NYCOM Discussion Thread 2009-2010

Kevon said:

Definitely interested, but this is the only school I have not heard from yet

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i think that's normal. looking at last year's thread, it seems that they give out interview invites real late.

If you're in-state, expect to start hearing in October. Otherwise, expect November and later.

Should one send letters of recommendation to NYCOM now, or do they want them when they offer you the interview invite, since they really don't send you a secondary until you're invited.

droogdoc said:

Should one send letters of recommendation to NYCOM now, or do they want them when they offer you the interview invite, since they really don't send you a secondary until you're invited.

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They'll let you know when they want your LORs, don't worry.

droogdoc said:

Should one send letters of recommendation to NYCOM now, or do they want them when they offer you the interview invite, since they really don't send you a secondary until you're invited.

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You can send them right now if you'd like. I called and asked about it and they said I was welcome to send it now... which was about a month ago.

I'm in the NYCOM 2014 boat as well....let's keep each other up to date.

it really sucks they don't contact us until like october.. so far away!

doxycycline said:

it really sucks they don't contact us until like october.. so far away!

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i called i think it's different this year...anyone know the essays?

I was reading on the NYCOM website that only those who are selected for interviews will receive secondaries....

Has anyone received a secondary and by virtue of receipt an interview...

jbru3423 said:

I was reading on the NYCOM website that only those who are selected for interviews will receive secondaries....

Has anyone received a secondary and by virtue of receipt an interview...

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Don't worry, NYCOM tends to take longer than other schools to get going on interview invites. Don't be surprised if you don't hear anything until the fall!

wannabeaDO said:

You can send them right now if you'd like. I called and asked about it and they said I was welcome to send it now... which was about a month ago.

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will they even look at these letters though? i mean, i have no problem with shelling out 4 bucks to send early letters to nycom. but, im skeptical if they'd even look at them, especially for an OOStater like myself. i guess it can't hurt, right?

Vee said:

Don't worry, NYCOM tends to take longer than other schools to get going on interview invites. Don't be surprised if you don't hear anything until the fall!

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I just got an application acknowledgment earlier this afternoon. The email stated that NYCOM begins interviewing applicants in November. November?!?

DocHomer said:

I just got an application acknowledgment earlier this afternoon. The email stated that NYCOM begins interviewing applicants in November. November?!?

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I got that today, too. Is this a precursor to receiving a secondary, or is this just a generic message they send to all applicants?

Grey Wind said:

I got that today, too. Is this a precursor to receiving a secondary, or is this just a generic message they send to all applicants?

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I was hoping it was a precursor, too. But the email said that they "...look forward to reviewing your application", so I think they were just acknowledging that they got our AACOMAS application.

this school takes wayyy too long

DocHomer said:

I was hoping it was a precursor, too. But the email said that they "...look forward to reviewing your application", so I think they were just acknowledging that they got our AACOMAS application.

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yea, that's kinda what i figured. but, i still ran to sdn hoping to hear what i wanted to hear!

Eh, it's nice to have a school that's taking it's time. Throwing more secondaries at me right now would be a great way to drive me nuts.

But yes, I also got that acknowledgement email today. They also said they were 'updating their application process', so I guess things are going to look a little different than last year?

DocHomer said:

I just got an application acknowledgment earlier this afternoon. The email stated that NYCOM begins interviewing applicants in November. November?!?

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Yeah, guys... but if you look into the school... you don't a secondary unless you get an invite for interviews... so, they must put a lot of emphasis and consideration toward the AACOMAS... which frankly, I wish more would do! (Frivolous secondaries for an extra buck is cruel!)

nys311637 said:

Yeah, guys... but if you look into the school... you don't a secondary unless you get an invite for interviews... so, they must put a lot of emphasis and consideration toward the AACOMAS... which frankly, I wish more would do! (Frivolous secondaries for an extra buck is cruel!)

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I agree 100%!!

nys311637 said:

Yeah, guys... but if you look into the school... you don't a secondary unless you get an invite for interviews... so, they must put a lot of emphasis and consideration toward the AACOMAS... which frankly, I wish more would do! (Frivolous secondaries for an extra buck is cruel!)

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true. i put weeks of effort into my primary PS. i like to feel like its getting the attention i think it deserves!

A quick question for you guys. My sister just graduated from NYCOM earlier this year. Does the fact that she is a NYCOM grad help my chances of admission at all?

EconFootball said:

A quick question for you guys. My sister just graduated from NYCOM earlier this year. Does the fact that she is a NYCOM grad help my chances of admission at all?

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Well, I surely don't think it will hurt your chances.

nys311637 said:

Yeah, guys... but if you look into the school... you don't a secondary unless you get an invite for interviews... so, they must put a lot of emphasis and consideration toward the AACOMAS... which frankly, I wish more would do! (Frivolous secondaries for an extra buck is cruel!)

