Well, I was all ready for the application to be available for download today. Went to their website only to find that it's not available till October 15. Bummer... have to wait two more weeks. :(

Well, I was all ready for the application to be available for download today. Went to their website only to find that it's not available till October 15. Bummer... have to wait two more weeks. :(

Yea, same here..i wonder whats going on with them. It was originally supposed to be open on Sept 15 and then they pushed it back to Sept 30. Now they're saying Oct 15.

Yea, same here..i wonder whats going on with them. It was originally supposed to be open on Sept 15 and then they pushed it back to Sept 30. Now they're saying Oct 15.

I checked with Dr. Robertson and the reason for the delay is due to getting the application and fee online. The whole application (minus the letters of recommendation, I think) should be able to be done online to cut down on paper and mailing. The whole process will be a little smoother. I commented on this process on the other A&M thread. I hope this clarifies a few things. Also there were staff training meetings to get them familiar with the online application so things will hopefully run a little easier for you all. Again hope this helps and good luck!!!

I checked with Dr. Robertson and the reason for the delay is due to getting the application and fee online. The whole application (minus the letters of recommendation, I think) should be able to be done online to cut down on paper and mailing. The whole process will be a little smoother. I commented on this process on the other A&M thread. I hope this clarifies a few things. Also there were staff training meetings to get them familiar with the online application so things will hopefully run a little easier for you all. Again hope this helps and good luck!!!

Thanks for letting us know!:)

I'm excited the application window is about to open. So far, there's at least 2 SDN'ers applying. You guys have my vote. :laugh:

I'm excited the application window is about to open. So far, there's at least 2 SDN'ers applying. You guys have my vote. :laugh:

I'm excited too but I'm having a hard time of getting a hold of one more professor to ask him for a LOR. I already have an okay from one professor. Yet, the second professor that always writes LORs for me passed away so I've been having to scramble around in search of another one. Its kind of difficult since I've been out of school for 2 years already.

Do you have another professor that knew you well enough to remember you?

Do you have another professor that knew you well enough to remember you?

Yes, I do but I have not been able to get a hold of them. I actually had the cell phone number of one of them but I deleted it!:( I don't know why I did that. It's extremely difficult to get to the school to talk them since I work full time and their offices close by the time I get out of work. But I'm not giving up. I will find a way to talk to them.

Awesome! Thanks for the info! I will be applying soon. A&M Kingsville isn't rolling admissions right?

Awesome! Thanks for the info! I will be applying soon. A&M Kingsville isn't rolling admissions right?

Right. Once the application window closes, they'll make their decision regarding interview invites. After the interviews are all finished, they'll decide on acceptances.

Historically, acceptances have been mailed out and emailed. I got mine on April 2nd last year, but it was around the 7th the years before.

Like donkey pointed out, the process has changed a little this year, so I don't know if these numbers will hold true this year.

Well, it looks like the LOR forms are available to be printed. I don't remember them being available last week. Just printed them out and now just eagerly awaiting for the availability of the application this Friday!

Does anyone know if you're exempt from the government and history classes if you already have a Bachelors degree? (I know UH has this policy).

Also, can the evaluators send in my LORs way in advance before I ever send in my application?

Your best bet is to call the school to find out for sure, but based on what's on the website, I don't believe you can omit pre-reqs.

Applicants who have earned coursework five or more calendar years prior to applying to the College of Pharmacy, but who have not earned a bachelor’s degree, must retake the prerequisites to be considered for admission.


It sounds like you just get a timeline benefit from having a bachelors.

Does anybody know if a LOR from a Laboratory Manager at a college would count as a LOR from a college professor? She was the one who actually taught all the laboratory courses I took at my last college but her title is listed as Laboratory Manager on the school's website.

Does anybody know if a LOR from a Laboratory Manager at a college would count as a LOR from a college professor? She was the one who actually taught all the laboratory courses I took at my last college but her title is listed as Laboratory Manager on the school's website.

Does she teach other classes at all? Does she have a Ph.D.?

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Didn't want to double post...

And to all other potential '15ers, on the fence about applying here... there's some connotation for a school to be out in the rural parts (i.e. they're not good as the bigger schools, or schools in more populated areas). Don't shoot those schools down because of those connotations. They may bring opportunities you've not thought of. They might even inspire you to stay and help the locals.

Keep an open mind. Sure, Kingsville is no Houston, nor is it Corpus Christi, but for a small town, it actually has a lot of things one could need. Hell, driving from Houston or CC, you pass even smaller towns (pops in the single-digit thousands or less), and you can think to yourself, man, what if they opened a pharmacy school here? (Sure, pop would go up, but when there's no supermarket or Wal-mart around for miles, you're bound to go nuts.)

I've always lived and gone to school in big cities (Houston/Austin) but the idea of going to school in a smaller town is kinda appealing to me.

Looks like the online app just went up. This must be the shortest school application I've ever seen! Maybe I just skimmed it too fast, but I don't see any mention of an essay or personal statement requirement.

Would this be where the personal statement goes?

Describe any special circumstances that might aid the Admissions Committee in considering your application:

That's how I treated it last year. When I called and asked at that time, I was told that if I have any blips on my record (F's, withdrawals, etc), this would be a good place to explain it.

The application is pretty short. I remember stressing out until I downloaded it. A&M supposedly has a much more relaxed application process than most other schools in the state. I enjoyed my interview day thoroughly, for example, because they did their best to make us feel comfortable.

Wonder if the fishbowl will be up and running by interviews in the spring...

So just to clarify, we don't write a personal statement in that section for special circumstances, right? So no essays at all.

I called the school and they said I am exempt from the history and gov't classes with a Bachelors. Hooray. I was afraid I would have to squeeze in 3 extra classes sometime next year.

I did use it as a place for a personal statement, but I don't know if that's the norm or not. Wish I could be more helpful. :o

[QUOTE=ShadowRX;10224324]Does she teach other classes at all? Does she have a Ph.D.?

She teaches the majority of the labs in the CLS program that I completed. And believe me there were a lot of labs that would last hours. She does not have a PhD but I know she has a bachelor's and I believe a masters.

[QUOTE=ShadowRX;10224324]Does she teach other classes at all? Does she have a Ph.D.?

She teaches the majority of the labs in the CLS program that I completed. And believe me there were a lot of labs that would last hours. She does not have a PhD but I know she has a bachelor's and I believe a masters.

I had a lab instructor write one of my letters and she had a bachelor's and a master's. Basically it comes down to:
1. Does the person writing the letter know you well enough to write a non-generic letter?
2. Have you stood out in the class not in a brown nosing, "I just want a letter" kind of way (yes they can sense that)?
3. Do you talk with this person outside of class both about the course and life in general?

There are other factors that you could consider. However, if you think this person would be able to write a quality letter for you than do it. My lab instructor was just that type of person. I think my lab instructor probably wrote the best letter of the three. It is all up to you.

[QUOTE=velvet75;10226554]

I had a lab instructor write one of my letters and she had a bachelor's and a master's. Basically it comes down to:
1. Does the person writing the letter know you well enough to write a non-generic letter?
2. Have you stood out in the class not in a brown nosing, "I just want a letter" kind of way (yes they can sense that)?
3. Do you talk with this person outside of class both about the course and life in general?

There are other factors that you could consider. However, if you think this person would be able to write a quality letter for you than do it. My lab instructor was just that type of person. I think my lab instructor probably wrote the best letter of the three. It is all up to you.


Thanks for the info! I will take your points into consideration and decide soon if I should ask her.

I did use it as a place for a personal statement, but I don't know if that's the norm or not. Wish I could be more helpful. :o

I was told generally (before getting in, so don't take my word for it here) that you should push as much information as you could that could boost your potential of getting in. If there are circumstances that you think could help you or if there is information you think would help, put it in.

For the record, I'm jealous that y'all have an online application. Though, during the application process, I found TAMHSC's easiest to follow. (UT... what on earth...)

Woohoo! Finally got ahold of another professor to write a LOR for me. Oh, happy day!

One step closer. ;)

I'm applying to Texas A&M too, and no I dont care about rural area or not. I've lived in a much smaller town before and still survived.
I'm so surprised of how short the application is.
I'm also having problem getting one of my prof sending LOR early cuz he's really busy. I don't want to be rude and keep bugging him all the time :/
Good luck to y'all

I'm applying to Texas A&M too, and no I dont care about rural area or not. I've lived in a much smaller town before and still survived.
I'm so surprised of how short the application is.
I'm also having problem getting one of my prof sending LOR early cuz he's really busy. I don't want to be rude and keep bugging him all the time :/
Good luck to y'all

Yeah, it's really not that bad here. I found the area appealing for my studies when I first applied, but I was still afraid that I might not be able to adapt (lived in the big city my entire life). Here I am now past the half-way point of my first semester and I can't remember why I liked the big city at all. There's no traffic (besides this stupid train in the afternoon...), everything's close together (Besides having to go to some sites outside Kingsville for IPPE's, I only have to fill up maybe about once or twice), and if you eat out, the staff will get to know you pretty quick (something I've never found in restaurants in Houston...).

The application is short, and frankly, I'm jealous that y'all have an online application this year. Last year, I almost didn't submit everything in time because the "Recommendation" form was in a separate link from the application and I didn't realize until I was notified by email I needed to send that in... >< Moral of the story is to submit everything early so those in charge of your file can help you get everything in order before the deadline.

Regarding your LoR, you don't want to be rude, but if you were close with the person writing your LoR, I don't think it'd be a problem. You don't want to be pushy, but you need to reiterate that it is time-sensitive. It is possible that whoever is in charge of writing your LoR has forgotten (speaking from experience). If you are afraid of coming off as rude, just remark on the progress of your application. Hopefully, he/she will remember about it or remark on the progress of your LoR.

As it was said in one of the forum courses, your LoR means more if it hasn't been read (should be self-explanatory). The lady who spoke about it said that if the student did NOT waive rights to view the letter, then she'd throw it out. Do not make that mistake!

The sections for this application is so weird. I'm not sure how detailed I need to go into each question they ask or if there is a limit to how many characters I need to use. Overall, the application IS short.

So for the LOR you should be checking the I waive my rights etc etc right? That's what I put.

The sections for this application is so weird. I'm not sure how detailed I need to go into each question they ask or if there is a limit to how many characters I need to use. Overall, the application IS short.

So for the LOR you should be checking the I waive my rights etc etc right? That's what I put.

Which question in particular are you unsure about?

As for the LoR, yes, waive your rights to view it. Make sure there's no reason your evaluator will write anything bad about you in the LoR ;D

^^ Question #22. Do we have to write something specific there?

^^ Question #22. Do we have to write something specific there?


22. Describe any special circumstances that might aid the Admissions Committee in considering your application:

This is where I inserted a personal statement, explaining a few odd marks on my transcripts, time in the Navy helping me to mature, etc.

Fun fact: while looking that up, I do believe I just created a new file in the admissions office. Hmm... to do P1 year all over again...

Good luck to all the potential 2015-ers! I know you will love the school! The interview day was by far the most pleasant one that I experienced last year.
:thumbup:

Always keep up hope! I didn't get an initial letter of acceptance, but soon thereafter Dr. Robertson personally called me and offered me a spot. A&M doesn't reject anyone that got an interview. They continue accepting people off the waiting list. :)

Fun fact: while looking that up, I do believe I just created a new file in the admissions office. Hmm... to do P1 year all over again...


I think I did that too! I went to try to look at the application and BAM new file created!! Not P1 year 2 years in a row!!!! Don't wish that on us, Pharm B!! :)

Fun fact: while looking that up, I do believe I just created a new file in the admissions office. Hmm... to do P1 year all over again...

