is anyone applying here and started on the supplemental app ? :)

i'm applying here, what do u mean by secondary? supplemental??

^oops yeh I meant the supplemental lol. Do you know the link to it by any chance?

thanks !

^oops yeh I meant the supplemental lol. Do you know the link to it by any chance?

thanks !

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

i know it's kind of early, but I wanted to know the people who already applied, have they heard anything from MCPHS yet?
I have submitted my pharmCAS on 08/15/11, and they still haven't gotten all my transcripts together, and am still checking in everyday for them to send it to the schools already.

[QUOTE=esszeesee;11491538]i know it's kind of early, but I wanted to know the people who already applied, have they heard anything from MCPHS yet?
I have submitted my pharmCAS on 08/15/11, and they still haven't gotten all my transcripts together, and am still checking in everyday for them to send it to the schools already.[/QUOTE

My pharmCAS was mailed 8/22 and everything is complete, but I haven't received any confirmation that they got my application. I'm still working on the supplemental.

i know it's kind of early, but I wanted to know the people who already applied, have they heard anything from MCPHS yet?
I have submitted my pharmCAS on 08/15/11, and they still haven't gotten all my transcripts together, and am still checking in everyday for them to send it to the schools already.

I finished my supplemental and submitted it already.

I sent my PharmCas on Aug 24 but one school's transcript is still not there yet? Do you guys know how long it take Pharm Cas to put in that transcript? Cuz the school it to Pharm Cas and another pharmacy school non Pharmcas at the same time. The non pharmacas school already recieved it.

i submitted my PharmCAS on 08/09/11, and there is still one school transcript pending too. I have no idea why it's taking soooooo long for PharmCAS to put it up and calculate my GPA.

It says on the PharmCAS website that it can take 5 weeks for your GPA to be calculated. Then they send out your completed application. I've been told though that MCPHS doesn't start reviewing applications until the middle/end of September and then in the beginning of October they start to send out the first round of interview invitations. I will be obsessively checking my application status until then.

Does anyone know what MCPHS's timeline goes? My application has been complete for 2 weeks and I haven't heard anything so far. I confirmed complete by calling the admissions office btw.

Does anyone know what MCPHS's timeline goes? My application has been complete for 2 weeks and I haven't heard anything so far. I confirmed complete by calling the admissions office btw.

I received a letter from them and they said that my application was complete and they say they start interviews in november (I think, I'm not 100% sure because its been a few days since i read the letter)

Good luck to all of us! =]

I received a letter from them and they said that my application was complete and they say they start interviews in november (I think, I'm not 100% sure because its been a few days since i read the letter)

Good luck to all of us! =]

You received an actual letter in the mail? Hmmm I didn't receive any physical notice like that, just a confirmation when speaking to counselor on the phone.

Should I double check?

You received an actual letter in the mail? Hmmm I didn't receive any physical notice like that, just a confirmation when speaking to counselor on the phone.

Should I double check?

I'm not sure if you should double check or not. I say wait for a bit more then you can double check. i just read the letter and it says they start notifying people oct 1! =]

I'm not sure if you should double check or not. I say wait for a bit more then you can double check. i just read the letter and it says they start notifying people oct 1! =]

Notifying october 1 for interviews? I guess that's the day we are all looking forward to, thanks!

so i submitted my supp app two week ago, and my pharmcas finally calculated my GPA after a whole month of e-submiting it, they haven't sent it out yet. PharmCAS calculated my science GPA lower than what it was =/, before it was 3.0 and they calculated it as 2.8, and now i'm worried. my non science GPA came out to be 3.5, and my overall GPA came out to be 3.1.
How worried should i be to hear a response back from MCPHS?

so i submitted my supp app two week ago, and my pharmcas finally calculated my GPA after a whole month of e-submiting it, they haven't sent it out yet. PharmCAS calculated my science GPA lower than what it was =/, before it was 3.0 and they calculated it as 2.8, and now i'm worried. my non science GPA came out to be 3.5, and my overall GPA came out to be 3.1.
How worried should i be to hear a response back from MCPHS?

I think PharmCAS sends out applications every Monday, so it should go out soon. I know that MCPHS really emphasizes having a degree before matriculation, so if you will have one, that is a good sign. Also if you have pharmacy experience that will help you be a better candidate.

We need a login username and pw to fill out the supplemental... so I guess I'll have to receive an invitation to submit it.
I submitted my PharmCAS in early August and haven't heard anything... Weird.

Dont you create your account?
That's what I did.

Wondering if I should apply here....
What class counts toward the Behavorial science requirement? Also is there any essays on the supp?

Thanks guys!

Wondering if I should apply here....
What class counts toward the Behavorial science requirement? Also is there any essays on the supp?

Thanks guys!

I used psychology and human development classes for the behavioral sciences electives. If you look at the supplemental, they have detailed descriptions on what counts for the requirements.

The only essay-like questions are what you think of the school and if there is anything additional that you want them to consider.

Good luck with your decision!

Just got an email from Brian saying that my app is being reviewed by the committee and I should hear from them regarding an interview within two weeks. :)

Anyone have other information? Any interview invites yet?

Just got an email from Brian saying that my app is being reviewed by the committee and I should hear from them regarding an interview within two weeks. :)

Anyone have other information? Any interview invites yet?

whooaa congrats!!
i didnt hear anything yet :(

This school doesn't require the pcats right?
If I add this school now will pharmcas still send it out like normal even tho I've already esubmit my pharmcas? Also do we need an invite to do the supp?

Sorry for the many questions, thanks guys! :)

This school doesn't require the pcats right?
If I add this school now will pharmcas still send it out like normal even tho I've already esubmit my pharmcas? Also do we need an invite to do the supp?

Sorry for the many questions, thanks guys! :)

No they don't require the PCAT. Just add them to PharmCAS and it should be mailed to the school on Monday. The supplemental is already available on mcphs.edu and you don't need an invite. . . just make an account.

Hey guys quick question...I am applying tomorrow to MCPHS Worcester Pharmacy school. I have a BA in Chemistry with a 3.2 overall gpa, and a 2.99 science math gap through pharmcas. I am a PTCB Pharmacy Technician and volunteered for 5 months at a compounding pharmacy, and i also work at a Pharmaceutical Lab as an Associate Scientist. The only C's i have gotten were in Drawing(lame, i know), speech, and calculus 2. All other sciences were B's and Physics was A's. I did get a C in Physical Chemistry 2 (quantum mechanics). What do you all think my chances are of getting admitted? Thanks!! :confused:

Does anyone know if there is a word limitation to the supp questions??

Does anyone know if there is a word limitation to the supp questions??

My answers were lengthy (2 paragraphs+) and it didn't give me any trouble.

Hi everyone,

I'm a new member. I already submitted my application and waiting for them to respond. But I am still asking myself the question that did I made a right choice since I didn't know should I apply to the one in Boston or Worcester. I met the advisor for admission in Boston campus (Brian) and he said this year they receive very limited number of transfer, (include graduated students from MCPHS). But what I heard about Worcester that this campus is not that good since I have couple friends dropped out of the program even though they studied like crazy, very depressed and intensive. I'm excited to get into the program but when I think about the money I may lost (who knows) I can't sleep at night. I could either gain or lose everything if I can't handle the workload they assign. Is there anyone studying in Worcester can let me know the truth, what's really happening and is it that horrible. I'm not writing this to scare people who are applying since I am one of them too. :confused:

Hi everyone,

I'm a new member. I already submitted my application and waiting for them to respond. But I am still asking myself the question that did I made a right choice since I didn't know should I apply to the one in Boston or Worcester. I met the advisor for admission in Boston campus (Brian) and he said this year they receive very limited number of transfer, (include graduated students from MCPHS). But what I heard about Worcester that this campus is not that good since I have couple friends dropped out of the program even though they studied like crazy, very depressed and intensive. I'm excited to get into the program but when I think about the money I may lost (who knows) I can't sleep at night. I could either gain or lose everything if I can't handle the workload they assign. Is there anyone studying in Worcester can let me know the truth, what's really happening and is it that horrible. I'm not writing this to scare people who are applying since I am one of them too. :confused:


I've read stories also, but you probably have a better understanding since you have friends that went there and dropped out. Have you spoken to them about the actual detail events that lead to their departure? Are these close friends of yours that you are fully aware of their study habits?

I feel that every pharmacy school is challenge and some schools may be more competitive than others. If you studied the right method and with the right amount of devotion, any program is manageable.

my 2 cents.

I've read stories also, but you probably have a better understanding since you have friends that went there and dropped out. Have you spoken to them about the actual detail events that lead to their departure? Are these close friends of yours that you are fully aware of their study habits?

I feel that every pharmacy school is challenge and some schools may be more competitive than others. If you studied the right method and with the right amount of devotion, any program is manageable.

my 2 cents.

I agree with what you said and thanks for it. I feel more confident now.

on the supplemental it says we can submit a resume to the office of admissions, so do we just email them the resume?

I actually did the supplemental before the PharmCAS application since it was already available at the time (June/July) . Essay questions were allright (the expected standard questions). All I have from them so far is just confirmation of receipt of my application and supplemental.

