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Boston University Healthcare Emergency Management Masters???
Hello Everyone, Does anyone know about the BU M.S. HEM program? Healthcare Emergency Management | Boston University If you are in or have graduated the program, can you please let me know? I am going to take a gap year/application year after my senior year. I am looking into either doing this...- SD.Surgery
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Masters Program or Go For It?
I attended two universities, one where my GPA was very low. I transferred out to the school I eventually graduated from with a 3.48 overall and science GPA. I took the DAT once and got an AA of 18. Retaking it this summer and applying this cycle once that is complete. However, I have also gotten...- tonizee
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Considering my options for psych future
Greetings All! I wish to present my problem to you in hopes of a constructive discussion. I currently hold a BSc in Psychology (Gpa 3.2) from a college in the Caribbean (I'm also a citizen of this country) but I am soon to become a citizen of the U.S. (hopefully). These are my issues: 1. What...- prospsych711
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Can I get into Dental school with low undergrad GPA and High masters GPA?
Hi everyone, This is my first time applying to dental school, I waited till I was ready, which is now hopefully. I graduated undergrad with a gpa of 2.68 in a BS in Biological sciences. My science gpa was pretty bad bc I failed a couple science course a few times due to some personal life and...- dentdream93
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- application chances of getting in to dental school cycle 2018 dental school low gpa masters masters degree post bacc predental
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Does a post-bacc or grad degree increase chances?
So, I'm a freshman and looking to graduate early right now. I'll be class of 2019, though I was supposed to be 2020. So, I'm thinking if a post-bacc or a grad degree would be the best course of action? I don't want to apply to med school next year, so that's not an option. I had some...- chemdoctor
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EVMS Contemporary Human Anatomy Master's Program
Are there any current or former students that can provide insight into this program? Have students from this program been successful in obtaining acceptance into PA or MD/DO school? This program is relatively new and I am having difficulty finding any information about student experiences in the...- bd5312
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PA School Help
Hi guys. So currently, I have just finished my junior year of undergrad. My current but yet horrendous stats are cGPA: 2.75 & sGPA: 2.40 Unfortunately, all the pre-req's I have take that are required for PA school, I have received Cs in. I really want to become a PA, but I know how hard and...- giaba
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- confused help me low gpa masters pa program pa school postbacc student what am i doing with my life what should i do
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MPH or MS to benefit my application?
I'm looking into pursuing a master's program before reapplying to medical schools. I applied to both MD and DO schools after my third year with a 3.2 cgpa, a 2.9 sgpa, and a 504 on my MCAT (will probably take again), and I just graduated with a 3.4 cgpa and a 3.1 sgpa. I applied to and was...- RRG32
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Dental School Admission/ Master Student Need Advice
Good evening, So I would like some advice on Dental school. My undergrad GPA was a 3.01 I had bumps and paths finishing strong because my rents were in and out of the hospital. I went and got a Masters in Community Health and did my Thesis in Oral health at Midwestern University. My Grad GPA...- koubam360
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Master's programs - low GPA/high MCAT, low research?
Hey all, I applied last year to MD programs to no avail. I have a bad gpa (3.17) in BME from Stanford, but 518 MCAT (Apr 2016). I have been applying to post bacc programs but haven't got into any, so I am thinking of doing a DIY post bacc. However, I also got into 2 masters programs - one in...- tysondoghb
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- high mcat low gpa masters
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Should I reapply this cycle?
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Research, Post Bacc or Masters?
Hi! Right now I am set to graduate from Undergrad a year early. I'm really not sure what the best route to take is. I have currently taken 43 credits and my gpa is a 3.75. I'm really not sure if it'll go up or down since I have a majority of science classes left to take. Please help me out. I'm...- sm20992
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Master's programs associated with a med school (but not SMP?)
