Who has been accepted to the postbacc. program? I received mine, but I wanted to know who else has or who just completed the program...b/c I have a few questions.

I did too, as i posted in the other thread. What questions do u have? i will try to help...

I took the LECOM post bacc program the spring of 2002. I can answer what ever questions you might have. It's really "mini medical school" and is great preparation for the real thing. Let me know what you need.

oh thats great to have someone who completed the program answer some questions. I have some questions myself....

What percentage of successful students are admitted into LECOM after the program? and, would we be able to apply to other DO and MD schools afterwards? in other words, does excelling in the program enhance your application to both allopathic and osteopathic medical schools?

Thanks much :thumbup:

I took the LECOM post bacc program the spring of 2002. I can answer what ever questions you might have. It's really "mini medical school" and is great preparation for the real thing. Let me know what you need.


Can you describe a typical schedule of classes during each semester? How many students were in the post-bacc. program? I think I heard that you some classes with the medical students? How helpful are the instructors? How are the tests?

Can you describe a typical schedule of classes during each semester? How many students were in the post-bacc. program? I think I heard that you some classes with the medical students? How helpful are the instructors? How are the tests?

To continue on...When do the classes usually begin? How soon did you have been in the program get to Erie? What apartments do you recommend that is in close proximity to the school?

mmm...i guess its just me and drjds this fall...lol

mmm...i guess its just me and drjds this fall...lol


Well if that's the case...when will you be moving to Erie? When did you get your acceptance letter? Have they already mailed you back the information regarding the program after you mailed your agreement to accept being accepted (you know what I mean)? I hadn't gotten my information, yet. Do you know when classes start?

I got accepted mid-april. yes, I sent in the agreement but still havent recieved anything yet. I just emailed them yesterday, they said that i should have recieved housing information by now (which i didnt), and financial aid info will be sent soon. i dont know what day classes start, but i assume early sept. email them to let them know u didnt receive anything yet, otherwise they will never know. Im going to Erie this weekend to check things out, probably moving sometime in august... what about u?

I just got the housing packet in the mail...so you should be getting one too, i guess.

What percentage of successful students are admitted into LECOM after the program? and, would we be able to apply to other DO and MD schools afterwards? in other words, does excelling in the program enhance your application to both allopathic and osteopathic medical schools?



I would say from my post bacc class approx 95% were admitted to the LECOM DO program the following fall. Of the other 5% either went to medical school somewhere else or podiatry school. I know of one student who did not apply because he could not get his undergrad grades released to apply.
You can apply to any school you want, you just apply to school through AMCAS or AACOMAS like you would usually. Yes, the program enhances your chances because of the level of the coursework - what they do is give you the first semester of medical school over that year. More time to learn the material you will see again.

Can you describe a typical schedule of classes during each semester? How many students were in the post-bacc. program? I think I heard that you some classes with the medical students? How helpful are the instructors? How are the tests?

THe classes in post-bacc cover the same topics as the first semester of medical school. Anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pharm, micro, path, immunology. I don't really remember the "schedule", there is anatomy every week and the others are taught around anatomy. It really depends on the profs schedules during the day classes.

No, you do not take any classes with the medical students. They attend during the day, post bacc is in the evening 6-9pm Mon-Thurs.

The insturctors are the best. They really give you a lot of time should you need it. THey are at school during the day so if you needed help they are available.

The tests are set up like standard board exams. All multiple choice. The anatomy in post bacc does not include lab or dissection but you do get one day to see the bodies in the lab and Dr. Buck goes through how the lab works and you get a chance to ask the volunteer med students questions about anatomy practicles, etc.

I think the post bacc class I was in had about 50 students, a nice small group.

To continue on...When do the classes usually begin? How soon did you have been in the program get to Erie? What apartments do you recommend that is in close proximity to the school?

I only took the second semester of post bacc, but I think the first semester starts in Sept after the med students have been there about a month.


How soon did you have been in the program get to Erie? What does this mean?? Confused???

Appts: There are plenty of housing options close to the school. Many students stay at WIllowwood which is nice and very inexpensive. But anything that's on Peach, Grandview, Zuck road, or W 38th are all close. I know a lot of folks are unhappy at Granada off of Kuntz so steer clear. I never lived in an appt so I don't really know. You would have to give me a specific address and I can tell you how far it is.

I only took the second semester of post bacc, but I think the first semester starts in Sept after the med students have been there about a month.


How soon did you have been in the program get to Erie? What does this mean?? Confused???

Appts: There are plenty of housing options close to the school. Many students stay at WIllowwood which is nice and very inexpensive. But anything that's on Peach, Grandview, Zuck road, or W 38th are all close. I know a lot of folks are unhappy at Granada off of Kuntz so steer clear. I never lived in an appt so I don't really know. You would have to give me a specific address and I can tell you how far it is.

I must have been sleepy when I wrote the above questions...I see I made a lot of grammatical errors. I guess I was asking, "For those who have already been in the program, how soon did y'all get to Erie before the program started?"

I must have been sleepy when I wrote the above questions...I see I made a lot of grammatical errors. I guess I was asking, "For those who have already been in the program, how soon did y'all get to Erie before the program started?"


I moved to Erie in July because I was in the DO program (class 2005) and got there 2.5 weeks early to set up my house, figure out where the post office was, the school, my kids school, the grocery stores, etc. I like to know ahead of time. I would think for a single person a week would suffice.

I had a lot of difficulty in the DO program due to personal issues and things that happened so the school put me in the post-bacc program the second half to give me some help and keep me enrolled. It's a great program - it really saved me. So I graduate here in 4 weeks, class 2006.

I moved to Erie in July because I was in the DO program (class 2005) and got there 2.5 weeks early to set up my house, figure out where the post office was, the school, my kids school, the grocery stores, etc. I like to know ahead of time. I would think for a single person a week would suffice.

I had a lot of difficulty in the DO program due to personal issues and things that happened so the school put me in the post-bacc program the second half to give me some help and keep me enrolled. It's a great program - it really saved me. So I graduate here in 4 weeks, class 2006.

Congratulations on your graduation! Thank you for answering my questions.

You are welcome, let me know if you have any other questions

just a thought.....I was wondering, why do they ask us to provide roomate information on the form that u send back to "accept being accepted"?

just a thought.....I was wondering, why do they ask us to provide roomate information on the form that u send back to "accept being accepted"?

They probably use the same form from the medical school side where students get paired up as roommates based on certain preferences. That's the only thing I can think of.

but they dont have housing for med students either. I think maybe they will send us a list of students in case we are looking for roomates... :confused:

but they dont have housing for med students either. I think maybe they will send us a list of students in case we are looking for roomates... :confused:


Yea, I am quite sure that's what they are planning to do.

but they dont have housing for med students either. I think maybe they will send us a list of students in case we are looking for roomates... :confused:

Yes, when the list is put together then you will get a copy and decide who you want to contact as a potential roommate based on the survey that was filled out.

ok thank you :thumbup:

Yea, I am quite sure that's what they are planning to do.

Did you recieve anything from lecom lately?

Did you recieve anything from lecom lately?

No, I haven't, still waiting.

No, I haven't, still waiting.


I received a letter from LECOM today. It has the list of people who requested to be on the roommate list. Did any of you request to be on this list?

I received a letter from LECOM today. It has the list of people who requested to be on the roommate list. Did any of you request to be on this list?

Yeah, i recieved it too. I am on the list, although I still dont know if i will be needing a roomate. I also recieved an email from one of the people on the list...nice to get to know fellow students already. :thumbup:

I received a letter from LECOM today. It has the list of people who requested to be on the roommate list. Did any of you request to be on this list?

So will you be attending the program or still not sure? I went to Erie again the other day. LECOM had an open house-type of event. I really loved the school, the city, the faculty and the students i met. Also, I have much more appreciation for osteopathic medicine now. It was great. Just wanted to share...they will be having another one in june and in july, you should go if you can. :)

So will you be attending the program or still not sure? I went to Erie again the other day. LECOM had an open house-type of event. I really loved the school, the city, the faculty and the students i met. Also, I have much more appreciation for osteopathic medicine now. It was great. Just wanted to share...they will be having another one in june and in july, you should go if you can. :)

My name is also on the list, but I'm not sure if I would like to have a roommate or not. And no, I am still not sure if I am attending LECOM or not (I'm still waiting on another letter from another school). I did visit there in March and also in April last year. I had an interview this past March and I accompanied a friend to her interview in April 2005. Because I stay thousands of miles away, I'm not sure if I will be making the open-house events. I will let you know when I decide for sure on LECOM. Just out of curiosity, are you an underrepresented minority?

Yeah, i recieved it too. I am on the list, although I still dont know if i will be needing a roomate. I also recieved an email from one of the people on the list...nice to get to know fellow students already. :thumbup:

I also think I realize who you are on the list.

