GPA's, GRE's, XTRA's, ACCEPTANCES

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scgirl2017 said:
Hey I am a current OTD student but I went through the application process last year while finishing up my Masters of Public Health. If you have any questions, then I may be able to help!
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I was just wondering how much do they take into consideration that you already have your masters? I had a considerable low GPA as an undergrad but I will be finishing up my masters in May. Also, did you get into most of the schools you applied to?
 
FutureOT1995 said:
I was just wondering how much do they take into consideration that you already have your masters? I had a considerable low GPA as an undergrad but I will be finishing up my masters in May. Also, did you get into most of the schools you applied to?
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I can't speak to how much they take into consideration that I already have my masters but I do think it helped. Also, I gained OT specific research experience as my capstone for my masters and a LOR from an OT school director because of this. I think it probably varies how schools consider the masters degree. Also, I am the only student in my class that has a masters. I got in to all of the schools I applied to except Boston. Also, I didn't finish applications until mid-November and in hind sight wish I would have applied to places earlier.
 
SLOSU1010 said:
I have a video interview with Boston University this week, and I'm nervous because I have no idea what they are like! What was yours like? Your stats look great, and congrats on getting your GRE up so much! That's incredible!
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I am so sorry I am just now seeing this. Mine was a video essay. I had the opportunity to edit it and then I was required to post on youtube (as unlisted). They asked some pretty tough questions, but I had time to develop my responses before I answered. Best of luck to you as I know Boston University is a top school!!
 
Hi All! I've been watching this thread for awhile and now I'm excited to post my stats! I am the perfect example of how GPA/GRE SCORES ARE NOT EVERYTHING!

Undergraduate University: University of California, San Diego
Degree: Public Health, Minor: Cognitive Science
Cumulative Undergrad GPA: 3.08 (Did not take college seriously until I realized I wanted to go to grad school and by then it was too late lol)
OTCAS GPA: 3.13
Prerequisite GPA: 3.7-3.8
GRE: 148 V 151 Q 4 AW

Applying to: AT Still, Midwestern, Stanbridge, University of St. Augustine San Marcos, Loma Linda, Samuel Merritt, Chatham

Misc: Currently work as a Research Data Coordinator at a perinatology and pregnancy research center, Volunteered in Mexico with a OT/PT/SLP Triage throughout the year, ABA Therapist for 6 months, Worked in multiple research labs, Study abroad ambassador for the University of Sussex in England, Executive position for the Panhellenic Council at my university

Observation experience:
- 85 hours in peds from 3 different settings (this was all that was available that worked with my schedule)

Acceptances: AT Still (11/13) , St. Augustine (12/6)

Rejections:

Interviews: AT Still (11/3), St. Augustine (11/17), Samuel Merritt (1/13 Will be turning this down interview down)

Attending: University of St. Augustine!

This past year I've been working full time and finishing my last couple prerequisites (physio, physics, and developmental psych) as a full time student as well and I've never been more stressed lol but it's paid off!

To be honest, my stats are not impressive AT ALL and I did not I think I would even get interviews let alone get accepted anywhere this cycle. I even planned to retake the GRE thinking I would not get accepted. But I worked really hard on my personal statement and I killed my interviews because I knew I looked mediocre on paper. Again, YOUR STATS DO NOT DEFINE YOU AND NUMBERS ARE NOT EVERYTHING!
 
Has anyone heard from Usciences yet in the last few weeks? I know they're backed up on apps but the wait is killing me
 
Aot007 said:
Has anyone heard from Usciences yet in the last few weeks? I know they're backed up on apps but the wait is killing me
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I haven’t yet!
 
xalexisxOT said:
Hi All! I've been watching this thread for awhile and now I'm excited to post my stats! I am the perfect example of how GPA/GRE SCORES ARE NOT EVERYTHING!

