NSU-COM class of 2008 [Archive] - Student Doctor Network Forums

Fenrezz

11-23-2003, 08:38 AM

During Christmas break, if any of you guys see a fat italian guy studying for boards at the Barnes n' Noble near Nova, feel free to say hi and buy me a frappachino. That's the place where I studied for the MCAT so I figure it would be poetic to study for step I there as well. What a way to spend Christmas vacation. :rolleyes:

Congrats on getting into Nova. As an almost native South Floridian, I think you'll like it down there, especially if you hate cold weather. NSU has a good location too. Lots of restaurants around...

... and all the..... girls..... in ............. bikinis.......

...(drool)...

Damn, I'm making myself homesick!

Ca$h MaNi

11-25-2003, 10:11 PM

Congrats all you soon-to-be NSUCOMers!!!
Let me see you wave your hands in the air....wave em' like you just don't care....oh yeahhhhh

Usually people would say "you've gotten past the hard part, so just relax"....but Ca$h Mani says "celebrate like its 199_...err I mean party it up!!! have fun!! definitely savor the time while you can...." It'll be great to see you all next year...and we'll all be there to help you when we can just like the M-2's have helped us..and thats whats so great the help you get from other classmates? Can I get a AMEN??

And if you have any questions or advice on things dont hesitate to ask it here or privately...the Class of 2007 is all about the helpin'...

:clap:

Ca$H MaNi

Fin-Nor

12-11-2003, 04:26 PM

NSU BUMP :thumbup: .

DoctorInSpace

01-11-2004, 09:21 AM

Congratulations everyone in the NSU class of 2008!!! I wanted to get that out there, as well as bring this thread closer to the front (hehehehehe).

Any questions you have please ask. We are all very able and willing to help!!!

drlexygoat

01-11-2004, 06:41 PM

To the OP... congrats. Maybe we'll be classmates next yr (accepted in October).

Rahel828

01-22-2004, 02:35 PM

I'm IN:)

NSU-COM CLass of 2008!!!!!

Found out yesterday via email that I've been accepted to NSU! I guess, I'll get it by certified mail next week sometime....

Umm, how are the out of staters going about their housing quest?

Wohoooo

Fin-Nor

01-22-2004, 02:47 PM

housing... hmmm.

i havent even looked into it yet :)

my plans are to move sometime in early july-ish so house hunting will be maybe summer time :confused:

DrQuinn

01-23-2004, 05:00 AM

Congrats to all of you!

(NSUCOM Grad 2003)

Q, DO

Ca$h MaNi

01-23-2004, 10:42 AM

dont forget to check out the unofficial website put out there..

go to : www.nsucom.info
then click on message forums and register a user ID and password...there is an area for the class of 2008 intros etc...

once again congrats...

It sure was a bit chilly today.....a blistering 68 degrees...ahhh how i love the south florida sun!

$ Mani $

docbon

01-27-2004, 11:25 AM

Has anyone heard when school is going to start next year? I'm spending the summer in Europe and I don't want to have to come home one second before I have to!

BostonSean

01-27-2004, 07:21 PM

I'm in too. :D
I have sent in my first deposit but have subsequently been accepted to NYCOM and UNECOM. I really felt good at NSU and I was def. turned on to the school.

I had the worst interview experience. My interviewer was sarcastic, condescending, and he asked pointed questions directly in responce to my personal statement. I was sure I had no chance. I go to BU and I was wearing my BU tie that day and he had commented on it as I was getting up to leave the room once we had shaken hands. He said--"Is that a BU tie you have on?" I said "yes it is, I wasn't sure if you had noticed." He said "you know we have NSU ties here as well." I then said "well I hope one day I will have the honor of wearing one." hahahaha. He laughed and I laughed and I wasn't sure whether I just sealed my rejection or maybe that helped me get accepted. I was a wreck. I guess it worked out though b/c 24 hours later I got an acceptance via e-mail!! :clap:

I just need to decide if I should go to NSU or NYCOM. Anyone have any thoughts on why I should go to NSU instead, will it matter?

:cool:
BS

PTjay

01-27-2004, 07:59 PM

boston

check your PM

GregsAnatomy

01-28-2004, 03:38 PM

Just got my acceptance today! It's definitely going to be a tough decision, although medical school in south Florida sounds really good right now while I'm stuck in the middle of an Ohio snowstorm.... :cool:

Rahel828

01-30-2004, 04:05 PM

Congrats NSU-COM Class of 2008!

I finally got the certified mail today. There wasn't any additional housing information included with it.

In an earlier posting I asked about off campus housing. Some very kind NSUCOM M1s and M2s gave their input. Here are some names of places:

Cedar Key
Surforest
Poinciana Lakes
Davie Crossings
Palm Trace Land
Cameron Cove

I've got two questions:

1) If I put down a deposit for on campus housing and then decide to go off campus, will I be able to get my on campus deposit back? I spoke to a woman in Housing and she seemed evasive.

2) I wanted to start filling out FAFSA now...but how do I determine the budget if I'm not sure about the housing situation? When I called Fin Aid Office, they said I needed to figure that out first.

The acceptance package did not enclose dates for orientation and such. Does anyone know specific numerical dates? I'm not going to be in the country May-Junish and I really wanted to take care of all these things before I left. Is that possible?

Thanks a lot. Share info!

Ca$h MaNi

01-31-2004, 10:37 PM

don't forget UNIVERSITY PARC as a possible residence...its the newest condo/(own or rent) place in the Davie area....really awesome place....beautiful condos ...My roommate and I have a 2 bed/2 bath with beautiful vaulted ceilings, washer and dryer in the unit, patio overlooking the beautiful pool/bar area....its very quiet and has GREAT landscaping...they maintain the premises pretty well. Check it out if you're in the area...oh and you can avoid the traffic of University Drive by driving thru Sunforest and then its like a minute drive to school.....its far enough away that you dont see the school in your window but close enough to roll out of bed late and still make it to class on time..if you wanna go that is...haha:p
$ Mani $

Dave81

02-01-2004, 10:05 AM

Congrats to everyone, I will also be joining you all in August!:thumbup:

Dave81

02-05-2004, 12:24 PM

Hey everyone, I don't know if you guys know this already but NSU has an unoffical website created by their students, it has a lot of good stuff on it (like a message forum like this but only for NSU students) so check it out.

http://www.nsucom2006.com

turkdlit

02-05-2004, 12:31 PM

Waddup ya'll! I'm excited to meet everyone as an incoming M1 next year. I was wondering about off-campus housing thats close to the campus (i.e a 5-15 minute walk/easy bike ride). I'm kind of a roll out of bed 5 mins :sleep:. before class person, so being close is important to me . Can any current students list the names of some of these places?

Also, is it difficult to find a place at this time? Are the best locations already filled up and such? This seems so difficult without knowing anything about the area...

Thanks in advance and congrats to everyone :hardy:, peace.

Dave81

02-05-2004, 12:56 PM

that NSU website I gave earlier has a pretty good breakdown of apartments that are close to campus. http://www.nsucom2006.com

in the message forums on that site people are beginning to look for roommates too... though there hasn't been many posts, I think it's mainly b/c people don't know about the website.

Medic24

02-07-2004, 12:16 PM

I'm in. Can't wait to meet everyone in August? Since I haven't heard anything, I have no idea when school starts. Philly weather has been horrible. I know Weather is no reason to pick a school, and it was not mine, but it sure doesn't hurt.

DoctorDoogie4

02-07-2004, 05:20 PM

Weather was one factor why I chose medicine. Get horribly sick during those Ohio late winters.

jd star

02-08-2004, 06:49 PM

medic24 - you're from philly? that's where i'm from... there are actually a lot of people from the philly here at NSU... i guess we all wanted to get away from the snow :D

school should most likely start mid-august for you guys... i think our first day of class this year was august 11th.

as far as housing goes, there are plenty of nice places to live around school... i live in cedar key, which is the closest (it takes me less than five minutes to walk from my door to steele aud.). so if you're looking for convenience more than anything, that's probably the way to go...

congrats to everyone... let me know if you have any questions about cedar key or NSU...

Dr JPH

02-08-2004, 07:42 PM

Originally posted by jd star
i guess we all wanted to get away from the snow :D

What are you afraid of, jd???

LOL

Hope all is well.

HoudyK

02-08-2004, 08:12 PM

Has anyone ever heard of a case in which the admissions committee recommends an applicant but the dean rejects them? I was just wondering. At the end of my interview last week one of the doctors said, "I am sure you will hear a positive response however the final decision rests with the dean". So, I hope this means I get accepted, I guess I will know on Wednesday for sure. Hope to join all of you in the class of 2008.

Best,
HK:cool:

Medic24

02-09-2004, 04:50 PM

I wouldn't sweat it. You could not have gotten more positve feedback. Good luck!

Rahel828

02-09-2004, 07:56 PM

Um, I mailed in my acceptance fee early last week. I'm not sure if it reached NSU. I've been trying to get a hold of them all day. I left voicemail and emailed them as well. Tomorrow's my "deadline." What if it hasnt reached them?

Robz

02-09-2004, 08:32 PM

Originally posted by Rahel828
Um, I mailed in my acceptance fee early last week. I'm not sure if it reached NSU. I've been trying to get a hold of them all day. I left voicemail and emailed them as well. Tomorrow's my "deadline." What if it hasnt reached them?

I wrote about this a little eariler

http://forums.studentdoctor.net/showthread.php?s=&threadid=103243

In summary they don't send anything. You should be fine. Leave a message for Mary and she'll get back to you. Or if you try later in the afternoon someone usually answers the phone.

turkdlit

02-10-2004, 11:09 AM

Homies and homettes of NSU 2008, whats the deal with all these deposits we have to make? The $250, $750, and $1K ones? I'm assuming/hoping these go towards our 1st year tuition? Does anyone out there know?

Fin-Nor

02-10-2004, 11:38 AM

i am wondering the same thing as i get ready to fill out my second check...

:D

DrQuinn

02-10-2004, 01:01 PM

Yeah your deposits go towards your first year tuition.

Q, DO

Robz

02-10-2004, 04:39 PM

I'm living off loans now being in grad school..the 750 I probably can make but its the 1000 on may 15th that has me worried. Oh man.....I don't know where to come up with the money...time to sell plasma.

Fin-Nor

02-10-2004, 08:34 PM

just out of curiousity,

what is approx. the average debt for NSU graduates? (hoping Quinn can answer this :D)

HoudyK

02-11-2004, 09:35 AM

Just got the email and am jumping of the walls:clap: Can't wait to meet everyone.....anyone have suggestions in terms of buying a house/condo. possibly some good realtors??

Beer, Jack, and hopefully some girls will accompany my ventures tonight.:D

turkdlit

02-11-2004, 11:03 AM

Congrats Houdy! I too was bouncing off the walls when I found out...go out and rock 'dat shiznittle http://mysmilies.ipbfree.com/s/otn/funny/smileysex5.gif

I too am interested in buying a condo/house/apartment. Any help would be great peeps...

Ca$h MaNi

02-11-2004, 04:23 PM

Congrats 2008ers...welcome to the promised land! hahaha...In terms of realtors...Coldwell Banker in Plantation, Fl..has a really AMAZING realtor by the name of Bill Lynman...ask for him...I dont have the contact info currently..but he is excellent. Personally I live in University Parc, which is an awesome new-construction...that has beautiful landscaping, pool area and ofcourse the units are great....especially if u get a 3rd floor unit like myself and my roomate with VAULTED CEILINGS...we pay $525 + utilities...they do sell the units but they sell like hotcakes so definitely check it out...if there are none for sale..u can rent. Hope this info. helps...by the way check out the class website for more info. www.nsucom.info then register and there's tons of info regarding roomates, places to live, places to get drunk....haha...well I guess thats coming soon....check it out people!

da brown from chi-town,
Mani $:clap:

NotShorty

02-11-2004, 08:13 PM

:meanie: :horns:

Woo Hoo!!! Greetings, fockers!

Also looking to buy house/apt/condo

I have family in the area, and will prob be moving to s. fla. in the not-too-distant future to begin a full-on search for housing.

-NS

Radman

02-11-2004, 08:13 PM

SUNNY Florida here I come (maybe). Found out today!

NSU 2008:clap:

HoudyK

02-11-2004, 10:04 PM

Radman, I sent you a pm. :meanie:

Fin-Nor

02-11-2004, 10:22 PM

looks like a lot of ppl getting accepted on SDN in such a short time period :clap:

DrQuinn

02-12-2004, 04:31 AM

Originally posted by bryant
just out of curiousity,

what is approx. the average debt for NSU graduates? (hoping Quinn can answer this :D)

I graduated with 187k in loans this past May.

Q, DO

sunystudent

02-12-2004, 07:48 AM

I am interviewing in 2 weeks at NSU and just wanted to know if they tell everyone of their acceptance or if you have to sweat it out and stalk your mailbox:laugh: Congrats to all that have been accepted!! :hardy:

Dave81

02-12-2004, 08:00 AM

Hey everyone, congrats again from a fellow '2008er' since so many people seem to be getting accepted lately I just wanted to re-post the unofficial NSU website.... http://www.nsucom.info see you all in August!:clap:

Fin-Nor

02-12-2004, 08:03 AM

Originally posted by sunystudent
I am interviewing in 2 weeks at NSU and just wanted to know if they tell everyone of their acceptance or if you have to sweat it out and stalk your mailbox:laugh: Congrats to all that have been accepted!! :hardy:

i think they meet every 2 wks :confused: on monday or something.