If I do get an interview invite from them, hopefully it will be around Oct 28 so that I can knock out 2 interviews in one trip (commute between Worcester, MA and Colchester, VT) and save a lot of money!:cool:

I actually did the supplemental before the PharmCAS application since it was already available at the time (June/July) . Essay questions were allright (the expected standard questions). All I have from them so far is just confirmation of receipt of my application and supplemental.

If I do get an interview invite from them, hopefully it will be around Oct 28 so that I can knock out 2 interviews in one trip (commute between Worcester, MA and Colchester, VT) and save a lot of money!:cool:

Received an interview invite in the mail today. They don't assign you a date in the letter, but they say they are first come first serve. So hopefully you would be able to schedule one around the 28thhttp://dkmg2azsloi0e.cloudfront.net/images/smilies/smile.gif

Anyone else get an invite?

Received an interview invite in the mail today. They don't assign you a date in the letter, but they say they are first come first serve. So hopefully you would be able to schedule one around the 28thhttp://dkmg2azsloi0e.cloudfront.net/images/smilies/smile.gif

Anyone else get an invite?

I scheduled mine October 7th because that is the only friday I can do...

Anyone else that day?

Did you receive the invitation by snail mail? And if so, do you live in the East or West coast?

Did you receive the invitation by snail mail? And if so, do you live in the East or West coast?

Assuming youre asking me?

I live on the West Coast and I received the snail mail.
I am 1 of the 2 interviewing on Oct 7th so for those of you still waiting, dont worry!

Assuming youre asking me?

I live on the West Coast and I received the snail mail.
I am 1 of the 2 interviewing on Oct 7th so for those of you still waiting, dont worry!

what are your stats if you dont mine?

what are your stats if you dont mine?

3.2 cGPA
3.1 cGPA

reapplicant (first time applied to Boston really late)

I scheduled mine October 7th because that is the only friday I can do...

Anyone else that day?

what is snail mail? I haven't received anything yet, even the confirmation email that they received my pharmcas application. I received my GPA on 9/13, but nothing moves on yet. Congratulation and let us know your interview. good luck too.

snail mail is regular postal service mail, not sure where that phrase comes from lol maybe because it's so slow.

Thank you sir, I shall keep you guys updated on the interview.

so they are giving the interview now?whooaa congrats!!
i didnt hear anything yet :(

good for you!!!i am still waiting for that!!!:thumbup: good luck!!!Received an interview invite in the mail today. They don't assign you a date in the letter, but they say they are first come first serve. So hopefully you would be able to schedule one around the 28thhttp://dkmg2azsloi0e.cloudfront.net/images/smilies/smile.gif

Anyone else get an invite?

snail mail is regular postal service mail, not sure where that phrase comes from lol maybe because it's so slow.

Thank you sir, I shall keep you guys updated on the interview.

hehe, that's a good explaination. but anyway, I'm a girl. thanks

hehe, that's a good explaination. but anyway, I'm a girl. thanks

opps, sorry lol


i must say, MCPHS Worcester admissions office lady is the nicest admissions I've ever talked to. Pretty interesting to talk to an admissions person so helpful and commodating lol

Anyone heard anything about how the interview is from previous cycles?

Just got an email from Brian saying that my app is being reviewed by the committee and I should hear from them regarding an interview within two weeks. :)

Anyone have other information? Any interview invites yet?
when did you summite your pharmcas and suppl.?:D

snail mail is regular postal service mail, not sure where that phrase comes from lol maybe because it's so slow.

Thank you sir, I shall keep you guys updated on the interview.
hihi, you got the interview with them right?

Yes, my interview is on October 7th.

Yes, my interview is on October 7th.
i submmit pharmcas 6/27, the suppl was 8/3, i still dont get the invite.

when did you summite your pharmcas and suppl.?:D

I submitted my PharmCAS the first week of August and my supplemental the first week of September (I really procrastinated!)

good for you!!!i am still waiting for that!!!:thumbup: good luck!!!

Thanks, they just started sending them, so you should hear soon!

Did you receive the invitation by snail mail? And if so, do you live in the East or West coast?

I live on the East Coast (PA). I got an email from Brian about a week ago saying that I should hear within 2 weeks and got the letter by postal mail on 9/22.

Yes, my interview is on October 7th.

How much of a choice did they give you for your interview date? Did you have to choose a Friday?

I'm probably calling today to schedule. . .

they are very nice, they actually said if I can't do friday they can schedule anyday during the week.

They originally scheduled me for the 13th, but I have to be at Albany, NY so I asked for the week before. Therefore I got Oct 7th.

How much of a choice did they give you for your interview date? Did you have to choose a Friday?

I'm probably calling today to schedule. . .
when did you submmit your supp.?

when did you submmit your supp.?

September 2 I think. So it took about three weeks to hear from them.

are there other people get the interview invitation? right now i think only people post they got interview.:)

Not everyone is on SDN.
For example, the other person that is interviewing with me on October 7th.

I just got an invitation to interview, it was postmarked 9/20/2011.

Interview invited.
Scheduled for Nov 19.

The school is ~an hour from either airport. I wonder if there are other types of transportation besides taxi... to save $$$ :(

Interview invited.
Scheduled for Nov 19.

The school is ~an hour from either airport. I wonder if there are other types of transportation besides taxi... to save $$$ :(

Look up Knights airport shuttle service.

I reserved a round trip from Logan Airport to MCPHS and back for $51 one way.

I reserved a round trip from Logan Airport to MCPHS and back for $51 one way.
Thanks for the info. Is it round trip or one way????

Hi guys, here's what I remember from my time there last year. If you're looking to save money, there are two cheaper alternatives.

1) Take the commuter rail from South Station. From Logan, take the Silver Line Bus (~2-3 bucks? About a 10-15 minute trip) to South Station. From South Station, you can take the commuter rail to Worcester (just read the signs and make sure you get a ticket for the right one!); I believe that's about $8. The downside, is this method will probably take the longest amount of time. The commuter rail (depending on what time of day you get there and if it's running with less stops or if it's stopping at every stop) can take almost up to two hours. But if you have the time like I did, a nice opportunity to catch up on some reading :)

2) The Peter Pan Bus. I took this on the way back from Worcester to Logan, and I think it goes directly to Logan but I can't remember for sure. If not it'll take you to South Station. I think it was about 10-15 dollars, but faster (maybe an hour trip, barring traffic) and a little more comfortable. You can also take this from Logan to Worcester as well I believe.

Do note that both of these options stop in Union Station in Worcester. Depending on where you're staying, it might not be that close and you might have to take a taxi to your hotel. I stayed at the Courtyard Marriott and it was probably about a mile from Union Station and the campus. Walking distance if you choose, but a short taxi ride as well.

Thanks for the info. Is it round trip or one way????

They charge per way but you can reserve a round trip.

Sorry if I listed confusing information.
It's $51 one way or $102 round trip if you would like to calculate that way.

Interview invited.
Scheduled for Nov 19.

The school is ~an hour from either airport. I wonder if there are other types of transportation besides taxi... to save $$$ :(

They schedule interview for Saturdays??

For those of you that have been there, would getting a rental car possible? or is it not an easy drive from Logan airport?

I don't plan to stay in a hotel. I plan to fly there (just about an hour of flying), interview, and fly home on the same day.
Which airport should I choose???

I don't plan to stay in a hotel. I plan to fly there (just about an hour of flying), interview, and fly home on the same day.
Which airport should I choose???

Wow that's intense.
I think people usually take either Boston Logan Airport or TF Green airpot.

But there might be smaller airports. Depends where you're going from, flights may be limited?

my pharmcas were mailed 09/19/11, and i did my supp apps on 08/31/11.
I am checking my email regularly to hear back from MCPHS, this wait is killing me;. :scared:

my pharmcas were mailed 09/19/11, and i did my supp apps on 08/31/11.
I am checking my email regularly to hear back from MCPHS, this wait is killing me;. :scared:
you dont need worry much! my pharmcas was done by 6/27, my supp was done by 08/03! i am still waiting!!!:scared::scared::scared:

you dont need worry much! my pharmcas was done by 6/27, my supp was done by 08/03! i am still waiting!!!:scared::scared::scared:

youre still waiting? wth.
give them a call?

you dont need worry much! my pharmcas was done by 6/27, my supp was done by 08/03! i am still waiting!!!:scared::scared::scared:

I emailed Bryan to check on my status. He didn't tell me but did say I would hear back in two weeks and I did. You could try that! Good Luck!

Anyone know which hotel to stay at for the interview?

Anyone know which hotel to stay at for the interview?

I'm staying at the hilton, closest I can find.

Anyone know which hotel to stay at for the interview?

At least last year, some hotels will offer you a discounted rate if you're interviewing at the school. The one I stayed at, the Courtyard Marriott, offers a special rate with the corporate code so it comes out to about 95 bucks a night. It's not as close as the Hilton Garden Inn, but it's still only about 0.8 miles from campus.

Is anyone having trouble scheduling their interview date? I've called five times over the past two days and I keep getting Kate's voicemail. :(

I'd really like to get this scheduled. . .

EDIT: Whew, finally got it scheduled-- interviewing November 19th!

