TalkItOut_9 Posted March 22, 2013 Share Posted March 22, 2013 I received a $30K offer as well. While I loved my undergrad here--I'm not sure I want to stay... This is tempting though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tuck Posted March 22, 2013 Share Posted March 22, 2013 Congrats, jaclsmit and TalkItOut - wow! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLPtoBEweee Posted March 22, 2013 Author Share Posted March 22, 2013 OMG, I Got in! It was just posted to to the website today! I can't believe it!! I was convinced it was a no when I didn't hear with y'all!! YAY!!!!! Congrats, both of you, on your scholarships. That is really such an awesome offer! midnight 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLPjmar Posted March 22, 2013 Share Posted March 22, 2013 OMG, I Got in! It was just posted to to the website today! I can't believe it!! I was convinced it was a no when I didn't hear with y'all!! YAY!!!!! Congrats, both of you, on your scholarships. That is really such an awesome offer! CONGRATS!!!!!! That is too awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLPtoBEweee Posted March 22, 2013 Author Share Posted March 22, 2013 Thanks Jmarti!!!! I practically had a heart attack reading the letter! I even made my mom read it because I thought I was having a dream! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaclsmit Posted March 22, 2013 Share Posted March 22, 2013 Congrats, jaclsmit and TalkItOut - wow!OMG, I Got in! It was just posted to to the website today! I can't believe it!! I was convinced it was a no when I didn't hear with y'all!! YAY!!!!! Congrats, both of you, on your scholarships. That is really such an awesome offer! Thank you! Congrats to both of you too!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLPtoBEweee Posted March 22, 2013 Author Share Posted March 22, 2013 Is anyone else going to visit? Good lord, it's so expensive, but I would love to be in Evanston/Chicago.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miscarthur Posted March 22, 2013 Share Posted March 22, 2013 Oh man, going to have to check my mail when I get home. I've all but completely decided to go with Columbia... but again, a $30,000 a year scholarship would certainly be a game changer. SLPtoBEweee 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcacemek Posted March 22, 2013 Share Posted March 22, 2013 I got my letter! Exciting, even though no mention of funding (that would have been a blessing and a curse anyway, since I'm not super keen on moving far away). One part of the letter, however, confused me. They were talking about how you can defer for a year in order to do the pre-reqs elsewhere, and if you do that and maintain all grades above a B, "every attempt will be made to provide funding when you begin the two-year program." What exactly does that mean? That you'll be re-evaluated for a scholarship with everyone else, or you actually have an increased shot at getting one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
occamstoothbrush Posted March 22, 2013 Share Posted March 22, 2013 I got my letter! Exciting, even though no mention of funding (that would have been a blessing and a curse anyway, since I'm not super keen on moving far away). One part of the letter, however, confused me. They were talking about how you can defer for a year in order to do the pre-reqs elsewhere, and if you do that and maintain all grades above a B, "every attempt will be made to provide funding when you begin the two-year program." What exactly does that mean? That you'll be re-evaluated for a scholarship with everyone else, or you actually have an increased shot at getting one? I still haven't gotten my letter but that's interesting to me. When I visited Northwestern earlier this week I asked about funding if you defer -- whether you'll be considered again the following year, etc. The woman I met with said funding would be honored if you were offered it originally but she doubted you'd be considered again if you weren't originally offered funding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russianblue92 Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 @Talkitout- Since you did your undergrad at northwestern could you tell me anything about how competitive the slp classes are at the undergrad level? i have been admitted into the three year program, but i know that northwestern is super competitive especially at the undergrad level so i'm just wondering if the classes are insanely hard? i am willing to work hard for the next three years but nu scares me a little... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TalkItOut_9 Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 @Talkitout- Since you did your undergrad at northwestern could you tell me anything about how competitive the slp classes are at the undergrad level? i have been admitted into the three year program, but i know that northwestern is super competitive especially at the undergrad level so i'm just wondering if the classes are insanely hard? i am willing to work hard for the next three years but nu scares me a little... I'm not sure what you mean by competitive--because it's a program where students work together, not against each other. I don't think the CSD curriculum at Northwestern is hard at all, and I've taken around 8 graduate-level courses. I actually think the program tends to "dumb-down" certain concepts for the graduate level students, especially for those who have no science background. If you work hard and put effort into each course, you will likely get a B+ or higher in all of your courses. The science classes (anatomy, voice, dysphagia) are known to be hard classes--but if you study, A's are possible. As an undergraduate student, I was super involved in extra curricular activities and definitely put school on the back burner at times. Even then, I still averaged a 3.9 in my CSD coursework. I have no doubt that if I put 100% of my time into school I could've gotten a 4.0. I think that's possible for anyone if they put their mind to it. I hope this helps! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tuck Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 I got my official letter from the department. There was no mention of funding included, so that's probably the end of the line for me for Northwestern. I'm going to sleep on it for a night and probably let them know tomorrow that I won't be attending. I hope this helps someone on the waitlist! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russianblue92 Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 yes thats really helpful thx! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLPtoBEweee Posted March 26, 2013 Author Share Posted March 26, 2013 Has anyone decided to go to Northwestern for sure? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLPtoBEweee Posted March 28, 2013 Author Share Posted March 28, 2013 Anyone at least leaning toward northwestern? It's such a good fit for my interests, I'm just having a really hard time swallowing the costs. It's just SO expensive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