Hi I'm interested in applying to the program, but I'm not sure if this is for me. I wanted to know, will this help me to boost my academic record (provided I do well)? I've looked at the curriculum and its med school courses, so how does the grading system work? Thanks in advance!

My name is also on the list, but I'm not sure if I would like to have a roommate or not. And no, I am still not sure if I am attending LECOM or not (I'm still waiting on another letter from another school). I did visit there in March and also in April last year. I had an interview this past March and I accompanied a friend to her interview in April 2005. Because I stay thousands of miles away, I'm not sure if I will be making the open-house events. I will let you know when I decide for sure on LECOM. Just out of curiosity, are you an underrepresented minority?

No, i am not considered an underrepresented minority. And yes, my name is the only one that starts with an A, so you know im the first one on the list :p

Hi I'm interested in applying to the program, but I'm not sure if this is for me. I wanted to know, will this help me to boost my academic record (provided I do well)? I've looked at the curriculum and its med school courses, so how does the grading system work? Thanks in advance!

Hi,
I think it will surely boost your academic record, since its a post bac program. and as i know, if you do well in the program, you have a much higher chance of getting into med school (not just lecom) since the classes are basically first year material. Im not exactly sure how the grading system works. If youre thinking of applying for this fall, you still have time. I went to the open house last week, and they said that they are still accepting applications. :luck:

Thanks DrA, I think I read somewhere the deadline is August 1st, but for some reason, I can't find the deadline anywhere. :confused:

Whoops I just found it on their site. Yeah its August 1st.

hmm now i'm just trying to find out about their grading system.

Whoops I just found it on their site. Yeah its August 1st.

hmm now i'm just trying to find out about their grading system.


They seem to give you only basic info on the site. I wish they had some FAQs. The guy who helps w/ the program, Brian Simonsen, seems to always be willing to answer questions. I just hate calling sometimes, b/c I seem to always forget what I wanted to ask. I guess I should write it down. Dr.A, are you waiting to hear from other schools?

They seem to give you only basic info on the site. I wish they had some FAQs. The guy who helps w/ the program, Brian Simonsen, seems to always be willing to answer questions. I just hate calling sometimes, b/c I seem to always forget what I wanted to ask. I guess I should write it down. Dr.A, are you waiting to hear from other schools?

Thanks drjds, I think I'll try to contact him. Lets see what he says.

They seem to give you only basic info on the site. I wish they had some FAQs. The guy who helps w/ the program, Brian Simonsen, seems to always be willing to answer questions. I just hate calling sometimes, b/c I seem to always forget what I wanted to ask. I guess I should write it down. Dr.A, are you waiting to hear from other schools?

Yeah, Brian is a very nice guy, even when I met him in person. He will answer any questions. No, im not waiting to hear from any schools. This year is my first time applying actually. I didnt plan on attending this program earlier, but since I didnt do well on the mcat twice, I thought I should have a backup plan just in case. Plus I didnt want to waste a year just sitting around. The LECOM post bac seemed to be a good oppurtunity for my case. :cool:

Yeah, Brian is a very nice guy, even when I met him in person. He will answer any questions. No, im not waiting to hear from any schools. This year is my first time applying actually. I didnt plan on attending this program earlier, but since I didnt do well on the mcat twice, I thought I should have a backup plan just in case. Plus I didnt want to waste a year just sitting around. The LECOM post bac seemed to be a good oppurtunity for my case. :cool:


The same for me...

Hello, I completed the post-bacc program last year, and can say that I couldn't have gotten into medical school without it (TUCOM-CA, c/o 2010) So I wish you all the best.

Now for grades, if you look at the schedule:

http://www.lecom.edu/lecom/application/post-bac.asp

...you'll see the classes for each semester as well as the credit breakdown. You'll take exams for each subject and subsequently, earn grades for each. A's are given 4.0 points, and so on. Those grades are multiplied by the corresponding credits for each class and then divided by 60 (Total # units multiplied by 4.0) to arrive at a cumulative percentage for the semester.

I'm sure you or others viewing this thread will have more questions to come, so please don't hesistate to shoot me a PM, and then I'll answer them in public so all can see...I don't always check the Postbaccalaureate forum. Please bear with me however, as I exist in the land of the employed; and will respond as quickly as I can.

-Bert

hi everyone!

I have ALSO been accepted into fall 2006!! however, i am a predent student and am wondering if it is still doable as a pre dental??

my acceptance letter says that I must maintain a 3.0 and take the mcat and get above a 20.....but I DO NOT PLAN on taking the mcat again. so any opinions from you guys in here?

will it still be beneficial to complete this program but am NOT pursuing medicine?

? :)

hi everyone!

I have ALSO been accepted into fall 2006!! however, i am a predent student and am wondering if it is still doable as a pre dental??

my acceptance letter says that I must maintain a 3.0 and take the mcat and get above a 20.....but I DO NOT PLAN on taking the mcat again. so any opinions from you guys in here?

will it still be beneficial to complete this program but am NOT pursuing medicine?

? :)

Do everyone's letter say that you have to get above a 20 on the MCAT?

Do everyone's letter say that you have to get above a 20 on the MCAT?

Mine didnt say anything about the mcat.

hi everyone!

I have ALSO been accepted into fall 2006!! however, i am a predent student and am wondering if it is still doable as a pre dental??

my acceptance letter says that I must maintain a 3.0 and take the mcat and get above a 20.....but I DO NOT PLAN on taking the mcat again. so any opinions from you guys in here?

will it still be beneficial to complete this program but am NOT pursuing medicine?

? :)

Why did u take the mcat if you are pre-dental? Im not sure if this program would be best for you if you plan on going to dental school. I think the main purpose of the program is to gain admission to medical school, but also to enhance your application or raise your grades to go into other health professions. Check what classes are taken in the first year of dental school and see if they are the same as those in the post bac program. You can also PM Maishaldan, since he has completed the program.
I think they ask you to retake the mcat only if you want to be guaranteed an interview at lecom, which you wont be needing.

Mine didnt say anything about the mcat.

I guess you had a pretty decent MCAT score then.

Two of you PM'ed me questions, so I'll be answering here since their questions that I'm sure others have as well. Also, I'm including a portion of some PM's that I exchanged with students who like you were waiting to start the program this time last year.

So with your questions first:

1. Should I look into this program if I am only interested in DO schools?

The program should help you get into medschool, whether MD/DO. For those curious about allo schools; one friend of mine got into an MD school in North Dakota. IMPORTANT NOTE : Attending this program DOES NOT require you to apply to LECOM's or any other DO school. Another friend of mine applied to dental school last year.

2. How often are tests administered for each course? Are they all multiple-choice?

The first exam was given after 5 lectures, I think. After that, there is a rapid acceleration in terms of material covered in lecture as well as the number of lectures covered for each exam. You will notice this, they've got to see if you're truly medschool caliber. Yes, the test questions are all "Guess-tron" Also, the test questions are the very same ones used for the med-students; post-bacc'ers just won't get tested on the entire bank.




Now, the excerpt from a PM I sent a year ago. I guess he wanted to know my stats

I’m going to apologize ahead of time ‘cause there will be redundant info as I’ve answered similar questions in other PM’s

My MCAT score: 28O: PS: 8; VR: 11; BS: 9; WS: O. FYI: Average accepted MCAT for LECOM '08: 23.

Quote:
That was incredibly helpful. I think I'm highly leaning on going there provided they accept me. Few more q's and I think I'll be set. For the classes, I know there are several you take during the semesters, does each day have a new class or does each class have multiple lectures pertaining to different subjects? So slacks/shirt/tie but can i wear a hat..(force of habit)? Are there different ph'd professors for each subject or how does that work and do they all speak english well. ( I've had some bad experiences in undergrad ). Are laptops a great idea for the post-bac or what do you think? As far as living there do i have a good shot at securing an apartment there, preferiably at Lakeview or anywhere this late since i've heard them to be great? Aight, you've been awesome in this whole process. Take your time to answer i know your busy and I'll keep you updated with the whole lecom post-bac thing!



Exam/Lecture setup: Each lecture covers one subject only; the next nights will likely cover the same subject unless the upcoming exam will cover multiple subjects (2 at the most).

Hats: Few wore hats, you prolly could; but I doubt you'd get in the front door wearing a ballcap.

Professors: You'll get multiple profs who teach the subjects as a "team"; 3 for Micro, etc. There is only one prof in particular who will frustrate students due to his thick Iranian accent; but I'm from Cali, so accents don't phase me. Besides, he's a really nice guy and he does know his stuff, it's the delivery that could use the help

Laptops: You can live without 'em; but they're a Godsend during ridiculously boring lectures 'cause you can at least surf the web. I'd say have some kind of computer so you can get the lectures on power point; essential for anatomy in January, so if money's tight I guess you can wait.

