Figured I might start trying to meet people headed for North Chicago so make yourselves known.
What are you doing to prepare, where do you plan to live etc.

Oh Yeah and where are you coming from.
Me: Miami

Oh Yeah and where are you coming from.
Me: Miami
i'll probably go ...

from: Berkeley, CA

Anyone from Cal going to Finch this fall? I would like to get to know some

I'm a maybe...waitlist at MCW and just interviewed at Tulane. but i thought I'd throw my name in anyway.

not sure... yet. but their match list this year is muy impressive! im going to take a second look though on march 28th!

i'll probably go ...

from: Berkeley, CA

Anyone from Cal going to Finch this fall? I would like to get to know some

I might be going- just still waiting on a few schools. I'm from Cali also- graduated from UCI.

Figured I might start trying to meet people headed for North Chicago so make yourselves known.
What are you doing to prepare, where do you plan to live etc.


Hey! I am also a UCB grad and will probably be at RF starting July. I'm excited that someone finally posted something b/c I was interested in talking to other people thinking of going. Anyone planning on applying to stay in the dorms at RF or is it apartments for all? Any ideas of the best areas to look for housing if I was to look for an apartment? Do you guys think a car is really needed?

not sure... yet. but their match list this year is muy impressive! im going to take a second look though on march 28th!

Is that an official day for second look? Or are you just going on your own?

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wow, their match list is pretty impressive; i was just accepted but bummed i wasnt selected for the tuition scholarship which made my decision not to attend quite a bit easier

wow, their match list is pretty impressive; i was just accepted but bummed i wasnt selected for the tuition scholarship which made my decision not to attend quite a bit easier

What tuition scholarship? When did you apply for this scholarship?
I wanna apply!!
What do I do. :scared: :scared:
Also, where do you guys get the residency matching info from?

okay, a few questions...

What tuition scholarship? Is that for the extra smart/exta-achieving people only?

Does RFU/CMS require parental info for school-based aid?

Is March 28 an official 2nd look day? If so, why didn't I hear about it?

Have they cashed your $100 check yet? Mine was sent at the end of Feb, but it's not cashed yet. Makes me worry that they didn't get it.

Thanks everyone.

I am from california too and might be going as well. :) I think 50% of their class is from california. Just waiting on a few schools before I decide for sure. does anyone know anything about their probation status? in the worst case scenario if they don't come off probation and lose their LCME status, what happens to the students?

What tuition scholarship? When did you apply for this scholarship?
I wanna apply!!
What do I do. :scared: :scared:
Also, where do you guys get the residency matching info from?


You DON'T apply for the merit scholarship. They invited a few applicants for scholarship interviews for the last two weeks of Feb. These interview dates were reserved for the potential scholarship students only.

They were only planning on giving away one $20K scholarship or two $10K scholarships. If you weren't invited for the scholarship interview, then I don't think you qualified for their merit scholarships.

I'm not sure if there are any non-merit based scholarship offers out there though.

i hear RF is the one of the most expensive med schools? second in the nation at $60K/year?

i hear RF is the one of the most expensive med schools? second in the nation at $60K/year?


Actually, they are currently on a 5 year tuition freeze and the tuition is at ~37k per year. This means that for the next 5 years at RF, the tuition will not increase (which is less what can be said for many other private schools. 37k is less than other places like Tufts, BU, Albany, Drexel, and many other private schools. Plus it seems like they attempt to give some sort of scholarship to ~50% of their incoming class (given most of these scholarship amounts are most likely quite small). Anyone have any other feedback on this?

You DON'T apply for the merit scholarship. They invited a few applicants for scholarship interviews for the last two weeks of Feb. These interview dates were reserved for the potential scholarship students only.

They were only planning on giving away one $20K scholarship or two $10K scholarships. If you weren't invited for the scholarship interview, then I don't think you qualified for their merit scholarships.

I'm not sure if there are any non-merit based scholarship offers out there though.


yah, sorry about the confusion; the above poster has it right. Did you get the scholarship mdin09? Im surprised they only offer 3, and even then 10K isnt too enticing when compared to the total costs; the financial aide at some schools is even better than that. They have a good match list to tout but they need to do a better job on the scholarship front.

I personally thought the anatomy lab at RF was pretty sweet! They had mobile flat screen tv's on which a professor could project a good dissection. I thought that was pretty cool! The facilities there seemed so new too!

While the accreditation probation is a little scary, I still believe that RF would be a great school to attend. I actually emailed the LCME, which is the group that determines accreditation, and the person who replied told me that although they could not release any information in relation to RF's case, medical schools very rarely ever lose their accreditation. Basically RF is going to be fine; you have to figure so since they are attending to the items that the LCME pointed out they wanted fixed. Plus, doing rotations in Chicago would be a great academic, and non-academic experience. While I am still looking at my possible options at a few other schools, I could definitely see myself in North Chicago at the end of this July. What are your guys thoughts on RF's Pros, Cons, and its match up vs other private schools? Anyone else applying to Drexel as well? Albany? Temple?

I personally thought the anatomy lab at RF was pretty sweet! They had mobile flat screen tv's on which a professor could project a good dissection. I thought that was pretty cool! The facilities there seemed so new too!

While the accreditation probation is a little scary, I still believe that RF would be a great school to attend. I actually emailed the LCME, which is the group that determines accreditation, and the person who replied told me that although they could not release any information in relation to RF's case, medical schools very rarely ever lose their accreditation. Basically RF is going to be fine; you have to figure so since they are attending to the items that the LCME pointed out they wanted fixed. Plus, doing rotations in Chicago would be a great academic, and non-academic experience. While I am still looking at my possible options at a few other schools, I could definitely see myself in North Chicago at the end of this July. What are your guys thoughts on RF's Pros, Cons, and its match up vs other private schools? Anyone else applying to Drexel as well? Albany? Temple?
about the probation thing, I remember that the dean said we are not going to be affected (not sure if i remember correctly). If they lose accreditation, the entering class of 2006 will be affected, not us. Because when we are accepted, they are still accredited. Anyone remember this? If i'm wrong, please correct me.

Is that an official day for second look? Or are you just going on your own?

That's an unofficial second look. Just going with parentals to look at dorms and the campus more. I was there when it snowed on Jan 5th for my interview so I drove in and drove out.

Match list is on the thread sticky called "Residency list for medical schools" on the pre-allopathic forum.

