POST THEM UP PEEPS! :soexcited::claps::lock::biglove:



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SO excited to get into Penn!

I'm in as well with Dean's, and will be accepting it.

How much is the Dean's scholarship for 4 years?

here's to hoping I get something tomorrow!

How much is the Dean's scholarship for 4 years?

Approximately 120K

here's to hoping I get something tomorrow!

It should come tomorrow.

Awesome... congrats!

Dean scholarship is apx. .5 of ur tuition

I got into Penn and received the Deans scholarship as well. If I didn't get that it would have been an easy decision to attend my state school but not it a tough call... I got a my package in Cali today fyi! Only have until the 16th to decide on the scholarship

I got into Penn and received the Deans scholarship as well. If I didn't get that it would have been an easy decision to attend my state school but not it a tough call... I got a my package in Cali today fyi! Only have until the 16th to decide on the scholarship

I knooo same here.... Such a hard decision to make :( ... This is killing me.. Wat to do wat to do

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bump

count me in : )

where are you mr. mailman

lol you shouldn't be so worried with your buffalo acceptance.

where are you mr. mailman

lol you shouldn't be so worried with your buffalo acceptance.

hehe, i know :o

It seems everybody who has received the Penn acceptance so far has gotten the Dean's Scholarship. I guess those must go out first?

It seems everybody who has received the Penn acceptance so far has gotten the Dean's Scholarship. I guess those must go out first?

yes 7, it seems that way! :xf:

I got in with the Dean's. I am in Utah and they second day aired the package so it was on my doorstep on Dec 1.

Just got the acceptance in the mail today! :soexcited:

i ran around the house for about 10 minutes....I'm still shaking!

Holy ****. I just got in. Holy **** this is awesome.

Holy ****. I just got in. Holy **** this is awesome.

Congratulations! :soexcited:

Congrats!!!

Holy ****. I just got in. Holy **** this is awesome.

knew it. congrats!!!

Acceptance letter in the mail today...

I absolutely cannot believe that I got in!!!! OH MY GOSH!!!! Wahhhh!!!! decisions decisions....

Congrats to everyone else :) :soexcited:

Do we have a facebook group yet?

Hey, all of you with Dean's scholarship, did you guys get it through UPS or First Class Mail? Seems like one person from Utah got it through air mail.. Hmm

Hey, all of you with Dean's scholarship, did you guys get it through UPS or First Class Mail? Seems like one person from Utah got it through air mail.. Hmm

GOt mine via ups

Someone make that fb group stat haha

Do we have a facebook group yet?

I got my letter from UPenn today! Wow! I didn't think I would get in. However, no scholarship attached... so I am going to decline it since I got into my state school too. However it's hard to say no to an Ivy league school :(

I got my letter from UPenn today! Wow! I didn't think I would get in. However, no scholarship attached... so I am going to decline it since I got into my state school too. However it's hard to say no to an Ivy league school :(

Hey 7 Iron, congrats on acceptance, too bad you are turning it down. Which service did they use to mail it to you? UPS or first class?

i'll clarify, they sent it to me 2nd day through UPS.

How many deans scholarship left? Do you mind share the status? Interview in two weeks but got in 3 schools already. Thanks

Got in, not going. Nothing about about it would make me choose it over Buffalo. Unless you got the dean's scholarship, it's not even close to worth the cost of tuition.

I'M IN!

i am also very torn between Penn and my state school - UIC. ahhhh such a tough decision! what would you guys do?? (ps. no dean's scholarship)

+ 1! I am so relieved now :)

How many deans scholarship left? Do you mind share the status? Interview in two weeks but got in 3 schools already. Thanks

It appears that Dean's recipients received their letters on Dec 1st, so the answer to your question would be none are left for now. If people turn down the offer, then the scholarship is passed on down to the next person.

On a sidenote...

Facebook group:
http://www.facebook.com/home.php?sk=group_112062752195901

Hey 7 Iron, congrats on acceptance, too bad you are turning it down. Which service did they use to mail it to you? UPS or first class?

It was the US postal service first class. Sent Nov 30.

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i have not gotten the schoalrship... but i got an acceptance packet today.. by usps priority.

How many students are awarded the dean's scholarship each year? What is the total class size?
Anyone know where I can find the specializing rates/placement for UPenn?
Thanks

someone make a fb page

http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/home.php?sk=group_112062752195901&ap=1

Accepted!!!! :D:D:D:D

How many students are awarded the dean's scholarship each year? What is the total class size?
Anyone know where I can find the specializing rates/placement for UPenn?

How many students are awarded the dean's scholarship each year? What is the total class size?
Anyone know where I can find the specializing rates/placement for UPenn?

I remember form last year's post that about 25 people receive Dean's scholarship

Just got my packet today.

Congratulations everyone.

I got my acceptance yesterday! I was/am so excited. How is everyone making decisions? I got accepted to Columbia, Maryland, Ohio State and Penn and have an Army scholarship, so finances are not an issue. I realize this is such an awesome position to be in, but I have no idea how I am going to choose.

whooo got the packer in the mail yesterday :D

Acceptance today!

got my packet dec 1 w/ a dean's scholarship as well, which actually makes UPenn cheaper than my state school (UCSF, UCLA).

anyone in the same boat deciding whether to stay home or go somewhere new?

got my packet dec 1 w/ a dean's scholarship as well, which actually makes UPenn cheaper than my state school (UCSF, UCLA).

anyone in the same boat deciding whether to stay home or go somewhere new?

im in the exact same boat....only my state school is not as reputable as UCSF and UCLA lol.... i have to decided between goin to upenn or UF.....i like 1.5 hours away from UF....i feel ur pain....im prolly gonna go to upenn this winter break to visit the school again...

got my packet dec 1 w/ a dean's scholarship as well, which actually makes UPenn cheaper than my state school (UCSF, UCLA).

anyone in the same boat deciding whether to stay home or go somewhere new?


hey dentdent12
i'm also from CA & having the problem deciding between penn w/deans vs. ucla...is it true that penn w/deans is cheaper than ucla? i haven't calculated the costs for each

I am in the same boat but my state school is Missouri. My state school is still cheaper and I liked it a lot when I visited but loved Penn more. It is $30K vs $60K a year. Will $120K extra in debt to go to Penn be worth it in the long run? Does it matter where you go to dental school as long as your are happy?

