Plzletmein
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My dad had cancer and passed during my undergrad. I wrote that on all my applications and my undergraduate supervisor did recommend it as it shows you are resilient which is one of the most important features of a graduate student. Sorry you are going through this, best of luck ❤️
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Yeup you can!! I had a 3.4 CGPA also as a Canadian undergrad honours student and I got into a clinical program. I got a summer research grant to extend my honours thesis and then am working on 2 manuscripts from that for pub (first-author). I also didn't get into counselling programs - but probably cause I have all research and very little practical experience). Also to note, even with my 3.4 GPA I got in on one of the most competitive years with double the normal applications. So it is all possible!!! I wish you luck!
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On 4/4/2021 at 3:27 PM, PsychologistinTraining said:
I emailed them a week or two ago, and they gave me the generic statement from their website. When did you email them?
Around 3 weeks ago, I emailed Todd Will directly if that helps!
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On 4/3/2021 at 2:28 PM, PsychologistinTraining said:
I still have not heard back from the OISE CCP program. I was really hoping that I would hear back by the 1st. I have not seen anyone post about being accepted to this program so I was wondering if anyone else knows anything. I don't want to get my hopes up, so any information that any of you could provide would be very helpful.
I would email them! I did and while I hadn't received my rejection yet they essentially told me that my application was not recommended for a placement (which I had assumed, but it was nice to know for sure so that I could plan accordingly).
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4 hours ago, Wanderingmind said:
Huh I'm an alternate for two schools
Me too, I wonder what the chances are that our status will change. I am hoping for one at Queens.
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On 3/27/2021 at 8:06 PM, Maria Tahir said:
Hi everyone, I am an international student looking to apply to clin psyc programs in the upcoming cycle to start in Sept 2022. I have spent a lot of time reading this thread and I am absolutely confused as to where i should, should i even apply etc. I am really afraid i wont be able to get into any clin psyc programs considering they are so competitive and i am international student on top of that.
For reference, my current CGPA is 3.57, i spent 2 summers working as research assistant and will be gaining more research experience this upcoming year before applying. I also have a publication but it was a part of my school's course because we did a replication and extension research under open-science framework. I am also currently writing up my own honors thesis. However, as a bachelors, thats about it for my application. Kinda not feeling confident with applying and not sure how to go about this. If anyone can lend me advice, it would be so so helpful. Thank you
You sound very qualified! I had a lower CGPA (3.4) than you and got 2/3 interviews (UBC/Queens) and 1 acceptance (Queens) on my first round of clin applications. I also have less relevant experience than you have listed here. Hope that is helpful!
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Hi! Has anyone heard back from the Tri-Council (CIHR, NSERC etc.,) about funding yet / know when they will send out responses to grant applications? Thanks!
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Hey, has anyone that received a panel interview from Queens Clinical heard back about an open house invitation?
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On 2/22/2021 at 9:31 AM, Arielle2021 said:
Just got an email from U of A informing me that I’m on the waitlist for counselling psychology (thesis route)...
Me too! Also for the posts about McGill Internship Route I also haven't heard anything yet.
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4 hours ago, Mara15 said:
Ohh okay thank you for clarifying, clearly I did not read your comment well enough! Out of curiosity, has your application status changed at all?
No worries
Nope, just says that it is being reviewed still.
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11 minutes ago, Mara15 said:
I'm curious where you saw that? I haven't see anything in the results section
Just to the Psychology MA program (not counselling psychology!). I just searched University of Alberta in the results search bar.
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Hi! I saw someone posted that they were admitted to the Psychology program at UofA, has anyone heard from them regarding counselling psychology? Thanks!
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4 hours ago, Plzletmein said:
Hi, has anyone received a rejection letter for the UofC counselling or UofL counselling programs? I interviewed at both but haven't received an acceptance so I am wondering if it is still possible I received a waitlist position.
Update: Received a waitlist position at UofC
Poi: SR-M. If this is your PI and you plan to accept, could you please let me know so I can anticipate future plans. Thanks. Good luck everyone!