I don't think the dean quite said something like that about the accrediation issue (2006 would get the shaft not us) but I wouldn't worry about them losing accrediation. They took it seriously as a wake up call and many schools have gotten this probationary status. I think it's more of a threat to improve the situation and I like how the dean actually sat down with us to explain the situation out.

I personally thought the anatomy lab at RF was pretty sweet! They had mobile flat screen tv's on which a professor could project a good dissection. I thought that was pretty cool! The facilities there seemed so new too!

While the accreditation probation is a little scary, I still believe that RF would be a great school to attend. I actually emailed the LCME, which is the group that determines accreditation, and the person who replied told me that although they could not release any information in relation to RF's case, medical schools very rarely ever lose their accreditation. Basically RF is going to be fine; you have to figure so since they are attending to the items that the LCME pointed out they wanted fixed. Plus, doing rotations in Chicago would be a great academic, and non-academic experience. While I am still looking at my possible options at a few other schools, I could definitely see myself in North Chicago at the end of this July. What are your guys thoughts on RF's Pros, Cons, and its match up vs other private schools? Anyone else applying to Drexel as well? Albany? Temple?


I loved RF when I was there. I actually got a chance to spend about 3-4 days in chicago before my interview and I really loved it, I could definately see myself going there. I am just a little concerned about the probation thing. I have an interview at drexel next week and I am planning to go. I think the LCME have to review RF again in may. That's what it says in their website so hopefully we should get some sort of clue. Anyone tried calling their admissions office?

Im from chicago and will be attending RF as a choice over other schools. Its really a great school. Expensive yes, but so is many, many of the other schools many consider. Their matches are great. I talked to a current medical school and they were informed that the school would be off complete probation in a few months, before the summer. The rotation sites are a great diverse experience from what I have witnessed with my brother in law and others. I think its going to be a great education and we will come out doing very well.

yah, sorry about the confusion; the above poster has it right. Did you get the scholarship mdin09? Im surprised they only offer 3, and even then 10K isnt too enticing when compared to the total costs; the financial aide at some schools is even better than that. They have a good match list to tout but they need to do a better job on the scholarship front.


Nope, didn't get it. But, I got a letter along with my acceptance telling me that if someone with a scholarship withdraws, I would be considered again for the scholarship. I'm pretty sure you got the same letter though.

Either way, I'll just wait for the rest of my fin aid packages to come through before making a decision.

Basically, the accredidation issue is something we shouldn't even be worried about. If by chance, the school, or any school, for that matter lost its accredidation, current students would be transferred to other med schools. According to the dean from my interview day, the students that WOULD be affected would be the next class. In other words, if you got accepted to the school, but the school lost its accredidation before you matriculated, you would be outta luck. I think there's some sort of deadline before it would be SOL, but I'm not sure. But the dean made it clear to us that we shouldn't even worry about it, and it sounded like it wasn't even possible to lose accredidation this year, it would be later.

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i applied for the university apartments, or whatever they're called...i'm thinking if i am given one of those, i'll just live there...if not, i'll worry about finding a place.

Hey! I am also a UCB grad and will probably be at RF starting July. I'm excited that someone finally posted something b/c I was interested in talking to other people thinking of going. Anyone planning on applying to stay in the dorms at RF or is it apartments for all? Any ideas of the best areas to look for housing if I was to look for an apartment? Do you guys think a car is really needed?

I also apply for on-campus housing. I'm not sure ... but I think I would like to have a car.

I also apply for on-campus housing. I'm not sure ... but I think I would like to have a car.

For those of you from out of town, you should know that you don't HAVE to live in North Chicago. If you wanted, you could live downtown and take the commuter rail to school every day (there's a shuttle bus service to/from the Lake Bluff train station). Highland Park is a decent choice too, and it's only 20 minutes from campus. The only reason to live near/on campus is camraderie (actually, that's a very good reason). I felt pretty disconnected from the world for my first two years of med school (I lived at Northern Crossing in Waukegan), but in retrospect that may have been good for my study habits.

Congrats to those who got in, it really is a great school that's only getting better. The faculty and administration are warm, caring people, you WILL learn to be a good clinician, and opportunities abound for research if you need publications on your resume. The third/fourth year experience is outstanding. Consider doing rotations at the most difficult sites, you will be rewarded with an excellent education. Definitely do something at Cook County; you'll get lots of procedures there. The Sinai ER is good for procedures as well. The match list speaks well of the school. If you're good, and you work hard, you can match almost anywhere you want.

Hi there,

I'm a 27 year old non-trad who applied to 8 schools for '05 and didn't get in. I am re-applying this summer for fall '06. My stats are: overall GPA (art history): 3.45. Post-bacc science: 3.7. MCAT (August '04) 25Q. Re-taking April MCAT. Work experience in the O.R. this year for my glide year.

Do you think I have a shot at R.F.? I didn't apply there this cycle. I so badly want to be a doctor! I'd love to go there!

I also apply for on-campus housing. I'm not sure ... but I think I would like to have a car.


I received my acceptance packet ~10 days ago and sent my confirmation back with a deposit that same day. However, I haven't received any additional information regarding housing. Did you guys just look online regarding how to apply for on-campus housing, or did you get information via mail or email?? If so, how long did it take for them to send you this information?

the housing application came separately, after the acceptance, but there's no point in you waiting to fill it out - they send a paper application but also say that the same thing is online...

just go to www.rosalindfranklin.edu/housing and fill it out.

on that website, click on "prospective residents and guests" and then "application and contracting process 2005-2006"

I received my acceptance packet ~10 days ago and sent my confirmation back with a deposit that same day. However, I haven't received any additional information regarding housing. Did you guys just look online regarding how to apply for on-campus housing, or did you get information via mail or email?? If so, how long did it take for them to send you this information?

Wdup yall. I got to UCI rite now, and most likely will attend chicago med next year. I'm pretty excited/happy. I luv cali tho!!! aaaaH!!!!! haha. yea, i applied for the dorms, and hopefully i'll get in. You guys know if there's a gym around? place to workout, and play indoor basketball? well, tell me when there's an official 2nd look guys!

Hi there,

I'm a 27 year old non-trad who applied to 8 schools for '05 and didn't get in. I am re-applying this summer for fall '06. My stats are: overall GPA (art history): 3.45. Post-bacc science: 3.7. MCAT (August '04) 25Q. Re-taking April MCAT. Work experience in the O.R. this year for my glide year.

