Here is the long-awaited thread!! let's see how many of us going to worcester in fall 2007 are using SDN...

I'll be there! Let's here it for MCPHS - Worcester class of 2010! Woot-Woot!

woohoo ill b there too....where u guyz planing on living?

I'll probably be living on campus for the first year. Once I become a little more familiar with the area I may venture out to an off campus apartment. Howeverrrrrrr, waking up and strolling down to class is pretty enticing...:D

ill be there too :) hello everyone!

I cannot wait to meet everyone. I am so excited.:)

I think I'll probably living on campus too. I think even if it's a bit more expensive, it'll be a good experience to have, whether good or bad... lol.. since i've never lived in a dorm during my pre-pharm years...

ill be dere

I'll be there.

Add me to that list. I might get something off campus or on. I need to see what my budget is going to be like first. On campus is more expensive but, easier and you're around other students if you need help. Maybe we can do a get together when the time comes. Feel free to pm me with an email. Maybe we can try to figure some stuff out together like, all the rumors about MCP and what we really should brush up on before hand. :scared:


Oh, I'm in Mass too. :)

Add me to that list. I might get something off campus or on. I need to see what my budget is going to be like first. On campus is more expensive but, easier and you're around other students if you need help. Maybe we can do a get together when the time comes. Feel free to pm me with an email. Maybe we can try to figure some stuff out together like, all the rumors about MCP and what we really should brush up on before hand. :scared:


Oh, I'm in Mass too. :)

Hi guys... welcome... everyone~

Add me to that list. I might get something off campus or on. I need to see what my budget is going to be like first. On campus is more expensive but, easier and you're around other students if you need help. Maybe we can do a get together when the time comes. Feel free to pm me with an email. Maybe we can try to figure some stuff out together like, all the rumors about MCP and what we really should brush up on before hand. :scared:


Oh, I'm in Mass too. :)

Hi guys... Hello everyone~ Welcome!!

On campus housing is pricy, but I believe it is a good way of starting a new life in Worcester. When you have more friends and become familiar with the area, you will be able to move out easily. There are plenty of two or three bedrooms with a good price and decent neighbors but most of studios and onebedrooms are pricy like on campus housing.

Some of my classmates were going to move out after first year, but they decided not to move out since they are so used to the convenient life.

Rumors about MCP... So far, so good except a couple of professors making me crazy... but I believe any schools have some bad professors so better not complain too much...

Party, have fun and enjoy the time you have now.... don't PM me with a question like what I need to study to prepare, won't answer that... you guys will have a plenty of time to study so again enjoy the time you have now... BUT if you have no pharmacy experience, I strongly recommend to work a couple of hours a week to see what is going on...

Anyways, SEE you guys in a couple of month..

Hey everybody, what's up? I'll be there as well next year and I too plan on living in the apartments, at least for the first year.

I think I'm going to reinforce my science background little by little to prep myself better for P1....but I won't forget to enjoy myself!!

u guyz know when we start to apply for housing?

u guyz know when we start to apply for housing?

I think they send you an information packet sometime in April regarding housing...

does anyone know the national ranking of this school.....ive read other threads and im really scared......also the school has like a 70% retention rate which is one of the lowest in the nation......they apparently accept around 190 and the odd thing is that they only have around 130 something spots for roations.....im happy im going to this school...but im also scared...i cant afford to stay an extra year or even worse fail out b/c of the way they set up their classes like theraputics or pharmacy practical lab.:confused:

Do not spend your time worrying about retention rates and such. You got in, you accepted your place, start supporting your future alma mater and get yourself prepared to start pharmacy school! If you got in you are intelligent enough to complete the program, so if you work your butt off and learn the material the "failing" will not concern you! Good luck guys!

thats true....as of now immna stop worrying and b prepared to work my butt off in the fall....see y'all there!

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Hey astevens.. I was wondering if Worcester has a specific time that they schedule exams on. For Mercer, they do theirs on mondays.... I wonder if worcester does it during class time or it varies...

I was just trying to think of how to schedule my work hours and fit them ard my schedule.. thinking maybe 8 hours a week or sthg.. I hope that's not too much.

Hey astevens.. I was wondering if Worcester has a specific time that they schedule exams on. For Mercer, they do theirs on mondays.... I wonder if worcester does it during class time or it varies...

I was just trying to think of how to schedule my work hours and fit them ard my schedule.. thinking maybe 8 hours a week or sthg.. I hope that's not too much.

Yeah- we have an exam block that changes every semester with our schedules (last semester it was wednesday afternoon, this semester Thursdays at 4). I think you'll be fine with 8 hours a week, I work 8-12 hours a week and its a bit rough sometimes, but I manage. They will send you your schedule pretty early so you can probably work out your work schedule ahead of time.
astevens

Do many of the pharm students have jobs? I had my interview with Dr. Krause I believe is how you spell his name and he said that my focuse should be on my classes. What pharmacies are around the school? I currently work at Kroger Pharmacy and know that there arent any in Mass.

Does anyone know if we need to buy a laptop or whether one would be beneficial? I currently have a desktop, which is getting old and was not sure whether we needed a laptop.

Yeah- we have an exam block that changes every semester with our schedules (last semester it was wednesday afternoon, this semester Thursdays at 4). I think you'll be fine with 8 hours a week, I work 8-12 hours a week and its a bit rough sometimes, but I manage. They will send you your schedule pretty early so you can probably work out your work schedule ahead of time.
astevens
Really? You guys have an exam block? All your tests for all the classes are at a certain time outside of class?

yep- this semester its every Thursday: 4-5:30, What do the P2s have DrugDealer?

Does anyone know when orientation will be for the class of 2010? I just sent in my deposit and was wondering what info I will receive?

Our orientation was at the end of August last year, I think they sent stuff out in May about it. I work 7 hours a week and it actually is a nice break from schoolwork. They will give you your class schedule and testing block time ahead of time so you can schedule work around it. There are plenty of pharmacies around, you won't have any problem finding some hours!

Moving to prepharm with the other class of threads.

"pulls out umbrella"

See you all there!

does anyone know the national ranking of this school.....ive read other threads and im really scared......also the school has like a 70% retention rate which is one of the lowest in the nation......they apparently accept around 190 and the odd thing is that they only have around 130 something spots for roations.....im happy im going to this school...but im also scared...i cant afford to stay an extra year or even worse fail out b/c of the way they set up their classes like theraputics or pharmacy practical lab.:confused:

I think the national ranking is very low because the ranking is based on research, funds and so on. MCP is not a research institute, so the ranking probably very low.

Regarding the retention rate, we started with 190 students including manchester (40), so Worcester itself was 150. Now a couple of students quit or fell behind, and some of class of 2008 has joined us, so I think we are about 150 now. By the way, Worcester itself is accredited to graduate 135 students and Manchester has their own number ( I forgot what it was). I know school accepts more students than they can graduate, but according to Dean, if a school constantly graduate more students than they are accredited, ACPE increases the number of students that a school can graduate. I don't know if it is true or not, but there are always more than 15 students who quit due to personal reasons or fall behind because of academic difficulties. So as long as you don't get a F and keep up the GPA(2.2 or above), you won't have a problem to graduate. Don't worry too much. When you start school, don't get behind or underestimate any classes but prepare as much as possible.

I had my Worcester interview on 3/26 and got the admissions decision (accepted) yesterday 3/30. They are very quick with the turn around! I liked the school and the labs/facilities in general but am hesitating to accept because of the expensive tuition. I figured it would probably be around 45K to attend and all of that would have to be in loans!! Is anyone else also debating the money issue as well?
Also, the negative comments about the curriculum and the faculty is also factoring into the hesitation...
Thanks in advance.

I just recently signed onto facebook and created a group for the class of 2010. If you want to join the group is called MCPHS '10. Just thought we can see who will be attending the campus in the fall. If you are not part of the class of 2010, but another class you can still join.

for those who are already at MCP, will we need to get CPR-certified once we are at MCP? i am certified through the American Heart Assoc. for the BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) program, but it's expiring soon.. I wonder if I should just get it renewed and get it out of the way, or do I have to redo it completely once i'm at pharm school anyways... in that case I won't waste my money..

:rolleyes:

for those who are already at MCP, will we need to get CPR-certified once we are at MCP? i am certified through the American Heart Assoc. for the BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) program, but it's expiring soon.. I wonder if I should just get it renewed and get it out of the way, or do I have to redo it completely once i'm at pharm school anyways... in that case I won't waste my money..

I was wondering the same thing. Can anyone please help advise?

FYI Greatdeals225: This thread is much better than the other. :D

I was wondering the same thing. Can anyone please help advise?

