<p>So I'll start in with my background.</p>
<p>Psychology major with minors in education and sociology.
GPA 3.3
Involved in two research labs, one is very recent an just getting started with data collection and the other I put in required hours for when I can since I have classes during the times the project manager is there.
I am involved in a student organization (as well as a sorority, but that's besides the point), but don't hold a leadership role. I am also a member of PSI CHI, but also do not hold a leadership position. I have leadership experience with previous work with a summer job. Currently I have a job as an ABA therapist for a child with Autism, and will likely get another job doing cognitive training with children. </p>
<p>I want to be a school psychologist, and obviously believe that is something I am capable of succeeding at, but my timing is off. </p>
<p>At this point in my life I do not believe that I will be accepted into a graduate program. Please don't tell me not to be negative, I'm just preparing myself for the worst because I'm terrified of rejection and financially anxious.
I know my grades are mediocre at best, that I don't hold the leadership positions everyone is so keen on validating, and that I simply do not have the best experience. </p>
<p>I only know of one person who might give me a really good recommendation, and two who might be able to give me decent recommendations. Unfortunately I never had the opportunity or confidence to form a significant relationship with any of my previous teachers, and have yet to take a course with the same professor until next semester. </p>
<p>I kind of have to do all of this last minute as I was initially planning to gain experience in a respective setting for a year before applying to a program, but my parents just now have informed me that they would rather I go to school right off the bat....a little late given that I informed them of my decision two-three months ago.</p>
<p>Soooo....now I am just getting signed up for the GRE. Something I was wanting to give myself time to prepare for, and allow myself to do things I've always denied myself in college, like sleep, work out, and have a social life. </p>
<p>Still, I have to try to apply regardless, though I am not please with having to accept mediocrity. It's sort of depressing, really. </p>
<p>I really want to go to grad school, not just because I have to, but I also know that I just don't stand that great of a chance. </p>
<p>So here are my questions:</p>
<p>1) how much of a waste is it for me to apply?
2) will schools look down on you for reapplying after rejection?
3) what can I do following rejection to improve my chances of acceptance?
4) What are some school psychology programs with deadlines for mid-December onward? (So GRE scores can make it in time).</p>
<p>I'm a nervous wreck and appreciate any and all advice!</p>