Space reserved for prompt.

Please PM the essays or lack thereof to me when the secondary is available and I will update this.

Good luck to everyone applying! :luck:

Just curious, but for those of you applying here, how are you working through the whole Shreveport being one of the only schools that doesn't take letters directly from AMCAS? Should I tell my career center to send letters to AMCAS and directly to Shreveport?

Just curious, but for those of you applying here, how are you working through the whole Shreveport being one of the only schools that doesn't take letters directly from AMCAS? Should I tell my career center to send letters to AMCAS and directly to Shreveport?

Yes, you are correct.

Not to much action going on so far, maybe everyone is still studying for MCAT. I am ready to take this monster and let it all be over!

EDP here! Submitted my application last night, just waiting for AMCAS verification and letters of rec.

Anyone else doing EDP?

Have you already received your secondary?

I have not. I don't think they're getting sent out until the end of the month, though. I'm not exactly sure when secondaries come out? I thought that AMCAS didn't release apps until June 27th or so, but my AMCAS says it is now available to med schools, so I really have no idea. It was just verified on the 18th, though, so your mileage may vary.

Are you EDP, NodForce?

EDP here. Verified last week but no 2ndry yet.

I have not. I don't think they're getting sent out until the end of the month, though. I'm not exactly sure when secondaries come out? I thought that AMCAS didn't release apps until June 27th or so, but my AMCAS says it is now available to med schools, so I really have no idea. It was just verified on the 18th, though, so your mileage may vary.

Are you EDP, NodForce?

I'm not EDP, but I am trying to apply as early as possible to as many schools as possible. Third application cycle and I'm just hoping to hear something back early as possible!

On the secondary for LSU-Shreveport, do they ask you to report if you have ever been arrested even if the charges have been expunged?

I have not received a 2ndry yet but I'll let you know when I get it. I know LSU New Orleans sent their 1st ones out on June 29th. You may want to try their forum since their 2ndry should be similar to Shreveport's.

After looking at previous years' application threads, it seems that Shreveport doesn't send out secondaries until July 10-14th or thereabouts. Hopefully it's relatively short since that's a quick turnaround for EDP deadline on August 1!

Hey Guys. Just wanted to say I'm applying ED as well. Trying to think positive, but does anyone have any ideas on the numbers in terms of how many applications they get for ED and how many the accept? Anyone know the lowest MCAT score they've accepted. Much appreciated and good luck the rest of the way.

I *believe* I saw on a previous thread that one year they got 22 EDP applications and took 18 or 19. Don't quote me on that, though... I know at New Orleans, you have to have a 3.5 and a 10 on each MCAT section so I assume that the guidelines are similar at Shreveport.

I really hope you're right passerine, but I'm skeptical because those numbers seem way too high. 18/22 is way too high of an acceptance rate.

I thought the same thing when I saw that thread. It may have been that they interviewed 22 EDP and took 18 or 19 of those who interviewed.

Do you mind posting the link where you found it.

Do you mind posting the link where you found it.

http://forums.studentdoctor.net/archive/index.php/t-217669.html

My bad, it was 14/19 on this thread.

Got the secondary about an hour ago. We have to talk about our most fulfilling experiences in healthcare, leadership, research, and volunteering. (Why can't they just look at AMCAS?)

It doesn't specifically say, but if I have no actual research to my name, I guess I can skip that part? Unless I can talk about working in a lab on campus, but I doubt that's what they want.

They also have us list the grades we got in pre-reqs, as well as psychology and foreign language classes. And there's a place to explain hardships.

Got my secondary today around 4:00pm. I've completed most of it, but I have one question. Should I only add 6 hours of my additional required course work, or all of the classes I have that fall within the categories given in the form?

On the secondary for LSU-Shreveport, do they ask you to report if you have ever been arrested even if the charges have been expunged?
Did not see a specific question about that on the secondary.

Did not see a specific question about that on the secondary.

LSUNOLA does ask for this though.

Anyone here using the LSU premed committee? Insights into how long it will take to be completed/submitted? e.g. are we talking end of July or early September here?

Got my secondary today around 4:00pm. I've completed most of it, but I have one question. Should I only add 6 hours of my additional required course work, or all of the classes I have that fall within the categories given in the form?
It should not hurt to add all of the biology, chemistry, physics, and English courses since they are already on the AMCAS. I would also add any psychology and foreign language courses.

LSUNOLA does ask for this though.

Anyone here using the LSU premed committee? Insights into how long it will take to be completed/submitted? e.g. are we talking end of July or early September here?
If you are EDP, LSUHSC-S needs to receive those letters before August 1st.

If you are EDP, LSUHSC-S needs to receive those letters before August 1st.

I'm not EDP, just worried that becoming complete too late will lower my chances of snagging an interview.

Got the secondary about an hour ago. We have to talk about our most fulfilling experiences in healthcare, leadership, research, and volunteering. (Why can't they just look at AMCAS?)

It doesn't specifically say, but if I have no actual research to my name, I guess I can skip that part? Unless I can talk about working in a lab on campus, but I doubt that's what they want.

They also have us list the grades we got in pre-reqs, as well as psychology and foreign language classes. And there's a place to explain hardships.

ETA: I'm taking a final prereq over the summer. Should I wait until the end of July to submit the secondary so that grade be included? Or submit ASAP and update them with the grade later?
For EDP 2ndry, it may be too late to wait till the end of July. I would try to call LSUHSC-S admissions and ask what needs to be done. They may let you send them an official transcript directly once you have a letter grade. On the AMCAS, there should be a course status that indicates your course is in progress but you can call them and ask them too. For EDP, AMCAS should be submitted ASAP so it has time to be verified before August 1st deadline.

For EDP 2ndry, it may be too late to wait till the end of July. I would try to call LSUHSC-S admissions and ask what needs to be done. They may let you send them an official transcript directly once you have a letter grade. On the AMCAS, there should be a course status that indicates your course is in progress but you can call them and ask them too. For EDP, AMCAS should be submitted ASAP so it has time to be verified before August 1st deadline.

Whoops, I should've specified in my post that I'm not EDP. I'll still contact them to ask if they'd rather me submit before the grade or after.

ETA: E-mailed admissions and received a response within a few hours. I was told that since I'm not EDP, I can wait until the end of July to submit my secondary, so my summer prereq grades will be in.
So, I'm assuming I won't be at a disadvantage in getting an interview if I wait a few weeks to turn it in at the end of summer session, because they're going to concentrate on EDP first. According to the website, they don't send out interview invites for regular decision until October anyway.

Anyone here using the LSU premed committee? Insights into how long it will take to be completed/submitted? e.g. are we talking end of July or early September here?

The LSU pre-med committee meets every two weeks beginning in May (running til September, I think), and they review 25 applicants per meeting. I believe if you are EDP you had to turn in your application to the committee before most applicants, so they can review you in the first set of meetings.

I'm not ED and turned my application into the committee about five days before the deadline. My letters from them were just submitted to AMCAS this week (you'll get an e-mail notification). The committee says they review applicants in the order in which their committee applications were completed, but this includes when your professors turned in their LORs to them.