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Hi, has anyone received a rejection letter for the UofC counselling or UofL counselling programs? I interviewed at both but haven't received an acceptance so I am wondering if it is still possible I received a waitlist position.
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7 hours ago, Idiopathic said:
Anyone heard from Queen’s post interview? I know they mentioned their clinical faculty interviews would be mid-February so getting a bit nervous, but don’t want to bother my PI over it.
I was invited to a second round of interviews with a panel on Wednesday through a program admin. However, it is also possible that some people just get invited straight to the open house later, i'm not sure.
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42 minutes ago, psychbee said:
Hi everyone, just looking for some realistic advice!
I’m just finishing up my undergrad in psychology (at Queen’s if it helps) and I applied to two counselling programs (McGill and McMaster) but I’m worried that I’m not a very strong applicant and was wondering if anyone who is maybe in a counselling program or knows more would be able to help? I just want to have realistic expectations about if I might get in or not!
I have a 4 year GPA of 3.95 on a 4.0 scale, and have worked as a research assistant in 3 different psychology labs in undergrad. I’m also completing my honours thesis project in a clinical psychology lab. For this thesis project I have been doing clinical diagnostic interviews to diagnose participants with DSM-5 disorders for the purposes of the study. All of my references I applied with were academic from profs I’ve worked with.
Other relevant experience: I’ve worked as a early childhood assistant at a daycare, taught dance classes and summer camps as well was was a counsellor at the national ballet school. I currently work in a doctors office as a medical receptionist as well.
I’m really just wondering what my chances are of getting into a counselling program this year considering I only applied to two programs
If anyone has any insight that would be great!
You are an extremely strong applicant. Even if by chance you didn’t get accepted this year you absolutely will have great offers next year. Your GPA/experiences are very solid for counselling. Best of luck, you deserve it.
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57 minutes ago, WickedWorld91 said:
Thanks for your insight. That seems like a short window considering when the offers went out last year. Do you know if they interview everyone who is being considered (including those shortlisted) in that one week? Or can they hold interviews later on for shortlisters in the case that not everyone accepts the offer.
Not sure, but it is possible! I know I was waitlisted for school psyc there last year but never received any interview/communication, so I wouldn't worry about it yet!
Good luck!
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On 1/9/2021 at 8:19 AM, Arielle2021 said:
Has anyone heard back from U of A?
I just got a message saying I accidentally applied for the course based stream when it was clear I meant thesis based in my SoP (oops!) - but the email said they would make sure my application was reviewed by the thesis-based stream coordinators. Therefore, they likely either haven't started or just started reviewing apps.
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On 1/22/2021 at 11:08 AM, WickedWorld91 said:
Any more news on the MSc Counselling Psych program from the University of Calgary? I got the email over the holidays saying they were planning on beginning interviews the week of January 11th. Some of you had mentioned having interviews dates set that week. Any info is much appreciated!
Hi, I believe all interviews for UCalgary counselling have been completed. They said they only had 1 week for interviews and they had to make a decision by the end.
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On 1/10/2021 at 1:31 PM, clinpsychhopeful2021 said:
To the person who posted about getting an interview at Queen's on the results page: congrats! is it an informal interview with your POI or a formal interview day? thank you!
Hi! Sorry I didn't know GradCafe forums existed till today. It was with the POI. DM for POI.
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3 hours ago, E_L_ said:
did anyone who applied to OISE clinical and counselling psychology MA hear anything yet?
I haven’t heard anything yet!
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Does anyone know what an open house is like for a clinical program? I was told that I likely would receive an invitation for one and I would like to have an idea about what it might be like. Thanks!
"What are my chances?" 2022
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Thanks! Yes, I was so lucky my supervisor was interested in publishing with me! Although its been a lot of (mostly) unpaid work haha.
It was at QueensU in the area of sexuality/sexual health! I also received several other interviews (UBC clinical, UofC counselling, and ULeth counselling) so I don't think a 3.4 GPA will drag you down if you have some additional experiences and find a supervisor with good research fit!