Haha, well, at least you'll not be suffering P2 year as soon :p

Good luck to all the potential 2015-ers! I know you will love the school! The interview day was by far the most pleasant one that I experienced last year.
:thumbup:

Yeah, the interview was very well organized. Though, this also means you have less time to speak during the personal interview portion. When they say you have 30 minutes, you have 30 minutes. No extensions. They knock five minutes before the end of it, so you should be prepared for that. I was caught off-guard and I started speaking faster and blanked for those last five, haha...

Yeah, it's really not that bad here. I found the area appealing for my studies when I first applied, but I was still afraid that I might not be able to adapt (lived in the big city my entire life). Here I am now past the half-way point of my first semester and I can't remember why I liked the big city at all. There's no traffic (besides this stupid train in the afternoon...), everything's close together (Besides having to go to some sites outside Kingsville for IPPE's, I only have to fill up maybe about once or twice), and if you eat out, the staff will get to know you pretty quick (something I've never found in restaurants in Houston...).

The application is short, and frankly, I'm jealous that y'all have an online application this year. Last year, I almost didn't submit everything in time because the "Recommendation" form was in a separate link from the application and I didn't realize until I was notified by email I needed to send that in... >< Moral of the story is to submit everything early so those in charge of your file can help you get everything in order before the deadline.

Regarding your LoR, you don't want to be rude, but if you were close with the person writing your LoR, I don't think it'd be a problem. You don't want to be pushy, but you need to reiterate that it is time-sensitive. It is possible that whoever is in charge of writing your LoR has forgotten (speaking from experience). If you are afraid of coming off as rude, just remark on the progress of your application. Hopefully, he/she will remember about it or remark on the progress of your LoR.

As it was said in one of the forum courses, your LoR means more if it hasn't been read (should be self-explanatory). The lady who spoke about it said that if the student did NOT waive rights to view the letter, then she'd throw it out. Do not make that mistake!

That sounds nice. Living in Houston so long, I get annoyed at traffic and long line of waiting everywhere. But I think I can adapt to Kingville alright.
Both of my prof were happy to see me. One remembers me and did the LOR for like 3 days and sent it out. The other one remembers my face, but got me mixed up a bit. He hasn't written anything yet. And yeah, I really don't want to come out bugging him too much.

By the way, how is PCAT important to A&M application? I changed my mind so fast, I had only less than 2 months to prep. I'm not sure how the score is gonna turn out. I know the average is around 71-75, but that's average. How low could it go among ur classmates previously accepted?

And as for the essay portion, PharmB, how long did u have to write? 300 words? 500 words?

I had to go through my email and dig it up, but it looks like I went for 300 words.

I can only get one letter of recommendation from 1 professor. Are they really that strict to have 2 letters from professors?

That sounds nice. Living in Houston so long, I get annoyed at traffic and long line of waiting everywhere. But I think I can adapt to Kingville alright.
Both of my prof were happy to see me. One remembers me and did the LOR for like 3 days and sent it out. The other one remembers my face, but got me mixed up a bit. He hasn't written anything yet. And yeah, I really don't want to come out bugging him too much.

By the way, how is PCAT important to A&M application? I changed my mind so fast, I had only less than 2 months to prep. I'm not sure how the score is gonna turn out. I know the average is around 71-75, but that's average. How low could it go among ur classmates previously accepted?

Another Houstonian! :D

It got annoying when we went to Corpus last night and traffic wasn't even as bad as Houston... Ugh... I'm not sure I want to go back, lol.

You don't want to BOTHER him, but you need to bug him. If he completely forgets and you don't have a LoR from him on time, all your effort on the application is for naught. If you can't bring yourself to do even that, then try to find an alternate professor.

@Oncophage: Fairly important. Even though the pre-pharmacy program is a matter of 2-3 years on average and some (read: about 50% of the P1 class) have a 4 year B.S., They kind of expect that you are personable and impressionable on your professors within that short time. We want impressive applicants, after all. If you want LoR's from more than one "other", feel free to do it, ONLY if you think it will help your application. Just don't overdo it. One extra recommendation shouldn't hurt much, but if you send six recommendations, they might not even bother reading them.

Am I blind? I didn't see an essay portion on the application *shrugs* Uh oh.....

That sounds nice. Living in Houston so long, I get annoyed at traffic and long line of waiting everywhere. But I think I can adapt to Kingville alright.
Both of my prof were happy to see me. One remembers me and did the LOR for like 3 days and sent it out. The other one remembers my face, but got me mixed up a bit. He hasn't written anything yet. And yeah, I really don't want to come out bugging him too much.

By the way, how is PCAT important to A&M application? I changed my mind so fast, I had only less than 2 months to prep. I'm not sure how the score is gonna turn out. I know the average is around 71-75, but that's average. How low could it go among ur classmates previously accepted?

And as for the essay portion, PharmB, how long did u have to write? 300 words? 500 words?

Yes, there is no traffic in Kingsville. Nice change from Houston traffic, but I do miss having everything (i.e. Target, etc, although Corpus isn't far). It is VERY conducive for studying, though!

I would definitely get on that prof about that letter. The first year I applied (I got accepted the 2nd year I applied) the teacher didn't get the letter in on time and the school (not A&M, but I would imagine it would be the same) wouldn't even review my application. I'd say letters are pretty important because they don't know you and want to hear from people that do.

I'd say PCAT is important, but not the end all be all. I did HORRIBLE on PCAT and the rest of my parts made up for it. Interview is by far the most important part (but you do have to get one first). GPA (a degree especially), letters and other things on your application can really make up for the PCAT. I'm not sure of our low. My class (2014) has the highest PCAT and GPAs thusfar. I'd imagine it would get more competitive every year, especially since we are officially accredited now. :thumbup:

Guess I should pay attention in Physiology class now so I don't end up joining the class of 2015 too. lol. :eek: :sleep:

As far as how important various factors are, you should go dig through the Texas A&M thread from last year. I don't remember the exact point breakdown any more, but they told us on interview day exactly how much each item mattered: PCAT was so many points, GPA was so many points, interview score, etc.

As far as how important various factors are, you should go dig through the Texas A&M thread from last year. I don't remember the exact point breakdown any more, but they told us on interview day exactly how much each item mattered: PCAT was so many points, GPA was so many points, interview score, etc.

Pooooosted for your convenience~

http://forums.studentdoctor.net/showpost.php?p=9340568&postcount=404

:D

Some impressions on the interview were posted in the page before, so be sure to check on that as well!

Is the 2.75 minimum GPA for overall, science/math, pre-reqs, or all of the above?

I believe the minimum GPA is in reference to your overall GPA. Not 100% sure, though, so don't quote me. :)

And since syunfung is providing helpful links, I'll join the party:

http://www.studentdoctor.net/schools/school/tam-pharm/survey/29

That'll take you to SDN's interview feedback page for our school.

Thank you!

Ah, and here's the point breakdown.

http://forums.studentdoctor.net/showpost.php?p=9370749&postcount=449

Thanks guys! I'll look for more old threads!
Good luck with the rest of the semester. Don't fail!

Thanks guys! I'll look for more old threads!
Good luck with the rest of the semester. Don't fail!


:thumbup: Thanks! *should be studying for physio rather than be on here* :eek: (can't help it, we have 2 tests EVERY week, to give you 2015ers something to look forward to :) )

:thumbup: Thanks! *should be studying for physio rather than be on here* :eek: (can't help it, we have 2 tests EVERY week, to give you 2015ers something to look forward to :) )

Don't mislead them. There were one or two weeks we had three exams... :p

The first few weeks are fairly empty, so you can kinda get used to the schedule. Just don't let the lack of exams fool you. A lot of us were caught off-guard. Some started off studying daily and properly until a few weeks in because there weren't any exams. Once the exams hit, they were cramming for every exam and never had time to study proper. So start and stay studying. It'll be a lot less stressful, I guarantee it.

Don't mislead them. There were one or two weeks we had three exams... :p

The first few weeks are fairly empty, so you can kinda get used to the schedule. Just don't let the lack of exams fool you. A lot of us were caught off-guard. Some started off studying daily and properly until a few weeks in because there weren't any exams. Once the exams hit, they were cramming for every exam and never had time to study proper. So start and stay studying. It'll be a lot less stressful, I guarantee it.


Oh, yes. Sorry. haha. Agree with you there. Start studying strong and hard so you get use to it. By the time the semester gets in full swing, you don't have time for anything between tests, quizzes, homeworks, and group projects (etc). It'll all be worth it in the end, though! I think A&M will prepare us well. :thumbup: In the meantime, looking forward to thanksgiving break for the short term. :thumbup:

Oh, yes. Sorry. haha. Agree with you there. Start studying strong and hard so you get use to it. By the time the semester gets in full swing, you don't have time for anything between tests, quizzes, homeworks, and group projects (etc). It'll all be worth it in the end, though! I think A&M will prepare us well. :thumbup: In the meantime, looking forward to thanksgiving break for the short term. :thumbup:

Frankly, I think you're lucky if you're assigned a sooner due date for those projects (Unless they change it, you'll have two presentations and two other projects. With the exception of Physio, everything is a group project. These groups are ASSIGNED). You hit the beginning of the semester working/studying for something, so by the time exams come around, you're settled into that mode.

I can't wait to go back to Houston. Wait, no, that's not right. I can't wait to go back to VISIT people in Houston. I don't miss the city at all :/

... except the food! XD

errrr, I heard from a source that A&M don't have a lot of good connection for rotation sites as UH or UT. Sometimes students have to find their own preceptors, or move far away to find a site.
I hope it's not true, but I want to hear from you guys.
And if it is so, I'd rather know ahead to prepare.
Thanks!

errrr, I heard from a source that A&M don't have a lot of good connection for rotation sites as UH or UT. Sometimes students have to find their own preceptors, or move far away to find a site.
I hope it's not true, but I want to hear from you guys.
And if it is so, I'd rather know ahead to prepare.
Thanks!

What is it specifically you want to do? A&M has approximately 700 preceptors for IPPE and APPE rotations. Understand that location does play a large role in preceptors and rotation options. UH and UT probably are better established for rotations based on being an older school and location in a major Texas city. Believe it or not Kingsville and Corpus are not that populated compare to Austin and Houston. However, the Office of Experiential Education will work with you on rotation sites. I do know there were A&M representatives in Dallas last week trying to secure rotations for P4's there I do not know when that will be solidified yet. There are established sites in Corpus, "the Valley", San Antonio, Houston, Round Rock, Temple, College Station, and a few other cities. From my meetings with Dr. Talluto all core rotations (ambulatory care, institutional, community, and general medicine) will take place in the Zone/Area you are assigned (Corpus, McAllen, Houston, San Antonio, Round Rock/Temple, Bryan College Station). Any electives (pediatrics, oncology, nuclear, etc.) can be done within the zone (if available) or if you really really really want it you can move out for that 6 week rotation. My zone for next year is Corpus and I am choosing my preceptors during this semester. I am also considering a FDA rotation in Washington/Maryland as an elective so I would have to move. My other elective would probably be Infectious Disease, Pediatrics, or Drug Information all in the Corpus zone and within an hour of Kingsville. Understand also that you will not have to travel beyond 2 hours to a site and I think they are trying to limit travel to about an hour or so. I hope this addresses your issues.

What is it specifically you want to do? A&M has approximately 700 preceptors for IPPE and APPE rotations. Understand that location does play a large role in preceptors and rotation options. UH and UT probably are better established for rotations based on being an older school and location in a major Texas city. Believe it or not Kingsville and Corpus are not that populated compare to Austin and Houston. However, the Office of Experiential Education will work with you on rotation sites. I do know there were A&M representatives in Dallas last week trying to secure rotations for P4's there I do not know when that will be solidified yet. There are established sites in Corpus, "the Valley", San Antonio, Houston, Round Rock, Temple, College Station, and a few other cities. From my meetings with Dr. Talluto all core rotations (ambulatory care, institutional, community, and general medicine) will take place in the Zone/Area you are assigned (Corpus, McAllen, Houston, San Antonio, Round Rock/Temple, Bryan College Station). Any electives (pediatrics, oncology, nuclear, etc.) can be done within the zone (if available) or if you really really really want it you can move out for that 6 week rotation. My zone for next year is Corpus and I am choosing my preceptors during this semester. I am also considering a FDA rotation in Washington/Maryland as an elective so I would have to move. My other elective would probably be Infectious Disease, Pediatrics, or Drug Information all in the Corpus zone and within an hour of Kingsville. Understand also that you will not have to travel beyond 2 hours to a site and I think they are trying to limit travel to about an hour or so. I hope this addresses your issues.