FYI Greatdeals225: This thread is much better than the other. :D


Nope!

for those who are already at MCP, will we need to get CPR-certified once we are at MCP? i am certified through the American Heart Assoc. for the BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) program, but it's expiring soon.. I wonder if I should just get it renewed and get it out of the way, or do I have to redo it completely once i'm at pharm school anyways... in that case I won't waste my money..
You need to be certified before you can go on your advanced rotations. They have classes set up all through the spring semester of the 2nd year so that you will have it done by August. This year the classes are each week, just next door in the L&L center. It's 4-5 hours and ~$70.

yep- this semester its every Thursday: 4-5:30, What do the P2s have DrugDealer?
Every other Friday, we have a Med Chem/Pharmacology exam during the time we would normally have class. The following Monday (so every other Monday), we have a Therapeutics exam during our regular class time. So...every other weekend is shot. Our elective and physical assessment exams are also during regular class time, they just aren't as frequent!

All our exams last year were during regular class time, too. It might be nice to have an exam block so we could squeeze a few extra therapeutics classes in and dilute everything out a tad.

You need to be certified before you can go on your advanced rotations. They have classes set up all through the spring semester of the 2nd year so that you will have it done by August. This year the classes are each week, just next door in the L&L center. It's 4-5 hours and ~$70.

Thank you! :)

After you guys sent in your deposit, have you received anything from the school since? What?

After you guys sent in your deposit, have you received anything from the school since? What?


Just the medical forms so far and statements from the Registrar's stating that my balance owed is -$750.00 because of the sent in deposit. I think they must mail out new statements every month because I've gotten three so far. We'll probably receive housing info soon, after they figure out what current students are staying on campus and in what rooms.

After you guys sent in your deposit, have you received anything from the school since? What?

Hey TBS

I received everything NightcrawleRX did + a letter explaining my financial aid reward. Nothing else so far. I still have to contact the FA office when I get a chance.

Hey TBS

I received everything NightcrawleRX did + a letter explaining my financial aid reward. Nothing else so far. I still have to contact the FA office when I get a chance.


I knew I was forgetting something...I received the financial aid award letter as well. The letter states that we have to cross out any aid we don't want, sign the letter and send it back to the Financial Aid Office. I plan on taking the max amount available to me so I don't have to send anything back, right?

I knew I was forgetting something...I received the financial aid award letter as well. The letter states that we have to cross out any aid we don't want, sign the letter and send it back to the Financial Aid Office. I plan on taking the max amount available to me so I don't have to send anything back, right?

The award letter confused me actually. It does say to cross out what you don't want, sign it, and send it back. The letter looks strange though...there is no where to sign...I plan on NOT crossing anything out and taking the entire loan, I actually need more due to my EFC. So, I'm not really sure also. I'm going to stop procrastinating and call them tomorrow. After I talk to them, I'll post.

Just the medical forms so far and statements from the Registrar's stating that my balance owed is -$750.00 because of the sent in deposit. I think they must mail out new statements every month because I've gotten three so far. We'll probably receive housing info soon, after they figure out what current students are staying on campus and in what rooms.


Received the same thing. I am kinda confused about that award letter too. :cool:

You guys should be getting housing info soon. I know the RD put the packets together on Monday

My thought was that if you do not want the full amount that you should change and put the amount needed, sign it. If you do not need to change anything then I would not sign and not send to financial aid office. By the way housing looks, I have seen where it is cheaper to get off-campus housing less than school charges. It is about a third of a mile away from school too.

Does anyone know how housing assignments are done? Do they ask you certain questions through the mail to determine compatibility?

yeah- there is a personality survey and a room request thing, but I think 6 persons are about all that is left. Also if you want to request a certain floor (4-8) or whatever you are welcome to do that too.
Just a couple of suggestions on the 6-persons. The L type apartments have a great living room, but very very small kitchens (and room D is huge! and rooms E and F are discounted because they are smaller), The straight 6 bedroom apartments have a bigger kitchen, and I think an extra closet in the entry way (all the rooms here are the same size).
Sorry If this confuses you- but the packets have diagrams of the apartments and I thought you might like some info that is a bit more practical than a blue print. If you guys have any questions about housing just let me know-
Hope every one is enjoying spring!
Astevens

yeah- there is a personality survey and a room request thing, but I think 6 persons are about all that is left. Also if you want to request a certain floor (4-8) or whatever you are welcome to do that too.
Just a couple of suggestions on the 6-persons. The L type apartments have a great living room, but very very small kitchens (and room D is huge! and rooms E and F are discounted because they are smaller), The straight 6 bedroom apartments have a bigger kitchen, and I think an extra closet in the entry way (all the rooms here are the same size).
Sorry If this confuses you- but the packets have diagrams of the apartments and I thought you might like some info that is a bit more practical than a blue print. If you guys have any questions about housing just let me know-
Hope every one is enjoying spring!
Astevens

Hi,

I just got the housing assignment. According to the packet, we have 4 apartment styles left, are the bedrooms that are normal rate abt the same size? meaning a 2person and a 6-person (regular) unit bedrooms abt the same size? it doesn't look like it from the drawings. we have 2-typeB, 3typeA, 6 type B, and 6 type A left.. what would you personally suggest?

also, on the housing contract, there are 4 sections we have to answer, but nowhere on the form does it let us list out our housing choices 1,2,3, any ideas??

also, what would be a difference between 4th floor and 8th floor?

Hi,

I just got the housing assignment. According to the packet, we have 4 apartment styles left, are the bedrooms that are normal rate abt the same size? meaning a 2person and a 6-person (regular) unit bedrooms abt the same size? it doesn't look like it from the drawings. we have 2-typeB, 3typeA, 6 type B, and 6 type A left.. what would you personally suggest?

also, on the housing contract, there are 4 sections we have to answer, but nowhere on the form does it let us list out our housing choices 1,2,3, any ideas??

also, what would be a difference between 4th floor and 8th floor?

Ok- so there is 1 2typeB apartment (which is tiny!- no living room), and 2 rooms in the three bedroom apartment (both women spots), and then 6 bedrooms. (I'm friends with the RD so she told me what was left) Personally- I would suggest 6 person type B room D and overnighting your housing packet to ensure you get it- that is a huge room compared to the rest! Everything else is basically the same size regardless of the type. If you do get a 6 person though, I would suggest getting a small fridge because sharing one fridge with 5 other people can be a challenge sometimes.

Ok- on the contract there is a box of some sort and you just write in your choices somewhere in the box (and obviously state which is first choice, 2nd, etc). Also- as far as floor type, its not that much different- I live on 8 because I don't like having to hear people above me, but other people like living on four or five because its less of an elevator ride- All the floors are nice though so I wouldn't sweat it.
Astevens

Ok- so there is 1 2typeB apartment (which is tiny!- no living room), and 2 rooms in the three bedroom apartment (both women spots), and then 6 bedrooms. (I'm friends with the RD so she told me what was left) Personally- I would suggest 6 person type B room D and overnighting your housing packet to ensure you get it- that is a huge room compared to the rest! Everything else is basically the same size regardless of the type. If you do get a 6 person though, I would suggest getting a small fridge because sharing one fridge with 5 other people can be a challenge sometimes.

Ok- on the contract there is a box of some sort and you just write in your choices somewhere in the box (and obviously state which is first choice, 2nd, etc). Also- as far as floor type, its not that much different- I live on 8 because I don't like having to hear people above me, but other people like living on four or five because its less of an elevator ride- All the floors are nice though so I wouldn't sweat it.
Astevens

is the 2typeB apartment, are the bedrooms as big as the other apartment types? or are the bedrooms small as well?

One of the rooms is regular size and the other is smaller with a twin bed. But these apartments have no living room (just a kitchen and a small table), and they are right outside the elevators, so from what I have heard they are not that sound proof, but they are two bedrooms- so you just have to weigh your options

One of the rooms is regular size and the other is smaller with a twin bed. But these apartments have no living room (just a kitchen and a small table), and they are right outside the elevators, so from what I have heard they are not that sound proof, but they are two bedrooms- so you just have to weigh your options

so, if the 2-person is still available, and you get to be the first come,first served one, does the RD automatically assign you to the bigger bedroom of the two?

sorry I have so many questions :P

how small are the reduced rate bedrooms?

What did you guys put down for question 1. when it asked for select housing option? I put down single thinking that I want my own room? Also, does anyone know how much parking for a year costs too?

I put down single too...hell, I even request specific rooms like A, B, C, etc. I wasn't sure if we were supposed to do that but I figured it can't hurt. Some rooms were bigger than others or farther away from the living room or kitchen area so I tried to ask for one of those. Anyone know how long it takes to hear back from them as to whether or not we got housing and what room?

:cool: Hi Everyone, I'll be there this Fall. For current students, what are the students like at Worcester? What is the avg. age? What is the major ethnic group (not that it matters but just out of curiosity)? I'm Asian-American and 23 yrs old... Does anyone else mind sharing?? :D

20.....east indian...

Do you guys know which of the 4 apartments hassingle rooms? Or each of them has single or double? I am so confused. How are the singles and doubles different in price? Also, is 6-person type A and room E and F from 6 person type B all considered Reduced-Rate that costs $6900/yr? Thank you!