Dr. Chaffin told our group that we can either call him the day after or email, which i did, to get faster news.

good luck :cool:

Fin-Nor

02-12-2004, 08:04 AM

Originally posted by QuinnNSU
I graduated with 187k in loans this past May.

Q, DO

how does financial aid fit into the scheme? or maybe how much do they help out?

thanks QuinnNSU.

DrQuinn

02-12-2004, 10:02 AM

Originally posted by bryant
how does financial aid fit into the scheme? or maybe how much do they help out?

thanks QuinnNSU.

Financial aid will cover all of your loans during medical school. The way I have it set up now, I will pay (after residency) about 700 a month for 30 years. I locked in my loans at an appalling low 1.4%, so I can put the money i WOULD pay to my loans in a CD and make more $! :)

$700 a month might seem a lot but when you consider I'll be making $100-$120 an hour as an ER attending in 2.4 more years, its really nothing.

The loan money you get from teh school (Stafford) is more than enough to live off of, and live nicely, as a matter of fact.

Q, DO

turkdlit

02-12-2004, 12:14 PM

So whose got some info on buying cndos/apartments near campus? My real estate agent in Ft. Lauderdale gets me these places that are like, a 20 minute drive from campus...

Does Cedar Key or University Park has apartments for sale? Any inside info would be SO appreciated, please PM me if possible!

Whats everyonen else fdoing about housing?

1max2nv

02-16-2004, 12:36 PM

for those people that already recieved letters of acceptance to NSU, do you know what dates those payments are due (deadlines)?

the 250, 750, 1000?

Fin-Nor

02-16-2004, 01:20 PM

750=march 15
1000=may 15

1max2nv

02-16-2004, 02:21 PM

whoa i just found out last wed that i got in....u gusy think that i might be able to get mroe time for the 750

HoudyK

02-16-2004, 02:35 PM

Does anyone have any information on websites for realtors or phone numbers to realtors that deal with selling condos/houses around NSU-COM?? thanks.

DoctorInSpace

02-16-2004, 03:17 PM

Check out this site for housing.

http://www.och101.com/nova/

Robz

02-16-2004, 07:06 PM

Originally posted by 1max2nv
whoa i just found out last wed that i got in....u gusy think that i might be able to get mroe time for the 750

I don't think so....

jmv10

02-17-2004, 02:48 PM

waitlist... it's all very frustrating.:(

shsgrad

03-18-2004, 07:16 AM

I have been officially accepted into the 2008 class of NSU !I am so excited!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'll miss Alabama but I am really looking forward to some Florida sun! !!:cool:

Robz

03-18-2004, 08:00 AM

Congrats!

1max2nv

03-18-2004, 08:03 AM

For those of you who have been accepted CONGRATS:) I was wondering if any of you chose NSU over some other schools which you were accepted to (if you could name them it would be helpful) and the reasons why.

Im trying to narrow my decision down between nsu and nycom..both extremely good schools

any input would be greatly appreciated

etztamar22

03-18-2004, 02:47 PM

Whoa--people are already hearing whether or not they got in? I interviewed on Feb 23, and they told me the ADCOM wouldn't be getting together to decide on applicants they interviewed nor doing any more interviews til March 22.Who has heard or intereviewed with NOVA since the day I did? I am just very anxious because NOVA is the school I really want to go to, and I made that very clear to the ADCOM when I was there.

jmv10

03-19-2004, 05:40 AM

I'm glad you got that news about the 22nd because they told me "sometime in march," so I've been anxious this whole month so far. You're not the only one who's waiting for an answer!! I interviewed on Feb. 11thl, by the way. I hope you (and I) hear good news!

etztamar22

03-19-2004, 08:08 AM

It took Dr.Chaffin four days before he finall answered me back.I had tried calling and emailing all week. He told me he was sorry it was so frustrating and he understood, but that the ADCOM decided not to meet again til the 22nd of the month. I was very disappointed because I had heard so many stories of people hearing from their school by only a few days later.Oh well, what can we do.I hope you and I both have a positive response as well--I really want to go to NOVA.

sunystudent

03-19-2004, 10:59 AM

Glad to hear that I am not the only one in this NOVA limbo! I was starting to worry!! I interviewed back in febuary and was told we had to wait unti the 24th of March to hear anything. I too fell in love with NOVA(like so many other students did) and made that clear on my interview to the comittee as well. It was the best school by far that I had visited. Unfortunatly I was told by a student close to the admission process that we are in the waitlist pool:( I was devestated to hear this but have started to come to terms with the fact that all of us that were possibly put on hold just waiting to see if we even qualify for the waitlist(seeing that there are many people already on it who interviewed way before us). THAT SUCKS:( :mad: :scared: All of us waiting should still keep our fingers crossed but come to the realization that (as the student put it)there is a slim to none chance of us actually getting a direct admission offer. My advise is to keep your hopes alive but send in your deposits for the other school you were accepted to so you do not loose your spot.I loved NOVA so much and hope that maybe the student was just FOS. It helps to dream:love: Hope to hear some good news from all of you (like me) who have bee on the edge of your seats for over a month. Lets keep in touch and keep eachother advised to any news(p.s I e-mailed Chaffin the otherday and he said we should know "something"by March24th
Keep hope alive!!!!!!!:p

etztamar22

03-19-2004, 01:21 PM

Ok whoever told you that is full of balogna. Schools don't do interviews with the intent of putting students on the waitlist, no matter how late in the game. That would be a waste of their time and money as well as yours. They still have spots for accepting people, or else they wouldn't bother to do the interviews, and February isn't so late in the game.I sent my stuff in early and got offered an interview not long after that, back in Dec, for all the way at the end of Feb, so if I don't get in it isn't on account of them not having spots, but rather they just didn't feel it was a fit. Don't let that whole bogus theory of theyre only interviewing for waitlist, get to you, because I have been through this with people over and over, and it's the same thing, they interview who they would potentially like to offer spots to. Good luck though.

iliacus

03-19-2004, 01:23 PM

I'm heading to So. Fla in July :D NOVA is great and I look forward to learning osteopathic medicine there.

shsgrad

03-20-2004, 09:22 PM

Originally posted by iliacus
I'm heading to So. Fla in July :D NOVA is great and I look forward to learning osteopathic medicine there.

Hi!
When did you interview? I was there in February. I plan to be there in July as well. I'm hoping to get there in June to look at some places. Have you heard of any places that are close to the campus and affordable?

iliacus

03-22-2004, 01:00 PM

Shsgrad,

I think it would be a good idea to get there a few weeks before class just to get acclimated and not worry about hooking up the phone while starting classes. My interview was in the middle of Jan. and I only got to see a little of Ft. Lauderdale and of course the school, but a few days to see south beach and explore would be great :D There's lots a places next to campus. I'm looking for a roommate to split rent with etc... I just smile everytime I think about studying medicine in southern Florida. One could do a lot worse ;)

shsgrad

03-23-2004, 06:21 AM

I too only got to see a little of Ft. Lauderdale, but it was enough!! :D I can't wait to get started and you are so right......we could do a lot worse than studying in the sunny state of Florida :)

Fin-Nor

03-23-2004, 06:32 AM

just sent my last deposit... ouch! hurt my pocket book. :(

oh well... no more having to worry about sending those in.

doc3341

03-23-2004, 07:39 AM

Hey everyone I was just called for an interview for the Master in Biomedical Science program (MBS) at NSU!!!! I was just wondering if anyone knew what types of interview questions they might be asking????? Thanks for all the help!!

Robz

03-23-2004, 07:57 AM

Originally posted by bryant
just sent my last deposit... ouch! hurt my pocket book. :(

oh well... no more having to worry about sending those in.

DAMN.....I have to build my bank account and I'll use every last moment of time they give me. Just like I sent my last payment in on airborne express the day before it was due. :)

Fin-Nor

03-23-2004, 08:51 AM

:) it's just one headache i can get rid of for now and if i dont send it in, ill prolly use it on some stupid thing...

Originally posted by Robz
DAMN.....I have to build my bank account and I'll use every last moment of time they give me. Just like I sent my last payment in on airborne express the day before it was due. :)

crazy250

03-27-2004, 08:47 PM

Hi, QuinnNSU,

Can you tell me where you locked your loan of 1.4%? Thank you.

Rahel828

03-28-2004, 07:18 AM

Finally got some mail from NSU!

Robz

03-28-2004, 02:24 PM

Originally posted by Rahel828
Finally got some mail from NSU!

I got an email asking for my w-2 forms :)

Robz

03-30-2004, 06:37 AM

Yesterday I finally got a nice big packet with all the info I wanted. Start dates, orientation details, and lots of freaking forms to sign. At least they gave me till June 1st to fill them out. :)

Fin-Nor

03-30-2004, 07:25 AM

where's mine? :confused:

shsgrad

03-30-2004, 10:19 AM

Originally posted by Robz
Yesterday I finally got a nice big packet with all the info I wanted. Start dates, orientation details, and lots of freaking forms to sign. At least they gave me till June 1st to fill them out. :)
I got mine last friday.

polo8250

03-30-2004, 10:50 AM

I haven't received anything either!

HoodyHoo

03-30-2004, 11:28 AM

I received my stuff last Friday so they may still be in the mail.

polo8250

03-30-2004, 12:24 PM

:cool: Got my packet in the mail today. I live only a few miles from the school but I always seem to get things last :)

iliacus

03-30-2004, 02:09 PM

They send um out after they've been payed in full...It's somewhat reassuring to receive mail from NOVA.

polo8250

03-30-2004, 07:45 PM

Actually I'm not paid in full. Who knows? :)

1max2nv

03-30-2004, 07:49 PM

mee eitherrr :)

shsgrad

03-30-2004, 07:56 PM

I haven't either. I've just given my first $1000.

Rahel828

04-03-2004, 09:36 PM

hey guys... did anyone else look into on campus housin? they told me that they have not done the assignments yet. im jsut a lil concerned that there might not be space available. in which case, i need to make alternative living arrangements aka off campus.

theres a list serve for our calss once u activate ur email account. be sure to email dr.simpson. people in the class have started the infamous INTROS.

take care.

docbon

04-04-2004, 08:00 AM

Rahel828,
I was assigned a room in student housing on April 1st. They called me to let me know. Maybe you should give it a week and call them again.
Bonnie

Robz

04-04-2004, 01:02 PM

I'm getting an apartment but I have to wait till July to go find one.

HoodyHoo

04-06-2004, 04:02 PM

I just got a place on Rolling Hills Circle. Where are all my NSUCOMER's at?? otiose natured folks I see. jk. peace and BUMP BUMP BUMP BUMPS in a trunk.

NSA914

04-06-2004, 07:12 PM

Hey guys,

I interviewed in late February and got put on "alternate hold" status in mid-March. Dr. Chaffin hasn't been able to give me much info, so I was wondering if any of you were on hold? And how long did it take to hear about whether or not you got in?

I would really appreciate any words of wisdom. Also, CONGRATS to the Class of 2008! I loved NSUCOM when I interviewed. Thanks again...

polo8250

04-10-2004, 08:46 AM

I just got a place on Rolling Hills Circle. Where are all my NSUCOMER's at?? otiose natured folks I see. jk. peace and BUMP BUMP BUMP BUMPS in a trunk.

Hi,I was wondering if you are talking about the condos at Rolling Hills? I was looking for a place there as well. :)

turkdlit

04-10-2004, 11:49 AM

Waddup ya'll!! This new SDN design is kinda weird...we'll get used to it I guess...

I'm also gonna be looking at places in rolling hills and university parc and such. Am planning on going down to look at these places the first weekend of May, so if any other apartment hunters are gonna be around then, lets hook up and check it out. Peace 'n grease,
Turk.

HoodyHoo

04-11-2004, 10:55 AM

Hi,I was wondering if you are talking about the condos at Rolling Hills? I was looking for a place there as well. :)

hey, I think they are the condos at rolling hills. I'm not too sure because I did everything online after looking at some pics. I know it's at 3100 rolling hills drive. it's right next to a private golf course and you can see the dental school from my back porch....so it's kinda close i think.

HoodyHoo

04-13-2004, 09:05 AM

NSA914

04-13-2004, 11:09 AM

Yea, he mentioned that to our group. He said that they usually interview several students before making the final decsion on who wins, but that they won immediately (with no student interviews) after the research committee saw that the students were all in "professional" attire. And, what he told our group was that they won in addition to schools like Duke and Harvard. I believe him. You're right, why would he lie? Besides, the school has a lot more going for it than that, so it's not that big a deal regardless.

kristabel

04-13-2004, 11:59 AM

When you guys spoke with the dean during the interview, did he mention that NSU med students have won some east coast research competition over schools like Duke and Harvard?? I was just curious because it seemed a bit unbelievable, even though I assume he would not lie about it. :confused: :scared: :eek: :D

He did mention this when I was there too. I was pretty impressed (it was actually one of the things that sold me on the school)!! You can read the press release about their 2003 win at:

http://www.nova.edu/cwis/ia/pubaffairs/news/jan-march2003/first_prize.html

and you can also read more about the competition at:

http://esrf.mededu.miami.edu/

So I'm pretty sure it's accurate information :)

Robz

04-13-2004, 09:40 PM

kristabel

04-14-2004, 06:57 AM

Does anyone here have comitments for the summer? I have an internship until July and I am starting to feel the heat of moving, getting ready for school, and planning all while being extremely busy. Anyone else?