Very informative. I like :thumbup:

Thanks Donkey! I feel relieved.

Donkey would know better than any of us! :) :thumbup:

Hey guys,

I'm also applying to A&M, I just had a quick question. I talked to the advisor about if we had to submit any essays (personal statements) for the school and she said if we wanted to we can.

On the online application there is no space for the essay, so if where do we submit it, did any of you guys that are applying to A&M this year submit any essays?

The adviser said it won't make any difference or increase your chance of acceptance if we do submit an essay because they don't require one.

Hey guys,

I'm also applying to A&M, I just had a quick question. I talked to the advisor about if we had to submit any essays (personal statements) for the school and she said if we wanted to we can.

On the online application there is no space for the essay, so if where do we submit it, did any of you guys that are applying to A&M this year submit any essays?

The adviser said it won't make any difference or increase your chance of acceptance if we do submit an essay because they don't require one.

It seems from past submissions that people attached the essay to the "Personal Statements" section...? Of course, it used to be a paper application, so things may be a bit different now. I personally (after looking through my old application) attached a resume and said "See Attached"...

You could either send it in by mail as an addendum to your application, or put it in the "Personal Statements" section. Either way, confirm it with the office one more time.

I just talked to the advisor and she said we can attach the PS to #22 on the application form or e-mail one of the advisers and the will match up the PS with our application.

I just had a another quick question, I have a couple of blemishes on my transcripts, C's in organic chemistry and a W. Would it be wise to mention it in and why I made those grades and insert it in with my Personal Essay in question number #22.

Or should I not even mention it and hopefully if I get an interview I can explain it then.

I just had a another quick question, I have a couple of blemishes on my transcripts, C's in organic chemistry and a W. Would it be wise to mention it in and why I made those grades and insert it in with my Personal Essay in question number #22.

This is exactly what I did. I typed up an a very short essay (300 words apparently) explaining that there were some "blemishes" on my transcript, and indicating that I had made changes to prevent further similar problems.

I just talked to the advisor and she said we can attach the PS to #22 on the application form or e-mail one of the advisers and the will match up the PS with our application.

I just had a another quick question, I have a couple of blemishes on my transcripts, C's in organic chemistry and a W. Would it be wise to mention it in and why I made those grades and insert it in with my Personal Essay in question number #22.

Or should I not even mention it and hopefully if I get an interview I can explain it then.


I agree with Pharm B, I would put it in that space. In the interviews, the interviewers no NOTHING about you before you walk in. They don't know your academic record, extracurriculars, etc. They only know your name. So, you wouldn't really get a chance to explain it then. Good luck! :thumbup:

So after a week of checking the mailbox in anxiety, my PCAT score finally came in today. I'm not too psyched about the score. My RC is 21 (!?!?!?), verbal is 50. I did fairly good on the rest (in the 70s and 80s) considering 6 weeks of turning 180 degree to prep. My composite is 67...............
My general and science GPA is around 3.8. I'm pretty active in community and school, and have a BS. How many % would I get interview and accepted?
I'm still so bumped about the RC score.

So after a week of checking the mailbox in anxiety, my PCAT score finally came in today. I'm not too psyched about the score. My RC is 21 (!?!?!?), verbal is 50. I did fairly good on the rest (in the 70s and 80s) considering 6 weeks of turning 180 degree to prep. My composite is 67...............
My general and science GPA is around 3.8. I'm pretty active in community and school, and have a BS. How many % would I get interview and accepted?
I'm still so bumped about the RC score.

I had a low score on my reading comp score as well (25!!) That really has me discouraged especially since last time I had a 90 in RC. I must have screwed up big time in that section.

I had a low score on my reading comp score as well (25!!) That really has me discouraged especially since last time I had a 90 in RC. I must have screwed up big time in that section.
I still think you did ok if the composite score is within reasonable range. They do look at the old score too.

So after a week of checking the mailbox in anxiety, my PCAT score finally came in today. I'm not too psyched about the score. My RC is 21 (!?!?!?), verbal is 50. I did fairly good on the rest (in the 70s and 80s) considering 6 weeks of turning 180 degree to prep. My composite is 67...............
My general and science GPA is around 3.8. I'm pretty active in community and school, and have a BS. How many % would I get interview and accepted?
I'm still so bumped about the RC score.

I didn't do so hot on the PCAT (I rather not even say!) and I got in! So, don't count yourself out by any means. AND I'm doing at or above class average on every test so far. So, in my opinion, PCAT isn't an end all be all. Also, having a BS helps a lot.
Admission is based on many other factors. You need to come in and rock your interview. The interviewers don't know ANYTHING about you, except your name, so they can make you look really good to the admission committee despite your low PCAT score. The minimum PCAT they accept is 50% composite, so you're good there. :) Good luck!! :thumbup:

Lemme chime in on the PCAT score. The most important thing about your PCAT is the composite. I bombed the crap out of one section, but had a decent composite overall. I called the school freaked out and asked if I'd be eliminated, but they kept saying "you got a xx composite, congrats!"

Your GPA and BS are both big positives. Like LSUCPhT said, rock the interview. It seems to be the deal sealer.

OMG, I just submitted my application and it looks horrible, is there anyway I can go back or can one of the advisers fix my application?

Actually I entered my personal statement in question #22 and 2-3 extracurricular, work experience, and volunteer activity. I spaced everything out, I indented my personal statement and double spaced all my activities in each box.

When I hit the submit button to turn in my application and viewed it, my personal statement was one long 1 page paragraph. I had 5 paragraphs. I don't know why it did that. My extra-curricular activities I put a dash next to each one and now, similar to whats below

-activity A
-activity B
-activity C

After submission it came out like this
-activity A-activity B-Activity C

I hope my application doesn't get rejected by the way it looks:eek: Did anyone else have the same problem?

We didn't have this style of application last year, so we can't offer much insight other than with regard to the friendliness and helpfulness of the admissions office. I genuinely think if you call them and explain, they might let you email the formatted stuff to them and they'll add it in to your hard copy file.

If you do call and find out, please post your results here. :)

I still think you did ok if the composite score is within reasonable range. They do look at the old score too.

My composite is not so great either. Unfortunately, it is lower than the last time I took the PCAT (which was in 2005). The only score I'm happy with is my chemistry. I improved the score from 54 to 72. I think that's awesome since it's been over 4 years since I last took a chemistry course.

We didn't have this style of application last year, so we can't offer much insight other than with regard to the friendliness and helpfulness of the admissions office. I genuinely think if you call them and explain, they might let you email the formatted stuff to them and they'll add it in to your hard copy file.

If you do call and find out, please post your results here. :)

I talked to Maria Leon about this issue and she said not to worry about it. As long as it is legible it is fine. I mean after the application is submitted there can't be any change done. Hopefully the admission committee won't have any eye strains after looking at that one page paragraph of my personal statement.

Hi Guys...

I've been restless waiting for my interview invite... So do you know when they start sending one???

Thanks... :)

Get a Rubik's Cube or something... I didn't get my invite until second semester, I think early March or late February. I know some schools do rolling applications (e.g. University of Houston) so you can get invites early if you apply early, but I don't quite remember A&M doing the same.

A&M doesn't do rolling admissions, so all invites will be sent out around the same time. I think I got mine within 2 hours of the first one someone posted about on here last year.

Since the application is due in January this year, it's probably fair to expect invites in late January or early February, but I don't know the official answer.

I would say that I wouldn't expect anything until late feb. early march, but no telling especially since this is the first year the application is online. I'm not sure how that will change things.

I didn't get the first batch of interview invites, I got a personal call from Dr. Robertson. So, be on the lookout for that too, especially if you see friends getting invites. Dr. Robertson is awesome. He is one of the reasons I really liked A&M. Along with the rest of the interview process. I enjoyed it more than the other schools I interviewed at. Good luck guys! SDN-ers have my vote! :thumbup::luck:

I finally submitted my application yay!!!

Does the website give you a checklist of what has been received? I couldn't find one.

I finally submitted my application yay!!!

Does the website give you a checklist of what has been received? I couldn't find one.

Wait a couple of days or at least a week....your advisor will send you a Credentialing Evaluation Form to tell you what they have received and what you need to send in. If you don't hear anything in the next 5 days - shoot them an email.

Thanks for the info!

Good grief, I just finished typing my personal statement and it's four pages long! It would have been five but I cut a lot out. I just have so much to say. Oh well, time to do some major editing. :)

4-5 pages?! Yowza!

Good luck to you guys. And don't freak out when you see things missing on your credentials form. It won't be complete until just about the time you matriculate. :)

So what happens if your credential forms says that your pre-pharmacy coursework is incomplete? I am missing general bio lab but I am taking this class next semester. Will my application still be reviewed?

Yep. Mine was incomplete until I finished my last pre-reqs the Spring prior to admission.

I assume there might have been a space for you to put that in, letting you let them know you'll be taking the missing required classes in the Spring.

Hmm... gotta take a look at the online app now... have not yet had a chance to do so...

They just update your pre-reqs as you complete them. You have until the end of Summer II to get everything finished and turned in. I was taking O-Chem over the summer, and another student in the class had already been accepted to the school. As long as he passed, it was a done deal.

I'm almost done with my application!! Hoping to submit it by this weekend.

Best of luck. Looking forward to seeing you guys on campus for interviews.

Best of luck. Looking forward to seeing you guys on campus for interviews.


I second that! :) :thumbup: :luck: :xf:

65 composite pcat
3.8 gpa
no degree

was not a first round interviewer
was not the first round accepted

Got accepted late May -- I also heard of some other people who received acceptance letters in early June... even August. :eek:

I can only assume their stats were subordinate to mine -- or they choke slammed their interviewers.

This should put your minds at ease. I did better than most in my class as far as grades are concerned this the past few semesters -- just goes to show that PCAT isn't always the best indicator of pharmacy school performance. I wished they wouldn't weigh it so heavily during the admissions process, but I guess they're working with that they have.

See you hopefuls next February at interviews. :thumbup:

Application is complete, just waiting to submit it tomorrow...if all goes well

How frequently do they update you on your document status? I received a notice a month ago and I was wondering if they would send another one. I am just curious to know whether or not one of my recommendation letters was sent.

How frequently do they update you on your document status? I received a notice a month ago and I was wondering if they would send another one. I am just curious to know whether or not one of my recommendation letters was sent.


You can send them an email requesting an update on the evaluation form. But I believe they will send you the update once every 2-3 weeks. But if you are really curious to know then send them an email.

I just waited what I thought was a fair amount of time and then called. They can look in your file and tell you pretty quick what they've received.

65 composite pcat
3.8 gpa
no degree

was not a first round interviewer
was not the first round accepted

Got accepted late May -- I also heard of some other people who received acceptance letters in early June... even August. :eek:

I can only assume their stats were subordinate to mine -- or they choke slammed their interviewers.

This should put your minds at ease. I did better than most in my class as far as grades are concerned this the past few semesters -- just goes to show that PCAT isn't always the best indicator of pharmacy school performance. I wished they wouldn't weigh it so heavily during the admissions process, but I guess they're working with that they have.