Is anyone having trouble scheduling their interview date? I've called five times over the past two days and I keep getting Kate's voicemail. :(

I'd really like to get this scheduled. . .

Is there some kind of holiday going on in East coast?
I know they celebrate Columbus Day but I dont think it's right now.
Many people are still waiting to hear back and seems like MCPHS's progress has stalled.

Is there some kind of holiday going on in East coast?
I know they celebrate Columbus Day but I dont think it's right now.
Many people are still waiting to hear back and seems like MCPHS's progress has stalled.

No holiday that I know of -- at least not at my school! I think they are recieving a lot of volume in applications/phone calls and just having a hard time keeping up.

Those of you still waiting, they are very helpful and willing to work with you. Kate was very friendly -- I would give her a call if you have any questions.

No holiday that I know of -- at least not at my school! I think they are recieving a lot of volume in applications/phone calls and just having a hard time keeping up.

Those of you still waiting, they are very helpful and willing to work with you. Kate was very friendly -- I would give her a call if you have any questions.

I second that. When they offered me an interview on the 13th (or the week of, cannot remember the exact day), I told them I cannot make it and she said she can give me interview Monday-Friday lol.

I hope the rest of the faculty is as friendly as her.

Hi everyone.

I was just wondering how long after you had everything submitted that you heard about the interview?

My PharmCAS was send out on 9/19 and my supplemental was submitted about 2 months ago?

Just wondering when I should start checking the mailbox?
Thanks!

Hi everyone.

I was just wondering how long after you had everything submitted that you heard about the interview?

My PharmCAS was send out on 9/19 and my supplemental was submitted about 2 months ago?

Just wondering when I should start checking the mailbox?
Thanks!

I'm not really sure why people would submit supplemental before pharmCAS, but schools do not review your files until both pharmCAS and supplemental are completed. So I would create a timeline from the date your pharmCAS is RECEIVED and PROCESSED, not sent out.

hope this helps.

I'm not really sure why people would submit supplemental before pharmCAS, but schools do not review your files until both pharmCAS and supplemental are completed. So I would create a timeline from the date your pharmCAS is RECEIVED and PROCESSED, not sent out.

hope this helps.

Because the supplemental didn't require waiting on transcripts to arrive, recommendations to be sent, and GPAs to be calculated. So technically both were done on the same day once just required more steps until it was sent out.

Did MCPHS notify you when they have received and processed your application?

Because the supplemental didn't require waiting on transcripts to arrive, recommendations to be sent, and GPAs to be calculated. So technically both were done on the same day once just required more steps until it was sent out.

Did MCPHS notify you when they have received and processed your application?

MCP actually didnt tell me anything at all...just a random letter one day that I thought was rejection

MCP actually didnt tell me anything at all...just a random letter one day that I thought was rejection

Oh that's good. People are talking about it like they got something in the mail first. I guess I'll just start to keep my eye out for something that looks like a rejection (:))

Oh that's good. People are talking about it like they got something in the mail first. I guess I'll just start to keep my eye out for something that looks like a rejection (:))

Naw, they interview ALOT of people (in the 300s?)

They will send you a letter to schedule your interview, then after you scheduled, you will get another letter telling you all the details.

Naw, they interview ALOT of people (in the 300s?)

They will send you a letter to schedule your interview, then after you scheduled, you will get another letter telling you all the details.

I didn't mean I thought I was going to get rejected, but that you said it looked like a rejection. I think they said they get like 1200ish applications and take 200 people (I don't remember the actual class size).

I think I am a pretty good candidate. And they gave me very positive feedback when I went to visit in early summer.

I didn't mean I thought I was going to get rejected, but that you said it looked like a rejection. I think they said they get like 1200ish applications and take 200 people (I don't remember the actual class size).

I think I am a pretty good candidate. And they gave me very positive feedback when I went to visit in early summer. I am an "unusual" applicant so I am hoping that they will consider me. And not find me overqualified...

whats unusual? how come you want to go there if youre overqualified?

lol "overqualified"? :laugh:
I thought they only reject "underqualified" students, and some even give them a chance...

how do u know u are overqualified? I've heard of stellar applicants who got interviews to all CA schools even USCF but they didn't do well in the interview and was not accepted to one school, or was only accepted to a non-accredited school. So don't be so sure man.....

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I'll just say I've been in school for a loooong time. And someone told me I may be overqualified. That's all.

Judging by his name, he probably has a PhD degree from Boston University. It is actually not unlikely for PhDs to further pursue a professional degree.

I know for one that UCSF accepted a chemistry professor that had taught for 20 years or something and decided to do pharmacy.

Having advanced degree only means you are prepared for the course work, but does not mean you are an overqualified applicant (not trying to bring you down, please don't interpret wrong). What I'm trying to say is good job for wanting to pursue a professional degree and I hope you are able to utilize both your prior degrees and PharmD degree to seek a fulfilling career.

when do you think i should contact MCPHS admission office, because its going to be 10 days since my pharmcas sent out the app, and my supp were sent before?
i got emails from other schools that they got my pharmcas, i didn't hear anything back from MCPHS.

when do you think i should contact MCPHS admission office, because its going to be 10 days since my pharmcas sent out the app, and my supp were sent before?
i got emails from other schools that they got my pharmcas, i didn't hear anything back from MCPHS.

I would say 2 weeks is a good time to wait between pharmcas being RECEIVED and you calling.



why do people kept counting the days of pharmcas being sent out. many factors can contribute to the school not receiving your pharmcas app instaneously...just saying.

I emailed Bryan to check on my status. He didn't tell me but did say I would hear back in two weeks and I did. You could try that! Good Luck!
I got the same email from him!!! Don't know is it good or not!!!

Hi everyone :)

I am applying this round and I'm just wondering if the supplemental essays are really important? or are they just for the admissions committee to see a sample of our writing?

I currently have major writer's block and I'm just wondering???

Thanks :)

Hi everyone :)

I am applying this round and I'm just wondering if the supplemental essays are really important? or are they just for the admissions committee to see a sample of our writing?

I currently have major writer's block and I'm just wondering???

Thanks :)

I think the supplemental essays are very important, unless you have a 3.7GPA and that's all you want them to know you by.

I got an email from them yesterday saying I didn't submit the supplemental application but that if they sent this in error to disregard it. I sent my supplemental application July, so I don't know what they're smokin'.:laugh:

Hi everyone,

Does anyone know if MCPHS requires the Toefl test. My English is the second language and it sounds like I have to take this test for the addmission. I just talked to Dennis and she said I should have it done while I'm waiting to hear from them. Does anyone have the same situation like me? :(

Hi everyone,

Does anyone know if MCPHS requires the Toefl test. My English is the second language and it sounds like I have to take this test for the addmission. I just talked to Dennis and she said I should have it done while I'm waiting to hear from them. Does anyone have the same situation like me? :(

If you have a bachelor degree in the United States, you do not need to take the TOEFL test. Or was it high school diploma sufficient, I can't be sure. But if you have a bachelor, it is definite that you do not need to take the test.

Hope this helps.

If you have a bachelor degree in the United States, you do not need to take the TOEFL test. Or was it high school diploma sufficient, I can't be sure. But if you have a bachelor, it is definite that you do not need to take the test.

Hope this helps.

thanks for your post. I didn't take high school here but I have bachelor degree in Biochem. :)

I got an email from them yesterday saying I didn't submit the supplemental application but that if they sent this in error to disregard it. I sent my supplemental application July, so I don't know what they're smokin'.:laugh:

I got the same thing. You should just tell them to recheck it in the system, because they probably can't find it.

I got the same thing. You should just tell them to recheck it in the system, because they probably can't find it.

When did you guys submit your supplemental and when did your PharmCAS get sent out?

I still haven't heard anything. And no one has responded to my emails.

hey guys! I need help on the supplementals T____T the school i went to went by quarter system, so would I have to convert the quarters into semester units? And also, my bio series was 3 classes, but on the supplemental for the pre-req checklist, there's only 2 spots to fill in on the bio class :/ so what do i do? :confused:

hey guys! I need help on the supplementals T____T the school i went to went by quarter system, so would I have to convert the quarters into semester units? And also, my bio series was 3 classes, but on the supplemental for the pre-req checklist, there's only 2 spots to fill in on the bio class :/ so what do i do? :confused:


I just chose any relevant/consecutive bio classes to fill in.
I wouldn't worry too much about it since they know to convert themselves, they just want to see if you can follow directions lol

hey guys! I need help on the supplementals T____T the school i went to went by quarter system, so would I have to convert the quarters into semester units? And also, my bio series was 3 classes, but on the supplemental for the pre-req checklist, there's only 2 spots to fill in on the bio class :/ so what do i do? :confused:

Oh i'm from a quarter system school too. Just do want you can and they will look at your transcript again and send you your final pre req form with your interview invite in the mail

nevermind found my answer! :)

finally just submitted my supp. is there a supp fee or how do I pay for it?
cuz it just says:

Submitted Forms
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences - Doctor of Pharmacy
Supplemental Application for Doctor of Pharmacy Program for Fall 2012-Worcester

but it didn't take me to a different page to pay or anything...

finally just submitted my supp. is there a supp fee or how do I pay for it?
cuz it just says:

Submitted Forms
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences - Doctor of Pharmacy
Supplemental Application for Doctor of Pharmacy Program for Fall 2012-Worcester

but it didn't take me to a different page to pay or anything...