Do you guys know which of the 4 apartments hassingle rooms? Or each of them has single or double? I am so confused. How are the singles and doubles different in price? Also, is 6-person type A and room E and F from 6 person type B all considered Reduced-Rate that costs $6900/yr? Thank you!

ha? I think everyone has their own bedrooms, this is written on one of the pages they sent you. Then, the Room E and F have twin beds, so they are discounted (smaller bedrooms) and they have * next to them. The ones that don't have a * are normal prices.

and to answer DaoPharm, I'm 23 Asian

ha? I think everyone has their own bedrooms, this is written on one of the pages they sent you. Then, the Room E and F have twin beds, so they are discounted (smaller bedrooms) and they have * next to them. The ones that don't have a * are normal prices.

and to answer DaoPharm, I'm 23 Asian

Sorry for confusing you. I might not receive that extra page. Thanks though!

24.. italian american.. female.. nyc :) cant wait to meet everyone!

yea me too.....o yea btw where is everyone from??.....im from Toronto (canada):D

22 yrs old, male, pure Italian :horns:

I’m Italian-American as well, 23 year-old male…haha, any of you who plan to live on campus know how to make a good sauce?

For any current students…I’m shopping around for a new laptop and was wondering how often you need a computer for anything class-related? I currently have a Dell Inspiron and even though five years ago it was top of the line, it now is ready to shat the bed at any given moment. I mean it runs okay but I need a new one anyways and definitely prefer a laptop. Also, for any tech-geeks out there I wouldn’t mind hearing opinions on what type of laptop to buy…thanks.

anyone hear anything from housing?.....i called and im living in a 6 person type A....anyone else living in the same?

I’m Italian-American as well, 23 year-old male…haha, any of you who plan to live on campus know how to make a good sauce?

For any current students…I’m shopping around for a new laptop and was wondering how often you need a computer for anything class-related? I currently have a Dell Inspiron and even though five years ago it was top of the line, it now is ready to shat the bed at any given moment. I mean it runs okay but I need a new one anyways and definitely prefer a laptop. Also, for any tech-geeks out there I wouldn’t mind hearing opinions on what type of laptop to buy…thanks.

I think it all depends what you plan to do. I think a laptop that can withstand browsing online with more than 3 windows open without lagging is not bad... I think most of what you would need to do is go online and look up medical sources or check your emails. I would say, go with Acer if your budget is tight, they are not as bad... However, if you plan on playing games or doing a lot of video-related stuff such as YouTube or anything like that, need one with better video cards.....

that's just my opinion.

I’m Italian-American as well, 23 year-old male…haha, any of you who plan to live on campus know how to make a good sauce?

For any current students…I’m shopping around for a new laptop and was wondering how often you need a computer for anything class-related? I currently have a Dell Inspiron and even though five years ago it was top of the line, it now is ready to shat the bed at any given moment. I mean it runs okay but I need a new one anyways and definitely prefer a laptop. Also, for any tech-geeks out there I wouldn’t mind hearing opinions on what type of laptop to buy…thanks.

Yo Nightcrawler,

A'lora, adesso ti dico che faccio una salsa incredibile!

Anyone else think I can't make an incredible sauce after that comment?? :D

Apresto,
-PmP

Also, for any tech-geeks out there I wouldn’t mind hearing opinions on what type of laptop to buy…thanks.
I'm on my second Sony Vaio laptop...so I'm a big fan of the Sony. The slightly higher price-point ones are really thin and light, but they are still big enough to type on easily and have great screen real-estate. I haven't had a desktop for years...I use my sexy Sony for everything and often have 7-8 windows open. I use it all the time for school--I'm the type of person that likes to type up all sorts of lists and I make soooo many drug charts!!

Drugdealer what year are u again? I think I'm also going to buy a laptop too, sony has some good ones.

I am going to be 23, aisan female =D

Yo Nightcrawler,

A'lora, adesso ti dico che faccio una salsa incredibile!

Anyone else think I can't make an incredible sauce after that comment?? :D

Apresto,
-PmP

Friggin awesome...that's all I have to say about that.

I'm on my second Sony Vaio laptop...so I'm a big fan of the Sony. The slightly higher price-point ones are really thin and light, but they are still big enough to type on easily and have great screen real-estate. I haven't had a desktop for years...I use my sexy Sony for everything and often have 7-8 windows open. I use it all the time for school--I'm the type of person that likes to type up all sorts of lists and I make soooo many drug charts!!


DrugDealer and greatdeals, thanks for the opinions. Price isn't too much of a concern only because more often than not, you get what you pay for and I want something reliable. I was figuring somewhere around $1500, including warranties. I love the Sony's...I've already checked a few out at BestBuy but I just feel you overpay a little because of the name. I found a Toshiba I like alot but I've never had one and don't know much about them. And of course, for the price, Dell is always an option I suppose. Anyways, I'll figure it out eventually and I appreciate the response, any other comments are welcome.

DrugDealer and greatdeals, thanks for the opinions. Price isn't too much of a concern only because more often than not, you get what you pay for and I want something reliable. I was figuring somewhere around $1500, including warranties. I love the Sony's...I've already checked a few out at BestBuy but I just feel you overpay a little because of the name. I found a Toshiba I like alot but I've never had one and don't know much about them. And of course, for the price, Dell is always an option I suppose. Anyways, I'll figure it out eventually and I appreciate the response, any other comments are welcome.


yea.. look it up, we all have personal preferences when it comes to brands... I personally have used my HP Pavilion for over 2 years now without a problem, and i'll be keeping it throughout pharm school if this little baby agrees with me :D

If you think that Sony might be a little over priced.. haha.. wait for Memorial or July 4th sales then!!... sometimes you can find great deals online.. with rebates and everything, you can save a couple hundred....

I am going to be 23, aisan female =D

me too!!

i have a toshiba satellite laptop and i absolutely love it.. i have no problems with it and i think it was named one of the best laptops by PCMag a while ago.. i have only good things to say about mine..
on another note did everyone hand in the housing applications? i've been stewing on mine for a while and i'm nervous that all the rooms are going to be taken..

I sent mine in two days ago. They only have 4 different layouts available. I tried to get the three bedroom one.

i have a toshiba satellite laptop and i absolutely love it.. i have no problems with it and i think it was named one of the best laptops by PCMag a while ago.. i have only good things to say about mine..
on another note did everyone hand in the housing applications? i've been stewing on mine for a while and i'm nervous that all the rooms are going to be taken..

The Toshiba I'm looking at is actually a satellite and I beginning to like it more and more based on its features and the price.

As for housing...I sent mine in as soon as I got the forms in the mail just to be sure I got a room because I was set on living on-campus for P1 at least. I would call Mrs. Palumbo, the Resident Director to see what's available. I emailed her a while ago about housing and called her a few days ago just to make sure they received my forms and she was really helpful each time.

As for housing...I sent mine in as soon as I got the forms in the mail just to be sure I got a room because I was set on living on-campus for P1 at least. I would call Mrs. Palumbo, the Resident Director to see what's available. I emailed her a while ago about housing and called her a few days ago just to make sure they received my forms and she was really helpful each time.

Hey Just a heads up- Susan Palumbo is like 22 and is gonna be a P-1 next year too- so you'll meet her eventually. She's super nice, but definelty not a "Mrs" :laugh: Also- I think all that's left is six bedrooms
Astevens

Haha, you know I thought of that while typing that post and when I had to contact her about housing. I just naturally assumed she was older and figured I’d address her as a Mrs. rather than her first name. I guess we all know what happens when you assume. Anyways, tell “Mrs. Palumbo” I apologize for getting that wrong (unless she visits this site herself) and next time I have to call I’ll be sure to address her as Susan, haha, hey either way she was really helpful.

I was wondering how the resident director can be a student? I'm not saying she should not be but how did this happen?

she's not a student this year, she will be starting next year as a student and the school will be hiring a new resident director. She might still be involved in res life- but she won't be doing both. I can't imagine doing that much work :confused: You guys enjoy your free time while you can!!

when are you guyz moving in??....i was thinking 3rd week of august if i can

they have an offical move in day for everyone. I think we moved in the day before orientation started- they'll send you all of the information in june or july.
Astevens

Does anyone know if the school provides anti-virus software for computers? The last school that I attended had their own software that was required on everyones computer. I' am about to buy a dell laptop and was wondering whether I needed a 3 yr service.

I still haven't received my financial aid package.. I think I should give them a call pretty soon lol.... i wonder if we get less aid because we turn in our application at a later date, although still making the deadline...

u guyz know were in the apartments you are living?.....im living at 805E in the 6 person type A.....im guessing 805 is the apt number....is anyone in the same?

How long did it take to get back your room assignment after you sent in your forms?