For those going to Penn, don't forget to join the FB group (http://www.facebook.com/home.php?sk=group_112062752195901).

I'm pretty sure I am, and will be sending in my deposit tomorrow! So exciting :)
That's what I liked to hear :thumbup:

Hey everyone,

I got into Penn and few days ago, and now am trying to narrow my list of schools down. Overall I was not all that impressed, the basement just seemed depressing, especially the classrooms, and the clinic looked like it was in a basketball court. Could everyone please cite some of your reasons for choosing Penn or what you liked best? I also I have heard that only the top 10 students in the class are ranked can anyone confirm or deny this?

Thanks in advance

got my packet dec 1 w/ a dean's scholarship as well, which actually makes UPenn cheaper than my state school (UCSF, UCLA).

anyone in the same boat deciding whether to stay home or go somewhere new?

I am in the same boat as you. I got accepted to UCSF, UCLA with Dean's and Regent's scholarship, and UPenn with Dean's scholarship.

I don't know where to go next year...

so why are you guys choosing upenn? what aspects sparked your interest?

ill be joining you guys next year!

upenn just seems like a very well-rounded program. except for the cost haha.

Anyone going to Penn for sure? I'm pretty sure I am, and will be sending in my deposit tomorrow! So exciting :)

Oh, and don't forget to join the FB group (http://www.facebook.com/home.php?sk=group_112062752195901)!

I will be attending as well! I'm going to send my deposit in once I am back home for winter break.

Penn was my first interview, and none of the other schools could quite compare. Here's a list of some of the things that made Penn stand out to me:
- the DentSim lab
- one exam per week
- location (I am from Philadelphia, and I like how the dental school is connected to the rest of the University)
- the group system with other D1s,D2s,D3s, &D4s with faculty advisers

What about the DentSim lab did you like exactly?

I will be attending as well! I'm going to send my deposit in once I am back home for winter break.

Penn was my first interview, and none of the other schools could quite compare. Here's a list of some of the things that made Penn stand out to me:
- the DentSim lab
- one exam per week
- location (I am from Philadelphia, and I like how the dental school is connected to the rest of the University)
- the group system with other D1s,D2s,D3s, &D4s with faculty advisers

What about the DentSim lab did you like exactly?

I liked how as first year students, we will be able to practice on typodonts and receive feedback directly from a computer. Some of the tour guides said they enjoyed the DentSim Lab because it offered "a light at the end of the tunnel". It's a good break from class after class when you can actually practice on a typodont and learn posture and how to use handpieces.

I have heard several times on the forums that UPenn does not rank their students outside the top 10. Can anyone confirm or deny this?

ya penn ranks top 10 only.

Hey Minoh, where did you hear that, on the interview?

I believe that there is a 1-10, however you are not told where you would rank within that. Otherwise you are 11.

I am in the same boat as you. I got accepted to UCSF, UCLA with Dean's and Regent's scholarship, and UPenn with Dean's scholarship.

I don't know where to go next year...

Congratulations! You're in a lucky position, but I don't envy the decision you'll have to make.

Noemi just mailed out the UCLA acceptance letters with scholarship awards today, by the way, so someone might be counting their chickens before they hatch here.

hey hahadino2771
how were you notified about the UCLA Dean/Regents Scholarship? Did Noemi tell you when she called you last week? or did you get it with your actual letter in the mail?

I am in the same boat as you. I got accepted to UCSF, UCLA with Dean's and Regent's scholarship, and UPenn with Dean's scholarship.

I don't know where to go next year...

Hey gigawatt

I got the same email saying that the UCLA letters were in the mail today, but that doesn't necessarily mean they all include scholarships right?
Are you notified that you got a scholarship via the phone call last week?
Or are scholarship notifications via the letter in the mail?

Congratulations! You're in a lucky position, but I don't envy the decision you'll have to make.

Noemi just mailed out the UCLA acceptance letters with scholarship awards today, by the way, so someone might be counting their chickens before they hatch here.

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Hey guys,
I am in tooo.. im a little nervous for the classes.. but cant wait to meet you guys..

yooo kch12.. i think i met you during the interview...omg... now i have a frind already.. im sooo excited!!!

yooo kch12.. i think i met you during the interview...omg... now i have a frind already.. im sooo excited!!!

Haha hey Suzanne, I remember you! I'm real excited too.

Got into Penn!!! Still waiting for Harvard though :)

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Congrats. Did you get a letter today? I'm still in limbo at Penn. Not waitlisted, but not accepted yet. Not quite sure what to do about it.

Yeah that's tough, but no news is still good news!

This is my only acceptance letter so far, which is so ironic considering that I haven't applied to any other school of nearly as high caliber with the exception of UNC and Harvard. More than likely I'll be attending!

Anybody in the Class of 2015 planning on getting a dual degree? I'm looking to see if there's a possibility of doing a dual with Wharton. Both Wharton and Penn Dental are rather vague about it... so if anyone knows anything or about it or are interested in getting a DMD/MBA please PM me!

so why are you guys choosing upenn? what aspects sparked your interest?
Choosing Penn for the following reasons:
1) Proximity to NYC - plenty of culture. I'm into performing arts (if I can afford them).
2) Networking as someone mentioned - good to know contacts outside of dental/healthcare, and doesn't hurt to have opps to be with world class faculty or great students
3) Dual degree possibilities - though my interest in getting an MBA as a dual degree is pretty much in limbo until both Dental and Wharton give me an approval to apply. I've always wanted to work in healthcare strategy consulting, so Penn is a good place to tap into its health management and business offerings. (PM me if anyone is also planning on this ridiculous DMD/MBA route!)
4) Great international coverage - likely that if my career goes international, the UPenn tag would mean I should never be short of a great job
5) Not teaching to the boards - I'm more interested in learning from the professors on their topics of expertise rather than just to study for an exam.

This is my only acceptance letter so far, which is so ironic considering that I haven't applied to any other school of nearly as high caliber with the exception of UNC and Harvard. More than likely I'll be attending!

Anybody in the Class of 2015 planning on getting a dual degree? I'm looking to see if there's a possibility of doing a dual with Wharton. Both Wharton and Penn Dental are rather vague about it... so if anyone knows anything or about it or are interested in getting a DMD/MBA please PM me!

Hey I wasn't aware that they had a relationship with Wharton...my understanding was that the Masters dual degrees they offered with the DMD program was not an MBA. I only heard Masters of Public Health...Masters of Community Oral Health...etc.

