Applying to MSW programs for Fall 2011

[cdinh007]

Hello,

I am going to apply to MSW programs for the Fall 2011. I have not taken my GRE yet, and I do not know whether I should or not. As of right now, I currently have a GPA of 3.2. I have been in three different research labs for a whole year and I will continue to participate in these labs in my senior year as well. I also work as a peer mentor for college students on campus. I hope that will count as one of my experiences. I am going to apply to these following schools that do not require me to take the GRE, but it is recommended for a person's to take the GRE if his or her GPA is lower than 3.0:

*California State University Los Angeles

*California State University Dominguez Hills

*California State University Long Beach

California State University Northridge

A * next to the school are my top choices. I was also planning to apply to California State University Fullerton, but the school now require a GRE score. I have decided on these schools, because they are close enough to commute from home and to school (not so much for Northridge, but I only added that one since Fullerton might not be an option anymore). I am not applying to any farther colleges, because I have decided to be near the family due to family matters. The reason I am not planning to take the GRE, because I will only need it to apply to Fullerton and I haven't been studying for it either. For that reason, I do not think its worth paying for it. I do not plan on applying to any universities or private colleges (UCLA, USC, Azusa Pacific), because I am unlikely to afford their cost of tuition since they cost more. I originally had Cal Poly as an option to, but I found out today that the school did not have a MSW program. My options seem really limited. I am very concern and in doubt whether applying to only four schools will guaranteed me at least one admission. This thread was created for further discussion and suggestions. Any input, ideas, or suggestions are helpful and appreciated.

Thank you.