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I go to Ohio State. The letter the president announced to the university pretty much said the risks of not closing down face to face instruction outweighs the disruption this may cause. There’s no word yet on how this will impact labs for students or clinicals. I’m actually a current AuD student thought and last week my department made an announcement they have already been planning supplemental clinical opportunities should we potentially lose some clinical opportunities. I’m grateful to attend a university that cares about the well being of students, faculty and staff and to be in a department that I know is proactive and working towards still providing the best education possible even if we cannot meet in person

No confirmed cases in our county even first ones in the state yesterday. But it’s a BIG university and we are currently on spring break so I think that plays a role as well with students traveling. Courses will be taught online in the meantime

This is likely going to happen. My university just cancelled all face to face instruction until the end of March and potentially longer if needed. Many universities are being proactive as students safety are their upmost importance

Current 2nd year AuD student who was accepted to all 7 school I applied to (I went a bit overboard on applications) No one will know what exactly makes an application stand out to besides that specific universities application committee. However, these were my stats, previous experience, my experience from discussions with professors. I have a 154 verbal, 157 quantitative, and a 4 or 4.5 writing (I can’t remember that part) my undergrad GPA was 3.7ish. Things I have heard stand out: your letters of recommendation (I believe this is huge), your personal statement, and any additional things you did in school (did you work in the field, did you do research, were you an athlete, were you an RA) IF a school does interviews obviously this will likely be considered heavily because this will give them the best idea of who you are, if you will fit in at their program etc. Again I am not on the admissions committee at any university as I am a student but this is my experience and my understanding from the process. Feel free to direct message me if you have any questions about applying I would love to help!

I feel like unfortunately you may need to wait for the next application cycle. It may be worth your time to connect with someone in that audiology department at that university and ask. But I know my university does separate admissions entirely for SLP and Audiology and I think the decisions committee is composed of all different people. It doesn’t hurt to ask but I know programs accept individuals based on the number of applications received and it likely is too late to switch even within the same university.

In 2018 I applied to ETSU and was accepted. I did a brief phone interview but I think it’s because I inquired about interviews. During the interview I was told that there was a 99% chance of me being accepted. About 2 weeks later I got an acceptance email with a GA offer. Then about a week later I got an updated even better GA offer. But I ultimately decided not to attend there. It was my spring break I got my official acceptance from ETSU so about the second week of March.

I just wanted to share a bit of advice as a current AuD student and someone who went through this process a few years ago. On interviews: be yourself, know why you want to go to that school, be able to talk about what brought you to audiology and what some of your interests may be. When it comes to picking a program it is important to consider costs and GA positions but it is SO MUCH more than that. Obviously don’t collect a bunch of debt if you can avoid it, but also don’t pick a school solely on cost. Look at what the clinical opportunities are and are you required to find your placements or does someone do that for you (during the first 3 years of 4 year program). Do they have any specialized classes that you are interested in or faculty members that are known for a specialty (ie. tinnitus). Visit the school and try to imagine if you could see yourself there for 3+ years. Ask for contact information from a current student there. If your considering a 3 year program definitely talk to students there and think about what you can handle, especially if you have to work part time in school. I definitely couldn’t imagine fitting everything I am learning and doing into 3 years (which I did consider) and I applaud the students who are able to do that. Best of luck to all of you in this exciting process!

In years past Ohio State admits a few students in January who are eligible to be nominated for a university fellowship. The university has an earlier timeline for these fellowships so that’s why the acceptance is just a few students. They typically then admit other students in late February or early March. I believe it is just a small proportion of students admitted in January.

I am a current AuD student and I don’t know of my department paying to fly a student in for interviews. However Im guessing some students that qualify for university assistantships and fellowships may have potential visit funding from the university. When I applied to out of state school I just had budgeted flights with my application fees. I luckily didn’t actually need them. I would ask about a Skype interview should you be invited for an interview. If they say no I would consider asking if a current student could pick you up from the airport or something. That way you are getting a ride and you can ask some one on one questions to a student

Based on the school it is I'm assuming the cohort is full. I know I was unsure how to set up my OSU email so that could be part of others issue! Yes I was looking at that buckeyelink schedule thing today! There's just so many small things I need to do (especially since I wasn't a student there before), but it seems like I can't do them until I have more information.

