Baylor! I am in... ! couldn't wait to start this thread!

Baylor! I am in... ! couldn't wait to start this thread!

Edit: Wahoooo!!!!!!!!!!!!

Is it really necessary to make a thread for each school? I think the TMDSAS thread is fine.

Really?.. Congrats on getting in. No doubt you worked hard for it.

Really?.. Congrats on getting in. No doubt you worked hard for it.

Sorry, I wasnt trying to come off as flaming. I just dont think we need to clutter SDN with a thread for every single school.

Sorry, I wasnt trying to come off as flaming. I just dont think we need to clutter SDN with a thread for every single school.

Hasn't been an issue here in previous years! :) It's easier this way so that classmates can have an area to ask school-specific questions, yeah?

Anyway! So excited! Baylor's my only acceptance so far and I've wanted to be a student there for a long time :) So happy to finally be posting in here! Good luck guys!

Baylor!! Got an e-mail at approx. 1:10AM Eastern Time!

BAYLOR

I still haven't gone back to sleep after reading the e-mail (read it multiple times to make sure I was reading it correctly).

Praise the Lord! :)

I was interviewed in August, on the first day scheduled for interviews--anyone else get accepted to Baylor who was interviewed on the same day? send me a message!

I'm in too! waited till 12:20 or so but went to sleep. Woke up just now and I don't know what to say, I wasn't expecting it, especially with my DAT scores

Baylor as well here :D Is this you guys first choice?

Alright then, count me in too! Maybe we should make a fb group too.

Yay!!!!! How exciting!!! Did you guys all interview in August?

Yay!!!!! How exciting!!! Did you guys all interview in August?

sept

Yay!!!!! How exciting!!! Did you guys all interview in August?

October

I still have'nt gotten an acceptance or a rejection email yet from Baylor. Anyone else in this boat?!?! :( Does anyone know when they send out the last email today?? I am SOOOO anxious! It's killing me!!! :eek:

I still have'nt gotten an acceptance or a rejection email yet from Baylor. Anyone else in this boat?!?! :( Does anyone know when they send out the last email today?? I am SOOOO anxious! It's killing me!!! :eek:

I haven't yet either, so you're not alone! I feel like we got skipped over, and it's already over :(

What's up new classmates!! `15 here we come!

Baylor Class of 2015 Facebook Page just started!

http://www.facebook.com/home.php?sk=group_136542723066437

Anybody get the letter today?

Apparently there's a $200 deposit now.

Anybody get the letter today?

Apparently there's a $200 deposit now.

when is the deadline for the deposit?

when is the deadline for the deposit?

The letter was read to me, but I believe January 4th.

Hey future classmates :):)

Hello Baylor2011, your name is very fitting :thumbup:

thanks Texangal, i got my letter today as well :D

Did anybody else receive an email from Dr Spears today?

I am still having a tough time choosing between Baylor and San Antonio. I know all of you have decided to go to Baylor. Can you share the reason why you decided to go to Baylor instead of SA since I guess most of you got acceptance from both schools. Also, if there is anyone with kids and family let me know as well.

Are you talking about the official letter?

Did anybody else receive an email from Dr Spears today?

nope, what was the email for?

I am still having a tough time choosing between Baylor and San Antonio. I know all of you have decided to go to Baylor. Can you share the reason why you decided to go to Baylor instead of SA since I guess most of you got acceptance from both schools. Also, if there is anyone with kids and family let me know as well.

I choose Baylor because it is pretty much the best school in the south. From all of the Dentits that I have worked with, I have found that the Baylor Dr's seem to run the most succseeful practices. They seem to have the practice side of Dentistry undercontrol, but also the business side taken care of as well. I feel that Baylor gives their students an amazing opportunity to network through the system and provide experience and knowledge that the students need so they can stand on their own 2 feet post-graduation. If you talk to many of the practicing dentists, many will tell you that they all wanted to go to Baylor but they got in to school X.

To me, Baylor is the clear choice without a doubt in my mind. Another point that I would like to make, is that the lab work they teach you to do will be an invaluabe tool that you will take with you throughout your career! Even though you may not be making every crown that you seat, it is nice to know that you have been trained to manuipulate poor lab work and the 'know how' to fix it in such a way that you can make it work.

Plus they gave me a scholarship :) GO BAYLOR!

I think it'd be easier if we made an actual fb page instead of just a group! are you guys okay with that instead?? =)

I think it'd be easier if we made an actual fb page instead of just a group! are you guys okay with that instead?? =)


I'm OK with it! Let me know if/when you get something going and invite me in! Ill PM you my e-mail address. Thanks!

Plus they gave me a scholarship :) GO BAYLOR!

How do you know they offered you a scholarship already?! Did you have to apply for it or what?

How do you know they offered you a scholarship already?! Did you have to apply for it or what?

They sent it to me with my official acceptance letter :)
I didn't apply for it...

I think it'd be easier if we made an actual fb page instead of just a group! are you guys okay with that instead?? =)

yep, let me know :D

k guys, here's the link!!