Hey Robz! I definitely feel your pain - I have three jobs right now and I plan on keeping at least two of them as long as possible so I can actually afford to move to Florida and start school. Right now I'm trying to figure out when I can go find an apartment and how late I can wait to move. At the same time I want to spend lots of time with friends and family, but make sure I'm rested up and ready for school! I'm not sure how it's all going to work out..... But I'm excited nonetheless!! :D

kristabel

Robz

04-14-2004, 08:20 AM

Hey Robz! I definitely feel your pain - I have three jobs right now and I plan on keeping at least two of them as long as possible so I can actually afford to move to Florida and start school. Right now I'm trying to figure out when I can go find an apartment and how late I can wait to move. At the same time I want to spend lots of time with friends and family, but make sure I'm rested up and ready for school! I'm not sure how it's all going to work out..... But I'm excited nonetheless!! :D

kristabel

I hear ya. I really do. My semster ends in less than 2 weeks, then I start a full time internship and I have a part time job as well. Right now I don't hvae any "off" days. I think something is going to give and I wouldn't be too upset if I quit my part time management job. I am looking at different websites and trying to search out the best places to live but its a bit tough. (Including the SDN search engine down as well) Especially when your not down there to look and see for yourself. It is most likely that it will be a weekend that I have to go down and I'm pretty sure most places will tour you around on them...I am just a little worried about Sundays. I am getting pretty anxious and excitied as well. I'm ready for a little downtime in Florida before school starts...especially with the beach less than 20 minutes away. :D

Robz

04-16-2004, 09:50 PM

bumpedy bump bump for more NSUCOMers to say hi and see whats going on with us out there!

Fin-Nor

04-16-2004, 11:44 PM

bumpedy bump bump for more NSUCOMers to say hi and see whats going on with us out there!

hey robz...

nothing really new here, just getting rdy to go house hunting next month (mid may probably). im pretty excited about that. but until then, ill still be working at my very boring job.

i cant wait to quit this stinkin job of mine. makes me feel like im going nowhere (good thing it's not what i live for :D)

ne ways, that's it from me.

anyone else have anything fun to share?

GregsAnatomy

04-18-2004, 12:15 PM

I am really having a hard time deciding between OUCOM and NSUCOM. Really my favorite thing about NSUCOM is the Ft. Lauderdale location, but I can't see too many other benefits over OUCOM. Someone give me a good reason to "head south"!!!!!!!!! :cool:

DoctorInSpace

04-18-2004, 12:18 PM

A great OMM department, wonderful rotation sites where you will see a wide variety of illnesses (including things you won't see in most other places b/c we have a high immigrant population in some areas), new facilities, non-competitive environment, helpful upperclasspersons, open-door policy, Kaplan board review, clinical experience starting in your first month......do you need more?

Doc34

04-18-2004, 07:11 PM

Pegasus, I would go to OUCOM, you should not pick a place just soley on the location. I think OUCOM is abetter fit for you.

Tap0utt

04-18-2004, 08:55 PM

Pegasus, I would go to OUCOM, you should not pick a place just soley on the location. I think OUCOM is abetter fit for you.

for some reason, ur post sounds as though u want pegasus to leave a spot open at nsu so u can get off their waitlist... http://www.houston-imports.com/forums/images/smilies/ugh.gif

Doc34

04-19-2004, 02:41 PM

for some reason, ur post sounds as though u want pegasus to leave a spot open at nsu so u can get off their waitlist... http://www.houston-imports.com/forums/images/smilies/ugh.gif

You are correct! :thumbup:

Tap0utt

04-19-2004, 02:50 PM

at least ur honest :D

HoodyHoo

04-19-2004, 04:52 PM

Robz

04-19-2004, 06:53 PM

So, has anyone figured out when they are moving down to fort lodi dodi? My lease starts July 1st so I'm moving around that time. I'm yet to figure out exactly what I'll do for a month before school starts but it should be fun. So I think we should all go out on the beach before school starts :cool: Geez, I still can't believe i'm movin to florida :D

I am going down to look for an apartment in May and I hope to get a lease for July 1st. That would be awesome. I also figure a month to get situated is a good as well.

kristabel

04-21-2004, 01:56 PM

Robz

04-21-2004, 08:03 PM

So I just sat down with the calendar... It looks like I'm not going to make it down to go apartment hunting until late June and I don't anticipate moving until the end of July. So now I'm starting to freak out a little about getting it all done!! :scared: Hopefully I can get there with a few days to hang out at the beach before school starts!

I did the same thing. I wasn't getting down there till june.

Then I found a 220 dollar roundtrip flight from Knoxville. (we just don't usually have cheap flights) That was it and I am going down May 21st. I need to get an apartment for my own piece of mind...but I was sure I would find an apartment in June as well...just maybe not the ideal one I would have wanted.

Rest assured there are plenty of apartments in the area and I am sure you will find one or hook up with a student as a roomate that has already done the leg work.

kristabel

04-22-2004, 07:37 AM

Rest assured there are plenty of apartments in the area and I am sure you will find one or hook up with a student as a roomate that has already done the leg work.

Thanks for the encouragement!! I needed it. I know I'll find something. It's funny because I feel like the summer is going to go by so fast and it freaks me out, but at the same time I can't wait for school to start. Hmmm. It could just be that I'm a spaz ;)

Anyway, keep us posted on what you find Robz!!

HoodyHoo

04-22-2004, 08:44 AM

Robz

04-22-2004, 09:20 AM

So, if it makes you guys feel better, my apartment didn't go through so I have to look for another one. I guess in Florida you're supposed to give your deposit to a third party, but the owner of the place I was going to rent wanted it directly. Thus, my realtor said not to get it. Yay, I get to do this all over again :mad: +pissed+ :meanie:

I'm trying to figure this one out. I rented apartments before in Florida...in fact I am still leasing one in Orlando that I have been at since 2000. I never had to deal with a third party. Was it a private residence? Was your agent going to get screwed out of a comission if you went through directly? Usually they wanted a credit check...a job/schooling option to make sure you can pay the rent and first month+security deposit.

At least your getting this done now. I am going to do leg work in after my finals and basically get off the plane, get in my rental car, and start visiting places. Litteraly, just like that. Right now I got a great list of places from residency info (http://www.residency.info/) and the list on the class of 2006 site. Then I'll start calling them and setting up appointments if I can. Of course...I'll make time in order for me getting lost to get there also :)

HoodyHoo

04-22-2004, 09:29 AM

I'm trying to figure this one out. I rented apartments before in Florida...in fact I am still leasing one in Orlando that I have been at since 2000. I never had to deal with a third party. Was it a private residence? Was your agent going to get screwed out of a comission if you went through directly? Usually they wanted a credit check...a job/schooling option to make sure you can pay the rent and first month+security deposit.

At least your getting this done now. I am going to do leg work in after my finals and basically get off the plane, get in my rental car, and start visiting places. Litteraly, just like that. Right now I got a great list of places from residency info (http://www.residency.info/) and the list on the class of 2006 site. Then I'll start calling them and setting up appointments if I can. Of course...I'll make time in order for me getting lost to get there also :)

Yeah, I think it was a private party and I was going through a realtor. I guess the third party involvement is to make sure you're not getting screwed once it's time to get your deposit back and with the whole process in general.

kristabel

04-22-2004, 11:01 AM

Dr.L

04-22-2004, 09:47 PM

This is nice. I did not know that this existed or I would have got on earlier. Well I just thought to say hi, and may be be part of the group. I cannot wait until school starts as well, even thouhg finals are not over yet :(
I will be in FLA as soon as I get done with my school here, and I have got family that will help me move, so if any one will kinda run out of time to find a appartment let me know and may be I could help.
See ya!

Robz

04-23-2004, 08:06 AM

So today's NSU fun sponsered to you by...robz

Yesterday I decided to call and see why I hadn't heard anything about a few things from NSU. Mainly anything financial.

OOPS.....seems I forgot to fill out the loan entrance exam and my authorization forms.

And....to boot they probably won't make a decision on my resident status until June......

and they need at transcripts in before they will award any money...

but its nice to have the email account and the webstar to look up some information on.

so, I have now taken care of the financial aid portion and they said award will be late june/july as they need to take care of those that have classes starting in July.

Did anyone else notice that the m2's year starts July 6th this year? I guess that means we start a month eariler next year as well.

kristabel

04-23-2004, 08:09 AM

AUdacious

04-23-2004, 09:15 AM

Robz,

Yeah, we have our M1 summer cut short so that during our second year, we can have about a month to study for Step 1 instead of having finals and then taking boards the next week like some other students have to do. During that time, we all take the Kaplan course (paid for by NSUCOM or your tuition money - whichever you prefer) so its really a good deal in the end. The M2s this year finished last week I think.

Dr. L,

Congratulations on your acceptance. Don't forget to check out the unofficial class websites - http://www.nsucom.info/ - there is some great info there and places to do intros and find roomies etc.

See you guys soon,
AUdacious
NSUCOM M1

DoctorInSpace

04-23-2004, 10:07 AM

Robz

04-23-2004, 11:00 AM

Robz

04-23-2004, 11:06 AM

Robz and any one else in Class of 2008

Don't be surprised if they wait until the end of July/beginning of August to tell you about state residency. Last year, they didn't tell us until VERY close to orientation. I know it is a hassle, but that is just how it goes unfortunately.

Congrats to all the new people! Good luck finding apartments and moving.

Crap crap crap. Thanks for the info. I have had a few ponderances about this. I have talked to others that have assured me I should have nothing to worry about but I am still the paranoid person that wants to see it in stone.

See I have an apartment in Orlando since 2000, have a FL driver license dated Janunary 2002 when I updated it, my W2 forms are all from the Disney Corporation in LBV from 2000, sent in bills with my FL address on it and all that jazz.

I am though finishing up an MPH degree at UTK and I forwarded all my mail here cause my mail in FL was getting delayed or missing. So, I was worried about that affecting my applications. The office of residency was really tough to get anything out of..even a reply. I finally talked to Mrs. Robison the other day and she explained a lot of information to me, assured me things should be cool, and let me know that I'd find out through the webstar sometime in June cause they typically don't send out letters. I believe Keren Perez is now handling applications.

Thanks for the info...now I just have to finish getting my transcripts out before matriculation. :)

Ca$h MaNi

04-23-2004, 11:40 AM

Waaaaazzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz....(u remember the beer commercial, right?)
Shout out to all my chi-town homies n' fly girls! hahaha....Ca$h Mani here(current m1) saying congrats to all the new recruits up in here. Anyone from the midwest or chicago on this site yet? Holla back! (no, I'm really not this ghetto :laugh: ) I just wanna say that u will have a blast down here and love this place(which is why u all picked it)...but it is truly da shiznit!!! I just wanted to say what up and keep chillin like a villain sittin next to matt dillon while u can....and if there's any advice...come down early and enjoy florida...heck, u can all chill with mickey in orlando....hook it up with JAWS at universal...there's lots to do....get wild wit your badselves! Last but not least, if u ever have any questions or need any advice...or the DL on classes and tips on surviving your first year... once u get in that mood(which u shouldnt be in yet..hehe)....hit me back at anytime and Ill try to get back to u when i can. thats the best part...lots of help from upperclassmen and fellow classmates...dont ya feel the love :love: ...dang that was fruity...my bad :idea: ...anyways...peace out ya'll and CONGRATS AGAIN!! :thumbup:

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HoodyHoo

04-23-2004, 11:49 AM

Hey Hoody, I'm sorry to hear that happened to you :( That sucks. Are you going to go down or are you going to try and rent another place through this realtor? Good luck!! :luck:

I think i might use the same realtor. I'm not sure, there seem to be so many places that this is getting tough to do online without actually going down there........but anyway Ca$hMani, I'm from Iowa, hence "fields of corn". Oh yeah, I might be looking into getting a two bedroom. So if anyone wants to be a roomie, we could talk more about it. I'm male but I'd live with a male or female, don't really care......peace. :cool:

Dr.L

04-23-2004, 12:12 PM

Hey thank you for the welcoming and the tips. I think that helping each other will be the key of our success and enjoyment of the next four year ( as much as we could enjoy another four years of schooling :rolleyes:
I have a question:
Did you all get mail package that had a vaccination form, and some other docs. One of them was an offer on buying scrubs. Do we have to purchase scrubs or I thought we will get to free pairs? What about we do not purchase them now, could we purchase them when we get there? How about the dissection kit?
Anyone knows anything on the matter?
Thanks
oh by the way my name is Lorenc ( as Lawrence in english)

kristabel

04-23-2004, 12:32 PM

OOPS.....seems I forgot to fill out the loan entrance exam and my authorization forms.

Hey Robz, Since you seem to be a couple steps ahead of me on this - what is the loan entrance exam?? I went to webstar and it said that I was missing the authorization form and that I was not officially admitted to the program (which is just a matter of them receiving my transcripts, I think). But it didn't say anything about the loan entrance exam... now I'm worried I'm missing something. This financial aid stuff is getting confusing. :o

Also, have the rest of you MSI's-to-be joined the M2008 listserve yet? People are talking about registering for classes already?!? Are we supposed to be doing that? I kind of assumed that would get covered in orientation. Anyway, thanks for answering all of my crazy questions! ;)

kristabel

04-23-2004, 12:36 PM

Did you all get mail package that had a vaccination form, and some other docs. One of them was an offer on buying scrubs. Do we have to purchase scrubs or I thought we will get to free pairs? What about we do not purchase them now, could we purchase them when we get there? How about the dissection kit?