Hey I wasn't aware that they had a relationship with Wharton...my understanding was that the Masters dual degrees they offered with the DMD program was not an MBA. I only heard Masters of Public Health...Masters of Community Oral Health...etc.

I believe it's an unofficial dual degree program. They also said that students choosing that path usually spend an additional semester to finish everything up.

With that said, I am definitely considering it.

Hey guys,

Could someone please tell me the rough requirements for Dean's Scholarship?

I will be applying next year and my GPA is pretty good but just wondering about DAT. Are they looking for above 20's or 22's in each section? or it doesn't really matter if I even have a 19/18?

Also, I am a Canadian. Does that jeopardize my chances of getting the Dean's Scholarship?

Thanks!!

Congrats, ladies and gents, on getting into Penn! I really think you will enjoy it here. If you got the scholarship and are still debating....it really shouldn't be a question. I did not get the scholarship and still think it was worth it. PM if you have any questions.

Hey guys,

Could someone please tell me the rough requirements for Dean's Scholarship?

I will be applying next year and my GPA is pretty good but just wondering about DAT. Are they looking for above 20's or 22's in each section? or it doesn't really matter if I even have a 19/18?

Also, I am a Canadian. Does that jeopardize my chances of getting the Dean's Scholarship?

Thanks!!

I dont think they give the scholarship to canadians but im not 100 percent sure about that. GPA must be really good....i think 3.75 is the min but my class avg was 3.75! So, i would say you really need 3.85 and up but i could be wrong. While it is based on GPA, DAT should be high too....as there are plenty of applicants with high gpa and high dat in the applicant pool.

If it helps, I didn't get the scholarship and I have a 3.9 GPA and a 22 AA. Work on your ECs too. They look at the whole app for it.

If it helps, I didn't get the scholarship and I have a 3.9 GPA and a 22 AA. Work on your ECs too. They look at the whole app for it.

They definitely take a holistic view at your app. Work on everything, and have quality ECs that actually mean something to you in addition to great numbers.

In regard to MBA/DMD, someone asked about it on my interview day and I think Corky mentioned it was near impossible since they were both day programs. Definitely worth asking though. I am interested in the program as well so let us know!

I think much of it has to do with how well u do during the interview and again ur ECs....im in the same group as jon and may (23/24/24 >3.90)...again they look at alot more then just grades....personally i think ur interview has alot to do with it as well

Congrats you guys! Penn's an amazing school!

Yea I got Deans with a 3.5 gpa and 3.3 sgpa. Penn with both accepting students and rewarding scholarships definitely looks at the whole application. For me personally, I had a lot of diverse community service experiences and leadership roles.

In regard to MBA/DMD, someone asked about it on my interview day and I think Corky mentioned it was near impossible since they were both day programs. Definitely worth asking though. I am interested in the program as well so let us know!

Congrats on getting the scholarship with those stats....however, I would not get other people's hopes up with those stats. If what you are saying is true, then they were a little bit dishonest with us as they told us that you needed a 3.75 to be considered for the scholarship. I heard a rumor that your grades don't matter for the "academic scholarship" if you are a minority. I would be very surprised if you weren't a minority and got the dean's scholarship....let alone got accepted to Penn. I'm not trying to be mean but I do think it is a little unfair of them to call it an academic scholarship with a minimum gpa requirement and then give it to people who fall way short of the requirement. Many people have perfect stats and have plenty of leadership roles. Again, congrats on getting in and getting the scholarship, I am sure you will do just fine but please don't go around boasting those scores to your classmates as they will probably get very upset.

what are your chances for deans scholarship if you have a post december interview? do they give out all 25 to pre december interviews and pass along the declined invites to other applicants? how does it work exactly?
i interviewed on friday... so what are my chances haha

what are your chances for deans scholarship if you have a post december interview? do they give out all 25 to pre december interviews and pass along the declined invites to other applicants? how does it work exactly?
i interviewed on friday... so what are my chances haha

Same as anyone else who has not received one. You will be in the pool of applicants competing for the ones that get turned down on Dec 17th.

Congrats, ladies and gents, on getting into Penn! I really think you will enjoy it here. If you got the scholarship and are still debating....it really shouldn't be a question. I did not get the scholarship and still think it was worth it. PM if you have any questions.

I have a couple of questions, but would like to ask it here because I'm sure many others have the same questions as well:

*Could you please describe or tell us what Penn has given you that makes you love it so much? Do you think these experiences are things we cannot get elsewhere?
*What are some things that we can cut out of the proposed budget? Health insurance (which is about 2.8K if we go through Penn) and textbooks (budget estimates ~ 1.1K) are two things that comes to my mind.
*Our tour guide mentioned some pretty nice but relatively pricey housing options (Domus, The Hub, The Radian, Campus Apartments). Can you attest to any of these or recommend areas or specific apartments? In terms of the budget, is 15-16K for housing and food on target, or is it low/high?
*Loupes - shall we invest these in our first year? My dentist said if I'm getting loupes to go right in and get 3.5X expanded field telescopes.

I have a couple of questions, but would like to ask it here because I'm sure many others have the same questions as well:

*Could you please describe or tell us what Penn has given you that makes you love it so much? Do you think these experiences are things we cannot get elsewhere?
*What are some things that we can cut out of the proposed budget? Health insurance (which is about 2.8K if we go through Penn) and textbooks (budget estimates ~ 1.1K) are two things that comes to my mind.
*Our tour guide mentioned some pretty nice but relatively pricey housing options (Domus, The Hub, The Radian, Campus Apartments). Can you attest to any of these or recommend areas or specific apartments? In terms of the budget, is 15-16K for housing and food on target, or is it low/high?
*Loupes - shall we invest these in our first year? My dentist said if I'm getting loupes to go right in and get 3.5X expanded field telescopes.

Hey there, its not that i loved it so much, i just think i had a much better experience here than i would have had elsewhere. Number one, the support from the staff is tremendous. If you are having a rough time in dental school i think penn is the place to be. There is help all along the way. Number two, our schedule is designed so it wouldnt overload us. First two years you have 1 test a week and it is spread out. This is really nice as you have a crazy amount of tests but its not all piled up. Number three, i know many people at other schools. Some schools have good clinic, some good didactics. It is rare to find a school that is perfect. All, I can say is that at penn you get very good clinical and didactics. If you want only didactics go to harvard or columbia and join their med school for the first 2 yrs. Columbia does a fraction of what we do clinically (if you want to know details i can tell ya later) and harvard does a fraction of what columbia does. If you want great clinical then go to temple. I think we have a solid mix of both. So i guess it depends what you are looking for in a dental school. Penn is very expensive but if you want well rounded, good support and a school that for the most part cares about its students then choose penn.

