Hello! I've been a long-time reader but my application cycle is quickly approaching so I've got a question for which I'm looking for input. I'm finishing my junior year and applying in the '15-'16 cycle, and I'll have some free time in late summer/fall 2015.
I want to use this time to better my application, and from where it stands I see two options. I have the opportunity to be an Anatomy lab TA, or I could spend this time pursuing another setting for PT volunteer experience.
Which of these options would be more valuable in terms of both improving me as a future PT student and as an applicant? Furthermore, would I be able to include activities such as this as 'planned' or something when I apply - if I'm certain I'll be doing them but won't have them done yet? Not quite sure how this works and couldn't find anything definite in previous posts.
Here's how my application is shaping up; so I appreciate any other input as well.
University: Penn State University (University Park)
Major: Kinesiology
Overall GPA: 3.87
Pre-req GPA: ~3.91
GRE: 157 Q, 162 V, 5.5 AW
Extra-Curric: Work w/ professor on course development for Neuroanatomy class, Kinesiology club & college honor society, Movement Promotion seminars for Sedentary Careers, 300+ hours working as a personal trainer on PSU Strength & Fitness Staff
Volunteer: 300+ hrs outpatient, 70 hrs inpatient
Thanks!
I want to use this time to better my application, and from where it stands I see two options. I have the opportunity to be an Anatomy lab TA, or I could spend this time pursuing another setting for PT volunteer experience.
Which of these options would be more valuable in terms of both improving me as a future PT student and as an applicant? Furthermore, would I be able to include activities such as this as 'planned' or something when I apply - if I'm certain I'll be doing them but won't have them done yet? Not quite sure how this works and couldn't find anything definite in previous posts.
Here's how my application is shaping up; so I appreciate any other input as well.
University: Penn State University (University Park)
Major: Kinesiology
Overall GPA: 3.87
Pre-req GPA: ~3.91
GRE: 157 Q, 162 V, 5.5 AW
Extra-Curric: Work w/ professor on course development for Neuroanatomy class, Kinesiology club & college honor society, Movement Promotion seminars for Sedentary Careers, 300+ hours working as a personal trainer on PSU Strength & Fitness Staff
Volunteer: 300+ hrs outpatient, 70 hrs inpatient
Thanks!