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  1. This is what I wrote in my emails:

    "I would like to thank you for taking the time to review my application for admission in the X program for Fall 2018. I was wondering whether you’d be able to provide some insight as to why I was not accepted.  Was there a weakness in my academics, personal statement, GREs that I did not realize? Is there anything you could share regarding what I could have done to be a stronger candidate?  Your feedback would enable me to be a stronger candidate in the future. Thank you in advance. "

     

    Best of luck!

  2. Hello! I'm currently an undergrad at UMass about to graduate!

    The majority of grad students live off-campus. Getting around with the PVTA (it's FREE with student ID) is really helpful since I haven't had a car for the duration of my schooling. It is doable to get to and from campus for sure. However, using it for grocery shopping and whatnot, can possibly be annoying. I've been on a meal plan all four years so I can only hypothesize haha.

    The majority of my grad student friends live at the Cliffside apartments, the Boulders, Mill Valley or in Northampton (sorry I don't know specific places!).

    Even though Noho is farther by bus (30-40 minutes), there is a lot more to do (bars,restaurants,coffee shops). I like to think of it as separation between church and state if you will, the separation between your professional and personal life. There are fewer undergrads in Noho so that is definitely a plus!

    It may be helpful to check for places near PVTA bus stops, most likely the on B43,30 & 31 routes

    Best of luck!

  3. Here's the thread on Buffalo, NY on where to live https://forum.thegradcafe.com/topic/198-buffalo-ny/

    You can also email your dept asking to speak to a grad student. I'm going to University at Buffalo , so I encountered the same thing!

    You may want to consider the the following:

    1. Public transportation- do you plan on driving to campus everyday or do need to be accessible to public transit? Also the duration of your commute everyday

    2.  Do you want to live alone or with roommates?

    3. What amenities do you prioritize? ie- parking? laundry? 

    Best of luck!

  4. 14 hours ago, tmkwong said:

    Hey! They sent out emails this past Friday. I'm trying to learn more about the program. Can I ask why it's your top choice?

    Hi, a couple of things really drew me to the program: the ASD/AAC track options, bilingual option, and Dr. Betty Yu. Her research is really interesting. Otherwise, just living/working in SF. Be aware that they are disorganized from what I've heard. There are a couple threads about it on here. Either way, I'm not going because it's not a fiscally responsible decision when I can get a really great education with in-state and walk out with 1/3 student debt.

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