The budget...it sucks, i know. Tuition and fees is like 65 or 70 grand i think. That you have to pay. In terms of living you can have roomates, you can be a dorm councilor (i did that for a year and saved 10 grand). Books....you dont need them for the most part. They are nice to have but I only bought them for the big courses like anatomy and path. Even then, I rarely used them. But it depends how you like to study. Insurance....i am on a family plan. In all, you will spend a lot of money on school...there are little hidden fees here and there so just take out a lot of money.

Living....campus apartments is cheaper than the others you mentioned. I have a studio from them for about 775 a month. So if you have something like that and spend 2 to 3 grand on food then i would say about 12 to 13 grand.

You need loupes. They pretty much are a must. They change around pre clinic a lot but if you guys still start pre clinic and preps first year (pretty sure you do) i would get a pair. The sooner u get used to working with them the better. 3.5 is a little overkill. If you know you will be an endodontist than maybe not but for the rest of us it is too much and actually kind of annoying bec you are so zoomed in. Get the 2 or 2.5 i think is what it comes in.

Hope I helped, if you have any questions just pm me. I have a lot of close friends in other schools in this region so i think i can compare and I will try not to be biased. Again, good luck. It is very exciting to start dental school (although this wears off quickly). Wish I could say i am jealous of you guys..but im not, haha! Jk.....enjoy the ride!

Hey guys,

Also, I am a Canadian. Does that jeopardize my chances of getting the Dean's Scholarship?

Thanks!!

The Dean's scholarship most definitely applies to Canadians. On my interview, Sue looked at me (the only Canadian in the room) directly in the eye and said, Canadians are eligible for the Dean's scholarship. Question solved.

Thanks for providing stats and expanding on the criteria needed for the Dean's. Very helpful!

Same as anyone else who has not received one. You will be in the pool of applicants competing for the ones that get turned down on Dec 17th.

so applicants who interviewed before december 1 have a better chance at receiving the deans scholarship than those students who interview after december 1? all accepted applicants who interviewed before december 1 have the opportunity for deans scholarship before it reaches any of the post december 1 interview applicants? how does it work exactly?

Hey all, after some thinking I decided that I'm going to The Ohio State University for dental school and giving up both my acceptance and Dean's Scholar at UPenn. Although it was hard to walk away from that money, I think I'm choosing the school where I will thrive. I hope one of you outstanding students who really want it can take advantage of that scholarship. Good luck to everyone!
PS - mailing in my form on Wednesday to decline, so it should get to Philly by Friday.

What is the maximum amount you could receive from the Penn Dental Medicine Grant?

so applicants who interviewed before december 1 have a better chance at receiving the deans scholarship than those students who interview after december 1? all accepted applicants who interviewed before december 1 have the opportunity for deans scholarship before it reaches any of the post december 1 interview applicants? how does it work exactly?

I guess you could say that. I'm not sure what is really unclear. They draw out of the pool of interviewees the people who they deem best fit for it.

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Anyone been accepted post December 1st? Someone said Penn is sending out acceptances every week. Can anyone confirm this?

Yes. I got accepted yesterday Dec. 16 but the materials are dated Dec. 14. I interviewed on Dec. 3.

What is the maximum amount you could receive from the Penn Dental Medicine Grant?

$5,000 was the max last year. Given based on extreme financial need, and I do believe parental info is required for consideration of this grant.

Hey everyone,

I have an interview at Penn next month and was just wondering how it went? I have all of the information from the admissions office and glanced over the feedback section. Were both interviews open file? Some people said one was closed file, and the other is open. Are both interviewers faculty or dentists? Did anyone get grilled?

jUST GOT IN!!! :) WOOO

ok guys heres the fb group if you are attending


http://www.facebook.com/home.php?sk=group_112062752195901&notif_t=group_activity

on a diff note... does anyone have more info about the Penn Dental Med grant?

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Hi Everyone,
I am having an interview on Jan. 28th. would you please give me some information about the interview? I want to know if you have any tips. Where there any things that you did not like about the school or things that threw you off during the interview? Is there any special thing/things they like/do not like to hear? what questions did they ask?

You have one closed file, and one open file interview. Since each person gets a different set of interviewers, I can't really comment on the particulars of the interviews. As with all schools, make sure you do your research and ask questions specific to that school.

Hi Everyone,
I am having an interview on Jan. 28th. would you please give me some information about the interview? I want to know if you have any tips. Where there any things that you did not like about the school or things that threw you off during the interview? Is there any special thing/things they like/do not like to hear? what questions did they ask?


Just be yourself. Telling them "what they want to hear" will make you come off as being fake.

Hey everyone,

I have an interview at Penn next month and was just wondering how it went? I have all of the information from the admissions office and glanced over the feedback section. Were both interviews open file? Some people said one was closed file, and the other is open. Are both interviewers faculty or dentists? Did anyone get grilled?

Hi Everyone,
I am having an interview on Jan. 28th. would you please give me some information about the interview? I want to know if you have any tips. Where there any things that you did not like about the school or things that threw you off during the interview? Is there any special thing/things they like/do not like to hear? what questions did they ask?

May I ask you guys when you received your interview invites?

I'm sending in my deposit after christmas :D GO PENN!

Any thoughts? Is it preferable to live near by, or is commuting okay?

Also, what do you guys think about being a Graduate Assistant in one of the residences/dorms?

Current students, please enlighten me. :)

I interviewed at UPenn on December 10, and we were told we would receive a response before the Holidays. Christmas has passed, and I have not yet heard anything from UPenn yet. Why is that? Anyone else?
Thanks

I interviewed at UPenn on December 10, and we were told we would receive a response before the Holidays. Christmas has passed, and I have not yet heard anything from UPenn yet. Why is that? Anyone else?
Thanks


Probably waitlist would be my guess. Or slow mail due to the holidays.

Probably waitlist would be my guess. Or slow mail due to the holidays.
You should call Corky. She said she'll be in the office again on January 3.

You should call Corky. She said she'll be in the office again on January 3.

