Who is applying this year?

Please post stats, location, and Pikeville's rank on your list of Osteopathic Schools.

:):):):):):):):)

I am from Pikeville, currently attending Eastern Kentucky University for my MPH.

UG GPA 2.5 (Berea College) ScGPA 3.0
Grad GPA 4.0
Taking MCAT in AUG
25/f

and of course Pikeville is my #1 pick.

I am from Kentucky [Louisville]. Currently at Wright State University doing 'Research'.
3.1 SciGPA
3.2 CumGPA
Taking MCAT in 5 weeks.
Military prior-enlisted/Officer
30 yr old Dude.
PCSOM is the school that I want to go to!!

I am from Kentucky [Louisville]. Currently at Wright State University doing 'Research'.
3.1 SciGPA
3.2 CumGPA
Taking MCAT in 5 weeks.
Military prior-enlisted/Officer
30 yr old Dude.
PCSOM is the school that I want to go to!!

Awesome! When do you plan on getting your application in? Have you heard anything about the rise in accepted applicants this year?

Ill get that in the day that opens up, I'll be down there next week to check it out, again. Honestly I'm just concentrated that I'm one the ones accepted. I'll do whatever it takes.

Looking forward to applying here! I have below average stats, but I would love to serve undeserved areas... so hopefully Pikeville will grant me an interview!

I am applying here too. I spent my early years in one of those KY/TN towns, but moved away in middle school--still a small town in the South though. I am really attracted to rural areas though

GPA: cGPA 3.3 sGPA 3.7 (I graduated with a 2.7 GPA in a non-science field in undergrad. All the science classes I have taken have been since graduation)
MCAT: 36R
5 years experience as respiratory therapist
would go right now if they let me in

I am applying here too. I spent my early years in one of those KY/TN towns, but moved away in middle school--still a small town in the South though. I am really attracted to rural areas though

GPA: cGPA 3.3 sGPA 3.7 (I graduated with a 2.7 GPA in a non-science field in undergrad. All the science classes I have taken have been since graduation)
MCAT: 36R
5 years experience as respiratory therapist
would go right now if they let me in

Wow nice MCAT man.

I'm applying here, Pikeville is in the top half of my list of schools.

25y.o. female
Portland, OR
23R MCAT
3.3 Cum GPA

Seattle, WA
3.49 cgpa, 3.25 scigpa
30M
24 female

On the top half of my list :)

Looking forward to applying here! I have below average stats, but I would love to serve undeserved areas... so hopefully Pikeville will grant me an interview!

What are your stats? Mine are pretty low too, it's making me nervous haha.

What are your stats? Mine are pretty low too, it's making me nervous haha.

3.4cGPA, 3.0 sGPA. I haven't gotten my MCAT scores back yet, but I'm not feeling too great about it..

3.4cGPA, 3.0 sGPA. I haven't gotten my MCAT scores back yet, but I'm not feeling too great about it..

Ahh, well you're still in a better GPA boat than me lol. I'm working on my master's hoping that and a good MCAT which I can't take until AUG will help. I'm also from Pikeville so maybe I'll get a little extra glance hah.

:D

Good luck to y'all.
I'm from canada so might be slightly harder for me to get in.
cGPA 3.4 sGPA 3.5 My prereq gpa ~3.9. I have plenty EC
mcat 26Q after 2.5weeks of studying. I'm retaking it this Aug but applying in June
Pikeville is my 4th choice sorry guys...

Just FYI. Pikeville is a little bit biased toward those in the Appalachia region and producing primary care docs for rural areas per its mission statement. Not saying you cannot get in not being out of that region but it's something to think about if you are trying to decide where to spend that hard earned secondary money.

Matriculating Facts-Class of 2011

Applications: 2,033
Applications from Kentucky: 119
Completed Applications: 638
Completed Applications from Kentucky: 79
Students invited for interview: 165
Students interviewed: 129
Students accepted: 94
Students on alternate: 8
Students rejected: 18
Students accepted and paid: 76
Total new students: 76
Students repeating from 2010: 4

Average MCAT
Verbal: 7.59
Physical Sciences: 6.96
Biological Sciences: 7.42

Average overall GPA: 3.3

I agree with James here. I'm from the Pacific Northwest, and I applied to this school in 2010/2011 cycle, and after I submitted my secondary, they emailed saying they received it, but are really biased towards applicants in their region. It was a waste of my money. Really know what schools you want to apply to and if they're biased! But hey, if it's your top choice, go for it :)

I agree with James here. I'm from the Pacific Northwest, and I applied to this school in 2010/2011 cycle, and after I submitted my secondary, they emailed saying they received it, but are really biased towards applicants in their region. It was a waste of my money. Really know what schools you want to apply to and if they're biased! But hey, if it's your top choice, go for it :)

Thanks SNDO, I've been in the PNW all of my life and will keep this in mind when deciding which secondaries to complete. Did you hear anything else from them other than that they had received your application? Also, if you don't mind my asking, were your stats above avg/below avg/about avg?

I am from kentucky not very far from Pikeville and it is def my #1 pick!!

3.23 Cgpa (english & Bio major)
3.53 nonscience gpa
2.9 sgpa -low I know :(
waiting on my mcat score
24 Female

When is everyone applying?

I am from kentucky not very far from Pikeville and it is def my #1 pick!!

3.23 Cgpa (english & Bio major)
3.53 nonscience gpa
2.9 sgpa -low I know :(
waiting on my mcat score
24 Female

When is everyone applying?

My GPA is pretty low too! So I am right there with ya, where are you from? I plan to get my app in by Aug as soon as my physics grades from this summer post, and plan to take the MCAT Aug 12. So they should have everything from me Mid-September. I'm worried it's a little late, but I want to at least try this round. I know of people with average scores who applied in Jan and still got interviews so, we'll see.

When do you plan to apply?

I am from kentucky not very far from Pikeville and it is def my #1 pick!!

3.23 Cgpa (english & Bio major)
3.53 nonscience gpa
2.9 sgpa -low I know :(
waiting on my mcat score
24 Female

When is everyone applying?

I just submitted my primary about 15 mins ago... now its the waiting game! :)

I just submitted my primary about 15 mins ago... now its the waiting game! :)

Keep us updated PunkFan!

I just submitted my primary about 15 mins ago... now its the waiting game! :)

Keep us updated PunkFan!

SMITHLE85,

Im glad Im not the only one lol we can encourage each other :) Im from Knott County. I got an interview last year so I think your right to go ahead and apply. Have you taken the mcat once aready? Im waiting on my score still. But I was thinking about waiting til around sepember also.

Punkfan86,
good luck!!! I hate waiting its the worst, its so great that you got yours in so early though.

SMITHLE85,

Im glad Im not the only one lol we can encourage each other :) Im from Knott County. I got an interview last year so I think your right to go ahead and apply. Have you taken the mcat once aready? Im waiting on my score still. But I was thinking about waiting til around sepember also.

Punkfan86,
good luck!!! I hate waiting its the worst, its so great that you got yours in so early though.

Kentuckylady,

My fiance is from Knott! What's your name, I bet you two know each other! lol...

When did you apply last year? What was your first MCAT?

Aug will be my first time taking it, so I'm waiting until I finish Physics this summer to take it. Where did you do your Ugrad?

Hey hey, small town central KY guy!

GPAs: 3.7c 3.56s
MCAT: Taking July 6th for the first time, averaging 26 at the moment!

Got my primary in as soon as the cycle opened up!

My list of DO schools is 1.) PSCOM and 2.) LMU-DCOM, which I just visited and thought was amazing. I'd still rather go to Pikeville though! :)

Also applying to UofL but am thinking that would be a stretch unless I improve to a 30 on the MCAT! Good luck everybody!

Rural PA guy, looking for a Med school with a small class size, Pikeville is my second choice. I'd like to get down there to tour the camous/town but we'll see.

cGPA 3.95
sGPA 3.95
MCAT 27O

Submitting my primary tomorrow!

I'm submitting primary ASAP as I say everyday...but how many of the 79 seats are out of staters, the hard fact statistics are really helpful but I think regional preference is annoying because coming from Midwest, no schools shows me preference but can't complain, try my best and get into any school I apply too....

