StayinPositive

I did this!! Applied to same program 3 times, and interviewed with the same PI twice. Overall very positive experience, and I would definitely recommend it if it is PI you want to work with! Feel free to message me for more info, as well.

I have been there. It is my 3rd time applying, and the first time I had literally no clinical experience, so it was completely a wash. It is so hard to come to terms with when you think about all the time and money you spent!! However, I will say I am thankful for each application cycle, and I have learned so much along the way. Not to mention the fact that rejection doesn't phase me anymore - it has made me stronger!! If this year is not your year, some year in the future will be!!!

Anyone heard word from University of Maryland College Park Counseling Psych PhD?

Uconn's interviews are next week, on 1/27 and 1/29.

I received an email from Northwestern's Clinical PhD program today, indicating that the number of applications this year nearly double the amount received in previous years. Third time applicant here, and I am trying to stay positive and not ride the rollercoaster of post-application emotions, but that is easier said than done given the craziness of this year! Northwestern is one of my top programs, so I'm hoping I have a shot.

Hi All! In the process of reapplying to clinical/counseling phd programs, and had a quick question. What is the general consensus on reaching out to POIs you applied to and/or interviewed with in a previous cycle to ask for feedback on your application? I am interested in reapplying to these POIs, and was wondering what the etiquette is surrounding this.

Anyone have any info on if South Carolina has sent out all their invites? I have seen 2 posts on the forum, but unsure of their timeline for sending out invitations.

If you could DM me as well that would be great!

I applied to U of South Carolina's Clinical-Community program! No word from them yet but fingers crossed!

I need a quick vent: I applied to 10 Counseling Psych PhD programs. I got my last rejection yesterday. I was applying right from undergrad, so I knew it was a stretch, but I have a strong GPA/GRE, and a few years of great research experience, so I was kind of hopeful. I have turned down a few Masters offers, and am planning on spending a year or two working in a research environment before re-applying to PhD programs. Finding a research job has been a whole new stressful experience. I have been rejected from three jobs so far, that I was really excited about and thought would be a perfect fit. I have some more applications out there, but with graduation approaching quickly, I just wish I had solidified plans and peace of mind about what I will be doing a month from now. It is so stressful having your life up in the air, and not knowing what is coming next. The past few months, first with PhD program rejections, and now with job rejections, have been tough. I am a very optimistic person, but it is hard to stay positive through all of this rejection.