See you hopefuls next February at interviews. :thumbup:

I am the opposite.
GPA 3.1
PCAT 90th% composite

My high school had very few AP classes and I was not prepared in the least for the rigors of Texas A&M Undergrad. It took me a little while to get adjusted and I made a few bad grades. I have been making 3.4 and above every semester since and my GPA barely goes up :(

I am hoping that they do weigh heavily on the PCAT to balance out my bad GPA but I have been frightened by people on the UT thread saying that the PCAT is the least weighted in the admissions process compared to GPA, Com. Service, etc... Does anyone know if this is true for UT?

I am hoping that they do weigh heavily on the PCAT to balance out my bad GPA but I have been frightened by people on the UT thread saying that the PCAT is the least weighted in the admissions process compared to GPA, Com. Service, etc... Does anyone know if this is true for UT?

Here's the point breakdown from last year. I don't know if they've changed it or not.

15 points - PCAT
15 points - GPA
10 points - Recommendations (all 3 of them together)
10 points - Essay (done on the day of the interview)
25 points - Interview itself

That leads to a total of 75 points on the board.

Here's the point breakdown from last year. I don't know if they've changed it or not.

15 points - PCAT
15 points - GPA
10 points - Recommendations (all 3 of them together)
10 points - Essay (done on the day of the interview)
25 points - Interview itself

That leads to a total of 75 points on the board.

does being out of state resident and no bachelor degree also play in the point breakdown

So I e-mailed TAMU Kingsville about my credential check and no one has responded back to me yet. Does anyone know if they are out of the office for a couple of weeks for the holiday?

So I e-mailed TAMU Kingsville about my credential check and no one has responded back to me yet. Does anyone know if they are out of the office for a couple of weeks for the holiday?

Most likely their offices don't reopen from the holidays until tomorrow, Monday.

^^Thank you!

Most likely their offices don't reopen from the holidays until tomorrow, Monday.

Classes don't start back up until the 10th but I think they are in the office tomorrow. I would not anticipate interview invites and until after the application window closes. I think interviews will be in March sometime also. Just a heads up to all those applying. Good Luck.

oh man, I finally had everything received by TX A&M. So relieved!

Did they e-mail you or did you call to check to see if everything was received? I'm still waiting on one of my recommendation letters.

I usually emailed them, and they replied in a day or so. They'll give you a check list of what they have received and what they will need you to submit.
They accept faxed LOR and email scanned LOR too (of course your prof has to do that) - less hassle and save a stamp! :D

I would have to give him another form where I signed and waived my rights so that he can resend the letter. I won't be able to see him until after the deadline so I don't think that will work out so well. I don't know. I'm really worried that my last letter of recommendation won't make it in time. He is the last component of ALL my applications. *sigh*

I would have to give him another form where I signed and waived my rights so that he can resend the letter. I won't be able to see him until after the deadline so I don't think that will work out so well. I don't know. I'm really worried that my last letter of recommendation won't make it in time. He is the last component of ALL my applications. *sigh*
Can you email him? Does he remember who you are?
I downloaded the online form from TX A&M, electronically signed it using PDF tool and emailed it to my out of state recommender.
One of my profs wasn't up for writing LOR at all this year (some of my classmates applying for grad schools fall in the same situation). So I wasn't gonna nag him another time, I had to ask an MD I know for a long time to help me. And A&M is ok with it.
Pretty sure you can also ask an employer or volunteer supervisor to help you with LOR if you don't have a lot time left.

He said he sent it on Monday. I think I'll try calling Friday to see if it has arrived in the office. I hope they will be able to tell me that information.

He said he sent it on Monday. I think I'll try calling Friday to see if it has arrived in the office. I hope they will be able to tell me that information.

Texas A&M has one of the best staff in my opinion. If your LOR was faxed, the school should get it right away and will update within 1-2 business day. Good luck!

I applied too, good luck to everybody else :cool:

Texas A&M has one of the best staff in my opinion. If your LOR was faxed, the school should get it right away and will update within 1-2 business day. Good luck!
For real!! I love their staff! Make me feel very welcoming and that they genuinely want to help me with my questions

For real!! I love their staff! Make me feel very welcoming and that they genuinely want to help me with my questions

:thumbup: I love the people in the student affairs office. They are all so helpful. I love the school and professors too. I hope you guys like our school when you come for interviews! :) Good luck!!! :thumbup:

:thumbup: I love the people in the student affairs office. They are all so helpful. I love the school and professors too. I hope you guys like our school when you come for interviews! :) Good luck!!! :thumbup:

This is one of my top school to attend! I hope I get an invite for an interview.

I applied too, good luck to everybody else :cool:
Are you independently wealthy? You're applying to a LOT of schools! :scared:

hi guys..i m new on here...just wanted u r feedback on my stat...do u guys think tht with the following stat...i will at least make it to an interview?

PCAT Composite: 53 (88chem; 80 bio; 53 verbal; 35math; 11rc)
GPA: 3.33

hi guys..i m new on here...just wanted u r feedback on my stat...do u guys think tht with the following stat...i will at least make it to an interview?

PCAT Composite: 53 (88chem; 80 bio; 53 verbal; 35math; 11rc)
GPA: 3.33

You are below average on both the GPA and the PCAT. You could easily get by with a 3.33 gpa, but a 53 PCAT score will most likely not cut it. Your other sections will need to be very strong to be seriously considered, at least in my opinion.

Other people may have a different take though.

So my Houston recommendation arrived today but my A&M hasn't. My recommendator sent both of them at the same time so I'm not sure if the mail is just slower to get to the valley. This is really stressing me out.

So my Houston recommendation arrived today but my A&M hasn't. My recommendator sent both of them at the same time so I'm not sure if the mail is just slower to get to the valley. This is really stressing me out.
I see why you pick your screen name now. LOL. I feel you!
There's still another 8 days for this school :) Maybe they just haven't had time to sort the mails.
Don't worry too much though. What's done is done. Just sit back and try to relax.

Applied the weekend after Christmas and just waiting to see what they will say...I hope for the best and good luck to everyone!

Relax? What does that mean? Lol

Relax? What does that mean? Lol
Valium

Do we have to send fall transcripts?

Do we have to send fall transcripts?

Yes, I sent mine.

I finally submitted my application today.

^^yay!!!!!

Yes, I sent mine.

I was confused by this as well. On the PharmD homepage there is a statement saying that applicants only need to send transcripts if accepted. However, on the application it states that we need to: "Mail transcripts and recomendation forms postmarked by January 15 to ...".

Do I need to mail the transcripts by the 15th or not?

I remember submitting my transcripts at the time I applied and after I was accepted. The transcript after an acceptance is important to verify if you have a degree (B.S. or whatever). You can contact the office to see what you need, but if I was applying I would submit a transcript with the application. Good luck.

I was confused by this as well. On the PharmD homepage there is a statement saying that applicants only need to send transcripts if accepted. However, on the application it states that we need to: "Mail transcripts and recomendation forms postmarked by January 15 to ...".

Do I need to mail the transcripts by the 15th or not?


I personally would rather be safe than sorry. I'd send it in, it certainly can't hurt.

I requested for my Fall transcript to be sent yesterday. They will probably mail it out either today or tomorrow. Does anyone know if it will be postmarked on that day? I'm just worried that it may not arrive at the office by Jan 15th and I'm not sure if the university stamps it as being postmarked on a certain day.

I just received a response from Dr. Roberston. Looks like you only need to submit unofficial transcripts at this point. He stated that:

"The College can use unofficial transcripts now from all colleges/universities a student has attended to review an application to determine eligibility for an interview opportunity. However, if after the interview, a student is offered and accepts admission to the College of Pharmacy, that student would then need to request that official transcript (s) from any college/university attended be sent directly from the respective Registrar's Office to the College at the following address:

Office of Student Affairs - Admissions
Texas A&M Health Science Center
Irma Lerma Rangel College of Pharmacy
1010 West Avenue B, MSC 131
Kingsville, TX 78363

Yes, unofficial transcripts must be sent and postmarked by January 15 for your application to be reviewed. If recommendations are mailed after January 15, they will be accepted since those you ask to submit them are sometimes slow in completing them for the applicant.

I hope this information has served to answer your questions. Please feel free to contact me should you have any further questions.

Sincerely,


James Robertson
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
James Robertson, Jr., Ph.D.
Associate Dean for Student Affairs
Texas A&M Health Science Center
Irma Lerma Rangel College of Pharmacy
1010 West Avenue B, MSC 131
Kingsville, TX 78363"

Every time I e-mail the school, I never get a response lol

Dr. Robertson is awesome. He's a huge reason I liked A&M. :) :thumbup:

I had a question for anyone that goes to UT and is applying to TAMU-Pharmacy- On the pre-req's it says that Biology+Labs are required. Do you guys know what specific lab is required?

If it is general bio lab then it is 206L (Spring) or 205L (Fall).

why does it depend on semester..?

One is dissection lab (Spring) and the other is mainly using the microscope (Fall).

I know that they give out about 250 interview invites but does anyone know how many applications are thrown out because of incomplete applications?

Here are a few statistics from previous years. I don't know how many of them were incomplete. Hope this helps
Fall 2006 For the fall 2006 class the College received 575 applications for 76 seats.

Fall 2007
For the fall 2007 class the College received 604 applications for 77 seats.
Fall 2008
For the fall 2008 class the College received 583 applications for 87 seats.
Fall 2009
For the fall 2009 class the College received 518 applications for 87 seats.

Fall 2010

For the fall 2010 class the College received 440 applications for 87 seats.

Hmmmm less people are applying each year. That's weird.

I talked to Dr. Robertson about that at the last Admission Committee meeting we had and he suggested it was more of a reflection of the downward economy more than anything. I think with the cost of applying, interviewing, and securing deposits for spots people are not applying to the a lot of schools at once. I remember going through PharmCAS and applying to 12 or so schools plus non-PharmCAS but do not think I could do that now. It is also getting more competitive as well so there are other underlying factors out there.

Hmmmm less people are applying each year. That's weird.

The less the better for us. ;)

^^True!!!

eeeeshh! i hope they send out invites next month! I cant wait till marchhhh

I believe interviews will be held a little earlier this year. I have heard interviews might be moved up to February, so stay tuned.

Their website lists the interview dates as February 10, 11, 17, 18, and 24. So hopefully we will be getting invites soon! :xf:
Their site also states that Admission offers are made in early March.

And don't forget that today is the deadline (In case you forgot)!

Keeping my fingers crossed!!!!

Their website lists the interview dates as February 10, 11, 17, 18, and 24. So hopefully we will be getting invites soon! :xf:
Their site also states that Admission offers are made in early March.

And don't forget that today is the deadline (In case you forgot)!

I knew these were going to be the dates but did not know if they were public yet. This is the earliest they have ever done interviews. I will be helping with interviews this year so I will be seeing you in February. Good luck.

Does anyone else feel like they are going crazy?

I can't wait to hear back about the interview invites lol... hopefully they come out next week so we can make travel arrangements in time if we need to!!!!

:scared:

Does anyone else feel like they are going crazy?

I can't wait to hear back about the interview invites lol... hopefully they come out next week so we can make travel arrangements in time if we need to!!!!

:scared:

I am :)

I've been going crazy since the summer haha

I've been going crazy since the summer haha

lol I hear ya! I sent in my application in October (all except my Fall '10 transcript) and ever since then I've been a nervous wreck.



However, I did hear a rumor leak that the Pharmacy building had some issues with mold because of the way it was built not to code. I thought the school was pretty new? Can anyone verify this rumor? If it is true, what will happen to the pharmacy students?

