Discussion for the new year here!

Excited to apply here!

when do we get to know the personal statement prompt? or will it just be the usual "why do you want to be a d.o. doc?"

I have questions about this school because I have heard mixed things...

1. How is the medical school structure with the unique learning pathways; does it work and help students ...meaning are students successful using their unique pathways of education?

2. How is the location of Erie, PA and Seton Hall, PA...Because I can look online and see details, but I want to hear about a student perspective...

I have questions about this school because I have heard mixed things...

1. How is the medical school structure with the unique learning pathways; does it work and help students ...meaning are students successful using their unique pathways of education?

2. How is the location of Erie, PA and Seton Hall, PA...Because I can look online and see details, but I want to hear about a student perspective...

You'll here mixed things about any school. LECOM's pathways are successful in teaching students in there desired learning habits. If you like lectures and that structure similar to undergrad then LDP is for you. If you didnt like lecture settings but preferred small groups PBL might be something you want. ISP is the way to go if you want free time. All pathways have good guidance during the year and good board scores. you just need to know what you want.

Erie, PA is Erie, PA. I only lived there for 2 years but i managed to learn how to ski during my stay. Winter can be tough but when you are in med school time flies so you hardly notice it. the spring and fall are nice while at presque isle for a nice little get away from studying. I wouldn't say you have to go out of your way to make Erie enjoyable, but there aren't many things to do in the area, however that makes it easier to study w/o distractions. I can't really say much about Seton Hill, I have never been down there.

wow thanks for the feedback....thanks for explaining the pathways from a student perspective

when do we get to know the personal statement prompt? or will it just be the usual "why do you want to be a d.o. doc?"

There was no prompt last year. You filled out some info in the LECOM portal and then send the secondary application fee. Not sure if it will be like that this year.

Will they send me a secondary if my mcat date is june 16?

Will they send me a secondary if my mcat date is june 16?

When I sent in my app before my mcat I was put on MCAT hold status and I was not sent the secondary until the hold was taken off.

Good luck!

Alright. So, do you recommend that I still apply June first without my upcoming mcat scores. Or, should i wait until I get them to apply. Also, how long does it take to get scores sent to the schools in order to have my stuff processed. In other words, when is the earliest date that I can have an interview. Just want to know what my personal timeline is. Thanks for your input.

Alright. So, do you recommend that I still apply June first without my upcoming mcat scores. Or, should i wait until I get them to apply. Also, how long does it take to get scores sent to the schools in order to have my stuff processed. In other words, when is the earliest date that I can have an interview. Just want to know what my personal timeline is. Thanks for your input.

Not 100% sure if it makes a difference, I'm sure other people on the forum might have better advice on that. (FYI: people have been accepted here from march and April interviews)

Regarding the time it took to post.. I would say about 1-2 weeks, though it certainly feels longer while you are actually waiting.

Good luck and study hard

Alright. So, do you recommend that I still apply June first without my upcoming mcat scores. Or, should i wait until I get them to apply. Also, how long does it take to get scores sent to the schools in order to have my stuff processed. In other words, when is the earliest date that I can have an interview. Just want to know what my personal timeline is. Thanks for your input.

If you submit your application June 1st you can get verified so that when your scores get in it only takes about a week to update all the scores. If you wait to submit it may take a couple weeks or more to get verified.

The earliest interviews last year was one day in July and then it really started in August. If your scores don't come in until July the earliest you can probably get an interview is September.

Thanks guys. Slowly becoming familiar with the process.

From what I gathered, the best thing to do is submit June 1st and wait for scores to finalize the verification process. For now, I'll just keep studying and chill until those scores come in. :)

This is realistically my last full length summer. I must not waste it worrying over applications. Good luck with medical school everyone. Hope to be a part of this school next year :xf:

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Does anybody know if LECOM screens applicants at all before sending secondaries? After reading the catalog it doesn't really sound like it-- more like they send everyone a secondary-- but never explicitly says...

Does anybody know if LECOM screens applicants at all before sending secondaries? After reading the catalog it doesn't really sound like it-- more like they send everyone a secondary-- but never explicitly says...

I know they look to see if you have the main prereqs - the 4 sciences and the MCAT. Without these, I dont think you get a secondary (I didn't get my secondary until after they got my MCAT)

I know they look to see if you have the main prereqs - the 4 sciences and the MCAT. Without these, I dont think you get a secondary (I didn't get my secondary until after they got my MCAT)

Thanks!

re-app here. just submitted today! hopefully i get the first batch of secondarys from here. thank god theres no essay lol

is anyone applying for a second time? I was just wondering how they were going about rewriting their personal statement. Any advice will be welcomed, thank you.

is anyone applying for a second time? I was just wondering how they were going about rewriting their personal statement. Any advice will be welcomed, thank you.

I had to reapply a couple times. I kept most of my personal statement the same. I just added about what I was / was planning to do with my year while I was reapplying.

The earliest interviews last year was one day in July and then it really started in August. If your scores don't come in until July the earliest you can probably get an interview is September.

The first interview date last year was July 16th - really early! LECOM is really good about sending out a decision within two weeks which is very nice. As the app season gets later they seem to fall behind a bit but early in the season they seem to be pretty efficient.

LECOM did all group interviews last year so I assume they will do the same this year. It wasn't so bad because you have some time to think about what you are going to say while others are talking. It was also kind of interesting to see what the other applicants were saying. They asked all very standard med school interview questions last year.

They asked all very standard med school interview questions last year.

So what would you say were the "very standard med school interview questions?"

So what would you say were the "very standard med school interview questions?"

"what is an obstacle that you have overcome in either school or work?"
"what is your greatest achievement?"
"what pathway would you choose and why?"
"where do you see yourself in 10 years?"
"what would you do if you don't get into medical school this year?"
"what makes an ideal/good doctor?"
"how would you balance the ideal doctor with hospitals/clinics wanting you to see the more patients in a shorter period of time and insurance companies not wanting to pay"
Ethics scenarios

probably should throw in:
"Why do you want to be a doctor?"
"What are the reasons you are drawn to this school?"

Then do have questions prepared to ask your interviews that you couldn't have gotten from doing a little research on the website. If you have few questions prepared in different areas and one of your interviewers happens to be the head of that department so much the better!

Hope this helps

So what would you say were the "very standard med school interview questions?"

Also if they do group interviews again be up to date on health topics. In my interview last year we talked about them for probably half the interview. Questions like 'is health care a right or a privilege?'

Also if they do group interviews again be up to date on health topics. In my interview last year we talked about them for probably half the interview. Questions like 'is health care a right or a privilege?'

So did we. but not for half the interview...

Hey all,

For those of you out there who are curious I received and submitted my secondary today. There were no essay Qs, mainly just the fee. Good luck, everyone! :D

Hey all,

For those of you out there who are curious I received and submitted my secondary today. There were no essay Qs, mainly just the fee. Good luck, everyone! :D

Same! :) :thumbup:

anyone recieve any invites?

it says that they have recieved my supplemental and that the review process will begin on my file and that I will be notified of any updates. CMON

Hey,

Does anyone know when lecom sends sends out secondaries? Is it every week on a specific day? I was verified on 6/23 and my primary was released on the 6/30. I'm just curious on when to expect it.

Thanks and good luck to all my fellow pre-meds.

Hey,

Does anyone know when lecom sends sends out secondaries? Is it every week on a specific day? I was verified on 6/23 and my primary was released on the 6/30. I'm just curious on when to expect it.

Thanks and good luck to all my fellow pre-meds.

Hey there, my application was released on June 30th too. I just received (and submitted) the secondary application. You should be getting it soon too!
Hope this helps!

anyone recieve any invites?

it says that they have recieved my supplemental and that the review process will begin on my file and that I will be notified of any updates. CMON

When did you submit yours? According to last year's thread, people were invited for interview ~14 days after they had finished their secondaries.
Hope this helps!

Interview Dates have started. I received interview offer for July 29 today!!!!! Who else got them?

Interview Dates have started. I received interview offer for July 29 today!!!!! Who else got them?

Wow, Big congrats!!! Although that kind of scares me, lol. How did you receive the offer? (Email, mail, status)

Thanks a lot!! I received it via email. however, my status on the candidate portal didnt change though. it still just says "your application is under review"

Thanks a lot!! I received it via email. however, my status on the candidate portal didnt change though. it still just says "your application is under review"

I hope I get something soon! Based on last year's thread it looks like they meet on Wednesdays, and send out invites on Thursdays and Fridays

Interview Dates have started. I received interview offer for July 29 today!!!!! Who else got them?

Can you post what day did you submit primary, secondary, etc?
Do you mind me asking your stats? Thanks!

Hey a question for those who have been in the post bacc. I sent in my AACOMAS app for this cycle but I am planning on attending the post bacc for this coming Fall. Can I still interview for LECOM this summer and then not go to the post bacc if I get in or will they know I'm planning to do the post bacc and not interview me until later?

Interview Dates have started. I received interview offer for July 29 today!!!!! Who else got them?

Wow, congrats! No offer yet here, but my secondary was submitted & received on 6/28, so I am hoping to hear within the next week. C'mon interview invite!

Waiting on a secondary invite for Bradenton and Erie here...

We received your supplemental application. The review process will begin on your file. You will be notified when updates are made.

I submitted my secondaries on June 28.

I just received word of an invitation to a LECOM interview on July 29th as well! I'm so excited, it is my first interview invite! But now I'm nervous for what they're going to ask! :scared:

Wow congrats you too!. Honestly just be yourselves. Talk positively about yourself and be honest. And if they ask oppinion questions be honest.. I never interviewed here but did last year at another school. U just need to relax.
I hope the show me love! I submitted my primary june second and my secondary june 30th

I received and submitted the secondary app on 7/28 as well. I know it's early on in the process, but I'm still getting pretty bummed about not getting an interview invite on the first day like some other people :(

those of you who already got interview invites what are ur stats (MCAT, cGA, sGPA) if you dont mind me asking? I want to know if I even hav a chance of getting an interview at this school....

I submitted my primary June1 and my secondary on July 1. My stats are cgpa 3.3 and 28 MCAT (9PS, 8VR, 11BS). Hope this helps

I submitted my primary June1 and my secondary on July 1. My stats are cgpa 3.3 and 28 MCAT (9PS, 8VR, 11BS). Hope this helps
well not im starting to get a little worried lol. i have the exact same gpa but lower mcat. 9PS 7Vr 9BS for a 25. guess the mcat was too low.

well not im starting to get a little worried lol. i have the exact same gpa but lower mcat. 9PS 7Vr 9BS for a 25. guess the mcat was too low.
Dr Yiot, I am starting to get worried too. My mcat is very low. I have a 24 after retaking it (6 VR, 8 BS, 10 PS), but my GPA is a 3.76, and and science is a 3.7. My low MCAT score is making me think twice about getting accepted anywhere this cycle :(

Thanks for the advice guys! I'll definitely be myself during the interview. My cumulative GPA is 3.88 and science GPA is 3.8. MCAT is 29R (PS-9, VR-9, BS-11). I hope this helps!

well not im starting to get a little worried lol. i have the exact same gpa but lower mcat. 9PS 7Vr 9BS for a 25. guess the mcat was too low.