Apartments: Lakeview is very nice and close; I would call now and check the situation. I stayed in the Vineyard Village Apts. run by the Baldwin Bros and I thought they were the absolute best. I could go on for days how I loved that place. The catch: Only 2 bedroom units available; so if you could find a roomate, cool; but I would just find a way to budget it so you could live alone. My rent: $630/mo. You don't want a bad roomie situation. I didn't have trouble securing a place, and I didn't start 'till Sept 1.

In general, LECOM is really good about ethnic diversity in their post-bacc and med-school classes

Another old PM:

Your questions:

Ability of program to get you in: Follow the suggestions I gave in the post, and you're in; plain and simple. Just about everyone in the program had lower GPA's, but that's what was so cool about LECOM; they saw potential elsewhere, and my classmates showed how good they were. Their pasts just weren't indicative of their true abilities, and it showed, 'cause we were a strong class. I would've had no problem getting in w/my 2.81 undergrad and 2.55 sci GPA, but of course, I had to rock the program (4.0 cumulative)

Exams : We had 7 exams for the first semester plus one cumulative final on each subject; it was only worth 10 percent. They were roughly every 2 weeks, so you were tested on about 5-7 lectures/exam.

Studying : The Post-bacc pace definitely ramps up as the year progresses. Lecture is only 3 hours/evening (yes, 6-9 or 5-8 PM) There's lots of time to study, just don't fall too far behind. A good idea is to keep up with the previous night's lecture before attending the next one; and prep for that night's lecture.

Dress code : Yes, you have to adhere to dress code, which really pissed me off; but what canya do?

Social life : Potential for this is enormous, so much so that a few classmates' grades suffered for it. I had an absolute blast; think about it, small class, intense situation being mutually experienced, similar goals, lots of time spent together...perfect formula.

Interaction w/first years : Absolutely, in fact, my former classmates will share some helpful advice w/the next class sometime in the beginning of the fall semester. You also got me; when you come up w/anymore questions, don't hesitate to ask.

-as I told the other person, when you come up w/more questions, shoot me a PM, it'll be my pleasure.

Excellent post Bert, thanks for answering our questions :D

Why did u take the mcat if you are pre-dental? Im not sure if this program would be best for you if you plan on going to dental school. I think the main purpose of the program is to gain admission to medical school, but also to enhance your application or raise your grades to go into other health professions. Check what classes are taken in the first year of dental school and see if they are the same as those in the post bac program. You can also PM Maishaldan, since he has completed the program.
I think they ask you to retake the mcat only if you want to be guaranteed an interview at lecom, which you wont be needing.

RIGHT. so i will not be needing to take the mcat! I am in without, and i would need to take it, I THINK< if i want a guaranteed interveiew there???

but the program sounds exciting, fun, challeneging.....still deciding if its right for me. It will def. boost your credentials if you succeed in the curriculum....

how much time do you have to sign and turn in the acceptance, anyone know? i guess i can write brian s. and ask him about my situation. :)

So I have a question...When is everyone planning to apply to med schools...during or after post bac at lecom?

So I have a question...When is everyone planning to apply to med schools...during or after post bac at lecom?

I plan on applying during the program for the 2008 year. How bout you?

I plan on applying during the program for the 2008 year. How bout you?


You mean for fall 2007? I have no idea what would be the best thing to do, since I dont want to waste another year after post bac. So I might have to also apply during the program....perhaps after the first semester. But would that be too late? I would like to apply now, but dunno if that will be any good. :scared:

Some recent questions PM’ed to me; sorry about the turnaround time. Quite busy these past few days…

1. I’m definitely planning to attend the post bac program, so, when do u think we should apply to med schools? after completion of the program or during? if during, what month should we apply for fall 2007? Wouldn’t it be too late? i hope this makes sense. thanks a lot.

2. Did anyone have a job in the class? How many people were in your class? What were the demographics of the class? What holiday breaks did y'all get? About what month/date did classes end? Was there a celebration? How often did people in the class form study groups?


1. When to apply: If you want to start med-school in Fall 07, I would apply like everyone else; as early as possible. Of course, your prospective schools won’t be able to see any grades from post-bacc until around January, it’ll be up to you to inform them of this and send them your grades as soon as you finish your first semester (early Jan). As I’m no admissions authority, whether that’s too late or not is useless for me to say. However, there were quite a few of my classmates who did get acceptances at other schools through this method.

2. Employment: A few of my classmates did have jobs; I’d say there’s enough time for one, but it could get tricky in the few days before exams.

Class: There were 60 students when we started the class; with wide ethnic diversity, with some students fresh from undergrad and others that were older career changers.

Holidays: Your usual college holidays from Sept-Apr: Thanksgiving, 2-week Christmas break, President’s Day, and Good Friday. No week spring break. For the 04-05 class we finished 1st sem Dec 20th, and finished 2nd sem Apr 20th as well (I think).

Was there a celebration? Stressed out pre-meds don’t celebrate after exams that affect their passionate career aspirations…they get straight CRUNKED-UP!!!

Study groups: We had a really close group, so study groups formed immediately; in addition, the school encouraged working together by giving us two group projects; one each semester. Study groups were effective for some, but not all. How often you’ll want to meet is up to you.


-Bert

You mean for fall 2007? I have no idea what would be the best thing to do, since I dont want to waste another year after post bac. So I might have to also apply during the program....perhaps after the first semester. But would that be too late? I would like to apply now, but dunno if that will be any good. :scared:

No, I meant Fall 2008...b/c I have to repeat the MCAT (and I don't think I will be taking it this August). And plus, I want my application to be turned in around the time they first start taking application (June or July 2007). What I mean is that I will start working on getting my application together during the program and turn it in during the summer.

No, I meant Fall 2008...b/c I have to repeat the MCAT (and I don't think I will be taking it this August). And plus, I want my application to be turned in around the time they first start taking application (June or July 2007). What I mean is that I will start working on getting my application together during the program and turn it in during the summer.

I see.

-Bert

Thanks for answering questions.

Hi everyone! I've been accepted into the 2006 LECOM post bac as well. I will be moving to Erie from Florida sometime in August. Where is everyone else moving from? I can't wait to meet everyone! :)

Hi everyone! I've been accepted into the 2006 LECOM post bac as well. I will be moving to Erie from Florida sometime in August. Where is everyone else moving from? I can't wait to meet everyone! :)

Im moving from MI, as you can see. Im glad more people from the program are showing up on this thread. Welcome. :)

Louisiana

I am assuming, since we accepted the offer to attend LECOM in the Fall, that we will eventually get some more paperwork (e.g. class schedule, school calendar, orientation info) other than housisng info. Do anybody know anything about this? Let me know if you receive any new info in the mail.

I am assuming, since we accepted the offer to attend LECOM in the Fall, that we will eventually get some more paperwork (e.g. class schedule, school calendar, orientation info) other than housisng info. Do anybody know anything about this? Let me know if you receive any new info in the mail.

I've only received housing information, but am definitely interested in reviewing the class schedule and school calendar as well as having a heads up on orientation. Maybe some past students could enlighten us on when we can expect to receive this information? :o

I am assuming, since we accepted the offer to attend LECOM in the Fall, that we will eventually get some more paperwork (e.g. class schedule, school calendar, orientation info) other than housisng info. Do anybody know anything about this? Let me know if you receive any new info in the mail.

I've only received housing information, but am definitely interested in reviewing the class schedule and school calendar as well as having a heads up on orientation. Maybe some past students could enlighten us on when we can expect to receive this information? :o

I havent recieved anything either, but I think a previous student said that we should be expecting information in late-june or july. Classes start in sept, so I wouldnt expect them to send anything anytime soon.

On a different note, what is everyone doing this summer?

I havent recieved anything either, but I think a previous student said that we should be expecting information in late-june or july. Classes start in sept, so I wouldnt expect them to send anything anytime soon.

On a different note, what is everyone doing this summer?

Hi Dr.A! I'm continuing to work this summer until I move to Erie. I'm currently working as a supervisor for an HIV/AIDS case management agency. I'm taking a much needed vacation next week to visit my family in Oklahoma. Are you doing anything fun this summer? Also, have you decided on where you are going to live in Erie?

Hi Dr.A! I'm continuing to work this summer until I move to Erie. I'm currently working as a supervisor for an HIV/AIDS case management agency. I'm taking a much needed vacation next week to visit my family in Oklahoma. Are you doing anything fun this summer? Also, have you decided on where you are going to live in Erie?