I don't know about not being built to code, but yes there is a mold problem now in the building. However most buildings in South Texas probably have mold in them some where that's just the nature of high humidity/temperature and nothing being able to dry out. When Dr. Nancy Dickey, HSC President, addressed us last semester she said that they would be working on the building to address some of the issues. Due to budget constraints (all Universities in Texas face up to 25% cuts over the next few years) it may take time to get the entire problem resolved. However, classes, interviews, and admissions should go on as usual. There are air purifiers/scrubbers in the building and according to air samples the air inside the building is actually better than outside and the mold concentrations are rather low. There are rumors as to how the mold got into the building in the first place, but the fact of the matter is the mold is there, but it is not significant enough to warrant closure of the building/school. Dr. Dickey and the Chancellor of the A&M system are both physicians and would not put the health of the students and faculty at risk. Should anyone have further questions about the mold contact Dr. Robertson as he has more specific knowledge of the situation. Hope this helps clarify the situation and does not deter anyone from applying to the school.

Does anyone else feel like they are going crazy?

I can't wait to hear back about the interview invites lol... hopefully they come out next week so we can make travel arrangements in time if we need to!!!!

:scared:

I'm going crazy hoping my boyfriend gets an invite :xf:! I'm almost as nervous as when I applied.

I don't think I can take the torture of waiting any longer. It's driving my husband nuts because I run straight to our computer as soon as I get home from work. He tells me I need to relax.

Here are a few statistics from previous years. I don't know how many of them were incomplete. Hope this helps
Fall 2006 For the fall 2006 class the College received 575 applications for 76 seats.

Fall 2007
For the fall 2007 class the College received 604 applications for 77 seats.
Fall 2008
For the fall 2008 class the College received 583 applications for 87 seats.
Fall 2009
For the fall 2009 class the College received 518 applications for 87 seats.

Fall 2010

For the fall 2010 class the College received 440 applications for 87 seats.

To follow up on this, today Dr. Robertson mentioned that there have been 520'ish (give or take) applicants this year, and that roughly 250 will be invited for an interview. I imagine that Donkey will correct me when the numbers become final.


However, I did hear a rumor leak that the Pharmacy building had some issues with mold because of the way it was built not to code. I thought the school was pretty new? Can anyone verify this rumor? If it is true, what will happen to the pharmacy students?

I don't think that there were any problems with the blueprints or construction of the pharmacy building. Apparently, a lot of buildings (if not all of the buildings) on the Texas A&M - Kingsville campus have mold in them. Importantly, according to the inspectors who looked between the walls of the building, the mold growing in the walls isn't 'Black Mold' (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Mold). There are a lot of different species of mold that can grow inside a building, and they described the mold as 'benign.' They put air scrubbers in the building, though, for the sake of people who may be allergic to the mold. Personally, though, I haven't noticed it and so as far as I can tell, the mold grows in between the walls (as in, you can't see them without prying off a few bricks and panels).

--Garfield3d

I'm going crazy hoping my boyfriend gets an invite :xf:! I'm almost as nervous as when I applied.



Aw. My fiancee attends TAMUK and I am hoping to get in myself to be with him. Good luck to your boyfriend! I know what you are going through!

I've been going crazy since the summer haha
Same!!

Have they told you guys when invites are going out? It's gotta be sometime soon if interviews start on Feb 10th.

Have they told you guys when invites are going out? It's gotta be sometime soon if interviews start on Feb 10th.

Not yet...I still haven't received anything yet..anyone else?

I've received nothing,
Maybe my app just sucks so thats why nothing has come in yet

So I got an email yesterday listing what they have received and what is missing. I have a LOR and pre-pharmacy coursework missing!!! Does this mean they won't even review my application for admission? I'm sad now! The LOR I'm missing is from a pharmacist. I asked him to mail the LORs to TX Tech and TX A&M when he was done. I even provided the envelopes and stamps for him! Yet both schools show they are missing the LOR from him (Although I did get an interview invite from Tech). But I would soooo love to have the opportunity to interview at Kingsville. I'm stressing out! :(

I don't think you'll be penalized for not having the LOR sent in on time. I believe that is what they told me. Tech took over a month to update one of my recs so don't worry. Have you tried calling Kingsville???

I don't think you'll be penalized for not having the LOR sent in on time. I believe that is what they told me. Tech took over a month to update one of my recs so don't worry. Have you tried calling Kingsville???

No, I haven't called them. I actually just found out yesterday around 6:30pm (when I got home from work) that one of my LORs was missing.

No, I haven't called them. I actually just found out yesterday around 6:30pm (when I got home from work) that one of my LORs was missing.

It's okay. I found out one of my LOR's was missing too. I just went ahead and gave them a call and they confirmed that they do have everything and that my application is complete. I was panicking because it was past the deadline and I thought I was screwed. I would say just give them a call to see exactly what is going on. :)

The faculty here is fairly understanding about how problems can arise. If there's a legitimate reason that those documents are late, they'll probably still take it late, so long as you contact them and get it to them in a reasonable amount of time. It's no excuse if your whole application is late.

They'll typically chase you for missing things so long as your application is mostly complete. Last year, I sent in everything except a certain form (I forget which one). It was about two days from the deadline so I was panicking when they called, but we were able to work out a solution for it. In the end, I still got one of the first interviews last year as well as an immediate letter when the acceptance letters were sent off.

But do hurry. We're already preparing for y'all's arrivals during the interviews. I know for certain I'll be skipping 'ceutics for one of the sessions ;D

As I recall though, I got my invitation... about two weeks before the actual interview, so yeah, keep your eyes peeled this week.

Well, I did contact them and did tell me that my application will still be reviewed but to get that LOR to them as soon as possible. That's my mission for tomorrow.

Well, I did contact them and did tell me that my application will still be reviewed but to get that LOR to them as soon as possible. That's my mission for tomorrow.

Just remember that the time's running up. If memory serves, you can get your professor to fax in a letter of recommendation. Call to make sure. Whenever I called, it only took about 1 ring before they answered. If they don't take the fax, try to negotiate faxing a temporary copy until the hard copy is actually sent.

Weren't you the one who was talking about the trouble of getting the professor to write the LOR just before I took a hiatus? lol

Just remember that the time's running up. If memory serves, you can get your professor to fax in a letter of recommendation. Call to make sure. Whenever I called, it only took about 1 ring before they answered. If they don't take the fax, try to negotiate faxing a temporary copy until the hard copy is actually sent.

Weren't you the one who was talking about the trouble of getting the professor to write the LOR just before I took a hiatus? lol

Actually, the professor I had trouble contacting sent in her LOR right away. It's the LOR from a pharmacist that I worked with that is missing.

Has anyone heard back about interviews yet? It's getting really close to when they are going to be held and I haven't heard a single word from the admissions office.......I'm getting really nervous

Has anyone heard back about interviews yet? It's getting really close to when they are going to be held and I haven't heard a single word from the admissions office.......I'm getting really nervous

It is weird that we are not hearing anything from them....

Well their deadline was only about a week and a half ago so I'm sure we'll here something soon. Hang tight cause I know I am!

Wow...still not interview letters yet. UT sent me mine on the 21st for a 28-29th interview. So maybe all pharmacy schools like to give 1 week notice. :D:D:D:D

They like to keep you on your toes. :)

I know I will be helping out with answering questions at the interviews on a couple days. So, we are preparing for you guys to come in. :) I hope to see some of you there! I'm sure they will be sending out notices soon. Like syunfung said, I'd keep my eyes peeled this week or early next week. Also, I got a phone call for mine from Dr. Robertson himself. I think I was one of the later interviews. So, keep an eye on your phone calls/ voice mails! (He will leave a voice mail, so don't be distraught if you miss his call haha) Good luck everyone! :luck::xf:

Wow...still not interview letters yet. UT sent me mine on the 21st for a 28-29th interview. So maybe all pharmacy schools like to give 1 week notice. :D:D:D:D

Yeah, they tend to do that. My UT interview and my A&M interview were one week apart last year. My professors were less than thrilled... ><

In any case, are y'all checking the emails that you used to submit your application? I know some of the others got invitations via phone, but mine was through an email from Ms. Knudsen. If you get in the habit of checking Facebook or your personal email more than your work/application emails, you might be missing the notice.

Of course, once you get accepted, they'll only use the email they assign to you, so you ought to get in the habit if you haven't already.

@velvet75: Ah, yeah... the pharmacist was where I was stuck last year as well. I wish you good luck with that!

@LSUCPhT: You're doing that too? Which days? Wait... I could just ask you in class, lol...

I have a couple questions for those that are currently at kingsville. how are the ippe/appe sites at kingsville? is it randomized? how many hours per week? when does it start?

I have a couple questions for those that are currently at kingsville. how are the ippe/appe sites at kingsville? is it randomized? how many hours per week? when does it start?

The IPPE/APPE sites are not all in Kingsville - it's all over southern Texas extending upwards to San Antonio and all the way down to the border, as the school was designed to serve southern Texas.

In the first 3 years, "Service Learning Hours" are required for IPPE. They are essentially volunteer hours in which the activity has to involve educating people or providing a healthcare service, eg. heath fairs, health presentations to school kids, counseling, immunization, taking vital signs, etc. For P1 it's 30 hours, P2 it's 25 hours, and I'm really not too sure what it is for P3's :p. There are many different volunteer opportunities, including those provided by the school, organizations, or an approved one from the student.

P2's get an introductory pharmacy preceptorship. They rank their top preferred locations anywhere in the south including San Antonio, Corpus Christi, Kingsville, Victoria, Brownsville, and the small towns in between. They'll try to match up students to their preferred locations as much as possible. This is done every Friday, in which instead of classes, P2's go to their site.

P4's, for APPE, the selection of locations are also given by preference of the student and includes a larger location since the last year is only pharmacy experience. P4's have no actual classroom lectures and thus aren't ever at the school. The locations for APPE extend to Houston, and I've heard they're working on getting a site near Dallas.

In total you get 1500 experience hours, the required amount for Texas licensing, this includes the 300 hours of early practice experience.

Thanks for the great info, Pharmcd!

Any invites yet?

Nope...at least not me.

Maybe tomorrow?

When they send out interview invites, do they give you more than one weekend you are able to attend?

According to their website, these are the following days in which the interview are held:
February 10, 11, 17, 18 & 24, 2011.

So to answer your questions, yes they do give you more than 1 weekend to attend.

Thanks for the information. Obviously, I didn't pay attention to the website. :p

However, I don't believe they give you an option on which date you want...

However, I don't believe they give you an option on which date you want...

They don't. You need to make the time to go to your interview date. They assign you one to ensure that the process goes smoothly.

In any case, if you didn't check the website, here's something that should help you with the interviews... http://pharmacy.tamhsc.edu/prospective/interview.html

Hmmmm I'm gonna hope that invites go out this week. That really sucks that you can't pick what day to go but I guess it makes it fair. Do they let you change the day if there is a conflict?

Hmmmm I'm gonna hope that invites go out this week. That really sucks that you can't pick what day to go but I guess it makes it fair. Do they let you change the day if there is a conflict?

Not sure. When I had a conflict that the professor wouldn't help me with (i.e. 1 of 2 exams for the entire year happened to be on my interview date for UT but she wouldn't give me a different time to take it), I basically went with "Forget you, the interview is more important!" I went with that same concept for the A&M interview. I think maybe for medical/mortality reasons they'd accommodate you, but otherwise... let's just wait for your interview date first, eh? No use fretting about things if you happen to get a good interview date.

Worst comes to worst, I'll ask around...

Lol thanks! You're right. So far most of my professors have been cool so I will cross my fingers to get an interview and to have it on a good day haha

Check you emails....I just got my interview invite.

The only problem now is...I'm scheduled for Thursday 2/10 at 1pm. I have my Texas Tech interview in Amarillo the next day. Crap.

Yay!!! I got an invite for Thursday 2/10 at 2pm. I have to miss a lot of my classes but oh well. I'm sure my professors will understand haha.

ispeshaled: You may want to call A&M and ask them if they will consider giving you another day to interview or call Texas Tech for an interview change.

Yay!!! I got an invite for Thursday 2/10 at 2pm. I have to miss a lot of my classes but oh well. I'm sure my professors will understand haha.