Any idea what days/when they will begin reviewing completed applications for early decision? How does the process work once you submit everything?

Any idea what days/when they will begin reviewing completed applications for early decision? How does the process work once you submit everything?
From last year's forum, it looks like they did not interview anybody before the second half of September. It also looks like the first acceptance notices went out the first week of October but I may be wrong since they are obligated to let EDP applicants know of their decision by October 1st. A rejection notice later than that date will make it nearly impossible to apply to some of the other schools with earlier general admission deadlines.

They should start reviewing them pretty much as soon as everyone is complete, I think. They almost have to, in order to send out interview invites for August/September so that everyone has an answer by October 1. Unfortunately there haven't been too many EDPers on the previous years' threads (at least for Shreveport), so there's not too much to look back on.

Just out of curiosity, would any EDP applicants mind sharing what it is about LSU-S that strongly appeals to them? I'm applying to all LA schools RD and think I'd choose N.O. if I had to pick right now, but that's probably because I've toured it before and it's closer to home. I'd like to hear people's reasons for applying ED to Shreveport, because obviously that's some passionate & committed interest. Maybe some current students could chime in with what they think about their school?

I just want to hear various opinions so I can learn as much as I can outside of the school website...the Shreveport threads seem to be pretty quiet most of the time on SDN =/

Just out of curiosity, would any EDP applicants mind sharing what it is about LSU-S that strongly appeals to them? I'm applying to all LA schools RD and think I'd choose N.O. if I had to pick right now, but that's probably because I've toured it before and it's closer to home. I'd like to hear people's reasons for applying ED to Shreveport, because obviously that's some passionate & committed interest. Maybe some current students could chime in with what they think about their school?

I just want to hear various opinions so I can learn as much as I can outside of the school website...the Shreveport threads seem to be pretty quiet most of the time on SDN =/

I did EDP at S'port for a few reasons.

1) I've been told by a number of people in the know that they really look highly on people who have done ED. Mostly its because they are usually the safety school and like to know they have sure-bet students. In fact, if you look at the numbers, ED is the way to go if you have all your ducks in a row.

2) I'm from North-LA. If I have to go through Hell, I'd rather go through it knowing my family and friends are just down the road (or in my mom's case, the hall). Also, people from NOLA seem to hate S'Port because it's 'boring'. It's not boring, it's just different. I'm from the country and like Shreveport because everyone seems to also be from the country or grew up there or whatever. In other words, I want to be around people that don't look at me stupid because I wear boots and say, "I'll tell you what" or "Where's the cornbread, ya'll?"

3) Finally, Shreveport is a regional healthcare center. LSUHSC-S has the best burn unit in the state, it is the regional trauma center, cancer center, biomedical research center, etc. All things being equal, I want to train and learn at a medical school that is attached to the best hospital in the area, not just another hospital in town.


I want Shreveport because it's home. I live in Baton Rouge now and as much as I love it, I can't wait to get back home and walk around the R.W. Norton gardens, eat a Strawn's pie, catch a movie at the Robinson, and drink a beer at Our Place.

Thanks for the response, cbgeek! Interesting points, especially about the regional healthcare center. That never really occurred to me.

...Now, if/after I interview there, I'm gonna have to go sample one of these "Strawn's pies" of which you speak :)

Thanks for the response, cbgeek! Interesting points, especially about the regional healthcare center. That never really occurred to me.

...Now, if/after I interview there, I'm gonna have to go sample one of these "Strawn's pies" of which you speak :)

It's right down the road on King's Highway. My dad has been taking me there and George's my whole life. Everyone gets the Strawberry, but I think the chocolate is best.

How much info should I put in the 255 character prompts? Do I need to just identify them and let my AMCAS app do the talking or should I go into as much detail as the space provided will allow me?

I think I'm going to try to shorten my "most meaningful descriptions" on AMCAS for the secondary, but basically say the same thing. I'd like to say "see AMCAS" but if they want these answers right in front of them on the secondary, I might as well just repeat myself and not risk looking like I don't want to spend time on this particular app.
Although, I wonder, when it says "most fulfilling experience" should I talk about a particular volunteer activity in general (like I did on AMCAS), or one SPECIFIC experience that occurred through that activity?

That's a good question. I'm going to talk about my time with the organization through which I had my most meaningful volunteer experiences.

I feel like the whole app is very vague. I'm worried they did that on purpose so the app would be a kind of "test". As a potential med student, I am naturally stressed about any test I encounter. Real or perceived. :)

Just out of curiosity, would any EDP applicants mind sharing what it is about LSU-S that strongly appeals to them? I'm applying to all LA schools RD and think I'd choose N.O. if I had to pick right now, but that's probably because I've toured it before and it's closer to home. I'd like to hear people's reasons for applying ED to Shreveport, because obviously that's some passionate & committed interest. Maybe some current students could chime in with what they think about their school?

I just want to hear various opinions so I can learn as much as I can outside of the school website...the Shreveport threads seem to be pretty quiet most of the time on SDN =/

1. I chose Shreveport because it's a smaller school and seems to have a really nurturing atmosphere. I believe Shreveport's classes are about 115-120 compared to NO's 180-190. Coming from one of the biggest universities in the country, you really come to appreciate the value of a small class size when it comes to learning; of course, you give up some opportunities in areas like research, but feeling comfortable and at home was more important to me.

2. Oddly enough, I chose Shreveport the city over New Orleans as well, even though I adore New Orleans. Lower cost of living + less traffic + fewer distractions + safer.

Overall, it's just a matter of personal taste, I suppose.

Has anyone been able to call the office to check on application status? I've tried the last two Thursdays at the designated times but it goes straight to the answering service... I left a voicemail too, but no one has gotten back to me :(

Same. I called only yesterday, but several times, at the time they alloted. One ring and straight to voicemall. Frustrating. I just want to make sure they received all the materials. Hopefully they have, because I think it will be too late next thursday to mail a check in before the August 1 deadline if I find out something is missing.

I called this afternoon and explained that I had called yesterday, etc. Ms. Hatcher said she had to leave the office yesterday afternoon, and she went ahead and checked my file for me today. She was super nice, and I'm all complete! I'm sure you can call Monday and explain and she will work with you.

As a born and raised Shreveporter, Strawn's chocolate pie is definitely the one you want to try.

Status update email: "Your application is under consideration for a possible interview."

Anyone else get anything?

Status update email: "Your application is under consideration for a possible interview."

Anyone else get anything?

I got exactly the same thing today. I guess this is the standard "complete" e-mail. I'm RD, so based on last year's thread I'm not expecting to get an interview invite til early September or late August (at the very earliest).

Status update email: "Your application is under consideration for a possible interview."

Anyone else get anything?

I got this too. Now the fun part begins.

status update email: "your application is under consideration for a possible interview."

anyone else get anything?

+1

Status update email: "Your application is under consideration for a possible interview."

