Hey guys, I’m trying to decide between a couple places and i really love one program and it works a lot better for me, but it is still in its pre-accreditation status. It has until 2026 to become accredited, which is when i would graduate. I was just wondering if anyone else has graduated from one of the pre-accredited programs and if you had any difficulty finding a job after graduating? Thanks so much in advance to everyone

I was accepted into mercy university's program first and immediately placed my deposit because I was not confident I would get into another program regardless of my 3.5 gpa and experience (Im starting to see how undergrad professors really discourage their students) I was recently accepted into the University of New havens program and would like to connect with individuals who graduated from that program. My husband has been so supportive and is waiting for me to make my decision so we can move closer to the school I decide to attend. Any help is welcomed. Thank you.

HELLPPPP!!! Took my test today & received NS!! Can someone tell me what this means? I also received my scores for the 3 categories. Is there a way to calculate late and get a raw score??

do you need your SLP-A license to apply for a masters program in speech pathology?

I have a BA in English, so I have a lot of prerequisites to complete. Many of the universities I've applied to have the option to complete these prerequisites during my graduate studies, whereas others have asked me to complete them before the school year starts. Therefore, it's become a habit of mine to ask during interviews about my prerequisites.

I had an interview today with a newer program, and the interview was 2 sections: The first section is the interviewers asking questions, and the second is a writing section with a surprise prompt. To be honest with you, the first section didn't go well: I wasn't prepared for their questions, it was clear I was nervous, and I didn't do as well as I wanted to. They gave me the chance to ask questions as well, and one of my questions was: "Do I need to have all my prerequisites completed before the semester starts?".

Interviewer #1 asked how many I had left, and I said 6. He was shocked and said I indicated that they were completed on my CSDCAS application, and I told him that's not true. He said that on his end, it looks like I've completed all my prerequesites, but then 2 minutes later said he was under the impression I was currently enrolled in a university getting them done. He then explained that they usually give exceptions for students that have 1 prerequisite left to enter the program, but he couldn't give me an exception for 6. He asked me to complete all of them before the fall semester, and I said, "okay, I'll do that."

Interviewer #2 asked Interviewer #1 if he wanted to send me the second Zoom link to start the second section of the interview, and Interviewer #1 said: "I don't think there's any need for that anymore. She has too many prerequisites to complete," then he addressed me and said, "Try to get them done this summer, and I hope you'll be ready to apply next year." I said okay, thanked them for the interview and left the meeting.

I told my mom what happened, and she got upset. She said that it was stupid of me to ask about my prerequisites, and I should've kept quiet until the fall semester; at that time, it would be their fault for accepting me, and they'd have no choice but to keep me in the program because I was truthful in my application, and they should've been more careful. She's basically saying I could've tricked my way into an acceptance had I kept quiet.

I think I did the right thing because I think nothing is really "forcing" them to keep me in the program, and they could very well just revoke my acceptance, and I'd have to wait another semester (and send out new applications) to start my graduate studies.

Besides that, is it weird that they cut the interview short? I'd imagine it's more professional to let me continue the interview then send me a rejection instead of not letting me continue the interview. If I had done better during the first section, would they have given me a better chance? Or was it a "she did bad on the questions anyway, AND she has 6 prerequisites to complete, so we shouldn't waste more time on her" situation?

Is it odd or wrong to ask for letter of recommendations 6-7 months in advance of grad school apps?

some faculty are incredibly burnt out and don’t put effort in their courses. one course consists of a professor reading from a word doc with no lecture slides or engaging information. supervisors are unsupportive and some are verbally abusive. don’t be fooled by the low acceptance rate and competitive program - it is running on fumes. the amount of disorganization that i have witnessed is insane. the higher ups ignore everything that’s going on with the insane power imbalances & power tripping happening between faculty and students... please stay away if you value your own sanity.

This is my first time applying (I graduate this summer) and as I’m new to this process, I want to see what you all did/what kind of experience you’ve had! I have a 3.93 GPA, am a 7 year dental assistant, have briefly volunteered with ASD and Down’s syndrome children, and am the Vice President of my NSSHLA organization. I had a speech delay as a child (I was slow in developing motor skills as well) so I’m hopeful I can include that in my statement of purpose (although that is kind of why I’m introverted-I was home schooled and I never received much social interaction since I was an only child 😅) I applied to get my RBT certification so would you all recommend that as good experience? I’m only applying to my dream school because it’s right where I live (all the other schools close to my area are like an hour away and I can’t afford to live closer to them) so I’m praying that I’ll be able to get in 💜

Hi does anyone have experience getting off the waitlist at Eastern Washington University? When did you hear back? Would it be a good idea to email regarding waitlist status?

I applied for my CCC's about 3.5 weeks ago, I know it says 6 weeks but my friends in other states have submitted their applications after me and have already heard back- should I be worried?

Does your medical externship placement matter? I want to be a strong applicant for CF medical placements (in the future) and I want to be prepared. Any advice or thoughts would be helpful- thanks!

Quick question: does it look bad when you were applying to grad schools that you took a gap year?

Help! Did I pass??? I have no idea

Hi!

I am in graduate school and I am learning about how to develop a bell curve based on fake evaluation scores. I understand the general principle of the bell curve, and how I would go about delivering the scores to the parent. However, how do you plot three standardized measures, including all of the subtests? Thats about 30 scores to plot which just seems way too overwhelming to look at for the parent and the SLP.

Would you skip all of the subtests and just plot all of the scores from the actual formal assessment? Part of my grade is submitting a bell curve showing plots with all of the scores on it, I am just so confused on how to do that, especially if i label all of the subtests with their names how do you do that without running out of room? An idea I had was printing out 3 bell curves and plotting the scores for each formal assessment on its own bell curve. Would that be doable? Anything helps!! Thank you so much!!