I just want to find out what classes I'm taking, where they are and where I'm living! And know everyone in my cohort. I just can't wait for everything to feel more official!

I’m still trying to find an apartment. But I’m thinking I’ll look for a lease that starts August 1. That way I’m there a few weeks before classes start.

I was in the exact same boat on Monday. I knew for weeks where I wanted to go, I got funding from my top program but I was too scared to make a final decision until Monday. I’m hoping I was able to open up waitlist spots for others from the program I declined!

I picked audiology and honestly wasn’t 100% confident that I did end up making the choice was right until I got accepted to every program I applied to. Then I knew that was a for sure sign I was meant to be an audiologist. I was very much on the fence and I think a large proponent to that is at my university we focus HEAVILY on SLP. I am the only future audiologist out of my cohort of 20 students. I think a big thing to think about is what do you think you want to do in both fields. Cochlear implants interest me a lot along with educational audiology. So these were big things that helped me with my decision. I also enjoy the idea of learning about vestibular function and that possibility as well. As I done deeper into my undergrad courses I realized I could not be an SLP and i knew I made the right choice for audiology. I also think a difference between the two fields is how your brain works. I think audiology does have the problem solving aspect and individuals are more analytical and technical. This is definitely a difference I’ve noticed between my classmates and myself. If you have any questions feel free to message me. I was in your spot 1 year ago but I am so happy with the decision I made!

I mean worst case scenario most Costco’s do have licensed audiologists. I think t depends on what you’re interested in. There will always be the whole hearing instrument specialists touch our territory but there is a wide difference between the two. I personally am interested in cochlear implants so this was a giant flag to go the audiology route for me. I think I’m the end it matters more on what you’re interested in not the pay rate or any of that. Audiologists will always been needed and it’s a growing field.

I would definitely check your community college. I know I emailed my program because I never took a math in undergrad I received AP Calculus credit for math. They said my AP Credit would be okay. I would double check what algebra class suffices for the needed credit.

AHHH April 15th is only 8 days away and I still haven't made a definitive decision. One second I think I choose Ohio State, but then I look at the new facilities other programs offer and second guess my decision. Does anyone have any experience/opinions with older facilities versus newer ones?

The Germantown area (just outside of Memphis) is VERY safe. It is actually one of the wealthiest zip codes in the entire state. I'd say it is a 15-20 minute drive to the university. The midtown area is also relatively safe. Overall, with Memphis it depends on the street you are on. Very quickly it goes from safe to sketchy just by crossing over a street. I've driven through areas daily that I feel unsafe in in order to get from one area to the next.

Shadowing was a big deciding factor for myself along with the analytical aspects that audiology contains. All of my classmates are future SLPs, within my coursework it has further reaffirmed that audiology is the correct path for me. Once I shadowed and really fell in love with audiology, I just knew and the decision fell into place.

Not an SLP but my undergrad program has a MS program and they said this “technique” is highly frowned upon. They do not keep a blacklist. But the field is so small the information can be communicated because so many universities are connected. It’s just more about your personal morals on the situation. It won’t stop you from getting a degree but it is frowned upon.

Sorry these are older posts, but I was just wondering how you all dressed for your open houses. Business casual or nice jeans and a sweater? I'd prefer not to end up over dressed, but I do NOT want to be the only one in jeans.

For those of you accepted to multiple programs what are you using for your decision making progress? Definitely struggling with picking which program I want to attend (they all have pros and cons). Feel free to message me if you have strategies you're using/used if you've already made a decision.

Sometimes STEM will include the health sciences as well. If it specifies health sciences I would definitely apply. You could always contact someone for where you are applying.

Nope, I haven’t reached out to them though. I’m hoping next week!

The GRE was $27 to send additional scores besides the 4 they give you on test day. The actual test was indeed $205 or some odd number.