I did get this packet of information. I don't know anything about getting scrubs free, but I don't think we HAVE to buy scrubs through this offer. I think you can wear whatever scrubs you want. I do think I will go ahead and get the dissection kit, it seems like a good thing to have from the start of school. Maybe some of our knowledgeable upperclassmen can help us out here.... :D

Fin-Nor

04-23-2004, 12:49 PM

so i just got some info on white coats... you would figure that your deposits and future tuition fees would help cover the cost, but it sure doesnt.

$84.80 by may 15.

time to cut another check...

hcrunner

04-23-2004, 03:18 PM

hey...just wanted to give some of you on the waitlist a little hope and let you know there will be another spot opening up cause i have decided to defer my acceptance for a year and will be entering in the fall of 2005. well best of luck to all of you and i guess i'll be seeing you all in 2005....hmm maybe i should start a NSU class of 2009 thread already :laugh:

DoctorInSpace

04-23-2004, 06:55 PM

OK, the Scrubs---here's the deal. One of the clubs on campus sells scrubs with the NSU logo on it, which are kind of nice to have. You do not have to purchase those. YOu can if you want. They are drawstring bottoms, and otherwise just like regular scrubs. Ciel blue is that sky blue color----if you watch ER or Scrubbs, i think one of those shows wears that color. You know what Navy Blue is, and the Hunter Green is darker than grass, but not that military green. It is nice and bright, like an emerald.

You can buy any scrubs you want from whereever you want. I believe our dress code still says they are supposed to be solid colors only (no prints), but I haven't heard of anyone getting in trouble for prints. Your choice if you want to risk it. I personally like Dickie brand scrubs. They are a little more expensive, but some of them are brushed cotton and softer than your average scrub set, you can buy cargo-type pants w/lots of pockets (i love that!) and i personally like the ones w/the elastic top. See, I'm short, and hate stuff on my waist, so i find the elastic top is easier to roll down to my hips.

You can wear any shirt under your scrub top, or no shirt underneath at all. You can wear sneakers w/your scrubs. You can tuck in your top, or leave it out. Scrubs are like pajamas, so I wear them almost every day, unless I have something to do that requires real clothing (simulated patient exams, for instance).

I hope that helps on the scrubs issue. I had gotten several emails from various people asking me, and when I saw the issue on here, i decided to pass on the info.

Oh, and your equipment---don't worry about getting it too early. You will have plenty of time to buy your goods when you get here. The school will have a session set up so you can talk to the equipment people and decide what you want.

Free scrubs?? i wish! Sorry, but unless the school is giving your class some special bonus, don't expect free scrubs.

Any other Questions, feel free to ask. There are enough current students on SDN to help you out.
Jill

DoctorInSpace

04-23-2004, 06:59 PM

Kristabel,

The dissection kit---yeah, you need that before school starts, only b/c you start dissecting day 2 of class. Nice way to welcome you to med school!! You might want to pick up some extra blades--either size 10 or 21, whichever you prefer. If you don't know what I'm talking about, don't worry---i'm just saying that on cadavers, blades can get dull quickly. I have a box of 100 21 size blades, and I have a bunch left. I"m sure I"ll be passing them on to your class.

Ok, i think that's enough for the evening!

Jill

Robz

04-23-2004, 07:31 PM

Robz

04-23-2004, 07:47 PM

Hey Robz, Since you seem to be a couple steps ahead of me on this - what is the loan entrance exam?? I went to webstar and it said that I was missing the authorization form and that I was not officially admitted to the program (which is just a matter of them receiving my transcripts, I think). But it didn't say anything about the loan entrance exam... now I'm worried I'm missing something. This financial aid stuff is getting confusing. :o

Also, have the rest of you MSI's-to-be joined the M2008 listserve yet? People are talking about registering for classes already?!? Are we supposed to be doing that? I kind of assumed that would get covered in orientation. Anyway, thanks for answering all of my crazy questions! ;)

Yeah I am on the list serve and thats how I knew about the white coat order form that was SUPPOSE to be with our admissions packet. I dropped the check off in the mail today for my two coats. I haven't read anything today so I don't know crap about registering for anything. I'll take it as it comes.

As for financial aid? THere was like a couple of forms that they told me to fill out. One was an entrance exam for Sallie Mae who I take it was the main lender for NSUCOM. The entrance exam is here.

http://www.nova.edu/cwis/finaid/information/online.html

I have used Sallie Mae before so I am cool with them but I am not sure what to do if you don't want to use them. You also have to do a authorization form as well. The financial aid people told me that it was suppose to be faxed but I found it as an online form. Go fig. I filled it out and will follow up on it probably on Tuesday or so to make sure it is all good. It can be found here.

https://www.nova.edu/sbin/finaidforms

or a hard copy under MISC which you can fax to them at

https://www.nova.edu/sbin/finaidforms

I opted to do the online. We'll see if it works. Again I'll call on Monday. As for not ebing registered I assume that will be when all transcripts and the final 1000 fee are paid. I hope this helps you out a bit. I followed up with the health professions financial aid helpers and they told me awards will be around June/July.

Robz

04-23-2004, 07:51 PM

OK, the Scrubs---here's the deal. One of the clubs on campus sells scrubs with the NSU logo on it, which are kind of nice to have. You do not have to purchase those. YOu can if you want. They are drawstring bottoms, and otherwise just like regular scrubs. Ciel blue is that sky blue color----if you watch ER or Scrubbs, i think one of those shows wears that color. You know what Navy Blue is, and the Hunter Green is darker than grass, but not that military green. It is nice and bright, like an emerald.

You can buy any scrubs you want from whereever you want. I believe our dress code still says they are supposed to be solid colors only (no prints), but I haven't heard of anyone getting in trouble for prints. Your choice if you want to risk it. I personally like Dickie brand scrubs. They are a little more expensive, but some of them are brushed cotton and softer than your average scrub set, you can buy cargo-type pants w/lots of pockets (i love that!) and i personally like the ones w/the elastic top. See, I'm short, and hate stuff on my waist, so i find the elastic top is easier to roll down to my hips.

You can wear any shirt under your scrub top, or no shirt underneath at all. You can wear sneakers w/your scrubs. You can tuck in your top, or leave it out. Scrubs are like pajamas, so I wear them almost every day, unless I have something to do that requires real clothing (simulated patient exams, for instance).

I hope that helps on the scrubs issue. I had gotten several emails from various people asking me, and when I saw the issue on here, i decided to pass on the info.

Ohhhhhhhhhhh this was helpful info. Thanks.

I still think I am going to buy 4 scrubs anyway. I really don't know how many pairs to own. I love scrubs and I'm a guy so I'll be wearing them every chance I can get. I was thinking of ordering through the forms provided so that I can get the logo but if they are cheaper elsewhere I may be temped to go there. Any options?

DoctorInSpace

04-23-2004, 09:25 PM

Robz,

I would buy some through the order form....it is a nice way to support the surgical club and the logo is pretty cool. I own 10 pairs I think. One pair was from when I volunteered for the medical examiner, so that was the pair I used during anatomy labs. They were too big anyway. It really depends on how often you do your laundry, and how much variety you want. I have all sorts of colors---black, maroon, army green, ciel blue, beige, turquoise, purple, royal blue, navy blue, and regular traditional scrub green. I like variety. If you go to any uniform store, you can see the selection. If you want to wait until you get down here, I can tell you where one of the biggest uniform stores is in the area, and they have a great selection. Everyone I send there has been satisfied (or they haven't told me otherwise). And you may find them cheaper, but $25 a pair is pretty average. And think about it---you get an entire outfit for only $25!! You can't get an outfit of regular clothing for that cheap!

Robz

04-23-2004, 09:56 PM

DrQuinn

04-24-2004, 03:22 AM

When I went to NSUCOM, I had scrubs from the hospitals I had volunteered/worked at previously... I didn't buy any. Its kind of a waste IMHO... and I thought the Surgery Club scrubs looked kind of goofy with the logo, but to each their own. It is a good way to support the club, I suppose. I would own 5 pairs, just so you're not doing laudnry on them that often... but you can wear them two days in a row without anyone knowing (shhhhhhhhh don't tell anyone). Not that I would do that, I dont' want to be stinky.

The important things to do before you start med school is to just enjoy your time off. Sure, you'll have two or three months during your four years where you'll have absolutely nothing to do, but those are the last times in your entire life. Enjoy what you have now!

Q, DO

polo8250

04-24-2004, 08:33 AM

.... If you want to wait until you get down here, I can tell you where one of the biggest uniform stores is in the area, and they have a great selection. Everyone I send there has been satisfied (or they haven't told me otherwise). And you may find them cheaper, but $25 a pair is pretty average. And think about it---you get an entire outfit for only $25!! You can't get an outfit of regular clothing for that cheap!

Hi Jill,

I live close by school and would like to go ahead and purchase some scrubs so if you wouldn't mind posting which uniform store you had in mind that would be great. Thanks! :)

Lisa

polo8250

04-24-2004, 09:02 AM

I was wondering if most current students with financial aid went with the NSU lender (which is ?) for their stafford loans or went with alternate lenders. I heard that the NSU lender has a 3% origination fee whereas other lenders have 1% or no origination fee at all.

In one of the finanical aid packets (or online) I also saw that one of the alternate lenders (Sallie-mae) deferred payment thru residency but the others were deferred until your graduated.

This is my first time getting financial aid so I am a little clueless. :confused: I will be going to the financial aid office this week but I think hearing this info from current students would be helpful.

Thanks ;)

Fin-Nor

04-24-2004, 10:25 AM

lisa,

please keep us posted with what they tell you. :)

AUdacious

04-24-2004, 01:48 PM

www.accessgroup.org
www.nowloans.org

Check those out; a lot of people used them. I had no idea what to do so I just went with salliemae (b/c I used them in undergrad) which has an origination fee - I think those two above dont. Either way, I heard you either pay now and get benefits later or dont pay now and get no benefits later. If I could do it again, I would probably go with no origination fee (I have heard good things about nowloans). I have like 7 sets of different scrubs - one is from the surgical club. I like the set but it is a little big. They are good to buy but not being able to try them on kinda sucks so just be careful about buying all your scrubs there or you may look like a clown all year. :D

War Eagle!
NSUCOM M1

DoctorInSpace

04-24-2004, 01:55 PM

Hi Jill,

I live close by school and would like to go ahead and purchase some scrubs so if you wouldn't mind posting which uniform store you had in mind that would be great. Thanks! :)

Lisa

Ok, it is called Discount Uniform Center. 1800 NW 38th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 954-733-3970
From school, this is the easiest way to go. Take University Drive North to Broward Blvd, and head East. At 441/SR7, you North. Go past Sunrise Blvd. At NW19th Street (before Oakland Park Blvd), you will make a right. There is a light there, so it won't be too hard to find. Then make your first right onto NW 38th Avenue. It will be just a little way down on your left hand side.

Let me know if it works out for you.

Jill

1max2nv

04-24-2004, 05:21 PM

I went with www.medpreferred.com it seems that u get the most savings from this lender which does have 10% back. I don't know How reputable they are though

Dr.L

04-24-2004, 08:02 PM

Robz

04-24-2004, 08:35 PM

Quote:
"Hey all..
I was wondering if anyone knew when THE last day was to notify NSU that you
were still going to accept. Is May 15th the final day that binds you to the
school? If anyone can provide me with any info that would be great!
jennio828@hotmail.com "

Whassup everyone!
Hey, did you all get the email quoted above? Do we have to notify nsu-com for a final acceptance of the seat in the class or only if we don't want go there we let them know? ( is it by defoult that, if we do not notify that we do not want to go there, we get the seat?)
I am just confused by the email above! Anyone knows more about this? :confused:

You had to write an acceptance letter to the school with the first 250 dollar deposit. You are in the class if you have done this and setup your following deposits.

Obviously since the person has a NSU email account they are considered part of the class of 2008. The may 15th deadline is the pre-registeration fee and the date that AMCAS has set that all schools see where you have and haven't been acepted to and can start pushing you to selected a final school or drop your acceptance. It has nothing to do with a binding agreement.

polo8250

04-25-2004, 07:28 AM

www.accessgroup.org
www.nowloans.org

Check those out; a lot of people used them. I had no idea what to do so I just went with salliemae (b/c I used them in undergrad) which has an origination fee - I think those two above dont. Either way, I heard you either pay now and get benefits later or dont pay now and get no benefits later. If I could do it again, I would probably go with no origination fee (I have heard good things about nowloans)....

War Eagle!
NSUCOM M1

Thanks for the suggestions AUdacious and 1max2nv. I will check out your recommended lenders! :)

polo8250

04-25-2004, 07:33 AM

Ok, it is called Discount Uniform Center. 1800 NW 38th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 954-733-3970
From school, this is the easiest way to go. Take University Drive North to Broward Blvd, and head East. At 441/SR7, you North. Go past Sunrise Blvd. At NW19th Street (before Oakland Park Blvd), you will make a right. There is a light there, so it won't be too hard to find. Then make your first right onto NW 38th Avenue. It will be just a little way down on your left hand side.

Let me know if it works out for you.

Jill

Thanks for the directions Jill! I will head over there this week. :)

Dr.L

04-25-2004, 08:37 AM

Hey Robz thank you for the info.
I did mail the acceptance letter with my $250 when it was due, that email made me think that we had to write another letter.

Medic32

04-26-2004, 07:17 AM

Can't wait to start in the fall!

