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    AlwaysaFalcon reacted to Swishfish22 in Narrowing Down Schools   
    I applied to over ten schools, as I had a low gpa. I recommend if you’re nervous about acceptance and want to widen your possibilities, definitely apply to more, but only schools/areas you could see yourself at. Any school will get you the degree, but you have to like the school and the area you’ll be in for 2 years.
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    AlwaysaFalcon got a reaction from BCaBAbutwanttobeaSLP in I have C's from undergrad, is grad school not a possibility?   
    I had 3 c's in undergrad. One of those was in my major. I ended up being accepted into 3 grad programs after 3 different application cycles of trying to get in! Specifically on my schools website they actually discourage you from retaking coursework. They're reasoning for this is that this may be an indication that a student isn't prepared for graduate coursework if they have to retake a course. Another reason is once you have a lot of credit hours redoing coursework has a smaller impact. For me I addressed why I got a C in those certain courses and what I learned from it for next time. This way to the department I am addressing the issue head on and letting them know I can handle receiving help for coursework I am struggling with. Hopefully this helps. Let me know if you  need any help! I'd be happy to share my tips!
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    AlwaysaFalcon reacted to Ejt5100 in FINALLY GOT IN   
    Listen guys, I spent there last 4 years trying to get in to a program.. This discussion board can be disheartening, and you may feel like you'll never get in because everyone else is so impressive.. But there is hope!
     
     I have loved this field for the last 6 years. I had a tough undergrad (2.8) GPA, took the GRE's 3 times never did well despite numerous classes (V145 Q 144 W 3.5). However my experiences as an SLP-A and LOR'S were amazing! Last year was going to be my last year applying.. I'm glad I didn't give up. You shouldn't either. IT'LL HAPPEN.
     
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    AlwaysaFalcon reacted to JennWilhelm in How do you decide?   
    It's probably going to mostly be a financial decision. I mean, I want to be a good clinician, but all good schools can teach me me to be that, I don't need a name. Scholarships would be nice, though. 
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    AlwaysaFalcon reacted to flowerbloom in Questions for a Clinical Fellow   
    I started scoping things out in the areas that I was interested in starting in March; however, most places with job openings that I applied to wanted someone to start right away so they weren't interested in a CF candidate that couldn't start till June. Most of the jobs, at least most of the school jobs start to appear in May/June so that's really the time that I was doing a lot of interviewing. I'd say you can start looking about 2 months prior to graduation. Many of the people in my class didn't have jobs until after graduation though. Hope this helps!
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    AlwaysaFalcon reacted to Jordyn_M463 in Unhappy in grad school   
    I would seriously ask yourself if it is the difficulty adjusting or if it speech pathology that is effecting you. I say this because I would hate for you to "struggle through" and waste money and time on something you don't truly enjoy. If it is an adjustment issue, you could look into transferring or seek out opportunities to hang out with other people in your program! I know for me, I knew no one in my program when it started a month ago. About half of the program commutes from home! But my cohort started a GroupMe and when someone wanted to go out for drinks or to get dinner, they extended the invites to everyone else. When I got one of these invites, I made a huge effort to try to go and talk to everyone. It was difficult for me because I don't generally go out of my comfort zone and do things alone, but it was something I told myself I had to do! Maybe you could suggest a GroupMe chat! Chances are, there are other individuals who want to hangout with other people but are nervous to initiate it. You can always start small. Drinks? Studying? Working on any homework? Extend the invite to everyone so you can get to know everyone and start building relationships. 
    As for not feeling challenged, to be honest I wouldn't worry too much right now. My schedule is also pretty slow right now. It will pick up and things will start to get hectic. That is what everyone has guaranteed me. I would say maybe you are just more prepared and have a wider knowledge of the field due to your undergrad. There are probably individuals in your program that are feeling challenged! Don't worry if you aren't too busy! That is honestly probably a good thing!
    Ultimately, you should probably talk to family and friends about what the best option for you is! I wouldn't give up if you genuinely love speech pathology! Best of luck to you!
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    AlwaysaFalcon got a reaction from slptobe! in Will Pre-reqs affect my chances?   
    If this helps answer your question two programs I interviewed with I had not taken Neuroscience as this was a requirement for their programs. During the interview process I was told that I could complete this course in the beginning of my program to fulfill this requirement. So this personally did not hurt my chances as I was accepted into both these programs mentioned. You would have to check the program though. Some programs might not let you complete undergraduate courses with their grad classes. Hope that helps! 
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    AlwaysaFalcon reacted to pbandj in Can I get in with these stats?   
    I think you certainly have a shot at an American university. Your GRE scores look good, and while your GPAs may look like they're on the "lower" end, I wonder if having a previous Masters in another field can help you stand out from other applicants! If you haven't already, you should consider applying to programs in more rural areas in America. It will still be relocating, but at least it's still in the country. Schools that are in more rural areas tend to get less applicants, and they generally look at the applicant more holistically so it may be easier to get accepted. Best of luck!
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    AlwaysaFalcon got a reaction from AngelSpeechie in Questions for a current grad student!   
    Like many others have done, I'm a current first year grad student! Feel free to ask any questions from applying to grad school itself!  We're all in this together and I remember how rough the application process was!
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    AlwaysaFalcon got a reaction from Jordyn_M463 in Should I buy or rent my textbooks?   
    Personally because I am on a budget I usually try and rent textbooks from Chegg. If the cheapest option is to buy from the bookstore or amazon then I will do that. I figure I can buy the textbooks later on if I want them once I graduate and have more money. That's why I keep my syllabi since it lists the textbooks on there. 
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    AlwaysaFalcon got a reaction from Swishfish22 in Those who had low GPA’s and got accepted... give the rest of us hope???   
    Hi! I applied three different application cycles and for me third time was the charm! I was accepted into three schools! My gpa from undergrad was a total of a 3.34, not sure what just the communication disorders classes were. I think my GRE scores were 142 for Verbal and 144 for Math and 4.0 for writing. Funny thing is the school I ended up attending did not need GRE scores. I think the thing that me this last time around was:
     