Do you think I have a shot at R.F.? I didn't apply there this cycle. I so badly want to be a doctor! I'd love to go there!

I think it is difficult to tell anyone's situation and their chances of getting into any particular med school. I have heard from quite a few people who applied who had decent numbers and didn't get an interview to RF. The whole process is quite random. I believe the average MCAT for R.F. matriculants in 2004 was ~29. Since I have no idea about each part of your application I cannot be exactly sure your chances.

I do support your actions to retake the MCAT and say you should try to boost your score and reapply. Your work experience in the O.R. will support your interest in medicine so that will be a plus to your app for next year as well. I also recommend checking out the reapplicant forum to get some more good tips. Many people there are in the same boat of figuring out what they would like to do in the next year to beef up their applications. Good luck with everything!

anyone tried to do financial aid for RF yet? It said online that we should wait to have some confirmation with the office of admissions before we can start. However, I have not received anything yet?? Anyone knows this?

Hi there,

I'm a 27 year old non-trad who applied to 8 schools for '05 and didn't get in. I am re-applying this summer for fall '06. My stats are: overall GPA (art history): 3.45. Post-bacc science: 3.7. MCAT (August '04) 25Q. Re-taking April MCAT. Work experience in the O.R. this year for my glide year.

Do you think I have a shot at R.F.? I didn't apply there this cycle. I so badly want to be a doctor! I'd love to go there!
I agree with Calizona. The process is pretty random, and it's hard to tell if you wil get an interview/acceptance from a particular school.

You definitely have good clinical experience. Just try to boost up your MCAT score a bit. If possible, try to have some research experience as well. Definitely try to get LORs from people who know you well (i.e.from O.R. people). And, write a good personal statement. And apply early

Good luck

do you mean the Stafford loan and ALP application stuff? i already filled those out and submitted them to RF....i wasn't aware that we had to wait...it doesn't hurt to turn the forms in.

i just went to the fin aid website and followed the instructions - go to rosalindfranklin.edu and you can find financial aid under the "student services" drop down menu at the top.....then "info for incoming students" etc etc...

anyone tried to do financial aid for RF yet? It said online that we should wait to have some confirmation with the office of admissions before we can start. However, I have not received anything yet?? Anyone knows this?

Hi, I'll be attending ros. franklin this summer (through the prematriculation program). which means that I start anatomy in june (intense) and when the fall starts, I'll be taking biochemistry and neuroscience. can't wait to meet you all.

Hi, I'll be attending ros. franklin this summer (through the prematriculation program). which means that I start anatomy in june (intense) and when the fall starts, I'll be taking biochemistry and neuroscience. can't wait to meet you all.

I didn't know ros franklin had a pre matriculation program. I could have sworn I asked and they told me no.
How did you get into the program?
Is it open to anyone to participate?
Pls advise.

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anyone know when the next adcom meeting is? how often do people generally send in "update letters"? as needed? monthly?

for post-interview people, did you get accepted after the monthly adcom meeting that immediately followed your interview? i ask because my application was either deferred or not looked at entirely at the last adcom meeting..

thanks.

when i asked how admissions works, this is what they told me: after your interview, they will review your application at the next monthly meeting (i believe that's the 15th of the month)....if you get accepted, they let you know right then (my letter was postmarked on the 16th of the month)....if not, then they just hold on to your app and review it again at the next meeting...etc etc....until you either get accepted or get on the official waitlist.

anyone know when the next adcom meeting is? how often do people generally send in "update letters"? as needed? monthly?

for post-interview people, did you get accepted after the monthly adcom meeting that immediately followed your interview? i ask because my application was either deferred or not looked at entirely at the last adcom meeting..

thanks.

I'll be there...........
I'm from the Chi.

What are you guys doing for housing.
Will you be leaving "on campus" or in individual apts close to the school.
The "on campus" housing seems so expensive and I don't know why.
Is there something that they provide and other regular apts don't? Am I missing something?
I will be bringing my own car so I don't care if where I live is not across the street from the school.
Advise please.

has anyone who has applied for on-campus apartments gotten an offer yet? they said starting the week of April 4th, so just wondering if people have gotten word back yet....i'm still waiting.

has anyone who has applied for on-campus apartments gotten an offer yet? they said starting the week of April 4th, so just wondering if people have gotten word back yet....i'm still waiting.
i'm still waiting ... they probably mail out the contratcs in order of the options??

i'm still waiting ... they probably mail out the contratcs in order of the options??

I called student housing earlier this week and the lady said that they were not mailed out yet but she was planning on mailing the contracts either on Friday (the 15th) or next week.

Has anyone actually been inside any of these apartments?
If so, is it nice, big or does it just look like a dorm room?

I haven't actually seen the rooms, but the pictures online look nice....go to the RF website and go to Student Services----> Student Housing. And from there, they have a link to pictures.


Has anyone actually been inside any of these apartments?
If so, is it nice, big or does it just look like a dorm room?

anyone have an idea about what is going on with their probation status? I know they are having a review from may 1-5 but I was just wondering if anyone called the office about when they will know they are officially off probation ?

Im from chicago and will be attending RF as a choice over other schools. Its really a great school. Expensive yes, but so is many, many of the other schools many consider. Their matches are great. I talked to a current medical school and they were informed that the school would be off complete probation in a few months, before the summer. The rotation sites are a great diverse experience from what I have witnessed with my brother in law and others. I think its going to be a great education and we will come out doing very well.

I'm not trying to start a fight, but is english your first language?

I am very proud to say that I got in to the AP (post-bac) program and will be there for orientation july 25th! I am from Ventura, CA went to school at UCSB. :) ;)

I am very proud to say that I got in to the AP (post-bac) program and will be there for orientation july 25th! I am from Ventura, CA went to school at UCSB. :) ;)

:thumbup: :)

I am very proud to say that I got in to the AP (post-bac) program and will be there for orientation july 25th! I am from Ventura, CA went to school at UCSB. :) ;)
congrats!! good job!!!