No invite for me. :(

But congrats to you for getting one! Good luck!:luck:

Velvet: Don't worry you'll get one. I think they send out the invites a week before your interview date. I'm guessing only the people who are interviewing next week have gotten an e-mail. There are many more interview days so no worries!!!

I'm interviewing 2/11... any interview tips!?

Congrats everyone!!!!!!! :thumbup: Best of luck to you all! Just be yourselves. Don't try to be anyone you're not.

I would definitely take a look at our school's website for interview tips:
http://pharmacy.tamhsc.edu/prospective/interview.html

Good luck!!! :thumbup:

Whoop! Invite is in for 2/11 (Friday)...
What is the written part is all about????

Check you emails....I just got my interview invite.

The only problem now is...I'm scheduled for Thursday 2/10 at 1pm. I have my Texas Tech interview in Amarillo the next day. Crap.

Same, but in Abilene! But my cousin also has an interview Thursday so we're keeping that day...

Velvet: Don't worry you'll get one. I think they send out the invites a week before your interview date. I'm guessing only the people who are interviewing next week have gotten an e-mail. There are many more interview days so no worries!!!

I didn't get an invite for next week and I'm praying that this is the case!!! It would make sense, to make it fair to those who got their invite today and who have to interview next week. Anyone know for sure though, or who can prove it wrong by stating that they got an invite for the 17, 18, or 24th date?

Thanks!!

I didn't get an invite for next week and I'm praying that this is the case!!! It would make sense, to make it fair to those who got their invite today and who have to interview next week. Anyone know for sure though, or who can prove it wrong by stating that they got an invite for the 17, 18, or 24th date?

Thanks!!

I would like to know as I didn't get an email for an interview either and would like to hope that what you're stating is true. :(

I would like to know as I didn't get an email for an interview either and would like to hope that what you're stating is true. :(

Maybe someone will see our pleas of mercy!!! lol Good luck to you!! I know exactly what you are feeling. And if it is the case, maybe we are on the same date :P

Maybe someone will see our pleas of mercy!!! lol Good luck to you!! I know exactly what you are feeling. And if it is the case, maybe we are on the same date :P

Let's hope so! :)

Good luck to everyone who got interviews so far!

Don't worry you guys. Yall will get an interview. They are probably still reviewing applications for the next rounds.

Interview next Thursday as well. So what exactly is the writing part like? What kinds of topics do they cover? Do people have examples? Are they pharmacy-related?

Yay!!! I got an invite for Thursday 2/10 at 2pm. I have to miss a lot of my classes but oh well. I'm sure my professors will understand haha.

ispeshaled: You may want to call A&M and ask them if they will consider giving you another day to interview or call Texas Tech for an interview change.

I think that might cause some unwanted notes on the interview. You'll have to try harder to convince them why you should come here when you had to put off your interview date for A&M because of the one at Texas Tech... or vice versa... Whichever's easiest for you though.

Interview next Thursday as well. So what exactly is the writing part like? What kinds of topics do they cover? Do people have examples? Are they pharmacy-related?

http://forums.studentdoctor.net/showpost.php?p=9337846&postcount=398 This was what I posted about it last year.

To be honest though... I don't remember what my topic was. It was really... "normal" to me, so it didn't really stick out :/

If you feel like it, also read http://forums.studentdoctor.net/showthread.php?t=591874&page=8 as there are some other impressions and stuff about the interview process here (last year).

so no invites yet?

so no invites yet?


Read up. People got interview invites yesterday.

I don't remember exactly what my written part was about. I think it was something to the nature of "what are you going to bring to our school?" Stuff like that. It's nothing to be too nervous about. I think you had around 30 minutes to write it (I don't know if anyone else can remember, feel free to correct me). I LOVED A&M's interview day. I thought it was better than any other school. It is what sold me on the school. Have fun, be yourself and good luck!

I got my invite for Friday 2/11! Yay!! I was worried I would get a school day. My UT interview was also on Friday, hope the gl continues.

Congrats to all who got invited, see you guys there!

I got my invite for Friday 2/11! Yay!! I was worried I would get a school day. My UT interview was also on Friday, hope the gl continues.

Congrats to all who got invited, see you guys there!

Good luck to everyone that got their invites for next Thursday and Friday!!! :) Did anyone get any invitations on the 17th or 18th?

Good luck to everyone that got their invites for next Thursday and Friday!!! :) Did anyone get any invitations on the 17th or 18th?


I don't think so by the looks of it. Everyone seems to have only gotten the 10 or 11 days. I think we are still safe :):thumbup:

I just got one for 17th. And then 2 minutes later...another interview at another school. Whew. What a surprise. :D YAY.

I don't think so by the looks of it. Everyone seems to have only gotten the 10 or 11 days. I think we are still safe :):thumbup:


I just got my invie from A&M. It's 17th! :)

So meet me here and there :-)

I just got one for 17th. And then 2 minutes later...another interview at another school. Whew. What a surprise. :D YAY.

I just got one for 17th. And then 2 minutes later...another interview at another school. Whew. What a surprise. :D YAY.


OMG, I just got an invitation too! On the 17th!!! yessss!!!

OMG, I just got an invitation too! On the 17th!!! yessss!!!

Hey...weren't you at the other interview on Jan 14th? :D haha I'm sorry, I forget people's screen names.

Hey...weren't you at the other interview on Jan 14th? :D haha I'm sorry, I forget people's screen names.

OOoooh wait, nvm! seashore i remember, haha sorry :P

So meet me here and there :-)

haha see you there xD

Good luck to everyone that got their invites for next Thursday and Friday!!! :) Did anyone get any invitations on the 17th or 18th?

OMG! I just got an invitation for an interview too! On the 17th! :love:

Interview on the 17th!!!! Yes I am so happy! Can't wait to see everyone and good luck!

Congrats everyone!!! Maybe I'll see some of you wandering around in the halls. We have classes during those times. Should be interesting! Parking will more than likely be an issue because we have classes and so does TAMUK, so I would make sure to come early! Best of luck!:thumbup:

I just got my interview offer about 2 minutes ago, on Feb 18th.
I checked my house's mailbox this morning, no letter. I was so upset and here it comes, they sent me the invitation by email.

I got my interview on the 17th as well!!!
See you there!:laugh:

Doesn't sound like anyone has the 24th yet.

Either way, we'll probably see y'all there! (working 11th and 24th).

I got one for the 24th! :D

Yay I got it for the 18th! Does anyone know how many candidates are invites per interview day?

Getting super sad now:(, still no invite! I was so hoping for a chance to interview at this school.

Getting super sad now:(, still no invite! I was so hoping for a chance to interview at this school.

Hang in there!! Remember, I said I didn't get an email for an interview. I got a call from Dr. Robertson. People will deny interviews and/or admissions. Don't lose hope yet! :thumbup:

Yay I got it for the 18th! Does anyone know how many candidates are invites per interview day?

There are 5 interview times per day with 10 candidates per time slot. That means 50 candidates per day. With 5 days for interviews, 250 candidates are interviewed. Dr. Robertson said there were about 520 applications received this year which is up from previous years, so there is more competition. However, there will be some who decline to interview due to other interviews or acceptances. In previous years the interviews were held in March, which I think was much later than other schools. I am not sure why interviews were moved up this year. For those who did not get an interview invite there is still time. Also someone previously was waiting for a letter in the mail; if you do that you miss your interview. Invites will go out via email so check that first and then your junk mail folder as well. Good luck.

There are 5 interview times per day with 10 candidates per time slot. That means 50 candidates per day. With 5 days for interviews, 250 candidates are interviewed. Dr. Robertson said there were about 520 applications received this year which is up from previous years, so there is more competition. However, there will be some who decline to interview due to other interviews or acceptances. In previous years the interviews were held in March, which I think was much later than other schools. I am not sure why interviews were moved up this year. For those who did not get an interview invite there is still time. Also someone previously was waiting for a letter in the mail; if you do that you miss your interview. Invites will go out via email so check that first and then your junk mail folder as well. Good luck.

thank you!!

Do you know if interview dates go out based on when we submitted our applications? I know its not rolling admissions but I submitted my application sometimes in the october but they didn't recieve my last recommendation later until January 5.

I'm losing hope now, I don't think I'm going to get an invite.:( Really wanted to go to this school.

Do you know if interview dates go out based on when we submitted our applications? I know its not rolling admissions but I submitted my application sometimes in the october but they didn't recieve my last recommendation later until January 5.

I'm losing hope now, I don't think I'm going to get an invite.:( Really wanted to go to this school.

Read the posts above. You still have a shot!! It's exactly what happened to me! Don't lose hope!!!!!! :) :xf:

Do you know if interview dates go out based on when we submitted our applications? I know its not rolling admissions but I submitted my application sometimes in the october but they didn't recieve my last recommendation later until January 5.

I'm losing hope now, I don't think I'm going to get an invite.:( Really wanted to go to this school.

Same here.. I submitted my entire application in October except for my Fall 2010 transcript which was received like RIGHT on the deadline of January 15. And, I haven't gotten an invite either :( I'm really losing hope

I received mine for the 17th at 2:30. Hope to see many of you there.

All we had to do was reply to the e-mail and accept our interview offer right? Were we supposed to receive something else telling us that they received our e-mail? I don't want to show up and have them tell me that they didn't get my e-mail. That would really suck.

Hi everyone! I got an interview for the Friday, the 18th @ 1 p.m. Did anyone one else get an interview at that time? I know we are suppose to meet in a room when we arrive, so will other applicants be in the same room as well? Can anyone shed light on what activities we will be doing on the day of the interview, I recall we have to do an oral and written activity during the time we are there. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. I wish everyone luck on their interview!

Hi everyone! I got an interview for the Friday, the 18th @ 1 p.m. Did anyone one else get an interview at that time? I know we are suppose to meet in a room when we arrive, so will other applicants be in the same room as well? Can anyone shed light on what activities we will be doing on the day of the interview, I recall we have to do an oral and written activity during the time we are there. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. I wish everyone luck on their interview!

For those interviewing here is a run down of your interview. When you arrive there will be staff members there to greet you and you will mingle in the lobby down stairs (1st floor). When everyone has arrived you will go upstairs to the "fish bowl" and receive instruction from Dr. Robertson along with formal introductions. Then half of you will go interview and the other half will right essays. Interviews consist of approximately 3 interviewers (ex. a faculty member, a local pharmacist, a student or some other combination, I know I will be one of the students :D) After 30 minutes of writing/interviewing you switch. Once everyone is done you will be taken back downstairs for a question/answer session with current students (this is not evaluated toward the whole interview). The Q&A session is very informal and you can ask whatever you want. Many like this process and having done the sessions before it can be very informative. After the Q&A (30 - 45 minutes) you are done. The interview process is short but very efficient. Just relax be yourself and enjoy the time here. I hope you all do well and enjoy it.:thumbup: Hope this helps clarify a few things. Good luck!!

For those interviewing here is a run down of your interview. When you arrive there will be staff members there to greet you and you will mingle in the lobby down stairs (1st floor). When everyone has arrived you will go upstairs to the "fish bowl" and receive instruction from Dr. Robertson along with formal introductions. Then half of you will go interview and the other half will right essays. Interviews consist of approximately 3 interviewers (ex. a faculty member, a local pharmacist, a student or some other combination, I know I will be one of the students :D) After 30 minutes of writing/interviewing you switch. Once everyone is done you will be taken back downstairs for a question/answer session with current students (this is not evaluated toward the whole interview). The Q&A session is very informal and you can ask whatever you want. Many like this process and having done the sessions before it can be very informative. After the Q&A (30 - 45 minutes) you are done. The interview process is short but very efficient. Just relax be yourself and enjoy the time here. I hope you all do well and enjoy it.:thumbup: Hope this helps clarify a few things. Good luck!!

