Hey everyone, I'm a brand new member to this site but I've spent a considerable amount of time checking out threads about MSW programs and clinical psych programs. I'm not totally sure how to work this, but here goes..
I'm applying to MSW programs for Fall 2011 after deciding that applying to clinical psych PhD programs is not for me. I'm a psychology major with an overall gpa of 3.67 and a 3.94 psychology GPA, with a minor in women, gender, and sexuality studies. I have two solid years of research experience in biofeedback, an NIMH-funded study research alcohol use in college students, I've written an honors thesis, and I'm working on an independent study that is looking to evaluate a peer tutoring program in research methods that my school's psychology department offers. I've been a tutor for the past three semesters.
I've also completed two summers (about 200+ hours) at a hospital counseling center in my area. My supervisor is a PsyD and most of the other clinicians were LCSW's. I was able to work with women who have been victims of domestic violence (mostly diagnosed with PTSD, MDD, etc.), and substance abuse groups (intensive out-patient and recovery)
I know that's a lot, but I really would appreciate some feedback on my chances of acceptance. I'm looking at the following schools..
NYU
Columbia
Boston College
Boston University
Southern Connecticut State University
Springfield College
Fordham University
and possibly Rutgers
I hope to hear from anyone who can help!
I'm applying to MSW programs for Fall 2011 after deciding that applying to clinical psych PhD programs is not for me. I'm a psychology major with an overall gpa of 3.67 and a 3.94 psychology GPA, with a minor in women, gender, and sexuality studies. I have two solid years of research experience in biofeedback, an NIMH-funded study research alcohol use in college students, I've written an honors thesis, and I'm working on an independent study that is looking to evaluate a peer tutoring program in research methods that my school's psychology department offers. I've been a tutor for the past three semesters.
I've also completed two summers (about 200+ hours) at a hospital counseling center in my area. My supervisor is a PsyD and most of the other clinicians were LCSW's. I was able to work with women who have been victims of domestic violence (mostly diagnosed with PTSD, MDD, etc.), and substance abuse groups (intensive out-patient and recovery)
I know that's a lot, but I really would appreciate some feedback on my chances of acceptance. I'm looking at the following schools..
NYU
Columbia
Boston College
Boston University
Southern Connecticut State University
Springfield College
Fordham University
and possibly Rutgers
I hope to hear from anyone who can help!