Anyone looking for a roommate? I'll be going there in fall as a member of the AP program...Hurrah! I think i'm living at the woodlands but I gotta check it out in a week. I'm F/NS PM for more info!

how do you [who did not get on-campus housing] plan to do about housing? How early do you need to look out for apt?

how do you [who did not get on-campus housing] plan to do about housing? How early do you need to look out for apt?
most ppl who don't get into student housing live at the woodlands. I've heard some +'s and-'s about it. But its as close to the campus as the dorms and would save you the trouble of having to drive in the snow during the icy Chicago winters. I hear they fil up pretty fast so its best to figure it out sometime soon. Ectopic posted some great resources above that I've checked out... really helpful. Theres a few students looking for roomies. Hope that helps!

most ppl who don't get into student housing live at the woodlands. I've heard some +'s and-'s about it. But its as close to the campus as the dorms and would save you the trouble of having to drive in the snow during the icy Chicago winters. I hear they fil up pretty fast so its best to figure it out sometime soon. Ectopic posted some great resources above that I've checked out... really helpful. Theres a few students looking for roomies. Hope that helps!
so you are going over there to check out the apartment soon? If yes, when you come back, can you please tell me some info on the housing stuffs? I have not even thought about that yet .... I guess I should look into it soon.

so you are going over there to check out the apartment soon? If yes, when you come back, can you please tell me some info on the housing stuffs? I have not even thought about that yet .... I guess I should look into it soon.
Yea sure!
But in the mean time what I would do is contact some ppl who are trying to sublet and ask them to send some pics of their apts and the complex.

http://66.99.255.20/students/messageboards/forum.cfm?confId=1&forumId=31&CFID=112734&CFTOKEN=38434386&jsessionid=8030964881107879109500

Feel free to PM me if you have any other q's...I've been to Chicago several times and know someone at RFUMS so I'm somewhat familiar w the area. =)

this thread should be renamed: How many people from Cal going to Ros Franklin this fall

go bears!

this thread should be renamed: How many people from Cal going to Ros Franklin this fall

go bears!
yea, why is it that so many Cali ppl go there??? I heard something like 50% of the class is from there...

Yea sure!
But in the mean time what I would do is contact some ppl who are trying to sublet and ask them to send some pics of their apts and the complex.

http://66.99.255.20/students/messageboards/forum.cfm?confId=1&forumId=31&CFID=112734&CFTOKEN=38434386&jsessionid=8030964881107879109500

Feel free to PM me if you have any other q's...I've been to Chicago several times and know someone at RFUMS so I'm somewhat familiar w the area. =)
thanks a lot

I will be attending Rosalind this fall in the AP program. I am very excited and look forward to meeting everyone. I have lived in Chicago for 7 years and know the city / suburbs well if anyone has any questions, let me know. The school is great and the probation will soon be a non issue.

I feel like we should have rec'd something from RF by now regarding when school starts, what orientation entails, how long its for, what time to report, when and where to report...
I know we still have 2 months but if anyone's like me, I will be out of the country for the next month an a half and kinda wanted to have everything set before i leave.
My family has also been bugging me about this white coat ceremony thing and I don't even know when it is.
They will be flying cross country to see the thing. Any ideas? :confused:

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what's going on with their housing? I got a call today from the housing office but they asked me to call them back. Anyone else get a call?

I'm going to be an Orientation Advisor for next year, and have some info about that may be helpful to you guys.

As of right now, orientation week is scheduled to start July 25th. However, the school is still deciding whether to shorten orientation to 3 days or keep it as is. If that's the case, orientation will start Jully 27th. No matter when orientation officially starts, the white coat ceremony will be July 29th. First day of classes is August 1st. Orientation dates are the same for AP, and you pretty much go through the same type of sessions.

I can't answer any questions about housing, but they just gave info for continuing students about housing like 5 or 6 weeks ago I believe. I heard there's a waitlist for the woodlands, but you guys have to consider that woodlands don't require their residents to renew their lease until the month before their lease ends. Most lease ends June 30 or July 31st. Oh yeah, try to get Phase II. If they give you a Phase I..... don't take it. It's nasty. I don't know if there will be a lot of Phase II apts opening, but I know a lot of students are moving out of PhaseI at Woodlands into the dorms. I put up a post about housing options in the RF AP program thread in the post bacc forum if you guys want more suggestions.

I'm going to be an Orientation Advisor for next year, and have some info about that may be helpful to you guys.

As of right now, orientation week is scheduled to start July 25th. However, the school is still deciding whether to shorten orientation to 3 days or keep it as is. If that's the case, orientation will start Jully 27th. No matter when orientation officially starts, the white coat ceremony will be July 29th. First day of classes is August 1st. Orientation dates are the same for AP, and you pretty much go through the same type of sessions.

I can't answer any questions about housing, but they just gave info for continuing students about housing like 5 or 6 weeks ago I believe. I heard there's a waitlist for the woodlands, but you guys have to consider that woodlands don't require their residents to renew their lease until the month before their lease ends. Most lease ends June 30 or July 31st. Oh yeah, try to get Phase II. If they give you a Phase I..... don't take it. It's nasty. I don't know if there will be a lot of Phase II apts opening, but I know a lot of students are moving out of PhaseI at Woodlands into the dorms. I put up a post about housing options in the RF AP program thread in the post bacc forum if you guys want more suggestions.

Finally!! someone who has some info.
I want to know what the 1st yr class schedule is like. Will it be 8-5?
What are some of the 1st semester classes besides anatomy ofcourse; how are the classes structured?
What are some of the things you wish you had known prior to starting.
I'm assuming you're a student there since you are an orientation advisor. Forgive me if I'm wrong in my assumption.
Also, I got an apt in the "dorms" and I've seen pictures on line but how nice is it really?
Any other info you can render will be appreciated.

Thank you for this information!

What about health insurance? Has anyone looked at the health plan yet? It seems expensive to me (especially since I have a sweet deal now).

Just got an e-mail today. It's official, the first day of orientation is July 27th and only 3 days. Lucky you as most of the sessions were boring with just a lot of talk/info we could have learned in 10 mins dragged out to an hour.

Health insurance..... If you have a nice packet, just submit proof you have it and they will not bill you for it. The prices were comparable to blue shield or $20 less a month for a similar package on an individual plan. The plan is Destiny Health, with 3 different plans. I might get the recommended plan as I noticed I don't get check ups on a regular basis if when I had to pay out of my pocket. That's bad coming from someone who wants to be a physician herself. :laugh: Right now I'm paying $42 a month from a cali health ppo plan that covers only catastrophic (ie hospitalization and emergencies with a hefty deductable) or until I reach out of pocket costs of $3K or so a year. Catastrophic insurance is all the school requires you to carry. They also have a great dental and vision package as well which I plan i purchasing.