I feel I have good stats based on the average for recent class, but I'm from Midwest but I am open to working in a rural or small town in Midwest and currently interested in pursuing family medicine

I knew this school had a regional basis, but that isn't for just KY residents, correct? I'm from (and live in) TN, which I thought would be good enough.

Submitted my primary on the 10th (hoping for a short verification process)

cgpa 3.45/sgpa 3.24 [unoffical]. Low MCAT originally (but good enough for their 'average,' it seems) but retook it May 20th - scores out soon, but I didn't feel good about it :-(

Whenever anyone hears anything, please post!!

By the way what are some of your volunteering experiences if you have any and dont care to post them.

Hey guys! I think I will be applying here as well. I'm waiting for summer grades and will be taking the mcat soon. My gpa isn't great, but I'll apply anyway and see what happens :)

Just FYI. Pikeville is a little bit biased toward those in the Appalachia region and producing primary care docs for rural areas per its mission statement. Not saying you cannot get in not being out of that region but it's something to think about if you are trying to decide where to spend that hard earned secondary money.

Matriculating Facts-Class of 2011

Applications: 2,033
Applications from Kentucky: 119
Completed Applications: 638
Completed Applications from Kentucky: 79
Students invited for interview: 165
Students interviewed: 129
Students accepted: 94
Students on alternate: 8
Students rejected: 18
Students accepted and paid: 76
Total new students: 76
Students repeating from 2010: 4

Average MCAT
Verbal: 7.59
Physical Sciences: 6.96
Biological Sciences: 7.42

Average overall GPA: 3.3

Does anyone know how accurate these stats are? It seems really low on the MCAT especially the bio....

where can u get those stats for other schools? they seem really good, especially knowing the number of completed applications, how many were invited to interview, how many actually did interview, etc

Has anyone heard anything from Pikeville yet?

I havent heard anything from pikeville but Ive heard from everyone else Ive applied to. Has anyone heard from pikeville??

Starting this year, I believe, it will no longer be PCSOM. It's being renamed (along with the college-Pikeville College -> University of Pikeville) to Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Starting this year, I believe, it will no longer be PCSOM. It's being renamed (along with the college-Pikeville College -> University of Pikeville) to Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Good we can call it KCOM! Oh, wait...

Good we can call it KCOM! Oh, wait...

lol

KYCOM lol

the average is 21 but they accept only country rural residents???

not fair as I don't get preference in the state I live in and why are the standards lower for rural residents?

the average is 21 but they accept only country rural residents???

not fair as I don't get preference in the state I live in and why are the standards lower for rural residents?


false. they don't only. mostly but not only.

but yea i'd like to know as well.

@melo: mostly meaning 80% and you aren't even planning on going here smarty pants so why are you even commenting haha

WHAT DO YOU GUYS THINK? submitted my primary, waiting for secondary.

Experience: Military (Marines- tour in Iraq), Shadowed DO (have letter), Worked with brain injured adults, Overcame some of obstacles(ex. Orphan, foster care, homeless stuff like that), very interested in this school.

cGPA: 3.58, SGPA: 3.67, MCAT: 21


Thanks for your input adn good luck, oh yea NJ resident.

im similar to you pan...

im similar to you pan...

My mcat is a 24 after a retake. So i am kinda similar to you guys as well. GPA is a 3.76, science is 3.70. I hope its not all stats....

Really, nice to know, I think :scared:. It would be awesome to get at-least an interview hopefully two. If I get two or three, I think I have a shot. I picked my schools wisely so hopefully it works out.

how many schools are you sending out to?

Pikeville should be sending secondaries soon. Last year it was around mid-July when they came out so we could see them this week. Best of luck everyone.

I really wish Pikeville would send the secondary!!! Anyone heard anything??

I am from Memphis, TN, and I applied to PCSOM this year because it's one of the closest DO schools to where I live, along with LMU-DCOM. I really don't know anything about the school so does anyone want to tell me about it?

20 yo male
GPA: 3.7
Sci GPA: 3.67
MCAT: 27Q

Also applied to Pikeville! I'm still waiting for my primary to be verified though...

I'm from CA...I know that might hurt my chances but oh well; it never hurts to try!

22 yr old female
3.7 cGPA
3.6 sGPA
MCAT: 24Q

Where's the secondary?! I was processed by AACOMAS a month ago.

Where's the secondary?! I was processed by AACOMAS a month ago.

Chillax SavoirFaire, it doesn't sound like anybody has received a secondary yet. Tho, I, too, am getting anxious to get it. Let's just keep hoping it will come soon!

Chillax SavoirFaire, it doesn't sound like anybody has received a secondary yet. Tho, I, too, am getting anxious to get it. Let's just keep hoping it will come soon!


No secondary here yet either and Ive already done and sent in one secondary. Im really hoping it comes this week!!

No secondary here yet either and Ive already done and sent in one secondary. Im really hoping it comes this week!!


Did I read somewhere that you interviewed this last cycle? If so, did they suggest you reapply?

Did I read somewhere that you interviewed this last cycle? If so, did they suggest you reapply?

Yea I interviewed last year and they told me to reapply. Im so excited I made my application alot stronger so I think this year Ill have a much better chance.

Hey guys,

As a UPike Student, I'm obviously applying here

I talked to the admissions office, she said they've been in the process of getting everything changed over to KYCOM and that it would take a while before anyone would receive secondaries. This was about 2 weeks ago.

Yea, I think the re-structuring is pretty good though. Last year when I called admissions I only got in once out of 30 tries. This year, I can bug them all I want haha.

I still haven't gotten the secondary either. Last year they begin interviewing in October and sent out those invites around the first of September. Looks like things may get started later if secondaries still haven't been sent.

Hey guys...i am a nj resident... received no reply for KYCOM. all i know is that they have downloaded my letters of recommendation from virtual evals and thats about it. Hopefully I (not being anywhere close to pikeville) receive a secondary.

I talked to Admissions yesterday...they said Secondaries should be coming any day now

Sounds great. Hopefully they'll come this week. It's already August. Best of luck everyone.

Im still waiting also!!

Can anyone tell me how much of a regional bias there is at Pikesville? As a CA resident will it be difficult? Thanks in advance.

Can anyone tell me how much of a regional bias there is at Pikesville? As a CA resident will it be difficult? Thanks in advance.

If I remember correctly there is a very strong regional bias at this school. However, it has been a few years since I researched schools so that could have changed...but I don't think it has.

For a regional bias, does that mean KY only, bordering states, Southeast...? I'm from Georgia.

The MCAT and GPA averages were much lower than many other schools, which made me think they are more mission-oriented with preference given to students who want to work in rural areas. Is this true?

For a regional bias, does that mean KY only, bordering states, Southeast...? I'm from Georgia.

The MCAT and GPA averages were much lower than many other schools, which made me think they are more mission-oriented with preference given to students who want to work in rural areas. Is this true?

Yes to basically all of that. They have a STRONG appalachian bias. They are VERY geared towards training rural physicians.

Has anyone received a secondary from Pikeville yet? I have already received one interview invite to another school. I wonder what is taking so long.

Has anyone received a secondary from Pikeville yet? I have already received one interview invite to another school. I wonder what is taking so long.

No :( I'm anxiously waiting though!!

No :( I'm anxiously waiting though!!

Same here! I'll post if I hear or receive anything. :)

Thanks!

Hey all- first post!

just submitted my primary yesterday. im hearing secondary apps are right around the corner.

BTW- the name for the school has changed. It is now University of Pikeville- Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine.

I hope so! I really like this school! Fingers crossed...

Awesome! When do you plan on getting your application in? Have you heard anything about the rise in accepted applicants this year?

I have heard about the rise in accepted applicants. The reason for this is the brand new $30+ million facility they are building which will open up in march/april of 2012. This new state of the art facility will allow the school to matriculate 100 applicants this cycle, and then 125 the next cycle.

Still no word on secondaries?

Still no word on secondaries?

Still no secondary. I already have 3 interviews, the first on August 30th. I really hope we get the secondary soon.

I would think interviews would start end of October at the earliest. Secondaries? Who knows?

Fingers crossed that we get secondary applications this week. I talked with the admissions person a week ago and they were hoping to get them out anytime. He said the plans were still to begin interviews in October.

