d.charles.jones Posted December 10, 2011 Share Posted December 10, 2011 Hey guys, just thought I would start a thread for those of us who have been accepted! I'd love to hear why you all chose GW and what you all plan on doing for living arrangements. I have a wife and a 5 month old daughter so it looks like I will be trying to find a place in Alexandria, VA as it is a little cheaper and it's possible to get a 3 bedroom place. Anyways, I'm really excited and can't wait to meet you all! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PArunner Posted December 11, 2011 Share Posted December 11, 2011 Hey! Glad you started up this thread. I was accepted and currently live in MD. I'm looking to move closer to GW and have started to look a couple of places. I'm moving with my boyfriend and have looked at efficiencies in Foggy Bottom and also a couple of 1BDs in Ballston, VA and a place in Courthouse, VA. We're trying not to spend a fortune on housing and looking now at places in Dupont or even somewhere in Van Ness/places on the red line... it is definitely a challenge to be close to GW and not spend decent amounts of $/month. I am also allergic to dogs/cats, too, so some places are Xed pretty quickly. boo.. Alexandria I think is a great place to live, especially with a family. I would definitely recommend living there for you. I'd be interested to hear what others are doing as far as living, whether it be Foggy Bottom, on the red line, or out in VA. If there are any specific apartments people could recommend, that would be awesome!! I'm struggling to figure out whether the places I'm looking at would be nice to live in. The ones in FB I'm looking at are the 925 apartments and 2400 Penn Ave (right across from McFaddens). The apartments i'm looking at in Ballston and the courthouse are ditmar and arch stone apartments - mainly b/c no pet policy. Also question numéro dos, How important is it to get a nice apartment - I'm not even sure it'll be worth getting a nice 1BD in virginia if I'm spending most of my time in class or the library. Did anyone get a small efficiency and wish they had gotten a 1BD because they are spending more time in their apartment than previously thought? Also, the kitchen in the foggy bottom efficiency's are poor quality and size - not sure that's even worth it since I like to cook most meals. Any input? VERY excited to start with everyone, congratulations :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PArunner Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 Hey Charles, I was looking online and found this apartment: http://4000massaveapts.reachlocal.com/?scid=2316196&kw=695138:25241&pub_cr_id=7390337168 It's in glover park but they offer 3 BD/ 3 BA apartments at a reasonable price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bastein Posted December 15, 2011 Share Posted December 15, 2011 Hi all, i am an MPH student at GW currently (we share facilities in Ross Hall with PA's) and also PA class of 2014. I live in the Claridge House on 25th/K. I love it and have a great studio. It is affordable, couldn't be more convenient, rooftop pool, gym, etc and there are many other graduate students. Other options close by at the statesman, circle arms, 2100 M, HOVA (graduate housing from GW) and a few more I can't remember off the top of my head. Would anyone be interested in getting together sometime in January or February? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PArunner Posted December 15, 2011 Share Posted December 15, 2011 Hey Bastein! I looked at the Claridge House a little while ago, looks like an amazing place. There is I think the 925 apts right across the street from them that I was looking at, too. How did you get a room at the Claridge House? - it seems it is co-op. Did you keep checking the website or know someone? Do you know of anyone that is going to be moving out of their studio March-May? Or maybe before then? I'd love to get together sometime next year, that sounds great!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amz Posted January 21, 2012 Share Posted January 21, 2012 Hi everybody! I'm very excited to say that I just received my acceptance to the PA/MPH dual-degree program and I'm so looking forward to meeting you all!! Has anyone started a Facebook group yet? I think it'd be a great way to get connected with the new class. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PArunner Posted January 21, 2012 Share Posted January 21, 2012 Congrats! I don't believe anyone has started a group yet on FB. When did you interview? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlp2156 Posted January 21, 2012 Share Posted January 21, 2012 Congrats! I also think we should start a Facebook page! I interviewed in November and was accepted December 1st. I'll be looking for an apt too...the studios I've been looking at around campus are kinda expensive, so I'm interested in maybe sharing an apt with another student. Message me if you are looking for a roommate. =) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amz Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 Thanks so much, and congrats to you all too! I intervewed back in September so it's been quite a wait, but so worth it!! :) I'll start a FB page soon and send you guys the link. Quick question though...there prob should be separate groups for the solely PA class and dual degree class right? I don't see many previous yr groups online so wasn't sure how to go about it.. @jlp2156: I, too am thinkin of a housing arrangement like that. Haven't gotten a chance to look into it yet though.