Anyone else get anything?

Same, what is the time frame for normal MD applicants?

Based on last year's threads, the RD interviews start toward the end of September/beginning of October and continue through the spring, sometimes even as late as April. They seem to admit within a month or so of interviewing most of the time.

Here's the time frame and list of deadlines from the Shreveport website: http://www.lsuhscshreveport.edu/Admissions/TimelineandDeadlines.aspx

Basically (from what I can tell), they start interviewing RD people while they're sending out EDP decisions, and start notifying people between the end of October or early November on through the spring as people interview. Not sure if the interviews take place in the order that applications are completed, or level of interest, or what.

Anyone else getting antsy?

Anyone else getting antsy?
I certainly am.

I really thought they would have sent out emails yesterday or something. They might be meeting next week if they don't send out anything this week ('they' being the admissions committee).

Anyone else getting antsy?

Holy schnikes, yes. I got an email from them today and thought I was going to lose bladder control. Turns out it was just an invite to follow them on Twitter.

Seems like they received 31 EDP applications this year.

Seems like they received 31 EDP applications this year.

Seems like more than usual, no?

Seems like more than usual, no?

Maybe. The MSAR says that there were 20 EDP people in the Matriculation Data section. I don't know if that's matriculants or applicants, though, just because of the way the data is arranged. If it's 20 matriculants, that seems pretty in line with what you'd expect.

:p

August is half gone! How are you fellow EDP applicants feeling?

Got an invitation to interview on Sept 25th. They will notify the EDP applicants of their decision by Oct 1st. Does that seem like its being cut a little close??? Like maybe they already know they will not take me but are giving me an interview anyway, lol???

Got an invitation to interview on Sept 25th. They will notify the EDP applicants of their decision by Oct 1st. Does that seem like its being cut a little close??? Like maybe they already know they will not take me but are giving me an interview anyway, lol???

Was that by email?? Did everyone get something like this??

Interview invite by email for September 18th! Hurray!

interview invite by email for september 18th! Hurray!

congrats! edp?

Yep, EDP! Super excited :)

Was that by email?? Did everyone get something like this??

Mine was by email.

Looks like I didn't make the cut :( . Congrats to those who did.

To those who got interviews, do you mind posting stats?

Was that by email?? Did everyone get something like this??

No, they did not send this to everyone. I would think they would invite the people with the highest stats first and then make a decision about the rest.

No, they did not send this to everyone. I would think they would invite the people with the highest stats first and then make a decision about the rest.

Are you a wizard?

Looks like I didn't make the cut :( . Congrats to those who did.

To those who got interviews, do you mind posting stats?

Nothing fantastic. A little above the average student they accept.

Are you a wizard?

Haha, no, but I was not invited either and my stats are average. I will start thinking about General Admissions Process if I do not hear anything by the end of August although I have to wait till October 1st to apply for that.

Think about it though, it is logical. If I was on the Admissions Committee, I would invite those with the highest stats for the earliest interviews. That way, it would be easier to decide about others. What worries me is that based on the same logic if they have already invited the stronger applicants for late September, they may have already made up their minds about EDP and are looking beyond that. I hope that I am wrong and I get an invitation soon.

Looks like I didn't make the cut :( . Congrats to those who did.

To those who got interviews, do you mind posting stats?

I applied with decent stats, but I don't think that you're necessarily out of the game at all; they may have sent the first batch of emails alphabetically or something, who knows. Don't get discouraged yet, Countercurrent! You're not rejected until they reject you, ya know?

I applied with decent stats, but I don't think that you're necessarily out of the game at all; they may have sent the first batch of emails alphabetically or something, who knows. Don't get discouraged yet, Countercurrent! You're not rejected until they reject you, ya know?
... and you got an early invitation because of those stats. Congratulations to you and cbgeek65. I keep my fingers crossed.

... and you got an early invitation because of those stats. Congratulations to you and cbgeek65. I keep my fingers crossed.

Thanks. I hope you get an invite soon.

... and you got an early invitation because of those stats. Congratulations to you and cbgeek65. I keep my fingers crossed.

Seriously though, don't get discouraged yet... there's definitely still time for them to send out more invites for EDP. Good luck to y'all, keeping all my fingers and toes crossed for you!

Seriously though, don't get discouraged yet... there's definitely still time for them to send out more invites for EDP. Good luck to y'all, keeping all my fingers and toes crossed for you!
Thank you, I hope you are right. I have a few friends ahead of me who got in LSUHSC-S and LSUHSC-NO last year with stats similar to mine but that was during regular decision so I am not discouraged. In fact, it has been a great year and I have improved my score to a level that seemed impossible not too long ago. However, this year's application process might be more challenging than the previous one. I came across a Tweet from LSUHSC-S that sounded like they have received 31 EDP applications this year. The wording also suggested that the number showed a significant increase compared to that of last year. Perhaps, it is more competitive this year.

mailing in my secondary tomorrow. Am I late?

mailing in my secondary tomorrow. Am I late?

No, I don't think so. I believe they just sent out the first set of interview invitations.

No, I don't think so. I believe they just sent out the first set of interview invitations.yeah im regular apply not early decision. they already sent out II's for regulars?

yeah im regular apply not early decision. they already sent out II's for regulars?

I think those on this blog who got invited are EDP's but I am not sure if they invite any regular decisions at the same time they invite EDP's. It is not late at all for regular decision.

Any updates from anyone?

Nothing here, I think I read on one of the blogs that the Admissons Committee meets only once or twice a month. I hope I hear something back from them in a week or two.

anyone get an interview invite? any news?

so weird, last year first interview invites went out late august for RD...don't know what's the holdup

so weird, last year first interview invites went out late august for RD...don't know what's the holdup

Probably Hurricane Isaac delays and a larger ED applicant pool to deal with. I have no idea, though. I got two of those "Application Status Update" emails saying my application was complete and "Under consideration for a possible interview."

Probably Hurricane Isaac delays and a larger ED applicant pool to deal with. I have no idea, though. I got two of those "Application Status Update" emails saying my application was complete and "Under consideration for a possible interview."

yea i got that email too. has anyone got an II?

yea i got that email too. has anyone got an II?
So far, I've gotten one status update saying they have my stuff and the same "considering for possible" stuff.

How long after submitting your secondary did you get that email?

How long after submitting your secondary did you get that email?

They send that email out every week or two to all applicants. I got it all last year right up until I got my rejection letter in March. So don't read too much into receiving/not receiving that letter. It is the exact same format as last year. All it tells you is that they have your application items like secondary and letters since they don't use the AMCAS system.
I submitted my secondary back in mid-July. My committee letter has just been sent last week. So I'm just now fully complete and have gotten two of the emails already.

Anyone else interviewing tomorrow?

Not me but could you please keep me posted on how they conduct the interviews? Good luck tomorrow.

Anyone else interviewing tomorrow?

Have they sent out interviews for regular admissions too or just early decision?

I still haven't gotten anything as a reg app. From what everyone else has said, I don't think they went out yet.