Undergraduate University: University of California, San Diego
Degree: Public Health, Minor: Cognitive Science
Cumulative Undergrad GPA: 3.08 (Did not take college seriously until I realized I wanted to go to grad school and by then it was too late lol)
OTCAS GPA: 3.13
Prerequisite GPA: 3.7-3.8
GRE: 148 V 151 Q 4 AW

Applying to: AT Still, Midwestern, Stanbridge, University of St. Augustine San Marcos, Loma Linda, Samuel Merritt, Chatham

Misc: Currently work as a Research Data Coordinator at a perinatology and pregnancy research center, Volunteered in Mexico with a OT/PT/SLP Triage throughout the year, ABA Therapist for 6 months, Worked in multiple research labs, Study abroad ambassador for the University of Sussex in England, Executive position for the Panhellenic Council at my university

Observation experience:
- 85 hours in peds from 3 different settings (this was all that was available that worked with my schedule)

Acceptances: AT Still (11/13) , St. Augustine (12/6)

Rejections:

Interviews: AT Still (11/3), St. Augustine (11/17), Samuel Merritt (1/13 Will be turning this down interview down)

Attending: University of St. Augustine!

This past year I've been working full time and finishing my last couple prerequisites (physio, physics, and developmental psych) as a full time student as well and I've never been more stressed lol but it's paid off!

To be honest, my stats are not impressive AT ALL and I did not I think I would even get interviews let alone get accepted anywhere this cycle. I even planned to retake the GRE thinking I would not get accepted. But I worked really hard on my personal statement and I killed my interviews because I knew I looked mediocre on paper. Again, YOUR STATS DO NOT DEFINE YOU AND NUMBERS ARE NOT EVERYTHING!
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What was St. Augustine's interview like if you don't mind sharing?
 
OTfromTexas said:
What was St. Augustine's interview like if you don't mind sharing?
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The interview was really casual! I liked it because even though it was a group interview, it was very intimate, in a professor's office, and it just felt like we were having a conversation. It really felt more like a discussion than an interview and I often agreed a lot with my peers and didn't feel like I was competing against them.
 
Hello,
I just want to share my first interview experience with Texas Tech for their summer 2018 MOT program.
I finished applying to OTCAS on mid Aug. I got an interview offer on Oct. for Nov. 11. However, slots for the date have completely filled up the next day, so I was rescheduled for 12/08.
Tip 1: reply as soon as you can and within the day that you got the letter for the interview.
- Interview day
Part 1: Program overview and faculty introductions
Part 2: group activity
Part 3: Group A' s individual interview. After A is done Group B will be interviewed, while group A goes on a tour.
Part 4: Extra time to ask questions.

Tip 2: Day of interview. Showcase that you work well with a group. Have good reasons when explaining how your group work it all out.
Tip 3: Be confident in the individualized interview. Have some personal examples ready, and be free to put details as much as you can. Make sure you have a question ready for the professor just in case, such as about their research or the class that they teach. So, listen to their introduction.

Lastly: be yourself and enjoy the experience
Good luck future students!!!
 
Anyone heard from Brenau? It has been like 8 weeks since my interview... or anyone have any advice on if I should call or not?
 
Well I didn't get into USciences, I had to contact Aimee about my decision. Good luck to everyone else waiting though!
 
Hi guys! I heard back from WashU (St. Louis) last week! Anyone else?
 
AIB23 said:
congrats! Do you mind sharing your stats and when you applied?
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Thank you!! I submitted my application late August-ish. Here are my stats:

Undergraduate University: The Ohio State University
Degree: Human Development & Family Sciences w/a minor in Psychology (graduating in 3 years)
Cumulative GPA (not completed yet) 3.99
Prerequisite GPA 4.0
GRE: Here are a couple of my retakes...I took it a total of 3 times:
V: 154 Q:161 W:6.0
V:157 Q:159 W: 5.0

Applying to: Ohio State, Rush U, WashU in St.Louis, Boston U, UPitt, & University of Toledo --> All OTD programs

Work:
-Daycare assistant for 1 year
-Lab Assistant for students with disabilities (3 years)
-Undergraduate research assistant in Human development and family studies (1 year)
-Student intern at a program for underprivileged families that works through the hospital on campus (1 year)
-full-time Nanny for 4 summers

Volunteer/Extracurriculars:
- 3 years as president/secretary for the Special Olympics club at OSU (includes the 3 years of volunteer work)
- 1 year as vice president of a volunteer club working with local organizations to support families, the elderly, etc.
- took a 2 week service/leadership trip to Costa Rica
- Member of the pre-OT club (1 year)
- Co-ed indoor soccer participant (3 years)
- Community group leader for my service trip (lead discussions, service projects, etc.)
- University ambassador for the program that took me on my service trip (I encourage students to attend service trips through them)

Observation experience (total--100ish):
-100 total in pediatric, rehabilitation, neurorehabilitation, and geriatric settings (inpatient + outpatient for all)

Misc: CPR/AED certified, Honors student, graduating a year early for financial reasons

References:
-an occupational therapist I shadowed for four months
-my boss for my job working with students with disabilities
-one of my honors professors
-the doctor running the research project that I worked on

I'm waiting for my final grades for this semester to come out so that I can send in a prerequisite grade to UPitt...they said that they'll review my application after it's sent.

