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I scheduled to move in on the 20th at 12:00PM, but due to personal scheduling and these storms that are continuing, the 19th may or may not be the better time for me. Am I allowed to come a day earlier than I scheduled? Will they not be able to check me in and give me my keys if I do?

And while I'm on the topic, how are you guys dealing with these storms in Ohio? i have to travel on I-70 going West to get on campus, and I'm trying to schedule out a time where I won't be violently rained on on the way there.

I’m going to be living in Morrill Tower this year as a sophomore, and I was wondering if there are any other sophomores living there. I lived in Lincoln Tower last year, and most of the people on my floor were freshmen. I have nothing against freshmen, but I’d prefer to meet and hang out with people who are around my age.

I’m a health science major going into my sophomore year, planning on grad school after graduating. However, I’m unsure what path I wanna take after undergrad (PT, PA, health administration, etc). I still want to work in healthcare, though and Public Health seems like the more focused and interesting major than the broader Health Sciences track.

If you’ve done either program (or both), what’s your take on them? Should I make the switch? How do they compare in terms of coursework, flexibility, and rigor? Is Public Health stronger for job prospects, or does that depend heavily on your concentration or whether you go to grad school after?

Is there any tool or resource that shows the stats on majors at OSU, such as the % of grads who found jobs, what fields/companies they ended up at, average starting salary, that kind of thing. Ideally specific to Ohio State but open to general tools too if they break it down by school.

I'm trying to make a more informed decision on my major, and I wanted actual data that's biased toward my advisors. Anyone know if OSU publishes this anywhere, or is there any site that tracks it?

Currently, I'm a Health Science major, and the coursework isn't too hard. I'm only a sophomore rn, and I wondered if double majoring would be a good idea. I've thought about Public Health or something to help me get into health administration and go into grad school if I choose to. I do have to choose a minor for Health Sciences so that's something to consider.

Currently Health Sciences major, sophomore, planning on grad school after undergrad. Whether that ends up being PA, med school, perfusion, PT (my current track), or something else entirely is still something I’m still debating.

However, with how tuition and finances are looking, I’ll probably need to work for 1-3 years before going to grad school. From what I’ve learned, Health Sciences isn’t a great major by itself, it’s more of an introductory major for people heading straight into grad school, not something that stands on its own.

For someone who needs to take those gap year(s), what’s a good major to switch to that both keeps me on track for or adds to my grad school aspirations AND is a good standalone degree to get a job in

Public health seems like a good option however I haven’t done much research on it.

Has anyone else been in a similar situation?

Current Health Sciences major sophomore, planning on attending grad school after undergrad. Whether that ends up being PA, med school, perfusion, physical therapy (my current track), or anything else is still up in the air.

However, with how tuition and finances are looking, I'll probably need to work for 1-3 years before going to grad school. From what I've learned, Health Sciences isn't a great major by itself; it's more of an introductory major for people going straight to grad school, not something that stands on its own.

For someone who needs to take those gap year(s), what's a good major to switch to that both keeps me on track for grad school applications AND actually holds up as a standalone degree I can get a job with?

Public Health is one I've been looking at but am not knowledgeable about.

Has anyone else been in a similar situation? And how did it play out? Did the major you picked help you land a job in that window or add to your application?

I’m currently enrolled in a public state school and my entire tuition has been paid off via scholarships and saved money. I also plan to attend grad school in state however I will most likely have to take out loans for it. According to the PTCAS Total Cost of Education Comparsion the tuitions in Ohio range anywhere from 50k to 115k. While it’s far too early to decide, Ohio State’s DPT program looks nice being an undergraduate student myself. The cost listed would be around 99k.

Ik ROI is a big talking point in this profession so given the circumstance, would going into Physical Therapy still be worth the investment?

I'm a current pre-physical therapy student in undergrad, and I've been having doubts about whether this is the right path for me. 

I originally chose the PT track because I wanted to help people, liked that it was hands-on, had a secure job market, and I enjoyed anatomy and physiology. However, the ROI is just not worth it. Most of my friends with bachelor's degrees will likely out-earn me even after I finish the doctorate. On top of that, the idea of spending 7–8 years in education has become less and less appealing over time. I'm still open to pursuing a master's or doctorate right after undergrad, but I'd really prefer a career where I can enter and start working earlier. I’d rather advanced education be an optional progression I can take rather than a mandatory entry requirement.

There's also the coursework to consider. I enjoy sciences like biology and A&P, but the prerequisite classes like organic chemistry, biochemistry, and physics sound dreadful. Gen Chem already burned me out a little, which makes me wonder if I even like science as much as I thought I did, but I guess every path has annoying classes like that.