According to Dr. Kennedy, the committee is going to meet next week for final decisions on EDP applications, so hopefully they'll send out stuff for RD interviews soon.

Per Titin's request, here's a little breakdown of my interview experience:

EDPers don't have the regularly scheduled lunch and tour that RD interviews have, so we just went ahead and checked in with Ms. Hatcher, who may actually be the nicest person on the planet. Dr. Kennedy gave us a little rundown of the day, and we introduced ourselves, chatted for a bit. We then had two closed-book interviews (meaning resume and personal statement, but not scores or grades), one each with a different member of the admissions committee, and then an open-book one with either Dr. Kennedy or Dr. Arnold.

Everyone was incredibly nice, from the students to the faculty to even people not involved with admissions at all who gave me directions. People have also complained that Shreveport's facilities aren't as nice as NOLA's, but I was really pleasantly surprised by how nice everything was--not that I was expecting it to be run down, or anything, but you know what I mean.

If I ever had any doubts about wanting to go to Shreveport, they're definitely gone now. The students seem really happy to be there and actually seem to like and want to help each other. Plus they put lectures on Podcast so you can listen to them more than once if you need to, get sick, etc. All in all, I really loved the school and had a great time interviewing. Hope this helps!

Thank you very much, you are the best! I hope that we can be in the same graduating class.

Would you share how many applicants were invited on the day you were being interviewed?

Would you share how many applicants were invited on the day you were being interviewed?

The day I interviewed there were 10, and there were supposed to be 10 interviewing today, no idea whether it's the same for RD though.

Thank you for the info. I know they had 31 EDP applications, it must be pretty competitive this year. I hope you get your acceptance soon. I also hope that they would let me know something this week.

The day I interviewed there were 10, and there were supposed to be 10 interviewing today, no idea whether it's the same for RD though.

RD was pretty much the same last year.

Accepted :D

Accepted.

ACCEPTED!:soexcited:

Accepted :D

ACCEPTED!

Accepted.

Congrats guys! Now time to relax for 10 months! How did you guys receive the information? Was it through email or phone?

Congrats guys! Now time to relax for 10 months! How did you guys receive the information? Was it through email or phone?

Thank you!. It was a phone call by Dr. Kennedy. I think they will sent out those letters today.

Accepted.
Gongratulations to all of you!

So if ED applicants received acceptances this week, when is the time table for RD applicants recieving interview invitations?

I would think they'd start sending stuff out this week or next. You can always call the office and ask Ms. Hatcher... she's really nice, and I'm sure she'd be happy to tell you!

Well I know that they prefer you to call between 1-4 on Thursday so I don't want to bother them!

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So if ED applicants received acceptances this week, when is the time table for RD applicants recieving interview invitations?

The school's twitter account (@MDAdmit_LSUHShv) tweeted today that RD interview invitations should be going out Tuesday (tomorrow) or Wednesday of this week.

How long did it take for you guys to start receiving emails updating you on what they have from admissions after submitting your secondaries?

Just received the interview invite!

Interview Invite!!! First of the cycle, very excited.

Interview Invite!!! Sooooooo exciteddddd :D now the hard part of choosing the right day. I have a question, are back to back interviews a bad idea? like you go to three interviews in a week?

interview scheduled for 10/23/12 anyone else gonna be there?

Hey, I also received an interview invite yesterday. I replied to the email they told us to reply back to with our list of date preferences, but I haven't heard a confirmation email yet saying which date I got. Did you already receive another email saying you are scheduled for October 23rd, or did you just put that as your first choice and are hoping to get that date? Thanks and good luck with your interview.

I replied within 10 minutes of the first email and I got the confirmation email about 20 minutes later. I was just lucky enough to have been checking my email at about the time they sent it. I'm sure you will get the confirmation email soon they probably just got a flood of emails with people checking their emails later.

interview scheduled for 10/23/12 anyone else gonna be there?
YES! super pumped

Wow spots must have filled up fast.just got mine for Dec 4th.who else is with me?

^ me as well, it was my third choice.... I hope they make decisions after all interviews are over, else what was the point in applying to this school early in the cycle if the criteria for interview dates is how fast you respond to an email. Still pumped to have gotten one though.

So they already have interview dates set until December?! I wonder when the next batch of invites will go out

Are there any accepted candidates or interviewees on here from the Baton Rouge area who may want to meet up and get to know one another? If we are going to be around each other (potentially at least) for the next 4 years, let's get started early.

Just a side note for current and future acceptees, when filling out the Certiphi background check, Dr. Kennedy said you should list stuff like speeding tickets, etc., not that it will usually make a big difference, but they just like to know because it will turn up in the CBC anyway.

Lol, I guess they would like to know if you can drive as fast as a doctor sometimes should!

anyone know when the next batch of invites goes out?

From the pattern of the posts here, I would say that they probabely only meet once a month to make those decision and that has been mostly towards the end of the month.

People that have already interviewed here, can you please give us some feedback on how your experience went?

People that have already interviewed here, can you please give us some feedback on how your experience went?

The whole interview process really sold me on LSU, which is something I did not expect. There were twelve of us interviewing on Tuesday, and everyone in my group was super friendly. We started the day off in the conference room with Dr. Kennedy, giving introductions and telling something unique about ourselves. FYI: think of something that no one else could possibly have experienced. Dr. Kennedy will ask the entire table if it applies to anyone else. We then went lunch with four students (Two M1's, one M2, and a M4). The lunch was actually pretty good, and the students were incredibly informative. There was a slide show showing all of the social functions, community service events, and group trips which looked pretty fun. After that some other people spoke to us (financial aid, curriculum etc), and then it was off to the interviews. Personally, my two interviews, were super laid back. I was asked why I wanted to be a doctor, and then it lead to a 30 minute casual conversation. That was pretty much the format for both of my interviews, one question and then 30 minutes of a normal conversation. I did however talk to two other people in my group who had less than stellar interviews. Apparently, one interviewer would give them ten situations in which they had to describe how they would react (odd ethical questions, I guess?). The other interviewer was just super intense. Despite, the two shaky interviewers, almost everyone had a really similar experience to my own.

The exit interview is just to explain anything questionable in your application, but its super laid back as well.

Overall A++, once the interviews were done about 10-15 medical students came into the room just to chat. I asked most of the students if they had any regrets about attending LSU Shreveport (versus attending somewhere else). It was a unanimous consensus that they loved the school, students, and Shreveport (yeah that was a shocker).

Hope this helps!

Big help, thank you so much for sharing!