Hey there, dont worry man! I think they are just going to look at it sequentially. Maybe your file was later in order or something. I have heard 22-24 people get in last year as well. Dont worry!

Hey there, dont worry man! I think they are just going to look at it sequentially. Maybe your file was later in order or something. I have heard 22-24 people get in last year as well. Dont worry!

i hope ur right :(. I am preparing it for again, but its really a pain having to taking it for a third time

does anyone know how grading is done at this school? Is it A, B, C or honors, pass, fail, etc.

Thanks!

Dr Yiot, I am starting to get worried too. My mcat is very low. I have a 24 after retaking it (6 VR, 8 BS, 10 PS), but my GPA is a 3.76, and and science is a 3.7. My low MCAT score is making me think twice about getting accepted anywhere this cycle :(
i actually think you have a better chance then I do man. your gpa is great. youll get in somewhere this year as long as you applied smart
gl

does anyone know how grading is done at this school? Is it A, B, C or honors, pass, fail, etc.

Thanks!

Grading is A,B,C,F. No +/-. Passing (C) is defined as >69.5.

your file is under review!

cmon LECOM, Id love to bass fish lake erie in the summers lol

or when I have down time, which will probably be never!

Was notified today (7/12) that my supplemental application has been processed and is "under review."

Supplemental app was submitted 6/28. I really hope to get an interview invite!

So I checked my portal for LECOM - Bradenton and under LECOM - Erie it said this:

"We have reviewed your application and are interested in you; however you have applied too late in the year to be considered. Please reapply starting in June for the next academic year."

I applied to LECOM - Erie kind of late last year. Does this mean I should try applying to Erie again? It's hard to get excited about re-applying to a school when you didn't get in the first time, but maybe I will this time.

your file is under review!

cmon LECOM, Id love to bass fish lake erie in the summers lol

or when I have down time, which will probably be never!

Right on with the bass fishing! I'll be out there too if I ever end up with any down time in the summer.

So I checked my portal for LECOM - Bradenton and under LECOM - Erie it said this:

"We have reviewed your application and are interested in you; however you have applied too late in the year to be considered. Please reapply starting in June for the next academic year."

I applied to LECOM - Erie kind of late last year. Does this mean I should try applying to Erie again? It's hard to get excited about re-applying to a school when you didn't get in the first time, but maybe I will this time.

I say you definitely re-apply. They are telling you they were interested. You could even call and ask if there was anything else that might have held you back. If you apply early and see if there was anything else, I would definitely bet that you get interviewed, and would probably even push some chips in on an acceptance.

To all you guys who got interview invites for LECOM so far,
did the first email you received say something along the lines of you being "invited for an early interview on July 29th because the admissions committee has looked favorably on your application"? I received a second email this past Monday and it basically said the same thing again but had more details about the day and overnight information for long distance applicants and whatnot... just found it odd I got two separate emails about the interview that seemingly were not related haha. thanks!

Right on with the bass fishing! I'll be out there too if I ever end up with any down time in the summer.
good to see another angler on the forumns! maybe if we both get in we can have some serious fish fries lol

When did you submit yours? According to last year's thread, people were invited for interview ~14 days after they had finished their secondaries.
Hope this helps!
sorry i missed this man. submitted primary 6/2, released to schools i think the 23 or something (when everyone else was who submittes early june) and submitted my secondary 6/30. hopefully we both get shown some love!
Hey there, dont worry man! I think they are just going to look at it sequentially. Maybe your file was later in order or something. I have heard 22-24 people get in last year as well. Dont worry!
22-24 people get in last year? what do you mean?

sorry i missed this man. submitted primary 6/2, released to schools i think the 23 or something (when everyone else was who submittes early june) and submitted my secondary 6/30. hopefully we both get shown some love!
I am kinda on the same boat, but mine was released on the 1st July. So let's see! hope we get to know about it quicker faster and cooler! lol

22-24 people get in last year? what do you mean?
Sorry I wasnt very clear. I meant people with a score of 22-24 MCAT definitely got in!

Can anyone tell me how long does it take for them to go from under review to a decision? Thanks!

Can anyone tell me how long does it take for them to go from under review to a decision? Thanks!

It can vary quite a bit. I know for some people it will take about 2 weeks but last cycle when I applied I finished my secondary and was "under review" by the first week in July and I did not receive an interview invite until late October. So don't give up right away if it seems like its taking longer than normal to hear a response.

To all you guys who got interview invites for LECOM so far,
did the first email you received say something along the lines of you being "invited for an early interview on July 29th because the admissions committee has looked favorably on your application"? I received a second email this past Monday and it basically said the same thing again but had more details about the day and overnight information for long distance applicants and whatnot... just found it odd I got two separate emails about the interview that seemingly were not related haha. thanks!

i got two separate emails too. One was just to see if you were interested in interviewing on that date. The second one was detailed information. In the first email, it was said that if we were interested, they would sent a more detailed email.

Thanks a lot! I just wanted to check and see if other people received the same types of emails.. Also, anyone know how long after the interview we will be notified of acceptance or rejection? Especially for the summer interview dates? Thanks!

Just submitted my primary application yesterday to here. A little later than I was hoping, but not too late yet I suppose.

Hoping they show me some love!

Thanks a lot! I just wanted to check and see if other people received the same types of emails.. Also, anyone know how long after the interview we will be notified of acceptance or rejection? Especially for the summer interview dates? Thanks!

Last year it took about 2 weeks.

Hello everyone! I was just wondering if all of you turned in your LORs the same time as your secondary application... I'm not sure if I should just send them now or wait until they ask for them?

Hello everyone! I was just wondering if all of you turned in your LORs the same time as your secondary application... I'm not sure if I should just send them now or wait until they ask for them?

If you read the instructions in their email or on their website, you'll find that LECOM doesn't want LORs unless you are invited for an interview.

Speaking of the LORs... I was invited to interview on the 29th, so I just sent in my letters a day ago. Does anyone know how long it takes them, on average, to process the letters once they are sent via interfolio?

Speaking of the LORs... I was invited to interview on the 29th, so I just sent in my letters a day ago. Does anyone know how long it takes them, on average, to process the letters once they are sent via interfolio?

Don't know really how to answer that. I waited a week after sending my LOR through interfolio until I called, they changed my info as LOR received 30 min later. BTW, you will be interviewing on my fifth day as a medical student, we will probably see you there:)

Looks like it changed this afternoon. Took them a day and a half to process, that makes me feel better because my D.O. just sent my LOR to interfolio this past Friday. I think I will have plenty of time to get it to them.


BTW, you will be interviewing on my fifth day as a medical student, we will probably see you there:)

I am sure you will be the one studying extremely hard already, that's how I will know you if I see you.

I am sure you will be the one studying extremely hard already, that's how I will know you if I see you.
:thumbup:
Right, you'll recognize me then - or I'll be on SDN :D

It can vary quite a bit. I know for some people it will take about 2 weeks but last cycle when I applied I finished my secondary and was "under review" by the first week in July and I did not receive an interview invite until late October. So don't give up right away if it seems like its taking longer than normal to hear a response.

Wow that's a long time. Looks like it all went well for you though.

do you know after what date is considered too late?

do you know after what date is considered too late?

That is going to vary from year to year and your own personal app and stats. I sent my secondary in December and got in, but I would definitely recommend earlier than that!
Also, they started waitlisting people in January last year.

Anyone else getting more excited and more nervous by the day for the interview this friday?? any guesses on whether it will be individual or group? I'm trying to figure how I should prepare/anticipate the kinds of questions they will ask! :O

I am incredibly anxious. I think that being invited for early interviews is a great sign though. I have been looking over questions that people were asked in the previous years and getting an idea of what I would answer without rehearsing anything. There seem to be quite a few that show up over and over again. Namely, 3 positive traits you have and 1 negative. Why med school? Why DO school? Why LECOM? Quite a few people also seem to have been asked to describe a conflict that they have had with a person, or a variation, a conflict that they had with a professor. It does not seem like they are trying to nail anyone to the wall.

I am incredibly anxious. I think that being invited for early interviews is a great sign though. I have been looking over questions that people were asked in the previous years and getting an idea of what I would answer without rehearsing anything. There seem to be quite a few that show up over and over again. Namely, 3 positive traits you have and 1 negative. Why med school? Why DO school? Why LECOM? Quite a few people also seem to have been asked to describe a conflict that they have had with a person, or a variation, a conflict that they had with a professor. It does not seem like they are trying to nail anyone to the wall.

Agreed, I'm doing basically the same thing... just trying to get an idea of what I want to say if any of these types of questions are asked.. I'm extremely anxious as well! this is my first medical school interview, and I want to try and go in confidently. I'm hoping that the early invite is a good sign too! we must be doing something right.. let's just seal the deal with the interview and lock in an acceptance!

I am incredibly anxious. I think that being invited for early interviews is a great sign though. I have been looking over questions that people were asked in the previous years and getting an idea of what I would answer without rehearsing anything. There seem to be quite a few that show up over and over again. Namely, 3 positive traits you have and 1 negative. Why med school? Why DO school? Why LECOM? Quite a few people also seem to have been asked to describe a conflict that they have had with a person, or a variation, a conflict that they had with a professor. It does not seem like they are trying to nail anyone to the wall.
Can you tell me which thread you looked at for previous interview questions and such. I tried searching but I found ones that were about 10 years old.
Thanks

I have just been going by this page:

http://www.studentdoctor.net/schools/school/lecom/survey/27

I hope it helps you as much as I *think* it helps me.

I have just been going by this page:

http://www.studentdoctor.net/schools/school/lecom/survey/27

I hope it helps you as much as I *think* it helps me.

Thank you and good luck ! :thumbup:

Still under review..have been for at least 2.5 weeks now! I hope they look at it nicely..either that or they are waiting for my new MCAT score!

Still under review..have been for at least 2.5 weeks now! I hope they look at it nicely..either that or they are waiting for my new MCAT score!

I've been under review for about the same time. I submitted on the 28th and have been waiting ever since. I'm not retaking my MCAT, so they must not like me since they haven't said anything yet.