Hi Kikigirl,
What you are doing seems pretty cool. As for me, Im just enjoying the time off and relaxing since I havent had any time off since I started undergrad. But im thinking of doing more volunteering work and shadowing since I enjoy that so much. There is actually a hospital near my house where alot of lecom students are doing their residencies, and I got to meet one of them. He said that lecom is wonderful, and provides excellent education. So, I was glad to hear that. :D
Im not sure where im going to live yet. I dont know if I will be moving alone, or with my family. Its more likely that I will be moving alone, and will need a roommate, but still not sure. How about you, have you found a place yet?

Hi Dr.A! I'm continuing to work this summer until I move to Erie. I'm currently working as a supervisor for an HIV/AIDS case management agency. I'm taking a much needed vacation next week to visit my family in Oklahoma. Are you doing anything fun this summer? Also, have you decided on where you are going to live in Erie?

Great experience!

Hi Kikigirl,
What you are doing seems pretty cool. As for me, Im just enjoying the time off and relaxing since I havent had any time off since I started undergrad. But im thinking of doing more volunteering work and shadowing since I enjoy that so much. There is actually a hospital near my house where alot of lecom students are doing their residencies, and I got to meet one of them. He said that lecom is wonderful, and provides excellent education. So, I was glad to hear that. :D
Im not sure where im going to live yet. I dont know if I will be moving alone, or with my family. Its more likely that I will be moving alone, and will need a roommate, but still not sure. How about you, have you found a place yet?

No, I haven't found a place yet. I've actually never been to Erie and am just trying to do research on my own to find a safe and affordable place to rent. I've been toying around the idea of a roommate, but i'm not sure about it yet. I like the idea of rooming with someone that is responsible and goal oriented like me, but fear having a roommate that just wants to party all the time. I feel like this year will either make or break me, and I have to stay focused without any distractions. If I can find a roommate with those same qualities, then great! But if I can't, then I'll be all by my lonesome (along with my tuxedo cat) :p I noticed Dr A that you have a cat as your icon. Does this mean you like cats?

Great experience!

It has been an amazing experience. I have been with the agency for 4 years. I was a case manager for 3 of those years and then a supervisor for this last year. As I helped others in need and learned more about them, I in return helped myself and learned more about me. I have had the opportunity to see and learn a lot while assisting those inflicted with HIV/AIDS. It has been very rewarding.

No, I haven't found a place yet. I've actually never been to Erie and am just trying to do research on my own to find a safe and affordable place to rent. I've been toying around the idea of a roommate, but i'm not sure about it yet. I like the idea of rooming with someone that is responsible and goal oriented like me, but fear having a roommate that just wants to party all the time. I feel like this year will either make or break me, and I have to stay focused without any distractions. If I can find a roommate with those same qualities, then great! But if I can't, then I'll be all by my lonesome (along with my tuxedo cat) :p I noticed Dr A that you have a cat as your icon. Does this mean you like cats?

I feel the same way, this year will be like a second chance. But I thought I might lose my sanity if im all alone, and also thought it would be nice to room with someone in the same program. I dont party, so you might consider me as a roommate. ;) Yes, I love cats, I have a white persian cat, although he wont be joining me to Erie since my sister wants to keep him.:(
I still havent started looking for a place, but when I visited I saw many apartment complexes within minutes to the school and are really nice, although Im worried theyre all taken by now. But Erie seems very safe, and certainly affordable. Are you planning to go for a visit?

No, I haven't found a place yet. I've actually never been to Erie and am just trying to do research on my own to find a safe and affordable place to rent. I've been toying around the idea of a roommate, but i'm not sure about it yet. I like the idea of rooming with someone that is responsible and goal oriented like me, but fear having a roommate that just wants to party all the time. I feel like this year will either make or break me, and I have to stay focused without any distractions. If I can find a roommate with those same qualities, then great! But if I can't, then I'll be all by my lonesome (along with my tuxedo cat) :p I noticed Dr A that you have a cat as your icon. Does this mean you like cats?

I feel the same way...except for the cat thing.

I feel the same way...except for the cat thing.

:laugh:

I feel the same way, this year will be like a second chance. But I thought I might lose my sanity if im all alone, and also thought it would be nice to room with someone in the same program. I dont party, so you might consider me as a roommate. ;) Yes, I love cats, I have a white persian cat, although he wont be joining me to Erie since my sister wants to keep him.:(
I still havent started looking for a place, but when I visited I saw many apartment complexes within minutes to the school and are really nice, although Im worried theyre all taken by now. But Erie seems very safe, and certainly affordable. Are you planning to go for a visit?

I would like to go for a visit and I am trying to make it happen (my work schedule and finances are barriers), but I'm not sure if it will be possible. And in reference to having a roommate, I would definitely consider rooming with you. You sound like someone who is serious about school and I agree with you that it would be nice to room with someone in the same program. PM me if you would like to discuss this further. :)

On another note, what is everyone doing about health insurance? Does anyone know if the school provides a student policy and if so, what the cost is? I'm trying to budget now and not at the last minute, but it's difficult to do when I don't know my award amount nor all my expenses. :eek:

I would like to go for a visit and I am trying to make it happen (my work schedule and finances are barriers), but I'm not sure if it will be possible. And in reference to having a roommate, I would definitely consider rooming with you. You sound like someone who is serious about school and I agree with you that it would be nice to room with someone in the same program. PM me if you would like to discuss this further. :)

On another note, what is everyone doing about health insurance? Does anyone know if the school provides a student policy and if so, what the cost is? I'm trying to budget now and not at the last minute, but it's difficult to do when I don't know my award amount nor all my expenses. :eek:

I have no idea. Perhaps you can call/email the school and hope that they reply.

Did anyone recieve anything from financial aid or anything else yet?

Did anyone recieve anything from financial aid or anything else yet?


Hi Dr. A! Hope you are doing well! I haven't received anything from financial aid, but expect to soon. I went to the lecom website and logged in under the "online financial aid" link. It told me that my application is in process and that I should receive an email notice after 6-30-06 directing me on how to accept my award amount. So I will be keeping an eye out for that. Have you tried logging onto that site yet?

Hi Dr. A! Hope you are doing well! I haven't received anything from financial aid, but expect to soon. I went to the lecom website and logged in under the "online financial aid" link. It told me that my application is in process and that I should receive an email notice after 6-30-06 directing me on how to accept my award amount. So I will be keeping an eye out for that. Have you tried logging onto that site yet?

Hi kikigirl. I'm doing fine, how is your summer?
I haven't tried that link...I never received an "award notification e-mail" with the link. The information packet says to expect the email after July first, but since you got yours, I will give them a call. Thanks for letting me know. :thumbup:

Hi Dr. A! Hope you are doing well! I haven't received anything from financial aid, but expect to soon. I went to the lecom website and logged in under the "online financial aid" link. It told me that my application is in process and that I should receive an email notice after 6-30-06 directing me on how to accept my award amount. So I will be keeping an eye out for that. Have you tried logging onto that site yet?


I will try to look at this link...all this waiting makes me anxious. Have y'all decided on apartments, yet?

I will try to look at this link...all this waiting makes me anxious. Have y'all decided on apartments, yet?

No not yet.
So drjds, have you decided between PCOM and LECOM?

No not yet.
So drjds, have you decided between PCOM and LECOM?

Sadly, no...I am so undecided :confused: ...I know you don't have to make this decision, but what do you think. GA-PCOM or LECOM? and why? What do you like about LECOM?

Sadly, no...I am so undecided :confused: ...I know you don't have to make this decision, but what do you think. GA-PCOM or LECOM? and why? What do you like about LECOM?

Ok…I’m probably slightly biased towards LECOM but this is just what I think.
I’ve never been to PCOM but when I went to LECOM I really loved it more than I expected. Contrary to what other people say on this forum, the students and staff are very friendly and seem willing to help. I like that it is small, that way you can be familiar with almost all of the students and staff. The building is nice and labs are up to date. I was also very pleased to find that Erie is very affordable and apartments are really cheap (compared to where I live at least), and its also small and very quiet which is good when you have to study. Also, LECOM’s out of state tuition is lowest of all the DO schools. One thing about LECOM’s program compared to PCOM is that they enroll less students which means more people get accepted into LECOM’s medical school the following year. I personally spoke with the director of the program, and he told me that almost everyone gets in given you do well. One thing attractive about PCOM’s program is that you can do an additional year to get a masters degree. But when I think of it, I’m not interested in a masters, I just want to get into medical school. The weather in GA is much better than in Erie in the winter, but I don’t really mind it since I’m used to lots of snow and I love cold weather. I also read on sdn that in PCOM’s program, you don’t get to do dissections in anatomy, but you do get exposed to that at LECOM. I read posts by current students saying that LECOM has a pretty high COMLEX passing rate, but didn’t hear anything about PCOM. I have a friend who graduated from LECOM and doing his residency in MI now; he told me that LECOM is a great school and provides excellent education, and I felt that he was sincere. But when it comes down to it, I’m just really comfortable with LECOM. Overall, I think their program will give you what you want out of it and take you where you want to be. I’ve done my research about PCOM’s program, but I can’t say that I know everything good and bad about it. I think the programs are very comparable, but see what’s most important to you (Location? Weather? Tuition?), and make your decision. Hope this helps. :luck:

