Final Choices

[konrad]

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I figured it was time to start a thread posting people's decisions on where to accept. I am evidently an unusually decisive person and could not tolerate the idea of holding multiple offers, so when I received a fellowship offer at what I was 90% sure was my top choice, I accepted it and withdrew my application everywhere else.

So my decision has been made: Temple.

I'm happy that the process is now over (for me), and I feel for all of you that are still suffering through the obsessive email checks & anxious waiting. Good luck...

 

[allstressedout]

I figured it was time to start a thread posting people's decisions on where to accept. I am evidently an unusually decisive person and could not tolerate the idea of holding multiple offers, so when I received a fellowship offer at what I was 90% sure was my top choice, I accepted it and withdrew my application everywhere else.

So my decision has been made: Temple.

I'm happy that the process is now over (for me), and I feel for all of you that are still suffering through the obsessive email checks & anxious waiting. Good luck...

congrats! i got interviewed but i'm an alternate and rob told me that the person they gave the offer to will most likely be accepting 🙁 oh well... i'll see how my other schools go

 

[Noah333]

congratulations konrad - very exciting!!!

 

[cozy]

konrad you're not from yale are you?

 

[konrad]

Nope, not Yale.

I didn't mean this post to be a prompt for congratulations, or a cause for worry among those waitlisted at temple -- my apologies if it has functioned that way. I'm more curious whether other people have made decisions yet, or if I am the only impulsive applicant around...

 

[Forensic M.S.]

I am almost set on American International College, I am just waiting for a response from Northeastern University before I make a decision.

I am debating whether I want to go to a large school with a more well known reputation, better internship access, larger student to teacher ratio, and expensive vs. a more personable atmosphere, significiantly smaller classes, and seemlingly a better program fit. the only downside is it has a lot less well-known reputation and is a shorter program possibly making it harder for licensure as LMHC.

If I get rejected, I'll take American International.

I basically am going to reject U of New Haven, the program doesn't fit my needs as well as I originally thought.

 

[feuenglace]

I've decided as well. I'll be attending the University of South Florida in the fall. 😀 Any potential classmates on here???

So why did I decide so early? I guess it seemed silly to me to hold out for the two interviews I had upcoming at schools I was only midly interested in, when I had an admission and fellowship offer from the school that I'd liked best from the start. (Also, neither of the two upcoming interview programs had as good a research reputation or funding opportunities, making my decision a great deal easier). Also, it only seemed fair to release those interview spots and other admission offers to applicants who are waitlisted, since I knew I would not be matriculating to those programs... (So if you're hoping to interview at Suffolk or Nova Southeastern, or are waitlisted at Northern Illinois, Catholic University, or UT Southwestern, there's one less competitor for a spot. 😛)

I feel so relieved that finally, FINALLY, this crazy process is coming to a conclusion. I had applied before, without such successful results, and its such a weight off my shoulders to know that I can begin to figure out my future... Best of luck to everyone else out there, still interviewing and weighing options and waiting and waiting... My heart goes out to you!!!

 

[psychgal]

I have decided as well. I accepted Baylor which was my first choice school. I was accepted to several clinical PhD programs with full funding but I really felt my perfect fit was Baylor (PsyD with full funding). I just found out last night. I am thrilled beyond words. Many of you were supportive through my journey. Thanks and I hope you will be posting your exciting news soon as well. 🙂

 

[mpino]

congrats!!

 

[JatPenn]

congrats, all

 

[Forensic M.S.]

I made my final choice. I will be attending Northeastern University for a Master of Science in counseling psychology with a concentration in forensic counseling. I decided it was a more rigorous course, had a better location, and reputation overall. I fell prey once again to the assets of a large university. I am glad it's practice oriented though. 😎 It was one hell of a ride and the nightmare is finally over. Congrats and good luck to everyone for the fall.

 

[Jon4PsyD]

Forensic,
It's been good reading your posts and keeping in contact through this process. Unfortunately it's not over for me as no Masters programs I applied to are deciding until the next 2 weeks, but CONGRATS! I've been to Northeastern quite a few times (and was accepted their as an undergraduate). The school is beautiful and in an amazing location.. you're going to have a wonderful experience.

 

[clinpsychgirl]

I'm so happy to hear that the posters have found such great matches.

Forensic, I went to school in Boston as an undergrad and ABSOLUTELY loved it! You will have a blast. Your story is a good example too, of how things have a way of working themselves out for the best. Your placement sounds perfect for you!

