So, I'm applying to only three schools and am currently freaking out about each of them because I don't have the high GPA or loads of experience that others seem to.
The schools I've applied to are:
University of Michigan
Virginia Commonwealth University
University of Maryland
Here are my stats. I'm almost scared to put them up.
Overall GPA: 3.12
Major: Psychology and Criminology (so, I'm not a BSW student, blah..)
Test scores: Haven't taken anything due to nothing being required.
Letters of Recommendation: All will be strong. One from my internship at a non profit, one from a research lab focusing on suicide prevention, and one from the Treasurer of the local NAMI affiliate that I volunteer for.
Experience: I had an internship with a nonprofit for a summer, I worked for two research labs (suicide prevention and drug and alcohol addictions), and I volunteer with NAMI. I don't know if this is even considered experience since it's not specifically Social Work.
I'm going to call tomorrow the three schools to get their acceptance rates and such.
Also, I'm applying to USC's online program, if I don't get into any of the three programs aforementioned.
So, yeah. Good luck, everyone.