Admitted: University of Toledo (9/14/17), WashU St. Louis (12/7/17)

Interviews: Boston U (12/8/17), Rush (declined interview), Ohio State (12/9/17)

Rejections:
 
Has anyone heard anything from the University of Alabama-Birmingham?
 
AIB23 said:
congrats! Do you mind sharing your stats and when you applied?
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University: University of Portland
  1. Major: Psychology
    Minor: Neuroscience
    Overall GPA: (OTCAS) 3.49
    Last 60 credits GPA: 3.75
    Pre-Req GPA: Around a 3.8 depending on the school
    GRE 1: 157V, 154Q , AW:4.5
    GRE 2: 156V, 158Q, AW: 5.0

    Current Work: Behavioral Therapist at the Center for Autism and Related Disorder's

    Observation/Volunteer hours: Autism Clinic volunteer (154 hr), Providence Sports Center (14 hr), Armwork hand therapy (8 hr), Advanced Pediatric therapies (72 hr), Orthopedic clinic (111 hr), Albertina Kerr (20 hr), Battle Ground Healthcare (142 and continuing).
    Total hours: 521 hours total

    LOR: A professor from my senior year, my OTL/R mentor who I have been working with for over a year and am currently conducting research with, the OTL/R that I worked under at the orthopedic clinic.

    Applied to: Midwestern-Downers Grove, San Jose State, Cleveland State, Washington University, Midwestern-Glendale, Touro University Nevada, University of Illinois at Chicago


    Acceptances:Cleveland State (12/5), Wash U (12/7)

    Rejections:None yet but I haven't heard from UIC so not super hopeful lol

    Interviews:Midwestern-Gelndale
 
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Undergraduate University: The Ohio State University
Degree: Human Development & Family Sciences w/a minor in Psychology
Cumulative GPA (not completed yet) 3.99
Prerequisite GPA 4.0
GRE:
1st time--V:157 Q:150 W:5.0
2nd time--V: 154 Q:161 W:6.0
3rd time--V:157 Q:159 W: 5.0

Applying to: Ohio State, Rush U, WashU in St.Louis, Boston U, UPitt, & University of Toledo

Work:
-Daycare assistant for 1 year
-Lab Assistant for students with disabilities (3 years)
-Undergraduate research assistant in Human development and family studies (1 year)
-Student intern at a program for underprivileged families that works through the hospital on campus (1 year)
-full-time Nanny for 4 summers

Volunteer/Extracurriculars:
- 3 years as president/secretary for the Special Olympics club at OSU (includes the 3 years of volunteer work)
- 1 year as vice president of a volunteer club working with local organizations to support families, the elderly, etc.
- took a 2 week service/leadership trip to Costa Rica
- Member of the pre-OT club (1 year)
- Co-ed indoor soccer participant (3 years)
- Community group leader for my service trip (lead discussions, service projects, etc.)
- University ambassador for the program that took me on my service trip (I encourage students to attend service trips through them)

Observation experience (total--100ish):
-100 total in pediatric, rehabilitation, neurorehabilitation, and geriatric settings (inpatient + outpatient for all)

Misc: CPR/AED certified, Honors student, graduating a year early for financial reasons

References:
-an occupational therapist I shadowed for four months
-my boss for my job working with students with disabilities
-one of my honors professors
-the doctor running the research project that I worked on

I'm a bit nervous because I had one less year to work on improving my resume/earning more observation hours, but I'm hoping for the best! Realistically, I would love to go to OSU because I don't think I can afford to go out of state, but OSU's program is ridiculously competitive, so we'll see what happens!

Admitted: University of Toledo (9/14/17), WashU St. Louis (12/7/17), Ohio State (12/13,17), BostonU (12/20)

Interviews: Boston U (12/8), Rush U (declined interview), Ohio State (12/9/17)

Rejections:

Attending: THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY!!! 🙂
 
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Has anyone who interviewed at Ohio State heard back yet?
 