Psychgal, your placement sounds amazing. Congrats on getting into all of those programs and landing a PsyD with full funding and staying true to what you love. You get the best of both worlds- a great match and financial aid! YAY.

feuenglace, you must be so excited- What a great program (in a great location)! I work with someone who went to UofSF and she absolutely LOVED it. She also got a top notch internship at Columbia U!

and konrad, I suppose I will congratulate you too😉

I'm still in the deciding process... I hope to be posting on this board SOON with my decision. I hope it works out as well for me as it has for all of you🙂

 

[smrt_n_frndly]

I have decided to attend University of Arizona in the fall.

I guess I didn't have too much choice as it was the only place I interviewed and was offered admission. I really have to echo what clinicalpsychgirl said though, things do have a way of working themselves out!

Initially I was apprehensive about Tucson and the program in general but once I went for the interview I not only absolutely loved the school and program but the laid back lifestyle that area would provide. I almost see this as fate not forcing me to make a choice (though I am sure my ego would have appreciated the option).

Anyways, I wish everyone else good luck in their decision making process and I hope at the end of this hellish season you find yourself where you will be happiest!

Also, thanks to people for being so candid about their struggles with the admissions process, it made it easier having people to identify with.

 

[Psychbird]

I will be attending the University at Buffalo Counseling program, and I'm psyched as it was my first choice from the beginning. Congratulations, everyone. I am SO glad to have this process behind me, though now it's time to face moving and all the fun that comes with that! Forensic - I live in Boston now, so feel free to PM me anytime if you want any insight on where to live, stuff to do, etc. And congratulations, Northeastern is a great school and great program.

 

[UMAPsych]

I will be attending the University of Vermont's clinical PhD program this fall!!!

Congratulations everyone!

 

[Oliver05]

That's great! I'm an alternate at UVM and I absolutely LOVE it. May I ask who you will be working with? I hope to see you there in the fall!

I will be attending the University of Vermont's clinical PhD program this fall!!!

Congratulations everyone!

 

[mmonte4]

baylor's psyD is FULLY funded? I thought it was only partial funding

 

[perfektspace]

baylor's psyD is FULLY funded? I thought it was only partial funding

Pretty sure it is. Very competive, excellent reputation. It was the only Psy.D I applied to and I was sorry not to get an interview.

 

[PsychMode]

Congratulations everyone. Congrats feuenglace. I probably met you and a few others here at the interview. (I'm an alternate there.)

Again congrats everyone!!!

 

[psychgal]

baylor's psyD is FULLY funded? I thought it was only partial funding

Yes, Baylor gives tuition remission and a pretty generous stipend for all 4 years. They only accept six students so that's probably why they have better funding. You also have paid practicums so that is part of the overall financial package. I ended up being accepted to seven programs- 4 PhD's and 3 PsyD's. Five programs were fully funded. Baylor seemed to have amazing student cohesion, with incredible professors and so I surprised myself and went for a PsyD as my first choice school. I truly feel like Cinderella right now...I thought I would be lucky just to get in one program (and I would have been). Congratulations to everyone-many who have gotten there first choice. For those of you still waiting stay hopeful.

 

[Rxxx]

I got admitted from University of denver and wayne State, Detroit. I have accepted the offer from Wayne state since i like the kind of work being done there.

 

[mmcarson]

I have decided on Drexel University, Clinical PhD with neuropsych track. I am really excited to move to Philadelphia!! Anyone else starting there next fall?

 

[feuenglace]

Congratulations everyone. Congrats feuenglace. I probably met you and a few others here at the interview. (I'm an alternate there.)

Again congrats everyone!!!

Best of luck, PsychMode! I'll keep my fingers crossed for you (unless there's somewhere else you like better 🙂 ). Hopefully see you in the fall!

 

[novafalls]

I have decided on Drexel University, Clinical PhD with neuropsych track. I am really excited to move to Philadelphia!! Anyone else starting there next fall?

Hey, I am starting the Drexel Clinical PhD program this Sept too! =) I'll be on the CBT track. Where are you from? I wonder if we met, did you interview on the Friday or Monday?

 

[SaraL124]

Hey, I am starting the Drexel Clinical PhD program this Sept too! =) I'll be on the CBT track. Where are you from? I wonder if we met, did you interview on the Friday or Monday?

Congrats to both of you! I'm a first year at Drexel and I love it. PM me with any questions.

 

[Mell-Dogg]

Hi everyone!