Ok…I’m probably slightly biased towards LECOM but this is just what I think.
I’ve never been to PCOM but when I went to LECOM I really loved it more than I expected. Contrary to what other people say on this forum, the students and staff are very friendly and seem willing to help. I like that it is small, that way you can be familiar with almost all of the students and staff. The building is nice and labs are up to date. I was also very pleased to find that Erie is very affordable and apartments are really cheap (compared to where I live at least), and its also small and very quiet which is good when you have to study. Also, LECOM’s out of state tuition is lowest of all the DO schools. One thing about LECOM’s program compared to PCOM is that they enroll less students which means more people get accepted into LECOM’s medical school the following year. I personally spoke with the director of the program, and he told me that almost everyone gets in given you do well. One thing attractive about PCOM’s program is that you can do an additional year to get a masters degree. But when I think of it, I’m not interested in a masters, I just want to get into medical school. The weather in GA is much better than in Erie in the winter, but I don’t really mind it since I’m used to lots of snow and I love cold weather. I also read on sdn that in PCOM’s program, you don’t get to do dissections in anatomy, but you do get exposed to that at LECOM. I read posts by current students saying that LECOM has a pretty high COMLEX passing rate, but didn’t hear anything about PCOM. I have a friend who graduated from LECOM and doing his residency in MI now; he told me that LECOM is a great school and provides excellent education, and I felt that he was sincere. But when it comes down to it, I’m just really comfortable with LECOM. Overall, I think their program will give you what you want out of it and take you where you want to be. I’ve done my research about PCOM’s program, but I can’t say that I know everything good and bad about it. I think the programs are very comparable, but see what’s most important to you (Location? Weather? Tuition?), and make your decision. Hope this helps. :luck:

Thank you. Although, weather is not the most important thing to me...this is still making a big difference when I think about the decision. However, I am trying to not let this be a deciding factor, especially since I stayed in Pittsburgh last year. If you get any more info on either school that may help guide my decision, please let me know. Thanks again!

I'm accepted into the LECOM postbac program for this upcoming fall (2006). Anyone looking for a room-mate? AOL= jdefranc938 E-mail: jdefranc@zoominternet.net

Hello everyone. I just got my acceptance letter today! I am extremely excited :) . Is anyone from Florida here? Can anyone tell me what the next steps are once you receive the acceptance letters? Also anyone know where most students live? I want to visit in the next couple of weeks. Please send any info. I appreciate it .
Thx !!!

Hello everyone. I just got my acceptance letter today! I am extremely excited :) . Is anyone from Florida here? Can anyone tell me what the next steps are once you receive the acceptance letters? Also anyone know where most students live? I want to visit in the next couple of weeks. Please send any info. I appreciate it .
Thx !!!

Welcome LkyCarms! Congrats on your acceptance! I currently live in Stuart, FL and will be moving to Erie towards the end of next month. If you haven't already, you should receive housing information from the school. Also, some current/former students have posted earlier in the thread about what places they recommend. I'm still waiting on my financial aid award and class schedule information. As far as I know, no one else on the board has received this information yet either. Let me know if you have any other questions!

I'm accepted into the LECOM postbac program for this upcoming fall (2006). Anyone looking for a room-mate? AOL= jdefranc938 E-mail: jdefranc@zoominternet.net


Welcome jdefranc938! Congrats on your acceptance!

Welcome jdefranc938! Congrats on your acceptance!
Thanks I am looking forward to the program. Ive been looking at about a zillion sites for dress code, health insurance, book lists. I have this urge to know....(i think it has to do with being premed,lol). Anyways i saw last years booklist got some insight on that and saw an old thread about the dress code...Professional! Thats a little disturbing for me since i am used to 80 degree weather...anyone know how to dress for the cold with some good pointers? also saw some goodwebpages on apartments hoping to go visit soon and get an apartment about 3-4 miles from school. Anyone taking a car or know about transportation? :D

Thanks I am looking forward to the program. Ive been looking at about a zillion sites for dress code, health insurance, book lists. I have this urge to know....(i think it has to do with being premed,lol). Anyways i saw last years booklist got some insight on that and saw an old thread about the dress code...Professional! Thats a little disturbing for me since i am used to 80 degree weather...anyone know how to dress for the cold with some good pointers? also saw some goodwebpages on apartments hoping to go visit soon and get an apartment about 3-4 miles from school. Anyone taking a car or know about transportation? :D

Invest in some good boots to be able to walk in the snow without getting snow in your shoes. Gloves are a must if you have to remove the snow on your car every morning, or else your hands will freeze by the time you are done. A scarf and a hat to cover your ears would be good too. Welcome to below zero weather. :D

Where can I get all this stuff? any good webpages? All we have in Miami are Burlington Coat Factory which i Hear arent that great compared to stores up north. DrA do you have any info on apartments yet?

Thanks I am looking forward to the program. Ive been looking at about a zillion sites for dress code, health insurance, book lists. I have this urge to know....(i think it has to do with being premed,lol). Anyways i saw last years booklist got some insight on that and saw an old thread about the dress code...Professional! Thats a little disturbing for me since i am used to 80 degree weather...anyone know how to dress for the cold with some good pointers? also saw some goodwebpages on apartments hoping to go visit soon and get an apartment about 3-4 miles from school. Anyone taking a car or know about transportation? :D

What did you find out about health insurance? I was wondering about that too.

What did you find out about health insurance? I was wondering about that too.
I only saw on a really old thread to call the school would be the best option. Nothing else really. I would think they offer some type of student insurance because it would not make sense that they dont expecting someone to already have insurance,just like in undergrad if you dont have the school offers but just my guess ( what undergrad did you go to ? In FLA?) :)

Where can I get all this stuff? any good webpages? All we have in Miami are Burlington Coat Factory which i Hear arent that great compared to stores up north. DrA do you have any info on apartments yet?


I guess you could wait to get up here to get your winter clothing. You should have no problem finding what you're looking for.
As for housing, the packet they sent is pretty useful. Also, if you've been getting emails from other post bac students, one person sent out an email with lots of useful info about apartments. She went to Erie to take a look at places and gave her opinion on each one. If you'd like me to forward you the info, PM your email address. :luck:

so it is possible to get accepted into lecom post-bac with less than a 20 MCAT score?

so it is possible to get accepted into lecom post-bac with less than a 20 MCAT score?

Yes. Im sure they accept based on a combination of things. :) Good luck! Apply early and make sure you meet all other criteria.

so it is possible to get accepted into lecom post-bac with less than a 20 MCAT score?

I think it would be possible, given you have the required GPA. However, they may ask you to retake the MCAT before you are guaranteed an interview. Apply as soon as possible. :luck:

I only saw on a really old thread to call the school would be the best option. Nothing else really. I would think they offer some type of student insurance because it would not make sense that they dont expecting someone to already have insurance,just like in undergrad if you dont have the school offers but just my guess ( what undergrad did you go to ? In FLA?) :)


I have good health insurance right now through my job, but I know there is no way I can afford the premium payments for Cobra. Maybe I'll give the school a call (before I get my wisdom teeth taken out next week) and see what they say. As for undergrad, I actually went to a private university in Oklahoma, which is where I'm from. I've only been living in Florida for 4 years. Are you interested in applying to the LECOM school in Bradenton?

Hi everyone,

I just recieved the orientation schedule in the mail. Our first day is Sept. 5th :D
Seems like classes will be 5:00 to 8:00pm.

Hi everyone,

I just recieved the orientation schedule in the mail. Our first day is Sept. 5th :D
Seems like classes will be 5:00 to 8:00pm.

Well, maybe my info will come tomorrow. What forms of fin.aid are you using? Have sent in your fin.aid paperwork?

I have good health insurance right now through my job, but I know there is no way I can afford the premium payments for Cobra. Maybe I'll give the school a call (before I get my wisdom teeth taken out next week) and see what they say. As for undergrad, I actually went to a private university in Oklahoma, which is where I'm from. I've only been living in Florida for 4 years. Are you interested in applying to the LECOM school in Bradenton?



Yes I am interested in applying to LECOM-B. I already have visited that campus with a friend of mine that got accepted there. He said he really liked the people he met and the town is far enuf away from home so that there are no distractions. They also only offer PBL so hopefully I will be good at that during the post bac, that will be a determining factor whether or not I apply there.

Hi everyone,

I just recieved the orientation schedule in the mail. Our first day is Sept. 5th :D
Seems like classes will be 5:00 to 8:00pm.


