SLPhopeful129
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1 hour ago, SLPeach said:
Hi! I'm going to go to UVM! If you want to look for housing together, I'd definitely love that! However if you already have some leads, I understand that too!
Hi! That's awesome to hear! I'll go ahead and message you
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Don't give up! I applied to about 13 schools, got wait listed for 4 and accepted into 2 programs. It was my first time applying BUT my stats didn't look too good. My overall GPA from undergrad was a 3.2 (last 60 was probably something like a 2.8), but my prerequisites were about a 3.7 or so. My GRE scores were 151V, 156Q and 4.0AW.
I think it just depends on the programs themselves because I got rejected form schools that were not highly ranked, but got wait listed into higher ranked schools (above 20th place overall). I just spread my hopes out and preparing myself to not get accepted. If you have the funds to do so, I would apply again and to a variety of schools (in state and out of state).
If you are interested in an online program, I know that NYU does 3 rounds of applications a year for their online program. Also, I've heard that it's easier to get into a program that starts in the summer (Florida has one) because people typically apply for the fall. Easier meaning a smaller application pool, but not less competitive.
Best of luck!
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23 hours ago, SLPeach said:
That's so great to hear! Thank you for sharing!! Do you know how many clinical hours we get the first semester or first year? I feel like the medical clinics must be amazing given the medical center right there! There just seems to be so many exciting opportunities in this program. The only thing holding me back at this point is the money.. Out of state tuition is steep! Eeek!!
We get a client beginning the first semester. That is also another reason why I chose UVM. They get you going in the clinic from the get go. I'm not sure how many hours we get but it is spread out across the entire program. We will be in the clinic on campus for the first 2 semesters.
Something I found interesting was that they don't work with the medical center at the moment unfortunately. I'm not sure why but they are in the works of bridging our program with the UVM Medical Center so fingers are crossed there! There is one semester of a medical placement incorporated into the curriculum though. However, I've heard that the coordinator works hard to get everyone placed in their preferred setting. Also, for summer we do not need to stay on campus. It is an online course so we can get placed as far as Alaska if we want.
The tuition is definitely steep but I think this is a great school to back up the price tag (hopefully!) with all the well known faculty and the fact that we get hands on clinic hours from the very first semester. But I totally feel you since I'm from out of state as well!
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44 minutes ago, SLPeach said:
I will definitely let you know how it goes! I'm excited! The other school I'm trying to choose between is University of Maine. How did you make your decision? Did any factors about UVM really stand out to you?
I attended the open house I got to speak to some of the professors one on one after. They were extremely nice, friendly and approachable. They also seemed to be really supportive of their students and take into consideration what type of placements (medical, school etc..) the student wants.
They also had a few students attend the open house to help answer any questions from a student's perspective. They seemed to really love the program there.
I also want to second what bibliophile222 said. With a smaller cohort of 18 students, it seems that it ends up being a more intimate setting. The students at the open house also mentioned that there is a lot of support from your peers and it is not a competitive setting (with peers trying to best or one up each other). They said that they also hang out outside of the classroom as well.
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8 hours ago, SLPeach said:
Hi! I'm trying to decide between UVM and my state school! I'm going to visit UVM this week and make a final decision.. If I choose UVM I will also be looking for housing... I've been looking at Craigslist too but it is definitely more challenging when you live out of state!
Hi! I'll be looking for a roommate when I move there! I absolutely loved it when I visited a few weeks ago.
the professors seem really amazing as well and the students seem to really love the program there. There are some very well known faculty as well at UVM. Let me know how it goes! I'm open to looking at places with people and I plan on going out there sometime at the end of next month or so to look at housing options.
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Thank you so much for letting me know about the 60 day notice and about the different options! I wasn't aware of that notice requirement. 6 hours isn't terrible to check out places to live. It is 6 hours one way for me without traffic to get home from where I live now/went to school. Best of luck getting multiple appointments! I think that it is the best way to do it. I too have been checking Craigslist but everything still seems to be fairly steep.
Congratulations on the partial scholarship! I also received a scholarship and will have to accept by April 9th as well. I got waitlisted to Arizona State so that will be closer to home but I most likely won't be finding out until a few weeks after the deadline.
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Hello,
I was wondering if anyone has committed to UVM for Fall 2018 yet. I was able to visit a few weeks ago and I think I will be committing to the program within the next few days!