The whole interview process really sold me on LSU, which is something I did not expect. There were twelve of us interviewing on Tuesday, and everyone in my group was super friendly. We started the day off in the conference room with Dr. Kennedy, giving introductions and telling something unique about ourselves. FYI: think of something that no one else could possibly have experienced. Dr. Kennedy will ask the entire table if it applies to anyone else. We then went lunch with four students (Two M1's, one M2, and a M4). The lunch was actually pretty good, and the students were incredibly informative. There was a slide show showing all of the social functions, community service events, and group trips which looked pretty fun. After that some other people spoke to us (financial aid, curriculum etc), and then it was off to the interviews. Personally, my two interviews, were super laid back. I was asked why I wanted to be a doctor, and then it lead to a 30 minute casual conversation. That was pretty much the format for both of my interviews, one question and then 30 minutes of a normal conversation. I did however talk to two other people in my group who had less than stellar interviews. Apparently, one interviewer would give them ten situations in which they had to describe how they would react (odd ethical questions, I guess?). The other interviewer was just super intense. Despite, the two shaky interviewers, almost everyone had a really similar experience to my own.

The exit interview is just to explain anything questionable in your application, but its super laid back as well.

Overall A++, once the interviews were done about 10-15 medical students came into the room just to chat. I asked most of the students if they had any regrets about attending LSU Shreveport (versus attending somewhere else). It was a unanimous consensus that they loved the school, students, and Shreveport (yeah that was a shocker).

Hope this helps!

Thank you! It's good to know you guys were relaxed throughout the day. Did you get a chance to ask when you should hear back from them?

Dr. Kennedy said the letters will be sent on Friday after they meet Thursday.

Dr. Kennedy said the letters will be sent on Friday after they meet Thursday.

Oh nice so I'm assuming they meet at the end of each month? Yay to quick turn around. Goodluck to u :)

Accepted!!!!!!

Accepted!!!!!!
Congrats!

Would those accepted mind posting their stats. I would like to know where they are.

Does anyone know of II's that went out recently or since the first set in early October for that matter. When I talked to Ms. Hatcher after I was complete the second week of October she told me that they sent out enough II in the first wave to book up the school until December and that they wouldn't be inviting anyone else until December or later.

Does anyone know of II's that went out recently or since the first set in early October for that matter. When I talked to Ms. Hatcher after I was complete the second week of October she told me that they sent out enough II in the first wave to book up the school until December and that they wouldn't be inviting anyone else until December or later.

I have not heard of anyone getting II's other than the ones in that first big batch they sent out, which had all the dates through December to choose from.
I do, however, know of two people who cancelled their Shreveport interviews after being accepted RD to New Orleans. No idea if the Shreveport admissions office is filling their spots.
...But that brings me to my question: why is there such a stigma around this school in south Louisiana? My classmates seem to have this notion that most people would choose LSU-NO over Shreve, but I honestly liked the atmosphere at my Shreveport interview a LOT more than at New Orleans. Everyone seemed so happy and supportive of each other. And if I'm going through the drudgery that is med school, I want friendly & positive classmates.
My blind interviewers, both of whom were doctors educated out of state, all had nothing but praise for the students and emphasized that the med students are valuable to the operation of the whole medical center (as opposed to being flies on the wall that everyone else tolerates). They also spoke highly of the administration, saying that the people at the top are key in fostering such a supportive environment.
I also had no idea that there's a St. Jude's affiliate children's hospital right next door, which is attractive since I'm leaning toward a pediatric specialty.

Anyway, my first choice is still a certain reach school, but I was very impressed by Shreveport. If anyone has questions about the interview, feel free to PM me.
ETA since people have inquired via message: The systems-based curriculum & use of standardized patients are also strong selling points for me.

I have not heard of anyone getting II's other than the ones in that first big batch they sent out, which had all the dates through December to choose from.
I do, however, know of two people who cancelled their Shreveport interviews after being accepted RD to New Orleans. No idea if the Shreveport admissions office is filling their spots.
...But that brings me to my question: why is there such a stigma around this school in south Louisiana? People seem to have this notion that most people would choose LSU-NO over Shreve, but I honestly liked the atmosphere at my Shreveport interview a LOT more than at New Orleans. Everyone seemed so happy and supportive of each other. And if I'm going through the drudgery that is med school, I want friendly & positive classmates.
My blind interviewers, both of whom were doctors educated out of state, all had nothing but praise for the students and emphasized that the med students are valuable to the operation of the whole medical center. They also praised the administration, saying that the people at the top are key in fostering such a supportive environment.
I also had no idea that there's a St. Jude's affiliate children's hospital right next door, which is attractive since I'm leaning toward a pediatric specialty.

Anyway, my first choice is still a certain reach school, but I was very impressed by Shreveport. If anyone has questions about the interview, feel free to PM me.

It's a New Orleans vs. Shreveport kind of thing. I don't think it has to do with the med school but the cities that they are in. The perception is that Shreveport has nothing to do and New Orleans has everything. As a Shreveport native, I don't feel that way. There's a decent nightlife in S'port from what I know but I don't really do that kind of thing so I'm going on 3rd party info. I actually have no desire to live in New Orleans but will if that's where I'm admitted to medical school.

Classes start July 30th and I'm looking to rent a house in Shreveport starting around May 15, hopefully for at least the four years of school. If anyone is interested in sharing, please message me.

Got an acceptance call from Dr. Kennedy tonight :) Very cool; I didn't know they did that for RD applicants.

Got an acceptance call from Dr. Kennedy tonight :) Very cool; I didn't know they did that for RD applicants.

Congrats!!!

Hey everyone. Did anyone receive the Application Status Update email yesterday? It seems the trend is on Thursday per 2 weeks. This isn't fixed in stone, but did/didn't you receive one?

Got an acceptance call from Dr. Kennedy tonight :) Very cool; I didn't know they did that for RD applicants.

Congrats!!!! Do they call for every acceptance? That's pretty nice :)

Congrats!!!! Do they call for every acceptance? That's pretty nice :)

I think Dr. Kennedy calls you if you're accepted at the adcom meeting a few days after your interview. Interview Tuesday, adcom meeting Thursday, he calls Thursday evening and sends letters out on Friday. If you're not accepted right away, but you get on the acceptable list, that means you can get an acceptance letter at any time thru May, but you won't get a call.
That's my understanding of the process from last year's thread.

Congratulations to those recently accepted and good luck to the ones applying!

I have created a new forum called "LSU - Shreveport MD Housing - Entering 2013" to help those accepted find housing near school. Any helpful comments or suggestions are greatly appreciated.

You can find the forum by typing "Shreveport Housing" in the Forum Search box.

I have received 2 so far and both were on Thursday and 2 weeks apart, but I was due to get one this past week and did not... So I guess it's intermittent.

Acceptance calls were made last Thursday, and letters went out on Friday.

interview invite!! woop woop! hoping i get a date sooner rather than later *fingers crossed*

Acceptance calls were made last Thursday, and letters went out on Friday.

Yup, got a call Thursday! And the letter came today. :D

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interview invite!! woop woop! hoping i get a date sooner rather than later *fingers crossed*

Do you remember when you were complete?

interview invite!! woop woop! hoping i get a date sooner rather than later *fingers crossed*

What dates were available?

Do you remember when you were complete?

I believe late july. I sent in AMCAS on day one and sent in the secondary as soon as I got it.

What dates were available?

The earliest was Dec 18th. Then it was every Tuesday from Jan 8th to Feb 12th.