Oh, I got an acceptance already; that's just my hypothesis for the posters situation. But yeah, I would second this.

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Does Penn even have an "official" waitlist? I interviewed in November and haven't heard yet either. But after calling Corky, I am not on the waitlist either.

I'm not sure exactly. I think when I met with her after my interview, it sounds like they do have a line of people, but not sure if it's really an official waitlist.

Just got my acceptance letter!!! YEAH!!!!! :soexcited:

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Congrats! When did you interview?

I interviewed on the 9th. Letter was dated the 17th and mailed the 21st. I didn't receive it until today though because my landlord picked up my mail and only gave it to me today.

I got accepted on Dec. 1st but no Dean's Scholarship. Now I feel left out...
Deciding between Penn and Case Western any thoughts?

I got accepted on Dec. 1st but no Dean's Scholarship. Now I feel left out...
Deciding between Penn and Case Western any thoughts?

Aren't their tuition almost the same?

you guys are so lucky. im a predent right now gunning for penn dental in the future. congrats

Aren't their tuition almost the same?

I think Case is slightly cheaper but not by much. I'm actually wondering if it's worth it for me to go to my Case interview or if I should cancel. I've already deposited at Penn.

Just wondering, what kind of research opps are you guys interested in? Since Penn has lots of NIH funding it would be a shame to not take advantage of it...

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Hey, just wondering when your guys first and second deposits were due for Penn. Any info would be appreciated as I'm still waiting to hear. Thanks.

First deposit ($500) is due ~30 days after the acceptance letter is mailed (it'll specify the actual deadline in the letter -- mine was more than 30 days probably due to the holidays). Second deposit ($500) is due April 1st.

Anyone know if Penn requires us to collect teeth? I haven't seen any mention of it in any of the acceptance materials. I'm not sure if I just missed it or if it's not required (at least not yet).

Who is definitely going? Did anyone decide not to put down the deposit?

Has anyone heard anything recently? Any acceptances? Withdrawing?

I didn't put a deposit down.

Has anyone who interviewed in January heard from Penn yet?

Bump. Anyone else?

Do you get your own chair at UPenn?
How does the chair situation work exactly?

Do you get your own chair at UPenn?
How does the chair situation work exactly?

At my interview they said you have to share, and its assigned automatically

Has anyone who interviewed in January heard from Penn yet?

I had the interview on the 14th, and recieved the acceptance packet early last week. You can call Corky too.

For both 3rd and 4th years?
How many to a chair?

For both 3rd and 4th years?
How many to a chair?

I don't know exactly but I think the chair numbers are limited, they mentioned that its assigned automatically. Since its in the clinic Im guessing its shared between 3rd and 4th years.

I had the interview on the 14th, and recieved the acceptance packet early last week. You can call Corky too.

Congrats, Thats good to know! Are you going to attend?

OMG...I just got the call from Corky...I'M IN!!! I've never been happier, I have been losing sleep about this since my interview!!!! :laugh: :o

OMG...I just got the call from Corky...I'M IN!!! I've never been happier, I have been losing sleep about this since my interview!!!! :laugh: :o

Congrats when did you interview?

OMG...I just got the call from Corky...I'M IN!!! I've never been happier, I have been losing sleep about this since my interview!!!! :laugh: :o

Congrats...I interviewed on the 21st...haven't heard back yet...going crazy waiting.. :(

I also got accepted and put down my deposit. I was accepted in December right before the holidays and I interview I think around the 18th of December? Great school! I was disappointed I didn't get Deans though. I wonder if there are any of those floating around still.

For those of you for sure going to Penn, have you heard of good off campus areas to look for an apartment? I don't know about you guys but I feel at a loss when it comes to moving across the country to a city I've only been to once for a day.

Congrats, Thats good to know! Are you going to attend?

im still deciding. i have time until the 15th..

Congrats...I interviewed on the 21st...haven't heard back yet...going crazy waiting.. :(
I got accepted!!!:soexcited: Interview: Jan 20th, so yours should be coming soon! GL!

Just got the letter of acceptance in the mail! Interviewed on 1/20. So excited!!

I got accepted!!!:soexcited: Interview: Jan 20th, so yours should be coming soon! GL!


Congrats! When was the letter dated? I'm hoping to get some news too

Congrats! When was the letter dated? I'm hoping to get some news too

Feb 1st. Good luck!

Congrats...I interviewed on the 21st...haven't heard back yet...going crazy waiting.. :(

oh wow! were you at my interview then?! I also interviewed on that day :)

oh wow! were you at my interview then?! I also interviewed on that day :)

oooppsss...wrong date..I interviewed on Thursday the 20th...I'm in though (YYEEAAAHHHHHHH!!!!!). Got the letter yesterday...:D

hey I interviewed on 01/20 toooo! just got my acceptance as well!! so hard ot decide between Nova and UPENN???! But i think UPENN it is!!!!!!!!!!!!!:p

hey I interviewed on 01/20 toooo! just got my acceptance as well!! so hard ot decide between Nova and UPENN???! But i think UPENN it is!!!!!!!!!!!!!:p

I remember you at my interview manuela! congrats! we both got in woot (I was the guy to your right from NY).

oooofh. Congratulations everyone! I had my interview on the 21st and haven't heard yet. I'm keeping my fingers crossed tho.

aww lol I am glad u got in too!!!!!! I didnt expect to get in quite honestly! :idea: but I am sooo happy!! I think I will def attend!! what about u?? did u hear from buffalo yet?? :xf:

oooofh. Congratulations everyone! I had my interview on the 21st and haven't heard yet. I'm keeping my fingers crossed tho.

Same here. Looks like we didn't make the first cut. Anyone here who interviewed on 21st heard back from Corky?

Hey guys
I interviewed on Jan 20th and desperately waiting as well.
It seems like everyone who get accepted are getting the acceptance letter about 1.5~2 weeks after their interviews....
I called Corky twice and e-mailed her like 3 times and now she's not responding. I'm sure she got annoyed at me...:(

I'm an international applicant so I don't really know what american people think about UPenn dental school..

For me, the cost is not a problem, wherever i go, I have to get ~400k for my dental school education.

Do a lot of Americans choose UPenn over their state school?? [I wouldn't if it's 200k cheaper, but I have no choice, so I would rather go to an Ivy league school]

Do you guys know if it's possible to get accepted about a month later after the interview? [for post-December]
Because according to predents.com, there are only a few cases where people get accepted about a month later after their post-dec interviews...