If so, what is everyone's living situation? I'll be moving from states over and will be needing to find a roommate and place to live. Anyone have any ideas on how to go about finding a roommate since I don't think a Facebook group has been started yet?
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On 3/28/2018 at 7:24 AM, AH-SLP said:
Hi! I'm in a similar situation. My deadline to submit my money for Molloy passed on Monday, so I emailed them and declined my acceptance. However, someone I went to undergrad with goes there and rumor has it she loves it! I'm not sure if she wants to be more medically based or school based, but I feel like Molloy might be slightly more school based. I could be wrong though, that was just the vibe I got when I went there.
I have heard INCREDIBLE things about Queens College, so congrats on that! It says on their website that their externships include hospitals! I would call and ask about it just to clarify, but I bet they have some good affiliations with hospitals.
I am going to Hofstra's Accepted Students Day next week. I haven't really heard much at all about Hofstra to be honest, so if you've heard anything (positive or negative), please let me know!
I hope this kind of helped!
Hello!
I found out last week I was accepted into Hofstra's program as well but I will be unable to make it out to the open house since flights are about $600 (yikes!). Would you mind filling me in on the open house, what you though of the clinics/professors/program and such? I'm currently deciding between this school and UVM (University of Vermont).
Thank you in advance!
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Hello,
I took it through CSUSUM (Cal State San Marcos). It was an online format that met live once a week. There were quizzes and a project with a final at the end. It was very doable and getting an A is very doable as well as long as you pay attention and listen to the recordings/read the slides.
The professors are engaging during the live sessions and they treat it as a review session which is very helpful. What they go over during the live sessions is also very helpful for the quizzes and exam as well.
Best of luck!
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20 hours ago, bibliophile222 said:
No, but I'm leaning towards it (especially since I haven't heard from NYU's online program yet). I'm getting kind of excited about life in Burlington--aside from the winters and the cost of living.
On another note, I received an email from UVM today letting me know about open houses for admitted students--on Feb. 16 and March 23. I don't have enough notice to request Friday off from work, and I sadly have not (yet) developed time travel. Maybe someone in admissions screwed up and forgot to send the emails out six weeks ago. Or I'm in a freaky time warp...
I've been to Burlington before, but only driven by UVM. I'm planning on going in a couple weeks to get a better feel for it.
Hello!
I received that email as well but it was a duplicate from the one they had sent out last month or something. I know I received an email for an open house sometime last month. I will be attending that this Friday but I have yet to commit. I just got an acceptance from Hofstra.
On a side note, does anyone know if a group Facebook for the incoming class has been made yet? Although I haven't committed yet, I'm leaning towards it at the moment and will be looking for roommate(s).
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Good luck to you guys! @SLPIwannabe and @m0wgli! I was in the 11AM timeslot!
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9 hours ago, pbandj said:
It was more “how would you approach this scenario.” Feel free to PM me for more info
And I agree with the better over than under dressed! I was a little more business to business casual with dress pants and a cardigan, but two girls in my group were wearing more business professional attire
I just sent you a PM
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16 hours ago, speechie72 said:
Hello!
I sent you more interview details in an inbox message, but I will put this out there for others too- interviews are surprisingly short and group-based. I went in with 5 other during mine. Unless they switched it up- you will introduce yourself, then work together to solve a problem, and then there's a short period at the end where you can ask questions. I think they just want to get a feel for who you are and how you work in groups.
With regard to the program itself you get a good amount of hands on experience from the start. You are randomly placed in an on-campus either child or adult clinic from day one. You complete 3 on-campus clinics (either 2 adult and 1 child, or 1 adult and 2 child depending on your preference) then you have a school internship and then a medical internship (which can be with adults or kids). I don't really notice a particular program focus...we talk a lot about celebrating diversity and that is definitely a vibe across the campus. As I mentioned before though the department is pretty disorganized so I am doing a lot of just going through the motions and getting the classes done that I need. However...I would say that if you have a particular interest, it's easy to take that in to your own hands. For example if you do the AAC or autism grant/certificate then that will feel like your focus just because you will be taking more of those classes and you'll be in clinics related to those topics. I have some very specific interests that the program doesn't have the opportunity to observe, so I have connected with SLPs in the city to observe them. With regard to whether I am getting enough hands-on experience, I feel like I am getting a good taste of what different environments are like, but I am definitely realizing that most of the BIG learning will be done once I am in the field. One semester just isn't enough time to truly learn how to work with a population, and right when you feel like it starts making sense the semester is over and you will be switching clinics.