I believe late july. I sent in AMCAS on day one and sent in the secondary as soon as I got it.



The earliest was Dec 18th. Then it was every Tuesday from Jan 8th to Feb 12th.

Do you mind me asking what was your GPA/MCAT?

do you mind me asking what was your gpa/mcat?

EDIT: My undergrad GPA was not very good/competitive at all, I met with Dr. Kennedy about a year and a half ago and he told me that if I wanted to get into medical school I would need to draw a line between my undergrad and post-bac work. He recommended the medical master's program at Mississippi College. He said I would need at least a 3.6 to be competitive and to just forget about it if I dropped below that. I finished with a 4.0 at MC in the most grueling academic program I have ever undertaken. I took the MCAT before going to MC and scored a 10BS/11PS/9VR.'

To people that have received an II, how long does it take for LSU to get back to you with the date assigned to you?

I've heard him mention the post-bac program at MC. I also met with him last year because my gpa was on the low end, 3.3, and he didn't recommend MC or any other post-bac to me. I've just been taking more science classes in prep. I asked about my mcat and he told me it was competitive and I shouldnt retake it. I really thought he would send me to MC like others I have known, but for some reason he didn't.

I've heard him mention the post-bac program at MC. I also met with him last year because my gpa was on the low end, 3.3, and he didn't recommend MC or any other post-bac to me. I've just been taking more science classes in prep. I asked about my mcat and he told me it was competitive and I shouldnt retake it. I really thought he would send me to MC like others I have known, but for some reason he didn't.

If you don't mind answering, what was your MCAT?

any news lately? anyone else get an II?

Anyone interview 12/4 get a phone call? Nothing yet for me

Anyone interview 12/4 get a phone call? Nothing yet for me

I got the call 1hour after I posted. I'm in!!!


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I got the call 1hour after I posted. I'm in!!!


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Congrats!

Congrats!

Thanks. Your previous posts on this thread were extremely helpful, especially the question about something you did no one else in this room done.


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Im in as well from 12/4! Very excited, I thought we had a really strong interview group so I was nervous. Interview at LSU Nola tomorrow, but I really like LSU Shreveport.

Im in as well from 12/4! Very excited, I thought we had a really strong interview group so I was nervous. Interview at LSU Nola tomorrow, but I really like LSU Shreveport.

Good luck at Nola. I have an interview there in January, but I'm so sold on Shreveport I might cancel it. Yea our group was very nice, someone even gave me a ride back to the hotel, could be you.


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Any one still not hear anything from them? I keep getting the updates but no interview... Im getting nervous.. :scared::scared:

They give their last II in like February. I think I got my rejection letter at the end of February/early March last year.

So don't worry! You have time. :)

Any one still not hear anything from them? I keep getting the updates but no interview... Im getting nervous.. :scared::scared:
Yeah there is plenty time of time left. You may want to email Kennedy and see whats happening with your application. He is usually pretty straightforward.

So does Dr. Kennedy only you call you on that Thursday after if you are accepted? He wouldn't call if you are just on the wait list right?

So does Dr. Kennedy only you call you on that Thursday after if you are accepted? He wouldn't call if you are just on the wait list right?

He doesn't call the wait list...only those accepted during that Thursday's meeting.

Good luck at Nola. I have an interview there in January, but I'm so sold on Shreveport I might cancel it. Yea our group was very nice, someone even gave me a ride back to the hotel, could be you.


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Ha! That was me, glad you got in!

Is there a facebook group yet for the class of 2017? I just withdrew my acceptance from LSU-NO, and right now it's looking like Shreveport is where I'll be in the fall.

Is there a facebook group yet for the class of 2017? I just withdrew my acceptance from LSU-NO, and right now it's looking like Shreveport is where I'll be in the fall.
Awesome choice! I'm pretty sure there is not one made yet

Have any of the accepted people received the Certiphi background check form yet?

I haven't received it yet. Did you get an e-mail or letter or something from Certiphi?

Have any of the accepted people received the Certiphi background check form yet?

I got it this afternoon

Have any of the accepted people received the Certiphi background check form yet?

I got an email before I got my letter (but after the call). The email will link to a site. Be sure to list speeding tickets, etc. They aren't a big deal, but you don't want any surprises at this point.

I got an email before I got my letter (but after the call). The email will link to a site. Be sure to list speeding tickets, etc. They aren't a big deal, but you don't want any surprises at this point.

After the acceptance call but before the acceptance letter? Hmm...I've had my acceptance letter for nearly two months now and I haven't received anything from Certiphi. :confused:

After the acceptance call but before the acceptance letter? Hmm...I've had my acceptance letter for nearly two months now and I haven't received anything from Certiphi. :confused:

I was EDP. Everything happened within like a week or so. Maybe there is a back log right now. Lots of applications are being processed right now.

After the acceptance call but before the acceptance letter? Hmm...I've had my acceptance letter for nearly two months now and I haven't received anything from Certiphi. :confused:
I got my Certiphi email on friday. I paid the deposit on thursday so I'm not sure if it was dependent on that or if it's just totally random.

ya I have been accepted since december and have heard nothing about this. I have not sent my deposit though so maybe that is the key. I thought the background check gets done before you even interview? Didn't we sign somthing saying it was ok to do a background check on us?

Nevermind I just saw the email that said they should start January 1st so I'm sure it will take a little while before it comes to me:

"As you were notified in the AMCAS application, you have applied to at least one medical school that is participating in the AMCAS-facilitated Criminal Background Check Service, through which Certiphi Screening, Inc. (a Vertical Screen(R) Company) will procure a background report on applicants with certain types of admission actions.

Background checks will begin after January 1 for all conditionally accepted applicants, except for Early Decision Program (EDP) applicants. If you were conditionally accepted under the Early Decision Program, your background check will begin immediately upon your conditional acceptance.

If you are placed on a participating school's alternative list, that school may request that a background check be procured.

When your background check is started, Certiphi Screening, Inc. will send an e-mail with additional information to your preferred e-mail address. To ensure that you receive this communication, please:

* Ensure that your preferred e-mail address is up to date at all times. (Remember to re-certify and resubmit your application after making a change.)
* Add StudentEdition@certiphi.com as a trusted e-mail sender.

For a fee, you may procure your own report from Certiphi Screening, Inc. in advance of the AMCAS-facilitated report by going to https://www.applicationstation.com/home/cal.asp?rc=CERTAP2013.

Please note that this optional report is not required and it does not take the place of the report to be procured for medical schools.

For additional information, including details regarding the consumer report to be procured, go to Certiphi's web site: http://www.applicationstation.com.


Thank you for using AMCAS."

I got an email before I got my letter (but after the call). The email will link to a site. Be sure to list speeding tickets, etc. They aren't a big deal, but you don't want any surprises at this point.

It only asks about felony and misdemeanor charges. Speeding tickets and traffic violations don't usually fall under that category unless you are doing like 25 mph over the speed limit. I don't think I would need to list a ticket for running a stop sign 6 years ago right?