NotShorty

04-26-2004, 01:38 PM

Has anyone gotten their vaccinations through NSU's health clinic?!

I have gotten little or no vaccines in my lifetime, and I currently don't have health insurance (woo hoo! :D ).

I'd really like to avoid paying full cost for this, and I wondered if NSU shouldered any of the cost for their incoming students.

Thanks,
NS

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DoctorInSpace

04-26-2004, 06:21 PM

Not Shorty

I do believe that the NSU clinic offers vaccines at reduced cost. They have a schedule of when you can get your Hep B shots. I'm not sure about the others (tetanus, DTaP, Hib or any other required vaccine).

You should get something in the mail about the vaccines and getting them at the NSU clinic. If you want to call the student clinic, call 954-262-4100 and ask for Student Health.

1max2nv

04-26-2004, 08:08 PM

anyone know when we could get health insurance through the schooL and how much it costs etc?

DOit

04-26-2004, 08:14 PM

I was interested in getting the health insurance since mine will expire at the end of May...so I was told that they are in the process of getting a new health insurance provider and until the schools picks the company it wont be possible to know how much it will cost and when you will be able to sign up. I hope they figure it out soon.

AUdacious

04-26-2004, 08:34 PM

Most people go with either Chickering or SOMA as far as I know but you can go with whoever you want; I dont know anything about a new health provider. I went with Chickering - as long as you go to the NSU clinic (which is between Cedar Key and the school so like two seconds away), your copay is waived but labs aren't covered. Other than the labs, I havent had any issues with chickering but I dont get sick often and go to the clinic for everything I need.

http://www.chickering.com/ Chickering
http://www.studentdo.com/ SOMA

About vaccinations, ditto. I got all of my vaccinations done through the physician I shadowed before orientation. I remember that at the beginning of the year, they put up a schedule for people who hadnt gotten or hadnt finished their Hep B series according to last name to have it finished at the clinic but I dont remember seeing any info about other vaccinations and I think we had to have the others before orientation. I will ask around when I can. I would call admissions and the clinic to see what can be done and when.

bgworm

04-26-2004, 11:00 PM

Hey everyone,
Been accepted in the class of 2008. I was wondering about the health insurance as well. Does anyone know if you can get family coverage or just for the student?

sunystudent

04-27-2004, 01:44 PM

:) Hello everyone!! I just found out today that I was accepted and am extremely happy to be going to NSU. I was accepted at other schools but I loved everything about NSU. I am so excited to see you all in July!!!! :luck:

DoctorInSpace

04-27-2004, 01:48 PM

AUdacious

04-27-2004, 04:06 PM

Congratulations on your acceptance! I know Chickering allows family coverage but of course its going to cost you - not sure about SOMA. See you all soon!

NSUCOM M1

1max2nv

04-27-2004, 06:17 PM

Just wondering any New yOrkers/NJ at NSU that fly back often? If so how often do u get a chance to fly back and whats the best airline for students?

Robz

04-27-2004, 06:23 PM

Just wondering any New yOrkers/NJ at NSU that fly back often? If so how often do u get a chance to fly back and whats the best airline for students?
I'm an ex-NYer but I am pretty sure I can answer your question. I perfer either Jetblue or Southwest Airlines if you want a fairly cheap flight and they both fly into Ft. Lauderdale. It is nice that a lot of airlines fly there because of all the cruise ships there.

Robz

04-27-2004, 06:27 PM

Hey Robz thank you for the info.
I did mail the acceptance letter with my $250 when it was due, that email made me think that we had to write another letter.

Your welcome! :D

I figure if they need something they will write me.

Lately, the "transcript" police have been after me. I got the letter to send my transcripts when I got my acceptance in December.....then I kinda just let it slip cause I knew Financial Aid is not out until June/July at the earilest. This week I got an email from Mary (who's retiring!) asking for them. OOPS! So, I have sent in 4 out of my 5 schools and holding out on my current school until my finals are over and my spring grades are posted. I'd hate to keep stinking sending the same transcripts over and over. Which I am sure they want to know about my pass/fail 6 hours of internship credits I am taking over the summer as well. :rolleyes:

DrQuinn

04-27-2004, 07:00 PM

Hey everyone,
Been accepted in the class of 2008. I was wondering about the health insurance as well. Does anyone know if you can get family coverage or just for the student?

You can get family coverage under Chickering, but its dang expensive. I ended up *gasp* not getting insurance my last two years of NSUCOM, it was just too expensive. Not very smart to do but I got through it okay. Boy its sure nice though being a resident... now I don't have to fear illness!

I think its an extra 1-2k a year for family.

Q, DO

Robz

04-27-2004, 07:16 PM

You can get family coverage under Chickering, but its dang expensive. I ended up *gasp* not getting insurance my last two years of NSUCOM, it was just too expensive. Not very smart to do but I got through it okay. Boy its sure nice though being a resident... now I don't have to fear illness!

I think its an extra 1-2k a year for family.

Q, DO

Holy Cow! Two years? I did this last year without insurance and I'm damn happy I didn't get ill. That would totally break the bank....

Then again I could pose as a drunk homeless guy that was dying just to come into the Tampa ED to get free health care right?

Robz

04-29-2004, 03:25 PM

bumedy bump

hey is anyone on here going to go to the get together that the list serve people are talking about? I'm not and I'm, trying to scrape up my 1000 bucks for my last deposit.

Oh and for those of you wondering (and I knew you were) I got my physical for school and the total cost for an uninsured student was 280 bucks! WOO HOO! Lets hear it for being broke and eating ramen noodles!

Tap0utt

04-29-2004, 03:45 PM

ouch... you're right, that is a lot for just a physical.

glad im still under my parent's coverage.

Robz

04-29-2004, 04:41 PM

ouch... you're right, that is a lot for just a physical.

glad im still under my parent's coverage.

oh yeah...titers, teatnus shot, and jazz like that was included as well. Definatly bumped the price up...he knew I was a poor student so no unessessary blood lipid panels or jazz like that either. :)

kristabel

04-30-2004, 07:24 AM

Robz

04-30-2004, 07:43 AM

Yikes! That is a lot! I'm glad you said something about it though - I had kind of forgotten that we needed to get that done :o That $1000 is also worrying me a little, although my tax refund put me a lot closer than I thought I would get (thank goodness for generous, incredibly supportive parents).

I won't be attending the outing being planned on the list serve, I'm still stuck in Atlanta. :(

Yeah...I almost forgot about the physician checkup that they want by May 15th also. I'm sending that out this week.

I realized that I am going to be bleeding money now. The 180 for the check up, 1000 deposit, 280 for plane flight to find apartment, 100+ for hotel for said search, 100 car rental for search, 85 dollar coat fee, scrub fees and disection kit, rental deposit/security fee, and finally moving costs.

OH MAN........its hurt..........in the wallet........fading fast.......

I had to apply for a credit card so I am awaitng to get that in the mail so I can pay my deposit fee.

P.S. Stuck in Atlanta isn't that bad. I really like that city and like to hang out there every now and then. Ya got a six flags and whitewater water park in Mareitta! (look for the big chicken!)

kristabel

04-30-2004, 11:21 AM

P.S. Stuck in Atlanta isn't that bad. I really like that city and like to hang out there every now and then. Ya got a six flags and whitewater water park in Mareitta! (look for the big chicken!)

No, Atlanta isn't bad at all - I like it a lot, actually. I'll be sad to leave my family and friends when I move, I'm just ready to move on from my boring admin job and start med school.

I sympathize with your hemorrhaging wallet - mine feels the same. I wish they could give us those loans a little sooner, or not require such a ridiculous deposit. :rolleyes:

AUdacious

04-30-2004, 12:02 PM

At least it is a deposit and not a fee - it goes towards your tuition so you kinda get it back b/c 2k of your tuition is already paid.

War Eagle!

NotShorty

04-30-2004, 12:34 PM

I was trying to do a search, but I can't find the dang-blasted search feature anymore thanks to SDN's new look. :confused:

Anyway, what do you guys think of Davie Crossings apartments? They look pretty good in the pics on oco101.com/nova/ and they're close but not too close to NSU.

All pros and cons are appreciated.

-NS

NotShorty

04-30-2004, 12:36 PM

oh, search appears once you're signed in... :)

Dr.L

04-30-2004, 07:24 PM

Hey! may be you guys have already discussed this, but I just don't seem able to find it any where on this thread.
When is our 85 dollar coat fee due. I looked at those forms that we got on the mail (physical etc) and I did not read anything concerning white coat. :confused:
Anyone knows more about this?
Thanks in advance :thumbup:

Robz

04-30-2004, 08:15 PM

DoctorInSpace

04-30-2004, 08:16 PM

Robz

04-30-2004, 08:18 PM

Anyone know anyhting about the broward mall? I have seen its close to NSUCOM when I am looking for apartment places. I just don't knwo the area very well. Is it a Real mall or one of the famous Florida Strip malls?

DoctorInSpace

04-30-2004, 08:21 PM

Robz,

It is a real mall, with several department stores, as well as the normal other stores in a regular mall. There is another one just up the road, Fashion Mall, which is really nice, too.

Robz

04-30-2004, 08:21 PM

Hopefully someone in the incoming class can give more info, but last year we got an order form in one of our packets for the white coats. If you have not received that order form, please let me know. I'm having a meeting with the one of the people who puts together your packages.....and if none of you are getting the order form.....well, I can look into that for you.

On the class listserve Dr. Whitehead was suprised that we did not have that order form when someone asked about white coats...a week later the form was at my house. That why i think it was suppose to be in the packet. :)

I bought two coats and I guess we get them in the ceremony right?

DoctorInSpace

04-30-2004, 08:23 PM

Robz

04-30-2004, 08:24 PM

Robz,

It is a real mall, with several department stores, as well as the normal other stores in a regular mall. There is another one just up the road, Fashion Mall, which is really nice, too.

Now you have my attention.

Could you talk a little more about the malls? :) (you can tell I have priorites right?)

Are they tiny malls or they decent ones? are we talking Macy's or Dillards? :)

aww hell as long as they have a Babbages or Electronics Boutique I'm all good. :)

DoctorInSpace

04-30-2004, 08:25 PM

On the class listserve Dr. Whitehead was suprised that we did not have that order form when someone asked about white coats...a week later the form was at my house.

Good to know. That is exactly who I'm meeting w/on Monday, Dr. Whitehead. Hopefully everyone will get their order forms.

Robz

04-30-2004, 08:26 PM

Robz,

You actually get them during orientation. You will take pictures for the yearbook in the coats. You will bring one with you the day of the White Coat ceremony, and when you get on stage w/9 other people, a faculty member will help you put it on.

:D

Thats pretty cool. I can imagine that it gets to be a bit repetious doing that part of the ceremony what...20 times to get the class through?

It sounds cool. What did you think of it?

DoctorInSpace

04-30-2004, 08:29 PM

DoctorInSpace

04-30-2004, 08:32 PM

Thats pretty cool. I can imagine that it gets to be a bit repetious doing that part of the ceremony what...20 times to get the class through?

It sounds cool. What did you think of it?

Yeah, 10 people at a time...so about 20 times through. I really enjoyed it. I had my parents, my husband, my brother, and two friends. I have the video as well as pictures. Afterwards, you have lunch at the school, and the parents/friends/family can stick around for a little orientation. We had lunch and then left. The White Coat ceremony is a great opportunity to get pictures w/your white coat, and your family is all gushing on you. Cheesy, but very sweet.

Robz

04-30-2004, 08:33 PM

Robz,

At Fashion Mall, I believe they have Macy's and Lord & Taylor. Broward Mall has Burdines (now owned by Macy's anyway), Sears, Dillard......I believe.....and I can't remember of there is another one. We have a Bloomingdales around too, but i forget which mall. There is also a strip mall that has Old Navy and a few others that are pretty good.

Believe me, you will have plenty of malls to choose from! We also have the infamous Sawgrass Mills Mall, which is miles long, and is outlet stores, so you get nice stuff for cheap.

Oh...yeah.

If I sound kinda dumb its because I am used to big malls and shopping from when I lived in NY and again a little bit in Orlando. Being back in Knoxville for the last bit...they really don't have large malls or things like that. Its a mid sized city. I figured if you were that close to metro area there would be some great malls...plus you have the tourist population. I feel better now, that they are so close.

DoctorInSpace

04-30-2004, 08:37 PM

Robz

04-30-2004, 08:41 PM

I've been to Maryville (close to Knoxville, right?) and there didn't seem like such great malls around......actually, not much of anything. I'm from NY too, and i'm perfectly happy w/the shopping situation down here. And it is all so close to school!!!

MUAHAHHAHAHAHAHAH! I don't think I said it but I'm from Maryville. (Pronounced Mar-vil for those that are from here) We have a mall....its just kinda small....and the movie theater is across the street...and that theater doesn't take credit cards.....and ....well you get the picture. It does have an electronic Boutique and a good bookstore so all is ok in my book. Thanks for the help you rock!

DoctorInSpace

04-30-2004, 08:45 PM

As you can see, I'm doing a wonderful job studying for bacteriology tonight.......My bro-in-law lives in Maryville, and I was up there almost 2 years ago. He has a beautiful house with a view of the mountains....very pretty up there. I'm a big city girl, though.

I tried to give you Karma points, Robz, but it wouldn't let me........have to spread the wealth.

polo8250

04-30-2004, 08:45 PM

Now you have my attention.

Could you talk a little more about the malls? :) (you can tell I have priorites right?)

