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Did you apply to their online program? That's the one that takes lower GPAs (and I believe they don't require GREs). I honestly think that it's your GREs and not your GPA that's affecting your chances so getting your 2nd bachelors should be a secondary focus. Your primary focus should be on getting your GRE scores up. That seems like your best bet. Good luck!!!

Congrats!!!

I can totally understand your dilemma...do you want to spend more money on getting a 2nd bachelors in this field if you are not going to be able to use it to get into grad school? It's a gamble because getting into grad school for SLP is really difficult. Although grad schools want different types of prerequisite courses, ENMU probably offers the same general prerequisites that you have already taken for their program...getting a 2nd bachelors will not absolve you from these other prerequisites unless those courses are actually a part of the 2nd bachelors program. If I were you, I would try to get my GREs scores to at least a combined score of 300. From what I've seen on grad cafe, most people are rejected with scores below that number. I've heard good things about Magoosh from several people. In my opinion, if you can't get those scores up then getting a 2nd bachelors will definitely be a waste of money. How many SLP prerequisites have you taken so far? Have you applied to NOVA? They accept people with lower GPAs but they have rolling admissions so your start date might be a couple years from now.

When I researched that school a couple years ago the cost was around 100k for the accelerated program. I'm not sure if they reduced the tuition but that was the reason I didn't pursue that program. I'm curious to know too.

To schedule interviews, right?

Did you interview for the low residency program or the regular program? It sounds like some people have been notified for the regular program but not the low residency program. I applied for the low residency program and I have an interview with them on the 23rd. The priority application deadline was March 6th so I'm sure they have more applications to go through.

I have been waiting for NAU and today I received an email from them. It gave me a mini heart attack but when I opened it, it was a false alarm. Just them telling me that they have my FAFSA info but I haven't been admitted to their program. Yeah, thanks a lot lol.

CONGRATS! I'm so happy for you!

I have a friend that graduated from NAU (summers track). She loved Flagstaff and the faculty....I mean it's pretty cool that one of your professors will be Wayne Secord! She said there were "hidden fees" so be prepared to spend a little more than what the tuition is per credit. She also felt that she didn't get much help with finding a placement for the medical externship.

To be brutally honest, if your major GPA is low you might struggle quite a bit in a masters program. I don't want to be discouraging but there are some students that end up getting into a masters program for SLP and then end up getting kicked out for earning two C's...in the end they are stuck with a large amount of debt and no degree. You say you are not the hardest worker or a "school person"....do you still feel this way? Trust me, people can change over time (like me!) but grad school is an expensive place to find out. If you feel that you have changed and you have grown to become a "school person" and a hard worker, and you are positive you want to move forward with grad school, make sure you have an awesome SOP (explaining your past grades), high GREs, strong LORs, gain some experience in the field, and earn As in all the classes you retake. But also be prepared and have a plan b just in case you do not get into a program. This is a challenging field and the journey can feel pretty rough...but if you are willing to put in the hard work and you take the risk, I wish you all the luck in the world!

Admissions to the low residency program is granted on a rolling basis from March through April 22, and they will begin releasing decisions in March. If you applied early you will probably hear from them first.

Thanks!

I saw some new acceptances into NAU today...not sure if it's for the summers track or full-time. If you have been accepted into the summers track I have a couple questions for you thanks!!!

I got my first response today...an interview with Emerson College (low residency)!!! I'm so excited and nervous!!! I won't be interviewing until mid-late March though...welp!

Has anyone heard from NAU Summers Only track? Someone on the admissions page said they got accepted into this program. I'm curious about their stats and when they applied. Thanks!

lol I swear the wait is so bad, a small part of me would just like a rejection already haha! I haven't heard from anyone yet.

It sounds like you might want to skip the associates program and just get your 2nd bachelors in CD. I second @Crimson Wife suggestion, USU has a great 2nd bachelors program. I did that program full-time and finished in 1 year. After you earn your bachelors, you would need to find an SLP to do your 25 hours of clinical experience for your SLPA license. You can qualify for school loans (no grants) for your 2nd bachelors as long as you take 6+ units. You should also check around to see how the SLPA job market is in your surrounding area. I know Texas has had it rough with cuts to Medicaid. Im applying to grad schools right now. So hopefully I'll start soon! The programs I applied to range from 2-3 years but I'm trying to get into programs that allow me to work as a SLPA while going to grad school. I need the $$$.

Not yet...it's only been a week since I submitted my application. It's so hard to wait patiently! I haven't heard from anyone yet and it's been pure torture. Early March seems so soon considering the priority deadline to apply is early March lol. Don't get me wrong...I hope we hear earlier than early March haha...but their dates don't really line up.

One more thing to consider is each school has their own list of prerequisites and rules regarding how much of them you need to complete before applying. This is probably the hardest part of the application process. You should look up all the schools you want to apply to and make a list of each of the requirements so you can make an informed decision on your next move. Unfortunately, this is easier said then done. Wine helps lol.

Where do you live? What are your state's licensing requirements for SLPAs and are there jobs available? It is confusing because there isn't a one size fits all type of answer for you. What I've learned about this whole process is no matter what, you will hit some hurdles. You can: 1. Complete a SLPA program (2 years), work while completing your 2nd bachelors or leveling programs...or you might be able to get into a masters program that include leveling courses. 2. Compete a 2nd bachelors in CD (or post-bacc or just take leveling courses), then apply for a masters program. You might be able to get a SLPA license after you finish your bachelors. Depending on the state you live in, you might have to find someone to do clinical hours with or take a couple courses in a SLPA program to get your hours. 3. Apply to a masters program that includes leveling courses. Whichever pathway you choose you will find that not all the grad schools out there will fit that choice. If you have a school you definitely want to go to, I recommend finding out which pathway makes the most sense for that program. If you are open to any grad school then it's up to you to decide which factors are important to you in making that decision....cost, time, etc. I also earned a bachelors in another field. I chose to complete a SLPA program first, then started a 2nd bachelors in CD soon after. Now, I'm applying to grad school. This took more time but it was important for me to make sure this was the field I wanted to dedicate myself to and I wanted to gain experience before jumping into grad school. I am not someone that wants to go into a clinical setting completely green...I hate feeling unprepared so spending extra time learning and working as a SLPA was a huge factor when making my decisions.

Is early March for the low-residency program as well? I'm so confused because the application deadline is different for the two programs at Emerson.

That's horrible. A good professor would be encouraging you to further your education. It's not like you have to miss the whole class....so annoying. But good idea with the private room thing. Past colleges I've attended would only rent out rooms for groups so maybe have a friend check the room out with you if that's a rule at your school. Good luck!

Talk to your professor and tell him/her you need to leave class 20-30 minutes early because of a grad school interview.

I'm going crazy too! This is torture. I can't even enjoy my weekends anymore because once Friday comes around and I haven't heard anything I'm soooo sad.

My sister used to live in Dobbs Ferry. I visited once and I remember it being a quaint little town and very cold (it was winter time so it was snowing, and I'm from CA born and raised..brrrrr). It's a really pretty town right by the river. She would commute to work in Manhattan so the train is super convenient. She actually moved out there after living in Manhattan. She wanted a break from all the noise and people. She lived in Dobbs Ferry for a couple of years and then moved back to the city.