simonsays
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@nicka F I've definitely thought about it, although it doesn't seem too likely. You definitely aren't the only one worried!
I've also been paying attention to how the universities are handling the crisis and how much they're supporting their students though, which I think should really inform our decisions.
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7 hours ago, CluMSW said:
Is there a group chat for CU?
I also made one within the social work forum:
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I did my undergrad at NYU if anyone has any questions about the school in general
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@JilltheGradgal I'm in the exact same boat, deciding between the two. I did my undergrad at NYU, let's chat!
Also, I'm so excited to see acceptances from everyone on this thread! I've been with y'all since before apps are do, and I feel like I practically know everyone! We did it, friends!
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43 minutes ago, NicoleDes said:
Thank you so much. Since the two schools are essentially equal for me, I feel that I can't go wrong with either. However, the atmosphere and diversity of the location is very important to me. I have not heard from anyone yet that has been able to directly compare Boston and NYC, so I really value your opinion. If you have any other strong opinions on either location I would love to hear more. Thank you so much for your insight--- and congratulations to you as well!
No problem at all! Of course I'm a little biased because I left Boston for you New York, but if you have any other specific questions, feel free to PM me
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13 hours ago, qnmsw1998 said:
For those who already got acceptances from Columbia, if you don't mind sharing, what are the dates for their admitted students day?
They have an accepted students reception on March 2nd, and admitted students day in NYC, SF, and LA, on 4/4, 4/15, and 4/17, respectively
10 hours ago, NicoleDes said:Does anyone have any thoughts on Boston College vs Columbia University? I have been accepted to both with scholarship. I’m very conflicted because I didn’t expect to get into both programs and I can see myself happily attending either. Any insight would be very appreciated
I don't know a ton about BC's Social Work, but I grew up in the area (my grandparents practically live on the campus!) and moved to NYC in 2015, so I can speak a bit to living in both places, although I'm a bit biased towards NYC. Boston is really quaint and has a strong education culture, due to having a high concentration of universities. There are also a ton of young students and working professionals, so despite being a historical city, it feels young. However, it really lacks diversity and culture, especially compared to New York, and Newton (the suburb) feels this even more so. I also was surprised that there isn't a huge difference in the cost of living between NYC and Boston. Congrats on having two really excellent options!
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For those worrying, my friend got into Columbia the very last week of February last year!
@madisonc7 did you get an extension for NYU? They want my decision earlier.
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14 hours ago, Manganos said:
Are you more interested in research or clinical?
Both! My background is in research in social cognition. I want to be a sex therapist, focusing on trauma, relationships, and women's mental health.
How did you all apply for a financial aid re-review at CU?
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5 minutes ago, cmongradschool said:
hi!!
Who did you contact for the additional time?
cssw-admit@columbia.edu
I asked for additional time because the only admitted students event was the same week my decision was due.
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1 minute ago, basw said:
Sorry, I meant the acceptance decision itself! I haven't even gotten that yet. ? Again, actually going insane!
No don't worry you got this! My friend who is in her first year said she didn't hear back from Columbia until the last week of February - you have plenty of time!! I got accepted last week with an email update telling me that my decision was available in my portal.
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2 minutes ago, basw said:
I still haven't heard back, I think I'm nearly insane. Did you get an email with a status update or did you just check your application status page? (I'm probably going to obsessively refresh both either way)
I got an email with the award listed in the body of the email - it wasn't related to my portal. Mine came exactly a week after my acceptance. If it's messing with your ability to make a decision, you should try asking for an extension - Columbia was SO nice and granted me an additional two weeks to make my decision.
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@katp they financial aid info should come in the next week! Huge congrats!
Also, is anyone attended accepted students events at NYU or Columbia?
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28 minutes ago, ambash99 said:
One of my top choices is NYU. I completed my application December 17th. They mention on the website that it takes 3-6 weeks to make decisions. I still haven't heard back and I'm considering reaching out to check on my status. Has anyone else heard back from them yet?
I got into NYU on Tuesday, but they initially said I would hear back by in late Feb/Early March. I think they still have a lot of decisions to roll out.
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Also, for those accepted to CU, when did you receive your aid package?
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Hi all! This website was down for me for the past few days. When I was freaking out about Columbia last week, I talked to a friend of mine who was accepted there last year, and she said she found out the very end of February. So for those of you worrying, I totally sympathize with the weird timeline, but I really don't think it has any bearing on your admissions status. Rooting for y'all!
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2 minutes ago, madisonc7 said:
At what point does it become worth it to reach out to schools and inquire about my applications or pending status? I feel like I definitely got waitlisted from CU and NYU but would they tell me?
I think they're a little all over the place. I reached out to NYU last week and they said I'd hear back in 5-7 weeks... then got my acceptance this morning.
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Just now, Zayah said:
Submitted my deposit to CU!!!!! So extremely excited and hope to meet some of you this fall!
If anyone has any suggestions on housing options, please let me know!!
Congrats! I've lived in NYC for the past 5 years, so let me know if you need anything or have any questions
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13 minutes ago, qnguyen0227 said:
Hi I don't know if anyone answered your question yet but I was just accepted to NYU's MSW program on Friday (1/24)! They sent an email to check the app portal. My app was complete and sent to review 1/06. Hope this helps!
How do you know if your application was sent to review? I'm nervous because I hadn't heard anything ?
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9 minutes ago, theworldatlarge said:
Just accepted to NYU's Shanghai / NYC program, with 17k scholarship. I'm not sure whether these are going out on a different timeline from the general MSW.
Congrats!! When did you apply?
Columbia MSW Fall 2020!
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Hi hi! I committed at the beginning of March after visiting campus. I've done just about all of the required steps and filled out the forms, and now I'm just waiting to see what fall semester is going to look like ?
I've been in NYC for five years and will hopefully stay in my current place in Brooklyn. It's a bit of a commute but the price for the space is so worth it.
What is your method/field of practice?