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Baylor-College-of-Dentistry-Class-of-2015/117313291668871

or you should be able to look it up if you type in Baylor College of Dentistry Class of 2015 =)

I'm not quite sure if I want to go to Baylor yet (oh decisions decisions lol) so let me know if you could help me with administrating!! =)

They sent it to me with my official acceptance letter
I didn't apply for it...

Ah ok...hopefully I'll get my letter today :xf:

anyone know great places for near-campus housing?

Even though we went through the financials during the interview process and the website has some information, is the overall tuition + supplies amount at about $72,000 for the 4 years? Just wanting to get someone else's confirmation in case they have any new information.

anyone know great places for near-campus housing?

The Marquis on Gaston, The Marquis at Texas Street, and Ambrose are all within walking distance. Marquis on Gaston seems to be the most popular.

The Village off of 75 and Northwest Hwy is a great place and a little cheaper but not within walking distance.

thanks! i will be looking at those places and i wouldn't mind driving to school as long as the place is within 5 miles. and there's also a transport system in dallas too isnt it? like a metro rail of some sort. anyways i am also interested in rooming so if anyone here wants a roommate (2-3 bedrooms), PM me!

thanks! i will be looking at those places and i wouldn't mind driving to school as long as the place is within 5 miles. and there's also a transport system in dallas too isnt it? like a metro rail of some sort. anyways i am also interested in rooming so if anyone here wants a roommate (2-3 bedrooms), PM me!

Yeah its called the DART (Dallas Area Rapid Transit).
Fares: http://www.dart.org/fares/fares.asp
Map: http://www.dart.org/maps/printrailmap.asp

My wife and i are looking at buying a modest home on the north end of the metroplex around carrollton or plano close to a DART rail line. Paying $40k in rent over the next 4.5 yrs didnt appeal to us.

Yeah its called the DART (Dallas Area Rapid Transit).
Fares: http://www.dart.org/fares/fares.asp
Map: http://www.dart.org/maps/printrailmap.asp

My wife and i are looking at buying a modest home on the north end of the metroplex around carrollton or plano close to a DART rail line. Paying $40k in rent over the next 4.5 yrs didnt appeal to us.

Instead you'll pay OVER 40k in interest, property taxes, and closing costs if you buy a home. Plus it's a hassle in terms of upkeep that you don't have a ton of time for and it poses a problem upon graduation. (Do I sell it or rent it? Do I take a hit on it? Do I really want to be a landlord? Do I force myself to find a job in the metroplex so that we can continue to live in it?)

I'm not saying its a bad idea but you have to look at it for what it is. And over the short term (4-5 years) its probably not a great financial investment unless the housing market booms.

Hello!
Both of my fiance and I are OOS and were were accepted to Baylor w/ in state tuition. We would really love to tour both the school and the area again. We are wondering if anyone would be interested in showing us the city. We'll take you to lunch(or dinner) & can drive :D. A dental student or just someone familiar with the area would be great.

Thanks! and Congratulations everyone :)

**After Finals!

For those who already sent their deposits in...did you just send in a 200$ check with your TMDSAS ID, acceptance letter, name, info and etc? or did you just send the check in by itself? Reason i'm asking is because on the acceptance letter it said to "formally accept the offer by sending in a letter of acceptance and a 200$ deposit check". Would that be the acceptance letter they mailed to us or do we actually have to write a letter saying that we accept the offer? just confuse about the situation and i'm studying for finals so my brain isn't really comprehending what things are needed to be done at the moment lol.

For those who already sent their deposits in...did you just send in a 200$ check with your TMDSAS ID, acceptance letter, name, info and etc? or did you just send the check in by itself? Reason i'm asking is because on the acceptance letter it said to "formally accept the offer by sending in a letter of acceptance and a 200$ deposit check". Would that be the acceptance letter they mailed to us or do we actually have to write a letter saying that we accept the offer? just confuse about the situation and i'm studying for finals so my brain isn't really comprehending what things are needed to be done at the moment lol.

Its all good, Pretty sure you need to just write a letter stating that you accept their offer. Also I would put your TMDSAS ID on it as well. You can also call Janet to make sure this is exactly what you need to do.

I've been accepted also to Baylor! The heat is off! I had my interview September 1st.

Send in a letter stating you accept the offer. Also send in you $200 deposit. I spoke to Janet yesterday and she told me they will be sending a packet in March asking you for your shot records, physical and all official transcripts.

when did you receive your acceptance?

when did you receive your acceptance?

His predents profile says he was accepted on December 1st :)

Did anybody else receive an email from Dr Spears today? I received a letter from him.

Bump!

Anyone accepted into Baylor this week?

Bump!

Anyone accepted into Baylor this week?

They haven't sent out the next round yet. I Believe.

Received a letter from the Dean a few weeks ago! After you send in your deposit and acceptance letter, he will reply back stating thank you for accepting Baylor! I'm really excited and can't wait to meet all of you who are choosing Baylor.

Can you tell me your stats, I'm applying this fall, and did you complete upper level science...