Astevens,

what do you mean freetime? You mean that when I get to MCPHS that I actually have to study? Just kidding. I will enjoy my time at the pharmacy until school starts. Can't wait to learn!!

hey kapz- I'm on 8 as well just down the hall. From what I hear there are supposed to be some pretty cool people in you room- and I think you are the only male room on the floor except for a studio. Also- the guys in 805 right now aren't the cleanest (not horrible though) and while maintenance cleans the apartments before you move in- you might want to make sure you have cleaning supplies on move in day.

hey kapz- I'm on 8 as well just down the hall. From what I hear there are supposed to be some pretty cool people in you room- and I think you are the only male room on the floor except for a studio. Also- the guys in 805 right now aren't the cleanest (not horrible though) and while maintenance cleans the apartments before you move in- you might want to make sure you have cleaning supplies on move in day.

When they say that the apart has a furnished kitchen, do we still bring in our pots and pans and small appliances? or does MCPW provide?

I can't think of anything else I would want to bring in... any suggestions from anyone who's already student there?

lol...how unclean are they?....im a real clean person so thats gonna suck a little....but im not anal about it so guess it doesnt matter that much.....im pretty stoked about moving in now:)

Has anyone received how much tuition will be for first year students yet? How much?

Has anyone received how much tuition will be for first year students yet? How much?

I got an approximate cost of attendance if $51,741 for the year according to my award letter. My award letter is totally ridiculous. Both of my parents combined make less a year than the cost of attendance for 1 year, and I'm not making much either as a part timer.... and no financial aid whatsoever, just loans.... i'll have to give them a call on monday.

I got an approximate cost of attendance if $51,741 for the year according to my award letter. My award letter is totally ridiculous. Both of my parents combined make less a year than the cost of attendance for 1 year, and I'm not making much either as a part timer.... and no financial aid whatsoever, just loans.... i'll have to give them a call on monday.

I'm not 100% sure but from my understanding it isn't very common to get anything but loans for a professional program. Scholarships are the same, while I'm sure they may be out there, they're much harder to get compared to undergrad. Don't feel bad, my aid is almost completely loans as well...it sucks but at least we should be making fairly good money out of school, that's just the way it goes.

I also don't think it will cost $51,000 for the year. That's what they assume it will cost you. On top of the $33,000 tuition you will need housing. I think on-campus 6-rooms are about $8,000. Then books, parking, all the other stupid fees colleges charge, etc. I would bet the $51,000 in aid will leave you with a few thousand left over but then again who knows.

Payin off these loans will def be a pain in the ass but I'm just gonna take one step at a time. I can't do anything about it so I'll worry about it after I get out...but you should call MCP anyways, it's worth a try...good luck.

I'm not 100% sure but from my understanding it isn't very common to get anything but loans for a professional program. Scholarships are the same, while I'm sure they may be out there, they're much harder to get compared to undergrad. Don't feel bad, my aid is almost completely loans as well...it sucks but at least we should be making fairly good money out of school, that's just the way it goes.

I also don't think it will cost $51,000 for the year. That's what they assume it will cost you. On top of the $33,000 tuition you will need housing. I think on-campus 6-rooms are about $8,000. Then books, parking, all the other stupid fees colleges charge, etc. I would bet the $51,000 in aid will leave you with a few thousand left over but then again who knows.

Payin off these loans will def be a pain in the ass but I'm just gonna take one step at a time. I can't do anything about it so I'll worry about it after I get out...but you should call MCP anyways, it's worth a try...good luck.

Thanks... I feel much better now.. I just thought that I should be getting more aid since my income is not much and neither are my parents, just like I used to as an undergrad, but since u've said that they should most likely be loans.. I feel better.. not that I'm happy to take that much loan out.

I'm going to give them a call anyways.

Anyone know the lowest interest/deal for private loans? my pharmacy manager referred me to the TERI loan... she said that it was the best.. as far as she knows. Anyone else?

:)

I wonder when we will be getting our class schedules..... has everyone turned in their health forms yet??

I think I'm going to turn mine in next month. I think it is due by July. I don't think we get our class schedules until June.

I think I'm going to turn mine in next month. I think it is due by July. I don't think we get our class schedules until June.

I am P1. It's been a while so not sure when I got the class schedule. However, I think the schedule will be available on the orientation; they will give you a big packet, which contains various information and I think class schedule was one of them. You guys will be provided with exam schedule as well. There are a lot of exams per week on the first semester, so be prepared~ Don't get behind!!

I am P1. It's been a while so not sure when I got the class schedule. However, I think the schedule will be available on the orientation; they will give you a big packet, which contains various information and I think class schedule was one of them. You guys will be provided with exam schedule as well. There are a lot of exams per week on the first semester, so be prepared~ Don't get behind!!

are the professors good with sticking to your exam schedules? i have had instances where professors reschedule the exam because he fell behind on his teaching or any other factor....

are the professors good with sticking to your exam schedules? i have had instances where professors reschedule the exam because he fell behind on his teaching or any other factor....

I think it is a school policy that professors can't just change the exam date unless majority of students request with a valid reason. Everyone including professor MUST agree with the new date, and professors have to see dean to confirm the date. So most likely, once the exam schedule is out, it is done deal. Most of professors are pretty good at keeping up their schedules, so you won't have any problems of planning ahead.

This is a week of final and just done with Biochem II/Nutrition. It wasn't bad at all but I studied a lot more than I should have done... Anyways, 4 more to go but I am already tired.

Wish me a luck~

First off, good luck on finals DrugRx...All this talk about exams makes me wonder if any current students at Worcester remember when their first wave of exams were in the fall of P1. I ask only because my sister is getting married on Sept. 15 and that may be a bad weekend if we already have tests the following Monday...it wouldn't really surprise me if we did, I mean I've had undergrad classes with exams after two weeks. Anyways, just wondering, I can't do anything about it obviously and at least the ride home for me isn't all that long.

I think our first exam was week 3 (maybe four), but once they started we had at least one- if not two a week for the rest of the semester. So I'd just suggest try not to get behind-
off to study
Astevens

Hey guys,

There are no rooms left from what I heard from sue in housing. I have been looking at some apartments near school. Like a 4 minute walk if that. For a 2 bedroom with utilities and including internet is around 450 a month, cheaper than school apartments. I was wondering if anyone is interested in getting a roommate. Or, if 2 other people are interested I have seen some 3 bedrooms for 900. So with utilities maybe 400 a piece. I got a car, pots, dishes, silverware, car, couch, dining table, tv, xbox 360 etc. I live an hour from Worcester by the way so I know the surrounding area.

Little info about me: 26 yrs old, male, Portuguese (if it matters). PM me if anyone is interested.

For a 2 bedroom with utilities and including internet is around 450 a month, cheaper than school apartments. I was wondering if anyone is interested in getting a roommate. Or, if 2 other people are interested I have seen some 3 bedrooms for 900. So with utilities maybe 400 a piece. I got a car, pots, dishes, silverware, car, couch, dining table, tv, xbox 360 etc. I live an hour from Worcester by the way so I know the surrounding area.

Maybe you already know this if you're from the area, but anything that costs $450 in downtown Worcester is going to be totally ghetto and you will have crackheads and prostitutes living in that same building. There is decent stuff in walking distance from school, but that starts at around $1000. The 3 bed for $900 might be ok, but you would definitely have to check out the block at night for an accurate feel.

I think our first exam was week 3 (maybe four), but once they started we had at least one- if not two a week for the rest of the semester. So I'd just suggest try not to get behind-
off to study
Astevens
Yeah, first year the first exam is like the 3rd Friday, then it's go-go-go from there. Second year, first exam is on the 2nd Friday, next one is on that Monday, and then it keeps repeating--every other Friday and the following Monday.

Yeah, first year the first exam is like the 3rd Friday, then it's go-go-go from there. Second year, first exam is on the 2nd Friday, next one is on that Monday, and then it keeps repeating--every other Friday and the following Monday.

I see my weekends will be highly eventful. :D

::BRACING MYSELF FOR IMPACT::

Yeah, first year the first exam is like the 3rd Friday, then it's go-go-go from there. Second year, first exam is on the 2nd Friday, next one is on that Monday, and then it keeps repeating--every other Friday and the following Monday.

How was therapeutics final? Our finals are not bad at all so far. Kinetics were a lot easier than I thought although k-type questions were still confusing. 3 more to go!! YEAH~

Yea I was there during the day. The building I saw was in the financial district and wasn't that bad actually. There are the Bancroft apartments also. But that is $1000.00 for a 2 bedroom I think. It's a pain in the ass to try and find a place on my own. A roommate would definitely work but hard to find one right now.

Hi: I have got accepted to MCPHS and I have to pay the deposit till mid may.I already put the deposit($1000) for Pacific University in Oregon, and I am waitlisted in USN(my number one choice).I really need your advice. I don't know what to do at this point????????Should I pay the deposit again???