*overdramatic sigh*

I've been under review for about the same time. I submitted on the 28th and have been waiting ever since. I'm not retaking my MCAT, so they must not like me since they haven't said anything yet.

*overdramatic sigh*

Hey! This is actually good..I have a feeling that they are still reviewing everyone's applications, reading statements and activities and what not! Lets not lose hope here! I am sure we will hear back soon!
P.S. Love JD the spiffy boy :P

Hey! This is actually good..I have a feeling that they are still reviewing everyone's applications, reading statements and activities and what not! Lets not lose hope here! I am sure we will hear back soon!
P.S. Love JD the spiffy boy :P

This.
Also, don't forget that Admissions has been really busy the past month trying to get the entering class up and going.

Leaving in the AM for the interview on Friday!! :xf:

Leaving in the AM for the interview on Friday!! :xf:

Me too! I'm freaking out that it's actually almost here... just going to try not to hyperventilate whenever I start to imagine what the interview is going to be like! lol

Me too! I'm freaking out that it's actually almost here... just going to try not to hyperventilate whenever I start to imagine what the interview is going to be like! lol

It will be good! It's a very relaxed interview setting! Are there are several sample questions asked that are either here or in last year's LECOM application thread.
I would recommend doing some kind of physical activity the evening before the interview so that it can help relax you and most important helps give you a good night sleep. I also did a little swimming at the hotel which was also relaxing.
Eat breakfast - even if you don't feel like it!!! Drink fluids in the morning as well! Eat a good supper the night before so that you can have a lighter breakfast if you absolutely must. You won't be able to eat at the interview until lunch time because food is not permitted in the rooms you will be in.
They way they arranged it for us last season was to have different presentations first, pathways, the school, etc. Then we broke down into groups for the interview. First they asked each person to introduce themselves, then they asked each one of us an individual question (2X). Lastly they just brought up different topics and whoever had anything to comment on it could. Then we had a tour (I believe) then lunch with students. Then it was over!

Just received an interview for the 19th of August! So psyched!

just received an interview for the 19th of august! So psyched!
me too!!!!!!!!!!!!omg im going nutz

me too!!!!!!!!!!!!omg im going nutz

I will see you there! :D

Interview invite! 19th August..although I will be out of the coutnry then..
this sucks :( but at least this is a good booster a day before my MCATs! lol

Add me to the list of Aug. 19th interviewees!

i am really getting worried now..i submitted my secondary a month ago. my GPA is fairly high at a 3.76, but I guess they really arent liking my mcat verbal score. i guess i will end up retaking in sept then. do u guys mind sharing ur stats?

For the interviews tomorrow morning, does it start at 7:45 or 8 am?

i am really getting worried now..i submitted my secondary a month ago. my GPA is fairly high at a 3.76, but I guess they really arent liking my mcat verbal score. i guess i will end up retaking in sept then. do u guys mind sharing ur stats?

I dont think VR will be a problem..my VR is 6 and havent taken the 2nd MCAT yet..you can look at my stats thru the MDapps link on my profile!
I have heard that people had to wait till October if they submitted their secondary in July for an interview invite.

me too!!!!!!!!!!!!omg im going nutz

see u there man.

me too!!!!!!!!!!!!omg im going nutz

Right on! One step closer to fishing that lake. I'm hoping to hear something next week maybe? I was processed 9 days ago...i.e. have been "under review" for 9 days. We'll see! Good luck!!

Right on! One step closer to fishing that lake. I'm hoping to hear something next week maybe? I was processed 9 days ago...i.e. have been "under review" for 9 days. We'll see! Good luck!!
btw, just for reference, i went under review on July 14th..and got my invite today..so you are right on- next week maybe.
Good luck!

just got august 19th interview =) so excited see you all there! -

me too!!!!!!!!!!!!omg im going nutz


I hope that you will "knock their socks off" during your interview at LECOM-Erie. It would be wonderful to see your persistence paying off.



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I hope that you will "knock their socks off" during your interview at LECOM-Erie. It would be wonderful to see your persistence paying off.



(http://oldmanmedschool.livejournal.com/)
thank you so much. i sure hope I do!

see u there man.NICE

Right on! One step closer to fishing that lake. I'm hoping to hear something next week maybe? I was processed 9 days ago...i.e. have been "under review" for 9 days. We'll see! Good luck!!
thanks, nine days isnt that long. i think i was under review for close to three weeks. hopefully youll hear something!

Interview invite!!! Yay!

3.6/3.5/28

OMG OMG GOT AN INTERVIEW CALL FOR THE 8/26! I guess my gpa saved me from my mcat score lol. i didnt even indicate to them that i am retaking it. now i am in a sticky situation...is it safe to update on AACOMAS that I am retaking it when i got an interview invite? i m not completely sure i am taking it yet cuz i have taken it twice. depends on my practice scores. my best score was a 24 (6 VR, 10 PS, 8 BS). with a 3.7 science and 3.76 gpa. any advice on what i should do?

also, how are you guys preparing for the interview?

Saw you guys at LECOM today! I was the one in the library studying! So how do you think it went?:luck:

yeah how did the interviews go today? I think the first group went correct? anyone mind sharing some questions for future interviewees? and divulging some info such as if they were group interviews as usual?

hope it went well for those who interviewed yesterday!!!

anyone mind sharing their day:
which hotel they stayed at, if you flew in from a different state- how did you get to the hotels from airport (which airport) and vice versa, did you use the shuttle system the hotels provide.

how did the actual interview go (i'm assuming it was group since it was the first one), what kind of questions were asked (if you don't mind sharing for future interviewers), stress-level, etc...

I'm asking about the travel because even though I read previous threads they don't mention or hone in on how all the transportation worked and I know people do not want to be late on interview day and bogged down by transportation when there is more important things to focus on!

So thanks in advance if you shared your thoughts. :D

I drove in from Ohio, so I don't have any useful airport information. I stayed at the Hilton Garden Inn, and it was a pretty nice place. It was also just down the road from the school itself.

They put us in the cafeteria to wait for everyone to show up and everyone was pretty chatty/friendly. Then they collected us all and took us upstairs to lecture hall B, which is apparently the pharmacy lecture hall. We spent about an hour and a half hearing about the school, the town, the PBL pathway, etc. Afterwords they divided us up into 4 groups (35ish people total, so groups of 8-9 people). Each of the 4 groups had two interviewers and we meandered into separate rooms. My group ended up in a micro-bio lab because the room we were supposed to use had students in it.

They had us introduce ourselves. They said that they have not seen our file, so include anything that you want them to know about you. Most of us went with home town, school, volunteer experiences, and maybe another fact or two. Then every person was asked a single question that they alone had to answer. One girl was asked about a teacher that she didn't see eye-to-eye with and how she resolved it. That sort of thing. The last guy to answer was training for a triathlon, so they used that as segue to ask a group discussion question about if healthy people and slobs both equally deserve healthcare. I think that everyone got at least one point in. Then we had a chance to ask questions about the school. Some of us had questions and some didn't.

After the interview we went back to the lecture hall and listened to a presentation about financial aid. After the presentation we had to select the pathway that we wished to enter into as well as express if we want a decision about our status to be made immediately or not until December 16th. We handed in our papers and toured the building, ultimately ending in the lunch room.

People grouped together at different tables, and second year students sat and chatted with us for a while. I felt that this was the best time to ask questions that only a student would know. Things like, "Can you hear the teachers in the back of the lecture hall." "Are the teachers actually helpful?" "How do you feel about your pathway selection?" That sort of thing.

Then we were done. The whole experience was relatively non-stressful.

My advice is to be yourself, and if you can work it into your answer without making it awkward, it wouldn't hurt to include something about how osteopathic medicine is great.

Very very helpfull. Thank you. It seems like everyone gets a chance to talk and that it is relatively non stressfull. I am curiious as tto how they make their selection oof accepted, waitlisted, rejected etc. Hmm I guess they give everyone a chance to shine?

I'm sure you did good and good luck.

Oh and did any interviewees have their spouses with them?

Thank you so much for the information!
I'm going on the 26th of August, and probably staying in Garden Inn. Anyone else?

Very very helpfull. Thank you. It seems like everyone gets a chance to talk and that it is relatively non stressfull. I am curiious as tto how they make their selection oof accepted, waitlisted, rejected etc. Hmm I guess they give everyone a chance to shine?

I'm sure you did good and good luck.

Oh and did any interviewees have their spouses with them?

Several of the staff members throughout the process commented that they don't usually have to start wait-listing people until February or March. My best GUESS is that you just have to show up and not do anything particularly unfortunate and you should be fine. They wanted us to relax and just be ourselves (easier said than done). One guy said, "We want people as brilliant as Dr. House, but if you have his personality you can go home now."

I don't know about spouses. No one brought company into the building itself, but almost everyone seemed to have a ride picking them up. My mother was checking out the town while I interviewed and she picked me up.

A side note, EVERYONE except one person in the first group was wearing a full formal suit. Guys and girls alike. Some of the women had nice blouses under the suit jacket instead of a button up shirt, but they did wear a suit jacket. If you don't wear one, you will stand out, and probably not in a good way.

thanks for the information.

good luck!!!

Is there anyone to contact about the fact that my primary has been under review for like a month??? Did I get lost? I have an interview in Bradenton, so I can't be THAT far out of their specs...

I'm the exact opposite as you. Got an invite from Erie, but haven't heard a thing from Bradenton

you know what paracrine, i completely forgot to ask one of the most VITAL questions. What did YOU think of the school yourself. what did you think of the facilities, the faculty etc.

I sent an email... they've had my stuff for a month, that's long enough to review...

you know what paracrine, i completely forgot to ask one of the most VITAL questions. What did YOU think of the school yourself. what did you think of the facilities, the faculty etc.

The school seems pretty legitimate. Every member of the staff that I met was absolutely friendly. I got a sense that they genuinely care about their students. They have an open door policy if you have any questions or need help with anything.

The building itself seems really new. The place is amazingly clean (probably due to the no food or drink outside of the cafeteria policy). The labs looked modern and clean as well.

The student that I chatted with during our lunch said that the school's tuition is so low because they don't pay money to their affiliated hospitals. They have affiliations based on reputation alone, which says good things about the school in my eyes.

Best I can tell, they give a solid education and you really get out of it what you put into it. I still hope to get some more interviews to compare schools, but if I am accepted to LECOM, I would not be disappointed what-so-ever to attend.

ParacrineAgent, about the dress code, what was the person wearing that didn't have a suit, jeans and a polo??? lol

thanks for your advice

So, what does everyone think? chances of hearing back about acceptance/rejection/wait list sometime this week for the July 29th interviewees? I'm so anxious!

