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I'm a first year master's student in an M.S. Speech Pathology Program.
I think the biggest difference between grad and undergrad is that in grad school your professors begin to expect you to think on your own. The days of regurgitating information are basically over. For assignments, they give you the foundation and expect you to expand on what they have given you with critical thinking. I say adopt a philosophy for your field and have information that supports your way of thinking. Where I am professors seem to appreciate difference in opinion with adequate reasoning.
As far as the process of selecting a school goes. I felt that going beyond the rankings was crucial. Rankings involve alot of politics. I would suggest taking advantages of visits offered and get to know 1) the faculty, 2) the current students, and 3) probably the most important, the other students that are attracted to the program. I LOVE MY COHORT!!!
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