So is the interview a group interview or individual? If it's individual, does each person get about 30 minutes for the interview?

Congrats to everyone who received an interview invite, and good luck on interview day! Remember that part of the purpose for the interview process is to evaluate a student's personality in addition to their personality skills, so while you consider the content of your answers to an interview question, be sure to articulate your views in a clear and straightforward manner.

To those of you who are still waiting for an invite, don't become disenchanted by everything. Just give time for everything to play out while you consider your options.

I'll be looking forward to seeing everyone on interview day!

--Garfield3d

So is the interview a group interview or individual? If it's individual, does each person get about 30 minutes for the interview?

The interview is done individually. Each student gets 30 minutes by him or herself to answer the questions of three interviewers in a closed room. After the oral interview, you'll have 30 more minutes to type out an essay to a random prompt. The essay is also done individually, though you will still be typing the computer room with other interviewees.

If you have any other questions, feel free to ask.

--Garfield3d

Is Texas A&M interview an opened or closed interview?

So is the interview a group interview or individual? If it's individual, does each person get about 30 minutes for the interview?
The interviews are indeed individual as mentioned above. I felt extremely comfortable during my interview, and I think that was due to what I had read in last year's A&M thread and also because I read the Interview Feedback page for our school. (see my signature for a link)

Thanks to SDN, I knew well ahead of time that someone would walk by and knock on the outside of the door when we had a minute (or maybe 5?) left. The knock didn't throw me off too much. ;)

Is Texas A&M interview an opened or closed interview?
Closed-file interview. Your interviewers will have a sheet in front of them to take notes, score some things, etc. You will walk in to an interview where you start on a complete blank canvas.

Some don't like that style of interview, some do. I felt comfortable because it felt like a "getting to know you" session more than a critical review of my academic history.

A&M has a very low-stress interview day schedule in comparison to other schools, so come in ready to be calm, cool, and collected. See you guys soon! :)

thank you for your help!

Do they accept people on a rolling basis or do they wait till all interviews are done? Would the students with earlier interview dates have better chances of getting in than the later ones or does that not make a difference?

Do they accept people on a rolling basis or do they wait till all interviews are done? Would the students with earlier interview dates have better chances of getting in than the later ones or does that not make a difference?

Invitations for admission are not on a rolling basis. The initial invites are all on the same day, and your interview day has no determination on your chances of admission. In the past, I know that a few people have had to switch their interview days due to unforeseeable circumstances, and so their interview date had to be switched around.

Essentially, after February 24 (after all interviews are done), they will sit down and begin ranking all of the interviews together. Then, in a month or two (traditionally it's been in either late April or early May, but it will probably be different this year due to the earlier interview dates), invitations to the College of Pharmacy will come out in one large group of e-mails. Students have two weeks to respond whether they will accept or turn down the invitation, and afterwards, people on the wait-list are contacted on a "rolling" basis.

I hope that clarifies things.

--Garfield3d

You will definitely receive confirmation that you accepted the interview offer. I called the admissions office about a different question and they told me they received my email and would send a confirmation email back to me. Hope this helps!

All we had to do was reply to the e-mail and accept our interview offer right? Were we supposed to receive something else telling us that they received our e-mail? I don't want to show up and have them tell me that they didn't get my e-mail. That would really suck.

Thanks. I received my confirmation e-mail today.

I got invited for 2/18! Any holidays inns there? That's my favorite hotel :D

I got invited for 2/18! Any holidays inns there? That's my favorite hotel :D


There is a Holiday Inn Express. That's where I stayed when I interviewed. :)

There is a Holiday Inn Express. That's where I stayed when I interviewed. :)
ah sweet!

Also to others, this is a completely random and I guess somewhat inappropriate question but I'm turning 21 on that day, so I was wondering if there was any sort of good bar in that area! I want to celebrate with a drink or two since I'm going to get there by 8pm on the previous day.

ah sweet!

Also to others, this is a completely random and I guess somewhat inappropriate question but I'm turning 21 on that day, so I was wondering if there was any sort of good bar in that area! I want to celebrate with a drink or two since I'm going to get there by 8pm on the previous day.

No wayyy, you have the same birthday as me. I'd celebrate with you but (1) my interview is not that day, and (2) I'm only turning 20. :laugh:

ah sweet!

Also to others, this is a completely random and I guess somewhat inappropriate question but I'm turning 21 on that day, so I was wondering if there was any sort of good bar in that area! I want to celebrate with a drink or two since I'm going to get there by 8pm on the previous day.
Corpus Christi has a decent number of legitimate bars and clubs. I wouldn't drink in Kingsville, or be in a bar there after dark when the locals come out... :meanie:

I'm going to copy and paste a PM that I sent to someone else about interviews:

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Compared to many other schools, Kingsville's interview is a pretty laid back atmosphere. It's still an interview, so it's a rather stressful by nature, but whereas some places feel like a pressure-cooker environment, Kingsville leans more towards the making-people-feel-comfortable side of things.

The type of questions that you'll run into during interview are usually pretty generic. You will probably get questions like, "Why do you want to be a pharmacist," and "What makes you specifically interested in the COP at Kingsville." You might get more in-depth questions like, "What do you consider to be your greatest strength/weakness" and those sort of open-ended questions, but don't expect any technical/educational questions. You should certainly spend time to roll in your head how you want to respond to those sort of questions. Though they seem like straightforward questions, it takes time to come with a response that feels smart yet rolls off the tongue naturally.

You don't need to worry about anything along the lines of "How do chiral shapes affect biological systems?" You're not going to get quizzed on what you should know from class. Those kind of questions do not happen.

Always keep in mind that the point of the interview is to better understand the personality, behavior, and communication skills of a student. So, while interviewee feels the need to say something smart and thought-provoking with every sentence that comes out of their mouth, it is equally important to communicate in a straightforward and easily understandable manner.

In an interview room, once you know what you want to say, the most difficult part is going to be formulating a response that is appropriately descriptive yet concise. You only have 30 minutes for your oral interview, and those 30 minutes will fly by before you can catch your breath. Don't get too verbose or abstract in your answers. Don't ramble on or get too wordy. In the back of your head, you're probably worried about half-baking your answers by not saying enough. But, between the preparation that you've done and the adrenaline that you're feeling, you're much more likely to say too much than too little. So, be sure to practice what you would say to the standard questions like "Why do you want to be a pharmacist" and "Tell us about yourself." Work on putting ideas into words and then hitting everything you want to say, and then work on shortening parts of your response while keeping the essential details.

Then, on interview day, try to dial down your stress level a notch because the interviewers want to be able to assess your personality and your ability to communicate. Take a few moments to pause and ponder each question. A moment of silence isn't going to kill you (if anything, it will make you seem more natural than reciting a preformed response). And, take a normal sized breath before you start talking so you don't speak too quickly. Sometimes, people start talking while short on breath and then it looks like they're choking on air, and that's weird. You don't want to look weird.

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ah sweet!

Also to others, this is a completely random and I guess somewhat inappropriate question but I'm turning 21 on that day, so I was wondering if there was any sort of good bar in that area! I want to celebrate with a drink or two since I'm going to get there by 8pm on the previous day.

Honestly, Kingsville is a pretty small place. You're not going to run into too much around here. If you would like a decent burger place where you can also get a beer or a few small drinks, you could try Big House Burgers. The address is 2209 S. Brahma Blvd and it's on the corner of a strip mall (behind this other place called Taiwanese Family Restaurant). The burger's are pretty good, and you could find some generic beer. It's also a pretty good place to catch a game on TV. The service can be pretty slow, though, and ultimately, it's more of a burger place than a drinking place.

There's also the Country Luau (people just call it the Luau though) on 115 University Blvd. That's more drinking-oriented, but it is not going to compare to the college town places that you might find at, say, Austin.

And, if you like chain restaurants, there's a Chili's restaurant off the highway on the south side of Kingsville. The address is 2727 South U.S. 77.

(Edit)
But, I agree with PharmB. If you want to get out and really do something, I would go to Corpus Christi or somewhere else.

--Garfield3d

You will definitely receive confirmation that you accepted the interview offer. I called the admissions office about a different question and they told me they received my email and would send a confirmation email back to me. Hope this helps!

I sent an email accepting the offer. And I got a reply of receipt of my acceptance. However the next day they still sent me a reminder to email an acceptance of the offer, but I already did. Should I reply back or ignore this email?

Thanks!

Also, I've been reading up about Texas A&M's interview. If anyone had interviewed at Tech, what do you think of Tech and A&M's interview process? In comparison?

I'm still praying for an invite. :cry:

You'll get one. No worries.

I'm still praying for an invite. :cry:


ME TOO:scared:

Anyone see my question ? :(

Anyone see my question ? :(

Well, I had my TX Tech interview last Friday and I can tell you that it is a long day. It started at 8am and lasted until 4pm. You have to complete a critical thinking test, a group dilemma, and an interview with two people at once (a student & a faculty member). Plus they give you a tour of the school, have an orientation about the school, and have a Q&A with current pharmacy students. It is a long day! At least they provide lunch for you though.

From reading the info for TX A&M's interview. It looks like it is a shorter day. Plus, they have a writing portion. Hope that helps!

Well, I had my TX Tech interview last Friday and I can tell you that it is a long day. It started at 8am and lasted until 4pm. You have to complete a critical thinking test, a group dilemma, and an interview with two people at once (a student & a faculty member). Plus they give you a tour of the school, have an orientation about the school, and have a Q&A with current pharmacy students. It is a long day! At least they provide lunch for you though.

From reading the info for TX A&M's interview. It looks like it is a shorter day. Plus, they have a writing portion. Hope that helps!


I didn't interview with Tech. I do know that A&M's process is more laid back and shorter. We had our interview, the writing portion and Q&A with current students (I'll be at a couple of those this semester! I'm excited to meet you guys!). I can't remember if they provided lunch...I know they did during pre-orientation and orientation... Anyone else remember?

I got an email confirming they received my email. Hope this helps!

All we had to do was reply to the e-mail and accept our interview offer right? Were we supposed to receive something else telling us that they received our e-mail? I don't want to show up and have them tell me that they didn't get my e-mail. That would really suck.

I didn't interview with Tech. I do know that A&M's process is more laid back and shorter. We had our interview, the writing portion and Q&A with current students (I'll be at a couple of those this semester! I'm excited to meet you guys!). I can't remember if they provided lunch...I know they did during pre-orientation and orientation... Anyone else remember?

Texas A&M's interview is much shorter than Texas Tech's. It lasts about 2 hours at most. You have 30 minutes for the essay, 30 minutes for the oral interview, and the rest is the student Q&A and dead-time.

They don't provide lunch since the process is not that long. They do provide stuff to drink, though.

--Garfield3d

I was so happy to get an interview for TAMHSC scheduled for the 17th but now I have a dilemma. I'm scheduled to take an exam (vertebrate physiology 2) the same day and my professor is unwilling to let me take the exam a day in advance out of fear of leaking answers. Would it look bad if I called the school to ask them if they could reschedule my interview? What should i do? :confused: :(

I got an email confirming they received my email. Hope this helps!

hey sky i sent an email accepting the offer and got a receipt email back from them. but the next day i still got a reminder that i have to send in an acceptance email. should i tell them again? or is the email jury sent out like that generally?

I was so happy to get an interview for TAMHSC scheduled for the 17th but now I have a dilemma. I'm scheduled to take an exam (vertebrate physiology 2) the same day and my professor is unwilling to let me take the exam a day in advance out of fear of leaking answers. Would it look bad if I called the school to ask them if they could reschedule my interview? What should i do? :confused: :(

im in the same boat as you. i called them and they said you have to email the ppl at A&M and let them know in writing and they'll get back to you. they also said the chances of rescheduling are quite slim...

Why don't you call them to confirm that they had your confirmation? It could be a general email sent out to everyone. Doesn't hurt to check.