About classes: RELAX enjoy your summer as school will start in 2 months! Ask questions during orientation. As far as books go, I can't speak for the M1's as I was an AP. I think you need the histo, ICM and netter for anatomy (don't buy it yet...... because AMSA can get you a sweet deal...... free if u join ama or something like that) As far as MCB, Physio and Embryo, the notes are really good, and I only used an old book as a reference.

Hey, If you go to schools website (main page) scroll down to the bottom and click on students...you can then find a link to last years class schedule to get an idea about what to expect....anyway,,enjoy your summer, see you soon..CMS 2009!

Hey, If you go to schools website (main page) scroll down to the bottom and click on students...you can then find a link to last years class schedule to get an idea about what to expect....anyway,,enjoy your summer, see you soon..CMS 2009!

Thank you for pointing that out. I have been looking for that type of info for the longest and couldn't find it.
Just wanted an idea of what the schedule was like.
Thanks!! See you in July!

Just got an e-mail today. It's official, the first day of orientation is July 27th and only 3 days. Lucky you as most of the sessions were boring with just a lot of talk/info we could have learned in 10 mins dragged out to an hour.

Health insurance..... If you have a nice packet, just submit proof you have it and they will not bill you for it. The prices were comparable to blue shield or $20 less a month for a similar package on an individual plan. The plan is Destiny Health, with 3 different plans. I might get the recommended plan as I noticed I don't get check ups on a regular basis if when I had to pay out of my pocket. That's bad coming from someone who wants to be a physician herself. :laugh: Right now I'm paying $42 a month from a cali health ppo plan that covers only catastrophic (ie hospitalization and emergencies with a hefty deductable) or until I reach out of pocket costs of $3K or so a year. Catastrophic insurance is all the school requires you to carry. They also have a great dental and vision package as well which I plan i purchasing.

About classes: RELAX enjoy your summer as school will start in 2 months! Ask questions during orientation. As far as books go, I can't speak for the M1's as I was an AP. I think you need the histo, ICM and netter for anatomy (don't buy it yet...... because AMSA can get you a sweet deal...... free if u join ama or something like that) As far as MCB, Physio and Embryo, the notes are really good, and I only used an old book as a reference.


Thnks for all the info! I was just wondering if you knew what was going on with the probation status. I loved the school when I visitied but I am just a little afraid of what will happen is they lose accreditation. Also, what us better in terms of housing, the university apartments or woodlands for a single bedroom? I got offered a single bedroom on campus but I don't know which ones are nicer. I have seen the woodland apartments and they are really nice but how are the university apartments? Thank you so much for the updates :)

For those interested, I went to basically all the different apartment communities around the school and decided on Northern Crossing in Waukegan. Its only about a 5-8 minute drive. They had the best and newest looking interiors. Its a gated community as well. I thought about the woodlands and the dorms, but decided that for about the same amount of money I'd rather have something nicer. Plus I think the little distance will be beneficial for my study habits. I'm sure people might have not gotten the same impressions from the other apartments, but this is just from what I saw. I went to woodlands, but they wanted me to sign on an apartment but did not have anything to show me besides the little pamphlet. That irked me. So anyway, if anyone has any specific questions about the other off campus places, PM me. Oh and thanks the Orchid for the updates on orientation.

Go with the dorms! It's about the same amount of money. The 1 BR's in Phase II are around 970 a month I think. The same as the dorm. The dorm's rent includes gas, cable and internet service. Only live in Woodlands if you get Phase II and a two bedroom/two bath apt so u can save money. In woodlands, they may give you Phase I, which is totally not worth it compared to the dorms.

Probation status, honestly? I don't think anybody here is worried about it. I'm not. Haven't heard anybody mention it since orientation of 2004.

Thnks for all the info! I was just wondering if you knew what was going on with the probation status. I loved the school when I visitied but I am just a little afraid of what will happen is they lose accreditation. Also, what us better in terms of housing, the university apartments or woodlands for a single bedroom? I got offered a single bedroom on campus but I don't know which ones are nicer. I have seen the woodland apartments and they are really nice but how are the university apartments? Thank you so much for the updates :)

hey did anyone get an email from ros franklin? I think I received something and I accidently deleted it before I read it/ I am nto even sure what it was about , but just wanted to see if someone got an email yesterday as well. Maybe about orientation?

I haven't gotten anything yet after the initial acceptance email. But if they do send something out I'll let you know! =)

hey did anyone get an email from ros franklin? I think I received something and I accidently deleted it before I read it/ I am nto even sure what it was about , but just wanted to see if someone got an email yesterday as well. Maybe about orientation?
I only received an email from their Alumni office, mentioning about the BBQ party. I am not sure if this is the email you received. If you want the email, PM me, and I can forward the email to you.

Thnks for all the info! I was just wondering if you knew what was going on with the probation status. I loved the school when I visitied but I am just a little afraid of what will happen is they lose accreditation. Also, what us better in terms of housing, the university apartments or woodlands for a single bedroom? I got offered a single bedroom on campus but I don't know which ones are nicer. I have seen the woodland apartments and they are really nice but how are the university apartments? Thank you so much for the updates :)

I was in N.Chicago a few days early for my interview, and spent time doing the tourist thing. I also drove around campus, and someone was moving out of the dorms... being the overly social person I am, I walked up, introduced myself, and basically peppered them with questions. I talked to someone walking by (who had just finished being an MS-1... yay for him!) and also the family of the person moving out.

They offered to let me into the dorms to look around, so I jumped at the opportunity. I looked at a 1-bedroom dorm (which was SOOOOO *not* a "dorm" as I recalled from living in them at Cal Poly). The entrance-way opened directly into a living room, with a very small kitchen (kitchenette?) to the immediate left of the doorway. The bedroom opened off of the livingroom, and included a small bathroom. The dorms were new, had nice high cielings, and I was suitably impressed.

Unfortunately, I'm both sure that the dorms are full, and equally sure that I'd miss my cat... so (if i get in... supposed to hear tomorrow???) it's apartments for me. Woodland looked nice, but pets are only allowed in Phase II. I actually liked Forest Pointe, and they have a deal going... high 800's for a 1 bedroom (a decrease of 100 a month). They're 7 minutes to RFUMS (which i didn't believe, but checked... they were right! :D ). I didn't look at any other apartment complexes.