So will orientation be the first day of class? How long after you sent your Yes letter?
Hey does anyone have AIM? We can try and setup a chat to talk about orientation?

If you want information about the LECOM post bac program, you should email the program coordinator at postbac AT lecom DOT edu. He can give you info on stuff like the class schedule, application to the DO school, etc.

Well, maybe my info will come tomorrow. What forms of fin.aid are you using? Have sent in your fin.aid paperwork?


Im not sure what you mean by "forms of financial aid." So far, I filled out the fafsa. Im still waiting for that to be processed (since I just sent in my tax return) before I will recieve anything from LECOM. What other paperwork is there?

So will orientation be the first day of class? How long after you sent your Yes letter?
Hey does anyone have AIM? We can try and setup a chat to talk about orientation?

Yes, there will be orientation from 1:00 to 5:00 on Sept 5th, then classes begin at 5:00pm the same day. Our first class is Intro to Osteopathic Med. Orientation continues the next day from 2:00 to 4:00, in which you can bring your family and friends, then classes continue at 5:00pm (Cell Biology & Genetics). Im starting to get nervous. :scared:
I sent in my "yes letter" sometime in April. My guess would be that you will recieve all your info within a couple of weeks.

Im not sure what you mean by "forms of financial aid." So far, I filled out the fafsa. Im still waiting for that to be processed (since I just sent in my tax return) before I will recieve anything from LECOM. What other paperwork is there?

I'm saying: What all are you using to pay for expenses?

I'm saying: What all are you using to pay for expenses?


Good question. I've been wondering the same thing. Well, as it is considered an undergraduate program, we may be eligible for federal grants. However, I thought that non-degree programs are not awarded grants, but you may still be able to take out loans (Im not 100% sure about this). In my case, I maxed out on undergraduate federal loans, since I am still considered a dependent student (under the age of 24), so my only other option is private loans. I emailed LECOM's financial aid office with questions about this a while back, yet I never heard back. Perhaps I should try again.

Hey, which school year will you be applying for (Medical school)? 2007 or 2008?

Hey, which school year will you be applying for (Medical school)? 2007 or 2008?

2007

2007


So you are working on your application, now?

So you are working on your application, now?

Yes I am. I asked Brian S. about when would be the best time to apply to LECOM, and he suggested to submit sometime before November. However, I still think its best to submit as early as possible. I dont know if this is the best way to go, but I'd hate to waste yet another year if there is a chance that I might get in right after post bac. I could always reapply if things dont work out.
What are you planning to do?

Yes I am. I asked Brian S. about when would be the best time to apply to LECOM, and he suggested to submit sometime before November. However, I still think its best to submit as early as possible. I dont know if this is the best way to go, but I'd hate to waste yet another year if there is a chance that I might get in right after post bac. I could always reapply if things dont work out.
What are you planning to do?

I'm not sure. My problem is that I have to take the MCAT again...and I don't know if I'm going to take this August or not.

:o Yes, there will be orientation from 1:00 to 5:00 on Sept 5th, then classes begin at 5:00pm the same day. Our first class is Intro to Osteopathic Med. Orientation continues the next day from 2:00 to 4:00, in which you can bring your family and friends, then classes continue at 5:00pm (Cell Biology & Genetics). Im starting to get nervous. :scared:
I sent in my "yes letter" sometime in April. My guess would be that you will recieve all your info within a couple of weeks.
Im excited nervous and all that... Does it mention anything about dress code? Also do they include a book list ?

:o
Im excited nervous and all that... Does it mention anything about dress code? Also do they include a book list ?

No, it just includes the orientation schedule, and asks you to get a criminal records check.

No, it just includes the orientation schedule, and asks you to get a criminal records check.
kool thanks. Im going this thursday thru saturday to get a tour and look for an apartment. Can you send me a copy of the schedule if youdont mind? I want to make sure i schedule things rite. I can give you a fax number if you dont have a scanner.

Thx.

kool thanks. Im going this thursday thru saturday to get a tour and look for an apartment. Can you send me a copy of the schedule if youdont mind? I want to make sure i schedule things rite. I can give you a fax number if you dont have a scanner.

Thx.

Will do.

Hey everyone! Just checking in to say hi. I've been extremely busy lately with work and moving around from place to place. I can't wait to get some stability back, which will be when I finally move to Erie and then when we start school. I'm a little concerned that I haven't received the orientation or class schedule information yet, nor anything pertaining to my financial aid amount. If I don't receive anything by the end of the week, I'll probably give the school a call. (I just hate being a pest.) :o Did you guys ever get a chat going? I'll touch base with everyone later in the week. I'm getting my wisdom teeth out tomorrow and will be out of it for awhile. :( Take care everyone and have a great week!

Hey everyone! Just checking in to say hi. I've been extremely busy lately with work and moving around from place to place. I can't wait to get some stability back, which will be when I finally move to Erie and then when we start school. I'm a little concerned that I haven't received the orientation or class schedule information yet, nor anything pertaining to my financial aid amount. If I don't receive anything by the end of the week, I'll probably give the school a call. (I just hate being a pest.) :o Did you guys ever get a chat going? I'll touch base with everyone later in the week. I'm getting my wisdom teeth out tomorrow and will be out of it for awhile. :( Take care everyone and have a great week!

Hey Kikigirl,
Seems like you have a lot going on. I havent received anything from financial aid either. We should definatly try to set up a chat. Lets try to decide on a date and time. So far, it seems like just us four girls from post bac are on SDN. Hope you feel better after your visit to the dentist. :)

If you want more information about the program, particularly the schedule and things like financial aid, you should email postbac AT lecom DOT edu. Usually you'll get a reply within 24 hours.

Hey Kikigirl,
Seems like you have a lot going on. I havent received anything from financial aid either. We should definatly try to set up a chat. Lets try to decide on a date and time. So far, it seems like just us four girls from post bac are on SDN. Hope you feel better after your visit to the dentist. :)

Hey DrA! Do you have/use aol instant messenger? I think thats what LkyCarms uses. Since she is in Erie until Saturday, maybe we could attempt a group chat mid day on sunday. What do u think?

If you want more information about the program, particularly the schedule and things like financial aid, you should email postbac AT lecom DOT edu. Usually you'll get a reply within 24 hours.

Thanks for the info Bigg. Are you in our post-bac class?

Hey DrA! Do you have/use aol instant messenger? I think thats what LkyCarms uses. Since she is in Erie until Saturday, maybe we could attempt a group chat mid day on sunday. What do u think?

Yes, I do. Sunday is good for me.

Hey guys!
I'll be in Erie on Monday and possibly Tuesday... Anyone else from post-bac going to be there? Keep in touch!

Yes, I do. Sunday is good for me.

Perfect! How does 3 PM eastern time/ 2 PM central time sound? Anyone intersted in the group chat can PM me their AOL/AIM screenname and I will invite you into the chat. I will be using the following screenname: lismttngly :cool:

Hey guys!
I'll be in Erie on Monday and possibly Tuesday... Anyone else from post-bac going to be there? Keep in touch!

I won't be in Erie until 8-23-06. I'd love to be there and settled now though. Why don't you join the group chat tomorrow?

I won't be in Erie until 8-23-06. I'd love to be there and settled now though. Why don't you join the group chat tomorrow?


I would like to, but I have a Full length practice MCAT until 5.
Maybe next time! AOL IM = jdefranc938

I would like to, but I have a Full length practice MCAT until 5.
Maybe next time! AOL IM = jdefranc938

I made a mistake. The group chat is on Sunday, not tomorrow. (I'm still a little out of it from my surgery...lol) I'll put you on my buddy list. Join us if you want/can. Good Luck with the practice MCAT!

Im not sure what you mean by "forms of financial aid." So far, I filled out the fafsa. Im still waiting for that to be processed (since I just sent in my tax return) before I will recieve anything from LECOM. What other paperwork is there?


Hey every one i just visited the school this past weekend and even got a tour of the facilities. I personally loved it . It def has a study environment. Its a small city but at least theres popular stores. If anyone wants to chat about the visit and what i learned instant message me at xxluckycarmsxx on aol or aim .

where is everyone living? please help! pm me if possible.

:D where is everyone living? please help! pm me if possible.
Vineyard Village~!

where is everyone living? please help! pm me if possible.


Winchester on W 54th St.

has anyone received any info besides roomate info in the mail?

has anyone received any info besides roomate info in the mail?

I recieved the housing packet, the orientation schedule, and financial aid info. I have also emailed and asked for the schedule of classes and they emailed it to me. If you havent recieved any of these, you should probably let them know...unless you just recieved your acceptance, in which it may take a while.