Hey guys! I'm applying to Pikeville this year as well!

However, I'm a little afraid for my wife because I don't know hoe easy it would be to find in the area. She has a bachelor's degree in management information systems. Anyone know anything about this? :scared:

hey did everyone receive an email with the link to the supplemental application? I clicked on it but I'm not being transferred to a page to create a username and password. Is anyone having this same problem?

hey did everyone receive an email with the link to the supplemental application? I clicked on it but I'm not being transferred to a page to create a username and password. Is anyone having this same problem?

not having that problem yet because i haven't gotten that e-mail yet... hmm...

hey did everyone receive an email with the link to the supplemental application? I clicked on it but I'm not being transferred to a page to create a username and password. Is anyone having this same problem?

Yes!! It takes to me a different site that says username and password but no matter what you enter it just denies you! If you figure this out please let me know

Yes!! It takes to me a different site that says username and password but no matter what you enter it just denies you! If you figure this out please let me know

Check your email again, they should have sent you an updated link.

https://www.applyweb.com/apply/pikemed/

Anybody have any idea if there are any requirements for the statement of intent?

No email yet :( hmm...

Check your email again, they should have sent you an updated link.

https://www.applyweb.com/apply/pikemed/


thanks they did!

Check your email again, they should have sent you an updated link.

https://www.applyweb.com/apply/pikemed/

how long was your secondary?

Was disappointed I had to get yet another letter of recommendation. I had a committee letter with 2 science faculty and my DO letter, but I requested a letter just now from another science faculty to satisfy KYCOM's requirement of 3 different letters. Hopefully this will be resolved quickly and I can submit the secondary application soon. I have finished it just waiting for a response from my science professor and for him to send it into interfolio.

Good luck to everyone!

What are the essay prompts?

Anybody have any idea if there are any requirements for the statement of intent?


Essentially a reiteration of your Personal Statement from the AACOMAS

does anyone know what address we should send in the letters? I tried to look for it and found regular one, but I don't want to send them to wrong address.:(

Still no secondary :( Pikeville is one of my top choices, so hopefully I didn't get a rejection... I just want a secondary!!

does anyone know what address we should send in the letters? I tried to look for it and found regular one, but I don't want to send them to wrong address.:(

Even if you're not using Interfolio, if you look up the school through that site they should have the correct address. Or you can always call the admissions office.

So question... for the "Statement of Purpose" is that where you are all putting your essays or are you writing something here and also sending essays. Lol, I am assuming this is where the essay goes.

-- Edit: I am dumb, I re-read the instructions, the statement of purpose box is where the essays go.

So question... for the "Statement of Purpose" is that where you are all putting your essays or are you writing something here and also sending essays. Lol, I am assuming this is where the essay goes.

-- Edit: I am dumb, I re-read the instructions, the statement of purpose box is where the essays go.


Statement of purpose is were your essay goes! Good luck

Submitted my secondary yesterday! Glad to finally be done! :)

I haven't received a secondary yet. Does anyone know if they screen? The CIB says Supplemental Applications are "Sent to All Applicants" and then under that it says "URL by invitation only".

I haven't received a secondary yet. Does anyone know if they screen? The CIB says Supplemental Applications are "Sent to All Applicants" and then under that it says "URL by invitation only".

Same here. At first I thought maybe it was just the in-staters receiving them, but that's not the case. I've never heard of them doing screening, but who knows...

Was disappointed I had to get yet another letter of recommendation. I had a committee letter with 2 science faculty and my DO letter, but I requested a letter just now from another science faculty to satisfy KYCOM's requirement of 3 different letters. Hopefully this will be resolved quickly and I can submit the secondary application soon. I have finished it just waiting for a response from my science professor and for him to send it into interfolio.

Good luck to everyone!

So you have to get 3 science letters now? Or is it three letters from professors (2 science, 1 non science) and a DO letter?

Hey everyone! I got a secondary from them about 4 days ago, but I'm slightly confused about the "Statement of Purpose" section. Are they seriously just asking us to put our personal statement again, or can we write something different if it's still centering around the idea of "why medicine" (etc.)?

Wow, scratch that. I'm a genius! Please ignore my question. :(

Submitted my secondary yesterday! Glad to finally be done! :)

Same here, submitted last night and it was a huge relief! :soexcited: Now I only have one secondary left and then I will be done with ALL of my applications and just have to wait for interview invitations! :xf:

Hey everyone! I got a secondary from them about 4 days ago, but I'm slightly confused about the "Statement of Purpose" section. Are they seriously just asking us to put our personal statement again, or can we write something different if it's still centering around the idea of "why medicine" (etc.)?

Wow, scratch that. I'm a genius! Please ignore my question. :(

I am still wondering the answer to this question! What is the statement of purpose?! It's so general I have no idea what to put there.

I am still wondering the answer to this question! What is the statement of purpose?! It's so general I have no idea what to put there.

I basically discussed the same points I made in my personal statement but in different ways. I also tailored it more to Pikeville specifically and how their school would be a good fit for me considering I was born and raised in eastern Kentucky. Primary care and rural medicine are two big points for me which are both aspects of Pikeville's mission statement.

I am still wondering the answer to this question! What is the statement of purpose?! It's so general I have no idea what to put there.

The application tells you what they want out of the statement of purpose. In some ways, yes it does seem like rehashing your personal statement, but it also asks for some more specific things (like why KYCOM). I made some of the same points as my personal statement, but mostly tried to write something new so they wouldn't think it was laziness. Good luck!

The application tells you what they want out of the statement of purpose. In some ways, yes it does seem like rehashing your personal statement, but it also asks for some more specific things (like why KYCOM). I made some of the same points as my personal statement, but mostly tried to write something new so they wouldn't think it was laziness. Good luck!

Oh, you're right. It does say what they want. It's on the first page of the secondary. :o Thanks for pointing that out.

Still haven't received a secondary :( I thought they didn't screen but now I'm not sure. Given their stats I would assume I would not be screened out but who knows I guess. I'll just have to be patient a little longer and maybe give them a call in a week or two just to be sure.

Still haven't received a secondary :( I thought they didn't screen but now I'm not sure. Given their stats I would assume I would not be screened out but who knows I guess. I'll just have to be patient a little longer and maybe give them a call in a week or two just to be sure.

When did you submit your primary?

Still haven't received a secondary :( I thought they didn't screen but now I'm not sure. Given their stats I would assume I would not be screened out but who knows I guess. I'll just have to be patient a little longer and maybe give them a call in a week or two just to be sure.

I'm still waiting too... Frustrating. I haven't heard a peep from them. I would really like a secondary though... hmm.

Also, I submitted my primary back in June.

I just received an email today telling me that I was going to be scheduled for an interview soon!

I just received an email today telling me that I was going to be scheduled for an interview soon!

Exciting! I see that you are IS. When were you complete if you don't mind me asking, and also... they schedule the interview for you?!

I just received an email today telling me that I was going to be scheduled for an interview soon!

@DrGaga, that is so exciting! I got an e-mail yesterday also saying all they are waiting on are my LORs (even tho I sent them over a week ago!) and then they are interested in scheduling me, too! OMG, I'm so stoked! Here's wishing good luck to us both!

When did you submit your primary?

Submitted to AACOMAS in July and verified/released to schools early August.

Got the same interview email as Dr. Gaga.

Went in to talk to Admissions, they said that I'd probably hear about interviews sometime next week.

More than likely, it'll be the last weekend of the month.

Hi All,

I spoke to admissions recently and wanted to let anybody who is waiting for their file to be complete: the lady who processes all of the electronic LORs & etc has been on medical leave but should be back next week to process that stuff, so be patient and maybe touch base with them if you don't hear anything by the end of next week. Enjoy the long weekend!

Can someone post the email they got for the interview? I got a follow-up that they would be in contact next week but it was an answer to a question I had regarding timeline so I'm not sure if they meant that my app would be completed by next week or that interview invites would go out next week.

I received the email that my secondary had been successfully submitted and time stamped on August 23rd. My letters were all received back in July, so the secondary was all that had to be finished. I received another email on August 30th telling me that my secondary had been downloaded by the admissions staff, and on September 1st, I received my email notifying me about interviews. I posted the email below:

"Thank you for your interest in KYCOM. We have received your secondary application and our records show you have all necessary documents in your file to proceed with your application. The admissions committee has identified you as a strong candidate and we will be contacting you shortly concerning interview date. I look forward to speaking to you soon. Thanks!"