    1. I applied all of the country and tried to apply to schools with a lower amount of applicants so I could stand out.
    2. I submitted more than the minimum requirement of letters of recommendation (2-3) and instead submitted 4.
    3. I gained experience in the field that I could use in my letter of intent. I volunteered at an integrated preschool and was able to observe with an slp and also work with kids. It was so much fun and I was able to confirm my interest in the field. 
     
    Good luck and know we are all in this together!
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    AlwaysaFalcon got a reaction from SLPhopefullyy in Those who had low GPA’s and got accepted... give the rest of us hope???   
    Hi! I applied three different application cycles and for me third time was the charm! I was accepted into three schools! My gpa from undergrad was a total of a 3.34, not sure what just the communication disorders classes were. I think my GRE scores were 142 for Verbal and 144 for Math and 4.0 for writing. Funny thing is the school I ended up attending did not need GRE scores. I think the thing that me this last time around was:
     
    1. I applied all of the country and tried to apply to schools with a lower amount of applicants so I could stand out.
    2. I submitted more than the minimum requirement of letters of recommendation (2-3) and instead submitted 4.
    3. I gained experience in the field that I could use in my letter of intent. I volunteered at an integrated preschool and was able to observe with an slp and also work with kids. It was so much fun and I was able to confirm my interest in the field. 
     
    Good luck and know we are all in this together!
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    AlwaysaFalcon reacted to Jordyn_M463 in Applying for Masters, Fall '19.. low GPA :(   
    I would suggest applying to smaller programs in Rural areas as the above poster has said. Also focus on getting the highest scores you can on GREs and strengthening every other aspect of your resume. Maybe even apply to programs that do interviews. In some programs it matters less about grades and more about the fact that you can hold a conversation with another person. My advisor always suggested applying to a large amount of schools that match your stats pretty closely. You can find that info on EdFind on the ASHA website. Then apply to a few "reach" schools. They may see something in you and be willing to give you a shot! It is worth the try! 
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    AlwaysaFalcon reacted to pbandj in Applying for Masters, Fall '19.. low GPA :(   
    You mentioned Audiology, and I'm not sure if you were just talking about a single course if you're looking at aud programs - sorry! The following advice is for speech path, I'm not sure of audiology stuff! If you're willing to go out-of-state, try to check out schools in more rural areas. Less people apply to these more remote schools, so it may be "less competitive." If the cost of living is low enough, attending OOS schools can sometimes be comparable to attending school in-state in CA.
    I would also consider taking a year off to build more experiences in the field. Some jobs include being a para, behavior interventionist, etc. Since you're in CA being an SLPA for a while is also an option. That would give you extra time to focus on your grades next year and study for a higher GRE score to offset your GPA. The application process can be daunting and competitive, so it may be beneficial to save yourself the stress and money if you take some time off to build up your application. Seriously, there's no rush to get into grad school right after undergrad! 
    Best of luck to you! ❤️ 
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    AlwaysaFalcon got a reaction from azure in Re-taking CSD courses?   
    It's up to you whether you want to retake undergraduate courses or not. I received three C's in undergraduate courses, 1 in a speech class and I didn't retake them and was still accepted into three universities. This is advice from my graduate program about retaking courses. I found it helpful and thought I would share. Just something to consider.
    Retaking courses is generally not recommended, except under extreme circumstances. There are two main reasons for this. First, when your transcripts are reviewed by an admissions  committee, they will  recognize that you have retaken courses, and may view this as an indication that you will have difficulty with graduate level coursework. Second, once you accumulate a large number of credit hours, the  impact of a grade change becomes smaller.  To restate, the more credit hours you  accumulate, the smaller the impact a retaken course grade will have on your GPA.  You should learn to  do your own GPA calculations and test out the “what if” scenario for yourself before retaking a class.   Retaking classes is usually not a very productive strategy for raising your undergraduate GPA and  improving your graduate school application, and is expensive as well as time‐consuming.  It is important  to discuss your concerns with your advisor before deciding how best to proceed.
     