You don't have to pay if you submit before December.

Anyone got an interview date yet?
I got a confirmation that app has been received and submitted but nada else:(

You don't have to pay if you submit before December.


I recall paying the fee after I completed the supplemental application (back in July).

I recall paying the fee after I completed the supplemental application (back in July).

I submitted at the end of July. I didn't have to pay anything.

Anyone got an interview date yet?
I got a confirmation that app has been received and submitted but nada else:(

I never got a confirmation or anything, but I got a call today and set up an interview for next week.

I never got a confirmation or anything, but I got a call today and set up an interview for next week.

congrats! :thumbup:


and if everyone had the same question as I did, no there isn't a fee. I emailed the school and asked and they said no fee lol.

I never got a confirmation or anything, but I got a call today and set up an interview for next week.

I received a letter by mail for interview and my grades for pre-pharmacy courses today. I am both happy and nervous because I never had an interview in my life. What I can do is only praying and praying because I'm not confident like your guy. Good luck to all of you too.

I received a letter by mail for interview and my grades for pre-pharmacy courses today. I am both happy and nervous because I never had an interview in my life. What I can do is only praying and praying because I'm not confident like your guy. Good luck to all of you too.

Will let you know how it is tomorrow :thumbup:

Wait so do they ail or mail invites? And what do u mean grades for prereq?
Cuz of they mail it my parents are gonna get to see it before me since I'm at college :/

Wait so do they ail or mail invites? And what do u mean grades for prereq?
Cuz of they mail it my parents are gonna get to see it before me since I'm at college :/

yea an they only mail you
not a single email lol

My post office has decided to send back all of my mail to the senders for the past several weeks because me and my family have been in the process of moving. Do you think I should give them a call, I am positive they have received each item for to complete my application process so far. Has anyone had any luck calling them? I wish they didn't do snail mail~! :)

My post office has decided to send back all of my mail to the senders for the past several weeks because me and my family have been in the process of moving. Do you think I should give them a call, I am positive they have received each item for to complete my application process so far. Has anyone had any luck calling them? I wish they didn't do snail mail~! :)

i would definitely call, they are extremely nice.

yea an they only mail you
not a single email lol

NOOOOOOOOOOOO !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
lol

goodluck :) !!!!!

NOOOOOOOOOOOO !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
lol

goodluck :) !!!!!

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I'm speechless too. :laugh:

I'm speechless too. :laugh:

hahahaha

Just finished my interview at MCPHS Worcester, I would say the experience is the best I've had so far. The staff was extremely friendly and my interviewer was a recent graduate and now faculty. She was very relax and even left the radio on when we chatted. Yes, I did say we chatted instead of interviewed LOL

Hope everyone else enjoy the process as well :thumbup:

Congratulations on having a great interview! :D

How long was the interview? And if you came from out of state, how did you get to campus from the airport and which hotel did you stay at?

Thanks! :)

Congratulations on having a great interview! :D

How long was the interview? And if you came from out of state, how did you get to campus from the airport and which hotel did you stay at?

Thanks! :)

To be honest i have no idea how long the interview is...maybe 30 mins? But the whole time we pretty much just chatted about anything...weather...hobbies...school...

Shes so young, she graduated 2-3 years ago i felt like i was hitting on her...:(

oh well!

I flew Southwest from California to Chicago then to Boston. Took Knights shuttle service to Hilton Garden Inn for $51+tip then walked literally 5 mins to MCPHS down the street. I hope this is detail enough lol.
Other people suggest taking the train/bus/whatever, but from out of state that arrived at 8pm i rather just hop on a shuttle and come straight to the hotel and rest. my 2 cents.

do they still make you take off your shoes at the airport security?
or is it only coat/sweater?

do they still make you take off your shoes at the airport security?
or is it only coat/sweater?

If you're a babe they make you go through the scanner naked.

LOL just kidding yes they make you take off your shoes.

If you're a babe they make you go through the scanner naked.

LOL just kidding yes they make you take off your shoes.

wth......... :eek:

that's just great :/ now i can't wear my wedges w/the straps cuz it'll take too long to take off / put on....

Just finished my interview at MCPHS Worcester, I would say the experience is the best I've had so far. The staff was extremely friendly and my interviewer was a recent graduate and now faculty. She was very relax and even left the radio on when we chatted. Yes, I did say we chatted instead of interviewed LOL

Hope everyone else enjoy the process as well :thumbup:
Good Job!!!:thumbup:

The full body scanners are amusing every time I go through them because I get to do a Vogue pose like Madonna for 5 seconds.

Just finished my interview at MCPHS Worcester, I would say the experience is the best I've had so far. The staff was extremely friendly and my interviewer was a recent graduate and now faculty. She was very relax and even left the radio on when we chatted. Yes, I did say we chatted instead of interviewed LOL

Hope everyone else enjoy the process as well :thumbup:

How's the essay? Is it a hard question or easy question? Do you get to choose from a list?

How's the essay? Is it a hard question or easy question? Do you get to choose from a list?

You get to choose from a list of 5 questions. They are very easy to answer to and more your personal stories in relations to those questions.

Has anyone who has interviewed already heard anything back?

Did you meet with any students during your interview?

I have not interview yet, but I was told that you will only get to meet current students if your interview date is on a Saturday. During the weekdays, the students are just too busy to participate

You get to choose from a list of 5 questions. They are very easy to answer to and more your personal stories in relations to those questions.

Since you seem to be the only one owning up to having interviewed already were you able to meet with students last Thursday. I am interviewing this Thursday and I have some very student specific questions.

Since you seem to be the only one owning up to having interviewed already were you able to meet with students last Thursday. I am interviewing this Thursday and I have some very student specific questions.

Sorry did not get a chance to speak with current students. The whole interview process was very speedy. In and out.

nvrmind

hey everyone how long did you guys wait from the time your file was complete until an interview invite?

My interview is tomorrow and I still never got anything saying my application was complete or the interview invite. Kate called me last week to set up the interview.

My interview is tomorrow and I still never got anything saying my application was complete or the interview invite. Kate called me last week to set up the interview.

After setting up your interview, you should have gotten a letter in the mail confirming your date. If you know for a fact you scheduled it then no worries.

Wanttobepharm have you heard anything back from MCPHS yet?

Hey guys, I am a P1 at MCPHS Worcester... feel free to PM me with any questions you guys have about the program and I'll try to respond ASAP. Good luck to everyone applying!

Anyone applied to the Manchester campus? Which one would be better? I didn't realize that the Manchester campus is taught via videoconferencing from the Worcester campus. Ideas?

Received my interview offer this past Friday via snail mail... plan to schedule with Kate tomorrow morning. Besides that, MCPHS never said a word.

MCPHS processed very quickly, I got my acceptance Friday.
They give you 30 days to place deposit. Good luck everyone.

MCPHS processed very quickly, I got my acceptance Friday.
They give you 30 days to place deposit. Good luck everyone.

Congrats. Have you decided where you are going? I have noticed you got into some other schools also.

Hey guys, I am a P1 at MCPHS Worcester... feel free to PM me with any questions you guys have about the program and I'll try to respond ASAP. Good luck to everyone applying!

Hi xsc. I was just wondering what you think of the program. Considering you pretty much just started.

Thanks

Congrats. Have you decided where you are going? I have noticed you got into some other schools also.

Although I would prefer west coast schools, I do like MCPHS's style and the east coast environment. It is something new and with a bonus that my brother is also on the east coast. I'll have to weigh the pros and cons and decide.

Anyone applied to the Manchester campus? Which one would be better? I didn't realize that the Manchester campus is taught via videoconferencing from the Worcester campus. Ideas?
My application for Manchester was sent on a Monday & received on Tuesday and they emailed me to set up an interview for 2 weeks later. I think my application was processed quickly because I had went in and had a consult with the school last April, so they already had an idea of who I was and seen my grades.

Hey anyone out there been accepted to MCPHS-Manchester for class of 2015? or anyone applied?

Hi, anyone out there been accepted to MCPHS-Manchester for class of 2015? or applied?

hi everyone~! for those who recently received an interview invite: what were the upcoming dates?

went interview on sep 17 and received the package on that fri

did anyone else get this random email?

The Office of Admission acknowledges receipt of your application for Fall 2012 entry into our Doctor of Pharmacy-Accelerated program at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences - Worcester.

In order to complete your application, the following items must be submitted for consideration:

Supplemental Application (omit if recently submitted)

but i already submitted it. guess i should ignore it but still......

Accepted to Worcester today! Yippi!

"did anyone else get this random email?

The Office of Admission acknowledges receipt of your application for Fall 2012 entry into our Doctor of Pharmacy-Accelerated program at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences - Worcester.