What I liked about Forest Pointe was that due to proximity to Abbot, they have a high percentage of professional tennants, and the place was a freakin ghost town during business hours on a week day... meaning the occupants were out working. They don't accept section 8, which was good too.

This question is for anybody who wishes to answer...I know it's probably highly variable...but how long after your interview did you hear back from RFU about acceptance? Did you get an email or a letter in the mail?

This question is for anybody who wishes to answer...I know it's probably highly variable...but how long after your interview did you hear back from RFU about acceptance? Did you get an email or a letter in the mail?

I actually had to wait a couple of months before I heard back. I interviewed in November and was accepted in february/March. They notify you by snail mail but if you call and ask them they will let you know when your application will be looked at by the committee and when you should expect to hear back. Good Luck !! :luck: :luck:

I actually had to wait a couple of months before I heard back. I interviewed in November and was accepted in february/March. They notify you by snail mail but if you call and ask them they will let you know when your application will be looked at by the committee and when you should expect to hear back. Good Luck !! :luck: :luck:

I am going to medical school...it feels so darn good to type those words. I will see you all soon. I am from Atlanta, and very much looking forward to moving to Chi-Town. See you soon!!!

I feel like we should have rec'd something from RF by now regarding when school starts, what orientation entails, how long its for, what time to report, when and where to report...
I know we still have 2 months but if anyone's like me, I will be out of the country for the next month an a half and kinda wanted to have everything set before i leave.
My family has also been bugging me about this white coat ceremony thing and I don't even know when it is.
They will be flying cross country to see the thing. Any ideas? :confused:

I feel you on that...I have been checking the website daily with no updates. Glad to hear orientation starts 7/27, but it would be nice to get some official correspondence from RFU...but hey, I'm in so I will sit tight for a little while longer.

I feel you on that...I have been checking the website daily with no updates. Glad to hear orientation starts 7/27, but it would be nice to get some official correspondence from RFU...but hey, I'm in so I will sit tight for a little while longer.

just a suggestion. If you have since moved out of your local/mailing address listed on AMCAS, I highly recommend that you give the school an update. I know of one person who didn't get info about the white coat ceremony until a month after school started because she didn't give them an update. Hopefully that helps! In the meantime, get your immunization records taken cared of!

just a suggestion. If you have since moved out of your local/mailing address listed on AMCAS, I highly recommend that you give the school an update. I know of one person who didn't get info about the white coat ceremony until a month after school started because she didn't give them an update. Hopefully that helps! In the meantime, get your immunization records taken cared of!

oh ya !! The immunization stuff. Thanks for remind me :D I totally forgot about that. Crap... I hope I don't have to get any more shots :p

oh ya !! The immunization stuff. Thanks for remind me :D I totally forgot about that. Crap... I hope I don't have to get any more shots :p

I have to get a tetanus shot :scared: Have you seen the size of that needle????

because i was hoping to get into another school, i have no yet completed my fafsa or found a place to live (i am on the waitlists at both the dorms and the woodlands). i am starting to realize that i am probably going to end up in north chicago after all, and i am getting stressed about making all of these arrangements. anyone in the same boat?

[QUOTE=lumaya]Anyone looking for a roommate? I'll be going there in fall as a member of the AP program...Hurrah! I think i'm living at the woodlands but I gotta check it out in a week. I'm F/NS PM for more info![/QUOTE
Hi lumaya,
It's actually my first post here and I was wondering if you could answer my question. I applied to CMS for this year but when I called they said that adcom transferred my ap from CMS to AP/Master's program. I am planning to contact them soon, but I was hoping that you could enlighten me about this program. What it's all about? :confused:
Thanks

because i was hoping to get into another school, i have no yet completed my fafsa or found a place to live (i am on the waitlists at both the dorms and the woodlands). i am starting to realize that i am probably going to end up in north chicago after all, and i am getting stressed about making all of these arrangements. anyone in the same boat?

Hi Katklink. I'm holding out til the end of June. I haven't been posting much on this thread since I am hoping for another spot. Don't wanna rain on someone else's parade, ya know. But if I end up at Ros Franklin, I'll still be happy! :)

Hi guys/gals,

Just finished my first year at Rosalind Franklin/CMS and will be an M2 next year.

With regards to some Q's:

1) In my opinion and that of many others, the dorms are 'nicer' than the woodlands. I prefer living there, you get your own bathroom (even if you share the apartment with a roomate) and the buildings are very new and well designed. Here's a helpful hint: if you can try to get buildings 101 or 201 because they are abit closer to the main buildings (building 301 is just behind these 2). Price wise the dorms/woodlands are pretty equal when you factor EVERYTHING in (gas, heat, a/c etc...)

2) For those of you still deciding between schools, I was in the same boat last year between 2 schools. I chose CMS because of its amazing facilities (anatomy lab), financial aid and staff support, looking back I am VERY glad I made this decision. I honestly feel that I'm getting an amazing education at CMS and feel that this is a top notch medical school. Yes, it is pricey, as most private med schools in the US, but I really feel that the money is worth while the education.

3) As for those taking Anatomy over the summer, VERY SMART, our first year last year was very front loaded, and I wished I could have gotten Anatomy completed in the summer. HOWEVER, I do feel that Anatomy is better learned over a long time period, it is a very intense course (in terms of lots of memorization).

4) North Chicago is a nice peaceful area, you won't be distracted while studying. I also find the campus very safe. You do need a car though to get to the grocery store and back, so if you don't have one get to know people that do!

5) and yes, don't forget about the immunizations, get those out of the way as soon as possible

6) finally..... as for textbooks, I STRONGLY recommend that you wait until your classes begin to buy books. I know every year there is an M1/M2 book sale at the beginning of the year as well. I bought many books last summer than I didn't need, however some did come in useful (ie: Anatomy atlases!). SO WAIT until classes begin to really see if you need books.

OK if anyone has any questions feel free to ask :)

Anyone know about laptop requirements at RFUMS??? I just purchased an iBook and am worried the school is not mac friendly...

just a suggestion. If you have since moved out of your local/mailing address listed on AMCAS, I highly recommend that you give the school an update. I know of one person who didn't get info about the white coat ceremony until a month after school started because she didn't give them an update. Hopefully that helps! In the meantime, get your immunization records taken cared of!