@DrGaga, that is so exciting! I got an e-mail yesterday also saying all they are waiting on are my LORs (even tho I sent them over a week ago!) and then they are interested in scheduling me, too! OMG, I'm so stoked! Here's wishing good luck to us both!

That's awesome! Good luck to you, too!! I'm so excited that this process is finally winding down!

Thanks for posting the details on your interview invite. Congratulations and best of luck.

Thanks for posting the details on your interview invite. Congratulations and best of luck.

You're welcome, and thanks! Good luck to you, too!

@Dr. Gaga

When you get an email about interview dates...text me and I'll do the same...

@Dr. Gaga

When you get an email about interview dates...text me and I'll do the same...

You know I will! :) We will definitely interview the same day.

Can someone confirm the number of LOR's required... I thought we needed 3 (2 science and 1 non scenic) and 1 DO letter. Is this correct or is it 3 science letters?

Can someone confirm the number of LOR's required... I thought we needed 3 (2 science and 1 non scenic) and 1 DO letter. Is this correct or is it 3 science letters?


I sent in 2 science faculty letters and a D.O Letter.

what is typically the MCAT average of last year's class?

Just got an interview invite!

September 30 @ 1

Interview for 9/30!!!! So soon! I need to start my research on KYCOM and Pikeville. The campus itself looks beautiful from their online pics. Very excited to go to Kentucky for the first time!

Don't post a lot, but just wanted to chime in and say I just got an interview invite for 9/30 as well!

I still havent received an email saying I am complete. But I know everything has been turned in. Is anyone else having this problem?

Interview for 9/30!!!! So soon! I need to start my research on KYCOM and Pikeville. The campus itself looks beautiful from their online pics. Very excited to go to Kentucky for the first time!

Interview for 9/30, too! This will also be my first time to KY, so very exciting! Already bought my plane ticket, w00t! :banana:

I still havent received an email saying I am complete. But I know everything has been turned in. Is anyone else having this problem?

I would call and check, thats what I had to do. They are very nice about updating you about your application.

Hey I got the email too that I am interviewing 9/30 @ 1pm. Second interview for the month. Look forward to meeting everyone!

thanks, I called last friday and they said they were pulling my recommendations but not heard anything since so I dont know.

Congrats to all that got an interview invite.

For any re-applicants out there, I talked with them today and they will be reviewing re-applicant files separately next week.

thanks, I called last friday and they said they were pulling my recommendations but not heard anything since so I dont know.

I never got a complete email, so I emailed them on 9/1 and this was the response:
"Thank you for your interest in our school. Our records show we have already received your secondary application and the only thing missing from your file is the LOR’s. We look forward to receiving these letters as our committee has identified you as a strong candidate for interview. Thanks!"

Then I got the email today about an interview!

Got my interview invite yesterday! I'm a little disappointed because they gave me the September 30th date, and I have an immunology exam that day. It's taught by a professor who is on the board for another medical school I applied to...can't get it moved!! I called, and their next interview date is October 14th and 15th...I have two med school interviews for another school on those days! Sooo I'm interviewing November 5th now! I wish I could interview with you guys! Good luck!

I never got a complete email, so I emailed them on 9/1 and this was the response:
"Thank you for your interest in our school. Our records show we have already received your secondary application and the only thing missing from your file is the LOR’s. We look forward to receiving these letters as our committee has identified you as a strong candidate for interview. Thanks!"

Then I got the email today about an interview!


okay thanks, hopefully Ill hear something soon.

Congrats to all that got an interview invite.

For any re-applicants out there, I talked with them today and they will be reviewing re-applicant files separately next week.


Well maybe thats why Ive not even heard Im complete I really hope so!! Are you reapplying?

I am. They told me the re-applicants would be reviewed by the admissions committee next week so I dont know if the complete email will come or if just an interview invite will come to those that are invited.

I am. They told me the re-applicants would be reviewed by the admissions committee next week so I dont know if the complete email will come or if just an interview invite will come to those that are invited.

okay thanks!! I really hope I havent annoyed them I was just getting really worried and noone told me that lol. If you hear anything pleasepost and Ill do the same.

do they interview/accept people with 22 mcat? Because their average is 24

do they interview/accept people with 22 mcat? Because their average is 24

Do they? Yes. You'll most likely have to be from Appalachia though.

do they interview/accept people with 22 mcat? Because their average is 24

I've got a 23, I'm from OR, and I am interviewing on 9/30. Can let you know about the acceptance part when I know (*here's hoping*)!

I wish I would hear back from Pikeville :( I haven't heard a peep from them. I am from Ohio and would love to stay in the Appalachian area... hmm.

DJack did u improve your mcat from April in your August retake?

how come i still havent received a secondary?
does this mean i wont be getting one?
i dont get it whyyyyy

I called them today only to get a voicemail. My call was not returned (yet? I hope!). I am confused as to why I have yet to even receive a secondary when I have a 25R MCAT, am a TN resident, have a gpa around their average, have a ton of healthcare experience, and am coming from a top 20 school I know they are familiar with. I hate silence :( I'm interested in this school too. I hope they contact me back about a secondary, because we are getting a little late in the game am I'm starting to get nervous.

DJack did u improve your mcat from April in your August retake?

Not sure yet. I get my scores in a week :xf:

Hey all,

I just finished finalizing my flight, hotel, and car rental bookings. If anybody else who is interviewing on 9/30 would like to jump in & share the cost of the car rental just PM me. See you guys soon! :hello:

To those who got interviews or rejected, how long are they taking to review secondary apps after you submit them??

To those who got interviews or rejected, how long are they taking to review secondary apps after you submit them??

I submitted Aug 27th, which was confirmed on the 28th and downloaded by admissions on the 30th. Then was offered an invitation to interview on Sept 9.

I called them today only to get a voicemail. My call was not returned (yet? I hope!). I am confused as to why I have yet to even receive a secondary when I have a 25R MCAT, am a TN resident, have a gpa around their average, have a ton of healthcare experience, and am coming from a top 20 school I know they are familiar with. I hate silence :( I'm interested in this school too. I hope they contact me back about a secondary, because we are getting a little late in the game am I'm starting to get nervous.

I am in the same situation too, no secondary yet! I am sure others are too so let us know what you find out. If they don't return your call then I'll try calling next. The CIB says they send secondaries to all applicants so perhaps that is not true??

I am in the same situation too, no secondary yet! I am sure others are too so let us know what you find out. If they don't return your call then I'll try calling next. The CIB says they send secondaries to all applicants so perhaps that is not true??

Me three... please keep us updated on what you find out Vandyam!

Still haven't heard nothing about being complete or anything about an interview. I wonder whats taking so long :(

I didn't hear anything either last week. From the looks of things on the message board, their next round of interviews are 10/14 and 10/15. If that's the case, interview invites will have to go out soon for those dates. The 9/30 so far seems to be the only date that invites have been extended for.

I also got an interview on the 30th!! :) soo excited.

Has anyone tried to contact admissions? I left two messages last week but no one has called back?

I didn't hear anything either last week. From the looks of things on the message board, their next round of interviews are 10/14 and 10/15. If that's the case, interview invites will have to go out soon for those dates. The 9/30 so far seems to be the only date that invites have been extended for.

Has anyone tried to contact admissions? I left two messages last week but no one has called back?


I really hope they do something soon!!! It so depressing. I know u cant email them I have def tried that and it gets you no were. If they ever get back to ya let us know.

They have answered the phone when I called. I have called a couple times over the last few months and they answered. I spoke with them a week and a half ago but have heard nothing since.

Just got done with a mock interview at my school's career center and now I am even more anxious (in a good way :thumbup:) for next Friday! Anybody else excited/ anxious/ ready for the 9/30 interview?? :woot:

Just got done with a mock interview at my school's career center and now I am even more anxious (in a good way :thumbup:) for next Friday! Anybody else excited/ anxious/ ready for the 9/30 interview?? :woot:

Hey I'll be at that interview too! Hopefully they aren't too hard on the interviewees :xf:

Good luck everyone doing the 9/30 interviews!!