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While I agree with your last point, most schools review your primary and secondary and offer you an interview before NYCOM. But at least you're guaranteed an interview out of it.

EconFootball said:

A quick question for you guys. My sister just graduated from NYCOM earlier this year. Does the fact that she is a NYCOM grad help my chances of admission at all?

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I don't think that it will help you directly, but I do think it gives you the advantage of being familiar with the program. That equips you much better for filling out applications and for the interview. Take advantage of her knowledge, and ask her things about the school and what it is like to be there (y'know, if you can pry her away from residency).

Good luck!

Can I take the January 2010 MCAT and still be considered for acceptance to NYCOM for the 2009-2010 cycle?

nychica27 said:

Can I take the January 2010 MCAT and still be considered for acceptance to NYCOM for the 2009-2010 cycle?

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I think thats too late but check the CIB they tell you the latest/earliest acceptable mcat dates.

JediZero said:

I don't think that it will help you directly, but I do think it gives you the advantage of being familiar with the program. That equips you much better for filling out applications and for the interview. Take advantage of her knowledge, and ask her things about the school and what it is like to be there (y'know, if you can pry her away from residency).

Good luck!

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yes, and then post what she tells you on here!

nychica27 said:

Can I take the January 2010 MCAT and still be considered for acceptance to NYCOM for the 2009-2010 cycle?

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Yes. According to the CIB, they do accept January 2010 scores.

Does NYCOM send secondaries if there are no MCAT scores reported? I'm planning on taking the Jan 2010 exam for this cycle, but even though they accept it, I'm scared it's going to be too late.

Bella12 said:

Does NYCOM send secondaries if there are no MCAT scores reported? I'm planning on taking the Jan 2010 exam for this cycle, but even though they accept it, I'm scared it's going to be too late.

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No, I don't think so. They only send secondaries to people they will interview, so I don't think they would do that since your app would still be incomplete.

EconFootball said:

A quick question for you guys. My sister just graduated from NYCOM earlier this year. Does the fact that she is a NYCOM grad help my chances of admission at all?

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My brother graduated from NYCOM in 2000, and I do think that it actually had some pull with admissions. Of course, there's no way to tell, but it's definitely a plus.

this school is taking forever to go over my application! I hope they got my update mcat score

NYCOM interviews late and I mean very late.

Interview invite today!!! My first one! Haven't gotten the secondary yet...anyone else get one too???

Got an interview invite today as well (also my first interview)....secondary seems to come with the invite.

Congrats both of you!!!

Im still waiting on news from them, hope my stats are good enough. My Gpa is good enough I'm sure, but this dang 25Q MCAT bothers me :/

premedmind said:

Got an interview invite today as well (also my first interview)....secondary seems to come with the invite.

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Congrats Premedmind!!! I'm excited for both of us. Too bad the email came after the hours they're open, I'm jumping at the chance to schedule although I heard it is in November that they start!

MSUSpartan642- I have a 26, there is hope for you TRUST me! Keep us updated!

edit: secondary was in an attachment with the invite

Got an invite as well! Did anyone call and find out the available dates? I think its too late to call now its 6:40 on the east coast the office has gotta be closed.

doxycycline said:

Got an invite as well! Did anyone call and find out the available dates? I think its too late to call now its 6:40 on the east coast the office has gotta be closed.

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Congrats! Yes they are closed, sadly. Monday we can flood their lines! Haha

An old thread mentioned that about 75% of all applicants that are interviewed get accepted. Is this true? What are the numbers for in state and out of staters or is the state of residency irrelevant?

Hormonal said:

An old thread mentioned that about 75% of all applicants that are interviewed get accepted. Is this true? What are the numbers for in state and out of staters or is the state of residency irrelevant?

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Congrats to all who have been granted an interview!

State of residency is very important. NYCOM prefers NY state residents.

don't they only interview NY residents at first? aren't OOS interviews done later in the year or something?

I'm OOS but have a 28R and 3.7....I hope that's good enough for OOS!!!!!

rocketbooster said:

don't they only interview NY residents at first? aren't OOS interviews done later in the year or something?

I'm OOS but have a 28R and 3.7....I hope that's good enough for OOS!!!!!

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I'm oos. I applied early, like everyone, and was invited to interview in late Feb.

Also, this seems earlier than the past few years for interview invites. Maybe NYCOM is speeding things up!

Vee said:

I'm oos. I applied early, like everyone, and was invited to interview in late Feb.

Also, this seems earlier than the past few years for interview invites. Maybe NYCOM is speeding things up!

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was that the early interviews feb ?!

doxycycline said:

was that the early interviews feb ?!

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no no i meant that people getting interview invites now is earlier than the past few years. february is late compared to most schools but since i'm out of state that's how it worked out.

Vee said:

no no i meant that people getting interview invites now is earlier than the past few years. february is late compared to most schools but since i'm out of state that's how it worked out.

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May I ask you what your stats were since Im interested at how we have to stack up as OOS students to have a shot here?