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mich09 Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 Congrats all! Recently accepted as well :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginaxbelle Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 Hi everyone! Congratulations on your acceptances! It's so very exciting... I interviewed in November, and then heard back just before Christmas- talk about the best Christmas present, ever! Currently, I live in Chantilly, and the closest Metro stop is Vienna. I'm thinking about trying to get an apartment closer to school, and probably/hopefully have a roommate. If anyone is interested, please message me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginaxbelle Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 Hi everyone! Congratulations on your acceptances! It's so very exciting... I interviewed in November, and then heard back just before Christmas- talk about the best Christmas present, ever! Currently, I live in Chantilly, and the closest Metro stop is Vienna. I'm thinking about trying to get an apartment closer to school, and probably/hopefully have a roommate. If anyone is interested, please message me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katalyssap Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 Hi everyone! I was also accepted into the dual degree program. Can't wait to meet all of you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katalyssap Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 Hi everyone! I was also accepted into the dual degree program. Can't wait to meet all of you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amz Posted January 30, 2012 Share Posted January 30, 2012 Hello everyone! Just wanted to say I think someone else who's solely in the PA program should go ahead and start a facebook group if you wanted since from my understanding I think the dual-degree folks end up technically being part of the following PA class. Either way, looking forward to meeting everyone! For those of you looking into getting an apartment with potentially a roommate, please feel free to message me! I'm gonna be goin down to DC in a couple weeks to get a better idea of what's available, preferably closer to campus (i.e. max. 10-15 min metro ride away from campus) if at all possible. Oh btw, has anyone received any info on financial aid? I believe the FAFSA priority deadline is quickly approaching but haven't heard from GW yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amz Posted January 30, 2012 Share Posted January 30, 2012 Hello everyone! Just wanted to say I think someone else who's solely in the PA program should go ahead and start a facebook group if you wanted since from my understanding I think the dual-degree folks end up technically being part of the following PA class. Either way, looking forward to meeting everyone! For those of you looking into getting an apartment with potentially a roommate, please feel free to message me! I'm gonna be goin down to DC in a couple weeks to get a better idea of what's available, preferably closer to campus (i.e. max. 10-15 min metro ride away from campus) if at all possible. Oh btw, has anyone received any info on financial aid? I believe the FAFSA priority deadline is quickly approaching but haven't heard from GW yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dnscissom Posted January 30, 2012 Share Posted January 30, 2012 Hi!!! I just recently got accepted a well! Has anyone started a Facebook group ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dnscissom Posted January 30, 2012 Share Posted January 30, 2012 Hi!!! I just recently got accepted a well! Has anyone started a Facebook group ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dnscissom Posted January 30, 2012 Share Posted January 30, 2012 Hi!! I was recently accepted into the class of 2014 . Do you know of anyone there now that is looking for roommates ? I'm moving from va beach! Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dnscissom Posted January 30, 2012 Share Posted January 30, 2012 Hi!! I was recently accepted into the class of 2014 . Do you know of anyone there now that is looking for roommates ? I'm moving from va beach! Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dnscissom Posted January 30, 2012 Share Posted January 30, 2012 http://Www.facebook.com/groups/145834072201121/ Here's a group for class of 2014 ! Unless someone already started one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dnscissom Posted January 30, 2012 Share Posted January 30, 2012 http://Www.facebook.com/groups/145834072201121/ Here's a group for class of 2014 ! Unless someone already started one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dnscissom Posted January 30, 2012 Share Posted January 30, 2012 http://Www.Facebook.com/groups/145834072201121/ Here's a group! Unless someone started another ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dnscissom Posted January 30, 2012 Share Posted January 30, 2012 http://Www.Facebook.com/groups/145834072201121/ Here's a group! Unless someone started another ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prePA123 Posted February 1, 2012 Share Posted February 1, 2012 Hi everyone! I was also recently accepted to the PA program! So excited to start, although feeling a little overwhelmed as I'll be moving out from California. Can't wait to meet all of you! ~Jenny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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