I hope to get an interview soon:/

Did it take about 2 weeks for most people to hear back after submitting their secondaries and letters of rec/fees paid??

Got my interview invite yesterday! I'm a little disappointed because they gave me the September 30th date, and I have an immunology exam that day. It's taught by a professor who is on the board for another medical school I applied to...can't get it moved!! I called, and their next interview date is October 14th and 15th...I have two med school interviews for another school on those days! Sooo I'm interviewing November 5th now! I wish I could interview with you guys! Good luck!

If the next round of interviews is October 14th and 15th, that leaves 3 weeks from today. Interview invites should come out very soon if that's the case I would think. Crossing my fingers they do.

Hi all....are there any current students with advice for those with upcoming interviews? TIA

I interviewed at this school 2 years ago. My interview fell on the last weekend of interview dates and they informed us that the entire class had been filled the week prior. Basically, we were interviewing for waitlist spots and I didn't get in at that time. I've now been in grad school and improving my stats and re-applying this year.

For those curious about how the interview day goes, I'll share my experience. Of course, this is assuming that they haven't changed the process since I interviewed. All of the interviewees are in one room together and 1st and 2nd year students will come out and talk to you while you wait to be called back for your interview. (Not sure if this is true or not, but I was told by a student prior to my interview that the school is using this method to see how you interact with others.) You'll get called back to a separate room and you will be interviewed by two people. The interview is open file.

For me personally, my interview was very laid back and myself and the interviewers were cracking jokes and having fun. I've been told that the ease of your interview really depends on who interviews you. Some of them can be pretty harsh, but this might not be a bad thing. A med student told us before we had our interviews that before he was accepted he had gone through the interview process twice. The first time, his interview was fun and laid back and then he was rejected. The next time he applied, the interviewers were really down on him and he ended up getting accepted.

I sent my primary to PCSOM in early July (although they did not receive my MCAT score until the beginning of September) and I still have not heard anything from them. Not even a conformation that they received my primary from AACOMAS. I called and left a voicemail about a week ago, but I have not heard back. Anyone have any ideas why I haven't heard from them? I know my MCAT score is not great (25N), but the rest of my statistics should be competitive (Overall GPA: 3.62, Science GPA: 3.42, Non science GPA: 3.77, Dual major (biology/psychology), 1000+ hours of community service, Lots of shadowing, and currently a volunteer in an ER). PCSOM is one of my top schools. I've heard back from every other school I applied to. Just wondering why not PCSOM. Any advice?

Thanks for answering...insightful information

I sent my primary to PCSOM in early July (although they did not receive my MCAT score until the beginning of September) and I still have not heard anything from them. Not even a conformation that they received my primary from AACOMAS. I called and left a voicemail about a week ago, but I have not heard back. Anyone have any ideas why I haven't heard from them? I know my MCAT score is not great (25N), but the rest of my statistics should be competitive (Overall GPA: 3.62, Science GPA: 3.42, Non science GPA: 3.77, Dual major (biology/psychology), 1000+ hours of community service, Lots of shadowing, and currently a volunteer in an ER). PCSOM is one of my top schools. I've heard back from every other school I applied to. Just wondering why not PCSOM. Any advice?

Keep trying to contact them, I've found the earlier in the morning the better (I live on the west coast and they called me at 630am my time once. From what I've read on past forums Angel is the only person in the office so be persistent, but patient and polite. Good luck!

I have spoken to them in the morning and afternoon and they usually pick up...Just try calling Ronnie Collins, he's the admissions director and ask for him

He's also super nice and told me admissions meets weekly and usually look at apps on Thursday so by Friday they should know the next batch of people to be interviewed and notify them by early next week!

Good luck!

Thanks for responding. I'll attempt another phone call tomorrow morning.

I have spoken to them in the morning and afternoon and they usually pick up...Just try calling Ronnie Collins, he's the admissions director and ask for him

He's also super nice and told me admissions meets weekly and usually look at apps on Thursday so by Friday they should know the next batch of people to be interviewed and notify them by early next week!

Good luck!

So you're saying they told you this Friday they should know the next batch of people?

Last Friday, I called and they told me they meet weekly usually Thurs or Friday and they should be reviewing applications and notifying next batch of applicants early next week like Monday or Tuesday of next week.

By the way, since they are adding the Coal Building in 2012...is the class size increasing as well from 75 to 125? Here is the article I found:

http://migration.kentucky.gov/newsroom/governor/20101008pikeville.htm

http://www.coalminingourfuture.net/the-news/83--coal-building-ground-breaking-pikeville-college.html

If the class size does double, I'm happy. That mean's there's more spots for interviews and acceptances!:)

Does anybody know anything about Dr. Atley or Dr. Litman, as far as being interviewers goes? Thanks!

Last Friday, I called and they told me they meet weekly usually Thurs or Friday and they should be reviewing applications and notifying next batch of applicants early next week like Monday or Tuesday of next week.

By the way, since they are adding the Coal Building in 2012...is the class size increasing as well from 75 to 125? Here is the article I found:

http://migration.kentucky.gov/newsroom/governor/20101008pikeville.htm

http://www.coalminingourfuture.net/the-news/83--coal-building-ground-breaking-pikeville-college.html

If the class size does double, I'm happy. That mean's there's more spots for interviews and acceptances!:)

Thanks for the information on the timeline. The last I heard from Angel in admissions, the class size was increasing (this was a few months ago). I know it will eventually support 125, but I'm not sure if it'll jump from the 75-80 they admit now to the 125 right away. Either way, more spots will be opening.

Does anybody know anything about Dr. Atley or Dr. Litman, as far as being interviewers goes? Thanks!


I don't know much about Dr. Litman (What I have heard, he's really nice), but Dr. Deatley is hilarious...he's really easy going and fun to talk to.

Last Friday, I called and they told me they meet weekly usually Thurs or Friday and they should be reviewing applications and notifying next batch of applicants early next week like Monday or Tuesday of next week.

By the way, since they are adding the Coal Building in 2012...is the class size increasing as well from 75 to 125? Here is the article I found:

http://migration.kentucky.gov/newsroom/governor/20101008pikeville.htm

http://www.coalminingourfuture.net/the-news/83--coal-building-ground-breaking-pikeville-college.html

If the class size does double, I'm happy. That mean's there's more spots for interviews and acceptances!:)

If I recall properly, the incoming class size for next year (Class of 2016) will probably be around 100-ish, with the subsequent year reaching the anticipated 125 limit.

I don't know much about Dr. Litman (What I have heard, he's really nice), but Dr. Deatley is hilarious...he's really easy going and fun to talk to.

Awesome, thanks for the info! They are my interviewers this Friday... Flying in tomorrow!

Awesome, thanks for the info! They are my interviewers this Friday... Flying in tomorrow!

I've got Drs. Pope and Reymer

I'll probably get there a little early tomorrow...

I've got Drs. Pope and Reymer

I'll probably get there a little early tomorrow...

Good luck to those interviewing tomorrow. Do they tell you when they send the invite which interviewers you have?

Good luck to those interviewing tomorrow. Do they tell you when they send the invite which interviewers you have?

Thanks

no...you can call and find out

Hey guys! I just submitted my primary and was wondering what the secondary questions are for the Pikeville secondary?

Thanks!

Good luck to those interviewing tomorrow. Do they tell you when they send the invite which interviewers you have?

No, you have to call the week of your interview if you want to know.

Things went well today, I think. Here's hoping for good news!!! :thumbup: :xf:

Just drove back to Alabama from Pikeville (6.5hrs) for me. I had a really good experience ,the new school is going to be great with vastly improved technology. All of the students were very nice and eager to ask questions. I was told today by my interviewers that I should hear back quick, probably a week. The interview was very laid back for me and I really enjoyed it. I was very suprised on my tour of the Gross Anatomy lab that I actually was able to see the cadavers! My previous interview at DCOM did not allow the cadavers to be visible, so this was a definite plus for me today.

Also, if anyone is interested you get Dell Laptops and also a ipad2 which is cool. As you may know all the expenses are covered in the tuition so there is definitely some value here. There was a lot of people interviewing today, I would guess 30-40! Not exactly sure on how many will be accepted.