Congratulations for all your successes! I just received my second offer and am seeking advice. I have offers from the Univ of Missouri -St. Louis (UMSL) and from KU. The students in both programs seemed really happy and there is some interesting work being done at both. With regards to interests, I have a slight leaning toward UMSL, but KU is a top tier Carnegie Research University while UMSL is not. When it comes to looking for academic positions 5 or 6 years down the road, how much will this R-I designation matter? Thanks everyone and congrats again!

Melinda

 

[mmcarson]

Hey, I am starting the Drexel Clinical PhD program this Sept too! =) I'll be on the CBT track. Where are you from? I wonder if we met, did you interview on the Friday or Monday?

Congrats!! I am coming from New York, and I went to the Friday interview. Were you at the social? PM me if you want to talk about the fall 🙂

 

[clinpsychgirl]

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[psychgrrl]

Well, the time has come for me to post my final decision 😀

I will be attending Virginia Tech's PhD program in clinical psychology this fall!

Destiny really has a funny way of working itself out- not only do I love the area, the research, and the program, but my partner of 6 years will be at Tech too! I am thrilled about it!

Thanks to everyone for the support. I wish you all the best of luck🙂

CONGRATS clinpsychgirl! thats wonderful. best of luck to you and everyone else.

 

[psychgal]

Well, the time has come for me to post my final decision 😀

I will be attending Virginia Tech's PhD program in clinical psychology this fall!

Destiny really has a funny way of working itself out- not only do I love the area, the research, and the program, but my partner of 6 years will be at Tech too! I am thrilled about it!

Thanks to everyone for the support. I wish you all the best of luck🙂

Congratulations! They seem to have a great program. Virginia is such a beautiful state to live in. I hope you love your program. Thanks for all the support you've shown to me through the process.

 

[bigmood]

I'm headed to U of Florida! Seems like very few people in this forum are going to southern schools, but if anyone is, I'd love to know future classmates.

 

[butterfli73]

I can finally post that I will be going to Penn State University on the child track. 🙂 It was a long, awful process and I know some of you are still enduring it. But at least in 2 weeks it will all be over. Thanks everyone for being so supportive through all this and good luck!! 😛


Now onto the next obstacle... finding an apartment....

 

[psyguy82]

I would like to say congrats to everyone who has made a decision and thank you for posting such great information through every stage of this process. I will be accepting an offer from University of Memphis for their clinical PhD program. Should be an interesting change of pace since I have spent the last 6 years in the Northeast.

 

[ClinApp]

I think Penn State's child clinical program is excellent - I really enjoyed them when I interviewed there last year, and their focus on developmental psychopathology is relatively rare (I ended up going to another program with a slightly better research match, though, but not as strong a child focus). I found the faculty really impressive. With whom will you be working?

 

[bigmood]

I would like to say congrats to everyone who has made a decision and thank you for posting such great information through every stage of this process. I will be accepting an offer from University of Memphis for their clinical PhD program. Should be an interesting change of pace since I have spent the last 6 years in the Northeast.

You will love Memphis. I'm from MS and visit often. The best BBQ and food in general, Beale St., AND an awesome music scene...not that you'll have time for it 🙂

 

[butterfli73]

I think Penn State's child clinical program is excellent - I really enjoyed them when I interviewed there last year, and their focus on developmental psychopathology is relatively rare (I ended up going to another program with a slightly better research match, though, but not as strong a child focus). I found the faculty really impressive. With whom will you be working?

Thanks! I agree with you about the focus on developmental psychopathology, it was definitely one of the qualities of the program that drew me in. Ginger Moore will be my mentor, she just tranferred there from Duke. They actually require you work with at least 2 faculty while you are there and I plan on also working with Pamela Cole. I am so excited to start! 😀

 

[Mell-Dogg]

My final decision is made and I'll be off to the University of Kansas in the fall!

 

[Ratch1980]

I will be attending Boston University's Clinical Psychology PhD program! It is SUCH a relief to finally know where I'll be in the Fall. I grew up in Boston, and my parents and brothers still live there; I'm really excited to be living near my family again after 8 years in the DC area. I can't wait!

 

[Psyclops]

I will be attending Boston University's Clinical Psychology PhD program! It is SUCH a relief to finally know where I'll be in the Fall. I grew up in Boston, and my parents and brothers still live there; I'm really excited to be living near my family again after 8 years in the DC area. I can't wait!

Wow, one of the chosen few. Congratulations, I think by numbers that is the hardest program to get into that I am aware of.

 

[clinpsychgirl]

I will be attending Boston University's Clinical Psychology PhD program! It is SUCH a relief to finally know where I'll be in the Fall. I grew up in Boston, and my parents and brothers still live there; I'm really excited to be living near my family again after 8 years in the DC area. I can't wait!

yay ratch! and everyone else🙂

it's amazing how things fall into place!!!