For people who haven't yet received a secondary, I contacted them, they said there was a computer glitch and I should have already received my secondary and they fixed and it came immediately. So, if you have heard crickets, contact them ASAP!

ParacrineAgent, about the dress code, what was the person wearing that didn't have a suit, jeans and a polo??? lol

thanks for your advice

She had dress pants on and a blouse with a green thinga-mabober that went over her shoulders and arms. I don't know enough about women's clothing to tell you what it was called. :shrug:

And DirectorP32C, I would venture to guess that we will be more likely to hear back next week rather than this week. Most people in last year's thread seemed to all be hearing back right around 2 weeks out.

They said that they have not seen our file, so include anything that you want them to know about you. Most of us went with home town, school, volunteer experiences, and maybe another fact or two.

How long were the answers? One minute? 5? 10?

Then every person was asked a single question that they alone had to answer. One girl was asked about a teacher that she didn't see eye-to-eye with and how she resolved it.

What if you never had a conflict with a teacher? I've been trying to think of a personal example that would answer that question, but I can't.


Thank you so much for telling us your experience! It's VERY helpful. :)

The time everyone took to answer varied. When I am nervous (and I was) I tend to talk faster than normal. So I got just as much information in as everyone else, but I took less time. I would say 2-3 minutes per answer was what most people were doing, though.

I am not sure what to tell you about a conflict with a teacher. There were questions that other people were asked that I would have had a difficult time answering the same way you would have time discussing a conflict with a teacher. I guess it is a sort of Russian Roulette with what question you get. I personally was asked to describe an accomplishment that I am particularly proud of and that helped to shape who I am today.

If I had never had a conflict with a teacher and they asked me to describe one, I would respectfully say that I was fortunate enough to never have run into that situation, but that I can describe a conflict with a boss/coworker/classmate/friend/someone. The people at LECOM seem really friendly and I would venture a guess that they would give you a little leeway.

Does anyone know how many people (% of those who submit primaries) are selected for an interview? And then, what % of those who interview are accepted?

I'm wondering this as well...

so I was processed the 12th of July which I guess really isn't that long ago but when I click on the requirements tab in admissions, it says that 3 credits of English haven't been completed yet...does anyone know if these credits have to be completed before an interview can be offered or denied?

I figured I would hear something back by now with a 3.43 cGPA 3.31 sGPA and 32 MCAT unless the English thing is holding up my application.

me too!!!!!!!!!!!!omg im going nutz

:thumbup:. Glad to hear of your interview invite, I've been pulling for you ever since the underdog thread. You should be in the second (or third?) interview group which means you should have a strong chance of being accepted. Just try not to stress, and think of one or two legitimate questions that you could ask in your interview group. If you have time leftover they will probably just have you guys ask a couple of questions.



The school seems pretty legitimate. Every member of the staff that I met was absolutely friendly. I got a sense that they genuinely care about their students. They have an open door policy if you have any questions or need help with anything.

The building itself seems really new. The place is amazingly clean (probably due to the no food or drink outside of the cafeteria policy). The labs looked modern and clean as well.

The student that I chatted with during our lunch said that the school's tuition is so low because they don't pay money to their affiliated hospitals. They have affiliations based on reputation alone, which says good things about the school in my eyes.

Best I can tell, they give a solid education and you really get out of it what you put into it. I still hope to get some more interviews to compare schools, but if I am accepted to LECOM, I would not be disappointed what-so-ever to attend.

This is pretty much how I felt about the school when I interviewed. Add in extremely low cost of living (compared to what I'm used to). A ridiculously nice fitness center (which I now have zero time for) and knowing that the school seems to be doing everything they can to be a top tier medical school was enough for me. We had a few presentations where we learned that they have sent people to Cali and they're working hard for rotation sites in Cali (apparently they have some) and they are becoming affiliated with more and more hospitals. I have no idea why the school gets ripped on in here. I guess dress code is that big of a deal to people:confused:.

Does anyone know how many people (% of those who submit primaries) are selected for an interview? And then, what % of those who interview are accepted?

I couldn't tell you the numbers exactly, ~270 matriculants in Erie, no idea about Seton Hill (~100?). I can say that a huge majority of people that interviewed in July/August were accepted, I'd guess >90%.

so I was processed the 12th of July which I guess really isn't that long ago but when I click on the requirements tab in admissions, it says that 3 credits of English haven't been completed yet...does anyone know if these credits have to be completed before an interview can be offered or denied?

I figured I would hear something back by now with a 3.43 cGPA 3.31 sGPA and 32 MCAT unless the English thing is holding up my application.

I have the same English credit requirement incomplete and received an interview... So you should be fine.

[QUOTE=HockeyDr09;11381770]:thumbup:. Glad to hear of your interview invite, I've been pulling for you ever since the underdog thread. You should be in the second (or third?) interview group which means you should have a strong chance of being accepted. Just try not to stress, and think of one or two legitimate questions that you could ask in your interview group. If you have time leftover they will probably just have you guys ask a couple of questions.


Thanks Man! Ive been psyched since I got it. I will def. think of a few questions to ask. and as for the dress code. I kind of like the idea. were professionals. we should present ourselves as such.

GL this semester!

The time everyone took to answer varied. When I am nervous (and I was) I tend to talk faster than normal. So I got just as much information in as everyone else, but I took less time. I would say 2-3 minutes per answer was what most people were doing, though.

I am not sure what to tell you about a conflict with a teacher. There were questions that other people were asked that I would have had a difficult time answering the same way you would have time discussing a conflict with a teacher. I guess it is a sort of Russian Roulette with what question you get. I personally was asked to describe an accomplishment that I am particularly proud of and that helped to shape who I am today.

If I had never had a conflict with a teacher and they asked me to describe one, I would respectfully say that I was fortunate enough to never have run into that situation, but that I can describe a conflict with a boss/coworker/classmate/friend/someone. The people at LECOM seem really friendly and I would venture a guess that they would give you a little leeway.


Three more questions:
1) Are you saying that, besides telling something about yourself at the beginning and contributing to the group discussion at the end, each person only had one other question to answer?

2) Did each person get a different question?

3) Were people questioned in some kind of order or was it random?

I apologize for being silly about this; it's just that I've never been to an interview and have no idea what to expect.

Again, thanks for the help, and feel free to let me know when I'm being annoying. :p

Hi,

I've already applied here this app cycle. But, I am waiting until september to get my MCAT results back. My question is: when should I expect an invite? November? Thanks.

Three more questions:
1) Are you saying that, besides telling something about yourself at the beginning and contributing to the group discussion at the end, each person only had one other question to answer?

2) Did each person get a different question?

3) Were people questioned in some kind of order or was it random?


1) It went like this: Introductions->Single Question for Everyone->Group Discussion->Questions for the Staff.
So, yes, everyone was only directly asked one specific question when I interviewed.

2) MOSTLY everyone received a separate question. They did repeat a question or two at some point, or alter the original question somewhat then pass it to another person.
(However, when they discussed how the interview would go, they SAID that after our direct question, we would all be given an opportunity to answer anyone's question that we think we would have a good answer to. They never actually got to this, but I suppose it could happen for you. So even after you answer your question, listen to other people's questions and think about them in your own context, just in case.)

3) When we were all asked to introduce ourselves, they just started at one end of the table and proceeded clockwise until we made a lap. Once they started asking specific questions, they randomly jumped around (I was the first person questioned for my group, but in the middle of the table). Then group discussion and asking them questions were both a free-for-all.

I hope that all of this helps.

Hi,

I've already applied here this app cycle. But, I am waiting until september to get my MCAT results back. My question is: when should I expect an invite? November? Thanks.

This depends on your stats. If you have a 3.7gpa and a 37P MCAT, you will probably get one right quick. If you have a 3.0gpa and a 22N MCAT, you may be waiting quite a while. Of course EC's count too. It is really difficult to answer your question with what you have shared with us.

just check my status online, "The Admissions Committee has made a decision on your application. You will receive an official letter in the mail within 30 days."

Hope that's good news O_O.

btw I interviewed in 7/29

anybody else here receive a recruiting email to LECOM the other day?

just check my status online, "The Admissions Committee has made a decision on your application. You will receive an official letter in the mail within 30 days."

Hope that's good news O_O.

btw I interviewed in 7/29


Me too. Hope its good news too

anybody else here receive a recruiting email to LECOM the other day?

Yeah. I had a good laugh with my co-workers because several days after I interviewed they are e-mailing me telling me I should apply. Admittedly, the same e-mail is how I heard of the school last year to begin with.

Yeah. I had a good laugh with my co-workers because several days after I interviewed they are e-mailing me telling me I should apply. Admittedly, the same e-mail is how I heard of the school last year to begin with.
yea ive never even heard of LECOM til i got the email...was funny cuz they decided to split it to half come study DO and half come to LECOM

Yeah. I had a good laugh with my co-workers because several days after I interviewed they are e-mailing me telling me I should apply. Admittedly, the same e-mail is how I heard of the school last year to begin with.

did your status change on lecom portal as well?

did your status change on lecom portal as well?

Yes. I went and checked my portal status after reading chizhang's post about his/hers. They have also made a decision on my application and now I get to wait by the mailbox every day and give the mailman dirty looks every time he doesn't bring my letter.

Anyone from the 7/29 interview date not have their admission status changed yet? Mine hasn't switched to show that a decision has been made :/ I'm kind of nervous about that...

Any more inputs on how your interviews went would be greatly appreciated!!

Hi all,

I was looking at the LOR requirements and saw that two science faculty letters and a DO are required (my university doesn't have a committee letter). Does anyone know how they classify science faculty? Is it just professors of biology, physics, and chemistry? I have letters from two biomedical engineering professors and one taught me in a class called Physiology for Engineers. I have called and emailed but haven't gotten a response. Thanks!

I hope that all of this helps.

It does; thank you so much! :)

Any more inputs on how your interviews went would be greatly appreciated!!

+1

Thanks to everyone who contributed to discussions about LECOM. Your posts are really helpful! In case this might be helpful for some people, I submitted my secondary on 7/7, file was complete on 7/20, and was invited for the 8/19 interview on 7/28. My stats are: overall 3.47; sci. 3.41, highest MCAT 28Q (VR 6, PS 12, BS 10).

Thanks for the sample interview questions and detailed agenda of the interview day! I have more questions, though:

How many interviewers are there? Who are they? The admission committee head and members and medical students?
Did any of them review your applications before the interview, or was it completely blind?
How did you answer questions like "Tell me about yourself?" Since it's very vague, where do you start? Do you talk about something NOT included in your application or re-illustrate some information in there?