In order to complete your application, the following items must be submitted for consideration:

Supplemental Application (omit if recently submitted)

but i already submitted it. guess i should ignore it but still......"


yes i also got the samething. I called them up again, and they told me i should hear something back in 2-3 weeks =/

congrats to everyone who got in :)

hey can you help me with a few things concerning the application?

did anyone schedule for Nov 19th ??

hii everybody.. i am applying to worcester and was curious if anybody esle is still taking pre-reqs for worcester or is everybody done with all of them already? congrats to all those that got accepted already and this question goes for them also.. thankss!

did anyone schedule for Nov 19th ??

I am scheduled for Nov. 19th.

I was wondering for anyone who has received an invitation letter, how many available interview dates can you choose from and what is the latest date you can pick?

Got my interview invitation in the mail today. Called up Kate and scheduled the interview for Wed., Nov. 16th at 2pm. I'm flying from Cali so hopefully, everything works out fine! :xf:

This program isn't that hard. If you put in the work, you get the grades! People that do bad are ones with too much going on in their lives, such as relationship issues. Professors are nice and helpful. Remember this is an accelerated program so you're gonna have to step up your game from undergrad! It really isn't that much harder than undergrad. You just have less free time, but you get out a year early, so yea :D

hey peeps i just got accepted just wondering if anyone else did nd if they wanna discuss things about the school nd living cause im confused as hell

hey peeps i just got accepted just wondering if anyone else did nd if they wanna discuss things about the school nd living cause im confused as hell

What are you so confused about?

hey peeps i just got accepted just wondering if anyone else did nd if they wanna discuss things about the school nd living cause im confused as hell

What did they ask ? and what were the essay topics?

did anyone schedule for Nov 19th ??

I did!

hey everyone that have recently scheduled! do you remember what were the dates that are available? i recently received my interview invite :)

Any1 know when will be the next interview date? The school is missing my TOELF score (send me notified letter begin of Oct) so I guess I have to wait until slowwww PharmCas send them my score. :mad:

Any1 know when will be the next interview date? The school is missing my TOELF score (send me notified letter begin of Oct) so I guess I have to wait until slowwww PharmCas send them my score. :mad:

curious as well... also anyone in or recently fly to interview? i heard that they are getting hit with a massive snowstorm on that side...

hey everyone that have recently scheduled! do you remember what were the dates that are available? i recently received my interview invite :)
anyone need help or have a question about the acceptance nd wat went down at the interview private message me nd ill let u kno since alot of ppl here so cool they got accepted they dnt wanna help others....

Just made this account to connect with prospective MCPHS Worcester students on here.

Anyway, I submitted my application a while ago, but only 2 weeks ago paid the fee and submitted the supplemental application (basically applied 2 weeks ago). I am a local here though, so I won't be travelling thousands of miles to go to a pharmacy school.

Today I received my GPA calculations and it turns out to be a 3.33, much lower than the 3.54 I had in my undergrad career. Also had 439.70 quality points, whatever that means.

Basically, I went from thinking I had somewhat of a shot of getting in to basically giving up hope. Everyone seems to have a 3.8 GPA on here with super extracurriculars, lol.

I do have my B.S. in Biology completed, have shadowing experience, etc.

Did anyone that was in my situation ever get a call for an interview? Anyone you know that did so?

Thanks folks.:laugh:

Just made this account to connect with prospective MCPHS Worcester students on here.

Anyway, I submitted my application a while ago, but only 2 weeks ago paid the fee and submitted the supplemental application (basically applied 2 weeks ago). I am a local here though, so I won't be travelling thousands of miles to go to a pharmacy school.

Today I received my GPA calculations and it turns out to be a 3.33, much lower than the 3.54 I had in my undergrad career. Also had 439.70 quality points, whatever that means.

Basically, I went from thinking I had somewhat of a shot of getting in to basically giving up hope. Everyone seems to have a 3.8 GPA on here with super extracurriculars, lol.

I do have my B.S. in Biology completed, have shadowing experience, etc.

Did anyone that was in my situation ever get a call for an interview? Anyone you know that did so?

Thanks folks.:laugh:


Hey, My gpa calculation also turned out to be a lot lower than what I thought it would be. I will have my BS completed this December and do not have pharmacy experience but got an invitation to interview.

Also, for those asking about interview dates: I called to schedule on Friday and it seemed like they had a lot of different dates available. I wanted a friday and the first friday available was Nov 18.

Good luck!

Hey, My gpa calculation also turned out to be a lot lower than what I thought it would be. I will have my BS completed this December and do not have pharmacy experience but got an invitation to interview.

Also, for those asking about interview dates: I called to schedule on Friday and it seemed like they had a lot of different dates available. I wanted a friday and the first friday available was Nov 18.

Good luck!

thanks bro (assuming your are a male).

What was your GPA (if I may ask)? Are you a local here in MA?

I received my interview invite over 10 days already~! We have just been playing phone tag :( I have yet to get to make an appointment for interview.

How many people in the upcoming interviews are flying in from out of state??? :)

Hey, My gpa calculation also turned out to be a lot lower than what I thought it would be. I will have my BS completed this December and do not have pharmacy experience but got an invitation to interview.

Also, for those asking about interview dates: I called to schedule on Friday and it seemed like they had a lot of different dates available. I wanted a friday and the first friday available was Nov 18.

Good luck!

Thanks~! :) Best of luck! I hope they have a Saturday available... :)

I interviewed here last week and I just want to let anyone know that gets an interview to relax...it was the best experience I have had yet. I walked in, didn't even see or meet the other people interviewing and wrote my essay. One of the pharmacology professors then took me to his office for an "interview" which was really nothing more than us talking, I don't think he really even asked me a single question. The he took me on an hour long tour of the school. Very easy and nice process. :)

I interviewed here last week and I just want to let anyone know that gets an interview to relax...it was the best experience I have had yet. I walked in, didn't even see or meet the other people interviewing and wrote my essay. One of the pharmacology professors then took me to his office for an "interview" which was really nothing more than us talking, I don't think he really even asked me a single question. The he took me on an hour long tour of the school. Very easy and nice process. :)

what were your stats? did you finish your B.S. degree? Shadowing experiences?

I interviewed here last week and I just want to let anyone know that gets an interview to relax...it was the best experience I have had yet. I walked in, didn't even see or meet the other people interviewing and wrote my essay. One of the pharmacology professors then took me to his office for an "interview" which was really nothing more than us talking, I don't think he really even asked me a single question. The he took me on an hour long tour of the school. Very easy and nice process. :)

You didn't get to see or meet other candidates?! That will be a much different experience from all my other interviews then....

I'll be interviewing Nov. 19th! :xf:

How long was the interview? Also did you stay in a hotel and where?

what were your stats? did you finish your B.S. degree? Shadowing experiences?

I finished my BS a year ago, my GPA was a 3.5 with science being a little higher and I only had about a weeks worth of shawdowing several clinical pharmacists in a hospital. They tell you after your interview it will take about 2 weeks to hear with a decision.

You didn't get to see or meet other candidates?! That will be a much different experience from all my other interviews then....

I'll be interviewing Nov. 19th! :xf:

How long was the interview? Also did you stay in a hotel and where?

It was much different.. but in a good way! I was there for around 2.5 hours. I didn't need to stay in a hotel as im only 2 hours away so I drove up and back so sorry I can't help you out with that:(

I finished my BS a year ago, my GPA was a 3.5 with science being a little higher and I only had about a weeks worth of shawdowing several clinical pharmacists in a hospital. They tell you after your interview it will take about 2 weeks to hear with a decision.


Wow two weeks?! That's a very quick decision! Good luck!

Also Thanks so much for the information :)

Does anyone know if 8am is the only time for the interview date 11/19?

Wow two weeks?! That's a very quick decision! Good luck!

Also Thanks so much for the information :)

I interviewed on a Thursday and heard back the following Tuesday. Things are quicker than they say!

thanks bro (assuming your are a male).

What was your GPA (if I may ask)? Are you a local here in MA?

No problem, and I'm a girl :)
I believe my calculated cumGPA was 3.47 and my sciGPA was lower.
I'll be coming from upstate NY.

Anyone decide is they are going to MCPHS-Worcester yet?

Does anyone know if 8am is the only time for the interview date 11/19?

My interview is scheduled for 10:30am on Nov. 19! but you should call Kate to see if other times are available! Good Luck!

I received my interview invite over 10 days already~! We have just been playing phone tag :( I have yet to get to make an appointment for interview.

How many people in the upcoming interviews are flying in from out of state??? :)

Im coming in from California! :]

My interview is scheduled for 10:30am on Nov. 19! but you should call Kate to see if other times are available! Good Luck!

Hi! Did you ask if there were later times that date or did she just give you 10:30am? :)

Im coming in from California! :]

Hi krzxballer! Do you know which hotel you will be staying at yet? I will be coming in from Arizona!

Hi krzxballer! Do you know which hotel you will be staying at yet? I will be coming in from Arizona!

Hey, Check Hampton Inn very close to the school.

how did everyone get from airport to campus area? which would be the most affordable way? please help! thanks

how did everyone get from airport to campus area? which would be the most affordable way? please help! thanks

I rented a car.

how long after you submitted your PHARMCAS application did you hear back from MCPHS? (after your GPA calculations were in and such)..

how did everyone get from airport to campus area? which would be the most affordable way? please help! thanks
From Logan Airport, I took the silver line which cost 2$ to get to South Station. Once you get out of the airplane, just go to information desk and ask for the silver line station, or you can just go out to the transportation ground and look for it. Very easy to find.