Oh no! Hearing about the program being disorganized is always concerning. Do you find it difficult to get into the classes that you need? Is everyone in the cohort taking the same classes at the same time?
Do they help with clinical placements with other SLPs/clinics to observe the interests that aren't covered in the program? Because you're attending a school in the Bay Area, do you feel as though it makes it easier to find a job there because of the school (from faculty support, networking etc...)? I've already been accepted to another program but that is out of state. However, I'm looking to return back to CA after and was wondering if graduating from a school in the Bay Area or even CA for that matter would have any impact.
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11 hours ago, speechie72 said:
Hey there!
I am a current graduate student in the program and I am here to confirm that YES THE PROGRAM IS VERY DISORGANIZED. When I was applying it was the most confusing process of all compared to other applications. All that being said, I am still happy I chose it and came to SFSU. I love my cohort and we band together through the disorganization. I already lived in SF and I was happy I didn't have to move. Also, the program is the cheapest (7k for the year) and if you are in-state tuition is typically covered by a need-based grant. They also have specializations in AAC and autism that grant you $12k for taking some extra classes. If you decide to do the interview, feel free to shoot me a message!
Hi speechie72!
I will be attending the interview on Monday. Would you mind sharing any tips to prepare and what to expect in the interview? I'm a Bay Area native that moved to SoCal for the last few years but I am contemplating on returning home.
For the program itself, do you feel that there is a specific group the program focuses on (school/medical setting, children/adults etc...)? Do you also feel as though you are getting enough hands on experience?
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12 hours ago, pbandj said:
When I did it last year, it was a group interview with a scenario that we all had to discuss to come up with a resolution. It was a really easy scenario with pretty obvious resolutions so honestly it was just a little awkward LOL. I think they mostly wanted to see how we worked together! You don't have to prepare anything super impressive or know specific skills or content, and I only mentioned my experiences very briefly and informally during the intros. Focus on showing your collaborative and interpersonal skills, and adopt the pleasant, relaxed SFSU vibe
There also wasn't really an opportunity to ask questions about the program, but I spoke briefly with one of the interviewers about their autism tracking and connected with her via email to ask my questions and thank her for the interview. And I think that kinda helped, actually! Good luck!
Hi pbandj!
Thank you so much for your information! I'm nervous since my undergraduate degree was in something different and I'm still in the process of finishing up some prerequisites. As a result, I'm worried that my knowledge won't be as great (thus making my answers seem iffy or wrong).
Is the scenario more of a "how and what you would diagnose this client" or was it more of a "how would you approach this scenario"?
Since you mentioned the pleasant and relaxed SFSU vibe, would it still be appropriate to be dressed in business attire? Or would it be better to go in as business casual? (I was brought up being told that it was always better to be over than under dressed).
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Hello!
I was invited to the SFSU interview on this coming Monday and I'm nervous as to how to prepare for it. Does anyone have any experience they would be willing to share regarding how the interview is run or the content that will be asked? Will they be asking more skills related items (stuff you learned previously in class), scenario based (not necessarily skills related) or more about the program itself (why do you think you would be a good fit, why this program/school etc...)?
All information is appreciated and thank you in advance!
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21 hours ago, bibliophile222 said:
I got it the same day I received the congratulatory acceptance letter, on Feb. 7th. The subject line reads "2018-2019 FAFSA received". Did you wait to submit the FAFSA? If not, it might be good to call and make sure they have it.
I just received the email from them this morning since I submitted my FAFSA a few days ago! Thank you so much!
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19 hours ago, bibliophile222 said:
Sorry, I lied (blaming sleep deprivation). You should have received an email with a link to a financial aid portal--login and pin number provided in the email.
Good luck! I'm keeping my fingers crossed for a GA position.
When did you receive this email? I haven't heard anything back about it yet and I just checked my emails to confirm but I never received an email about financial aid....
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Hi!
I have not yet heard about any funding but I had spoke to someone there and they said that they are still currently deciding. So I'm not sure when we will hear back about it.
Hofstra VS. LIU Post- SLP program
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I would take a look at both university's Student Outcome Data. If programs don't have a high enough percentage, they can get put on probation and lose their accreditation. Typically a good program should have something at least or close to 90%.