Has anyone had an interview with Midwestern University in Arizona? Any insight on how it went?
 
OTisforme9 said:
Anyone heard from Brenau? It has been like 8 weeks since my interview... or anyone have any advice on if I should call or not?
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Hey! I interviewed with Brenau for their Norcross hybrid program on November 13th (not sure when interviews started) but they told us we should know by Christmas or at least the new year. I have a friend that interviewed with them before I did and already got accepted. So we'll see.
 
Lwc456 said:
Congrats! Did you guys get emails?
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Thank you!! Yes we did, it was from "gpaadmissions" so be on the lookout for that. If you didn't receive one, then it doesn't mean you didn't get in. It might just mean they are waiting until the next interview session to admit the next group of kids. Good luck!
 
Hey everyone! I'm a first time applicant.

Bachelors degree: Health
GPA: 3.80
Pre-req GPA: 3.75-3.85
GRE: V 152 Q 147 W 4.5
Volunteer: 186 hours in outpatient pediatrics, inpatient adults, home health, hippotherapy
Internship: Student intern at a school for young adults with disabilities seeking independence
Certification: BLS CPR and AED through the AHA
Extra: OT club
Job: Medical scribe at a doctor's office (1 year)

INTERVIEWS: Texas Tech (12/08), UTHSC San Antonio (12/19), TWU (1/11)
ACCEPTANCE:
REJECTION:

Good luck to everyone applying!
 
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Did anyone else get into rush today?
 
University: DePaul University
Major: Psychology with a concentration in Human Development, Minor in Spanish
Overall GPA: 3.75
Pre-Req GPA: 3.8
GRE: 311

Extra-Curric:
-Secretary of Spectrum DePaul during college
-A year and a half working as a behavioral therapist with kids on the autism spectrum ranging in ages from 5 years old to 17

Volunteer:
-volunteer at a peds OT clinic, I picked up a student after school once a week and walked her to the OT clinic down the street and spent an hour helping her complete her "chores" and homework before her therapy session began
-tutor at 826Chi focusing on literacy with Chicago youth
-research volunteer at my university on a research project studying chronic fatigue syndrome in kids

Shadowing:
-approximately 100 hours combined between a skilled nursing facility, hospital (in patient and out patient), a peds clinic focusing on the floortime method of therapy, another peds clinic, a public elementary school, and a upper extremity therapist

Letters:
-one from an OT that I volunteered with
-two from two different BCBA's that I worked with for over a year

Other:
-CPR/First Aid certified
-Crisis Prevention Intervention certified

Acceptances: Rush (just found out today! most likely attending!) and Huntington

Rejections: none so far

Interviews: Rush, Huntington, and Indiana Wesleyan (rejected interview)

Have not heard back from:
Midwestern (IL), Maryville University, St. Ambrose, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee, and Indiana State University

Last year I was waitlisted at Midwestern University and did not get in anywhere else. I spent my year working, increasing my observation hours, and taking additional prereqs. Don't give up!!
 
future0t0906 said:
University: DePaul University
Major: Psychology with a concentration in Human Development, Minor in Spanish
Overall GPA: 3.75
Pre-Req GPA: 3.8
GRE: 311

Extra-Curric:
-Secretary of Spectrum DePaul during college
-A year and a half working as a behavioral therapist with kids on the autism spectrum ranging in ages from 5 years old to 17

Volunteer:
-volunteer at a peds OT clinic, I picked up a student after school once a week and walked her to the OT clinic down the street and spent an hour helping her complete her "chores" and homework before her therapy session began
-tutor at 826Chi focusing on literacy with Chicago youth
-research volunteer at my university on a research project studying chronic fatigue syndrome in kids

Shadowing:
-approximately 100 hours combined between a skilled nursing facility, hospital (in patient and out patient), a peds clinic focusing on the floortime method of therapy, another peds clinic, a public elementary school, and a upper extremity therapist

Letters:
-one from an OT that I volunteered with
-two from two different BCBA's that I worked with for over a year

Other:
-CPR/First Aid certified
-Crisis Prevention Intervention certified

Acceptances: Rush (just found out today! most likely attending!) and Huntington

Rejections: none so far

Interviews: Rush, Huntington, and Indiana Wesleyan (rejected interview)

Have not heard back from:
Midwestern (IL), Maryville University, St. Ambrose, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee, and Indiana State University

Last year I was waitlisted at Midwestern University and did not get in anywhere else. I spent my year working, increasing my observation hours, and taking additional prereqs. Don't give up!!
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Yay! See you at Rush!
 