Once you get off the silver line, go upstair or ask someone. There is always people who can help at the station. From South Station, I bought the ticket to Union station(worcester) which cost 7.75, the hotel and school is like 5 mins from Union station, i just walked to the hotel. You can always call the cab, it should be less than 10$ since it is very close. Good luck

From Logan Airport, I took the silver line which cost 2$ to get to South Station. Once you get out of the airplane, just go to information desk and ask for the silver line station, or you can just go out to the transportation ground and look for it. Very easy to find.

Once you get off the silver line, go upstair or ask someone. There is always people who can help at the station. From South Station, I bought the ticket to Union station(worcester) which cost 7.75, the hotel and school is like 5 mins from Union station, i just walked to the hotel. You can always call the cab, it should be less than 10$ since it is very close. Good luck

thanks! btw how long is the interview approximately?

thanks! btw how long is the interview approximately?

The interview and the tour together took about 1 hr and something. The interview seems very short because its very laid back and no stress. Good luck:)

The interview and the tour together took about 1 hr and something. The interview seems very short because its very laid back and no stress. Good luck:)

wow that is a very short process! how many to you think were there with you?
and thank you! Good luck as well! :xf:

I sent in my deposit today :) Has anyone else decided this is where they are going to go?

Does anyone know if 8am is the only time for the interview date 11/19?

My interview is also scheduled for that time! I just spoke to Kate yesterday checking if it was at all possible to get it a little later in the day and she said no (in a friendly way) but glad to see there are others in my situation!

I am interviewing at 8am on the 19th as well. I'm flying out from California.

Hey guys, how long does it take to get from the airport to the worcester?

Hey everyone:

I canceled my interview with MCPHS because I got accepted to my top choice school. I was scheduled for Nov. 19th, so if someone was looking to switch dates, there may be a spot open now. I can't guarantee they will let you, but you can try.

Good luck to everyone trying to get in here! Congrats to those who got accepted already!

Congrats! :thumbup: Just out of curiosity, what is your top choice school?

Hey everyone:

I canceled my interview with MCPHS because I got accepted to my top choice school. I was scheduled for Nov. 19th, so if someone was looking to switch dates, there may be a spot open now. I can't guarantee they will let you, but you can try.

Good luck to everyone trying to get in here! Congrats to those who got accepted already!

Congrats! :thumbup: Just out of curiosity, what is your top choice school?


LECOM in Erie, PA. Thanks!

Hey guys,

I'm a current P1 here. If you have any questions feel free to ask. I noticed a lot of people asking about the interview. It is really not bad. It's very comfortable and pretty much like having a normal conversation with someone. The faculty here is great. All of my friends here have said the same thing, that interview wasn't nearly as bad as they thought it would be. And if the essay is like last year, it's just a list of questions, you choose one and write about it. They aren't hard questions at all. They're geared toward personal experiences.

Good luck to anyone who has upcoming interviews.

Hi! Did you ask if there were later times that date or did she just give you 10:30am? :)


No thats the only time she gave me! sorry i replied so late im trying to prep for my interviews!

I'm trying to get my information together to apply by February. I did my bachelors in England so I think there may be some required classes I didn't take at the college level. For example I know calculus and physics were not required for us. I'm getting a copy of my transcript to take to meet with a counselor to discuss.

Does anyone know if I need to take them before I apply or if I can be conditionally accepted pending taking a few classes at night?

I worked for three years in a pharmacy in England doing everything the Pharmacist did so I know it's the career for me. I just don't want to have to put it off for another year.

Thanks!!

I am interviewing at 8am on the 19th as well. I'm flying out from California.


I am also flying out of San Diego, CA also...I just figure that it'll be super tiring to interview at 8 am their time...when it'll feel like 5 am to us Californians.

Flying out to Mass from Cali tomorrow for my first interview this cycle. Hopefully, all goes well!!! :xf:

Flying out to Mass from Cali tomorrow for my first interview this cycle. Hopefully, all goes well!!! :xf:

Good luck. Don't be nervous, just excited!

No thats the only time she gave me! sorry i replied so late im trying to prep for my interviews!


Is this your first interview? Don't sweat it. Just be yourself and know why you're doing the things you do. :)

Thank you. So excited, I can't sleep. So, I'm just going over typical interview questions in my head...:eek:

Good luck. Don't be nervous, just excited!

Hell yea, got an interview offer from MCPHS Worcester.

Now I have to call and schedule an interview.

Just a little nervous about the interview, etc since I am a pretty bad interviewee, lol.

yay congrats! i called yesterday to cancel my interview since i got an acceptance in the west coast :)

good luck everyone!

yay congrats! i called yesterday to cancel my interview since i got an acceptance in the west coast :)

good luck everyone!

congrats! Hope you do well.

Also, let's hope that the job market for pharmacists will flourish by the time we graduate.

Interviewed the 14th and got in the 16th whoooh!!!! Looking forward to meeting all you guys there Class of 2015!:thumbup:

Interviewed the 14th and got in the 16th whoooh!!!! Looking forward to meeting all you guys there Class of 2015!:thumbup:


what was the interview like for you?

was it relaxed? fast? what kinds of things did they ask you?

Interviewing tomorrow! So excited/nervous...

Interviewed the 14th and got in the 16th whoooh!!!! Looking forward to meeting all you guys there Class of 2015!:thumbup:

Congrats! Me too!

anyone mind sharing their interview experiences at mcphs-worcester?

Hi everyone! I'm interviewing in two days and I'm extremely nervous! What types of questions should I be prepared to answer? What are the essay topics? :xf::xf:

Is yours at 8 am Saturday? Cuz mine is as well!

I got accepted yesterday! anyone looking for roomates and any P1 student here who can advise?

thanks

Interviewing tomorrow! So excited/nervous...
Good luck on interviews tomorrow....Just be yourself. Trust me it's not nearly as bad as you might think. The people are super nice

I got accepted yesterday! anyone looking for roomates and any P1 student here who can advise?

thanks
Current P1 here. Living on campus is really convenient. If you're looking for your own apartment I know that a lot of people live at Skymark Tower (I'm not sure how good it is). There are plenty of places close by. Just remember that if you want to commute, parking is VERY expensive if you're not able to get a parking pass. FYI, parking pass preference is given to on-campus residents.

Yes, I'm scheduled for 8am as well :)

Current P1 here. Living on campus is really convenient. If you're looking for your own apartment I know that a lot of people live at Skymark Tower (I'm not sure how good it is). There are plenty of places close by. Just remember that if you want to commute, parking is VERY expensive if you're not able to get a parking pass. FYI, parking pass preference is given to on-campus residents.

Okay thanks for the info. but how is the curriculum? i have heard a lot about this school and i just want clarifications.

Interviewed the 14th and got in the 16th whoooh!!!! Looking forward to meeting all you guys there Class of 2015!:thumbup:

How did you find out so quickly? Did they send you an email? Lee told me to expect a letter in the mail. Congratulations by the way! Hoping for the same result! :xf:

It's intense. You're looking at about 18 units a semester of science courses. It definitely tests you. Requires a lot of commitment to studying. You can't get behind, or you'll suffer. But it's doable, and the time flies by.

I got a response today after my interview for PharmD on Oct. 28 in Worcester, MCPHS. They put me in waiting list. I am so upset about it.I did not expect to be in waiting list.I have good GPA (3.71) with BS in Chemistry. I am so upset about it and this is the only college I have applied for. I am completely clueless about to what to do. I still have Bio II and MicroBio grade to be submitted. Is it the reason of why I am still on waiting list? can anyone suggest me anything? I will highly appreciate it. Thank you so much.

It's intense. You're looking at about 18 units a semester of science courses. It definitely tests you. Requires a lot of commitment to studying. You can't get behind, or you'll suffer. But it's doable, and the time flies by.

Can you tell us what your schedule was like this fall for P1's? What time did you have classes from/until?

I thought there is a commuter parking lot?

Does anyone here have an interview on Tuesday November 22nd around noon? If so, PM me.

I got a response today after my interview for PharmD on Oct. 28 in Worcester, MCPHS. They put me in waiting list. I am so upset about it.I did not expect to be in waiting list.I have good GPA (3.71) with BS in Chemistry. I am so upset about it and this is the only college I have applied for. I am completely clueless about to what to do. I still have Bio II and MicroBio grade to be submitted. Is it the reason of why I am still on waiting list? can anyone suggest me anything? I will highly appreciate it. Thank you so much.

how did you feel u did in your interview?
(b/c I know ppl w/lower stats than u have been accepted)
There's not much u can do once you're on waiting list other than to update them with anything new that you feel would help out ur application. I would suggest adding more schools to pharmcas since it's still early in the cycle. good luck !

I got a response today after my interview for PharmD on Oct. 28 in Worcester, MCPHS. They put me in waiting list. I am so upset about it.I did not expect to be in waiting list.I have good GPA (3.71) with BS in Chemistry. I am so upset about it and this is the only college I have applied for. I am completely clueless about to what to do. I still have Bio II and MicroBio grade to be submitted. Is it the reason of why I am still on waiting list? can anyone suggest me anything? I will highly appreciate it. Thank you so much.

