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    How important is Major GPA in AuD application review

    Hi, guys. So I have been reading on on all about importance of GPA and everything but what are my chances if my SLHS GPA is barely above 3 but overall GPA is 3.5? I feel like I should have good chances because I have a unique interest in the field, I was involved with international hearing aid...
  2. B

    MPH Best Route to Take (field of study changer)?

    Okay, I apologize for the length, but here goes... I graduated last December (2015) from the University of Tennessee (Knoxville) with a BS in animal science. I had an 3.81 GPA. I was intending (and even applied) to go to veterinary school, but I got rejected merely because I didn't have...
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    Masters to Medical School

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    Need Advice- in Grad school

    Hi all, I am in the 1st year of my grad school, I am currently at University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) for Masters of Health & Kinesiology (Health Promotion as specialization, non-thesis). I am currently engaged to a military veteran who would like to transfer his Texas Hazelwood Act...
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    Online Graduate Degrees: Good Enough?

    I'm new to these forums and need some advice. I'm currently a senior in my psychology bachelors (graduating in May 2017). The closest grad schools for psychology are 40 minutes to an hour away. Because of this, I would prefer to get my master's and Psy.D online. My issue is that two psychology...
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    What to do after biochemistry?

    Hello everyone, I am a current Biochem. undergrad student and I got into this career just because I like chemistry. I am a junior now, and I still don't know what I want to do after my undergrad. I don't even know my options. I know this is a very vague and a stupid question, but can someone...
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    GRE the second time was better in one section but worse in another, which to send?

    Good afternoon SDN, I am currently looking at graduate schools to apply for a DPT degree. I attend Drexel University with an overall GPA of 3.21 and science GPA of 3.23. I have had 1000 hours of experience at an orthopedic outpatient private practice working with people ranging from ages 12-90...
  8. K

    What are my chances? (psych MA/MS)

    Hey guys! I am a senior psychology student currently study for the GRE and preparing to start my applications to various terminal counseling/clinical MA/MS programs. I've already done the research on the programs and am currently getting everything together. I'm aware of how astronomically...
  9. K

    What are my chances? (psych MA/MS)

    Hey guys! I am a senior psychology student currently study for the GRE and preparing to start my applications to various terminal counseling/clinical MA/MS programs. I've already done the research on the programs and am currently getting everything together. I'm aware of how astronomically...
  10. DrDre2017

    Completely new to Epidemiology -- Game plan needed

    I'm a senior Applied Math major whose pre-med path has ended. I love the idea of serving people, and I love medicine, but I think I have the wrong temperament for the field. Now I'm considering a career in public health, specifically epidemiology. But I have no idea what to do to be competitive...
  11. Dr. Leo Spaceman

    What to do during application year?

    Hey everybody, I’m kind of struggling with what to do next year (2017-2018 school year). This upcoming fall, spring and summer I will finish all of my prerequisites, take the MCAT and submit my applications. I already have 100+ hours ER volunteering, 20+ hours shadowing, and 50+ hours...
  12. MPHPeaceCorps17

    How many credits per semester do you take in grad school?

    Hello, This will be my first semester in grad school. I am pursuing an MPH while participating in the Peace Corps. 6 credits will be awarded towards my MPH degree requirement. I am told I have to take between 30-33 credits the year prior to Peace Corps. And my last semester when I return I'll...
  13. fava_bean

    No LOR from MSc supervisor. What's the best alternative?

    I recently completed my MSc, and my PI literally told me he wouldn't write me a positive LOR for anything. Long story short, he has sky-high expectations of his grad students and I simply couldn't live up to them. We were also a terrible fit in terms of personality and work habits. He is loud...
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    Are you looking for advising for college or post-graduate school admissions essays and don’t want to break the bank? Contact Sequoia Advising for affordable options to assist you with writing your essays! Who We Are: A group of medical and graduate students who believe that services like...
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    Letter of Rec Timeline

    I asked my PI from last summer if he could write me a letter of recommendation for medical school, but I recently decided that I want to apply next cycle instead of this summer. Is it possible for me to hold onto that letter for next year OR for him to upload it onto TMDAS to be considered for...
  16. AudioMusic

    Audiology Schools in the Midwest?

    Ok so here are the schools I am currently looking at. I'm a Florida native so I will also be reapplying to my current university for their grad program as a backup but I really want to go out of state. The other schools are as follows: Rush University, Northwestern, UW Madison, U of Illinois...
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    Need a Grad Level Biochem similar to UNE's for Dream Program!

    A good evening to everyone and thank you for your assistance. I am a long time lurker, but first time poster. I was in contact with some of the professionals on the board of a program I'm very interested in getting into, and was advised to, "Ace a biochem course of graduate level proportions...
  18. LindaAccepted

    Medical Should You Apply to Grad School?

    Know what you are getting into before you dive in! To apply or not apply. That is the question many of you are asking yourselves as admissions deadlines approach. Is it time to go for the MBA? The JD? MD? PhD? Here’s the answer: it depends. It depends on you, your circumstances, and your...
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    Advice on social probation for pt school

    Hi guys, I've been worrying myself sick knowing that applications are beginning to open in a few months, and I would just like your advice or words to help me out. I am currently getting ready to graduate from University of Indianapolis (Summa Cum Laude) anticipated overall gpa being a 3.86...
  20. Netanel791

    Will high 21+ DAT offset Low GPA/Science GPA? Will Masters in Biomed help?

    I previously applied to dental school last cycle with low cum GPA and low sci GPA and low DAT. I am retaking DAT soon and planning on doing masters in biomed at Barry this summer for two semesters. Would it matter or help to just retake DAT and not do masters to boost GPA? or would I benefit...
  21. S

    Knowledge is power

    Looking for some words of wisdom and hopefully some uplifting advice regarding the application process for PT school... Really hoping to stay away from negative energy so please only helpful (not hurtful) comments. They say knowledge is power and that is what I'm here for. I am new to the...
  22. R

    Will non-research job hurt chances of getting into PhD program?

    I am graduating from college in May and am taking a year off before applying to PhD programs. I am interested in child psychology, specifically child trauma psych and hope to be a practicing psychologist in the future. I am much more interested in working with clients than doing research, so I...
  23. S

    Program-Specific Info / Q's Tufts vs. USC 2016

    After being accepted, I'm trying to decide between USC and Tufts for occupational therapy graduate school. I'm currently living in Northern CA but I don't mind going out of state. I received a scholarship for Tufts ($15,000) so it is the cheapest option (by a total of $60,000 - USC= $120,000 for...
  24. D

    Do you think I'll have to retake it?

    I scheduled the MCAT for July 9th this year, I am planning on applying to both graduate programs and medical schools in the fall. My gpa is pretty messed up because I was involved in a major car accident a few weeks before midterms last semester, and my best friend was killed the week of our...
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    WAMC: What Are My Chances

    MOD NOTE: We are now going to have one thread for all of the inquiries for competitiveness, what are my chances, do I have a shot, can I get into ABC University, etc. Most of the other SDN forums have found success with having one thread, so we are going to adopt that going forward. 1. Please...
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    PhD/PsyD 2016-2017 Internship Application Thread

    This is early and before this years match day, but deadlines are looming and my head is full of projects and hours I hope to complete before application day. Where should I focus my attention first? We've got: Dissertation Hours/ Experience (assessment and integrated reports) I have 1 or 2 more...
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