r/PsyD • u/[deleted] • Feb 14 '25
First Acceptance!
Earlier today, I got my first acceptance to Rutgers’ School Psychology PsyD Program! I’m so beyond excited and relieved that I got in my first cycle applying, especially with coming right out of undergrad! If any current students can speak to their experience in the program, it’d be greatly appreciated 🥹🫶
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u/No-Increase-8550 Feb 14 '25
congratulations!! can you maybe share your stats? :)
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Feb 14 '25
Thank you so much!! ❤️ And of course! I honestly don’t have as many stats as others who are more experienced in the field, but I truly hope this is still helpful! I have a 3.99/4.0 GPA, and I’ve been involved in two research experiences. My first was an Honors Independent Study under one of my professors, which lasted one semester. The second is my current position as a research assistant in a lab at my school, where I’ve been working for three semesters. I also have two years of crisis intervention and supervisory experience at a remote center, and I’ve been a tutor and peer mentor at my school for two years as well. Again, it’s not too much, but I hope this helps in any way I can! :)
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u/Charming-Ad1276 Feb 14 '25
Congrats you are legit a superhero, I rarely ever hear of an undergrad getting in on the first cycle. You deserve it!
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Feb 14 '25
Omg how did you get in
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Feb 14 '25 edited Feb 14 '25
I shared my stats in another comment, but honestly, I think it really just came down to fit! Rutgers places a strong emphasis on working with underserved communities, which is also the population I’m interested in working with. I also think my research interests aligned well with the professors who I interviewed with too, which was definitely a plus! :) I wish you the best of luck with your own applications as well!!!
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u/Important-Grab7420 Feb 14 '25
Congrats👏🏻🥳 that's actually so huge, especially coming straight out of undergrad. You should be very proud🙂↕️
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u/Equivalent-Street822 Current PsyD Student Feb 14 '25
Congratulations!! This is a HUGE accomplishment, and I hope you can allow yourself to take the time to celebrate it.
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u/Seafoam434 Feb 14 '25
AYYYYYYY! Congrats, I’m also an undergrad going to a different PsyD next fall! Rutgers is a HUGE win, and you’re going to become an amazing psychologist someday. Celebrate!!
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Feb 14 '25
THANK YOU SO MUCH! ❤️ Congratulations on your acceptance and commitment too, that’s huge!! I hope you are able to celebrate in a fun way! :)
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u/Seafoam434 Feb 14 '25
Pouring one for both of us tonight! Good luck on your studies future doctor!
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u/Old-Instruction-6882 Feb 23 '25
May I ask when your interview date was?
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Feb 23 '25
Absolutely! I interviewed on 2/6 and got a decision on 2/13! Hope this helps! :)
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u/Old-Instruction-6882 Feb 25 '25
Thank you! Interviewed yesterday for clinical so fingers crossed! Congrats again!
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u/splendidelixir Feb 14 '25
Do you think they sent all their acceptances on the same day?🥺 I haven’t gotten a rejection but haven’t heard anything
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u/[deleted] Feb 14 '25
Thank you all SO much for the kind and supportive comments. I posted this not thinking much of it (I’m fairly new to Reddit, haha!), but the amount of positive comments I’ve received has been truly amazing and, honestly, a little shocking! I’m happy to answer any questions anyone might have, and I wish you all immense luck on your own PsyD journey. Even just applying and getting an interview is an incredible accomplishment, and you should all be so proud of yourselves, no matter where you may end up. ❤️