I'm in too! waited till 12:20 or so but went to sleep. Woke up just now and I don't know what to say, I wasn't expecting it, especially with my DAT scores

Could you tell me your stats b/c I'm applying this fall and I'm soooo nervous

Could you tell me your stats b/c I'm applying this fall and I'm soooo nervous

They were average 16-17. But my GPA Was high 3.8 overall and 3.9 science.
Plus I was in dental school back in my country and I did very good in the interview; got a scholarship from Baylor too.

I might be looking for a roomate

I'm glad that all of you have finally received acceptance to Baylor. Baylor is my number one choice and I am applying this year for Class of 2016'. Hope I get in! On a side note...

I have also applied to the SPEP-Collegiate program that Baylor offers every summer. Has anyone on this thread ever attended the SPEP program.. if so, could you please share your experiences (positive or negative)..
Did the program prepare you for the DAT?

How was the phone interview, what questions were asked?

What courses did you take in the SPEP?

How many of your mates in the program were accepted into Dental school after the program.

Any experiences are welcome, a quick overview of the program would also be appreciated!

Thanks in Advance!

bump :)

been looking at apartments for the past few weeks. right now i'm kind of interested in rooming with someone to live at the marquis on gaston. trying to save some money on rent so i was looking at the 1 bedroom/ 1 den (second bedroom pretty much). let me know if anyone is interested. just send me a message!!

Did any one go to the SPEP 2010 at Baylor if so can anyone tell me what it is like.
Thanks

Did any one go to the SPEP 2010 at Baylor if so can anyone tell me what it is like.
Thanks


I applied to the program for 2011 summer.. but havent heard back from Dr. Lacey yet. Did you apply for the program this summer also?

I have also applied to the program. I called last week and they told me that they will start making calls today...

I have also applied to the program. I called last week and they told me that they will start making calls today...

Yeah, Jamie called me today and told me that I've been selected for a phone interview on monday.. Hopefully all goes well.

I applied to the program for 2011 summer.. but havent heard back from Dr. Lacey yet. Did you apply for the program this summer also?
Yea applied for 2011 SPEP but didnt hear anything yet...really hoping I get in

Yea applied for 2011 SPEP but didnt hear anything yet...really hoping I get in


Are you a Texas resident? Underrepresented minority?

Are you a Texas resident? Underrepresented minority?

I'm an underrepresented minority but I'm not from tx....I wonder if they r done with invitations for phone interviews........what do u think.....

I have my interview monday at 1:40 wbu rodney...

I have my interview monday at 1:40 wbu rodney...


I have an interview at 11 am..Monday. Need to get this out the way.. looking forward to this summer if accepted! :)

I'm an underrepresented minority but I'm not from tx....I wonder if they r done with invitations for phone interviews........what do u think.....


Considering that your an out of state resident.. Im not sure if your chances of getting into the program decreases...but I spoke with Jamie and she informed me that they accept students all over the nation for the SPEP program.. but when applying to the dental school.. they are more selective in which out of staters they select.

You should call Mrs. Jamie V. and find out whether or not she is done scheduling interviews. Best of Luck.

I have an interview at 11 am..Monday. Need to get this out the way.. looking forward to this summer if accepted! :)

Yea that would be great if we are both acceptd.. Are you applying to dental school this year. Also have you been preparing for the DAT.. Ms. V told me to start so I can be ahead. And where are you from, I live 5 min away from baylor dental school

Yea that would be great if we are both acceptd.. Are you applying to dental school this year. Also have you been preparing for the DAT.. Ms. V told me to start so I can be ahead. And where are you from, I live 5 min away from baylor dental school


ill PM ya..

I received a call from Janet extending an offer for the Fall!!

Whoop!:thumbup:

Congrats!

Congrats! Join the facebook group

I received a call from Janet extending an offer for the Fall!!

Whoop!:thumbup:

congrats man.. Looks like the list is moving for baylor. Were you waitlisted before you were given the acceptance offer?

:thumbup:

what apartments are you all moving into?

Were you waitlisted before you were given the acceptance offer?

Yes. I was put on the alternate list Feb 22. They told me in the interview not to be disappointed because I wouldnt be in the first round of acceptances. At the time of the interview I had only been back in school for one year and half the Fall semester. And being a non-traditional student, I didnt even have all the pre-reqs by Dec 1st (I was in Biochem I that Fall). The were very honest with me and told me they wanted to see more of my grades. I had actually given up and thought it wouldnt happen this round.

This was posted on the facebook page but just in case if any of yall haven't joined yet....

one of our members posted about an in town housing program they have at certain apartment locations and I called marquis at texas street and it's a pretty sweet deal. They have a 2 bedroom/2 bathroom for 1055 a month on a 12 month lease if anyone is actually looking for a roommate. to me that's a good deal considering most of the price ranges for downtown apartments are anywhere from 1200+. It's also a nice location not too far away from Baylor as well (like a one minute drive)

hi, i got my interview for baylor the 19th. This is my first interview ever. Any advise? type of questions? help Thank!:scared:

Haha, might be time to deduce the who is who on this thread :p

Haha can you guess who I am Ji? ;)