Hello everyone this is a long post so ignore if you want. I was put on probation during my practicum midterm evaluation. This is my second semester. After being placed in probation I abided by their feedback of what I had to improve on. However, then my practicum supervisor falsely accused me of taking a picture of him. He is male. I am female. I voiced my concerns to the program director why this false allegation made me uncomfortable. However it was dismissed. A week later we had some important assignments with approaching due dates. I sent my practicum supervisor 4 emails over the weekend regarding questions I had over the assignment. He then emailed the program director I was unprofessional and inappropriate for sending those 4 emails out. He ended up telling my program director that he does not want to return to the practicum. Can I be legally dismissed from my program over this or is it legal for him to not allow me to go back and finish out the practicum. I never imagined I would be in this situation so I don’t know what to think or say. Please advice thank you

I’m completing a second bachelors in CSD but I’m not eligible for financial aid this semester even though I haven’t hit the max borrowing amount. I don’t have a high enough credit score to get a private loan and I’m already working full-time to keep my family afloat. What options do I have??

I am on GWU waitlist, and still haven’t heard anything. Is this bad? Do I just assume I am not getting off the list? Has anyone heard anything??? I’m desperate

Anyone on the waitlist for Cal Baptist hear anything yet? The waiting is killing me!

This was my first application cycle and sadly I was denied from every school. I only applied to 4 but next year I definitely will apply to more. How could i possibly strengthen my application? I have been working as an slpa for almost a year now and I have volunteer and shadowing experience from undergrad. I graduated in 2023, my gpa was a 3.76. I don't have research experience. I plan to add more volunteer experience this next year, maybe in a hospital or SNF to get experience in the different settings of our field. But is this even enough? What else are some ways to help improve my overall application?

What’s a good idea for a summer job before grad school? I’m thinking something easier and less stressful to enjoy my last summer break ever, but is that a bad idea for my resume?

Open to opinions on either school or your personal experience? Trying to pick between the two and I’m torn about which route to go. CSUSMs post bacc seems the safer route as those prerequisites would transfer to more masters programs I am sure, but WCUs program is faster overall.

Background, changing careers due to staffing industry layoffs, worked in travel nursing. I have a degree in biology and I’m pursuing an online program because I have a 6 month old.

Thank you in advance!

Hi everyone! I committed to a school local to me about a week and a half ago. This local program is giving me a $20k scholarship and has a strong potential for a graduate assistantship, which could bring my tuition down even more.

However, I was recently offered 100% off tuition to the UO. I would be out of state and probably would need to take out loans for rent, food, fees, and miscellaneous things. This would be a little more expensive than the local school, in addition to being across the country from family.

I've lived in the same town for my entire life and would love to switch things up. On top of it, 100% off tuition at UO just sounds too good to not accept. I know people often recommend going with whatever is cheapest, which I agree with. I'm just excited at the idea of new surroundings and am very attracted to UO's program in general.

Anyone attending a program outside of their home state? Do you have any advice? Does anyone else have any advice in general? Thank you in advance!

What is the etiquette for checking waitlist status. Is it appropriate to email saying that I am still interested in their program? I just need to start planning an alternate route if I don’t get off the waitlist.

I will be starting grad school this summer (yay!) and will need to take an online aural rehab course at another university since my school for undergrad didn’t offer it at the undergrad level. My school sent me a couple ideas (Ohio State, ENMU, and Utah State). Did anyone take this class online from any of these universities, and how was it? Or are any other universities you recommend taking it from?

Has anyone heard from or applied to the CSUN Bridge program? The application closed on May 5.

Hi everyone!

I just turned 29 last month. A bit of background, I graduated college 2017 with a BA in Sociology but took science courses to get into PA school (anatomy & physiology, physics, chem, biochem, etc). I worked as a phlebotomist and medical assistant after college to get the experience needed. I was also finishing up some of the science pre-requisites.

Then Covid happened, and it honestly burned me out. I ended up getting a certificate in graphic design (something I've always enjoyed doing) and worked as a graphic designer for 2.5 years.

About a month ago, I was part of layoff due to budget cuts. I've been looking for jobs, but honestly I'm not super passionate or excited about them, especially since AI is becoming a bigger thing that companies are using. I'm worried about the future of that career.

I've always been interested in the healthcare field and love helping people. I liked graphic design but it felt like it wasn't going to be something I did forever.

I've been looking to go back to school in something related to healthcare, and I research slp more. I loved being able to help people in that way. As someone who is bilingual and grew up in an area where mostly Spanish was spoken, I would love to be able to help this community as well, and I saw some slp programs have a bilingual curriculumn for this.

I am wondering if anyone who applied was in a similar position as me, applying years later after college. And if you have any tips for the application process!

Hello there! I recently got my AA at a college that does not offer Communication sciences and disorders. I am having a hard time finding schools that offer the program fully online and also knowing which schools are worth spending my money on. Can anyone suggest some colleges that I can look into?

Looking for online options. I can do a week or two at a time for the in person work but I can't do programs that have like six weeks straight as I own a daycare and I could not be gone that long. Any options that let you do your in person work locally or split up so that you're not gone for more than one to two weeks at a time?

I am interested in developing a product, website, something for SLPs. My cofounder's girlfriend is in the field and we would love to hear from other SLPs on their problems and issues you may have performing their client sessions, day to day tasks, etc.

Please reach out if interested in some sort of SLP based assistance product or send someone my way. My email is nathansparker26@gmail.com, might be better to contact me there.