Thanks a bunch!

Thanks to everyone who contributed to discussions about LECOM. Your posts are really helpful! In case this might be helpful for some people, I submitted my secondary on 7/7, file was complete on 7/20, and was invited for the 8/19 interview on 7/28. My stats are: overall 3.47; sci. 3.41, highest MCAT 28Q (VR 6, PS 12, BS 10).

Thanks for the sample interview questions and detailed agenda of the interview day! I have more questions, though:

How many interviewers are there? Who are they? The admission committee head and members and medical students?
Did any of them review your applications before the interview, or was it completely blind?
How did you answer questions like "Tell me about yourself?" Since it's very vague, where do you start? Do you talk about something NOT included in your application or re-illustrate some information in there?

Thanks a bunch!

2 Interviewers per group and it'll depend on who you're matched up with. A general description of your interviewers would be the faculty/administration of LECOM which can range from PhDs to DOs to MDs to the upper echelon of the administration.

Closed file interview, they know nothing about you except for what you tell them.

You begin that "vague" question however you wish. They really do want you to tell them a bit about yourself since they know nothing and how you approach that question should be unique as every person has their own special story. It's another way for them to know about your personality and more about you.

2 Interviewers per group and it'll depend on who you're matched up with. A general description of your interviewers would be the faculty/administration of LECOM which can range from PhDs to DOs to MDs to the upper echelon of the administration.

Closed file interview, they know nothing about you except for what you tell them.

You begin that "vague" question however you wish. They really do want you to tell them a bit about yourself since they know nothing and how you approach that question should be unique as every person has their own special story. It's another way for them to know about your personality and more about you.

Thanks jslo85!

me too!!!!!!!!!!!!omg im going nutz

:thumbup: Nice man! I've been following your posts for some time now (yeah, I know a bit stalkerish, but I always look out for fellow Jersey peeps!) and I'm stoked for you bro. Own it!

I have a question: many of the apartment complexes don't come with internet, according to this website
http://www.rentalguideerie.com/

How does somebody get around that?

I have a question: many of the apartment complexes don't come with internet, according to this website
http://www.rentalguideerie.com/

How does somebody get around that?

you pay for it or go without

Another question: A user named Slevin gave a very negative review of the ISP pathway two years ago, saying that it is very disorganized and students don't get the same opportunities and help as LDP students.
http://forums.studentdoctor.net/showpost.php?p=7936712&postcount=1084

Has this changed in the past two years?

Another question: A user named Slevin gave a very negative review of the ISP pathway two years ago, saying that it is very disorganized and students don't get the same opportunities and help as LDP students.
http://forums.studentdoctor.net/showpost.php?p=7936712&postcount=1084

Has this changed in the past two years?
while I cannot comment on change or the ISP I will say that no matter what med school u go to theres ALWAYS going to be at least one person upset with the teaching method or the professors or SOMETHING I try to take everything I read on SDN with a grain of salt

while I cannot comment on change or the ISP I will say that no matter what med school u go to theres ALWAYS going to be at least one person upset with the teaching method or the professors or SOMETHING I try to take everything I read on SDN with a grain of salt
But he said that some ISP students fail their classes while the same isn't true for LDP. I hope at the very least that professors devote their attention to all students and that all pathways have similar pass rates and Step 1 scores.

But he said that some ISP students fail their classes while the same isn't true for LDP. I hope at the very least that professors devote their attention to all students and that all pathways have similar pass rates and Step 1 scores.


They explain all of the details and break-down scores during the first part of the interview day...

Got an interview invite today. Scheduled for 9/23/2011. I could have chosen an earlier date (Sept 9), but chose not to... Hopefully this won't hurt me in any way!

sci GPA 3.65
MCAT 30
CA resident

Interview invite for me as well!! I was complete 8/1.

Interview invite today. Very excited!!

admissions status changed from "congratulations you've been invited for an interview" to "an admissions decision has been made"! guess i'm getting the letter sometime this week?? according to last years thread at least! ah! gonna be obsessively checking the mail the next 4 days :O

Interview invite today september 9th!

But he said that some ISP students fail their classes while the same isn't true for LDP. I hope at the very least that professors devote their attention to all students and that all pathways have similar pass rates and Step 1 scores.

Some LDP students fail classes too... Many people go in to ISP not realizing that it truly is independent study. You are given your books and a list of objectives to answer and have to do it on your own. If anyone had any questions they could go to the professors and ask (or look it up).

It is true that all pathways are similar in terms of scores & pass rates.

is it possible to choose another pathway if after a couple of days into the one you were accepted into isn't "right" for you. Or are you stuck with which ever you choose on interview day.

I got an interview invite today, but I can't find the link to schedule it haha. I logged into portal.lecom.edu, clicked the admissions tab, looked on the left and found nothing. And then I scoured the page and still found nothing. Help?

I got an interview invite today, but I can't find the link to schedule it haha. I logged into portal.lecom.edu, clicked the admissions tab, looked on the left and found nothing. And then I scoured the page and still found nothing. Help?

After clicking on the Admissions tab, the last option on the Admission Menu (left hand side) should be "Interview." Once you click that, you should be redirected to the LECOM Interview Portal, where they have instructions on how to schedule the interview.

I just got an interview today too!!! Scheduled for 9/9 :)

After clicking on the Admissions tab, the last option on the Admission Menu (left hand side) should be "Interview." Once you click that, you should be redirected to the LECOM Interview Portal, where they have instructions on how to schedule the interview.

I just got an interview today too!!! Scheduled for 9/9 :)

It's not there! Craptasmo. I e-mailed them about it earlier today and they never replied. :/ Anyone wanna try to give me the link for scheduling? That would be faaaabulous!

But congrats on your interview!! haha

Awwwwwwwwww yeaaaaaa..... Interview Invite this morning!

i also got an interview invite! does anyone know if it would be better to interview sooner rather than later? i.e., september vs. october?

i also got an interview invite! does anyone know if it would be better to interview sooner rather than later? i.e., september vs. october?
the concensus is the earlier the better. higher chance of acceptance I think.

Does anyone know how to get the LECOM discount for hotels via Scott Enterprises? Do you just mention it when you are booking the room?

those of you who already went to ur interviews, did u guys take anything to the interview (resume, publication etc.) and obviously everyone took their wallets or purses with them? I know weird question, but am wondering if i need to take my resume or anything with me

Also interviewing September 9th! I'm ecstatic.

Oh yeah and how long does the interview day last? It says on the portal it starts at 8am, but I'm just wondering how long we can expect to be there.

Does anyone know how to get the LECOM discount for hotels via Scott Enterprises? Do you just mention it when you are booking the room?

You just mention it when you call to make a reservation. Thats what i did

Hi,

I just got an email from LECOM regarding my app. Thank you for applying to the LECOM Erie College of Medicine. The Office of Admissions received your AACOMAS application. It is currently under review and we will contact you regarding the status of your application

I thought they didn't even review it if we didn't have our MCAT scores in. Or is this normal? Thnx.

PS Mcat scores will be in by Sep.

Hi,

I just got an email from LECOM regarding my app.

I thought they didn't even review it if we didn't have our MCAT scores in. Or is this normal? Thnx.

PS Mcat scores will be in by Sep.

I think that's normal. They didn't send you a secondary yet right?

Oh yeah and how long does the interview day last? It says on the portal it starts at 8am, but I'm just wondering how long we can expect to be there.

The schedule has you there until 1PM, we were done in the ballpark of 12:30PM I think. Pretty much you are at lunch at noon, they take your nametag back, and you can pretty much leave when you want. I stayed and talked with the second year students that they provide to you for questions/discussion.

those of you who already went to ur interviews, did u guys take anything to the interview (resume, publication etc.) and obviously everyone took their wallets or purses with them? I know weird question, but am wondering if i need to take my resume or anything with me

I had my keys, wallet, watch, a pen, a comb, and gum with me. I wrote on the back of my itinerary. Some people did bring nice quality notebooks (i.e. leather) and wrote in those.

Seems my portal status is blank. Anyone else have the same thin on their portal?

Seems my portal status is blank. Anyone else have the same thin on their portal?

Mine's blank for Erie after I scheduled my interview

Mine's blank for Erie after I scheduled my interview

Ok, let's hope it's good news then. I haven't heard back from them yet.

Mine also went blank as soon as I was granted an interview.

Mine also went blank as soon as I was granted an interview.

Alright! I think I got an invite! No email, but I did check the interview tab on the portal page and it allows me to select a date.

Alright! I think I got an invite! No email, but I did check the interview tab on the portal page and it allows me to select a date.

Then yes, congratulations :D

Mine went blank after I got my interview invite, and I had to call the school for them to fix some sort of glitch. Scheduled it, and now everything's back to normal.

Alright! I think I got an invite! No email, but I did check the interview tab on the portal page and it allows me to select a date.

Then congrats! When's your interview date?

Then yes, congratulations :D

thanks!

Then congrats! When's your interview date?

Thanks! Not sure when to schedule it yet, but I'll probably choose a date in October. I need to figure out the flight situation though. Anyone know what airline is best from Los Angeles to Erie?

interview invite for 09/23!! :laugh:

Just rescheduled my interview from 8/19 to 10/7! I am out of the country right now, but I am really psyched about this one! Go neighboring state! I am excited!
Who else is on 10/7?

Interview Invite for 10/14. First interview invite!!! :)

Anyone from the 7/29 interview get the official letter yet??

Anyone from the 7/29 interview get the official letter yet??

Not me...still waiting

I completed a SMP and am reapplying. Retaking the MCAT next week. Should I submit my primary for this school now or wait till I get my mcat score back. Last yr, I was rejected and the school didnt wait for my new mcat scores.

I completed a SMP and am reapplying. Retaking the MCAT next week. Should I submit my primary for this school now or wait till I get my mcat score back. Last yr, I was rejected and the school didnt wait for my new mcat scores.

If you haven't submitted your primary yet to AACOMAS, I would pick a school that you're not super interested in going to and submit. That way they can get started on your verification process while you wait for your MCAT score. Then when you get it back, just add LECOM to the list, pay, and then it'll be submitted right away.

Scheduled for 10/21!

How long were you guys complete before offered an interview?

If you haven't submitted your primary yet to AACOMAS, I would pick a school that you're not super interested in going to and submit. That way they can get started on your verification process while you wait for your MCAT score. Then when you get it back, just add LECOM to the list, pay, and then it'll be submitted right away.


Thanks. Will do by tomorrow!

Interview scheduled for 10/7!!! :)

How long were you guys complete before offered an interview?

About three weeks for me.