Same here. Looks like we didn't make the first cut. Anyone here who interviewed on 21st heard back from Corky?

I interviewed on 1/21. I got my acceptance letter yesterday. I got the dean's scholarship too, so maybe they sent my letter a little early (it was FedExed).

I interviewed on 1/21. I got my acceptance letter yesterday. I got the dean's scholarship too, so maybe they sent my letter a little early (it was FedExed).

When are you going to turn them down?

Same here. Looks like we didn't make the first cut. Anyone here who interviewed on 21st heard back from Corky?


Still waiting...

I interviewed on 1/21. I got my acceptance letter yesterday. I got the dean's scholarship too, so maybe they sent my letter a little early (it was FedExed).

Congrats. Will you accept or stay in Cali?

When are you going to turn them down?

Haha

I think i will be turning down my seat. gl to those of you still waiting

Got my acceptance packet today! Letter dated Feb 7; interviewed Jan 28. :)

do they notify by snail mail, fedex, or ups?

aww lol I am glad u got in too!!!!!! I didnt expect to get in quite honestly! :idea: but I am sooo happy!! I think I will def attend!! what about u?? did u hear from buffalo yet?? :xf:

yes! :highfive:.

I am still waiting on a couple of schools before I make my final decision...but otherwise, most likely! Ya....I'm pretty sure buffalo rejected me.

Interviewed on Jan 28th. Got my packet yesterday, Feb 9th. I'm in:thumbup:.
Got the Dean's Scholarship too...:)

does anyone know if all interviewees from the same day get their decisions from the same adcoms/meeting?

so for example, if someone interviewed on the 20th and heard back already, and someone else didnt hear back. Does that mean he/she is on the waitlist?

does anyone know if all interviewees from the same day get their decisions from the same adcoms/meeting?

so for example, if someone interviewed on the 20th and heard back already, and someone else didnt hear back. Does that mean he/she is on the waitlist?


I'm was wondering the same thing, and I hope not. :confused:

yea me too, cant really do anything about it other than wait though. hate this feeling lol

yea me too, cant really do anything about it other than wait though. hate this feeling lol


Yeah, I know how you feel lol. Have you tried to contact them at all?

no should I? I mean I don't want to annoy Corky lol

If possible, can people post the date of their interviews along with the date on their acceptance packets?

EDIT: also, do they FEDEX all the acceptance packets? or only those with Dean's?

any advice you would give a penn undergrad really interested in applying to penn dental?

I'm was wondering the same thing, and I hope not. :confused:


I hope not too :(. I think that I interviewed the same day as you DrDDSman, Jan 21st? A few of the people from our interview day have already gotten in.

Any news today?

Got accepted today!!! I interviewed on Feb 4th and after calling Corky today on the phone she told me my acceptance packet was mailed yesterday, so it will arrive within the next couple days or so.

NOTE: After talking to her at my interview, she told me to call her today (15th) because I had told her that I needed to put down a deposit at Maryland by tomorrow (16th) and it would be tremedously helpful to know where I stood beforehand. I have been going back and forth all day between Maryland and Penn and I think I am going with Penn. Tough choice though........

Congratz to those already got accepted :D I applied in late September and just scheduled an interview next thursday (2/24). And I was wondering if you can give me some tips. :)

1. Do they ask any difficult questions?
2. Is it an open/closed file?
3. What score do you need to get Dean's scholarship?
4. How many interviewers do you have?

I like to thank you all in advance and hope to see you all in this coming August. :)

Congratz to those already got accepted :D I applied in late September and just scheduled an interview next thursday (2/24). And I was wondering if you can give me some tips. :)

1. Do they ask any difficult questions?
2. Is it an open/closed file?
3. What score do you need to get Dean's scholarship?
4. How many interviewers do you have?

I like to thank you all in advance and hope to see you all in this coming August. :)

Hey Joseph,

I read that you are at the NIH and applied later in the cycle. I too am at the NIH and applied late in the cycle. What institute do you work for? I am at NICHD (Child and Human Development) in a Genetics and Development Lab. Send me a personal message and you can call me with any questions about the Penn interview/experience, other schools, ect.

Hey Joseph,

I read that you are at the NIH and applied later in the cycle. I too am at the NIH and applied late in the cycle. What institute do you work for? I am at NICHD (Child and Human Development) in a Genetics and Development Lab. Send me a personal message and you can call me with any questions about the Penn interview/experience, other schools, ect.

Hi there,

Good to meet someone from NIH :D I am now at NHLBI (bldg10, but I also used to work at NICHD at bldg6). I sent you a message regarding some questions!!

Thanks!

Just gave up my seat and a Deans Scholarship at Penn. Good luck to everyone!!!

Congratz to those already got accepted :D I applied in late September and just scheduled an interview next thursday (2/24). And I was wondering if you can give me some tips. :)

1. Do they ask any difficult questions?
2. Is it an open/closed file?
3. What score do you need to get Dean's scholarship?
4. How many interviewers do you have?

I like to thank you all in advance and hope to see you all in this coming August. :)

to shine some light:
1. Nope, at least not for me. Really conversational, just be yourself; they are just trying to get to know you as a person
2. one open, one closed, one brief talk with Corky
3. not sure about this
4. 2 official interviewers, and one talk with Corky (I am pretty sure she plays a part in the admission process too)

zellyen, any news yet?

Just gave up my seat and a Deans Scholarship at Penn. Good luck to everyone!!!

Ditto. Where you heading to instead?

zellyen, any news yet?

actually, i am currently away from home b/c of an interview @ USC, but my parents did tell me that a packet from PENN arrived today... I am assuming that its an acceptance packet :)

Thats awesome! Congrats, I'm still waiting for a decision from them. Will you be accepting?

actually, i am currently away from home b/c of an interview @ USC, but my parents did tell me that a packet from PENN arrived today... I am assuming that its an acceptance packet :)

Hey were you there today? I was and was wondering what your thoughts were about it. I do not have many positive things to say......

Hey were you there today? I was and was wondering what your thoughts were about it. I do not have many positive things to say......


KillaCam, Is Penn your top choice school?

KillaCam, Is Penn your top choice school?