Good luck to everyone! With the new school I expect this school to move up a lot of people's list. I interview at DMU next Friday then should have a good idea where I would like to go if I was accepted.

Hi all....are there any current students with advice for those with upcoming interviews? TIA

Hey i'm a current first year at KYCOM any questions just throw me a msg i will try to be on here a few times a week. Its blck week for us right now so i apologize in advance if i dont get back too quickly :) just reply to this post and i will subscribe or send me a personal msg on here :)

Just canceled my interview for October 15th. Good luck everyone!

When were you invited for the 15th?

I rescheduled a 9/30 interview.

how many weeks/days in advance were people notified for the 9/30 and 10/14 or 10/15 interview?

From talking to Angie, they meet weekly usually Thursdays and told me to call back Friday for an updated app. status...

Generally, what is the chance at acceptance here after receiving an interview? Does anyone have any stats like how many apply, how many get interviewed, and how many accepted?

Also, has anyone gotten accepted for Class of 2016 yet? I know they had interviews in late Sept- 9/30 I believe?

I'm not sure what the chances are, but a student there told me that sometimes on interview days they have two lists of those being interviewed. One list is students they've pretty much already decided to admit and the other is students they're unsure of and are bringing them in to see what they have to say.

how many weeks/days in advance were people notified for the 9/30 and 10/14 or 10/15 interview?

From talking to Angie, they meet weekly usually Thursdays and told me to call back Friday for an updated app. status...

I was told by some students last year that they were notified on a tuesday or wednesday. I interviewed last week and was told I should hear back tuesday or wednesday but no call yet.

Just now got an email inviting me to interview on October 15th!

I was told by some students last year that they were notified on a tuesday or wednesday. I interviewed last week and was told I should hear back tuesday or wednesday but no call yet.

Don't worry too much, they also said that the Dean (who makes the calls) is/was in Europe, and that the calls may be a little delayed. I was there last week, too, so I'm hoping we hear soon!

Generally, what is the chance at acceptance here after receiving an interview? Does anyone have any stats like how many apply, how many get interviewed, and how many accepted?

Also, has anyone gotten accepted for Class of 2016 yet? I know they had interviews in late Sept- 9/30 I believe?

Since it is rolling admissions, generally the earlier the better your chances. One student guessed that probably 8 out every of 10 people who interviewed last week would probably be admitted since we were the first batch of interviewees (there were about 30-40 of us there). We should be notified this week of our admission status.

how many weeks/days in advance were people notified for the 9/30 and 10/14 or 10/15 interview?

From talking to Angie, they meet weekly usually Thursdays and told me to call back Friday for an updated app. status...

Well i just received an invite for interview on 10/14 yesterday, so that gives me only 10 days. Are 10 days enough to get ready? Has anyone here received an interview on such short notice? I thought they give 3 or 4 weeks in advance notice. Should I ask for an extension date or is it better to go for an interview earlier? I really wish I had 3 weeks to prepare which is why i am asking. I mean will it lower my chances of getting accepted if I extend the date? Help and advice will be greatly appreciated. Thanks and sorry for the bombardment of questions :-)

Well i just received an invite for interview on 10/14 yesterday, so that gives me only 10 days. Are 10 days enough to get ready? Has anyone here received an interview on such short notice? I thought they give 3 or 4 weeks in advance notice. Should I ask for an extension date or is it better to go for an interview earlier? I really wish I had 3 weeks to prepare which is why i am asking. I mean will it lower my chances of getting accepted if I extend the date? Help and advice will be greatly appreciated. Thanks and sorry for the bombardment of questions :-)

The longer you wait, the more seats will be filled by those previously interviewed (rolling admissions), and if you do your research on SDN and Google there is no reason you shouldn't be prepared for an interview in 10 days (especially if you use your weekend wisely). It may not give you enough time to set up a mock interview, which I found very helpful, but I could be wrong. As an aside about prepping for the interview, I found that even just discussing question topics with those closest to you is helpful in formulating/articulating your answers. Good luck!

Whoever that already interviewed...

How long are the interviews?

How stressful was it?

How many people interview you and does this include faculty or physicians?

What are the questions you got asked?

Thanks in advance:)

Whoever that already interviewed...

How long are the interviews?

How stressful was it?

How many people interview you and does this include faculty or physicians?

What are the questions you got asked?

Thanks in advance:)

From my experience:

Interview was approx 40 mins, but it went longer than they expected because we got sidetracked and started chatting.

Low stress, more conversational. I was one of the first called to be interviewed out of the whole group, tho, so I didn't have to sit there and worry very long. The 1st & 2nd year students that were there were very friendly, and there was a nice intro presentation before the interviews started.

I was interviewed by 1 DO (Assoc Dean, professor, and ran the free clinic) and 1 PhD (Assoc Dean and professor)

Questions were related mostly to my application (a more personal rather than strict interview), which included the research paper that I am going to be a published author on, the weaknesses of my application, why KYCOM (I'm from OR), among others including the generic 2 strengths & 2 weaknesses.

Hope this helps.

I was verified about a week ago and I have not heard anything from this school. How long did it take for other people to receive secondaries?

I was verified about a week ago and I have not heard anything from this school. How long did it take for other people to receive secondaries?

It took awhile to get a secondary. Close to 3-4 weeks for me I believe. But then it took about 2 weeks to hear about an interview.

Yes getting a secondary took about 4-6 weeks for me.

Just got my acceptance call!

Just got my acceptance call!

+1..........super excited!

Just got my acceptance call!

Accepted too!! Second acceptance. I have one interview remaining Friday then a tough decision following. A wonderful problem to have!!! Good luck everyone!!

Accepted too!! Second acceptance. I have one interview remaining Friday then a tough decision following. A wonderful problem to have!!! Good luck everyone!!

Accepted!!! Such an incredible feeling!

One more interview this Friday, too.

I got my acceptance call today!! :)

Congrats on the acceptances everyone. Looks like a lot were accepted that interviewed. Hope the trend continues.

Anyone that was interviewed or accepted:

Did they ask a lot of ethical or current events or healthcare reform questions?

Sounds like most of you said it was rather laid back and personal...they're trying to find out more about you and why you want to go to their school...

Would those admitted mind sharing stats? :D and Congrats!!

Did anyone send in thir recommendations electronically? I sent in two electronicaly and I dont believe they have received them.

Would those admitted mind sharing stats? :D and Congrats!!

3.3/23R/OOS
Secondary Complete 8/27
Interview offer 9/9
Interviewed 9/30
Accepted 10/5

Did anyone send in thir recommendations electronically? I sent in two electronicaly and I dont believe they have received them.

I sent all of mine (4) via Interfolio or VirtualEvals and they had no problem receiving them.

I'm so happy to see they accept out of state students as well!

On paper, many people think Pikeville accepts "lower tiered" applicants. Rubbish. I will say that in all my dealings with Pikeville graduates, which are vast, they are down to earth and top notch physicians!

Congratulations to all of you! Eastern Kentucky is packed with good hardworking people and you will certainly enjoy your time there! :thumbup:

Would those admitted mind sharing stats? :D and Congrats!!

cGPA: 3.53
sGPA: 3.3
MCAT: 26L

Secondary Complete: 8/23
Interview Offer: 9/9
Interview: 9/30
Accepted: 10/5

Hey guys, so I just wanted to verify it was a open file interview? So they can see our application including mcat/grades/essays??

Did you guys get asked about your grades/MCAT?

Lastly, do you contact Angel Hamilton the week prior to the interview to know the names of your interviewers?

Its open file and they can see all of your stats during the interview. And yes, you can ask Angel the week of the interview to find out who will be interviewing you.

First Acceptance!
28Q
3.67 cGPA
3.54 sGPA
Does anyone know if they post a residency match list anywhere online??

To those that interviewed already, please fill out the SDN Interview Feedback for PCSOM/Pikeville-KCOM because I see the most current one is from April 2011 and it would be helpful to many people:)

Does anyone know if they post a residency match list anywhere online??

This is the best I've found so far: http://www.natmatch.com/aoairp/stats/2011sklstats.htm#

This is the website for the osteopathic match: http://www.natmatch.com/aoairp/

Does pikeville only have interviews once a month? I know the next date is OCt 14th, but are there anymore in October?