Hi: I have got accepted to MCPHS and I have to pay the deposit till mid may.I already put the deposit($1000) for Pacific University in Oregon, and I am waitlisted in USN(my number one choice).I really need your advice. I don't know what to do at this point????????Should I pay the deposit again???

it depends. if USN rejects you, which school would u rather go to? PU or MCPHS? u can also call USN and find out where you are at on the waiting list and see whether u got a chance to get in... I'd say, $750 is nothing when you compare it to $40K tuition a year !! :laugh:

Good Luck with ur decision! :luck:

That's true, If i don't get accepted to USN, I am not sure which one of these schools is better choice.Pu is a new school, and I dont know much about MCPHS.I just noticed from another thread that people are rejecting UCSF offer and will attend this school!!!!!!!!Is this school really that good?

it depends. if USN rejects you, which school would u rather go to? PU or MCPHS? u can also call USN and find out where you are at on the waiting list and see whether u got a chance to get in... I'd say, $750 is nothing when you compare it to $40K tuition a year !! :laugh:

Good Luck with ur decision! :luck:

Good luck on ur exams Asteven and DrugRX!! I am done with my midterms and presentation. ^_^

How was therapeutics final? Our finals are not bad at all so far. Kinetics were a lot easier than I thought although k-type questions were still confusing. 3 more to go!! YEAH~
Therapeutics was fine, it was just like any of our other tests. It wasn't cumulative, and the class does get better as you go along and have more of a pharmacology background to apply to it. In the beginning, we were just memorizing that we used X drug to treat Y disease because we didn't know anything about that drug yet. Anyway, med chem/pharmacology and physical assessment were cumulative, though. I actually liked that pharmacology covered the whole semester, because it forced me to go back to those very early topics, which now make more sense and I can incorporate them with other stuff we've learned to form that big picture.

Therapeutics was fine, it was just like any of our other tests. It wasn't cumulative, and the class does get better as you go along and have more of a pharmacology background to apply to it. In the beginning, we were just memorizing that we used X drug to treat Y disease because we didn't know anything about that drug yet. Anyway, med chem/pharmacology and physical assessment were cumulative, though. I actually liked that pharmacology covered the whole semester, because it forced me to go back to those very early topics, which now make more sense and I can incorporate them with other stuff we've learned to form that big picture.


first post! dealer, since you seem to be a student, any advice for all of us upcoming new students on our last couple months of freedom? subjects to review? study? dont study?

just got my housing assignment! got 5th floor! (although I would take any floor lol)

I have been waiting sometime to get my housing assignment. All I know is that they have deposited my check so I'am going to assume that I did get a spot. I guess I'll call the RD tomorrow.

Anyone have any advice on what we should bring to the dorms.. I mean, not daily essential items.. but anything that you have been missing and wished you had known to bring/buy it when you first moved in ??

Anyone know what the largest-size (i.e. 1.7cu/ft, 2.7 cu/ft, etc.) of mini-fridge is allowed in the apartments? Thanks in advance.

Greatdeals,

what housing type are you in? I got mine back on Saturday and am on the 8th floor.

Greatdeals,

what housing type are you in? I got mine back on Saturday and am on the 8th floor.

i live in a 3-ppl apart on the 5th floor.. you? i'm wondering what things i should bring in to the dorms.. other than clothes and what to write with... lol

i live in a 3-ppl apart on the 5th floor.. you? i'm wondering what things i should bring in to the dorms.. other than clothes and what to write with... lol

I'll be on the 8th floor in a six room appartment.

have u called ur future roomies yet?

I have tried to call one of them, but no answer. What about you?

Does anyone who got accepted want to share their stats??? I want to apply there next year and I did call the school and they told me that the average GPA of this year's accpeted class was 3.4. Is your GPA a lot higher than that? When did u apply?

since they dont require pcat, do u have to have a bachelors, did any1 get in without a bachelors??...and what are ur extracuriculars, that will be soo helpful thank youuuuuuuu :).....

Does anyone who got accepted want to share their stats??? I want to apply there next year and I did call the school and they told me that the average GPA of this year's accpeted class was 3.4. Is your GPA a lot higher than that? When did u apply?

My stats:

Overall Cumulative GPA: 3.8
Science & Math GPA: 3.75
Pre-pharm GPA: 3.75
Non-science GPA: 3.9

B.S. Biotechnology
B.A. Chemistry
Kean State University of NJ

Graduated Magna Cum Laude
Phi Kappa Phi (National L.A. Honors Society)
Beta Beta Beta (National Biological Honors Society)
Lambda Alpha Sigma (University Honors Society)

2 Years Corporate Executive Biopharmaceutical Company
1 Year Private Industry Research
Publications in Molecular Biology discipline
Many other EC's - clubs, organizations, committees, etc.

*Note: Zero actual pharmacy setting work experience.

I have tried to call one of them, but no answer. What about you?

I haven't called mine yet. The # they gave me was the dorm's phone #, so my guess is they are P2s.... both of them in the same room.. they must already be all settled haha.... i don't know when to call them, I don't want to interfere with exams and stuff.....

they said that the move-in day is wednesday august 28th, so does that mean we can move in any day from wednesday til the start of classes? hmm... it's first time i'm gonna live in dorms... i think i'll get lost trying to register, check in, get keys, and all that stuff.. lol

I just got an email to sign up if you want a parking permit from the garage next to the school..... pick it up during move-in day.... did u guys check ur emails?

I just got an email to sign up if you want a parking permit from the garage next to the school..... pick it up during move-in day.... did u guys check ur emails?

Hey, thanks for the post...I got the same email, in fact I got two because I never responded to the first one. I must have given them an old email address somewhere along the line and I seldom ever check it anymore and it won't allow me to auto-forward to my current address. I definitely wouldn't have known that they even contacted me.

Anyways, I emailed them back asking for a spot in the garage, hope it's not too late becasue one email that was sent yesterday stated they needed to know by the end of the day.

Hey, thanks for the post...I got the same email, in fact I got two because I never responded to the first one. I must have given them an old email address somewhere along the line and I seldom ever check it anymore and it won't allow me to auto-forward to my current address. I definitely wouldn't have known that they even contacted me.

Anyways, I emailed them back asking for a spot in the garage, hope it's not too late becasue one email that was sent yesterday stated they needed to know by the end of the day.


yea, she sent me an email asking for an answer by end of wednesday, i emailed her around midnight lol.... but it was still ok for thursday. It was so weird, she was meaning as if someone already had contacted us for a spot and we were the 'leftovers' that haven't responded lol

I never received any parking invitations via e-mail yet. Has anyone received any info about classes yet? I think my first year I will not take my car to school and leave it back in GA. I was told that we did not need one fore the first year.

Hey whats up everyone, first post here. I got waitlisted from housing but i eventually got in........705B in a 6 person. A little about me....im 23, irish, born in western mass.....i graduated UMass-Amherst with a BS in Kinesiology. not much pharm experience, i started workin at walgreens in december....before that i was a personal trainer so im pretty intrested in this free gym MCP speaks of......anyway if anyone wants to talk hit me up my aim is JDski316 and my email is jmdickso@student.umass.edu look forward to meetin everyone.......John D

Hey guys...I am applying to worcester this year can u guys give me ur stats or advice to make my app more competitive....I have low GPA:(

Hey guys...I am applying to worcester this year can u guys give me ur stats or advice to make my app more competitive....I have low GPA:(

what is considered a low GPA to you might not be to me or the committee.... but you definitely need tech experience, and being certified is an extra + in their eyes.

Hi all. I just have a quick question.

What would be "pushing it" in regards to MCPHS's 500-word essay limit? +/- 50 words? +/- 100? I am just wondering because I'm having difficulty shaping my essay with their strict structure (using 500 words to explain three topics is pretty strict to me, haha). Anyways, please shed some light for me... thank you :o

Hey guys...I am applying to worcester this year can u guys give me ur stats or advice to make my app more competitive....I have low GPA:(


My suggestion would be to work towards your Bachelor’s degree. While doing so you can try to improve your overall GPA and show improvement. It also gives you something to fall back on if pharmacy school doesn’t work out. It is becoming more and more common for schools to favor students holding a degree…I wouldn’t be surprised if 70% or more of our class has at least a Bachelor’s. I have my B.S. in Biology and I don’t necessarily think that makes me or anyone else “smarter” than someone without a degree. However, I think it does show maturity somewhat. You could be 19 or 20 and have all the pre-reqs done and most people with a Bachelor’s don’t finish until 22-23, maybe older. Even though that is only a few years, there is a big difference between a 19 year old and a 23 year old.

Of course, if you already have a degree then I guess the best thing would be to get experience in a pharmacy setting or to re-take any pre-pharm courses that you did poorly in. Best of luck.

Hi all. I just have a quick question.