Thanks Orchid...no AMCAS update necessary in my case though! Thanks for the reminder about immunizaitons. I have to take care of Hep B (but I don't think I will finish the series b4 school starts) and tetanus! I will get on that this week. Again thanks!

Anyone know about laptop requirements at RFUMS??? I just purchased an iBook and am worried the school is not mac friendly...

Hey, although laptops are recommended, I don't find them necessary. There are also alot of people that don't even have computers... the school has these in the library and you can use them 24hrs/7days.

Does the waitlist usually get much movement? I'm told there are still a few people with multiple acceptances but they have filled some spots with their AP people.

Does the waitlist usually get much movement? I'm told there are still a few people with multiple acceptances but they have filled some spots with their AP people.
hey arb! I am also in the same limbo. Do you know how many people are still in this pool. I was told that they were going to accept some students during the last adcom meeting but they only accepted people from their AP program and now there are no seats left period. Let me know if you find out more. I doubt they are going to be accepting more people.
God bless.
kid.

Hey i heard at least 5 former AP's that are going to decline their acceptances and go to another med school, so that may potentially open some spots. Declaration of intents should be all in by next week, so may be you guys will hear some news. I'm pretty sure there are always a ton of people accepted at CMS and waiting to get off of a waitlist elsewhere. The only bad thing is our start date is so early (orientation July 27th!) so u know.....

Good luck, hope you hear something in the next couple of weeks.

hey arb! I am also in the same limbo. Do you know how many people are still in this pool. I was told that they were going to accept some students during the last adcom meeting but they only accepted people from their AP program and now there are no seats left period. Let me know if you find out more. I doubt they are going to be accepting more people.
God bless.
kid.

i am dropping my acceptance guys. good luck!!!

Yeah congrats! :)

I will be giving up my spot next week also. Good Luck everyone ! :luck:

Katklink and DoctorMalki, where are ya'll going? Good luck!! :D

Katklink and DoctorMalki, where are ya'll going? Good luck!! :D

Wake Forest :)

Well, being that there hasn't been much waitlist movement elsewhere in the country, I'm starting to make my plans to come to North Chicago. I finally sent in my financial aid today (although I went with T.H.E., instead of Sallie Mae and Medloans, hope that's not a problem), and I'm going to be going to look for a place to live July 7-9. Any suggestions? Wish me luck!

P.S. This thread needs more action :D

is RF going to send us the paper version of the orientation package?

Good question. I would imagine no, since that would cost the school more, and you can just print off what you want to.

I am told a Rosalind student needs a car because there is no public transportation system and no grocery store or shopping mall within walking distance. I may shop for a used car upon arrival and any tips will be much appreciated. Also, how are auto insurance rates in North Chicago (just liability insurance)? Thanks.

So I've been in constant communication with David in the admissions office, for those of you who may be on waitlists I'm sure you know who I'm talking about. The list isn't moving as fast as I'd hoped, but last I heard they needed 7 more drops to begin taking students from the waitlist. Still holding out for a CMS spot =).

Anyway, I've been accepted into their AP program and am definitely going to be in the North Chicago area next year, but I don't have a lot of time to shop around for living arrangements. Northern Crossing sounds like the best bet, as I've talked to woodlands and the dorms. Dorm waitlist is about 100 strong, so thats Out of the question. Woodlands has zero one bedrooms available. Anybody have any other recommendations on where to look? The only other place I've seen mentioned repeatedly is Northern Crossing.

And if anybody is looking for a roommate pm me. 22/m/ns. Currently debating the monetary consequences of living alone, but as I had the roommate from hell this year... (he has a fifth of whiskey or case of beer a day habit and refuses to smoke outside, this being said you can imagine his hygeine habits) I'm not opposed to a roommate, as long as you're easygoing, and a non-smoker. That's all I care about.

Oh, and I'm from Northwest Chicago area (and I bleed cubbie blue) so any of you cali kids curious about just how bad the snow might be around there or whatever you want to know, well yeah. pm away.

So I've been in constant communication with David in the admissions office, for those of you who may be on waitlists I'm sure you know who I'm talking about. The list isn't moving as fast as I'd hoped, but last I heard they needed 7 more drops to begin taking students from the waitlist. Still holding out for a CMS spot =).

Anyway, I've been accepted into their AP program and am definitely going to be in the North Chicago area next year, but I don't have a lot of time to shop around for living arrangements. Northern Crossing sounds like the best bet, as I've talked to woodlands and the dorms. Dorm waitlist is about 100 strong, so thats Out of the question. Woodlands has zero one bedrooms available. Anybody have any other recommendations on where to look? The only other place I've seen mentioned repeatedly is Northern Crossing.

And if anybody is looking for a roommate pm me. 22/m/ns. Currently debating the monetary consequences of living alone, but as I had the roommate from hell this year... (he has a fifth of whiskey or case of beer a day habit and refuses to smoke outside, this being said you can imagine his hygeine habits) I'm not opposed to a roommate, as long as you're easygoing, and a non-smoker. That's all I care about.

Oh, and I'm from Northwest Chicago area (and I bleed cubbie blue) so any of you cali kids curious about just how bad the snow might be around there or whatever you want to know, well yeah. pm away.
i heard different things regarding about the car. Is a Corolla good enough in snow condition? or should i buy a 'stronger' car?

i heard different things regarding about the car. Is a Corolla good enough in snow condition? or should i buy a 'stronger' car?

Your Corolla should be fine in the snow. Front wheel drive is a plus, at least better than rear wheel, but all wheel or 4 wheel is best. You don't have to go buy a jeep to survive a winter in Chicago, as I manage to pilot my neon without much a problem. My only advice to you is be very cautious your first time driving in the snow. Maybe go to an empty parking lot and practice if you're really nervous, but no worries, you'll be just fine.

Your Corolla should be fine in the snow. Front wheel drive is a plus, at least better than rear wheel, but all wheel or 4 wheel is best. You don't have to go buy a jeep to survive a winter in Chicago, as I manage to pilot my neon without much a problem. My only advice to you is be very cautious your first time driving in the snow. Maybe go to an empty parking lot and practice if you're really nervous, but no worries, you'll be just fine.
any update on the waitlist ?

is RF going to send us the paper version of the orientation package?