Not me...still waiting

Me too, this is getting frustrating! tomorrow will be two weeks since the interview.. I could be wrong but I'm pretty sure one speaker said we would find out within two weeks? ...getting nervous :/

How long were you guys complete before offered an interview?
I was complete ~8/3, offered an interview today. So, less than 2 weeks for me, and I don't have great GPA/MCAT numbers... but I do have good ECs...

Just rescheduled my interview from 8/19 to 10/7! I am out of the country right now, but I am really psyched about this one! Go neighboring state! I am excited!
Who else is on 10/7?

Meeee! :D

Anyone from the 7/29 interview get the official letter yet??

I got mine today...

Accepted :roflcopter:

I got mine today...

Accepted :roflcopter:

Congratulations :D What were ur stats? Any advice about the interview for us next in line ;)

Congratulations :D What were ur stats? Any advice about the interview for us next in line ;)

3.4 gpa's and 31 mcat (instate)

I'd say just try not to stress too much. I was worried because I didn't say anything substantial about universal health care when it came up in my group interview. Just make sure you say enough overall that they can see what type of person you are. Of course its great to talk more lol but if you can't get a word in about everything, don't sweat it.

Also listen well during the introductions to the learning pathways before the interviews (of course you should anyways if you want to go there) as it can provide you with a lot of material to ask about when they ask you for questions during the interview. Plus it's always nicer to have your questions answered in smaller groups than when you're with everyone in the auditorium.

I got mine today...

Accepted :roflcopter:

Awesome! Congratulations! I'm really hoping I get good news either tomorrow or Saturday... which interview group were you in, by the way?

Well, my letter came today, but I have 4.5 hours left at work before I get to go home and open it. Hopefully a bunch of other people got their's today too.

Well, my letter came today, but I have 4.5 hours left at work before I get to go home and open it. Hopefully a bunch of other people got their's today too.

Suspense must be killing youuu

Well, my letter came today, but I have 4.5 hours left at work before I get to go home and open it. Hopefully a bunch of other people got their's today too.

Lucky! Best of luck, I'm sure it is good news! I'm all the way in jersey, so I'm doubtful that mine will come today.. Maybe tomorrow! Ah!

ACCEPTED!! LECOM Class of 2016! Going out of my mind, this is unreal

ACCEPTED!! LECOM Class of 2016! Going out of my mind, this is unreal

Nice, congratulations :D

Accepted to LECOM class of 2016 for LDP!


For those who want to know:
SCI 3.33 - NSCI 3.41 - CUM 3.37
28O the first MCAT and 26N the second.
Lots of EC's, mostly hospital volunteering and a decade of martial arts.

Accepted to LECOM class of 2016 for LDP!


For those who want to know:
SCI 3.33 - NSCI 3.41 - CUM 3.37
28O the first MCAT and 26N the second.
Lots of EC's, mostly hospital volunteering and a decade of martial arts.

Congrats I was rooting for you to get in. I mean you gave so much useful info and sooo helpful that you just can't help but say .... YAY! :D

Accepted to LECOM class of 2016 for LDP!


For those who want to know:
SCI 3.33 - NSCI 3.41 - CUM 3.37
28O the first MCAT and 26N the second.
Lots of EC's, mostly hospital volunteering and a decade of martial arts.

Way to go :thumbup:

does anyone know how grading is done at this school? Is it A, B, C or honors, pass, fail, etc.

Thanks!

90+ A
80+ B
70+ C
Below 70 = fail

Congrats DirectorP32C and ParacrineAgent :D

aww that's awesome. I feel good for you guys! Congrats!

Anyone interviewing for Sept 9th get a second email yet? The first email I received with the invite said that I would get a second one with instructions after I scheduled my interview.

Congrats DirectorP32C and ParacrineAgent :D

Thank you! :)

Accepted for LDP also!! Pheww!!!!!!!!!!!!! crazyyyyyyyyyyyyyy

NICE JOB GUYS! you guys must be goin CRAZY:laugh:

Congratulations guys, look forward to seeing you all on campus next year. If there are any questions that I can answer as a current student, feel free to PM me.

Good luck to everyone else

For those who have been accepted already:

How long do you have until you have to turn in your deposit?
I've been looking at last year's thread, and it looks like they had a month to submit it; is that the case this year?

For those who have been accepted already:

How long do you have until you have to turn in your deposit?
I've been looking at last year's thread, and it looks like they had a month to submit it; is that the case this year?

I thought if you get accepted before october, you get until Dec 15th to make the decision?

For those who have been accepted already:

How long do you have until you have to turn in your deposit?
I've been looking at last year's thread, and it looks like they had a month to submit it; is that the case this year?

I received my letter on the 12th of August and have until the 13th of September for my deposit to be received. Basically, they give you a month.

LastPolarBear, if you interview now, they give you the option to defer your decision until December 15th. That means they put your file in a folder and don't even look at it until then. MOST schools do give you until December 15th, but LECOM does it differently.

I received my letter on the 12th of August and have until the 13th of September for my deposit to be received. Basically, they give you a month.

Thanks!



Does anyone know how strict LECOM is about this whole "send in your LORs before your interview" deal? One of my profs is out of town, so that letter will probably get to LECOM a week or two later...

I couldn't tell you the numbers exactly, ~270 matriculants in Erie, no idea about Seton Hill (~100?). I can say that a huge majority of people that interviewed in July/August were accepted, I'd guess >90%.

There was an article on LECOM's web site that said 104 students were matriculating at SH this year. However, every time we get test scores back it says that there were 101 test takers. But, yes, about 100 down here at SH.

Congrats on all the early acceptances!

BTW, did they give you stats on this year's entering class at the interview (avg GPA, MCAT, etc)? I'd be really curious to know this since we haven't been told this stuff.

BTW, did they give you stats on this year's entering class at the interview (avg GPA, MCAT, etc)? I'd be really curious to know this since we haven't been told this stuff.
I remember the average MCAT being a 27 for this year's entering class. The GPA was something around a 3.4 I want to say, but I don't remember that number exactly. They were mentioning that their numbers were coming up to the average for DO schools around the country.

LECOM sent me an email saying they received my supplemental and that my application is under review. But it says that I have 3 credits defeciency in my behavioral science category. Will they still review my file or wait until I take the class?

LECOM sent me an email saying they received my supplemental and that my application is under review. But it says that I have 3 credits defeciency in my behavioral science category. Will they still review my file or wait until I take the class?

They will review your file. I'm missing 3 credits in Bio and I got an interview at Erie. You just need to complete the credits before matriculation.

I remember the average MCAT being a 27 for this year's entering class. The GPA was something around a 3.4 I want to say, but I don't remember that number exactly. They were mentioning that their numbers were coming up to the average for DO schools around the country.

Thanks! Yeah, DO is getting more competitive every year.

Anyone here interviewing tomorrow morning? Where is everyone staying?

Hey guys,

So after doing a little thinking and talking to current LECOM-E students, I'm starting to feel like PBL isn't the pathway for me... I ranked it first and was accepted into it, but I think LDP might be a better fit for me.. I'm a very structured kind of student, and am afraid that I might get lost and fall behind in the independence of PBL.. I emailed an admissions counselor at LECOM-E about switching. What do you think my chances are of being able to easily switch to LDP since it is so early in the admissions cycle? If I have to stay with PBL, I'll do my best to adapt. But I'd feel way more comfortable with the thought of entering a traditional approach to the medical school curriculum. I picked PBL in the first place because it sounded exciting and interesting, but I feel like medical school is a bad place to try out a new learning method.. what do you all think about the chances of switching to LDP from PBL?

To the people who have interviewed: Did you stay at the hotels that give you a discount? and if so did you rent a car or did the shuttle take you to the school as well as the airport? I am wondering about travel arrangements... Any pointers would be great!

Interview on 11-10-2011:cool:

What happened to October? lol

:thumbup: Nice man! I've been following your posts for some time now (yeah, I know a bit stalkerish, but I always look out for fellow Jersey peeps!) and I'm stoked for you bro. Own it!

Haha thanx man. I'm pretty excited about it. I can't believe its tommorow.

Jersey peeps gotta represent lol

Just an fyi. I'm staying with my wife at the comfort in. Got here about half an hour ago so I'm gonna hit the hay. thanks again for everyones support. Ill let you guys know how it went manyana

Hey guys,

So after doing a little thinking and talking to current LECOM-E students, I'm starting to feel like PBL isn't the pathway for me... I ranked it first and was accepted into it, but I think LDP might be a better fit for me.. I'm a very structured kind of student, and am afraid that I might get lost and fall behind in the independence of PBL.. I emailed an admissions counselor at LECOM-E about switching. What do you think my chances are of being able to easily switch to LDP since it is so early in the admissions cycle? If I have to stay with PBL, I'll do my best to adapt. But I'd feel way more comfortable with the thought of entering a traditional approach to the medical school curriculum. I picked PBL in the first place because it sounded exciting and interesting, but I feel like medical school is a bad place to try out a new learning method.. what do you all think about the chances of switching to LDP from PBL?

I doubt that you will have much trouble at all switching this early in the cycle. The student that I talked to at my interview said that it is much easier to switch PBL -> LDP than the other way around due to the relative number of positions in each pathway.

Just spent the last two hours at northeaster veterinary hospital with my dog. She possibly herniated a disc in her back, can no longer walk and can't tell where her limbs are. All in one day. She had a tiny limp this mourning. And now while I'm just hours away from my med school interview, I'm up at four in the mourning trying to decide what to do if my dogs pain does not subside after two shots of morphine. The vet said if we can't afford surgery (I can't) then we have to consider euthanasia. I'm so heartbroken right now. My little frenchie. She is only three and a half. Can't believe this and its happening so fast. I really hope her pain stops so we can think of other options.

Dude, so SO SO sorry!!! I hope that the dog is able to get comfortable, and I hope you can find a way to fix her... Before you would put her down, please ask friends and family for help paying for the surgery... putting a 3.5yr old dog down would be tragic... they are your friends and family, it can't hurt to ask... tell them it's a loan for a few years until you can pay them back when you're a doctor ;) seriously, this is a time for humility, ask... best of luck to you today, and I hope everything turns out well!

Hey guys,

So after doing a little thinking and talking to current LECOM-E students, I'm starting to feel like PBL isn't the pathway for me... I ranked it first and was accepted into it, but I think LDP might be a better fit for me.. I'm a very structured kind of student, and am afraid that I might get lost and fall behind in the independence of PBL.. I emailed an admissions counselor at LECOM-E about switching. What do you think my chances are of being able to easily switch to LDP since it is so early in the admissions cycle? If I have to stay with PBL, I'll do my best to adapt. But I'd feel way more comfortable with the thought of entering a traditional approach to the medical school curriculum. I picked PBL in the first place because it sounded exciting and interesting, but I feel like medical school is a bad place to try out a new learning method.. what do you all think about the chances of switching to LDP from PBL?