I have friends who have gotten into school off of waiting lists. You just have to hope that other people who applied here had other schools as their first choice.

hopefully it all works out.

All I have to say is that GPA isn't the only things that schools look at. They also want to make sure that you can handle their program, fit in with the people, know why you want to be there and whatnot. Just because you have a good GPS doesn't mean anything per se. For instance if you weren't able to write a coherent essay or you didn't interview well people may have thought that you wouldn't be able to handle the class load or didn't give a good enough reason why they should have chosen you.

I mean I know personally I am coming in with a BS in Biochemistry where my GPA for my undergraduate degree was only a 3.09. SO clearly GPA wasn't the only aspect they took into consideration when accepting people.

I have friends who have gotten into school off of waiting lists. You just have to hope that other people who applied here had other schools as their first choice.

hopefully it all works out.

All I have to say is that GPA isn't the only things that schools look at. They also want to make sure that you can handle their program, fit in with the people, know why you want to be there and whatnot. Just because you have a good GPS doesn't mean anything per se. For instance if you weren't able to write a coherent essay or you didn't interview well people may have thought that you wouldn't be able to handle the class load or didn't give a good enough reason why they should have chosen you.

I mean I know personally I am coming in with a BS in Biochemistry where my GPA for my undergraduate degree was only a 3.09. SO clearly GPA wasn't the only aspect they took into consideration when accepting people.

This.

Once you are invited to the interview, GPA does not matter anymore. Really, nothing in your application matters anymore because they already feel as though your stats are good enough/competitive enough for their program.

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Can you tell us what your schedule was like this fall for P1's? What time did you have classes from/until?

I thought there is a commuter parking lot?
Monday: 8:30-9:20 (Biochem), 9:30-10:50 (Physiology/Pathyophys), 11-12:20 (Health Care/Public Health), 1:30-2:50 (Pharmaceutics)

Tuesday/Thursday: 9-10 or 10-11 (Service Learning***) 1:30-2:30 Intro to Pharmacy Care

Wednesday, everything from monday, but add Pharmacy Law at 4-6

Friday: Physiology and Health Care at the same times as Monday and Wednesday

Service Learning requires one hour of class time for group discussion and later on in the semester everyone gives a presentation. The other part of the course is 2 hours per week volunteering at a community service site in Worcester. The summer before classes begin, the chance to put in service learning site preferences is open. A lot of people end of doing their 2 hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays, since those days are the most open.

Hello does everyone know how many seats are left? I just applied and I am worried that my chances will be slim :( But I'm still keeping my hopes up. Any feedback will be appreciated.

Monday: 8:30-9:20 (Biochem), 9:30-10:50 (Physiology/Pathyophys), 11-12:20 (Health Care/Public Health), 1:30-2:50 (Pharmaceutics)

Tuesday/Thursday: 9-10 or 10-11 (Service Learning***) 1:30-2:30 Intro to Pharmacy Care

Wednesday, everything from monday, but add Pharmacy Law at 4-6

Friday: Physiology and Health Care at the same times as Monday and Wednesday

Service Learning requires one hour of class time for group discussion and later on in the semester everyone gives a presentation. The other part of the course is 2 hours per week volunteering at a community service site in Worcester. The summer before classes begin, the chance to put in service learning site preferences is open. A lot of people end of doing their 2 hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays, since those days are the most open.


thanks so much for that info. I will be commuting and was hearing mixed messages about what the actual schedule looks like, but that clears it up! Than's a bunch

Hello does everyone know how many seats are left? I just applied and I am worried that my chances will be slim :( But I'm still keeping my hopes up. Any feedback will be appreciated.

nobody here knows how many seats are left...

what are your stats?

I got a response today after my interview for PharmD on Oct. 28 in Worcester, MCPHS. They put me in waiting list. I am so upset about it.I did not expect to be in waiting list.I have good GPA (3.71) with BS in Chemistry. I am so upset about it and this is the only college I have applied for. I am completely clueless about to what to do. I still have Bio II and MicroBio grade to be submitted. Is it the reason of why I am still on waiting list? can anyone suggest me anything? I will highly appreciate it. Thank you so much.

Well, GPA and all other stuff do not matter once u get an interview. personally my overall gpa was 3.01 and i got accepted within a week of interview. it is how you portray yourself during the interview. it is mostly how u answer questions and the questions you ask them. maybe you didnt impress them. since my gpa is not that competitive i put a lot of effort during the interview, and the interviewer and i ended up talking about his wife and his life in general. it was very conversational. well i wish you all the best

JUST GOT MY LETTER A FEW MINUTES AGO IN THE MAIL!!!!! I AM SO EXCITED!!!!! SEE YOU GUYS IN 2012 C/O 2015!!!!! INTERVIEWED ON THE 16TH, GOT THE LETTER TODAY ON THE 21ST. :thumbup:

JUST GOT MY LETTER A FEW MINUTES AGO IN THE MAIL!!!!! I AM SO EXCITED!!!!! SEE YOU GUYS IN 2012 C/O 2015!!!!! INTERVIEWED ON THE 16TH, GOT THE LETTER TODAY ON THE 21ST. :thumbup:

are u male or a female? maybe we can be roomates and congrats by the waty

are u male or a female? maybe we can be roomates and congrats by the waty

Congratulations to you as well! I'm a man. I don't really know what I'm gonna do about housing yet. I'm just excited right now. Once this high calms down a bit, I'll start looking at that and financial aid/loans and stuff. Is there a facebook page for MCPHS c/o 2015?

Congratulations to you as well! I'm a man. I don't really know what I'm gonna do about housing yet. I'm just excited right now. Once this high calms down a bit, I'll start looking at that and financial aid/loans and stuff. Is there a facebook page for MCPHS c/o 2015?

I feel you! i got accepted last week and i almost jumped off a cliff. I was super excited so i know exactly how it feels. There is a facebook page for all accepted students into any program at MCPHS. can we start one? and are you definitely going to this school?

I feel you! i got accepted last week and i almost jumped off a cliff. I was super excited so i know exactly how it feels. There is a facebook page for all accepted students into any program at MCPHS. can we start one? and are you definitely going to this school?

Yes, I am definitely going to this school. In fact, I will be canceling all of my upcoming interviews so I can use the money for the 750 dollar deposit instead of airline tickets, hotels, car rentals, etc. If you start a fb page, I will join. Lol.

The MCPHS administrators created a Facebook page for my current class, so I'm sure they'll be doing the same once more people have been accepted and in turn accept the offer of admission.

Congratulations as well.

The MCPHS administrators created a Facebook page for my current class, so I'm sure they'll be doing the same once more people have been accepted and in turn accept the offer of admission.

Congratulations as well.


Cool. And thank you!

Cool. And thank you!

I hope you know that school has a terrible reputation and the attrition rate is through the roof. Enjoy your time off while you can. Prepare for hell.:thumbup:

I hope you know that school has a terrible reputation and the attrition rate is through the roof. Enjoy your time off while you can. Prepare for hell.:thumbup:

The nuclear power training pipeline in the Navy was hell, but I made it through that and a bunch of deployments underway. 6 years in the Navy flew by. I'm sure 3 years in Mass will fly by as well.

Yes, I am definitely going to this school. In fact, I will be canceling all of my upcoming interviews so I can use the money for the 750 dollar deposit instead of airline tickets, hotels, car rentals, etc. If you start a fb page, I will join. Lol.

LOL OK! will create one then! and about the person talking about bad reputation, remember you can always make a difference. instead of talking about drop out rate you should think about the naplex passing rate. This school prepares you for real life! its the second oldest pharmacy school in the country so if it was that bad, i am sure it would have been gone by now

I got a response today after my interview for PharmD on Oct. 28 in Worcester, MCPHS. They put me in waiting list. I am so upset about it.I did not expect to be in waiting list.I have good GPA (3.71) with BS in Chemistry. I am so upset about it and this is the only college I have applied for. I am completely clueless about to what to do. I still have Bio II and MicroBio grade to be submitted. Is it the reason of why I am still on waiting list? can anyone suggest me anything? I will highly appreciate it. Thank you so much.

Chris :(( This is Jaime ~~~ I got put on wait list for Sullivan too :mad:
Guess I have to pack my luggage and go MCPHS next month :o

Just received my acceptance letter today!!!! :)

Just received my acceptance letter today!!!! :)

Congratulations! So, are you gonna be coming to this school or are you waiting on other schools?

I hope you know that school has a terrible reputation and the attrition rate is through the roof. Enjoy your time off while you can. Prepare for hell.:thumbup:

Congrats to those who were recently accepted... and don't listen to this or any other negative reviews. I had the same concerns and I and many others in my class are enjoying the program and are doing well. Good luck to those w/ upcoming interviews!

Congratulations! So, are you gonna be coming to this school or are you waiting on other schools?

Most likely attending Mcphs. I was accepted to st John fisher in ny as well but am leaning towards Worcester. You're def attending in the fall?