What would be "pushing it" in regards to MCPHS's 500-word essay limit? +/- 50 words? +/- 100? I am just wondering because I'm having difficulty shaping my essay with their strict structure (using 500 words to explain three topics is pretty strict to me, haha). Anyways, please shed some light for me... thank you :o


I would say +/- 50 words is fine…I don’t think they sit there counting words, I certainly wouldn’t but they would know if you blatantly went over the 500 word limit. I can’t remember but I think there is also a section on the application where you can tell the adcom anything else you think would be worthwhile for them to know. My advice is to just stay positive on anything you write and if you don’t have enough space to get everything on paper then try to cut it down and explain it better if and when you get an interview.

my essay was pretty ****ty, writing was never my strong point but i think it was like 475-490. i lived with a business major tho and he helped me make my resume as good as it could be. i probably got in based on my gpa and the fact that i have a B.S. tho, i wasnt too confident after my interview but i heard from MCP 3 days later......ive heard from other students that having a BA or BS really helps

Hey.. did anyone else notice that the Fall 2007 class schedule has been posted on the MCPHS website? Looks pretty good.

Hey.. did anyone else notice that the Fall 2007 class schedule has been posted on the MCPHS website? Looks pretty good.

hmm... can you paste the link? I looked all over the website and can't find it :P

hmm... can you paste the link? I looked all over the website and can't find it :P

It's listed as "course offering" under "registrar"
http://www.mcphs.edu/about%5Fmcphs/offices%5Fand%5Fservices/registrar/docs/course_offerings_worcester_fall.pdf

i wonder when they are going to send us a definite schedule with our service learning assignment...

i wonder when they are going to send us a definite schedule with our service learning assignment...

You will get everything on your orientation, so enjoy your time-off.

You will get everything on your orientation, so enjoy your time-off.


What are examples of learning service that the school wants you to do?

What are examples of learning service that the school wants you to do?

Check out this thread:

http://forums.studentdoctor.net/showthread.php?t=412170

The schedule doesn't look too bad, although it would have been nice to have both Tuesday and Thursday mornings free to do whatever or sleep in...not bad though.

What are examples of learning service that the school wants you to do?

There are various service learning sites available like free clinic, high school, elementary school, boy scout and so on. There are more but I don't remember all of them. What I did was tutoring Math at community college. Some students still go there from time to time to help them out. In the beginning, I had no idea why pharmacy students need to do this, but it is NOT that bad; you get to interact with people out of your boundary and you do learn something. Once a week for 3 hours...

Be aware that this is a required course and there was a few students failed this course, so they had to repeat the whole year. It is extremely extremely extremely hard to fail this class. None in our class but few in previous class... So don't play a game but just go when you are supposed to go, do what you are asked to do and act professionally.

Hey DrugRx or any current students, what's the actual dress code in class. I know you have to always wear you lab coat while in the building and I know some people like to bitch about the dress policy. Quite honestly, I don't really care, I mean it's nice to roll out of bed and toss on some shorts and sandals and stroll into class but I understand that you wouldn't do that at your job and that's essentially what this prepares you for.

I'm asking as a guy but I'm sure the incoming women are curious as well.

Be aware that this is a required course and there was a few students failed this course, so they had to repeat the whole year. It is extremely extremely extremely hard to fail this class. None in our class but few in previous class... So don't play a game but just go when you are supposed to go, do what you are asked to do and act professionally.
Someone in my class failed because they were assigned to a school (I don't know if it was elementary or middle or whatever), and they talked about how drunk they got the night before while they were at the site. Just be professional, use your common sense if you have it, and you'll be fine!

hmmm... on the course offering links, the service learning is only 50 minutes, 1 day a week... how is it possible to do any type of volunteerings in 50 minutes..... I'm wondering if we get to chose the time we want to go.

Hey DrugRx or any current students, what's the actual dress code in class. I know you have to always wear you lab coat while in the building and I know some people like to bitch about the dress policy. Quite honestly, I don't really care, I mean it's nice to roll out of bed and toss on some shorts and sandals and stroll into class but I understand that you wouldn't do that at your job and that's essentially what this prepares you for.

I'm asking as a guy but I'm sure the incoming women are curious as well.

When i went to a pharmD transfer presentation a couple years back, they were saying that jeans weren't allowed. but for this past interview, they said that clean jeans were allowed... but no flip flops (which I understand, although that'll be nice!!)

I'm sure they have a different dress code for labs (no open toe shoes for safety??)

hmmm... on the course offering links, the service learning is only 50 minutes, 1 day a week... how is it possible to do any type of volunteerings in 50 minutes..... I'm wondering if we get to chose the time we want to go.
You meet for class for those 50 minutes each week and discuss various ways to be a more compassionate pharmacist, or to address cultural diversity, or to discuss the benefit of volunteering. You'll have articles to read and you'll discuss them. We met for 1.5 hours each week, actually. The actual volunteering is done on your own time.

When i went to a pharmD transfer presentation a couple years back, they were saying that jeans weren't allowed. but for this past interview, they said that clean jeans were allowed... but no flip flops (which I understand, although that'll be nice!!)

I'm sure they have a different dress code for labs (no open toe shoes for safety??)
Clean jeans are fine for class. They say no flip-flops, but this is not enforced for lecture. We have one girl whose skirt is always shorter than her lab coat. So, for regular lectures, you can get away with anything. For lab and formal presentations, you must dress professionally, which also excludes all open-toed shoes (just like most work environments) and shorts. The guys have to wear ties on those days.

Hey i was just wondering if anyone knew when we would get all our info on what classes we are/can take, how to set up an email account, when to move in, and all the other new student stuff. Thanks in advance for the help.

have you guys gotten your final bill for fall 07 yet?? i don't know how we are suppose to know how much to borrow if we don't have a finalized bill. The only thing they tell us is the estimated cost of attendance..

:o

have you guys gotten your final bill for fall 07 yet?? i don't know how we are suppose to know how much to borrow if we don't have a finalized bill. The only thing they tell us is the estimated cost of attendance..

I was at the financial aid office at MCPHS-Boston yesterday and saw they were preparing financial statements and bills for incoming students. I asked them the same question and a lady who was working on the mails to be sent out answered that “ I am working on it and will send them out today, so you will get it soon.”

Hey guys, my name is Chris and I will be starting mcphs worcester this fall, i am currently looking for a roommate to live at either 600 main or bancroft, if any one is interested please email me asap at dholiraja@gmail.com
I am 23, just graduated from the university of texas, male, very outgoing and social, easy to get along with! If anyone is starting mcphs and could not get housing please contact me.

anyone know where the health insurance waiver form would be? On the link they provide you to sign your MPN for the loans, it says you should be able to do the waiver.. however, after you sign in... nowhere can you do that.

anyone know where the health insurance waiver form would be? On the link they provide you to sign your MPN for the loans, it says you should be able to do the waiver.. however, after you sign in... nowhere can you do that.

Very good question.. I second that question..I was about to ask the same thing. Anybody?

Very good question.. I second that question..I was about to ask the same thing. Anybody?

I emailed student financial services and they said we are supposed to get a waiver form with our fall bill, which we should be receiving shortly, possibly this week.

they will also have extra forms at orientation in case you forget!

I emailed student financial services and they said we are supposed to get a waiver form with our fall bill, which we should be receiving shortly, possibly this week.

Thank you.

do we get our school email account during orientation too?

do we get our school email account during orientation too?

Yah, we will get our email during orientation!

I was looking at the classes and was wondering about Intermediate Pharmacy Practice Experience, which is the start of your second year. Does the school assign you to a location or can you pick?

I just received my fall bill of $15,541 with the Student Health Waiver. Doesn't seem like my financial aid has kicked in yet? >.<
Is any one of you in the same situation?

I just received my fall bill of $15,541 with the Student Health Waiver. Doesn't seem like my financial aid has kicked in yet? >.<
Is any one of you in the same situation?

wow.. that's a lot.. u might wanna give the financial aid a call. I haven't received mine yet.

wow.. that's a lot.. u might wanna give the financial aid a call. I haven't received mine yet.

Yah, I will!

Yah, I will!

let us know the outcome! :luck:

I received my bill today and my financial aid had kicked in. Have you signed your MPN for loans yet? They may not be able to apply the loans to your account until that has been signed. Good luck!

I received my bill today and my financial aid had kicked in. Have you signed your MPN for loans yet? They may not be able to apply the loans to your account until that has been signed. Good luck!

I received mine yesterday also. The Financial aid was applied to the bill. You can go to the Electronic Financial aid office and check the status of your loans if you register. This might seem strange, but once on the site, click on "MPN and Entrance Counseling", then click on " Entrance Counseling and MPN", then register yourself with a username and passcode. Once this is done you can see your loans in your account.

I also received my bill today. I still have to pay $5500 by august first and am unsure how I'am going to pay that and my food for the year. I do have about 8k in the bank, but am going to find some other loans out there that are reasonable.

If any of you owe about the same after loans from the Government kicked in what are you going to do? Are you taking out other loans and with who?

If any of you owe about the same after loans from the Government kicked in what are you going to do? Are you taking out other loans and with who?

I am in the same boat as you. I will most likely use the Sallie Mae private student loan to make up the difference. I have another account I can take money from; kinda like you, but I figure I may need that in case of any emergencies.

I started a search for competitive private student loan rates. They all seem to be around the same; based off of prime.