Recieved a voicemail from a professor at MGH today saying that they'd like to interview me in early February and that I would get more specifics shortly! 🙂 nice way to begin the weekend!

OTfromBC said:
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Figured I should finally add mine!

University: Boston College (2017)
Major: Communications
Overall GPA: 3.63
Pre-Req GPA: ~3.85 depending, still need A&P II, taking in the spring
GRE: 168 Verbal, 160 Q, 4.5 AW

Extracurriculars: Resident Assistant for 2 years, Research Fellow for comm professor and Research Assistant for marketing research department, summer internships (Client Services, Marketing Research), Media Chair for culture club one semester, campus rep for clothing brand one semester, student admissions program "Eagle for a Day" guide, current Paraprofessional in special education preschool (Aug 2017 until June 2018)

Volunteer: OT volunteer in a public school for children with multiple disabilities (~50 hours), OT volunteer at children's hospital (~50 hours), Shadowing - 2 different Skilled Nursing Facilities (~25 hours)
~125 hours total OT-specific experience

LORs: OT who I worked with as a volunteer in the school, Comm professor I had for 2 classes and did research for over the course of 2 years, Resident Director (supervisor for my RA position for 2 years)

Applied: Tufts, Boston University, MGH, Columbia, Bay Path University, might apply to Western New England and NYU

Acceptances: none yet

Rejections: none yet

Interviews: Boston University (12/8), MGH IHP (professor in voicemail said early February)
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*This is my second time applying and I finally got accepted!*

Undergraduate University: George Mason University, 2016
Degree: Kinesiology
Cumulative GPA: 3.68
Prerequisite GPA 3.8 - 4.0 Depending
GRE: V: 150 Q: 151 AW: 3.5

Extra-Curric/Work:
400-hour internship at an outpatient physical therapy clinic
75-hour internship at a chiropractic/therapy clinic
150-hour internship at a fitness center
Rehab Technician at VCU Children's Hospital (Current)
Fitness Attendant at GMU
Member of GMU's Filipino Cultural Association

Volunteer/Shadowing:
Adult & Pediatrics Outpatient - 25 hours
Inpatient - 25 hours
Nursing home - 25 hours
Acute care - 5 hours

Applying: St. Augustine, JMU, Emory & Henry, Maryville, Midwestern AZ, Thomas Jefferson, Barry, Salus, West Coast, D'youville

Acceptances: University of St. Augustine

Rejections: Thomas Jefferson

Interviews: Emory & Henry (1/27)

Waitlist: Midwestern AZ, Salus
 
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Does anyone know any information about AIC’s program? I got accepted there today and wanted some information about the school before I put in my deposit.
 
Undergraduate University: University of Pittsburgh
Degree: Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science, currently enrolled in Masters of Science in Health, Physical Activity and Chronic Disease
Cumulative GPA Undergrad: 3.30 Masters: 3.75
Prerequisite GPA 3.4-3.8

Work:
-Graduate Student Assistant in Dept. of Health and Physical Activity
-Pediatric OT Rehab Aide
-The Children's Institute Adapted Physical Education Intern
-Senior Day YMCA Camp Counselor

Volunteer/Extracurriculars:
-UPMC Western Psychiatric and Clinic Research Student Assistant
-Delta Delta Delta Sorority Vice President of Public Relations and Membership Development Chairman
-Pittsburgh Dance Marathon Morale Team Member
-St. Jude Student Fundraiser

Observation Experience (1,066 hours total):
-OT Rehabilitation Aide - 700 hours
-Adapted OT Physical Education Intern - 305 hours
-Inpatient (Transitional Care/Acute Care/Cardiac ICU/Trauma ICU) - 61 hours

Misc: CPR/AED certified

References:
-Occupational therapist
-Undergraduate Academic Advisor and Undergrad/Masters Professor
-Assistant Professor and Internship Coordinator

Applying: NYU, Columbia, LIU Brooklyn, Seton Hall, Temple, USciences, Thomas Jefferson

Acceptances:

Rejections:

Interviews:

Any feedback or recommendations are greatly appreciated. What I lack in GPA and no GRE, I hope I compensate with in shadowing hours. Thanks in advance!
 