Hey all. Trying to get a grasp on SMP/master's ideas before I come close to graduation. I know traditional SMPs are akin to the first year of M-1 curriculum, and other master's in medical science/biomed/physiology are also popular, but is there any truth to my thinking that it would be better...- astrostellar
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- biomedical science masters medical biology nontrad smp special masters program
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Classes for Neuropsychology
If I'm interested in behavioral neuroscience or neuropsychologist, what undergraduate classes are advisable? I've searched around a bit and found that it's advisable to follow neuro-psych/bio classes, but my university only offers two classes that fall into that category (one is a psychology and...- xXVoicesXx
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- behavioral neuroscience graduate school masters neuropsychology phd psy.d psychology
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Recommended Masters Programs
Hi all, I am looking for advice on Masters programs that look great for vet school but also allows a Plan B if vet school doesn't work out. I am currently studying Animal Science in undergrad. I had a meeting with an advisor at the vet school I am interested in, and he recommended to me a...- alan119
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- masters pre-vet pre-veterinary veterinary veterinary medicine
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JHU Epidemiology MHS/Ph.D application Q
Hello all! I was hoping to get some light shed on a few questions I had about JHU's MHS and Ph.D program in Epi. I can't seem to find my answers in the handbook they have online. If I'm admitted to the MHS program, can I internally apply for the Ph.D program? If I'm admitted into the Ph.D...- bcmak
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Masters to MD
Hello everyone...! I am a Masters by research student doing cancer research. Is there anyway I can become an oncologist and still continue my research? If so what are the steps that I should be taking? Thank you.- cacacancer
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DO Deciding between reapplying at taking a guaranteed seat in a MSBS program.
Year in school: Graduated August 2016 with a BS in Health Sciences, Spanish minor. In a gap year. · Country/state of residence: Illinois resident · Cumulative GPA: 3.30 - started off freshman year very poorly, ended with about 2.4 cGPA and it rose every semester. · Science GPA: 3.21 - was...- DOCrohns
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NYU MS - Oral Biology
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Need help deciding Post-Bacc or Masters
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Tourocom vs RVCOM masters!?!
I'm interested in doing a 1 yr masters program and just wanted your feedback on which in your opinion is better. I'm currently looking at Tourocom and Rocky vista. I'm mostly interested in these two because they don't require you to retake the mcat. (However, feel free to suggest any other...- travlovhenmed
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Post-Bacc and Getting into Pharmacy School. Low GPA.
Hello All, I am trying to pursue pharmacy school but I was wondering what I should do to help my chances to get in with my situation. A little background of myself -- - I graduated with a degree in Public Health Sciences at UC Irvine ( FALL 2013) with a low overall GPA specifically 2.6. -...- John T
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Masters/Post-Bacc Info, Support, and Acceptance/Rejection Thread
Hey guys and girls, My first app cycle was unsuccessful, but I'm not letting it get me too down as I've completed some new apps for different BMS masters programs. I've applied to: BU-Oral Health Sciences NYU - Oral Biology Rutgers BMS Tufts BMS Wayne State BMS Nova BMS George...- ChillCops!
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- acceptance application bms masters postbac reapplicant rejections support
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Drexel MBS vc BU MAMS
Hello Non-Trads, Please help. I have applied to med school twice to no avail. My grades are too low (3.0/ 27 MCAT) and although I have tons and tons of experience, nobody seems to care. I have accepted that is a numbers game and nothing else weighs as much (highly disappointed by this). Let...- DoctressM
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Masters before DPT
Hi Everyone! I've just recently been accepted into Teacher's College, Columbia University Motor Learning masters program. My ultimate goal is to obtain my DPT and end up becoming both sports performance/orthopedic rehab specialist. I finished my undergrad last summer and decided to take the...- futuredptcscs
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Funding opportunities for Masters degree?