It will be extremely easy. Everyone accepted has a seat for LDP. There are only waiting lists for switching FROM LDP to PBL and ISP, you wouldn't have any problem switching into LDP.

Does the Erie campus also offer PBL or is that only at Seton Hill?

Interview scheduled 10/7 :)

Interviewing 10/14!! So unbelievably excited. LECOM looks awesome

Hey Guys,

So my application status at Erie has been "under review" for five weeks now. I got an invite at Bradenton very quickly but still no word from Erie. I then decided today to check on my required letters and credits, and my D.O. letter and science letter are all tagged with red x's to indicate that they were not yet received. I'm pretty confused about this because my letters were delivered electronically via interfolio on 6/28 and I thought my application would not be under review unless I was complete. I can't seem to contact anyone in the admissions office about this matter. Anyone experience anything similar or able to shed light on this? Thanks!

Hey Guys,

So my application status at Erie has been "under review" for five weeks now. I got an invite at Bradenton very quickly but still no word from Erie. I then decided today to check on my required letters and credits, and my D.O. letter and science letter are all tagged with red x's to indicate that they were not yet received. I'm pretty confused about this because my letters were delivered electronically via interfolio on 6/28 and I thought my application would not be under review unless I was complete. I can't seem to contact anyone in the admissions office about this matter. Anyone experience anything similar or able to shed light on this? Thanks!
it says u dont need to send letters of rec unless u get an interview

Hey Guys,

So my application status at Erie has been "under review" for five weeks now. I got an invite at Bradenton very quickly but still no word from Erie. I then decided today to check on my required letters and credits, and my D.O. letter and science letter are all tagged with red x's to indicate that they were not yet received. I'm pretty confused about this because my letters were delivered electronically via interfolio on 6/28 and I thought my application would not be under review unless I was complete. I can't seem to contact anyone in the admissions office about this matter. Anyone experience anything similar or able to shed light on this? Thanks!

Yes, mine has been under review for just as long and I cannot ever seem to get anyone to answer the phone there. What makes it even harder is I am on the West Coast, so I have less business hours to call them unless I decide to get up at 5am. ugh. *frustrating*

Does the Erie campus also offer PBL or is that only at Seton Hill?

The Erie campus has PBL (and LDP and DSP*).


*DSP is the new name for ISP

Hey Guys,

So my application status at Erie has been "under review" for five weeks now. I got an invite at Bradenton very quickly but still no word from Erie. I then decided today to check on my required letters and credits, and my D.O. letter and science letter are all tagged with red x's to indicate that they were not yet received. I'm pretty confused about this because my letters were delivered electronically via interfolio on 6/28 and I thought my application would not be under review unless I was complete. I can't seem to contact anyone in the admissions office about this matter. Anyone experience anything similar or able to shed light on this? Thanks!

I'm just the opposite. Got an invite at Erie really quick, still "we received your secondary" at Bradenton. You don't need to submit letters until you get an invite. Just a waiting game.

Hey guys I just had the lecom interview today and thought i'd give some feedback. they said we were the 2nd interview wave and that right now it'll be easy to get the pathway you want. The person said it gets a little bit tighter around January so don't stress.

Day went as this: Presentation on curriculum and diff pathways, then interview, then presentation on financial aid, then tour, then lunch with medical students.

Interview questions were straight from the 9 standard questions. My group had 8 people including myself and 2 interviewers. They first asked us to tell them about ourselves and to include in it why we want to be an osteopathic physician and why medicine. Then we each got asked an individual question. They repeated them and these were the ones that were asked in no particular order:

1. Where do you see yourself in 10-20 years and how would you use osteopathic education in it?
2. Name a difficult situation and how you overcame it.
3. What was a difficult time with a professor and what you did.
4. Say a story about an inspirational, positive professor.
5. What is your proudest accomplishment?

Then we were supposed to have a group discussion, but time ran out and we just skipped to asking them questions.

If anyone was there, I was in group C and we re-located two times! haha

Good luck to future interviewees! Don't stress too much; it's fairly laidback as everyone has said before.

Anyone out there have any info on the PCSP? I am interested in it, but I am also terrified of it... anyone??

Anyone out there have any info on the PCSP? I am interested in it, but I am also terrified of it... anyone??

it's condensed into 3 years so you miss out on some stuff. for example, instead of having 24 rotations you would only have 16. Instead of 3 emergency medicine ones, you'd only have one since you're going into primary care. that's all I know about it, but i'm sure the website has more info

Hey everyone, just wanted to give some info on today's interview session!

The interview was done in groups (as previously mentioned) and it is very laid back (also as previously mentioned). Our group was asked to introduce themselves and state an interesting fact and we were each asked one question. The questions I remember were:

Discuss a time you had a conflict with a professor and how you overcame it.
Discuss a time where a professor had a positive influence on you.
What are your greatest accomplishments?
Why osteopathic medicine?


There were more, but thats all I can remember for now. We were then supposed to proceed to the group question where they would ask a question and we could all respond but instead we all started to ask questions to the interviewers. We did this for about an hour and that took us to the end of the interview. It was friendly and we were all laughing throughout the interview, great experience! Let me know if you guys have any questions!

it's condensed into 3 years so you miss out on some stuff. for example, instead of having 24 rotations you would only have 16. Instead of 3 emergency medicine ones, you'd only have one since you're going into primary care. that's all I know about it, but i'm sure the website has more info
The info is very basic, just how it runs... I realize it is somewhat condensed, but the first 24 months are squished into 20... and I am just concerned about passing rates....

Hey guys I just had the lecom interview today and thought i'd give some feedback. they said we were the 2nd interview wave and that right now it'll be easy to get the pathway you want. The person said it gets a little bit tighter around January so don't stress.

Day went as this: Presentation on curriculum and diff pathways, then interview, then presentation on financial aid, then tour, then lunch with medical students.

Interview questions were straight from the 9 standard questions. My group had 8 people including myself and 2 interviewers. They first asked us to tell them about ourselves and to include in it why we want to be an osteopathic physician and why medicine. Then we each got asked an individual question. They repeated them and these were the ones that were asked in no particular order:

1. Where do you see yourself in 10-20 years and how would you use osteopathic education in it?
2. Name a difficult situation and how you overcame it.
3. What was a difficult time with a professor and what you did.
4. Say a story about an inspirational, positive professor.
5. What is your proudest accomplishment?

Then we were supposed to have a group discussion, but time ran out and we just skipped to asking them questions.

If anyone was there, I was in group C and we re-located two times! haha

Good luck to future interviewees! Don't stress too much; it's fairly laidback as everyone has said before.

in regards to the 9 standard questions, what 9 ? lol

I think it is posted in the "Interview Feedback" section

From there:
1. Tell us something about yourself that is not in your file?
2. What is your biggest strength? What is your biggest weakness?
3. What experiences have you had with communications?
4. What is your leadership style and give us an example of when you feel you acted like a good leader.
5. Tell us a time when group work worked more favorably than working as an individual?
6. Tell us a time when you had to handle a conflict?
7. How do you handle stress and give us an example of a time when you effectively handled stress?
8. When did you first learn about osteopathy?
9. When in your life do you feel that an osteopathic approach would have been better than an allopathic approach?

I think it is posted in the "Interview Feedback" section

From there:
1. Tell us something about yourself that is not in your file?
2. What is your biggest strength? What is your biggest weakness?
3. What experiences have you had with communications?
4. What is your leadership style and give us an example of when you feel you acted like a good leader.
5. Tell us a time when group work worked more favorably than working as an individual?
6. Tell us a time when you had to handle a conflict?
7. How do you handle stress and give us an example of a time when you effectively handled stress?
8. When did you first learn about osteopathy?
9. When in your life do you feel that an osteopathic approach would have been better than an allopathic approach?

these are the ones. except it was name 3 positive traits and 1 negative. And the ones that I had in my interview were part of the standard questions. They just read them off the paper and none were curveballs. I had answers prepared for all of them.

There were more, but thats all I can remember for now. We were then supposed to proceed to the group question where they would ask a question and we could all respond but instead we all started to ask questions to the interviewers. We did this for about an hour and that took us to the end of the interview. It was friendly and we were all laughing throughout the interview, great experience! Let me know if you guys have any questions!

I was in this group as well. :]

I was in this group as well. :]

Haha nice to meet you! Whichever one you were lol

anybody know how long it takes for LECOM to send out their final decision after one's interview date?

anybody know how long it takes for LECOM to send out their final decision after one's interview date?

They said within 30 days but generally its about two weeks

There were more, but thats all I can remember for now. We were then supposed to proceed to the group question where they would ask a question and we could all respond but instead we all started to ask questions to the interviewers. We did this for about an hour and that took us to the end of the interview. It was friendly and we were all laughing throughout the interview, great experience! Let me know if you guys have any questions!

I was also part of this group, very laid back. Way more time was spent with us asking them questions than them interviewing us. Great experience overall and it allowed us to get more of a sense of the school, and the interviewers were great.

Very general questions:
Tell about a time where you didn't see eye to eye with a teacher and how you overcame.
Explain a teacher that had a great impact on your life.
Where do you see yourself in 15 years?
Why osteopathy?
What was your greatest accomplishment and why?


They also asked about what area of medicine we thought we might practice.
The "tell me about yourself" part was more structured than I thought. Instead of just asking us to introduce ourselves, they specified things like where did you go to school, what research/clinical experience do you have, anything else we wanted to add, as well as "one interesting fact that a friend might not even know about you" which somewhat threw me off guard but I was one of the last so I had time to prepare and see what types of things others were saying.

Any questions, just ask!

I was also part of this group, very laid back. Way more time was spent with us asking them questions than them interviewing us. Great experience overall and it allowed us to get more of a sense of the school, and the interviewers were great.

Very general questions:
Tell about a time where you didn't see eye to eye with a teacher and how you overcame.
Explain a teacher that had a great impact on your life.
Where do you see yourself in 15 years?
Why osteopathy?
What was your greatest accomplishment and why?


They also asked about what area of medicine we thought we might practice.
The "tell me about yourself" part was more structured than I thought. Instead of just asking us to introduce ourselves, they specified things like where did you go to school, what research/clinical experience do you have, anything else we wanted to add, as well as "one interesting fact that a friend might not even know about you" which somewhat threw me off guard but I was one of the last so I had time to prepare and see what types of things others were saying.

Any questions, just ask!

did anyone bring a folder with like their resume and any various LECOM handouts and/or a regular notebook to the interview?