Wow! We have a lot of the same stats regarding GPA. I am also getting my masters right now and I applied to Usciences and Temple! Update us if you get into anywhere!

LTOT17 said:
Undergraduate University: University of Pittsburgh
Degree: Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science, currently enrolled in Masters of Science in Health, Physical Activity and Chronic Disease
Cumulative GPA Undergrad: 3.30 Masters: 3.75
Prerequisite GPA 3.4-3.8

Work:
-Graduate Student Assistant in Dept. of Health and Physical Activity
-Pediatric OT Rehab Aide
-The Children's Institute Adapted Physical Education Intern
-Senior Day YMCA Camp Counselor

Volunteer/Extracurriculars:
-UPMC Western Psychiatric and Clinic Research Student Assistant
-Delta Delta Delta Sorority Vice President of Public Relations and Membership Development Chairman
-Pittsburgh Dance Marathon Morale Team Member
-St. Jude Student Fundraiser

Observation Experience (1,066 hours total):
-OT Rehabilitation Aide - 700 hours
-Adapted OT Physical Education Intern - 305 hours
-Inpatient (Transitional Care/Acute Care/Cardiac ICU/Trauma ICU) - 61 hours

Misc: CPR/AED certified

References:
-Occupational therapist
-Undergraduate Academic Advisor and Undergrad/Masters Professor
-Assistant Professor and Internship Coordinator

Applying: NYU, Columbia, LIU Brooklyn, Seton Hall, Temple, USciences, Thomas Jefferson

Acceptances:

Rejections:

Interviews:

Any feedback or recommendations are greatly appreciated. What I lack in GPA and no GRE, I hope I compensate with in shadowing hours. Thanks in advance!
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OTtba said:
Hey! I am currently a senior at Slippery Rock and their OTD program looks like it's going to be awesome! I don't think you have much to worry about regarding your stats 🙂 I was also wondering about how long it takes to hear back form Chatham. My applications got verified on August 23rd. Good luck !!!
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I just graduated from SRU this past May in healthcare administration! After experience in the healthcare field and observing the benefits of OT on my family members with Parkinsons disease I decided to pursue this path. I went back this fall to talk to the director and I agree it sounds like it is going to be awesome! I am so excited to hopefully return to SRU 🙂
 
Hey guys! I was wondering for those of you who have been accepted into midwestern AZ's program, did they offer you a scholarship? I have an interview in a month and was accepted to a few other schools which would cost less and I am considered giving up my spot if they don't offer scholarships!
 
Accepted to BU with a scholarship :')

OTfromBC said:
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Figured I should finally add mine!

University: Boston College (2017)
Major: Communications
Overall GPA: 3.63
Pre-Req GPA: ~3.85 depending, still need A&P II, taking in the spring
GRE: 168 Verbal, 160 Q, 4.5 AW

Extracurriculars: Resident Assistant for 2 years, Research Fellow for comm professor and Research Assistant for marketing research department, summer internships (Client Services, Marketing Research), Media Chair for culture club one semester, campus rep for clothing brand one semester, student admissions program "Eagle for a Day" guide, current Paraprofessional in special education preschool (Aug 2017 until June 2018)

Volunteer: OT volunteer in a public school for children with multiple disabilities (~50 hours), OT volunteer at children's hospital (~50 hours), Shadowing - 2 different Skilled Nursing Facilities (~25 hours)
~125 hours total OT-specific experience

LORs: OT who I worked with as a volunteer in the school, Comm professor I had for 2 classes and did research for over the course of 2 years, Resident Director (supervisor for my RA position for 2 years)

Applied: Tufts, Boston University, MGH, Columbia, Bay Path University, might apply to Western New England and NYU

Acceptances: Boston University (12/20)

Rejections: none yet

Interviews: Boston University (12/8), MGH IHP (professor in voicemail said early February)
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EDIT: Disregard, thought I was on the PT forum! They aren’t doing interviews . Sorry!!

xalexisxOT said:
Interviews: AT Still (11/3), St. Augustine (11/17), Samuel Merritt (1/13 Will be turning down
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I’m curious that you got an interview at Samuel Merritt, they aren’t giving interviews this year as far as I know!

Congrats on your acceptances though!
 