illini09 Posted March 28, 2013 Share Posted March 28, 2013 Anyone at least leaning toward northwestern? It's such a good fit for my interests, I'm just having a really hard time swallowing the costs. It's just SO expensive. I have narrowed my choices down to three schools but I am definitely leaning toward Northwestern. I haven't visited yet though so I need to go there before I make a decision for sure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ect65972 Posted March 28, 2013 Share Posted March 28, 2013 I'm definitely going to Northwestern! SLPtoBEweee 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLPtoBEweee Posted March 28, 2013 Author Share Posted March 28, 2013 Eeeeeeeeeek! Ok. Has anyone started a FB group or anything? I just can't decide..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kozo Posted March 28, 2013 Share Posted March 28, 2013 I just found out I got $30,000 a year at Northwestern, which is exciting and a bit of a curveball. Does anyone know what they mean by they will "attempt" to provide funding at the same level? Under what circumstances would they not provide funding if you follow the conditions set for it? Also, a question for TalkItOut and anyone else who goes to Northwestern. I've heard that the atmosphere there (potentially just at the grad level?) tends to be less than warm, professors and others can be snobby/unfriendly, and they look down on those who aren't interested in research/don't want to pursue a phd. Is there any truth to those statements? I don't want to bad mouth NU at all, I know it's an excellent school and program, it's just that hearing those things alarmed me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krisec Posted March 28, 2013 Share Posted March 28, 2013 I just found out I got $30,000 a year at Northwestern, which is exciting and a bit of a curveball. Does anyone know what they mean by they will "attempt" to provide funding at the same level? Under what circumstances would they not provide funding if you follow the conditions set for it? Also, a question for TalkItOut and anyone else who goes to Northwestern. I've heard that the atmosphere there (potentially just at the grad level?) tends to be less than warm, professors and others can be snobby/unfriendly, and they look down on those who aren't interested in research/don't want to pursue a phd. Is there any truth to those statements? I don't want to bad mouth NU at all, I know it's an excellent school and program, it's just that hearing those things alarmed me. I am currently a graduate student at Northwestern in my first year (I'm part of the 3 year program) Yes...sometimes I still look at grad cafe! I don't usually post, but I felt like I needed to for this. What you've heard about a cold atmosphere could not be further from the truth. The professors and clinical supervisors are very welcoming and helpful. I have not experienced any "looking down" on those who are not wanting to pursue a phD. In my opinion, the program fosters an attitude about working together rather than working against one another, and the faculty really want to see the students succeed in whatever area of SLP interests them most. SLPtoBEweee and Kozo 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLPtoBEweee Posted March 28, 2013 Author Share Posted March 28, 2013 I am currently a graduate student at Northwestern in my first year (I'm part of the 3 year program) Yes...sometimes I still look at grad cafe! I don't usually post, but I felt like I needed to for this. What you've heard about a cold atmosphere could not be further from the truth. The professors and clinical supervisors are very welcoming and helpful. I have not experienced any "looking down" on those who are not wanting to pursue a phD. In my opinion, the program fosters an attitude about working together rather than working against one another, and the faculty really want to see the students succeed in whatever area of SLP interests them most. This is good to hear! I feel like Northwestern is so my dream program. I still just can't get over the cost. Ugh! I don't know when I am going to be able to decide what to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kozo Posted March 28, 2013 Share Posted March 28, 2013 I am currently a graduate student at Northwestern in my first year (I'm part of the 3 year program) Yes...sometimes I still look at grad cafe! I don't usually post, but I felt like I needed to for this. What you've heard about a cold atmosphere could not be further from the truth. The professors and clinical supervisors are very welcoming and helpful. I have not experienced any "looking down" on those who are not wanting to pursue a phD. In my opinion, the program fosters an attitude about working together rather than working against one another, and the faculty really want to see the students succeed in whatever area of SLP interests them most. Thank you so much for your answer! That's good to hear, I'm glad those things don't seem to be true Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
illini09 Posted March 28, 2013 Share Posted March 28, 2013 I've been talking back and forth with a current grad student at Northwestern, and I asked her about about the research/phD rumor and this is what she said- "I wouldn't say it's research based at all like no one I know at NU is working in a research lab at all and they we have a really big and popular clinic so I wouldn't think of it that way" and she also said.. "But don't get me wrong there is a bunch of big deal research going on but I feel like coming from (her undergrad) that northwestern is a lot more clinic based than (her undergrad) was. There are a few PhDs but all the 2 year girls are there to go into clinical slp" She had other really great things to say about the program as well and said that although it is hard, she thinks it is worth it. Kozo 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLPtoBEweee Posted March 29, 2013 Author Share Posted March 29, 2013 So where do these rumors come from?! So strange! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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