Has anyone seen this before on LECOM-B application status:"Your file will be re-reviewed by the Admissions Committee in 60 days." I did call on Friday asking the status of my application because it was taking awhile. Do you think they would put me in the penalty box?

I'm confused because I have an interview scheduled with LECOM Erie.

anyone know if the school allows prospective applicants to meet with the doa/tour the school?

did anyone bring a folder with like their resume and any various LECOM handouts and/or a regular notebook to the interview?

some people just brought notepads or portfolios to write in, but i just wrote on the back of my itinerary. all u need is a pen honestly.

did anyone bring a folder with like their resume and any various LECOM handouts and/or a regular notebook to the interview?

the only handout they give is a schedule for the day. all the handouts are on a flash drive they give you when you first come in.

Dude, so SO SO sorry!!! I hope that the dog is able to get comfortable, and I hope you can find a way to fix her... Before you would put her down, please ask friends and family for help paying for the surgery... putting a 3.5yr old dog down would be tragic... they are your friends and family, it can't hurt to ask... tell them it's a loan for a few years until you can pay them back when you're a doctor ;) seriously, this is a time for humility, ask... best of luck to you today, and I hope everything turns out well!
thanks for the support man. Well, we got a second oppinion with our vet when we got home. Unfortunately, he told me the mri is just 2k and the surgery is about 3k. so I know my family and none of us can afford that kind of money. However, My vet said that we can at least try and treat her medically, and that sometimes that works out ok. So she has been on steroids for the last four days and believe it or not is making a pretty crazy recovery. she is now walking all the sudden? I am assuming that because we have her on painkillers she is feeling a lot better and the pain is masked. We are hoping the disc heals and that she can somehow regain a good quality of life. I am a little mad at the emergency vet that we went too. he made some pretty large assumptions, I mean my wife and I were hit pretty hard with this, he made it seem like there were only 2 options. I am very glad I got a second oppinion with my vet back home cause he gave us a tad more hope and she is responding to the treatment better than I could have imagined, is in no pain and althought we are not allowing her too (she is on strict bed rest) can walk around great. The night before my interview was tough to watch, she went from having severe pareses with her left leg to paralysis in her back legs within a 30 minute window. I honestly dont know what happened but shes doing better. its gonna be a long long road but we are almost 99% sure we have ruled out euthanization due to the fact that she has showed improvement (which was the determining factor, my vet said if she doesnt improve within the next 3 weeks then we could think of that option but shes respnded in the last 4 days). you are absolutely right, that would be tragic. but we are of the opinion that its selfish and unfair to keep a dog alive that has zero quality of life. Thanks to A lot of family prayer and her bieng the toughest little bulldog she is doing better.

all this aside, I interviewed on 90 minutes of sleep, so I hope I didnt do too bad lol. I was in group C with a lot of people on here. I hope I get in cause I absolutely loved the school and could definitly see myself there for the next four years. I was very very impressed.

thanks for the support SBB and GL on your interview.

Who's going to be there on Friday? And which hotels are you guys staying at?

Anyone else's status change to "A decision has been made" ?

Anyone else's status change to "A decision has been made" ?

did you interview already or did it just randomly change?

Anyone else's status change to "A decision has been made" ?

:eek:OMG, yes... Ahhh, I want to know now!

did you interview already or did it just randomly change?

Interviewed last Friday, the 19th.
So excited!!

Anyone else's status change to "A decision has been made" ?

yup mine did too. does that mean that the letter will be in the mail already, cuz it also says you'll receive a letter in 30 days

For anyone looking for a really nice hotel to stay in, the Marriott Towneplace Suites its right next to the Millcreek Mall. Its a very nice hotel and very close to campus.

yup mine did too. does that mean that the letter will be in the mail already, cuz it also says you'll receive a letter in 30 days

I don't know if the letter will be in mail already, but both the school and people who interviewed on 7/29 said/received their letters about 2 weeks after the interview date. So we're looking at getting the letters by the end of next week.

For anyone looking for a really nice hotel to stay in, the Marriott Towneplace Suites its right next to the Millcreek Mall. Its a very nice hotel and very close to campus.

And if you want to save money and don't mind staying at a crappy hotel, Days Inn will do. The room I stayed in had a funky odor and I couldn't open the windows because they couldn't be opened. They have a outdoor pool but I didn't use it. They did, however, give me a single room with a queen-size bed and there was a sofa and a coffee table + a desk. Their regular pricing is $249 /night for that room but I only paid $70 via LECOME's discount with them.

I don't know if the letter will be in mail already, but both the school and people who interviewed on 7/29 said/received their letters about 2 weeks after the interview date. So we're looking at getting the letters by the end of next week.

do you know if they email us also on the same day saying what their decision was?

do you know if they email us also on the same day saying what their decision was?

I'm not 100% sure, but I thought they said they will only notify us by mail.

do you know if they email us also on the same day saying what their decision was?

the decision is only through snail mail. they said for legal purposes ( confirming identification) they can't tell you the decision over the phone or via email.

also i stayed at the days inn too, and it was fine. there wasn't a smell or anything. but i suggest whichever hotel you stay in always choose a non smoking room. i think their just cleaner.

yeah interviewed last friday as well and my status changed to a decision has been made! ahh the wait for the letter is going to be awful

ahh dang i'll be going back to school this friday so i'll have to wait for a phone call from my mom..ughh i'd rather be the 1st one to find out

the decision is only through snail mail. they said for legal purposes ( confirming identification) they can't tell you the decision over the phone or via email.

also i stayed at the days inn too, and it was fine. there wasn't a smell or anything. but i suggest whichever hotel you stay in always choose a non smoking room. i think their just cleaner.


Everyone for LECOM-B just calls admissions and asks what the decision was... They have ALL been told yea-nay... soooo, I am not sure that it is impossible for you to call...

Everyone for LECOM-B just calls admissions and asks what the decision was... They have ALL been told yea-nay... soooo, I am not sure that it is impossible for you to call...

Yeah but they asked us not to call, saying they wouldny be able. To tell us. I really want to call though lol

Everyone for LECOM-B just calls admissions and asks what the decision was... They have ALL been told yea-nay... soooo, I am not sure that it is impossible for you to call...

Erie and Bradenton aren't the same committees, so I guess Erie has more tight-lipped admissions people!

They probably are swamped anyway and don't want the burden of having to say yes/no to people :D

Erie and Bradenton aren't the same committees, so I guess Erie has more tight-lipped admissions people!

They probably are swamped anyway and don't want the burden of having to say yes/no to people :D
the question is. will it hurt the decision if you ask? lol Its hard waiting. So who's gonna be the guiny pig? whos gonna try and call?

If it has to be me....Ill do it. for the good of the 8/19 interviewees.

ok, ive talked myself out of it. Im not gonna call. im gonna wait the full 2 weeks. i can do this i can do this

You should call, make up a fake name, and then hang up if they actually start searching for your file. Then call back with your real name. Then you find out either way, win win!

the question is. will it hurt the decision if you ask? lol Its hard waiting. So who's gonna be the guiny pig? whos gonna try and call?

If it has to be me....Ill do it. for the good of the 8/19 interviewees.

ok, ive talked myself out of it. Im not gonna call. im gonna wait the full 2 weeks. i can do this i can do this

I doubt it would hurt your application. They probably would just tell you not to call again, or die.

Thanks so much for posting the interview questions! I am going to start practicing soon since my interview is on Sept 23, is anyone else going that date? I can't believe how people are already accepted, this is my first interview! Where is a good place to stay where I can walk to campus once I check in?

9/23 here ;)

I would ask them if they accepted fee waiver.

all this aside, I interviewed on 90 minutes of sleep, so I hope I didnt do too bad lol. I was in group C with a lot of people on here. I hope I get in cause I absolutely loved the school and could definitly see myself there for the next four years. I was very very impressed.

I only had about that much sleep when I interviewed a year ago and I got in. I was also really hungry and it was really hot. Miserable day.

Anyway, I hope your dog pulls through and you get an acceptance letter. :xf:

I only had about that much sleep when I interviewed a year ago and I got in. I was also really hungry and it was really hot. Miserable day.

Anyway, I hope your dog pulls through and you get an acceptance letter. :xf:
thanks so much. It was a ruff day. I Really hope I get in and she makes a good recovery. I could see her loving the erie weather actually lol

Has anyone seen this before on LECOM-B application status:"Your file will be re-reviewed by the Admissions Committee in 60 days." I did call on Friday asking the status of my application because it was taking awhile. Do you think they would put me in the penalty box?

I'm confused because I have an interview scheduled with LECOM Erie.

I am in the exact same situation. Got the "60 days" status from LECOM-B and an interview for LECOM-E. I dunno. I'm guessing they might be waiting for my summer transcripts to update.

Two questions.
1) How are you guys getting from the hotel to the school?

2) Anyone going to the 10/21 interviews?

What do you guys know about the accelerated primary care pathway? I saw on LECOM's website that you can graduate in 3 years rather than 4 if you plan on doing primary care. That sounds really awesome.

Two questions.
1) How are you guys getting from the hotel to the school?

2) Anyone going to the 10/21 interviews?
I drove.

Hey all, I have been reading these postings for a while, but finally decided to participate. I interviewed there on Friday (8/26). Anyone else? For those of you that have interviewed at LECOM-erie, what did the students you spoke with during lunch have to say about the school? Were they happy with thier choice/the quality of education/the area? I really liked the day, but recieved negative feedback from the student I spoke with during lunch. I hope he was just having a bad day!

Hey all, I have been reading these postings for a while, but finally decided to participate. I interviewed there on Friday (8/26). Anyone else? For those of you that have interviewed at LECOM-erie, what did the students you spoke with during lunch have to say about the school? Were they happy with thier choice/the quality of education/the area? I really liked the day, but recieved negative feedback from the student I spoke with during lunch. I hope he was just having a bad day!

I spoke with three students who were in LBL, PBL and Independent (Directed) pathways at lunch on the interview day, and they all like their pathways very much. They seemed satisfied with the education they are getting. One student said LECOM is big on the students' COMPLEX performance and they do their best to help the students out. I didn't hear anything negative about the school.

I spoke with three students who were in LBL, PBL and Independent (Directed) pathways at lunch on the interview day, and they all like their pathways very much. They seemed satisfied with the education they are getting. One student said LECOM is big on the students' COMPLEX performance and they do their best to help the students out. I didn't hear anything negative about the school.
Awesome, I was hoping I just got a grumpy student. I care more about education/good rotation hospitals/board scores then some of the stuff he was complaining about (such as dress code, badges, places to eat, and the gym hours), so I tried to take everything he was saying lightly.