It only asks about felony and misdemeanor charges. Speeding tickets and traffic violations don't usually fall under that category unless you are doing like 25 mph over the speed limit. I don't think I would need to list a ticket for running a stop sign 6 years ago right?

You'd think a traffic violation is not a big deal, but a speeding ticket showed up on mine. Dr. K said I should have listed it.

It only asks about felony and misdemeanor charges. Speeding tickets and traffic violations don't usually fall under that category unless you are doing like 25 mph over the speed limit. I don't think I would need to list a ticket for running a stop sign 6 years ago right?
I told Dr. Kennedy that I had about three speeding tickets, and he said it wasn't a big deal, so I would just list them to be safe.

Does anyone know if interview invites are still going out for lsu-s? Or when the next round might go out? Thanks!

I believe last year the last invitations were sent in early March, but you could go check the 2011-2012 thread to be sure.

Accepted.

Did anyone who interviewed Jan 8th hear anything?

I've created a FB group for the c/o 2017. If you've decided on Shreveport and want to be a member of the group, private message me and I'll add you.

Has anyone who interviewed on January 15 heard back? I never got straight whether the committee met last Thursday or is meeting this upcoming Thursday.

Yeah, that was really confusing but they did meet on Thursday. I found out I was accepted.

Yeah, that was really confusing but they did meet on Thursday. I found out I was accepted.

Okay. Did they call you to notify you, or did you find out via mail?

Generally they will call Thursday evening after they meet, then mail out letters the next day. Sometimes, though, people miss the calls or they don't go through for whatever reason, and they have to wait for their letters to come in to find out.

How many people are typically on the wait list for LSU Shreveport? I know they don't tell you, but is there any way to get an idea? I am on the wait list, but the letter seemed so positive. Dr. Kennedy explicitly says that "most" of the people on the Acceptable list will be accepted some time between now and August, but I was wondering how true that was, and what exactly "most" implied.

How many people are typically on the wait list for LSU Shreveport? I know they don't tell you, but is there any way to get an idea? I am on the wait list, but the letter seemed so positive. Dr. Kennedy explicitly says that "most" of the people on the Acceptable list will be accepted some time between now and August, but I was wondering how true that was, and what exactly "most" implied.

According to [http://www.lsuhscshreveport.edu/Admissions/TimelineandDeadlines.aspx], April 15 is the deadline for double holders to make a decision. After this date, I'm bet a lot of people on the wait list get a call. Shreveport is considered a safety school by many students in south Louisiana and I'm sure many of them will choose NOLA over S'port if they are accepted to both.

Good luck, I'm pulling for you!

You'd think a traffic violation is not a big deal, but a speeding ticket showed up on mine. Dr. K said I should have listed it.

Just to follow up on this Certiphi stuff in case anyone is worried still, I got my results back in two days even with listing 6 addresses through Mississippi and Louisiana. Everything came back clean even with multiple speeding tickets and other minor traffic violations. Never have I been in handcuffs though or had any other trouble. They are just making sure nothing big has not been revealed.

The committee meets this Thursday, right?

The committee meets this Thursday, right?


Yes. I believe you're right.

anyone get a call yesterday?

anyone get a call yesterday?

Negative, but I thought Dr. Kennedy said he will be out of town or something so we shouldn't expect calls? I remember he said by Monday we should hear something though.

Negative, but I thought Dr. Kennedy said he will be out of town or something so we shouldn't expect calls? I remember he said by Monday we should hear something though.

What?? When did he say that? I interviewed on 1/22, were you interviewed then or on 1/29?

EDIT: So did the committee meet without him??

What?? When did he say that? I interviewed on 1/22, were you interviewed then or on 1/29?

EDIT: So did the committee meet without him??
Yes, I was interviewed on 1/29. I'm guessing they are. He said the committee meets Thursday, and Dr. Arnold will mail letters Friday.

So yea, I guess they did. Or maybe they had a phone conference or something; I have no idea. I am sure he puts some input somehow though lol.

Yes, I was interviewed on 1/29. I'm guessing they are. He said the committee meets Thursday, and Dr. Arnold will mail letters Friday.

So yea, I guess they did. Or maybe they had a phone conference or something; I have no idea. I am sure he puts some input somehow though lol.

any news?

any news?
Nope :-(

Anyone else hear anything at all?

I also interviewed on the 22nd, and haven't heard anything yet either....however, I did get an email today from certiphi asking for a consent to the AAMC background check...??? Anybody else who interviewed last month get one too?

Update here: I received a letter today saying I am in the Acceptable List. (IS)

Update here: I received a letter today saying I am in the Acceptable List. (IS)

Where in LA are you?

Where in LA are you?
Northeast LA

I interviewed on the 22nd of January. Today, I received an email of from certiphi and an acceptance letter (finally)!

I interviewed on the 22nd of January. Today, I received an email of from certiphi and an acceptance letter (finally)!
Congrats!!!! :)

I interviewed on the 22nd of January. Today, I received an email of from certiphi and an acceptance letter (finally)!
Did you get a call from Dr. Kennedy before your letter came?

and congrats!!! :)

Shreveport is considered a safety school by many students in south Louisiana and I'm sure many of them will choose NOLA over S'port if they are accepted to both.

On the MSAR, Shreve actually has a slightly higher GPA (for both overall and science) in its tenth percentile and its median for acceptances...but N.O.'s median MCAT is one point higher. So the stats are basically equal for both schools. I guess people think LSU-S is a safety school because of the location? Though I personally know 3 people from South LA who chose LSU-S over LSU-NO last cycle after being accepted to both. It'd be a hard decision for me, but I think LSU-S does have a lot of acceptable list movement because of people choosing to live in New Orleans over Shreveport.

I'm also from South LA and I chose Shreveport, and I know of several others this cycle who have made the same choice. I think it just depends on what kind of atmosphere you want for med school, really.

Congrats!!!! :)

Thanks!! :)

Did you get a call from Dr. Kennedy before your letter came?

and congrats!!! :)

No, I didn't get a call. It made me pretty nervous and thanks!!! :)

Does anyone know of an II that went out recently? I'm still waiting on Shreveport...

My acceptance letter came yesterday! :)

Congrats!! :)

Shameless plug...

Just a reminder that I've created a Facebook group for all of us to get to know one another a little bit better. There are about 12 of us in it now. PM me if you'd like to be added to it as well.

Has anybody that was put on the "acceptable list" heard back since then with acceptance/otherwise. I was put on this list way back in October. I know that it says something about most people on the acceptable list will eventually be accepted, but when should we expect to hear back?

Has anyone else w?ho interviewed January 8th been accepted off of the acceptables list? Still waiting :/. When is the last day for people to say yes or no to Shreveport without losing their deposit? Is it in April or May? I've heard both.

Has anyone else w?ho interviewed January 8th been accepted off of the acceptables list? Still waiting :/. When is the last day for people to say yes or no to Shreveport without losing their deposit? Is it in April or May? I've heard both.