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angelcatherine10 said:
Hi everyone!
I'm currently in the process of applying to Occupational Therapy schools! I submitted my OTCAS application to Chatham, Slippery Rock, Shenandoah, Walsh and Ohio State! My OTCAS was verified a few weeks ago. I received an email from Chatham saying they are reviewing my application. I am also applying to Pitt, Gannon, Thomas Jefferson, and Virginia Commonwealth. I will be sending in Pitt's application soon for early admission.
Does anyone know how long it'll take to hear back from Chatham about an interview?
And can anyone give me some idea of the chance I have for getting in to any school?
Graduated from Duquesne University this past May with a degree in Psychology
Taking pre-requisites right now at community college. Got an A in A&P 1 and 2 this summer.
Cum GPA: 3.65
Pre-req GPA: I am still taking Human Growth and Development, Medical Term, and Physics (should get As in all 3) and have a current 3.85-3.9 pre-req GPA
Verbal GRE: 150
Quant GRE: 151
Writing GRE: 5.5
Volunteer Hours: 350 hours as an inpatient rehab aide (have 300 in progress/planned till May), 20 hours outpatient rehab, 8 hours outpatient/inpatient pediatrics OT, 140 hours volunteer hours at a hospital(patient interaction hours)
I'm very nervous since this is my first time applying. Hoping to stay in the Pittsburgh area with Pitt, Chatham and Slippery Rock being my top choices!
Thanks!
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UPDATE!
Got into Chatham today!
 
Kipperwok said:
I’m curious that you got an interview at Samuel Merritt, they aren’t giving interviews this year as far as I know!

Congrats on your acceptances though!
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Oh whoops! I’m on the wrong forum! Ignore that, so embarrassed!!!
 
Undergraduate University: University of Central Florida
Degree: Psychology Minor Cognitive Science
Cumulative GPA: 3.33 cum, 3.67 in Upper level courses
Prerequisite GPA 3.5 - 3.8
GRE: V: 160 Q: 157 AW: 4.0

Shadowing:
Certified Hand therapist 31 hours
trying to get 15-20 hours in peds before deadlines

Rec letters
A&P professor
OT shadow
Should i add my retail store manager or possibly from an old professor?

Extra/curricular
Research assistant in Industrial Organized Psychology Lab one year. Big Brothers big sisters mentor.

Applying: FIU, FGCU, Adventist, (St Augustine spring depending if I don't get accepted to any fall programs

Also have some unique life experiences I think I should mention in my personal statement. Was in inpatient rehab and outpatient rehab where I help from pt's and an Ot after a spinal injury.

Any feedback helps!
 
Hi guys! Does anyone have any thoughts on my chances of getting into a program with my stats? Being that I was a business major, I am nervous. I know it gives me a diverse perspective, especially with so much experience in the industry and around therapists/clinicians but still... Seeing posts on these forums gives me hope but is also discouraging as some stats are just so much better than mine. My first semester at SRU was a disaster because I was going through family issues at home and my grades fell as result. I wish I had been aware of what resources were available for emotional support or aware of the option available to withdraw from the course that was going to poorly affect my GPA. I plan to apply to the programs this summer when the applications open. Praying for the best outcome! I've never been so determined to reach a goal in my life.

Anyways, does anyone have advice on applying to OT schools in general (OTCAS, personal statement, application boosters)? Anything is appreciated!

Undergraduate University: Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

Major: Healthcare Administration and Management

Cum GPA: 3.27

Last 60 credit GPA: 3.7

Pre-req GPA: (in-progress)

GRE: Q: 142, V: 148 (Practice test score - have not taken actual test yet; I know it needs improved...I hate math, plus studying while working full time is so difficult right now)

Schools applying to: Slippery Rock, Chatham, Gannon, MUSC, Towson, Shenandoah, Salus, D’youville

Professional Experience: administrative intern in home health and rehab, administrative assistant for adult day health center organization, nursing home administration intern, health information coordinator for an adult day health center organization

Observation/Shadowing: 5 hours in pediatric inpatient rehabilitation, 5 hrs in pediatric outpatient rehabilitation, 50 volunteer hours in acute geriatric rehabilitation

Undergrad extracurricular: Future Healthcare Leaders Club member, Adapted Physical Activity Club member, American Marketing Association member, Intramural Soccer participant

MISC: CPR certified

LOR: 1 OT, 2 Professor, 1 supervisor
 
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