Does pikeville only have interviews once a month? I know the next date is OCt 14th, but are there anymore in October?

They're also having one on the 15th, but other than that I'm not sure.

what is the tuition for pikeville?

what is the tuition for pikeville?

I don't know for sure, but their 2011-2012 student hand book talks about the different amounts of loans you can get and the average debt that students are in when they graduate. Judging by that it seems like its around $38,000 per year.


http://www.upike.edu/UPike/media/UPike/Documents/KYCOM/Academics/KYCOM-Handbook-11-12.pdf

The tuition is about $34,000-$35,000 based on College Information Book released by AACOMAS.

We paid $36,500 this year for tuition. Hope that helps you guys...it may go up next year (thats kind of expected each year)

The tuition is about $34,000-$35,000 based on College Information Book released by AACOMAS.

HEre is a list of the current dates for interviews-
OCTOBER 14, 15

NOVEMBER 4TH-5TH

DECEMBER 2ND-3RD

JANUARY 6TH-7TH and 20TH

FEBRUARY 7TH-18TH

MARCH 16th-17th

APRIL 21ST

They're also having one on the 15th, but other than that I'm not sure.

How many people are generally invited to interview per day? Like 20 people? I wonder how many they accept per interview date and if there's like a limit per day or they can accept as many until the class gets filled?

do you think I have a chance with
3.6 cgpa/sgpa
21 MCAT :(
Florida resident for five years
lived in Ohio most of my life

do you think I have a chance with
3.6 cgpa/sgpa
21 MCAT :(
Florida resident for five years
lived in Ohio most of my life

Sure you do. But you have to get your application in. There is only 100-125 spots so competition will be tight the longer you wait. Remember, the only way you have no chance is if you never apply.:)

Good Luck!

if you have lower stats, they look for your extracurriculars, healthcare experiences, and essays to see if your goals reflect their mission...but anything is possible!!

Compared to years past it seems like Pikeville is moving really slow this year. Does that seem true or is it just me?

Patience is a virtue, my friend:)

Compared to years past it seems like Pikeville is moving really slow this year. Does that seem true or is it just me?

That seems to be the vibe I'm hearing from everyone. It took a long time to get secondaries out. But they moved pretty fast from the time I got my complete email to the time I received an interview invite. It was less than 2 weeks for me.

This may have been answered already but when do they consider your application complete? I am waiting on my DO letter, but I have every other letter to send. I've filled out the secondary and submitted that as well. Thanks for the help.

Does Pikeville accept Jan mcat?

This may have been answered already but when do they consider your application complete? I am waiting on my DO letter, but I have every other letter to send. I've filled out the secondary and submitted that as well. Thanks for the help.

They won't consider you complete until they have the DO letter, that is one of the required letters. Maybe you can call Angel and talk to her if there are extenuating circumstances though, I don't know for sure.

Does Pikeville accept Jan mcat?

Yes, they will accept Jan 2012 MCAT scores, see link below.
http://www.aacom.org/about/colleges/Pages/default.aspx

Just got my MCAT score yesterday. I hope a 24M is alright. I turned in my secondary ages ago so I'm hoping they offer an interview soon. 2nd time applying.

For those of you that have been accepted have you received your official acceptance packet yet?

For those of you that have been accepted have you received your official acceptance packet yet?

Nope, not yet. They said it would be coming in the mail, but didn't really give a timeline as to when...

how long does it take after the interview to find out if you are accepted or not?

I know the committee meets either Wednesdays or Thursdays..when do they email people for interviews?

We were interviewed on Friday and I received my acceptance phone call the following Tuesday or Wednesday (can't remember for sure).

how long does it take after the interview to find out if you are accepted or not?

If anyone knows anybody that would be interested in mcat tutoring, preferably close to Pikeville, let me know. It would be a great way to earn some money on the side :)

I have Dr. Samara and Dr. Lushia as my interviewers...I don't know if that's how you spell their names but anyone know what specialty or what subject they teach?

I have Dr. Samara and Dr. Lusha as my interviewers...I don't know if that's how you spell their names but anyone know what specialty or what subject they teach?

Dr. Lushia teaches biochemistry and I'm not sure about Dr. Samara.

Did you just call and ask who your interviewers were? I sent an email to Angel but haven't heard back yet. She's probably swamped with emails so I should probably just call!

I have Dr. Samara and Dr. Lushia as my interviewers...I don't know if that's how you spell their names but anyone know what specialty or what subject they teach?

i would go to the KYCOM website and look, it was the easiest way. Google is also a good way to find out.

Anyone interview with Dr. Betz or Gearheart?

Do you mean dr. Seniera? He is the anatomy teacher. And yes lushia is the biochem prof. Both of which are very nice. I had lushia as one of my interviewers and have him now for biochem. He really wants ppl to suceed and will ask about how you deal with getting a bad grade. Seniera can come of very nice or very inwtimidating. (even as a teacher) but he truely wants whats best for the students. Good luck!

Dr. Betz is very nice but he can come across as very cold. Once your past that you will be fine. He is the main guy for clinical skills and he may even crack a few jokes with you :) Gearhart is the phisio teacher and we just had him for a lecture in research methods. This was the fist time we had a lecture from him and he likes to make people laugh. He seems very down to earth. Good luck!

If she doesnt answer you can ask a first or second year to check for you the day of. They will fill you in on what to know about them :)

I know the committee meets either Wednesdays or Thursdays..when do they email people for interviews?

Typically 2-4 weeks prior to the date of the interview.

how long does it take after the interview to find out if you are accepted or not?

I got my phone call monday afternoon after the interview.

It could take a week or so to get you actual acceptance letter but it wont be too long!

Thanks futurecardio for the information. It's very helpful.

Thank you for your insight! Good luck to everyone interviewing tomorrow:)

Done packing, ready for the long drive tomorrow!

Have a safe drive!

And I can't wait to meet everyone interviewing Saturday :)

Excited and nervous for tomorrow!! Ahhh it's almost here...so close!

Just got into my hotel here in Pikeville. So excited for tomorrow!

Interview done...It was very short about 15 min! I was last so I think they wanted to leave, but he said keep your phone nearby next week....which is a good sign?

first they thought I was too young (I'm 21 and a senior in college) because I guess most of the applicants were a few years older...Also, they didn't have my whole application because they thought I only had done 88 credits?? But I have done more than 100 and I guess there was some application confusion.

Overall, in the end he asked me to sell myself and I talked about why I'm a good candidate and he said, "I'm sold. I like your energy, you've got spunk" And he said keep my phone nearby so I guess it went well?

I hope so:/

Hi guys I was just wondering if anyone could post some information on housing availability or any suggestions to those recently accepted.. thanks!:) and good luck to everyone interviewing..i will say my interview was relaxed and a big part was devoted to why pikeville? why D.O.? ..

With Pikeville being an established school for so long, are there scholarship opportunities available to qualified applicants? This information is always really vague online and I'm not seeing much on Pikeville's website.

Thanks everyone and good luck with interviews! :luck:

For open file interviews, can interviewers see what schools you applied to? Do they ever ask how you would pick a school if you got multiple acceptances?

For open file interviews, can interviewers see what schools you applied to? Do they ever ask how you would pick a school if you got multiple acceptances?

I don't believe they can see which schools you applied to, though pretty much any question is fair game, including the one above. I was not asked that question in my interview, though.

I'm definitely getting anxious now...my interview was Saturday and I still haven't gotten a call, but the Dean was out of town on Saturday...pray for me!!

I'm definitely getting anxious now...my interview was Saturday and I still haven't gotten a call, but the Dean was out of town on Saturday...pray for me!!

I think the calls usually come anytime from monday-wednesday. When I saw you posted on here, I thought for sure you were posting to say you got the call and you had been accepted haha. I didn't get a call today either, but its good to know that it seems those haven't gone out yet!

No call either for me today. Hoping we get the call tomorrow.

I don't believe they can see which schools you applied to, though pretty much any question is fair game, including the one above. I was not asked that question in my interview, though.

ok thank you! and good luck to everyone who has interviewed..hope you all hear good news soon =)

Got accepted today!!!!