It's one of my top choices.......I just got back to my hotel from my UCLA interview and I will go there, no questions asked if accepted. I had high expectations and they were easily met and mostly exceeded. Now I will find out within the next 2 weeks. But I will for sure be going to Penn if UCLA doesn't work out

DrDDSman: most likely accepting

KillaCam: were you there? I mean, PBL was more enjoyable then expected. But the interview was somewhat disorganized imo.

DrDDSman: most likely accepting

KillaCam: were you there? I mean, PBL was more enjoyable then expected. But the interview was somewhat disorganized imo.

Yeah I was there. I was the guy from Idaho and was in all black

I agree that it felt very disorganized. As for the short PBL session, I get the feeling that although it was fun just listing ideas and such, the real thing would be much more annoying. I feel that I would get frustrated by all the time (they said 8 hours!!!) spent with this when I could get a lot more out of 8 hours, imo of course. Not impressed and way too expensive

Now I went to UCLA yesterday for an interview and all I have to say is WOW! What a difference! So much better for me

Its been quiet on this thread. Any news from anyone? Acceptances? Waitlist? Deposit? Withdrawing?

i got my acceptance packet on saturday.

i got my acceptance packet on saturday.

Congrats. I got mine on Saturday and it took 6 days to get from Philly to Idaho. But I already knew I was accepted earlier so I guess I wasn't really anxiously waiting

On a separate note, for any of you guys who watch the Bachelor, one of the girls goes to UPenn dental.

http://topreasonstolovethebachelor.blogspot.com/2011/01/bachelors-ashley-h-goes-haywire-begs.html

May I ask when you guys interviewed (the ones that just got the acceptance pack)?

May I ask when you guys interviewed (the ones that just got the acceptance pack)?

Feb 4th

Cool. Has anyone that interviewed two weeks ago (week of Feb 7-11) heard back yet?

Hi guys,
I am wondering if anyone knows whether at penn the lectures are being recorded or not. I know some schools do, but I am not sure about penn.

Thanks!

Hi guys,
I am wondering if anyone knows whether at penn the lectures are being recorded or not. I know some schools do, but I am not sure about penn.

Thanks!

If I remember correctly during my interview the student tour guide I had stated that some lectures are beginning to be recorded on video. but a process to have all of them recorded is not in place. I believe this is what was said.

Does anyone know if they will tell you a decision (other than still in consideration) over the phone if you are not pressed to put a deposit anywhere?

Does anyone know if they will tell you a decision (other than still in consideration) over the phone if you are not pressed to put a deposit anywhere?

Bump. Anyone?

anyone?

Feb 4th
Hey~ I think we interviewed on the same day , I got accepted too~ I got in Case and Upenn, still thinking... how about you?

Hey~ I think we interviewed on the same day , I got accepted too~ I got in Case and Upenn, still thinking... how about you?

Yeah I'll be going if I don't get in to UCLA. I find out this week so Ill keep ya posted. By the way, I think that I sat next to you.....I was the one who was 15-20 minutes late!

Hey everyone, got my acceptance earlier in the month and decided to take the seat! anyone else do their interview on dec 3rd? dont know why they took so long to send my packet.

I found out I was waitlisted yesterday. Anyone else have info on this?

I found out I was waitlisted yesterday. Anyone else have info on this?

Sorry, don't have nothn. By the way, when did you interview / how did you find out you were waitlisted?

1/20. I called, but there is also mail coming. Anyone know how early or fast the waitlist can move?

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You interviewed on the 20th of January and JUST found out?? And even yet by calling? Snail mail really takes that long huh...

But I thought they said at the interview their turn around time for decisions was going to be about 2- 2 1/2 weeks.

If you don't mind sharing how you asked or what exactly you said when you called?

Persian: When did you interview? I interviewed about 2.5 weeks ago and still haven't heard anything.

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I interviewed on Feb 18th, what about you, JDent

Actually its now been three weeks. I interviewed on Feb 10th.

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damn... and i thought i was going to hear back THIS week, hah... smh :lame:

Haha. Well hopefully you will. I actually had a deposit deadline some time ago, and notified them, but for one reason or another they were unable to get back to me before the date. Now I'm sort of waiting on the edge of my seat, although as more and more time goes by I feel like my chances of acceptance are getting slimmer and slimmer.

Well I got my top choice UCLA acceptance yesterday so I will not be putting down my deposit for Penn, which is due the 4th. This will certainly open up a seat for one or at least increase everyones chances. I loved it there and they were a close second behind UCLA to me. Good luck all!!!

Well I got my top choice UCLA acceptance yesterday so I will not be putting down my deposit for Penn, which is due the 4th. This will certainly open up a seat for one or at least increase everyones chances. I loved it there and they were a close second behind UCLA to me. Good luck all!!!

Thanks for the update! Best of luck at UCLA.

My guess is that if you aren't accepted about 2 weeks after your interview you've been looked over and will ultimately end up on the waitlist. Well, that was my case anyway. I think someone who posted on here got in 2 months after. Does anyone know if Penn is/has sent rejections to people that have interviewed? That info isn't on pre-dents

I was wondering if the interviews at Penn were done. Does anybody know? Thanks.

I was wondering if the interviews at Penn were done. Does anybody know? Thanks.

About one month ago Ms. Cacas said interviews would probably go until late Feb. / early March. So I would guess they are, but don't know 100%.

BTW...just got an acceptance! I interviewed there just about 1 month ago. So, contrary to what others may say, if you still haven't heard back from an interview a while ago, there definitely is still a chance.

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Congrats JDent! I had my interview 8 days after you so hopefully I hear back later this week or next week. Can you tell me how you found out? Mail? USPS?

Thanks a lot. I wish you the best. I found out by UPS...although I'm from Canada so I don't know if that makes a difference. I heard of others that found out by regular mail or phone...so it's not exactly consistent.

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Just got wait listed at Penn yesterday as well. Wait listed at all three schools I applied to at this point. Not looking too good for me...

I'm waitlisted at Penn too. Hoping for the best. When are the final deposits due for Penn? I'm assuming that's when the waitlist will move the most.

april1st

Does anyone have good housing info around the dental building? T^T I've been looking up some housings and dorms...but nothing seems to catch my attention...

I was just accepted today! I'm so excited! I interviewed back on 12/10 and hadn't heard anything since this morning. See you all in the fall!

I gave up my seat the other day.

