Hi,

Congratulations! You are on a wonderful path and I wish you much success. If you dont mind, I’d like to share a few things I’ve learned:

I finished my Master’s Degree a few years ago, and now I’m working on my doctoral degree.

When I applied to grad school, I contacted the chairperson of the programs that interested me and requested a meeting. This helped me to learn about the culture of the program and whether or not it was a good fit.

When I was earning my Master’s, my father-in-law got sick and passed away, my husband became physically and mentally abusive, I was in two bridal parties, I lost my job, and I ran away into a homeless shelter for abused women. I thought I’d never be able to finish grad school so I told my school I wanted to cancel classes. One day, after talking to my mom and a therapist, I realized that I wanted to have something to show for my time. I also wanted to accomplish a goal. My whole life, I’d never really set a goalband achieved. I was fortunate, but not very proactive. I didn’t want to quit (which was something I was very good at doing). I ended up asking my advisor how I could make up the work I missed and graduate on time. A few people said it was impossible; well, I ignored them, and I ended up completing everything and graduating in two years.

1) Contact the chairperson of your program prior to applying. Have a meeting. That way, you will be more than just a GRE score.

2) Look at what’s required of you and be realistic. See how it fits into your work and personal schedule. Don’t feel guilty if you are too busy to go to the mall, movies, etc. At the same time, take time for fun.

3) Remember, there’s nothing that you can’t do. You are never too old, too young, too anything. Make the time you have count.

Congratulations on beginning such a wonderful journey.

• This reply was modified 8 years, 11 months ago by MochaB.
• This reply was modified 8 years, 11 months ago by MochaB.
• This reply was modified 8 years, 11 months ago by MochaB.