MA with MA

[Psykir]

Pals

 

 

I'm looking forward to apply to the clinical doctorate. But as I do have Russian degree from not very well known univ I was not successful - so I'm looking forward to apply to the W&M MA program - experimental program but with the POI (who even has papers matches my topic).

 

The problem is - my original degree is equal (wes-evaluated) as an MA in counseling psy.

 

 

Can they automatically decline me?

 

 

 

[MsDarjeeling]

While I doubt your prior degree will automatically deny you admission, it is likely that they will wonder why you're seeking a 2nd MA if your goal is eventually a PhD.  That is something you could address in your SOP/PS.

[Psykir]

That is easier but I'm worrying cause my degree is 5 years in a row degree - it can be considered as basic psychology BS + MA in counseling psy (if they will scrutinize my transcript). Something like changing priority - I'll explain it as a wish to strengthen my research skills e.t.c. 

[wzhenlan]

That is easier but I'm worrying cause my degree is 5 years in a row degree - it can be considered as basic psychology BS + MA in counseling psy (if they will scrutinize my transcript). Something like changing priority - I'll explain it as a wish to strengthen my research skills e.t.c.

Ты получишь "специалист"? Мне кажется, что они будут считать это как "бокалавр". (((

[HermoineG]

It wont be a problem if you explain why you want to do it again. Use it as your strength.