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    AlwaysaFalcon got a reaction from nwslp in Is declining my only option crazy?   
    I ultimately chose a school that was $25,000+ cheaper. For me I wanted to be responsible and take out as few loans as humanely possible. I think its mature that you are considering the debt and the weight of that. 
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    AlwaysaFalcon reacted to futureSLPhopefullylol in Is declining my only option crazy?   
    Pro tip to any future applicant reading this: never apply to a school you would not be willing to pay for or cannot afford. Look up tuition before applying to any school. 
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    AlwaysaFalcon got a reaction from ThroughGodsGrace in Getting into the SLP Grad program.. HELP!   
    As a fellow New Yorker I can tell you that I wanted to stay instate as well. My first round of applications I applied to all New York schools. That backfired and I didn't get in to any of those schools. The second year I applied to New York, Pennsylvania and Ohio because again I didn't want to go out of state. That backfired again. The third year I applied to schools in 25 different states and was accepted into 3 and ended up moving out of state. My point? Apply out of state if you can move. It is only for 2 years and then you will be done and can move back home and start working! This is how I looked at it and it worked! You have a better chance of getting in if you open your mind to the possibilities! Apply to schools that take less applicants. You have a better chance of standing out this way. Don't give up!  
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    AlwaysaFalcon got a reaction from 20SLP20 in Housing in Grad School   
    I live by myself! I wanted the experience of having my own apartment because as an undergraduate I lived on campus all four years. It's totally worth it in my opinion to live by yourself. You don't have to deal with roommate drama and can do whatever you want. I'm an introvert so I like my time alone and can focus on school. If I wanna see my friends I just invite them over. For me it's a win win. 
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    AlwaysaFalcon got a reaction from Jordyn_M463 in Housing in Grad School   
    I live by myself! I wanted the experience of having my own apartment because as an undergraduate I lived on campus all four years. It's totally worth it in my opinion to live by yourself. You don't have to deal with roommate drama and can do whatever you want. I'm an introvert so I like my time alone and can focus on school. If I wanna see my friends I just invite them over. For me it's a win win. 
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    AlwaysaFalcon reacted to bibliophile222 in Questions for a current grad student!   
    I just got my financial aid award and was very disappointed with my work-study allotment - only $900 a semester. I thought about trying to get an off-campus job that is flexible enough for my schedule and won't make me a burnt-out zombie, but I realized that with the amount I'll be realistically be able to work I might as well just say screw it, take out extra loans, not have to work and be a much happier, healthier, well-rested person. I've been working 50-60 hours a week and doing school for the last four years, and working full time for the last 6 years before that. Being able to actually put all of my efforts into school, have two days off a week, and experience a break longer than five days sounds like sheer bliss. I'll have so much debt already that I might as well toss on some more!
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    AlwaysaFalcon got a reaction from Mel.SLP.2018 in Doubting my abilities   
    Trust me as a current grad student I still sometimes doubt my abilities! I think it's because there is high pressure and we all want to do our best! But you are interested and have been chosen for a reason so believe in yourself! I have to remind myself of this and tell myself that I am going to be a good SLP! I think people are sometimes their own worst critique! We got this!  
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    AlwaysaFalcon got a reaction from 20SLP20 in Doubting my abilities   
    Trust me as a current grad student I still sometimes doubt my abilities! I think it's because there is high pressure and we all want to do our best! But you are interested and have been chosen for a reason so believe in yourself! I have to remind myself of this and tell myself that I am going to be a good SLP! I think people are sometimes their own worst critique! We got this!  
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    AlwaysaFalcon got a reaction from Daniel998 in Doubting my abilities   
    Trust me as a current grad student I still sometimes doubt my abilities! I think it's because there is high pressure and we all want to do our best! But you are interested and have been chosen for a reason so believe in yourself! I have to remind myself of this and tell myself that I am going to be a good SLP! I think people are sometimes their own worst critique! We got this!  
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    AlwaysaFalcon reacted to soontobeslp2018 in Doubting my abilities   
    I'm super excited that I have been accepted to a program! But I'm starting to worry that I won't be successful in classes or be a good clinician. I know I was chosen for a reason, I keep reminding myself that even though I was accepted off the waitlist that it doesn't change anything. The program I'll be attending is very competitive and very highly ranked which makes me nervous I won't be able to keep up with their standards. Anyone else feeling the same way? Any advice for getting over what I am feeling?
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