You can't hold a spot at Shreveport + another school past April 15. But deposits aren't due til May 15.

The double-hold deadline for most schools is in May, but for Shreveport it is April since classes start in July.

Hey I am still waiting on Shreveport, and I was wondering how they send their II. Do they send them via E-Mail or what? I have received the E-Mail updating me on my application status, but every time I see it my heart skips a little, because I'm not sure if its an II!
Thanks y'all!

Hey I am still waiting on Shreveport, and I was wondering how they send their II. Do they send them via E-Mail or what? I have received the E-Mail updating me on my application status, but every time I see it my heart skips a little, because I'm not sure if its an II!
Thanks y'all!

It's via e-mail.

ThrdtimesCharm, when were you complete? I know they've sent out at least two rounds of invites, but they will continue to invite people through March. Last cycle the interviews concluded on 3/27.

It's via e-mail.

ThrdtimesCharm, when were you complete? I know they've sent out at least two rounds of invites, but they will continue to invite people through March. Last cycle the interviews concluded on 3/27.
I got the first completed email around the middle of September I think. Thanks for the info!

Holy schnikes, yes. I got an email from them today and thought I was going to lose bladder control. Turns out it was just an invite to follow them on Twitter.
I know! I can't stand that. Especially checking it on my phone. I keep seeing application update emails, but it cuts off, so all I see is "Shreveport School of Med..." And I get all excited for nothing.

My acceptance letter came yesterday! :)
When did you interview?

When did you interview?
January 22

Hey has anyone received a status update recently?

Hey has anyone received a status update recently?

My last one was on February 21.

My last one was on February 21.
+1

Has anyone heard when they are going to put out the cost of attendance for 2013-2014?

+1

Has anyone heard when they are going to put out the cost of attendance for 2013-2014?

No but I'll pay it regardless. Just put it on the huge tab we'll be running up over the next 4 years...

Do you think it would send the wrong message to call Dr. Kennedy up and ask point blank if there's anything I can do/ he needs from me to get an interview? I don't want to apply again for a 4th year. If there's any chance of an interview, I want to do whatever I need to get it. I've been told that they actually interview people until July for the Fall class. So I feel like there's a very small chance but still a chance even this late in the year.

I know that last year, I had received an official rejection letter by this time of year. I haven't received one yet for this year. I'm doing the Mississippi College SMP so I wonder if they're waiting on Spring grades or something to make the final disposition.

I say go for it, Smurfette. How else are you going to know where you stand, if there's a chance for an interview, or if they're waiting for your spring grades, if you don't call?
I don't know how accessible Dr. Kennedy himself is, or if you'll get straight answers from anyone, but I think you should definitely call the office. Best to get a handle on your situation as early as possible so you can plan accordingly and maybe get some anxiety relief.
I really hope you can score an interview! And if there are a few left, calling shows your sincere interest.

Aren't a bunch of people about to be taken off the acceptable list? Does the admissions committee meet right after April 15?

Aren't a bunch of people about to be taken off the acceptable list? Does the admissions committee meet right after April 15?
I'm pretty sure that's true. Hopefully a lot of us on the Acceptables list will know more the week after next.

The last "group" interview was March 26th. but he said he will still have interviews just no more grouped ones only individual. I am also from MC!!!!! i would def call he may be waiting on ur grades!!! good luck!!

Yes. On April 15th all of the students that are holding more than one school will be automatically rejected from Shreveport and therefore this will cause more openings for people on the acceptable list to be accepted!!!

Yes. On April 15th all of the students that are holding more than one school will be automatically rejected from Shreveport and therefore this will cause more openings for people on the acceptable list to be accepted!!!
So does that mean that, if accepted after April 15 because of other people leaving their spots at Shreveport, we would be hearing back by the end of this week (Friday/Saturday)? Or would it most likely be next week?

So does that mean that, if accepted after April 15 because of other people leaving their spots at Shreveport, we would be hearing back by the end of this week (Friday/Saturday)? Or would it most likely be next week?
You may have to call in to figure that one out. I know they have the meetings Thursday at 4, so my guess would be this thursday/friday, but this is LSU so they may take their time sending out offers.

Yes. On April 15th all of the students that are holding more than one school will be automatically rejected from Shreveport and therefore this will cause more openings for people on the acceptable list to be accepted!!!

Unless they got permission to hold for a few more weeks. But I am assuming that there will be a lot more people being accepted soon.

I was looking over the pre-mat documents and saw that we're required to purchase a computer from the school on the first day of orientation. I know they use Macs, and I already have one that's a few years old. Anyone know what the software/hardware requirements are to get your own laptop approved? I've heard of people bypassing this...and I'd rather not tack the price of a new Mac onto my student loan tab.

Edit: received a reply from the school saying that my 4 year old Mac would not suffice. Gotta get the new one. =/

So does that mean that, if accepted after April 15 because of other people leaving their spots at Shreveport, we would be hearing back by the end of this week (Friday/Saturday)? Or would it most likely be next week?

I had four friends get a call earlier today ( april 16th)!! therefore they have started to call!! I do believe they meet thursday. So, we must just wait and hope we get a call soon! :xf::xf::xf:

Is it worth calling Admissions for a status update? Or should we all just sit tight?

Is it worth calling Admissions for a status update? Or should we all just sit tight?


idk if it will help to call bc they can't tell you where you are on the acceptable list. Therefore, I don't know what you would be able to find out :/

Would an RN with a 27 mcat and a gpa between 3.6-4.0 have a shot at an interview next year?

Would an RN with a 27 mcat and a gpa between 3.6-4.0 have a shot at an interview next year?
I think so. They definitely take your experiences into account, and more and more applicants are non-traditional - I myself have been working in research for the past two years. Your GPA is good (better than mine), and your MCAT was about where mine was (I had a 28), and I got an II in early December. I'd say you have a shot, so go for it.

Has anyone heard anything yet? Or are they just at a standstill with the waitlist?

I'be been waitin too. If its anything like last year, shreve will add to their class up until mid July. Also I've heard that there is a Facebook group made of people accepted this year, and that it already has over 100 people in it, so there can't be too many spots remaining.

I'be been waitin too. If its anything like last year, shreve will add to their class up until mid July. Also I've heard that there is a Facebook group made of people accepted this year, and that it already has over 100 people in it, so there can't be too many spots remaining.

Yes, it's a private group (I'm in it). It has 104 people in it but I know a few of these are upperclassmen that made the group and are posting real estate listings and such.
According to the MSAR, last year's entering class was 119 people so it seems like there will be some more acceptances eventually. But I don't know how many incoming first years either don't have facebook or aren't in the group.

Yes, it's a private group (I'm in it). It has 104 people in it but I know a few of these are upperclassmen that made the group and are posting real estate listings and such.
According to the MSAR, last year's entering class was 119 people so it seems like there will be some more acceptances eventually. But I don't know how many incoming first years either don't have facebook or aren't in the group.
Well, that's a little reassuring. I guess at this point the best approach is to start applying again :/.