@Velvet: I hope you get an invite soon!

hey sky i sent an email accepting the offer and got a receipt email back from them. but the next day i still got a reminder that i have to send in an acceptance email. should i tell them again? or is the email jury sent out like that generally?
I would call them or e-mail them again just to be safe.

I'm still praying for an invite. :cry:

Same here! I hope we both get one!

for those of you who are still waiting for invites (myself included), the main website says the office will be closed today and tomorrow. So im guessing the invites that would have been sent today or tomorrow will postponed till monday. nancy allen, the person that works there says they will open again on monday, unless the weather goes even worse.


here's the site:
http://www.tamhsc.edu/news/weather.html


btw, what if you have a above average GPA (3.65) but a way below PCAT (45 composite). how do they judge applicants, i know there are other factors out there like pharmacy experience/extracurricular but i feel like im in the no-consideration list for interview. any advice would be appreciated

good luck to those who are doing their interviews soon

I think someone previously posted the breakdown of how they rank you. I believe they rank your GPA, PCAT, recommendation letters, essays, and interview. I may be missing something. I think everything is 10 points minus the interview which is 25. Someone please correct me.

for those of you who are still waiting for invites (myself included), the main website says the office will be closed today and tomorrow. So im guessing the invites that would have been sent today or tomorrow will postponed till monday. nancy allen, the person that works there says they will open again on monday, unless the weather goes even worse.


here's the site:
http://www.tamhsc.edu/news/weather.html


btw, what if you have a above average GPA (3.65) but a way below PCAT (45 composite). how do they judge applicants, i know there are other factors out there like pharmacy experience/extracurricular but i feel like im in the no-consideration list for interview. any advice would be appreciated

good luck to those who are doing their interviews soon

Thanks for the info and yeah, I feel ya. I'm in the same boat (GPA= 3.6 PCAT=41...retook it in Jan but they aren't accepting that score).
Hopefully the weather will permit us to hear about something on Monday. Good luck to you and everyone still waiting!

yeah, I think Dr. Robertson came to speak at a lecture here at UT, and I believe he said there is some sort of point system, and ranks based on that.

for those of you who are still waiting for invites (myself included), the main website says the office will be closed today and tomorrow. So im guessing the invites that would have been sent today or tomorrow will postponed till monday. nancy allen, the person that works there says they will open again on monday, unless the weather goes even worse.


Ughhh! We have to wait until Monday. I wish I could just hibernate till that day.:sleep:

yeah, I think Dr. Robertson came to speak at a lecture here at UT, and I believe he said there is some sort of point system, and ranks based on that.

Yes, here is the point system for you guys, it has been posted on here before, so I am just copying and pasting:

15 points - PCAT
15 points - GPA
10 points - Recommendations (all 3 of them together)
10 points - Essay (done on the day of the interview)
25 points - Interview itself



Yes, we don't have classes tomorrow due to the weather conditions. Hang in there guys. I know at least some of you will get interviews! :thumbup:

Keep any questions you guys have coming, that's what we're here for! :)

Yes, here is the point system for you guys, it has been posted on here before, so I am just copying and pasting:

15 points - PCAT
15 points - GPA
10 points - Recommendations (all 3 of them together)
10 points - Essay (done on the day of the interview)
25 points - Interview itself



Yes, we don't have classes tomorrow due to the weather conditions. Hang in there guys. I know at least some of you will get interviews! :thumbup:

Keep any questions you guys have coming, that's what we're here for! :)

so im guessing a 45 PCAT gets me 1.5 points. lol

Thanks so much LSUCPhT for your insight and encouragement! :)
I hope y'all are ok in the weather down there. All the schools here in Houston are being cancelled as well. I was reading that UH interviews scheduled for tomorrow were cancelled (causing a ton of problems with people booking flights and hotels).
Stay warm and Be safe!!!!

Thanks so much LSUCPhT for your insight and encouragement! :)
I hope y'all are ok in the weather down there. All the schools here in Houston are being cancelled as well. I was reading that UH interviews scheduled for tomorrow were cancelled (causing a ton of problems with people booking flights and hotels).
Stay warm and Be safe!!!!


Not a problem!! I actually drove from Kingsville to Houston after classes today after we found out classes were canceled. My husband is living/ working in Houston, so it's nice to get to see him for a longer weekend and hopefully see some snow! :) I lived in Houston for a year before starting pharm school. :)

Not a problem!! I actually drove from Kingsville to Houston after classes today after we found out classes were canceled. My husband is living/ working in Houston, so it's nice to get to see him for a longer weekend and hopefully see some snow! :) I lived in Houston for a year before starting pharm school. :)

Too funny! My fiancee goes to school at TAMUK, which is why I'm really pushing to get in to the school down there. I'm glad you had a safe drive and will be able to spend some time together! I definitely know what that drive is like and how torturous it can be to be away from him for too long! Enjoy your weekend :)

Too funny! My fiancee goes to school at TAMUK, which is why I'm really pushing to get in to the school down there. I'm glad you had a safe drive and will be able to spend some time together! I definitely know what that drive is like and how torturous it can be to be away from him for too long! Enjoy your weekend :)

Haha, yea. We got married 2 weeks before I started pharm school. So, we haven't had more than a month total (Christmas break) together married. I just cherish the times I get to spend with him more. :) Good luck to you! You've got my vote! :) Have a great weekend too, stay warm!

I was so happy to get an interview for TAMHSC scheduled for the 17th but now I have a dilemma. I'm scheduled to take an exam (vertebrate physiology 2) the same day and my professor is unwilling to let me take the exam a day in advance out of fear of leaking answers. Would it look bad if I called the school to ask them if they could reschedule my interview? What should i do? :confused: :(

I was in the same boat as you (although it was University Physics) last year when I applied...

Wait, that was UT. What I ended up doing was accommodating both the interview and the exam. I got everything prepared on my car before the exam so that I could leave IMMEDIATELY after the exam finished.

If that timeframe is not possible for you, then yes, I think you should follow the procedure mentioned earlier to make it in writing. Make sure that you emphasize that you desire to come to interview, not that you're pushing interview aside for an undergraduate exam. Hopefully, they'll understand.

Another thing to consider is... is that exam necessary for you to get a decent grade? Another exam of mine was actually scheduled for the same time as my A&M interview, and again, the professor refused to change it. (What is up with undergraduate professors and thinking they can just impede their student's future anyway? I mean, mine went "I can't make an exception for you, whatever the circumstance, and that is final.") So in the end, I looked at the syllabus, the exam itself was worth 10% of my final grade, but I accumulated some extra credit on the previous exams anyway, so I deemed it appropriate for me to just skip on it.

Oddly, that was the one semester I got mostly A's... I only didn't for lab... but you know TAs.

I lived in Houston for a year before starting pharm school. :)

And that... would explain your fervent love for a non-Texan institution. Geez, and here I thought you were a traitorous Texan, lol.

So guys if we don't here anything from A&M by Feb 24 for an interview invite does that means we should be expecting to get a rejection letter, because that is the last interview date posted on there website?

Are there any interviews held in march or is a decision made by then.

(I know this question is to early to post because invites are still going out but I just don't feel to confident about my application)

So guys if we don't here anything from A&M by Feb 24 for an interview invite does that means we should be expecting to get a rejection letter, because that is the last interview date posted on there website?

Are there any interviews held in march or is a decision made by then.

(I know this question is to early to post because invites are still going out but I just don't feel to confident about my application)

Our school doesn't send out rejection letters to people who have interviewed. If you don't get an invite to interview before the last day of interviews, I'm not sure if they would or not, but I do know those are the last interview days, so there won't be any march dates.

Best of luck to you all, and remember:

Don't panic! :d

24th!!!!!!!! :D

Is anyone who is interviewing on the 17th driving down from the DFW area?

If anyone has been accepted to this school, please let me know so you can be added to the roll call for 2014/2015. Please post in the sticky thread or PM me your acceptances and the program you will be attending (if accepted to multiple schools).:)

If anyone has been accepted to this school, please let me know so you can be added to the roll call for 2014/2015. Please post in the sticky thread or PM me your acceptances and the program you will be attending (if accepted to multiple schools).:)

It's going to be at least a month before any one knows. But it's something to look forward to. ;)

for those of you that are pharm students at A&M, have you heard of anyone that have been able to changed their interview date?

It's going to be at least a month before any one knows. But it's something to look forward to. ;)


Lol I forgot this is Texas we're talking about.:rolleyes::laugh:

Still no invite for me :-(

^^ There's still hope. I remember someone saying on the forum that they were called for an interview later on. No worries.

^^ There's still hope. I remember someone saying on the forum that they were called for an interview later on. No worries.


That was me. :)

Oh lol...I knew it was someone.

That was me. :)

LSUCPhT, I appreciate your help!
Would you give us some idea about essay topics?
The interview process seems to be quite simple and short, but I don't want to be too surprised...or unprepared...

Is anyone interviewing this Thursday? Mine is at 9am, I think I have the very first interview...

LSUCPhT, I appreciate your help!
Would you give us some idea about essay topics?
The interview process seems to be quite simple and short, but I don't want to be too surprised...or unprepared...
Several posters above discussed the topics. It won't be anything in-depth, and nothing scientific. When we did it, we sat in a room in the back of the computer lab with little booklets and pencils for 30 minutes. Dr. Robertson just asks you to write clearly enough that they can read it. ;)

Honestly, you're not going to be given a difficult topic; they're just trying to assess your ability to communicate an idea in writing. Don't stress it. :)

I genuinely don't remember mine. :D

Several posters above discussed the topics. It won't be anything in-depth, and nothing scientific. When we did it, we sat in a room in the back of the computer lab with little booklets and pencils for 30 minutes. Dr. Robertson just asks you to write clearly enough that they can read it. ;)

Honestly, you're not going to be given a difficult topic; they're just trying to assess your ability to communicate an idea in writing. Don't stress it. :)

I genuinely don't remember mine. :D


Yea, we had to write ours in a blue book. I think talkingdonkey said that this year they will be typing the essays. I don't really remember exactly what mine said, but it was something to the nature of "why are you good for our school?" or "what makes you unique?" Something like that. Like pharmB said, nothing really scientific (unless they've changed it), but I wouldn't sweat the essay part.

Best of luck and safe travels to everyone! We look forward to meeting you guys this week!

Mine was "write about a current event"

read the newspaper the day of your interviews!

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also, i know of a few people who were called to interview the day before the actual interview. soooooooo.. pack your car, get your keys, and find a map cause they interviewing everybody out here

Do yall know anything about the weather there tomorrow or Thursday? Where I am at it is predicted that it is going to ice over.

Do yall know anything about the weather there tomorrow or Thursday? Where I am at it is predicted that it is going to ice over.


I has been very windy here today. Tomorrow more wind is predicted, cooler. Thursday even colder. High of 53 on Thursday. Dress pretty warm! :) Safe travels!

LSUCPhT, Pharm B,

Thank you for your answer.
I thought I read all postings but maybe I did not...
Last week, I was so excited....and I started sweating this week.



klar06,

Good luck with your intverview! :thumbup:

It may snow in DFW area tomorrow. Everyone, stay warm!

Traveling to Kingsville tomorrow. I'm very nervous. Yikes!

Traveling to Kingsville tomorrow. I'm very nervous. Yikes!

good luck on the interview. let us know how it goes

Traveling to Kingsville tomorrow. I'm very nervous. Yikes!

What time is your interview? Maybe I'll see you there!

Traveling to Kingsville tomorrow. I'm very nervous. Yikes!

:thumbup: Drive safe! Let me be the first to welcome you to K-ville! haha Best of luck!

If you guys post when you're interviewing, I'm pretty sure we could get a group together to go grab lunch, unless you plan on high-tailing it out of scenic Kingsville.

Who's up for lunch tomorrow (Thursday)?