If anyone knows of a great private student loan, please let me know. I figure I need to apply this week, if I am going to apply, to make it for August 1st. Thanks

I am in the same boat as you. I will most likely use the Sallie Mae private student loan to make up the difference. I have another account I can take money from; kinda like you, but I figure I may need that in case of any emergencies.

I started a search for competitive private student loan rates. They all seem to be around the same; based off of prime.

If anyone knows of a great private student loan, please let me know. I figure I need to apply this week, if I am going to apply, to make it for August 1st. Thanks

the pharmacistS i work with have suggested TERI loan because they are government-funded aid.. and the interest rates are lower than sallie mae.

the pharmacistS i work with have suggested TERI loan because they are government-funded aid.. and the interest rates are lower than sallie mae.

Thanks. I'll check it out!

:love:

has everyone submitted the health/immunization forms yet? i still have to get the shots taken..and at this time i don't have health insurance...also, do you guys know whether medifile has to receive our stuff by july 27th or does it have to be postmarked by that date?

I sent my forms in a few days ago. You have to take the meningicoccal vaccine (spelling?), but if you don't have insurance, it's close to $100.. and a lot of insurances don't cover for that either. In addition, they require you to have a chest xray once a year to confirm that you don't have TB, as well as MMR blood test to check that you are immune, else they require boosters.

I think they have to receive it by the 27th, altho i might be wrong.

has everyone submitted the health/immunization forms yet? i still have to get the shots taken..and at this time i don't have health insurance...also, do you guys know whether medifile has to receive our stuff by july 27th or does it have to be postmarked by that date?

I sent my forms in a few days ago. You have to take the meningicoccal vaccine (spelling?), but if you don't have insurance, it's close to $100.. and a lot of insurances don't cover for that either. In addition, they require you to have a chest xray once a year to confirm that you don't have TB, as well as MMR blood test to check that you are immune, else they require boosters.

I think they have to receive it by the 27th, altho i might be wrong.


The vaccine for Meningococcal Disease cost me at the local county office around $15. I had a blood test for chicken pox because Doctor had no record of me having it. I had no chest x-ray done and the health records place said that everything was fulfilled. I can't believe that it costs $100 for the vaccine if I paid $15. What a rip off. Also for TB, I believe they gave me an injection right under my skin on my arm and came back about 2-3 days later to examine it.

thanks for the info everyone...i was also planning on going to the county for the required shots..i think there's meningitis and TB...it says only if TB comes out as a positive result you have to submit a chest xray every year. I guess I should be able to get it all done within a week so I'll hopefully be able to send it in at least a week before the deadline!

Once you turn your records and sheets in, the company that inputs the results gets back to you in about a week with a little postcard that says either everything has been fulfilled or not. So if you turn in those records within the next couple of days then you should get a confirmation letter before the due date.

You have to take the meningicoccal vaccine (spelling?)...

I filled out the waiver form for the menningicoccal vaccine (spelling?) My doctor told me that there was no need for it because I am not living in the dorms. That is OK according to Mass law, right?

I received my bill today and my financial aid had kicked in. Have you signed your MPN for loans yet? They may not be able to apply the loans to your account until that has been signed. Good luck!

They told me they just sent out my award letter, and I just finished signing the loan online. I hope everything will be ok! Thanks for everything guys!

does anyone know when we'll get our fall book list?

I was wondering the same thing today. I tried calling the school but nobody picked up...I'll try again tomorrow. I hope we get it soon so we can buy the books online and save some $$!

Yeah, if anyone has the list of books needed for the class of 2010 please post it here. I'll try to call and see if I can get it also.

does anyone know when we'll get our fall book list?

I received a package from MCPHS today that had the book list in it. So you will probably get it soon.

I received a package from MCPHS today that had the book list in it. So you will probably get it soon.

I got it too!

I wonder if we really need to buy the 'required' books.... any P2, which books don't we need?

Yeah, if anyone has the list of books needed for the class of 2010 please post it here. I'll try to call and see if I can get it also.

http://prod.campuscruiser.com/q?pg=home_news&tg=News-detail&id=101960&cx=22.301

which books are they requiring? Let me know and I'll tell you which ones I used. That might give you some help
Astevens

http://prod.campuscruiser.com/q?pg=home_news&tg=News-detail&id=101960&cx=22.301


Thanks for the link. I live in GA and will probably get it Monday in the mail.

which books are they requiring? Let me know and I'll tell you which ones I used. That might give you some help
Astevens

the book that they require can be found on the link posted above, + we need "Clinical skills for pharmacists: a patient-focused approach" 2nd edition for Intro to pharmaceutical care I

also, can you tell us whether mcphs charges for printing in the computer labs/library?

I know some schools charge you 10 cents per page...... i'm reading the service learning sites... FUN.. :eek:

Hey DrugDealer,

Can you please give P1s some advices on ways of preparing for P2 courses? Summer semester is about to be done and we are going to start an intermediate rotation after vacation.

What would you do if you go back to a year before to make yourself more prepared? What/how should we study/do to do well for P2 courses especially for therapeutics?

Your advice would be greatly appreciated!

which books are they requiring? Let me know and I'll tell you which ones I used. That might give you some help
Astevens

Do we need all of these or can we do without one or so?

Instructor: Dr. Kevin Kearney
Course #: PSW 300
Title: Biochemistry I
This book is required:
Author: Nelson & Cox
Title: Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry
ISBN: 0-7167-4339-6
Edition: 4th, 2005
Publisher: Freeman Publishing
The following book is RECOMMENDED
Author: Marcy Osgood and Karen Ocorr
Title: The Absolute, Ultimate Guide to Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry
ISBN: 0-7167-5955-1
Edition: 4th, 2005
Publisher: W.H. Freeman & Co

Instructors: Dr. Bertram Nicholas, Coordinator, Dr. P. Mididoddi
Course #: PSW 314
Title: Pharmaceutics, Biopharmaceutics, Pharmacokinetics I
This book is required:
Author: Stoklosa and Ansel
Title: Pharmaceutical Calculations
ISBN: 0-7817-6265-0
Edition: 12th Edition
Publisher: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins
The following books are RECOMMENDED
Author: Loyd V. Allen, Nicholas G. Popovich, Howard C. Ansel
Title: Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms and Drug Delivery Systems
ISBN: 0-7817-4612-4
Edition: 8th Edition
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Author: Alfred Martin, Pilar Bustamante, A.H.C. Chun.
Title: Physical Pharmacy
ISBN: 0812114388
Edition: 4
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Author: Raymond C Rowe, Paul J Sheskey, Paul J Weller
Title: Handbook of Pharmaceutical Excipients
ISBN: 1 58212 022 6
Edition: 4
Publisher: Pharmaceutical Press

Instructor: Dr. Carroll-Ann Goldsmith
Course #: PSW 320
Title: Human Physiology & Pathophysiology I
This book is required:
Author: Seifter, Ratner, Sloane
Title: Concepts in Medical Physiology
ISBN-13: 978-0781744898
Edition: 5th, 2004
Publisher: Thomson Learning
The following book is RECOMMENDED:
Author: Porth, Carol Mattson
Title: Pathophysiology: Concepts of Altered Health States
ISBN: 0-7817-4988-3
Edition: 7th, 2004
Publisher: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins

Instructor: Dr. Monina Lahoz
Course #: PSW 340
Title: U.S. Health Care and Public Health Systems
These books are required:
Author: Bodenheimer & Grumbach
Title: Understanding Health Policy: A Clinical Approach
ISBN: 0-07-142311-7
Edition: 4th, 2005
Publisher: Lange Medical Books/McGraw-Hill
Author: Schneider, Mary-Jane
Title: Introduction to Public Health
ISBN: 0-7637-3000-9 (pbk)
Edition: 2nd, 2006
Publisher: Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc.
NOTE: No book required for:

PSW 350 SERVICE LEARNING: A Service Learning Journal is required and can be
purchased with course packets from Don Hodes for Worcester students and Copy Express for
Manchester Students. There is information about the handouts and printers in this mailing.

PSW 360 PHARMACY LAW – No book required.

the book that they require can be found on the link posted above, + we need "Clinical skills for pharmacists: a patient-focused approach" 2nd edition for Intro to pharmaceutical care I

also, can you tell us whether mcphs charges for printing in the computer labs/library?

I know some schools charge you 10 cents per page...... i'm reading the service learning sites... FUN.. :eek:

I found this here: http://prod.campuscruiser.com/PageServlet?pg=home_annboard&tg=AnnBoard-detail&annId=232170&cx=22.301


Over the past several years, student printing volume has increased dramatically. Information Services has actively worked to implement solutions that address that trend, as well as adapt to future needs.

Within the next several weeks, IS will be implementing high-speed multifunction printers in our high-volume print areas within the College. These printers have a much higher capacity for the volume of our printing environment, increasing productivity for all.