Good luck to everyone on the waitlist! :thumbup:

Hi guys,
I am trying to decide between grad plus and private institutional loans. Does anyone know which one is better or does anyone have any preference? I know that the interest rate of the grad plus is really high (7.9%); I may be able to find another loan with a lower interest rate, but I am not that confident about choosing the right one. Any suggestion?

Soon to be 4th Year Penn Vet student looking for roommate to share my 2 bedroom/2 bath condo in University City. Gated courtyard/security cameras/hardwood floors/washer and dryer/carpeted bedrooms. Most tenants in building are dental and vet students-it's a great location for Penn. Can see picts @www.4300spruce.com I have a cat and am currently fostering a dog. PM if interested.

Soon to be 4th Year Penn Vet student looking for roommate to share my 2 bedroom/2 bath condo in University City. Gated courtyard/security cameras/hardwood floors/washer and dryer/carpeted bedrooms. Most tenants in building are dental and vet students-it's a great location for Penn. Can see picts @www.4300spruce.com I have a cat and am currently fostering a dog. PM if interested.

Where can I find the list for the units available for rent?

Your's is sharing..Im more interested in renting 1 or 2 br condo.

Hi, I'm a prospective dental student and I was wondering if you guys could give me some advice as to what dental schools look for besides high gpa/dat.

I assume they want you to shadow a dentist for at least a year, but what else in terms of extracurriculars?

Do they want dental research or will any type of medically related research suffice? (I've found it extremely difficult to find a research position in dentistry at my university). Do they also want dental volunteering?

I have a 3.8 gpa from a top 20 school in biochemistry with lots of ecs (cultural, community service, etc.) but since I've decided recently to go into dentistry I want to make sure I have the complete package.

Also, which companies do you recommend for studying for the DAT?

Hi, I'm a prospective dental student and I was wondering if you guys could give me some advice as to what dental schools look for besides high gpa/dat.

I assume they want you to shadow a dentist for at least a year, but what else in terms of extracurriculars?

Do they want dental research or will any type of medically related research suffice? (I've found it extremely difficult to find a research position in dentistry at my university). Do they also want dental volunteering?

I have a 3.8 gpa from a top 20 school in biochemistry with lots of ecs (cultural, community service, etc.) but since I've decided recently to go into dentistry I want to make sure I have the complete package.

Also, which companies do you recommend for studying for the DAT?

I think you should post this in the pre-dental forum or simply do a search in the forums for your questions...they are pretty common and have been answered before. I don't know why you are posting this in a Penn Dental acceptance thread....???:confused:

My guess is that if you aren't accepted about 2 weeks after your interview you've been looked over and will ultimately end up on the waitlist. Well, that was my case anyway. I think someone who posted on here got in 2 months after. Does anyone know if Penn is/has sent rejections to people that have interviewed? That info isn't on pre-dents

Hey man i have been seeing posts by you asking about penn waitlist...well I recently got accepted to my state school so i will be dropping a penn seat soonish....good luck for the spot!:D

Hey man i have been seeing posts by you asking about penn waitlist...well I recently got accepted to my state school so i will be dropping a penn seat soonish....good luck for the spot!:D

Congrats man, and thanks for the heads up! Hoping opens a few seats up! :xf:

What is the average amount of ECs of accepted students?

What is the average amount of ECs of accepted students?

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Seriously though..how are they going to measure the "average amount of ECs." Just find something you enjoy and be involved in it.

23.6

Seriously though..how are they going to measure the "average amount of ECs." Just find something you enjoy and be involved in it.

How many hours a week of ECs is considered average or sufficient. I would like to know if I should be more involved. Ie. I have some mentoring, work, research in the summers, normal fun sport ECs that take about 15hrs a week. Is that good enough so that my ECs arent a negative component of my app? I didn't include shadowing. People always say on here " I had good ECs, or a lot of ECs" So i thought it would be a fair question to ask how many hrs do most accepted students have

How many hours a week of ECs is considered average or sufficient. I would like to know if I should be more involved. Ie. I have some mentoring, work, research in the summers, normal fun sport ECs that take about 15hrs a week. Is that good enough so that my ECs arent a negative component of my app? I didn't include shadowing. People always say on here " I had good ECs, or a lot of ECs" So i thought it would be a fair question to ask how many hrs do most accepted students have

Hm well first off I think if you really want to know this info you should make your own thread about it...not hijack a Penn Dental class of 2015 thread lol huh?:confused:

Also, # of hours of extracurricular activites and stuff is just specific information that you just shouldn't be concerned with/criteria you shouldn't compare yourself against others because it is so ambiguous. In my opinion, for example, an applicant who played the violin professionally in a string quartet at about 10hrs a week would look more impressive than an applicant who was part of the video game club and spent 20hours a week (just a ridiculous comparison). SO hopefully you get what I am getting at. Extracurricular activities are things YOU want to do and are important to you; you shouldn't be concerned with comparing hours and such because it would be pretty useless to do that?

Sidenote- your ECs sound fine, unless it is something that can be considered controversial (like I dunno animal fur weaving lol?) I doubt ECs can ever be looked at as a negative component on your app.

P.S. on aadsas there is a different section for dental related shadowing.

Bump. Any new news? Did anyone get off the waitlist or decide to go elsewhere?

I got an e-mail about a week and a half ago asking if I was still interested in the program and just recieved and e-mail from Corky Yesterday saying that I was offered a spot in the class.

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Hey guys, I'm a long time reader and follower of SDN and predents, though haven't really ever posted on these two sites. I'm going to be a bit more proactive in my second time around and was wondering if any of you could help me as I reapply to dental schools-specifically Penn my top choice.

My GPA is 3.95/3.91, Graduated with a B.S. Chem from Northwestern, and have a DAT of 22/22/19 with everything above 20 besides PAT and QR (18! :x). My EC's I feel are decent. Maybe theye didn't like the way I looked lol? I noticed Penn people generally are very attractive! I'm White and from Pittsburgh originally-US Citizen. That's pretty much all the info I want to put out there about myself. Also I submitted my application on June 30th last year. I tried calling them and just got the explanation that this year's class was quite exception yadda yadda. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Not much more help people can give you than they have already given you in other threads. Work on your interview.

So I just sent in my apps to my out of state schools today . Im from Texas and had sent my Texas schools in fairly early ..Just a few weeks after our system opened up. But it took me a month to get my out of state stuff together and submitted today through the AADSAS for the out of state schools to about 7 schools. AM I TOO LATE?