Are they tiny malls or they decent ones? are we talking Macy's or Dillards? :)

aww hell as long as they have a Babbages or Electronics Boutique I'm all good. :)

Yeah we have great malls around here, I think someone mentioned Fashion, Broward, and Sawgrass. The Pembroke Lakes mall is close by as well and a little farther there is Aventura Mall in Miami (has some pricey deparment stores like Bloomingdales and boutiques). As for gaming stores all have EB and Babbages, plus we have Game Stops. In the strip mall right by school that has the Old Navy there is a Game stop as well. (My boyfriend is into video games so I get to know these places pretty well :) )

Finding shopping malls will not be a problem in South Florida

Robz

04-30-2004, 08:49 PM

As for gaming stores all have EB and Babbages, plus we have Game Stops. In the strip mall right by school that has the Old Navy there is a Game stop as well. (My boyfriend is into video games so I get to know these places pretty well :) )

ALL RIGHT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! My addiction will be appeased....though I won't have time for them anymore!

(BTW ....you earn cool girlfriend points for knowing about video games. Thats so bonus.)

polo8250

04-30-2004, 08:55 PM

(BTW ....you earn cool girlfriend points for knowing about video games. Thats so bonus.)[/QUOTE]

lol..not only do I know about them I play some too! I play Halo sometimes but I like playing it when we have a couple X- Boxes connected for multiplayer games. I am best at fighting games though like Soul Caliber and Tekken. ..I know I am a dork :p

Robz

05-01-2004, 08:31 AM

lol..not only do I know about them I play some too! I play Halo sometimes but I like playing it when we have a couple X- Boxes connected for multiplayer games. I am best at fighting games though like Soul Caliber and Tekken. ..I know I am a dork :p

Ohhhhhhh. Good times! Your not a dork by anymeans. Thats just damn cool!

Robz

05-01-2004, 08:44 AM

I hope people don't mind me asking too many questions. :cool:

Now that I found my shopping I was wondering how the beaches are. When I drove down to NSUCOM from Orlando for my interview I spent very little time there. I basically drove down, got into my hotel, worked out and went to bed. I did though take about 30 minutes to drive cause I wanted to see a beach. I started driving south and east and driving right by the airport. I ended up in the docks districts. OOPS! Anyway, I found a Beach (started with a D. I believe) and since it was like oh...9pm in December it was deserted, dark, and cold. :) I got out...grabbed some sand....looked at the coastline with the lights of Miami....said...I saw the beach and got right back in my truck.

So, I'm going down in May and I was wondering what some of the best beaches were. I assume pretty good ones since there is some serious advertising for Ft. Lauderdale beach and of course South Beach but I was still curious of a local observations on this. I'm thinking of having a drink by the beach. Yes....that would be so nice.

DOit

05-01-2004, 09:10 AM

You probably were at Dania Beach! I think your best bet in Fort Lauderdale would be... Las Olas. I live near Deerfield Beach (about 15 minutes North of Fort Lauderdale) and I like the beach in Deerfield (by the pier). I also like Delray Beach (further North). But I think South Beach is my favorite, but I dont always feel like driving down there.

1max2nv

05-01-2004, 09:51 PM

hey wassup everyone....i've been looking for apts online n was wondering if any of your current NSU students would happen to know about these apts....

1.lakepointe at jacaranda
2.laurals at jacaranda

are these fairly good places to live....area/the apartments themselves fairly old?new?

any insight will be appreciated

DOit

05-02-2004, 01:19 PM

Has anyone gotten their financial aid package yet? If you did...were you happy with it? :)

Robz

05-02-2004, 02:59 PM

Has anyone gotten their financial aid package yet? If you did...were you happy with it? :)

I was told financial aid would be out sometime in june.

hippuppy

05-02-2004, 06:46 PM

Hi, I am Bryan Currie and will be a M-3 in July. I am leaving to do my rotations in West Palm and my roommates need someone to take my place. We live in a house about a 12 min drive from NSU-COM down University and heading East on Broward Blvd. I got this house last year from previous M-IIs who were leaving for rotations and it was an upperclassman secret before that. The house is huge with a large living room, a den with bar (great place to catch college football, and yes you will have time to do just that) and not to mention a recently resurfaced pool in the back with a huge yard. The rent is $516 per month plus approx $100 per month for the Wireless internet, water, electricity,lawn,pool stuff. This is THE PLACE so act fast! You can move in the first of July.
My two roomates are awsome. Brad is a surfer who graduated from Ohio State and head of Doctor's Outdoors and Axel is a former anatomy fellow and past president of the Student Osteopathic Surgical Assoc. Both are very knowledgable and can help you. So if you are a guy or girl who is looking for a great place to live and not allergic to Zoie, Brad's super friendly dog, give us a call at 954-625-2163 or email Brad at bschulte@nova.edu or me, Bryan, at bcurrie@nova.edu and we will get back to you asap. thanks.

currie

Robz

05-04-2004, 06:16 PM

question for current students or anyone that knows. I hear that a lot of Fridays are clinical days. Does this mean you follow physicians in the area in their own clinics? Like shadowing? Or do you work in the health clinic that is adjacent to the school? (which I have never seen) I was just curious about the first year patient contact during didatic training.

AUdacious

05-04-2004, 08:15 PM

I think you are talking about "IGC". You pick between internal medicine, family medicine, or peds and then you are assigned to shadow a physician in that field at their office about six times during the semester. The office is somewhere in the area - I am pretty sure no one is assigned to the clinic (although you can shadow there on your own time). This semester, we went every other Friday (about 6 times this semester and about the same last semester), but I am pretty sure that they are changing the day so that it doesnt cut your weekend short. How much you get to do depends on you and the physician you shadow. Some physicians prefer you to just watch and some will let you do a lot but you generally have to take the initative. See you soon.

DoctorInSpace

05-05-2004, 11:17 AM

In addition to what AUdacious said, there are a few people who were assigned to the clinic at school, mostly for reasons of transportation difficulties. The person who runs IGC is willing to work with students in their placements. And if you don't get your first choice during your first year, she will help you out during your second year.

AUdacious and I were assigned to the same doctor, and we loved working with each other, so we requested to be together again next year. We also had a great physician who spent plenty of time with us and allowed us to ask lots of question.

See you all soon!

Robz

05-05-2004, 07:53 PM

MUHAHHA. Yeah I meant ICG. Could you expand on what was expected of you? Which type of medicine did you observe..FP,IM, or peds? Did you guys just shadow or was the physician cool and let you do things?

AUdacious

05-06-2004, 09:46 AM

IGC is a honors, pass, fail course - 100% attendance, a patient log, and a case report on a patient you saw are expected. DoctorInSpace and I were assigned to family practice with a D.O. about 15 minutes away. He was awesome; after every patient, we would go and ask questions and discuss the condition in his office. We got to see a lot and even saw a blocked Wharton's Duct which was on a quiz we had the following week in a different class. We also got to see a lot of OPP at his office. We only did basic things like wt, ht, temp, bp, pulse, respirations, and patient histories. We were allowed to do more, but he said it was up to us about how comfortable we felt doing things. He asked us if we wanted to do some OPP once but we didnt learn the technique until two weeks later. We listened to a lot of hearts and looked into a lot of noses and ears. Like I said, it is what you make of it. Yes, we couldve done a lot more but we really got so much out of just seeing a patient with him and then talking about it afterwards that I was pretty happy doing that. By the end of your first year, you know how to do a complete history and physical so you could do that if the physician says its okay.

Samantha
sheltonh@nova.edu

AUdacious

05-06-2004, 09:54 AM

I forgot to mention that one of my friends was a respiratory therapist before coming to medical school. The physician she shadows gets her to see a patient on her own and then she presents the patient to the physician. Then, the physician talks to the patient and goes over everything. Afterwards, the physician tells her what she missed and how to do things better etc. and then she does a complete writeup on the patient. She has really learned a lot from this. She also gives shots and helps explain how/when to take medications and how they work and all kinds of cool things like that. I can't imagine what the students who are nurses or who are really comfortable with their OMM get to do. Again, it is what you make of it. See you soon.

Robz

05-06-2004, 10:24 AM

Rock on I couldn't ask for a better description. Thank you.

I was wondering about that. I am a paramedic and am quite familiar with talking to patients while not being nervous. The physicians I shadowed were really cool with me asking questions or them getting me to do things with a patients premission. I felt pretty special just shadowing...go fig!

I was a little interested in seeing if they were pretty cool preceptors or not. You make it sound like a lot of fun getting to play with what you learn early in school. Yay!

NotShorty

05-06-2004, 11:18 AM

Robz

05-06-2004, 11:37 AM

I have an appointment at NSU's clinic on Thurs the 20th to get current on my vaccines.

I DON'T CURRENTLY HAVE HEALTH INSURANCE

Is there a cheaper way to do this? Does NSU have any sort of assistance for their incoming students? What can I expect to pay (assuming I will need ALL of the vaccines)?

thanks,
NS

I don't know much but they may be able to give you a ball park figure if you call them. Their number is (954) 262-1262. They have a website but its not the most helpful in terms of information. http://www.nova.edu/smc/

I'd call and ask prices. That what I did here when I wanted a general figure.

Dr.L

05-08-2004, 08:58 PM

Hey! How is everybody doing?
How are finals going? for ya?ll that have any!

I was wondering does anyone know when exactly do we have to turn in the immunization form?
Do we have to have it done before May 15th?

And for you that are wondering how much would they cost!
I have all the vaccines done except Varicella, and the second and the third dose of HepB and I have paid about $170, so far.

See you all soon!

kristabel

05-10-2004, 09:45 AM

Robz

05-10-2004, 09:48 AM

Robz

05-10-2004, 09:50 AM

For what it's worth... I just went to get my medical forms filled out and the whole thing ended up costing me $196 and I DO have insurance. According to the people in the office, insurance won't cover "school physicals." I was surprised, but I paid it anyway. :(

Sounds like you got railroaded.

Yeah my visit ended up costing me around 240 and THEN i needed a titer for my heb B which I had the shots but didn't hvae documentation available.

Yes I am immune and it cost me a whopping 75 bucks for that freaking test....which happened to be about 35 more than they quoted me for it.

I can bitch or I can pay it and never do that crap again.

I elected to pay it and just get my paperwork in.

kristabel

05-10-2004, 09:57 AM

Sounds like you got railroaded.

Yes, I did, but I had the exact same thought process you did...I'll just pay for it so I don't have to deal with it anymore. The most expensive thing was the varicella titer, which I had done while I was in undergrad but I didn't have the documentation. So that was $57 I probably did have to spend. My immunization records show the first two Hep B shots, but I'm missing the last one. My mom swears I got it done, but I think I'm going to have to repeat the sequence (once I get to NSU and it's free). Good times!!!! :meanie:

Robz

05-10-2004, 10:06 AM

Yes, I did, but I had the exact same thought process you did...I'll just pay for it so I don't have to deal with it anymore. The most expensive thing was the varicella titer, which I had done while I was in undergrad but I didn't have the documentation. So that was $57 I probably did have to spend. My immunization records show the first two Hep B shots, but I'm missing the last one. My mom swears I got it done, but I think I'm going to have to repeat the sequence (once I get to NSU and it's free). Good times!!!! :meanie:

Free is good...or you can challenge it with a titer as well like I did. I was forced to have a lot of this crap done when I was in paramedic school before I got to do my hospital rotations. So I have been through this before and learned you get screwed a lot.....hense when I got my positive PPD....oh that pissed me off. Chest x-rays for life for me! Yay!

Anyway, I was lucky to have pretty good documentaion of all my shots and chicken pox (varicella). This last physicial finally though has everything on one page. Now I can transfer my records to another location without having to drag everything out. I am trying to figure out why we needed two copies for our hospital rotations, you'd think the school would forward them on with our HIPPA approval.

bgworm

05-10-2004, 10:08 AM

Robz

05-10-2004, 10:12 AM

All the vaccines cost me around 250 bucks. For all the vaccines and the varicella titer, which came back saying I never had chicken pox and am not immune!( I had them as a child, I even gave it to my brother :D Makes me wonder about the quality of their testing. :scared:

DAMN thats near my price range! I assume you had insurance too.

I know how you feel, I would have been furious if I needed my heb B sequence again.

As for varicella....I had it like when I was two and a half...my doc took my mom's documentation coupled with another physician writing that I had it as a child for my proof. No titer no nothing. Signed me off as having it when I was a child. Maybe I just got lucky in that he wasn't super demaning that the old physician records had to have the exact date of my illness on them...

then again I could have shown him my chicken pox scars :)

Robz

05-11-2004, 10:03 AM

so, today i am realizing there really isn't anyone at the admissions desk.

I tried to call Linda about my deposit payment and for two days I get voicemail....I left a message yesterday.

Today i tried just the regular desk....

again voicemail.....

Maybe they just want to skip my 1000 deposit fee. :)

I could use the fee cash!

bgworm

05-11-2004, 10:09 AM

I know what you mean. I had to call two or three times a day for three days to get a hold of someone. That was just to get them to take my money. I finally got a hold of someone who took my credit card info. :mad: I wonder what these people do all day?

Robz

05-11-2004, 10:15 AM

Robz

05-11-2004, 10:36 AM

I anyone in the class of 2008 hasn't signed up for the email or checked it today they have just relased the required and recommended book lists today. They also have the new budgets for everyone on there as well.

Robz

05-11-2004, 10:39 AM

I guess I should do a PSA and post the booklists for everyone....

