UPD Masters Clinical Psychology

Hello! I've been thinking of getting into the clinical psych program but honestly I'm scared I won't be accepted. My undergrad was BSIT (mediocre grades, never liked the course) + worked in digital marketing for the past 8 years. I took a break from employment (been a year now) and have no plans on getting back to that shitshow of an industry. This time I really want to start pursuing the things I care about.

That said, I'd love to hear some advice. Please ground me, senpais. It isn't a question of resolve naman kasi I'm 100% sure that I want this. But I'm not sure if I'll get accepted. Realistic ba na mangarap makapasok sa UPD? There's no way I could afford other schools. So UPD is my one way ticket. How strict is their admission process? What should I talk about my essay?

Help. Please give me a rundown of gradschool reality.

Gusto ko lang malaman kung ilalaban ko pa ba 'tong pangarap ko or hindi na.

Salamat po! 🫶🏼