I recieved the housing packet, the orientation schedule, and financial aid info. I have also emailed and asked for the schedule of classes and they emailed it to me. If you havent recieved any of these, you should probably let them know...unless you just recieved your acceptance, in which it may take a while.


has anyone gotten a book list or know if we need physicals? is anyone else still looking for an apt?

has anyone gotten a book list or know if we need physicals? is anyone else still looking for an apt?


no book list yet... Anyone have any info on this???
As for me, I found a place... keep in touch though!!!

has anyone gotten a book list or know if we need physicals? is anyone else still looking for an apt?

I never got an official book list, but there is one for the year 05-06 on the website if you like to have a look. Im not sure if we need physicals.

has anyone gotten a book list or know if we need physicals? is anyone else still looking for an apt?

I haven't received a book list either. I think that the one listed for last year on the lecom website (as already mentioned by Dr A) is a good reference. I don't think we need physicals.

I just got accepted into the program. I have soo many questions
1st. I'm looking for a place to live any information where i could find that? How about a roomate?
2nd. When is orientation?
3rd. When do yo think i'll be getting information about classes and all? :scared:

I just got accepted into the program. I have soo many questions
1st. I'm looking for a place to live any information where i could find that? How about a roomate?
2nd. When is orientation?
3rd. When do yo think i'll be getting information about classes and all? :scared:

1. http://www.rentalguideerie.com/ = Very helpful website to find housing, LECOM will also send you a housing packet and a list of people looking for roommates that you can contact.

2. Sept. 5th (also the first day of classes) and 6th

3. No need to worry, you will get everything in time. You can also email and call for any questions.

I received the financial aid email today from LECOM directing me to view and accept/decline my award amounts. Did anyone else get an email?

I received the financial aid email today from LECOM directing me to view and accept/decline my award amounts. Did anyone else get an email?

Yeah I got it too.

Yeah I got it too.

1. would anyone be interested in having a little informal get together in labor day before classes?
2. did anyone read the girls' version of the dress code? no capris or cropped pants? we have to wear pantyhose at all times with a skirt or dress?

comments?

(i think i REALLY need to go shopping)

1. would anyone be interested in having a little informal get together in labor day before classes?
2. did anyone read the girls' version of the dress code? no capris or cropped pants? we have to wear pantyhose at all times with a skirt or dress?

comments?

(i think i REALLY need to go shopping)

1) i'm up for a get together! Sounds good to me!

2) I don't mind wearing pantyhose because I am sooooo white. You will think I've lied about living in Florida for the past 4 years..lol. :-)

1. would anyone be interested in having a little informal get together in labor day before classes?
2. did anyone read the girls' version of the dress code? no capris or cropped pants? we have to wear pantyhose at all times with a skirt or dress?

comments?

(i think i REALLY need to go shopping)


1. Sounds good to me too.

2. If you don't like wearing pantyhouse and skirts, you can always wear dressy pants. Great excuse to go shopping. ;)

1. would anyone be interested in having a little informal get together in labor day before classes?
2. did anyone read the girls' version of the dress code? no capris or cropped pants? we have to wear pantyhose at all times with a skirt or dress?

comments?

(i think i REALLY need to go shopping)



I'm definitely up for a get together. Just let me know the details!

I just applied to the program. Do you guys know if the class is getting full? I wonder if it would be a problem to get in since it's so late!

I just applied to the program. Do you guys know if the class is getting full? I wonder if it would be a problem to get in since it's so late!

I would say talk to Brian. Really nice guy, always helpful. (postbac@lecom.edu) :luck:

Brian's the man. He'll be your best friend in postbacc...and possibly all 4 yrs of med at lecom.

Brian's the man. He'll be your best friend in postbacc...and possibly all 4 yrs of med at lecom.

Hey Yunan,

Did you do post bac at LECOM? Maybe you can give us some helpful hints? :)

Hey Yunan,

Did you do post bac at LECOM? Maybe you can give us some helpful hints? :)

has everyone bought books already? when does everyone move in?

has everyone bought books already? when does everyone move in?


I haven't purchased any books yet... Has anyone else?
I move in on Sept 1.

I haven't purchased any books yet... Has anyone else?
I move in on Sept 1.


I bought all my books already i want to go over the first few chapters since i know i will be very busy setting stuff up the first week. So where are we all getting together? I could definitely include the mall since im sure there will be sales that weekend in our outing

has everyone bought books already? when does everyone move in?

I have not purchased any books yet. I move in 8-23-06.

has everyone bought books already? when does everyone move in?

I haven't purchased my books yet, either.

Hey guys, Where do we get specifics for the dress code? And how do you know what books to get? Did they send a list in the mail?

Hey guys, Where do we get specifics for the dress code? And how do you know what books to get? Did they send a list in the mail?


DRESS CODE POLICY


Students must maintain a neat and clean appearance befitting students attending professional school. Therefore, attire should convey a professional appearance whenever the student is on College grounds or on a clinical rotation or program.



Student I.D. badges must be prominently displayed and worn at all times. (Caps, hats, shorts, jeans, T-shirts, sandals and sneakers are not permitted).



Men must wear dress trousers, dress shoes, dress shirt and necktie. Men’s hair, beards and moustaches must be neat and trimmed at all times.



Women are required to wear appropriate dresses of reasonable length or slacks with appropriate blouses. (Halter tops and miniskirts are not permitted). Women’s hair must be neat and trimmed at all times.



Students inappropriately dressed or groomed may be requested to leave the campus and not return until appropriately attired. Any class missed during that time will be considered an unexcused absence. Questionable or disputed cases of dress or grooming shall be presented to the Office of the Director of Biomedical Sciences Post Baccalaureate Program, whose decision will be final. Repeated violations will be considered improper professional behavior and may result in disciplinary action.

:confused: Hi guys,
I'm have a few questions. I'm concern since i still have not received anything from LECOM. Especially in regards to FinAid. I'm going to be there the 1st so i hope that i get all my materials before i leave. Any suggestions? should i just go ahead and call them?

:confused: Hi guys,
I'm have a few questions. I'm concern since i still have not received anything from LECOM. Especially in regards to FinAid. I'm going to be there the 1st so i hope that i get all my materials before i leave. Any suggestions? should i just go ahead and call them?


Yeah you should definitely email Brian he could help speed things up. What information do you have so far? I move the 1st as well. Where are you living?

thanks for the advice i just email brian, hopefully i get a reply soon. I'll be living in Mill Glen. :rolleyes:

Hey guys! Hope all is well with everyone! Friday was my last day at work and I leave Monday to drive to Erie from Florida. I plan on arriving on Wednesday. The moving company isn't delivering my stuff until Thursday so it will be me, a blanket, and my laptop on Wednesday. :D I should have a phone connection in my place on Wednesday so I'll try to get online and touch base with everyone when I arrive. Can't wait to meet everyone!

Hey guys! Hope all is well with everyone! Friday was my last day at work and I leave Monday to drive to Erie from Florida. I plan on arriving on Wednesday. The moving company isn't delivering my stuff until Thursday so it will be me, a blanket, and my laptop on Wednesday. :D I should have a phone connection in my place on Wednesday so I'll try to get online and touch base with everyone when I arrive. Can't wait to meet everyone!

Awesome. Have a nice drive ! Ill be there the 1st hope to meet everyone then.

Hi everyone, I just wanted to say congrats to everyone that will be heading to erie for fall 06.

I am a perspective applicant to the biomed program, and I was wondering what the deal is with MCAT scores. I realize that the website states that applicants with below a score of 20 will not be considered. However, I am planning to take the MCAT in April for the first time, is it possible to apply before april and get an acceptance pending my mcat scores (for fall 07)? How strict are they about the MCAT requirement? Anyone with below a 20 Mcat get in or no mcat at all? I realize these questions are personal so please IM if you prefer.

I'm sorry for going off topic, but any help you all can give me from your experiences would be great.

Thank you.

Hi everyone, I just wanted to say congrats to everyone that will be heading to erie for fall 06.

I am a perspective applicant to the biomed program, and I was wondering what the deal is with MCAT scores. I realize that the website states that applicants with below a score of 20 will not be considered. However, I am planning to take the MCAT in April for the first time, is it possible to apply before april and get an acceptance pending my mcat scores (for fall 07)? How strict are they about the MCAT requirement? Anyone with below a 20 Mcat get in or no mcat at all? I realize these questions are personal so please IM if you prefer.

I'm sorry for going off topic, but any help you all can give me from your experiences would be great.

Thank you.

I think that they are pretty strict about the MCAT score being above a 20. You can apply before you take the MCAT, but they might just wait for your score before they make a decision. Besides, the deadline is in August, so you can apply after you get your score. :luck:

Just a quick question for everyone... Does anyone know of a store(s) where we can go to buy furniture (computer desk, dresser...) and a bed. :confused:

Just a quick question for everyone... Does anyone know of a store(s) where we can go to buy furniture (computer desk, dresser...) and a bed. :confused:

These are the one's I'm fimiliar with:

Pier
5666 Peach St.