Got accepted today!!!! Congratulations!!!! When did you interview?

accepted!!!! :) life is good >_<

Accepted as well today! Interviewed this past Saturday.

Accepted too!!

Congratulations!!!! When did you interview?
Interviewed this past Saturday

For those of you accepted, could you post your stats and IS or OOS.

Thanks:)

3.58 science gpa
3.67 overall gpa
22Q mcat
6 years of military medic experience
Florida resident

Congrats to all those that received acceptances today.

I have been accepted to a school closer to home -- west coast -- and will be declining my acceptance from KYCOM, so hopefully that will free up another spot for a future interviewee! Best of luck, everyone!

I got the call today as well--ACCEPTED!!!

My first med school acceptance...it feels good:)

By the way, is there a facebook group for Class of 2016?

Hi guys I was just wondering if anyone could post some information on housing availability or any suggestions to those recently accepted.. thanks!:) and good luck to everyone interviewing..i will say my interview was relaxed and a big part was devoted to why pikeville? why D.O.? ..

housing is a pain in the butt. Try adams and hensley rental agencies. I would start looking now and plan on at least paying a few months early. I started renting in mid april for august...housing situation is tight so that is why you need to rent early. Also check the paper, stop in appilacian express they will give you a paper and will try to help you. Be prepared for some crazy rent. I pay 825 for a 2 bedroom town house and thst doesnt include utilities. Now there are cheaper places, even some that are furnished, i just liked this place ans was the only place i found over weeks of looking that i liked so i jumped onit. If you rent from adams make sure you have a copy of your acceptance, that and some personal info is all they need. They will send out a housing list for you with phone numbers in the spring, and they will send emails as they get info on places to live. I wold suggest friending some first and second years on fb and ask if they are moving or if they have heard of anything opening up by august. Good luck guys!!!!:luck:

Can anyone post a match list for 2010 or 2011? I can't find it anywhere!

QUESTION!!
Did you use your AACOMAS essay for their statement of purposes in the secondary application? They did not really specify what they want you to write about.

does anyone have a hard time getting ahold of the admissions office? I have an interview on the 4th (or so the email invite said) and I am trying to find the best way of getting there. i've resorted to the 15 hour drive from kansas city i think as i have an interview the following week on the 8th in tennessee. however i dont even know if i have been officially given the spot because I haven't gotten a response from the admissions office. i got the invite the confirmed on the 13th confirmation email sent 15th. called on the 17th no answer. left message and email. no answer yet. called the 18th twice. no answer. today i decided to call over random periods throughout the day and also no answer. therefore i decided heck ill call the university line. this prompted me to the osteo department where i was transferred (by a machine) to two separate admissions people (no answer for either) and also to the front desk to which i also got a machine. What the heck is going on?!?

Should i be concerned i didn't get my interview spot or just show up on the fourth and say what's up y'all? lol.

TIA, Ross

QUESTION!!
Did you use your AACOMAS essay for their statement of purposes in the secondary application? They did not really specify what they want you to write about.

i think any opportunity you have to tell more about yourself should be used to say something different than what they have all read in your primary. just my .02

How long did it take for everyone to get a complete email after they submitted the secondary? I submitted mine about two weeks ago. My interfolio letter also hasn't been downloaded by them and it had been ready for a month, are they just busy with the transition?

They only have 1 person working in the admissions office and she has to sort through 2,000 applications. I would email Angel Hamilton or Ronnie Collins if you don't hear back after 2 weeks following submission of your secondary.

For me, they took 2 weeks after I submitted to get the complete email and interview invite.

Try calling Mr. Collins. You would probably have better luck. He seems pretty nice.

I'm still waiting for them to download my new MCAT scores. Hoping I can be invited to the November interview.

does anyone have a hard time getting ahold of the admissions office? I have an interview on the 4th (or so the email invite said) and I am trying to find the best way of getting there. i've resorted to the 15 hour drive from kansas city i think as i have an interview the following week on the 8th in tennessee. however i dont even know if i have been officially given the spot because I haven't gotten a response from the admissions office. i got the invite the confirmed on the 13th confirmation email sent 15th. called on the 17th no answer. left message and email. no answer yet. called the 18th twice. no answer. today i decided to call over random periods throughout the day and also no answer. therefore i decided heck ill call the university line. this prompted me to the osteo department where i was transferred (by a machine) to two separate admissions people (no answer for either) and also to the front desk to which i also got a machine. What the heck
Should i be concerned i didn't get my interview spot or just show up on the fourth and say what's up y'all? lol.

TIA, Ross


With only one person working admissions it gets tough. I wojuld call everyday around 8 and leave a msg and i would send emails ince a day with high urgency. She will get back to you its just hard. I wouldnt be suprised if thye got your conf and just didnt reply so if you dont hear back. Y then just show up! You do not want to miss this chance. Ohhhh and we are on fall break 28th- 31st of october so dont expect anything those two business days....they clo the offices too. Good luck! Oh and i may be at the nov interviews we will have to see how bad block weekend is!

well i got a hold of a guy named ron? thank goodness.

I got accepted here as well on Tuesday, my interview was Friday so I probably met a few of you already, hope to see you again in July.

well i got a hold of a guy named ron? thank goodness.

Ronnie Collins is the director of admissions I believe.

for those accepted, how long did it take to receive the mailed packet?

for those accepted, how long did it take to receive the mailed packet?

I interviewed on 9/30 and just received my packet last night, but I also live on the West Coast. Also, the "packet" was really just an acceptance letter.

Does anyone know what the interview/acceptance rate is or last years data such as how many interviewed and how many were accepted?

Thank you in advance!

Does anyone know what the interview/acceptance rate is or last years data such as how many interviewed and how many were accepted?

Thank you in advance!

Just saw this after posting on the WVSOM thread:

US News and World Report Says:


Instate: Applied: 142 , Interviewed: 94 , Accepted: 64 , Enrolled: 47

OutofState: Applied: 2389 , Interviewed: 127 , Accepted: 106 , Enrolled:33

This seems off to me...not sure though..but thats what it said

I interviewed on 9/30 and just received my packet last night, but I also live on the West Coast. Also, the "packet" was really just an acceptance letter.

haha ok thanks! just got the phone call tuesday, so I might still have to wait a bit

I called admissions and talked to academic affairs and they said KYCOM does not release match list information/residency placements...and I thought it was rather strange as I know mostly every other DO school does....

Anyone know if a facebook group has already been made for the 2016 class?

I just submitted my secondary today. I've been trying to get in touch with KYCOM for about 2 weeks about my fee waiver and gave up today and just paid the $75. Of course then I got an email with Ronnie Collins number and called him, immediately got an answer, and luckily will be refunded the $75. Think today was late submitting or still have a shot at an interview before Jan?

They have 2 more rounds of interviews in November and December, so you still have a shot!

Also, I couldn't find the Facebook group for Class of 2015 or 2016 and the Class of 2015 people had written it on the board during the interview but I don't know if I'm typing the wrong name?

For those of you accepted, could you post your stats and IS or OOS.

Thanks:)

There is hope for everyone with a low GPA like myself. 2.9/2.9 GPA, 28 mcat, OOS, light on volunteer hours and I got the call on Tuesday. Pretty sure this is our favorite place so far. And you get an iPad 2 :)

I just submitted my secondary today.....and i was just wondering how long did it take ppl from the date of submitting their secondary till you got a call for interview? also...im from NEW JERSEY...i feel like i have NO SHOT!

GPA overall :3.1
GPA science :3.2
MCAT:21P

I'm from Chicago and I got accepted and a lot of people in my interview were from out of state so don't give up!

It took them 2 weeks for me to go from complete email to interview invite.

Your stats are a bit lower than their average, but if they like other parts of your application, then you have a chance.

Their MCAT and GPA average is 24 MCAT and 3.3 GPA.

I just got the "complete" email. They are pretty fast once you actually get it submitted it seems. I guess now I am just waiting on an interview invite. Is anyone else in this boat?

I just got the "complete" email. They are pretty fast once you actually get it submitted it seems. I guess now I am just waiting on an interview invite. Is anyone else in this boat?

i am...i was complete on 10/13...hopefully i'll hear something this week! good luck!