Paper version?? I have not recieved any version. Where we supposed to have been e-mailed something pertaining to orientation?
The only thing I saw on their web site is the class schedule.
What up?

any update on the waitlist ?

i'm wondering the same thing.. at least until i get off it... but side note, should we be working on amcas for reapplying? i know it'd be dumb to submit amcas, burn $1000, then get off the waitlist and find all that work unnecessary. but i think it'd be worst to never get off the waitlist, and then find myself submitting amcas late july, early august, in the "applied late" pile... shoot.. LOSE LOSE SITUATION!!

i'm wondering the same thing.. at least until i get off it... but side note, should we be working on amcas for reapplying? i know it'd be dumb to submit amcas, burn $1000, then get off the waitlist and find all that work unnecessary. but i think it'd be worst to never get off the waitlist, and then find myself submitting amcas late july, early august, in the "applied late" pile... shoot.. LOSE LOSE SITUATION!!

Today I called the admission's office and was told that 5 people have to drop before they give acceptances off of the waitlist. So this may or may not happen in a week or two.

Echinoderm -- you could submit amcas to just one or two schools and then add more if you don't get in. That way you won't lose all the money. Or, you can start working on it and not submit till the end of July.

Paper version?? I have not recieved any version. Where we supposed to have been e-mailed something pertaining to orientation?
The only thing I saw on their web site is the class schedule.
What up?


Didn't you get the "yea, we're off probation" email? A link to pre-matriculation info was in that email. Here ya go. (http://rosalindfranklin.edu/packetinfo.cfm)

Does anyone know when the white coat ceremony is? I can't find it anywhere.

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i just got a call this morning. i'm off the waitlist! for everyone still on the list, that means they're definitely processing it cause they told me the same thing about 5 ppl, etc.

white coat ceremony is july 29.

can i hop on someone's back for on-campus housing? PM me if so... otherwise lemme know if anyone neeeds to a roomie.
CONGRATS :) that is soooo awsome :) if you have any Q's about CMS PM me... I'm a second year med student

Once again CONGRATS :) :)

ocean11, do you have any recommendations for off-campus housing? I'll be down next week to look for a place. I've looked at the apartments listed on the website using apartments.com.

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Has anyone moved to the area yet? I just moved into the Woodlands and thought I'd get started on meeting ppl. I'm somewhat familiar with chicago but not the area up here. Anyone wanna go exploring with me? PM me!!! =)

Also, looking for someone to see War of the Worlds at IMAX with!!

Has anyone moved to the area yet? I just moved into the Woodlands and thought I'd get started on meeting ppl. I'm somewhat familiar with chicago but not the area up here. Anyone wanna go exploring with me? PM me!!! =)

Also, looking for someone to see War of the Worlds at IMAX with!!


I'm not going to be moving until right before school starts (i.e. July 25!! :eek: ), but I think that it would be awesome if a bunch of us got together either right before or during orientation. I'm not really sure what orientation has for us socially, but I think it would be fun. :)

I am also going to give up my spot at chicago med today at noontime

hey, which school are u gonna end up going to?

I move in July 22nd up in Northern Crossing (AP still waiting on a CMS spot). Looking forward to orientation and meeting all of you. Despite being from about 45 minutes away I don't know anybody up in the waukegan area, as I am from Schaumburg. Keep me posted on any get togethers. In addition I'll be in Schaumburg all week this week, and on campus somewhat tracking down financial aid people, anybody in the area wants to meet up PM me. Again, if anybody want's to know anything about the area, feel free to contact me. :)

anybody else dropping their spot this week? :confused:

Hey y'all..congrats on those who got into this school..it's a wonderful place! I am selling my furniture since I'll be going back to Texas for school. I have all the bare necessities (including the best bed ever) and more. If interested, PM me with your e-mail address.

txko

I'm not really sure what orientation has for us socially, but I think it would be fun. :)

There will be a social event every night of orientation and saturday evening as well. Save your money to relax before the craziness begins.

the events are: going to cubby bear (a hangout place i think), individual group events depending each person's liking, going to a bar/club, and Navy Pier saturday followed by clubbing. I think the club on saturday may be a little pricey, but it's unlimited drinks.

There will be a social event every night of orientation and saturday evening as well. Save your money to relax before the craziness begins.

the events are: going to cubby bear (a hangout place i think), individual group events depending each person's liking, going to a bar/club, and Navy Pier saturday followed by clubbing. I think the club on saturday may be a little pricey, but it's unlimited drinks.


Yeah!!! :D

Well guys, I hate to break it to ya, but I'm dropping my spot this week. Good luck to everyone! :) :luck:

Well guys, I hate to break it to ya, but I'm dropping my spot this week. Good luck to everyone! :) :luck:

Dropping your spot? Good news for me I suppose, but where are you heading instead? Good luck wherever you go!

Dropping your spot? Good news for me I suppose, but where are you heading instead? Good luck wherever you go!


I'm going to MCW. I got the call when I was 1/2 hour away from looking at apartments in Waukegan/Gurnee. Craziness. MCW is way cheaper for me since I'm a WI resident. Good luck to all of you waiting!! :luck: It's a great school. I feel bad saying no to them. :o I'm overnighting my letter tomorrow.

hi, this is for any former ap'ers. does anyone know if the 3 yr exp. for the mcat applies to aps who are applying to the md prog. im in the program but took the mcat in 2002 so it isn't valid for most schools for this app cycle. don't really want to take it if i don't have to. thanks!

hi, this is for any former ap'ers. does anyone know if the 3 yr exp. for the mcat applies to aps who are applying to the md prog. im in the program but took the mcat in 2002 so it isn't valid for most schools for this app cycle. don't really want to take it if i don't have to. thanks!

You should call the admissions office for CMS (remember to mention to them you are in AP) or talk to Dr. Pullen. I'm assuming you don't have to retake the MCATs, but I'd ask just to be on the safe side.

Hey all. Ill be joining you guys in a couple of weeks for good. Just wanted to say whats up to everyone. Now Ill finally get to meet you mysterious SDNers in person :laugh:

See ya soon!!

Anyone still looking for housing?? My roommate got off the waitlist at Howard and so I'm in a desperate search for a replacement. I'm F/NS/incoming AP. I'm at Woodlands Phase 2 1st floor apt. Call for more info (352)208-2267 ( I don't have easy access to internet right now) Thanks!!!

anatomy lab starts tomorrow!!

What is there to do around the campus?

Any nice places to study near the campus? Cafes, starbucks,......etc?