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  1. Hi Evelyn, I really like the program so far! The learning style is pretty consistent with Mac's other Health Science programs (like Medicine, PA, PT, OT) in that it's also a problem-based program. There's a big emphasis on self-directed learning, but the professors are always there to support and help you if you have any questions or have trouble with a concept. I also like that all of our courses are integrated fairly well with one another, and that concepts will gradually build as you move through the program. From my experience so far, it's really clear that the professors are there to help and really want you to succeed! Ah, the dreaded statement of intent! It's challenging because there's so much for you to say about yourself, but the character limit prevents you from getting your ideas through. I think the most important thing to remember when writing your statement of intent is that there's really no perfect way of writing it. I know this sounds really cliche, but it needs to ultimately show who you are, and highlight all the things that would make you an incredible SLP in the future! If you're finding that it's hard to get started, use the prompt questions to get your thoughts flowing. Answer them as honestly as you can, and don't worry about the grammar or making it sound perfect. Also make sure to jot down some things about yourself that you think are important, and that you'd want someone from admissions to know (ex. your personal qualities and attributes, your ability to work collaboratively with people or manage complex tasks, relevant volunteer/work experience, etc.). You can build on the ideas you've generated from this brainstorming session and use that to help you with the actual writing task. I know it's difficult and stressful because we aren't used to talking about ourselves and it can be somewhat uncomfortable, but you can do it! Some important things to remember: (1) it should answer the prompt questions!! (2) it needs to have a good flow, enjoyable to read, and not seem "forced" or overly cliche (like "I've wanted to be an SLP since I was born, or "I've wanted to be an SLP since my brother had one when he was a child"). (3) perhaps most important - proper grammar and spelling! Make sure you get someone to read over what you've written - could be a friend or family member who's really good at writing, a professor that you're close with, or the writing help centre at your university! Feel free to DM me as well if you have any additional questions, and good luck with applications!
  2. Hi everyone! I completely understand how stressful this application process can be - I was in the same place as you all last year, and I know you'll all get through it! I'm in my first year at Mac, so if you have any questions about applications or the program, please let me know and I'd be happy to help as best I can!
  3. Hi everyone, Congrats on all of the acceptances!! I just declined my Brock University MPH offer, so hopefully that opens up a spot for someone on the waitlist. Best of luck to everyone else who's still waiting, I hope you get into your dream program ?
  4. I'm not sure if that's the reason, because my letter says the same thing and I haven't completed my degree yet.
  5. It's not a stupid question at all! I'm not sure about other programs but in Ontario our GPAs are converted to a 4.0 scale when you apply, regardless of which scale you used at your undergraduate university. Hope that helps ?
  6. I'm glad to hear that I'm not the only one haha - UofT is my top choice as well, so I'm really hoping for the best! ?
  7. Yes I can imagine, and it makes sense because going on GPA alone wouldn't be a fair analysis of someone's suitability to the program! I feel like my GPA is decent, but what I'm most worried about is that I had very few SLP-related hours when I submitted my application, because I only found out about the program this year. I really hope that the admissions committee takes into consideration applicants like me who have a more diverse range of volunteer and extracurricular experiences, even if they aren't SLP-related. I guess all we can do at this point is sit tight and hope for the best!
  8. Hey! Thanks for your response! There really is so much variability and as you mentioned, it's hard to tell what factors will end up making a successful applicant. I did notice something on the UofT website that I didn't see earlier: "Although the minimal requirement for applying to our program requires an average mid-B in the final year of undergraduate level studies, successful applicants typically have an A- average or higher in their last two years of study (i.e., 10 full credits)." So in terms of GPA, your range seems to be correct. From reading through the website, they assess based on academics, as well as potential of the applicant for clinical practice. I linked the website where I got this information below, in case you or anyone else is interested. Yes I agree, it's so close now and all we can do now is wait and see what happens! Good luck to you as well ? This is the website where I got the information from, if you're interested: https://slp.utoronto.ca/admissions/how-to-apply/
  9. Hey, thank you so much for your response - it really helps! Yeah as informative as UofT's website can be, they really don't give you much to work with when it comes to the actual selection process or realistic cut-offs. Regardless, I wish you the best of luck, hopefully we'll get some good news soon! ?
  10. Hey, Thanks for your response! I'm assuming that range is the ORPAS calculated sub-GPA for only the final two years, but either way this makes me feel a little more hopeful about my application, it's just a waiting game at this point. I feel like the whole selection process is shrouded in so much secrecy, and you never really know what they're looking for in their applicants. Good luck to you as well, and if you're in school, I hope the rest of your semester goes smoothly ?
  11. Hi everyone! I know this is difficult to asses because most universities look at factors other than GPA for admissions, but by any chance, does anyone happen to know what the GPA range was for students admitted to Western or UofT in the past? Thanks so much, and good luck to everyone still waiting on results (13 more days for Ontario schools ?)!!
  12. Thanks so much! I'm looking forward to getting the email because that'll definitely feel more official! I'm still waiting on some responses before I decide, but this was definitely good news to receive today! ? In regards to questions, I have heard this program is fairly new, and I'm curious to know how it'll run since it's also a distance program. Do you happen to know anything about how the program is generally, placement opportunities (I'm assuming they'll be ones close to where you live since we needed to mention that in our SOI), and how it would compare to a traditional 2-year MPH program?
  13. Congrats to everyone on their acceptances! I haven't received an email from Brock yet, but my status says "Admitted" on the portal so I'm super confused. Is this just me?
  14. Hi Everyone! Thank you @smellyrich for creating this thread for all of us 2019 SLP hopefuls to interact and share our experiences! I hope we can all end up in the field of our dreams! My SLP journey also began very late, just earlier this year actually! Unfortunately my university doesn't offer two of the SLP-specific prerequisites, so this past semester I've been scrambling to register for these courses through distance education, and trying to network with Speech-Language Pathologists near me to get some clinical hours. Thankfully, I've been successful in getting placements in a few places, and I've also been able to register to take the courses I was missing next term! I really hope that having less clinical hours and not having completed all the prerequisite courses before applying doesn't significantly hurt my application. I may not have the strongest application, but I am hoping that my work experience as a TA and Peer Tutor, volunteer experience in a variety of health areas, somewhat high GPA, and (hopefully) strong statement of intent, references, and interview can give me a chance! I am planning on applying to UofT, Western, and McMaster because I don't intend on leaving Ontario and want to stay relatively close to home! Good luck everyone, I can't wait until April when hopefully all of us can see our hard work pay off and finally receive those letters of acceptance ?
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