I'm also starting to question whether I'm even cut out for the medical field based on how I'd react to certain things physically. I'm fine with fluids like blood and urine, but lacerations, open wounds, organs, and particularly needles are different. I thought I could handle it based on watching videos online, but actually seeing it in person and picturing myself handling that level of gore makes me unsure. On top of that, I really don't perform well under pressure, which makes a high-stakes clinical environment feel like a poor fit, which overall makes me question whether healthcare is right for me at all.

Overall, I went in wanting to help people, do hands-on work, and enjoy a secure job market. However, the career I chose isn't financially viable, my appetite for long-term education has changed, and I'm unsure whether I could handle the mental and gory side of healthcare. That said, the exposure I've had to the field has been positive. I volunteered at a nursing home working with elderly patients, had a good experience as a PT patient myself, and have always enjoyed the interactions I've had with doctors and providers. I also like the science courses throughout high school, even chemistry to a lesser extent. 

Even after a few weeks of trying to figure it out, I'm still stumped. Based on my experiences and what I've shared, what paths or advice would you point me toward?

I'm a current pre-physical therapy student in undergrad, and I've been having doubts about whether this is the right path for me. 

I originally chose the PT track because I wanted to help people, liked that it was hands-on, had a secure job market, and I enjoyed anatomy and physiology. However, the ROI is just not worth it. Most of my friends with bachelor's degrees will likely out-earn me even after I finish the doctorate. On top of that, the idea of spending 7–8 years in education has become less and less appealing over time. I'm still open to pursuing a master's or doctorate right after undergrad, but I'd really prefer a career where I can enter and start working earlier. I’d rather advanced education be an optional progression I can take rather than a mandatory entry requirement.

There's also the coursework to consider. I enjoy sciences like biology and A&P, but the prerequisite classes like organic chemistry, biochemistry, and physics sound dreadful. Gen Chem already burned me out a little, which makes me wonder if I even like science as much as I thought I did, but I guess every path has annoying classes like that.

I'm also starting to question whether I'm even cut out for the medical field based on how I'd react to certain things physically. I'm fine with fluids like blood and urine, but lacerations, open wounds, organs, and particularly needles are different. I thought I could handle it based on watching videos online, but actually seeing it in person and picturing myself handling that level of gore makes me unsure. On top of that, I really don't perform well under pressure, which makes a high-stakes clinical environment feel like a poor fit, which overall makes me question whether healthcare is right for me at all.

Overall, I went in wanting to help people, do hands-on work, and enjoy a secure job market. However, the career I chose isn't financially viable, my appetite for long-term education has changed, and I'm unsure whether I could handle the mental and gory side of healthcare. That said, the exposure I've had to the field has been positive. I volunteered at a nursing home working with elderly patients, had a good experience as a PT patient myself, and have always enjoyed the interactions I've had with doctors and providers. I also like the science courses throughout high school, even chemistry to a lesser extent. 

Even after a few weeks of trying to figure it out, I'm still stumped. Based on my experiences and what I've shared, what paths or advice would you point me toward?

I'm a current pre-physical therapy student in undergrad, and I've been having doubts about whether this is the right path for me. 

I originally chose the PT track because I wanted to help people, liked that it was hands-on, had a secure job market, and I enjoyed anatomy and physiology. However, the ROI is just not worth it. Most of my friends with bachelor's degrees will likely out-earn me even after I finish the doctorate. On top of that, the idea of spending 7–8 years in education has become less and less appealing over time. I'm still open to pursuing a master's or doctorate right after undergrad, but I'd really prefer a career where I can enter and start working earlier. I’d rather advanced education be an optional progression I can take rather than a mandatory entry requirement.

There's also the coursework to consider. I enjoy sciences like biology and A&P, but the prerequisite classes like organic chemistry, biochemistry, and physics sound dreadful. Gen Chem already burned me out a little, which makes me wonder if I even like science as much as I thought I did, but I guess every path has annoying classes like that.

I'm also starting to question whether I'm even cut out for the medical field based on how I'd react to certain things physically. I'm fine with fluids like blood and urine, but lacerations, open wounds, organs, and particularly needles are different. I thought I could handle it based on watching videos online, but actually seeing it in person and picturing myself handling that level of gore makes me unsure. On top of that, I really don't perform well under pressure, which makes a high-stakes clinical environment feel like a poor fit, which overall makes me question whether healthcare is right for me at all.

Overall, I went in wanting to help people, do hands-on work, and enjoy a secure job market. However, the career I chose isn't financially viable, my appetite for long-term education has changed, and I'm unsure whether I could handle the mental and gory side of healthcare. That said, the exposure I've had to the field has been positive. I volunteered at a nursing home working with elderly patients, had a good experience as a PT patient myself, and have always enjoyed the interactions I've had with doctors and providers. I also like the science courses throughout high school, even chemistry to a lesser extent. 

Even after a few weeks of trying to figure it out, I'm still stumped. Based on my experiences and what I've shared, what paths or advice would you point me toward?

I'm a current pre-physical therapy student in undergrad, and I've been having doubts about whether this is the right path for me. 