 

[butterfli73]

I will be attending Boston University's Clinical Psychology PhD program! It is SUCH a relief to finally know where I'll be in the Fall. I grew up in Boston, and my parents and brothers still live there; I'm really excited to be living near my family again after 8 years in the DC area. I can't wait!

Congratulations Ratch!!! I'm so happy for you, finally all your time and effort has paid off 🙂

And yes clinpschgirl I agree, things do fall into place somehow 😳

 

[Jon4PsyD]

Hey Guys:
Yesss!!! I finally get to post here. I thought it would never happen. Congratulations to all of you that have been accepted into PhD/PsyD/Masters programs!!

I have chosen to accept the offer I received from Pace University and will enter their M.S. in Counseling Psychology program this fall!!

Let me tell you, when I started this process and had my handful of PsyD programs picked out as well as a couple Masters programs, I thought if I ended up going for a masters I'd be really let down. But I'm actually so proud of myself. After losing the majority of my eyesight (to a rare genetic optic neuropathy) sophomore year to where I've come now, just making it into a graduate school is somewhat of a miracle and something I never could've imagined when everything started happening to me.

I still haven't heard from two programs, but because of my disability I got a lot of talk over the phone and email of the professors at these programs almost talking me out of going to their schools ("We've never had a blind person complete the program, this will be a monumental task for you, maybe you should look at Social Work."). After speaking with people at Pace, and hearing so many good things about their program, and feeling WANTED and like me being in their program could be something special, it's where I want to go. If I get into those other schools, I get the feeling I'd have to do what I've had to do these past 3 years at the undergraduate level, literally FIGHT for every accommodation under the sun. And I dont want that. Im so excited about this program and its ability to lead toward advancement at the PhD or PsyD level.

Again, congratulations to all who have been accepted you all have SO much to be proud of!! I'm glad I had your posts to keep me going and it helped having other people go through this WITH me!!

Jon

 

[PsychMode]

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[PsychMode]

Hey Guys:
Yesss!!! I finally get to post here. I thought it would never happen. Congratulations to all of you that have been accepted into PhD/PsyD/Masters programs!!

I have chosen to accept the offer I received from Pace University and will enter their M.S. in Counseling Psychology program this fall!!

Let me tell you, when I started this process and had my handful of PsyD programs picked out as well as a couple Masters programs, I thought if I ended up going for a masters I'd be really let down. But I'm actually so proud of myself. After losing the majority of my eyesight (to a rare genetic optic neuropathy) sophomore year to where I've come now, just making it into a graduate school is somewhat of a miracle and something I never could've imagined when everything started happening to me.

I still haven't heard from two programs, but because of my disability I got a lot of talk over the phone and email of the professors at these programs almost talking me out of going to their schools ("We've never had a blind person complete the program, this will be a monumental task for you, maybe you should look at Social Work."). After speaking with people at Pace, and hearing so many good things about their program, and feeling WANTED and like me being in their program could be something special, it's where I want to go. If I get into those other schools, I get the feeling I'd have to do what I've had to do these past 3 years at the undergraduate level, literally FIGHT for every accommodation under the sun. And I dont want that. Im so excited about this program and its ability to lead toward advancement at the PhD or PsyD level.

Again, congratulations to all who have been accepted you all have SO much to be proud of!! I'm glad I had your posts to keep me going and it helped having other people go through this WITH me!!

Jon

Congratulations!! I'm happy for you. The perseverance paid off!

 

[s3v_Clinical]

Hi all,
butterfli is right...everything does fall into place. I did not think that I would get in this year, as I was waitlisted at two schools and it was coming down to the wire...but I got my call yesterday, April 12th!! I will be attending George Mason University. I really love it there!

 

[MidwestPsyD]

Hey everyone-- I know that this is my first post but I wanted to say that I have decided to attend Wright State in the fall. Good luck to everyone on the waiting lists and hopefully you will all hear great news in the next couple of days!

 

[joetro]

I'm taking a funded Masters of Neuroscience at Oxford next year, and I plan to re-apply to a few schools. So I'll be trolling this board for a while!

Good luck to all.

 

[positivepsych]

I'm taking a funded Masters of Neuroscience at Oxford next year, and I plan to re-apply to a few schools. So I'll be trolling this board for a while!

Good luck to all.

Congrats! You should definately travel while you're there. Flights to anywhere in Europe are cheap from London.

 

[joetro]

Thanks; I studied there too last year and got to do some traveling, so I hope to do a little more.