Most likely attending Mcphs. I was accepted to st John fisher in ny as well but am leaning towards Worcester. You're def attending in the fall?

Yes, I am 99% certain I'll be attending in next fall barring any circumstances beyond my control. I hope to meet you if we both end up going there next year. Congrats again!

Congrats to those who were recently accepted... and don't listen to this or any other negative reviews. I had the same concerns and I and many others in my class are enjoying the program and are doing well. Good luck to those w/ upcoming interviews!

Thank you. Definitely not scared of the challenge. I'll give it my best and hopefully, I'll come out on top and finish in 3 years.

Received acceptance letter in the mail today!! :D

Received acceptance letter in the mail today!! :D

Congratulations LmKd!!!

Yes, I am 99% certain I'll be attending in next fall barring any circumstances beyond my control. I hope to meet you if we both end up going there next year. Congrats again!

Thanks you! Congrats to you!! I will be attending so maybe I'll see you next fall :)

Hello everyone!

So I just took my very first PCAT last september with awful score. Then I learned about MCPHS and how they do not require PCAT. My GPA is around 3.7, no pharmacy experience, but looking forward into having one soon. Should I even get my hopes up for MCPHS considering I have no BS degree? I know that they do not require it, but most of the thread that I have read said that most students accepted have one. (I have an associates though, if that helps :))

Thanks!

Hello everyone!

So I just took my very first PCAT last september with awful score. Then I learned about MCPHS and how they do not require PCAT. My GPA is around 3.7, no pharmacy experience, but looking forward into having one soon. Should I even get my hopes up for MCPHS considering I have no BS degree? I know that they do not require it, but most of the thread that I have read said that most students accepted have one. (I have an associates though, if that helps :))

Thanks!

Go ahead ;) with ur gpa, I know u will get their interview

Congratulations LmKd!!!

Thanks!! For everyone that has been accepted so far, what are you thinking for housing??

Thanks!! For everyone that has been accepted so far, what are you thinking for housing??

On-campus housing is expensive! Not to mention, no meal plan either. Hmmmm, looks like I'll be looking for a roommate or two. How about you?

I'll most likely be looking into finding an apartment as well. Have either of you looked at tuition costs? It's so expensive!

I'll most likely be looking into finding an apartment as well. Have either of you looked at tuition costs? It's so expensive!

Yup, over 41,000 in tuition and fees per year. Ouch...

It is expensive! I am undecided about the housing situation. Have you guys found anything around the area for a pretty good price?

I had my interview on November 19th and got wait-listed!!! :mad:

It is expensive! I am undecided about the housing situation. Have you guys found anything around the area for a pretty good price?

I see a lot of listings on craigslist (some with utilities included). I might just go that route. Maybe, wait until July and then, contact some of the ppl who have rooms for rent.

Interviewed on the 19th & got accepted yesterday!! 😃

Interviewed on the 19th & got accepted yesterday!! 😃

Congratulations!! Hope to see you there :)

hows everyone doing i got accepted on oct 12 just wondering if anyone wants to roomate it up because nuhh uhhh am i living on campus we ll be broke as it is -_-

I'll interview this Thursday--December 1st. Anyone wants to carpool?? Like, rent a cab and split the cost... Let me know if you're interested. We can meet up at Logan airport and start from there.

Interviewed on the 19th & got accepted yesterday!! 😃

Congrats!!:)

Thanks!

Interviewed on 11/19
Accepted on 11/21

Once you got invitation for interview, do you need to call them within a period of time. For example, if you do not call back within two weeks, you will lose your eligibility.

I'll interview this Thursday--December 1st. Anyone wants to carpool?? Like, rent a cab and split the cost... Let me know if you're interested. We can meet up at Logan airport and start from there.
No one is interested?? :D

No one is interested?? :D

You might be the only one interviewing that day. Who knows? When I went, it was just me. I rented a car, stayed overnight in Worcester, interviewed, and drove back to Logan International.

Once you got invitation for interview, do you need to call them within a period of time. For example, if you do not call back within two weeks, you will lose your eligibility.

I don't think you'll lose eligibility. It's best to call them as soon as possible (I called immediately after receiving the letter) to schedule an interview as interviews are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. I guess if they've reached their interview quota and you decide to call in to schedule an interview, you'd be SOL. Best to call Kate at admissions and be certain though.

Interviewed on Nov. 19 and accepted on Nov. 21! Man they are quick!

Anyone know of any good apartments that are dog friendly?

You might be the only one interviewing that day. Who knows?
No, man :D I was told there would be other interviewees.

No one is interested?? :D

Me dec 16 way to far lol
Plus I use subway! Wanna experiencing the east coast feel ;)

No, man :D I was told there would be other interviewees.

Alright, good luck man.

I received an invitation to interview on the 22nd, and am interviewing on December 19th. Any words of wisdom for the interview? What kind of questions do I need to look forward to :)

I received my acceptance letter in the mail today...envelope was pretty large. Letter was dated 1 day after my interview, so they accepted me pretty quickly.

I felt no emotion whatsoever after getting the letter of acceptance. Maybe I am not human?

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I received an invitation to interview on the 22nd, and am interviewing on December 19th. Any words of wisdom for the interview? What kind of questions do I need to look forward to :)

Just relax and be yourself. Seriously, didn't even feel like an interview at all. I would go as far as to say that the interview was fun. I got to tour the school, talk to a few students, talk about myself a lot, etc. Awesome school, tough curriculum, etc.

The best advice I could give you is to be yourself, really. Interview doesn't really feel like an interview at all, to be honest.

Just relax and be yourself. Seriously, didn't even feel like an interview at all. I would go as far as to say that the interview was fun. I got to tour the school, talk to a few students, talk about myself a lot, etc. Awesome school, tough curriculum, etc.

The best advice I could give you is to be yourself, really. Interview doesn't really feel like an interview at all, to be honest.

I'm in complete agreement. My interview was extremely relaxed and felt much more like a conversation than a Q&A setting. My advice is similar, be yourself and have questions! Good luck and don't stress too much!

I received my acceptance letter in the mail today...envelope was pretty large. Letter was dated 1 day after my interview, so they accepted me pretty quickly.

I felt no emotion whatsoever after getting the letter of acceptance. Maybe I am not human?

http://i.imgur.com/VndOm.gif

You sure you don't want to go into dentistry?

You sure you don't want to go into dentistry?

lol...100% sure.

It's just thinking about the thousands and thousands of dollars I will be in debt...120k+.

Oh lawd.

lol...100% sure.

It's just thinking about the thousands and thousands of dollars I will be in debt...120k+.

Oh lawd.

Good. I know how you feel. I'm not sure I'll be able to get approved for some loans due to bad credit. I've been playing phone tag with Lynn, the financial aid counselor, to see how to pay for tuition and living expenses. I've only been able to get his answering machine.

The Peter Pan bus will connect in South Station, so it will take 2-2.5 hours in total. Is there any way (besides taxi) to go straight from Logan to Worcester??

Hi everyone,

I am new to this thread and just scheduled an interview on December 15th. I am planning on flying to Boston from LA but not sure how to get to Worcester from there. Does anyone have any advice? Also where to stay and such because I kind of want to explore Boston after my interview. Any word of wisdom is greatly appreciated!

Here:


1) Take the commuter rail from South Station. From Logan, take the Silver Line Bus (~2-3 bucks? About a 10-15 minute trip) to South Station. From South Station, you can take the commuter rail to Worcester (just read the signs and make sure you get a ticket for the right one!); I believe that's about $8. The downside, is this method will probably take the longest amount of time. The commuter rail (depending on what time of day you get there and if it's running with less stops or if it's stopping at every stop) can take almost up to two hours. But if you have the time like I did, a nice opportunity to catch up on some reading :)

2) The Peter Pan Bus. I took this on the way back from Worcester to Logan, and I think it goes directly to Logan but I can't remember for sure. If not it'll take you to South Station. I think it was about 10-15 dollars, but faster (maybe an hour trip, barring traffic) and a little more comfortable. You can also take this from Logan to Worcester as well I believe.

Do note that both of these options stop in Union Station in Worcester. Depending on where you're staying, it might not be that close and you might have to take a taxi to your hotel. I stayed at the Courtyard Marriott and it was probably about a mile from Union Station and the campus. Walking distance if you choose, but a short taxi ride as well.
I'll let you know if there's any other type of transportation after my interview tomorrow.

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I'll let you know if there's any other type of transportation after my interview tomorrow.

thank you so much and good luck on your interview!! let me know how it goes. which hotel are you staying at by the way?

Broke as a joke after mailing in the 750 money order deposit today. No turning back now! MCPHS Fall 2012, here I come.

Broke as a joke after mailing in the 750 money order deposit today. No turning back now! MCPHS Fall 2012, here I come.
lol...had to open a credit card account to pay for it...god damn am I going to go in debt for this...

hopefully employment will improve and be worth this debt we're getting into.

lol...had to open a credit card account to pay for it...god damn am I going to go in debt for this...

hopefully employment will improve and be worth this debt we're getting into.

Agreed.

Look up Knights airport shuttle service.
I reserved a round trip from Logan Airport to MCPHS and back for $51 one way.
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