DoctorInSpace

05-11-2004, 11:07 AM

Robz

05-11-2004, 11:42 AM

As for the budgets and the book lists.....you will hear a lot from us soon-to-be M2s as to which books are vital and which are not. For biochemistry for example, I have never once looked in the required text book. Everything you need to know is give as handouts in lecture or is stated during the lecture. All required books are on reserve at the library, too. I think they budget books/supplies as over $6000.....that is way more than you will ever need. All of your diagnostic equipment (otoscope, ophthalmoscope, blood pressure cuff, stethoscope, etc) will cost you less than $1000, and you will not buy $5000 worth of books. There are several books that are good for reference, and there are some that you need to have (at least in my opinion). DO NOT go out and buy all of the books on the list. You will be wasting your money.

I just wanted to get that out there b/c I would hate for you to go out and buy a bunch of books that you will reference very infrequently, when they are at the library if necessary. When we get a little closer to August, you will hear a lot more from us as to which books are truly necessary.

Thanks Jill. I was actually going to hold off on buying ANY books until school get closer. Hell, I'd pay for the fedex or UPS shipping if I needed them that bad.

I was and maybe still am going to go through on a search function to figure out what books are cool and what sucks. I know I want a netters for sure but do I want to buy one or sign up for AMSA and get on for free? Little things like that.

I'm poor...I'm a student..and 6K on books is INSANE. I already have a stethoscope and a BP cuff, so those are a few less things I need to worry about.

I'm hoping to get the INSIDE STUFF(TM) on the need to have and the nice to have.

It is nice if your on a military scholarship (which I am not) and get to buy EVERYTHING!

DoctorInSpace

05-11-2004, 08:52 PM

Yes, I am on military scholarship, and get reimbursed for all required stuff. I bought some non-required/non-recommended and didn't get reimbursed, but they were more helpful than the required stuff. Even if you bought every single required book, you still wouldn't spend $6000. Just count that as more money to live off of.

As time gets closer, you will learn what is needed and what isn't

kristabel

05-13-2004, 10:27 AM

docbon

05-13-2004, 10:45 AM

:idea: If you start driving you could have it there by tomorrow

kristabel

05-13-2004, 10:50 AM

:idea: If you start driving you could have it there by tomorrow

Clearly that's the answer - I wish I had thought of that! :p I'll just go start packing now...

Robz

05-13-2004, 10:53 AM

Okay, so I just had an interesting conversation with Linda from Admissions... I haven't sent in my last deposit yet (I needed until yesterday to round up the $1000), and she just told me that even if I overnight it they won't get it for a week because of how slow the mail is there. Now, I've been pretty last minute with all of my deposits and I haven't had a problem yet. We also got an email from Dr. Chaffin saying they "will be checking for payments received no later than Monday, May 17." So if it's at the school in time (perhaps not in the COM admissions office, but in some mailroom somewhere), they can't give away my seat, right???? :confused:

Hmmm. I remember that I sent in my deposit in March oh.....less than a day before it is due. I am sure if you have it postmarked by Friday you should be good. There has to be SOME leway.

I bit the bullet and applied for a credit card...I got one with a credit limit of 1000 and used it all up this last Tuesday for my final payment. To pay by credit is another option for you.

Lastly, I would just overnight it if your really worried or if your SUPER worried I think you can have fedex or UPS actually deliver it directly to the desk with a confirmation of delivery. It may cost you but if its for your piece of mind its all good.

I would call and let them know you sent the payment and jsut make sure they know you sent it. I doubt they will give away your seat without notification to you. The mail is unpredictable at best sometimes.

Oh and another thing. I really haven't talked to linda but Margie at 1126 is really really helpful. She answered a lot of my questions about residency waiting periods and general admissions thoughts I had.

Robz

05-13-2004, 10:53 AM

Clearly that's the answer - I wish I had thought of that! :p I'll just go start packing now...

Hey if your there next weekend I'm flying in on Friday! :D

kristabel

05-13-2004, 11:11 AM

Thanks guys!! I think I'm going to overnight it and send them an email saying that I overnighted it. Then I'll track it and send them another email when it was received. Then there can be no argument that it was there by May 17!! :D

Robz, I wish I could be there next weekend, I'll be a my little sister's graduation from hs!! Let us know where you end up finding a place ;)

kristabel

05-13-2004, 11:17 AM

Oh and another thing. I really haven't talked to linda but Margie at 1126 is really really helpful. She answered a lot of my questions about residency waiting periods and general admissions thoughts I had.

Everytime I've tried to call Margie, I get her voicemail. I left a message yesterday and she never called back. Linda was a little more helpful... in that I actually spoke to her :rolleyes: They were all a little bit frustrating to deal with in regards to my transcripts. I've known they were missing one (of my five) for two weeks, I finally got Linda to tell me today that the one missing is from Georgia Tech - which is where I am right now. I could have fixed this weeks ago if they would have told me :mad: Oh well, who needs financial aid??? Wow, sorry guys, I guess I needed to vent :o It will all get settled soon enough and the real fun will begin!!

Robz

05-13-2004, 11:29 AM

Everytime I've tried to call Margie, I get her voicemail. I left a message yesterday and she never called back. Linda was a little more helpful... in that I actually spoke to her :rolleyes: They were all a little bit frustrating to deal with in regards to my transcripts. I've known they were missing one (of my five) for two weeks, I finally got Linda to tell me today that the one missing is from Georgia Tech - which is where I am right now. I could have fixed this weeks ago if they would have told me :mad: Oh well, who needs financial aid??? Wow, sorry guys, I guess I needed to vent :o It will all get settled soon enough and the real fun will begin!!

I held off on sending my last transcripts in until this week. I didn't want to send in my transcripts and them turn around and want the damn spring semester. So, I waited until they were released on wednesday and I sent them out then. I'll call next week to make sure they were received. I just want everything in by june so my financial aid will get there...so I can pay for my apartment and school....and my video game habit. :)

Oh and I found getting in touch with linda OR Margie is a luck of the draw type of thing. You jsut need to call linda 1139 and margie 1126 until you get one. Isn't that sad I know the extentions by heart now?

Robz

05-13-2004, 11:38 AM

kristabel

05-13-2004, 11:48 AM

So, I started to think about my transcripts and I wanted to know for myself which ones they have or have not received.....so I called and I GOT THROUGH ON THE FIRST TIME!

but

the system has been down all day and they can't tell me what they have or do not have yet.

Wow! Congratulations on getting through! I swear some system or another is perpetually down, NSU might need some new or more IT people. When I talked to them today, she told two of three systems were available to her and one of them happened to include my transcript info. Have you been checking your NSU email? They email you when they receive a transcript, they just don't tell you which one they got. :rolleyes:

Robz

05-13-2004, 11:51 AM

Wow! Congratulations on getting through! I swear some system or another is perpetually down, NSU might need some new or more IT people. When I talked to them today, she told two of three systems were available to her and one of them happened to include my transcript info. Have you been checking your NSU email? They email you when they receive a transcript, they just don't tell you which one they got. :rolleyes:

Yup, but I have 5 schools. and they should already have 4 transcripts but I don't think I got four confirmation emails. I was wondering what transcripts were missing so I can fix it. I would be happy if it was on the webstar.

AUdacious

05-13-2004, 10:09 PM

I know it is such a pain to track everything down; I remember how many times I called. You would think that it wouldn't be so hard to find out which transcript they need. Now that I am here though and see how hard they work, I kinda feel bad about how pissy I got when I wanted info NOW that they couldnt give me. Anyhow, they are working on getting everything computerized so that you can log on and check all this stuff and not have to deal with the phones so much. If you pm me with anything you are having difficulty with and why or have any suggestions for improvement, I will submit it and hopefully make the process easier. They are doing a serious overhaul of the entire process though so at least they are putting forth the effort. I basically kept a list of questions so that I would remember everything when I called and wouldnt have to call a million times to get a few questions answered. Next Friday is our last final, I am counting down the seconds! See you all soon.

Samantha
sheltonh@nova.edu
NSUCOM Class of 2007

jd star

05-14-2004, 11:38 AM

Hey Class of 2008... Congrats to all of you!

A few quick things for you...

If anyone is still looking for housing next year, I have a room available in a 3bed/2.5.bath townhouse that is within 5-10min walking distance from Nova's HPD. The house is pretty big... each bedroom has its own balcony and a walk-in closet, you would share a bathroom with me, there is a washer/dryer, and downstairs there is a brand-new kitchen and nice new tile floors, and two living areas... plus a front porch for a table or something. Plus there is a pool and tennis court and a clubhouse, and it is right across the street from Bally's. Rent is $500/month starting as close to June 1st as possible plus utilities. I am 23 and will be an M2 next year, and I live with my brother who is 26 and a financial analyst, and also a friendly cat. Please email me at jenndiam@nova.edu if you are interested or want to see pictures.

About health insurance - I am the president of SOMA (Student Osteopathic Medical Association) for next year and we offer health insurance for you guys. Once I am done with finals next week and get everyone's addresses, I will be sending some info to you about their insurance. I'm not sure if it is better or worse than the school's insurance (I'm still a baby and on my parent's insurance), but it's pretty much up to you to see which one will be better for you. Plus, if you get the SOMA insurance, the club looks good and we get some money from it... and the better the club is, the more parties we can have for you (esp. Osteoblast, a party on the beach during your orientation week) and the more we can do with the club (like going to Conventions and things like that). So anyway, look for some info in your mailbox coming sometime soon...

Last but not least, enjoy your summer and your free time (trust me). If you have any questions about school/what to expect/where to live/etc., feel free to contact me at my email address. Congrats again on your acceptances! :)

~Jenn Diamond
NSU-COM M1 (almost an M2 - whoo hoo!!) :D
SOMA President (2004-05)

Robz

05-14-2004, 12:06 PM

They haven't gotten to us yet about any health insurance.

They are suppose to work that out and also give us our first semester schedule pretty soon.

Fin-Nor

05-14-2004, 01:15 PM

well, im about to head out from texas and trek all the way to florida tomorrow to find me an apt... hope it's sunny b/c im bringing my swimming shorts. :):thumbup:

kristabel

05-14-2004, 01:20 PM

Good luck!!! Let us know what you find - I'm not going to get down there until June 19. Have a safe trip and have fun ;)

Robz

05-19-2004, 06:27 AM

ACK! I can't believe we let this thread get down this far. So, I'm bumping it up!

:clap:

I hope bryant found some great places to live at. We look forward to hearing about it.

So, today I am finally happy that I got all my paperwork finally in, including my transcripts. Now when I log on to webstar I see that I have everyhting cleared and have been admitted to my degree program. Hopefully, this will make the transistion of financial aid an easy one.

I keep seeing that it has me as a nonresident until they finally get though all the residency applications and get to me. (I only put it in the first week of janunary :rolleyes: ) I keep looking at that 52K and realize I am probably going to pull it all out cause I really have no freaking clue how much money I will need. I have done my budget....and its ugly. I mean ugly. Maybe I am shooting high on the budget but when I add in my cell phone, car payment, rent, insurance, and all the other jazz that is associated with life and not just school its a little scary. :scared: Maybe others feel the same way.

So, here I am at my internship for the day and all I can think about is getting on my plane at 6:00am on Friday to go to Fort Lauderdale to search for an apartment. I'm ready to blow this popcicle stand! In fact I have right here in the cubicle with me...a nice big map of the area provided by my hotel I stayed at during my interview. Hmmmmmmmmm. Yup. I can tell I am going to get a lot of "work" done today...:)

School is a little more than 2 months away now!

Fin-Nor

05-20-2004, 07:22 PM

... I hope bryant found some great places to live at. We look forward to hearing about it...

well, if this is going to be of any help to anyone...

there are still quite a few places around for both 1 bed room and 2 bed room apts. just go up and down the streets near and around the school.

prices that i found to be the norm: (these are not with the discounts that they talk about if you are an NSU student -- if that even makes a difference)

1 bed room ~$800+
-----------
- 800sq ft.
- 1 bathroom
- some will include washer and dryers and some will not

2 bed room ~$1000+
-----------
- 1000-1200 sq ft.
- 2 bathrooms
- some will include washer and dryers and some will not

i dont know if they give this out ot everyone or not but if you mention that you'll be attending NSU, they should knock down the application fee and the deposit for remodeling or something to that effect and usually they give you a free month's rent off -- half off your first month and pro rata (think this was the term they used) the rest into your lease.

i might just go for a condo instead. we'll see... :p

Robz

05-24-2004, 07:38 AM

ouch...I just wrote a book on this thread...and it got deleted...I'm a bit upset now

Fin-Nor

05-24-2004, 08:03 AM

how did it get deleted? sorry to hear your time wasted.

Robz

05-24-2004, 09:27 AM

how did it get deleted? sorry to hear your time wasted.

It got delayed when I hit the post button and poof it was gone....I'll write another here in a minute or so, I wanted to post to the listserver for a roommate. :)

It just fustrating cause it was the third time today a webbased email program has lost my long email...UGH

Robz

05-24-2004, 11:12 AM

ok....let me try this again with a little more condensed version..

I just got back in from Ft. Lauderdale this morning. Ahhhhh.... Let me tell you it was pretty sweet. I also had some fun adventures.

First off...in apartment hunting there are a lot of places around there. I mainly ended up searching Davie and Plantation.