Value City Furniture
1022 W Erie plz

Home Depot
7451 Peach Tree

Just a quick question for everyone... Does anyone know of a store(s) where we can go to buy furniture (computer desk, dresser...) and a bed. :confused:


I have an air matress you can use. :-) (just kidding) I'm going to need a new computer desk too. I broke mine when I moved my stuff into storage.

Awesome. Have a nice drive ! Ill be there the 1st hope to meet everyone then.

Hey all! My drive today went well. I'm overnighting in North Carolina. I should be in Erie this time tomorrow. This is so surreal for me...lol. See ya soon!

Wish you best of luck on your drive, i'll be driving as well, with train stops included, thanks to the info some of you offer me. I'll be arriving there on the 1st, best of luck to everyone on their trip, be safe, can't wait to meet everybody!! ;)

Wish you best of luck on your drive, i'll be driving as well, with train stops included, thanks to the info some of you offer me. I'll be arriving there on the 1st, best of luck to everyone on their trip, be safe, can't wait to meet everybody!! ;)


Hey I will be arriving the 1st as well. Are you taking the amtrak train?!?!?? I will be taking the train the 31st and then driving from VA to PA to become a DO (hopefully) Sorry for all of you that had to read that and suffer thru my bad joke. Let me know if your on the same train.

Hey I will be arriving the 1st as well. Are you taking the amtrak train?!?!?? I will be taking the train the 31st and then driving from VA to PA to become a DO (hopefully) Sorry for all of you that had to read that and suffer thru my bad joke. Let me know if your on the same train.


Yeah, taking that same train, leaving @ 4pm right? Arrives in Va on the 1st @ 8am

hi
my lease does not start until the 9th and i was hoping that i could sleepover another postbac-ers place until then (the 3rd or 4th until i leave early sat morn). i am a neat female who is a non-smoker. i would compensate you for your troubles. i am from new york as well.
please PM me if you can help me out.

thanks.

Hey everyone! It's me kikigirl. I had to re-register on SDN for some reason, so I am now kikigirl1. :-) I am settling in to my apartment and getting aquainted with the city of Erie. I have an appointment on Monday with security at the school to take care of their stuff. Things are coming together nicely. Since my place should (hopefully) be put together by the time everyone else gets here, I would be happy to host an informal get together at my apartment or we could meet out at a local restaurant. What do u think? Any other suggestions? PM me and let me know. Take care everyone and see you soon!

I'll be movin into the Winchester apartments (W54th St.) on Friday (Sept 1st). I won't have internet from the 1st thru the 5th so whatever you all decide on doing, just call me and keep me informed. As for my input, I am fine with either of kikigirl's suggestions.

Jeff

I'll be movin into the Winchester apartments (W54th St.) on Friday (Sept 1st). I won't have internet from the 1st thru the 5th so whatever you all decide on doing, just call me and keep me informed. As for my input, I am fine with either of kikigirl's suggestions. My number is 724.244.7127

Jeff

Got it! We'll keep you informed! :thumbup:

Hey guys!

I've decided to come to erie and join you guys... =)
Can't wait to meet you all!

oh yeah..anyone living in the village?

oh yeah..anyone living in the village?

Yep! Quite a few of us. Let me know if u are interested in an informal get together. We will probably do something sunday or monday.

hey guys i'll be doing the post bac in erie at lecom too. I just moved into a place in willowwood. Anyone else in that complex?

Hello everyone,
I will also be joining you at LECOM. I would be interested in the get together also.

So when is the get-together? I hope I'll be able to make it.

Yep! Quite a few of us. Let me know if u are interested in an informal get together. We will probably do something sunday or monday.

yay! when i signed my lease they told me that there were a lot of older people in the development..so I got scared..haha

I won't be around till Tuesday morning...but we should def. do something later on in the week also =)

Is there anything to do in erie??

So how is everyone finding the LECOM biomed. program?

Give us prospective applicants some insight.

Thank you.

So far, the program has been great. I am very glad I chose to come here. I think LECOM's postbac is a hidden gem, at least for now. It will get more and more competitive every year. So, if you're interested, apply asap. This is a no-lag(for most) year program. If you do well, you're admitted the following fall for med school. If DO is what you want, look no further. This program can work for preMD's, but I think Georgetown SMP or BU MAMS are better suited for MD applicants.

As far as DO or PharmD (LECOM also has pharmD postbac), this is a great program.

If you have any questions, pm me. I will answer them.

The program is great so far. It runs at a very good pace to prepare for med school. As long as you can maintain a 3.0 and get at least a 20 on your MCAT, you are pretty much guarenteed a seat for next year's DO class. The professors are wonderful and treat us like medical students. Hope this helps you out!

How was everyone's first semester? Harder than you thought? Easier than you thought?

Does anyone know if LECOM-Bradenton has a postbac program. I looked on the website but didn't see anything. Thanks.

Hey peepo

For the Postbacc Program would it be better to send a Committee Letter or just a science professor's letter of recommendation? I am asking this because in the application it didn't say anything about possibly sending a Committe Letter.

Thanks

All I sent was a science professor letter; although a committee letter would probably be acceptable as long as it addressed your capability to perform well in the post-bac program. To be sure, you can call Brian at the school. He's your go to man for the program and is super awesome. Good Luck!

Does anyone know if LECOM-Bradenton has a postbac program. I looked on the website but didn't see anything. Thanks.


I don't believe that they do. You can call the school for clarification, but I'm pretty sure that they don't.

How was everyone's first semester? Harder than you thought? Easier than you thought?

The first semester was pretty much exactly what I thought....a lot of studying to prove yourself, but it was "doable" and it has certainly prepared me for med school. I don't regret it at all.

The Bradenton campus does not have a post bac class as of yet. In fact, many of our students here for this year's post bac are from FL.

It doesn't matter if you have a committee letter or a regular science professor's letter. To be honest, most sincere committees won't write you a letter if you don't have a strong MCAT or GPA, and more than likely if you are applying to post bac, you had issues with getting into med school.(I know I did) I had a letter from my physiology professor and my microbiology professor and had no trouble whatsoever getting accepted into postbac. The truth is, they are quite lenient on the students they accept. They really do want everyone to succeed and be in a medical school somewhere! Don't sweat about the post-bac. But once you are here you will want to study and work as hard as possible to prove yourself to the school. As far as the curriculum and studying, I had no trouble at all. Did I study?... YES. Did I study a lot?... YES. But i only did so for re-inforcement to insure that I got the grades that I wanted. If you had a strong bio background in undergrad and you had over a 3.5, you should be set for the program. And yes, this will prepare you nicely for your first part of the first semester of MS1.

If anyone has any other questions, send a private message because I rarely check this thread anymore. Good Luck everyone!

Thanks for the infos. How would an applicant find out about the status of his application and if he is missing anything for the program. I have been sending a few emails without any reply.

thanks

Hello all. I am currently applying to the Postbac at LECOM. Does anyone know how long it takes for a descision to be made? I also have trouble getting LECOM to reply to my emails.

It took them about 6 weeks to accept me. I sent my app in toward the end of February and I was notified of the acceptance on the 14th of April. If you want to find anything out about post bac, address your e-mails to Brian Simmonsen (just search the LECOM website for that name and u will get his e-mail address). When I e-mail him now, I get a response back in minutes. If you address it to the postbac address, he responds, but no where near as quickly. Learn to trust Brian as he will be your best friend and resource through post bac. Any other questions, just let us know!

Hi everyone!

I have a few questions for you:
-are the lecom postbac courses at graduate level?
-would you recommend the program for someone trying to get into dental school only? I am contacting the admissions office to see if they can consider my DAT scores instead of the MCAT ones.
-is the program only for students with no Bachelors of Science (with little upper level science courses), or can someone with a Bachelors of Science apply to the program as well?

Thanks everyone :D

The courses are actually almost the same as the courses that the first year medical students take, yet it is considered an undergraduate post-bac program.

I am in this year's class and we actually have a few pre-dental students in our class now.

The program is actually meant for people who already have all the requirements for medical school, but need to show improvement academically to make up for a low GPA or low MCAT score.

Any other questions, feel free to PM me.

Hey, if anyone is still looking for a place to live, I have a friend who is looking for a roommate. She was a former LECOM PostBac '08 student accepted into this September's incoming Pharmacy class who is looking to share a large 2 bedroom townhouse, located about 9 miles from school near the lake. It has a 2 car garage (you're going to want it come winter) and full basement for storage. If you are a non-smoker, ok with pets, and would be interested in more details, send me a message and I will get you in contact with her.