I originally chose the PT track because I wanted to help people, liked that it was hands-on, had a secure job market, and I enjoyed anatomy and physiology. However, the ROI is just not worth it. Most of my friends with bachelor's degrees will likely out-earn me even after I finish the doctorate. On top of that, the idea of spending 7–8 years in education has become less and less appealing over time. I'm still open to pursuing a master's or doctorate right after undergrad, but I'd really prefer a career where I can enter and start working earlier. I’d rather advanced education be an optional progression I can take rather than a mandatory entry requirement.

There's also the coursework to consider. I enjoy sciences like biology and A&P, but the prerequisite classes like organic chemistry, biochemistry, and physics sound dreadful. Gen Chem already burned me out a little, which makes me wonder if I even like science as much as I thought I did, but I guess every path has annoying classes like that.

I'm also starting to question whether I'm even cut out for the medical field based on how I'd react to certain things physically. I'm fine with fluids like blood and urine, but lacerations, open wounds, organs, and particularly needles are different. I thought I could handle it based on watching videos online, but actually seeing it in person and picturing myself handling that level of gore makes me unsure. On top of that, I really don't perform well under pressure, which makes a high-stakes clinical environment feel like a poor fit, which overall makes me question whether healthcare is right for me at all.

Overall, I went in wanting to help people, do hands-on work, and enjoy a secure job market. However, the career I chose isn't financially viable, my appetite for long-term education has changed, and I'm unsure whether I could handle the mental and gory side of healthcare. That said, the exposure I've had to the field has been positive. I volunteered at a nursing home working with elderly patients, had a good experience as a PT patient myself, and have always enjoyed the interactions I've had with doctors and providers. I also like the science courses throughout high school, even chemistry to a lesser extent. 

Even after a few weeks of trying to figure it out, I'm still stumped. Based on my experiences and what I've shared, what paths or advice would you point me toward?

In Gen Chem I and II there were 4 midterms and a final with readings and homework due on Pearson every lecture. While every professor might have had different power points every midterm had the same context covering the same chapters.

I am potentially going to have to take Orgo 2510 and 2520 in the two semesters. Is there any deviation from this format? Fewer midterms? Diff homework assignments? Any notebly differences I should take note of approaching these classes coming from Gen Chem?

I'm mostly deciding between PT vs. PA right now, and a big factor is my sophomore prerequisite classes. Mainly, the difference boils down to whether or not I'll have to take Ochem I&II for PA or not. I’ve already completed the gen chems in my freshman year and finished with a 95 and a 91 in gen chems I and II, respectively. While I finished high, both classes were constant hard work and studying, with Gen Chem II being a particularly stressful time for me towards the end. Chemistry overall is just not the most interesting science class to me, and having to take two more semesters of it looks very daunting to me, especially with something with a rap sheet like Orgo.

Literally no one I’ve ever met enjoyed Orgo. A friend close to me literally switched fields after failing Orgo II twice. Everyone else I know who's taken it hates it and thinks it's miserable, with a bunch having to take it twice.

But overall, I'm really not sure. I had a better grade in the gen chems out of all these friends, and I've heard Orgo has no calculations, which I appreciate. Since it's so much different from the gen chems, I think there is a chance I'll thrive in it, but after hearing such bad things about it, I'm really afraid of screwing up my GPA, which I need to maintain.

So I've already created an excel sheet where I can track my hours and record notes and observations. As for verification, to my understanding, there are two options on PTCAS: You can put down the PT's contact info, where they will then reach out and verify themselves, or you can upload a signed sheet.

This link below would be the correct signed verification, right? I got it from a reddit post because I couldn't find it anywhere on the official website.

https://www.csbsju.edu/documents/Pre-Professional%20Health/PT%20Observ%20Hrs.pdf

Would I have to print out these sheets for every PT I shadow? Even if it's from the same clinic? There will be an option to list this sheet for every experience, correct?

For the actual application process, is having the PT's email & phone number required? Some declined that information and only gave me their signature. Others didn't list their PT license number. Basically just how much information I need from each PT in order to ensure I'm doing this right.

Since I'm back from college for the summer, I don't have the same equipment I could use in my college rec center, meaning I can't do any snatches, cleans, or jerks. I work out in a home gym where I don't have any bumper plates; I use a shorter non-Olympic bar, and I'm on a carpet floor that I don't want to drop weights on. Besides, I wanted to focus more on strength/hypertrophy this summer anyways

However, I don't want to lose all of my Olympic lifting skills. If I do only clean/snatch pulls and high pulls (which would be safer for my floor) how much strength and skill acquisition do you think I would maintain?

Also if anyone suggests it, I'm not willing to pay for a membership for a gym that has oly lifting gear. I need to be saving up this summer for next semester, and it seems like a waste of money to not use the home gym I saved up for all of HS. Besides, it's a good chance to focus on other qualities.