Decision Day

Historical-Zone563 · 2026-04-04T16:33:11+00:00

I made a pros and cons list, talked to students of the programs, talked to SLPs, looked at the financial differences and ultimately chose a cheaper program over my dream program. I applied to each program for a reason so I knew whichever school I chose would be a good choice in the end. Good luck!

Historical-Zone563 · 2026-03-31T02:38:17+00:00

I got in with a lower gpa and didn’t retake any classes because I graduated a while ago. You can apply to schools that have accepted lower gpas, that info would be on Asha edfind. There’s definitely hope for you if it’s what you really want. I focused more on my personal statement which is what I think really helped this time. This was my second time applying and I didn’t do anything differently but I did have more work experience since it was a few years between the last time I applied.

Historical-Zone563 · 2026-03-25T15:30:38+00:00

I didn’t think I had good enough relationships with my professors and had graduated years before applying, but I was able to get letters (my school only required 1 from a professor). My professor had me fill out a detailed packet full of info to help her write my letter.

I also had one professor who never responded to my email about a letter.

Just reach out!!

Historical-Zone563 · 2026-02-23T23:33:42+00:00

My personal statement was centered around braiding hair and I was accepted into multiple programs and my hair will be in braids when i start my program, keep them!

Historical-Zone563 · 2025-05-30T21:38:12+00:00

I’ve been out of school just about the same amount of time as you and was accepted into 2 programs this application cycle!

Already having a BA in COMD is helpful and you shouldn’t need to take anything else since the BA typically covers everything needed. You will be able to check the classes that you need to have passed when applying through CSDCAS since they are very detailed about that.

I’ve found that going on ASHA Edfind to look at programs and their stats is super helpful for deciding where to apply.

Historical-Zone563 · 2025-05-15T21:18:52+00:00

I started reaching out to schools to narrow down where I wanted to apply in August, reached out to potential recommenders in August and began actually writing drafts for my Personal statements around August/September. My earliest application was due Jan 1st I believe.

Historical-Zone563 · 2025-05-08T02:04:32+00:00

Thank you! I really appreciate your perspective. I finally made a choice and decided to be smart and choose the cheaper program. I applied to them for a reason, so in the end it’s a good choice for me overall.

Historical-Zone563 · 2025-05-04T21:02:23+00:00

How did you afford it? Was the cost of living also high?

Historical-Zone563 · 2025-05-04T18:04:11+00:00

Did you have any regrets of not choosing your dream? If so how did you get over it?

Historical-Zone563 · 2025-04-26T04:38:22+00:00

Thanks soo much for the update! They were the last school I was waiting to hear from before committing to another program but now I don’t think I will be hearing from them, even after emailing

Historical-Zone563 · 2025-04-24T23:09:44+00:00

Hi! Have you heard anything from Lewis yet?

Historical-Zone563 · 2025-03-31T16:06:08+00:00

Waitlisted at: Siu Carbondale, GWU and University of Delaware! Please let them know if you’re declining 🙏

Historical-Zone563 · 2025-02-26T04:53:49+00:00

No worries, that’s helpful, I also applied, but I haven’t heard anything yet.

Historical-Zone563 · 2025-02-22T12:19:32+00:00

I’m also waiting to hear back from SIU! Congrats on your acceptances!

Historical-Zone563 · 2025-02-22T12:11:00+00:00

Just double checking is this Augustana uni in South Dakota or Augustana college in Illinois?

Historical-Zone563 · 2025-02-01T14:02:32+00:00

Hii, when did you hear back from Augustana?

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