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  1. CatMeow1234
    Aww it always goes better than u think! I hope it went very well for you!
  2. CatMeow1234
    Hang in there HealthMatters. I echo others’ sentiments, which are expressed more articulately than I can. I am deeply sorry for your loss and hoping that everything works out with the schools. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. No matter what happens, you are a better person for having gone through the grueling process.
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    Thank you so much for this helpful list, srp10215! I would upvote you but my upvote function was shut off by GradCafe for the rest of the day (probably a sign I need to log off and stop obsessing over apps/interviews LOL). I really appreciate all of the advice given by everyone!
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    Aw, I am so sorry to hear this, GHAddict! ? I hope that you will hear back soon with acceptances!!
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    OMG, you are such a wonderful person for writing this!!! Thank you so much!!!!
  6. CatMeow1234
    LOL I am sure we are not alone in overthinking. Yes in a few weeks! HBU?
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    This helps a lot - you rock Epi2Be! It sounds like it wont be a grilling, and as long as we prepare well and can answer these key questions (and other similar "Why [program]" and "Why PhD?", we should be in good shape.
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    Same here skp_! Everyone tells me I'm WAYY overthinking it.... lol
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    My strategy is to focus on my current work / position and think about how if the worst case scenario happens, I need to apply next year, how it would be so much easier of a process given the experience I gain this cycle. I would also have a few more pubs done by then. It helps keep me grounded when I feel I have options (though I hope with all of my heart I’m accepted). I’m also not a big holiday person usually but this year I’m focusing on enjoying them (socially distanced). Good luck to you fellow applicant!! We did it!!
  10. CatMeow1234
    Hey Danielle! You may want to post this in the Fall 2021 DrPH thread too
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    You have good grade progression - ie higher grades as time goes on. That’s exactly what they are looking for. If they ask about your 3.2 you can explain why it was lower and how you improved whatever you did to get higher marks. 3.95 is excellent for your MPH and it’s clear you’re a great student!
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    I would definitely fill it out! I know it is redundant but from the school’s perspective, these forms allow for standardization and easy reviewing whereas each individual’s CV has different formatting. I think of these sections as - same information, different way of presenting it. It’s ok to copy and paste here too!
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    Thank you so much @HopingForGoodNews for sharing your experiences with verification! I had a similar timeline although my first deadline was in November. So SOPHAS seems to be super fast! I have applied to 5 programs and am hoping for the best. There is one more I may submit for. It’s tough to navigate this uncertainty over the next few months, but I am telling myself that I have given my absolute best and I cannot control COVID’s influence on the application cycle. Anyone have tips on navigating the waiting game? Hope that everyone gets in where they want to!
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    Yes you definitely can submit before - (I wanted to make sure I was giving you correct info so I confirmed this info here too). I would recommend submitting as soon as you can, just in case there are any issues with your transcripts that could hold you up.
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    I would focus on asking as soon as possible rather than wording it perfectly. It sounds like this would be a pleasant surprise if she says yes (given what she said) but you never know, people do change their minds! I would acknowledge that you haven’t been in contact, apologize if you want but no excuses, and that you completely understand if she is not comfortable doing it. Do you have a backup plan if she does not respond? (How long are you willing to wait for a reply before asking a backup?) otherwise it may get even more down to the wire! good luck!!
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    Good luck IAAJ! Your work sounds really interesting and important.
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    I only have experience with US apps but I think it’s similar in Canada. I don’t think it matters at all when you submit, except that you want to leave a bit of time to make sure everything is in, which it sounds like you are already doing! As for following up, definitely no need to let them know. However, if you want to email them to touch base to confirm all of your letters of rec, transcripts, GRE, etc have been received by the school and you have a complete application, I think that’s totally fine and actually I’m doing that myself. good luck!
  18. CatMeow1234
    Bump- I’m curious too! Especially for a day in the life of a PhD student during COVID.
  19. CatMeow1234
    Awesome, DrunkenDuck! ? Others may have different opinions than me, but that is what I would do if I were in your shoes. Good luck on finishing up your applications - keep me posted on how things go with UTH!
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    Also, which campus are you applying to? - I am applying to Austin!
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    Hey Drunken Duck (amazing username btw!). I'm applying here too, so I have some familiarity with the program (how cool if we ended up at the same school!). 2/3 of your scores are really strong. Math scores are the most important section in my opinion. Therefore, I think the math section would harm your application more than your strong verbal and writing would strengthen it. I would take the waived scores as a blessing! That being said, you may have a very good reason for wanting to submit it. I would be interested in hearing your thoughts on why you want to submit them - if you want to use them to demonstrate your strong verbal/writing skills, I think your statement of purpose will do that anyway. Your letters of rec can can also play up anything you feel like you need a boost in. Good luck!
  22. CatMeow1234
    Thank you so much, hccgrl!
  23. CatMeow1234
    Yes - 3 for 3 have responded to set up a meeting. I set up meetings with students first, perhaps that helped me.
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    I have 2 questions regarding SOPHAS that I could not find online. Thanks in advance! For the "Achievements" section, the 2 categories are "Awards" and "Honors." I wanted to list publications here but it does not fall under "Awards" or "Honors," so I thought perhaps they don't belong here. What are others putting in the "Achievements" section? For the "Experience" section, it asks for # of weeks worked. Let's say you worked for 1 calendar year but were given 15 work days off (the equivalent of 3 work weeks) for Holidays/Leave combined. Would you put 52 weeks or 49 weeks?
  25. CatMeow1234
    Your background looks really strong to me. I think 6th author publication is worth something, too!! If you can work that first author pub into your CV (eg if you submit soon) that’s even better. You got this!
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