it as a burden in that they may want students with a "fresh" blueprint (e.g. no pre-existing graduate school framework). Although I am not in your specific field of study, out of all the schools I applied to this cycle - it was pretty much a 50/50 split in terms of whether or not the committee viewed a MA/MS degree as a positive attribute. You will need to reach out to programs on an individual basis - most faculty members will answer in a relatively honest manner.
In terms of what may have held you back this cycle, it seems like your 58th percentile quant score may very well be it. Although not a terrible score per say, considering how competitive graduate programs in psychology have become over the past years, you should probably aim for at least an 80th percentile score. I know taking the GRE is awful, but it may be worthwhile for you to retake it with added emphasis on the quant section.
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On 3/14/2017 at 0:30 PM, BR5KVG said:
Any news from SLU?
Still nothing here.
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Congrats on the acceptances. I think it's important to look at the context - Columbia carries no weight in the IO community (in terms of "prestige"). No more than Roosevelt, which is a new and relatively unknown IO program.
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3 hours ago, future_phd said:
I applied to SLU and UMSL and have not yet heard from either.
It looks like UMSL reached out to people who made their shortlist and SLU sent out interview weekend invites.
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21 hours ago, MikeC99 said:
Thank You Angelo, I mean I have 7 years of work experience in mental health working in the urban areas of Newark NJ and Paterson NJ if that doesn't give me a head start on some brainy 22 year old psych student. i don't know what does! The career change may impact me I think. I'm DEFINITELY not taking GRE's again.
Hey Mike, to be blunt - your 7 years of mental health work experience will not get you very far in I/O. In fact, I would say a 22 year old with a higher GRE score may have a better shot. Don't rely on just your work experience - make sure you emphasize your interest in I/O and why you would be a great fit for the program(s) in your personal statement.
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On 1/25/2017 at 1:54 PM, QuickFelix said:
Soooooooo, anyone have any gossip on Rice? Are they accepting applicants this year...if so, any time soon? I'm getting twitchy over here.
Depends on your POI. I don't think Salas is taking anyone this year.
Fall 2017 I/O Psych Applicants
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I hope everyone got in to their target program!