With the implementation of this new equipment, a policy has been created to address several areas of concern for many students. You may read the full policy by visiting:
http://www.mcphs.edu/about%5Fmcphs/offices%5Fand%5Fservices/information_services/policies.html (http://www.mcphs.edu/about%5Fmcphs/offices%5Fand%5Fservices/information_services/policies.html)

Key points to remember:
1) We will NOT be charging for standard black & white printing

2) Color printing will be made available to students, with a nominal fee assigned. Stay tuned for more announcements regarding this new feature soon!

3) Student quotas will be enforced, and the selected number of pages per semester was determined after analyzing historical data from previous semesters.

Please feel free to contact me with any comments or feedback once you’ve adapted to the new setup and equipment.

Thank you,
Tom Scanlon
(tom.scanlon@mcphs.edu)Director of Information Services

Biochem-- I shared the biochem book with someone, and that was more than plenty- but Kearny assigns work out of it so you want to make sure you have a copy of the current edition available. The guide is helpfull, but not at all necesary. Its mostly practice problems and I think I used it 2-3 times all year.

Pharmaceutics/Calculations: You will need the current calculations book. dr Nicholas assigns lots of problems in each chapter and the new edition is very different from the previous one. You guys will have a new Pharmaceutics prof so I can't help you there as to whether or not you will need those books.

Patho:
The pysiology book assigned is different than the one we had, but one of the profs lectures right out of the book. I know some people who never used it and others who referenced it a lot. I think it depends on your studying habits. I haven't used the patho book at all so I wouldn't recomend buying it, you can always reference the library's copy if you need to.

US Health Care:
You will need both of these texts! Lahoz will not cover all of the material because she expects you to complete her chapter study guides. The study guides helped me a lot though- so I would recommend doing them.

IPC- you will never open that book. I forgot I even had it until I moved last week- so don't waste your money on that one.


Ok- I think thats all of them- if I missed anything or if you have any other questions feel free to ask or pm me. Thanks

Astevens

I think you need to buy...

1. Biochem <- Don't need this. his lecture note is more than enough.

2. Calculation <- Some people share but it is better for you to buy this one

3. Physio/Path <- If you don't have any physio book, then buy. Otherwise, don't even bother... especially patho book

4. US Health <- Need both

None of recommended books are necessary, I think.

Hey DrugDealer,

Can you please give P1s some advices on ways of preparing for P2 courses? Summer semester is about to be done and we are going to start an intermediate rotation after vacation.

What would you do if you go back to a year before to make yourself more prepared? What/how should we study/do to do well for P2 courses especially for therapeutics?

Your advice would be greatly appreciated!
Here's what I did and it seemed to work: During your intermediate rotation, you have to do an Rx drug digest (similar to the OTC drug digest you did this spring). It never gets collected, so many students did not take it seriously. I honestly worked on it everyday, though--I would work on it at my site when it was slow. That may have been overkill, but I spent my time making tables of the drugs...brand, generic, dosage forms, doses, ADRs, etc. So, when therapeutics came around in the fall, I already had the beginnings of all my tables. I could just insert extra columns and rows as needed. (Oh, yeah, I obviously recommend you type it up; some of my friends hand-wrote theirs but I think that is retarded).

I used my F&C since we had to buy it for PPP lab anyway, and as much as I love the internet databases, it's nice to have a hard copy to look at. BUT, I tried hard not to just type word-for-word what I was reading. I read it, thought about, then typed it up in my own words. A lot of the mechanisms of action were foreign to me at the time, so I always made sure I understood them before I proceeded to write about the rest of the drug class (it sort of makes sense to do the MOA before moving on to doses, CIs, precautions, DDIs, etc). I often had to review my basic physiology first, and whenever possible, I would incorporate little pictures of the MOA in my drug digest (Wikipedia totally rocks!). I went back to CA for my intermediate rotation, so I didn't bother to take my phys or pathophys book with me--the internet was sufficient for this basic background.

My boyfriend thought I was crazy spending so much time on this, but it totally paid off in the fall and for the rest of my P2 year. I already had a one up on all the MOAs in pharmacology and for making study tables. I often brought sections of my drug digest to class with me as a reference.

I also brought my OTC book to my rotation site, and picked a different topic to "re-learn" each day. I would ask my preceptor what he usually recommended for a specifc symptom, and then we would talk about the book's recommendations. He often learned something, too, and it's the drugs we talked about that I still remember.

I was also at a very slow store (Target), so you may not have time to just sit down and read a chapter from the OTC book.

I didn't specifically do these things to prepare for my P2 year, but it certainly ended up helping.

p2's: any suggestions on the best service learning choices? kids, adults, elderly, clinics?

also, dumb question, but i am guessing that course packets are a MUST. (money's tight so just making sure!)

lastely, how about parking? i will be commuting so i was wondering if i should wait and get parking at orientation, or go through a private lot/garage by myself.

thanks in advance.

I have finally received my award letter, but the school barely gives me $3000 per semester! Do you guys all have to apply for private student loans? Any one know the site where I can access my billing statement online?

Here's what I did and it seemed to work: During your intermediate rotation, you have to do an Rx drug digest (similar to the OTC drug digest you did this spring). It never gets collected, so many students did not take it seriously. I honestly worked on it everyday, though--I would work on it at my site when it was slow. That may have been overkill, but I spent my time making tables of the drugs...brand, generic, dosage forms, doses, ADRs, etc. So, when therapeutics came around in the fall, I already had the beginnings of all my tables. I could just insert extra columns and rows as needed. (Oh, yeah, I obviously recommend you type it up; some of my friends hand-wrote theirs but I think that is retarded).

I used my F&C since we had to buy it for PPP lab anyway, and as much as I love the internet databases, it's nice to have a hard copy to look at. BUT, I tried hard not to just type word-for-word what I was reading. I read it, thought about, then typed it up in my own words. A lot of the mechanisms of action were foreign to me at the time, so I always made sure I understood them before I proceeded to write about the rest of the drug class (it sort of makes sense to do the MOA before moving on to doses, CIs, precautions, DDIs, etc). I often had to review my basic physiology first, and whenever possible, I would incorporate little pictures of the MOA in my drug digest (Wikipedia totally rocks!). I went back to CA for my intermediate rotation, so I didn't bother to take my phys or pathophys book with me--the internet was sufficient for this basic background.

My boyfriend thought I was crazy spending so much time on this, but it totally paid off in the fall and for the rest of my P2 year. I already had a one up on all the MOAs in pharmacology and for making study tables. I often brought sections of my drug digest to class with me as a reference.

I also brought my OTC book to my rotation site, and picked a different topic to "re-learn" each day. I would ask my preceptor what he usually recommended for a specifc symptom, and then we would talk about the book's recommendations. He often learned something, too, and it's the drugs we talked about that I still remember.

I was also at a very slow store (Target), so you may not have time to just sit down and read a chapter from the OTC book.

I didn't specifically do these things to prepare for my P2 year, but it certainly ended up helping.

Thank you so much for your advice! Appreciated very much~

Hope you enjoy your last didactic portion. It will be done in about 2 weeks! Yeah~

do we need to buy those powerpoint slides packets? can we choose to buy certain course packets but not others? do you guys know if the professors are going to send us their slides online or download through on their websites or sthg? i just dont feel like paying for slides i will barely use ....or i could print them up myself at school if need to.

do we need to buy those powerpoint slides packets? can we choose to buy certain course packets but not others? do you guys know if the professors are going to send us their slides online or download through on their websites or sthg? i just dont feel like paying for slides i will barely use ....or i could print them up myself at school if need to.
No, they'll only any post any extra slides that they've added since the packet went to the printers, or other stuff that's not in the packets. It's only like $60-$80 a semester, and you will use them. They're what you'll take your notes on.

p2's: any suggestions on the best service learning choices? kids, adults, elderly, clinics?

also, dumb question, but i am guessing that course packets are a MUST. (money's tight so just making sure!)

lastely, how about parking? i will be commuting so i was wondering if i should wait and get parking at orientation, or go through a private lot/garage by myself.

thanks in advance.

p2's: any suggestions on the best service learning choices? kids, adults, elderly, clinics?

also, dumb question, but i am guessing that course packets are a MUST. (money's tight so just making sure!)

lastely, how about parking? i will be commuting so i was wondering if i should wait and get parking at orientation, or go through a private lot/garage by myself.

thanks in advance.

The course packets are a MUST. I know the money issue, so maybe you can make a copy from your friend if you want to save a couple of bucks. They are the lecture notes so you will need them for SURE!!

We can't say which site is better since we haven't been to other sites. In my opinion, tutoring (adults) is generally easier since you don't need to prepare for anything and time also goes by fast.

"p2's: any suggestions on the best service learning choices? kids, adults, elderly, clinics?"

It really depends on what you want. Salvation Army and PACE are with in walking distance. Abbey's House was a bust this past year and the clinics go really really fast. I did pace (adult tutoring- for esl and ged track) and I enjoyed it. But a lot of it is the type of people you like to work with.

"also, dumb question, but i am guessing that course packets are a MUST. (money's tight so just making sure!)"

Yes- you should