The places really close to NSU like sunforest and cedar key are well aware that they are in prime locations for students and are in high demand. I can't remember if sunforest gave a small NSU discount but the others in the area gave nothing cause they know they will fill the apartments. With that being said I liked Poniciana Lakes just north of Cedar Key but they have a waiting list for July and only had an apartment for mid June which without financial aid is hard to do.

If your willing not to have a walking distance type of apartment then you can usually go and find a nice deal. A month free and/or application fees waved are some of the normal things. Some have microwaves...some don't. Some have washer and dryers....some don't (like sunforest). Or they might be a stackable duo.

The traffic around the area is kinda busy but I have been commuting for years now and a 8 minute commute for me is nothing versus the 35-40 I have been doing. To save me a 1000+ dollars a year in rent? Hell yeah I am going to do that.

Robz

05-24-2004, 11:21 AM

For those of you still unfamiliar with the area here are some highlights I found.

1. NSUCOM is close to a lot of things and when you get on 595 it links a lot.

2. People drive like sh*& around here....practice defensive driving.

3. Broward Mall is very close being just north of the campus and it is a nice shopping center.

4. Sawgrass Mills is a little farther away like 10 mins and it is a freaking behemoth of a shopping center. Absolutely insane on how big it is. I saw shrek 2 there on sunday. (good flick..I still have the hero song stuck in my head)

5. Beach is close...like 20-25 minutes close. Thats from driving to your feet in the sand. Ft. Lauderdale is a nice beach and parking is 1.75 an hour...get your quaters ready.

6. Miami is about 30 minutes away to downtown. This was on a light traffic day on the weekend...I am sure the morning commute on 95 blows monkey checks if you had to do it.

7. I was suprised that NSU was mostly open to just walk around. I thought the building would have been closed on the weekend.

8. There is a lot of crap in this area...you can get almost everything you want. You just have to find it. Thats the trick since most of the places are small mall like and they all have tons of palm trees covering the buildings

9. The quaterdeck across from the campus has a good cajun burger and the chairs swing outside.

10. Los Olas Drive is a really plush shopping and dining area in Ft. Lauderdale. Its nice and goes well with the multimillion dollar mansions around the area.

11. OH...and cheeburger cheeburger has the best milkshakes around. I actually learned this living in Orlando but they closed that store but they have like 3-4 in Ft. Lauderdale....so go there for a great burger and shake.

ok....thats about a synopsis of what I lost in my pervious post.

streak

05-24-2004, 07:09 PM

Hope you give up your spot!

Fin-Nor

05-24-2004, 08:21 PM

i dont think that will be happening with him

Robz

05-25-2004, 10:58 AM

Gee! Can you feel the love here?

I already turned down a spot a Meharry (in Nashville) so I could have stayed in Tennessee.

I'd have to think real hard about UT if I got in off the waitlist....I'm somewhere around 60th now that they have taken 19 people or so.....

Thats a crap load of people still...

I'm going to go play Halo now.

streak

05-25-2004, 11:52 AM

Robz

05-25-2004, 12:26 PM

ROBZ, I can't fault you for turning down Meharry. UT would obviously make you loose some sleep. ABout our driving down here, if you see someone beeping you and you see a I'm a native bumper sticker, I just gave you some luv!

Yeah I wasn't impressed with Meharry at all. I could go on but I'll withhold. I will say there were some friendly people there though.

Yeah...the traffic down IN ft. lauderdale blows but hey..I have driven in some of the biggest cities in the US including LA and NYC.....I can honk with the best of em.....

Robz

05-26-2004, 02:39 PM

is anyone else interested in getting a laptop? if so what kind?

Coca Cola

05-26-2004, 02:51 PM

Robz,
I think I am going with an IBM with wireless capabilities. I plan on setting up a wireless network in my apartment. I have heard Dell has slightly better prices and good tech service. However, if someone has already been dealing with tech support for their new laptop I don't know how well the product is after all.

Cola

Robz

05-27-2004, 12:19 PM

Its been quite on these boards lately...not like the email where 8 thousand people are posting their IM names.

Anyway, I am definatly going to be getting a laptop.

First there is wireless ability at school and I'm going to wire up my apartment with a wireless router. I like wi-fi. Teh major reason is if I am forced into a class and I HATE it...I'll log on to SDN or do some other studing in class. Make the best use of time that I can.

I'm probably going to go with a dell and customize the hell out of it. I want video ability and DVD burning ability as well as decent Wi-Fi of course.

I'm debating the different types of processors and video options as I am more unfamiliar with the laptop versions of these.

Coca Cola

05-27-2004, 04:04 PM

Robz,
The processor called centrino is the hottest thing out now. However, you will pay for this mobile technology. It uses less power, which means longer battery life each day and less heat. AMD is more affordable. Intel also makes a chip called Pentium 4m. The m is for mobil but it should not be confused with the centrino processor. The pentium 4m is more affordable than the centrino but uses more power.

Cola

Robz

05-29-2004, 03:05 PM

Bump...we deserve to be higher up!

I figure since I replied to 6 other threads I might as well bump this up to see whats going on.

doc3341

05-29-2004, 05:10 PM

Hey everyone, I was just accepted to NSU's Master of biomedical science program, so Ill be taking a lot of the M1 courses with all of you. I look forward to seeing you guys soon!

Robz

05-29-2004, 05:23 PM

cool man...I don't know a lot about that program. Does it give you a good shot at being an M1 next year, even retaking the same courses?

DoctorInSpace

05-29-2004, 06:21 PM

doc3341--Congrats!! That is wonderful news. Enjoy your summer

AUdacious

05-30-2004, 09:04 AM

Congratulations doc3341; I am glad that it all worked out for you. See you soon.

doc3341

05-30-2004, 09:29 AM

Thanks!! And I look forward to seeing all of you at NSU!

Robz

06-01-2004, 08:36 AM

I know that I posted about getting a laptop but I read on another forum that some schools offered an extra discount if you went with dell or gateway though them.

I just checked this out on NSU's website and they offer 10% on top of whatever deal they have going. How sweet is that? Now I really want my financial aid money!

NotShorty

06-01-2004, 01:01 PM

Is it true that we have to buy Palm Pilots for school? Actually, I've heard that they are worked into tuition for the upcoming year.

On a related note, has anyone at Cedar Key been able to access NSU's wireless network from their apartment? I thought I heard a long time ago that the network was accessible up to a half mile from the campus.

Thanks,
NS

AUdacious

06-01-2004, 06:58 PM

Robz,
On top of the discount, I've heard that if you keep your receipt then you can have that amount added to your total financial need so if you are getting full aid and need every penny possible, you might want to look into that.

NotShorty,
Good to see you around again. I was wondering if the wireless reached CedarKey when I moved in last year. An upperclassman walked all over CedarKey with his laptop to see if he could get a connection anywhere for me. He said that unfortuantely, the wireless does not reach any part of CedarKey. I, however, have never tried it myself.

See you all soon.

Robz

06-01-2004, 07:28 PM

Robz,
On top of the discount, I've heard that if you keep your receipt then you can have that amount added to your total financial need so if you are getting full aid and need every penny possible, you might want to look into that.

Ohhhhhhhhhh...I really might look into that. I am TRYING to keep costs down but seriously I want a good laptop and if I get a great discount on it??? Damn I am all for it! I might give a call about that. Thanks.

doc3341

06-01-2004, 07:59 PM

is there a limit to how much we can spend?!?!

Robz

06-02-2004, 08:41 AM

yes the school gives you a budget and that is what you can take out of the bank.....what AUdacious was saying is that we could possibly show the financial aid people the reciept for the computer and they can allow you to add that to your total budget.

I.E. - the budget for an out of state incoming M1 is capped at 52K. You don't have to take it all but thats the most you can take in a year. This should cover everything from tuition, rent, to replacing your underware that was stolen by the the underware gnomes....(step 3 - PROFIT!)

:D

Robz

06-02-2004, 08:47 AM

I'm bored at my internship...so here is something to make you feel warm and fuzzy until you move this summer!!!

http://www.sunny.org/webcam/webcam.html

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doc3341

06-02-2004, 10:51 AM

Robz

06-02-2004, 11:08 AM

What is the budget for an "in state" M1?

from Dr. whithead on the listserve

Fin-Nor

06-02-2004, 11:23 AM

did anyone else get a billing invoice with quotes on federal sub. and unsub. stafford loans?

Robz

06-02-2004, 11:51 AM

did anyone else get a billing invoice with quotes on federal sub. and unsub. stafford loans?

I did and I called to tell them that it wasn't enough to live on for a year...

then they told me nothing as really be awarded yet....

then they informed me that the statement I had was just for the fall semester.

I shut up and am checking daily now for when financial aid is awarded,

kristabel

06-02-2004, 12:14 PM

Fin-Nor

06-02-2004, 01:12 PM

hey robz, can you pm me with wat they stated on urs?

streak

06-02-2004, 01:29 PM

Once Robz gets off the UT waitlist, you can catch him in the allopathic forum!

Robz

06-02-2004, 01:33 PM

Ugh! Webstar still says that I haven't been admitted to a degree program yet - I know they have all of my transcripts, so I'm not sure what's going on there. :confused:

On a happier note, I just got back from vacation in Florida (North Captiva Island, not anywhere near Ft. Lauderdale) and I can't wait to move down there. :love: It makes Atlanta seem downright chilly!

did you do the two things needed for financial aid? You need to do a loan entrance exam and you needed to do a authorization form too. They both had to be in as well....It took me months to figure those out.

I just got off that "not accepted" when I had both my last deposit in AND my transcripts in.

Give them a call..can't hurt!

Robz

06-02-2004, 01:35 PM

Once Robz gets off the UT waitlist, you can catch him in the allopathic forum!

dude...seriously...I'm in the bottom 1/3 of the waitlist. I doubt I would get in but who knows....I am a man that leaves his options open.

and my options have aready signed a lease for an apartment in Ft lauderdale....near the beach....and huge malls....with cute girls....and near a damn good medical school

:D

Robz

06-02-2004, 01:36 PM

hey robz, can you pm me with wat they stated on urs?

its done! :D

doc3341

06-03-2004, 08:04 PM

I have a friend of mine whos on the waitlist aswell. It sux! :confused:

Doc Middy

06-04-2004, 01:03 AM

its done! :D
Robz,

I'm in the same situation you are in. Even though I picked NSUCOM over other schools, I am on the wait list for University of Cincinnati, which is 10 minutes from my home, even though, i'm considered out of state because I live in Kentucky. I feel the same way though, if I was accepted at the last minute, I would have to give it some thought because that is the school that I originally wanted to go to. Although, like you, I have already made living arrangements, and have paid 2,000 in deposits to NSUCOM. Not to mention that I have a friend who was also accepted who I will be rooming with at Sunforest. He'd be pretty pissed if I decided to go elsewhere. That's why I'm kind of hoping that I don't get accepted at UC and then the decision is easy. The beaches, beautiful weather year round, great campus and beautiful women help me to stay strong with NSU as well.

Same boat...... different waters.

DoctorDoogie4

06-04-2004, 09:37 PM

Hey DocMiddy,

Are you from Covington or Newport or Ft Thomas? I am from Cincinnati and turned down UC for NSUCOM. PM me if you have any questions.

Doogie

streak

06-06-2004, 01:39 PM

GregsAnatomy

06-06-2004, 02:47 PM

I'm also on the waitlist for UC....not expecting to get in though. I'm ready to get out of Ohio and down to Florida!!!! :p

Robz

06-06-2004, 08:02 PM

Robz,

I'm in the same situation you are in. Even though I picked NSUCOM over other schools, I am on the wait list for University of Cincinnati, which is 10 minutes from my home, even though, i'm considered out of state because I live in Kentucky. I feel the same way though, if I was accepted at the last minute, I would have to give it some thought because that is the school that I originally wanted to go to. Although, like you, I have already made living arrangements, and have paid 2,000 in deposits to NSUCOM. Not to mention that I have a friend who was also accepted who I will be rooming with at Sunforest. He'd be pretty pissed if I decided to go elsewhere. That's why I'm kind of hoping that I don't get accepted at UC and then the decision is easy. The beaches, beautiful weather year round, great campus and beautiful women help me to stay strong with NSU as well.

Same boat...... different waters.

Thanks for the words....there is a LOT of factors for me playing in these decisions. There would be serious discussion about the whole thing on my part. Right now I am playing plausable deniability. :)

There are a LOT of pluses for me and NSU as well to think about too, plus I pretty much am getting everything together this month for my big move.

Robz

06-06-2004, 08:05 PM

Let's not kid anyone, both DocMiddy and Robz will give up the 2 grand and forget the roomate. If I'm pulled off the alternate list, I will cough up my deposit elswhere. Seriously, 2 g over a lifetime is pennies to be near family and friends.

I'm not going to deny that I would seriously consider it. I had pursued going to UT for years now. For me though...I am closer to family and friends at NSUCOM...also UT is in memphis....I know some people like it there but I am not really a big memphis fan. I do though like that school. I have said before lots of things to think about....tuition also plays a big role.

I'll worry if it ever happens......right now I have enough stress.

streak

06-07-2004, 04:48 AM

Two years ago I drove up to Memphis for Elvis' 25 anniversary of his death. l liked it! I can understand that your under alot of stress. I have the opposite problem in that I have to move from FLA, my home state. I don't understand why NSU is pulling from out of state when it is funded partially by my tax dollars in FLA. By the way, you really don't go to the beach much here as a resident. You're not on vacation.
I don't think there will be anymore great movement on waitlists so we all have to do what we have to do for school.