I applied and was interviewed for a PhD program at my top school with my top adviser and was offered an unfunded Masters slot. Needless to say, I'm a bit disappointed at this and feel like it's a constellation prize. Still, I'm seriously considering accepting the offer because the work done in...- NeedMoreTea
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Masters programs for <3.0 gpa
Hi all, I currently have a sub 3.0 gpa (2.8s 3.0c) with retakes. Obviously, with DO grade replacement gone, I think my only option is to do an SMP or Masters program. However, I haven't been able to find quality programs that accept lower than a 3.0. Does anyone have any suggestions? Thanks in...- radicalpatella
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MHA Programs for Fall '17
Hey everyone! I've been admitted to Trinity University Health Administration (MHA) program, Georgetown Health Systems Administration program, George Washington MHA, and NYU Wagner Health Policy & Management program. Since I am from San Antonio, I am currently deciding if I want to stay here and...- mhagrad'17
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- 2017 fall george washington georgetown gradschool healthcare administration masters mha nyu wagner trinity
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MA/MS State (and changing states) Licensure and Salary
I am getting my MS in Michigan and will graduate next year with 45 credits, 750 practicum supervision hours, and completed BCBA supervision. 1. What can I do to get Oregon psychologist associate licensure? Will I have to take more classes/hours? (Is it advised to just stay in Michigan?) 2. What...- allikat
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MA/MS State (and changing states) licensure/salary questions
I am getting my MS in Michigan and will graduate next year with 45 credits, 750 practicum supervision hours, and completed BCBA supervision. 1. What can I do to get Oregon psychologist associate licensure? Will I have to take more classes/hours? (Is it advised to just stay in Michigan?) 2. What...- allikat
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PhD/PsyD Research Experience Somewhat Unrelated to Current Interest
I am currently a senior at NYU and will be graduating by the end of Spring 2017 term. My academic interest is to pursue a career as a clinical psychologist and further specializing in neuropsychology. However, before I apply to Ph.D. programs, I first would like to earn a master's degree and...- ThatGuy15
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- clinical psychology cuny doctoral experience masters neuropsychology nyu ph.d. psychology research
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USF MSMS (Medical Sciences) 2017 Application Thread
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Gap Year or Master's Program
Hey all, I'm finishing up my junior year at UMiami. I have an overall GPA of 3.31 and a science GPA of 3.36. I have ~85 hours of shadowing, but no research and very little volunteering. I have a little leadership experience as Scribe (executive board member) of my fraternity. I only have about...- DDSSNN
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- dat gap year masters
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MA/MS School Counselor VS LPC
I want to start by saying I know there was a similar thread posted here but school counseling never seemed to be adequately addressed on that thread. I just wrapped up a series of applications to clinical mental health counseling programs across the country (NJ,OR,RI,VA,NC). Unfortunately, I...- Philton88
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Will having a master's degree help with residency?
Do y'all think having a master's in biology will help when applying for residency programs, generally? I'm curious as to if it's worth not having a summer break before I start dental school in late July.- Goldtoothfairy
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- dental school masters masters degree residency
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OHS BU 2017-2018
Has anyone been accepted to the 2017-2018 class yet? I applied, and still waiting to hear back!- ShaghayeghSafarz1
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- bostonuniversity masters ohs predental
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Preparing for next cycle, what to do?
Hello SDNers! As application cycle is coming to a close, I'm afraid it's time to consider how to prepare for the next cycle in case this one does not work out. Out of the 9 schools I applied to, I have interviewed at 2 (One pre dec, one post dec) and am waiting to hear back from both. I have...- AllAboutSmiles7
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Post bacc/masters programs
Hey guys, Are there any post bacc/masters programs that are only 2 semesters? I need to bring my GPA up a bit, but don't want to go to school for another 2 years if i can avoid it so I can apply again as early as possible. Any knowledge about these schools would be hugely appreciated!- CFP545
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- masters post bac post bacc
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Is a goal statement like a personal statement?
Hey guys, So I'm working on some masters/post bacc apps and I am in a small dilemma. The essay portion isn't really a personal statement but a goal statement. Obviously, part of this portion is for the committee to evaluate your writing skills. But, should I be dragging the goal statement to...- amaghsou
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- goal statement masters post bacc
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