JAM2021

Wow! This is some interesting feedback for sure. I've heard many mixed reviews as well concerning the CSU system, so I'm really rooting for you in that you've made it past the most challenging bits yet. It really does seem hit or miss with CSUs but I have to tell you after doing my research when it comes to schools like Columbia, NYU and USC, there are also a lot of love/hate relationships happening there as well. I guess my mentors are correct when they say it's really about the individual and what they take from any given program - what they make of themselves - that really matters. Here's to hoping...

Hi! I can't believe I didn't notice the year, I have been on so many threads tonight. Thanks so much for responding. Congrats on your acceptance to San Marcos! Wow, I'm sorry to hear the app process has been so terrible. You know, I went to apply to CSUN for their MFT program and it was a nightmare as well. They didn't even have my program available on the application until two days before the deadline! They granted me an extension, then apologetically rescinded it - it was the weirdest experience. I remember thinking that if it's this bad to just try and apply, then how bad will it be if I actually get in? I considered it a red flag and I just home the bulk of the Cal State system isn't as bad. I got I to some great schools for MSW (I want to become a psychotherapist) but it's really difficult to try and justify the cost, and the move to NY when I'd want to make connections in LA. I'm so confused with which program to choose, or if I should wait and apply to SDSU. My dream program was a Clinical Health PsyD - which I got into - but I refuse to pay $200,000 for the program. It's absurdly expensive for PsyDs! Thanks for listening.

Hi! Congrats! Can I ask how you liked/disliked the MSW program at SDSU? I just got into Columbia, NYU and USC's MSW program but didn't hear about SDSU's program until after the application deadline. I am considering deferring the other schools to apply this Fall for Fall 2022 at SDSU because their clinical path focuses on all the evidence based treatments I want to learn. Can you tell me your thoughts on this, and how much the program costs overall? What were some strengths/weaknesses about the program? Thanks so much!