2008-2009 Dartmouth Medical Secondary Application Thread

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So I've heard. It just clicked for me. I don't know what else to say. I could see myself being incredibly happy there for four or five years of school.
 
does dartmouth reject anyone pre-interview before march?
 
Retsage said:
I don't understand why no one else is talking about this school. I just came back from an interview there and it absolutely blew me away. Going in, I looked at it as an okay choice if I didn't get into a few other schools I had already interviewed at, but it's basically the best place I've visited so far. Stunning campus, gorgeous area, amazing opportunities. The school is an absolute gem, marred apparently by it's lower-than-Ivy US News ranking.

How often do they add scores to applicants?
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Dartmouth was one of my most pleasant interviewing trips / experiences. NH pride. =)
 
Was the medical center that great? Every school I've been to talks up their center, what's different about Dartmouth's?

On a semi-rant, I must be jaded, but do tours bore anybody else to tears? I always zone out and just find people to chat with instead. Hospital tours are bad, but school tours drive me insane - "And here we have a library! Let's take a look inside, just in case you guys don't remember what libraries look like. See here? A book! We have many books. And students studying!"

All I want to see is the student housing and the area itself. All libraries look the same, all anatomy labs look the same, and all lecture halls look the same. None of this will ever, ever, ever affect my decision, so why bother me with it?

Again, maybe I'm just jaded after doing a bunch of these. 😛

Rant over!
 
No dude, it was like a shopping mall. It was VERY VERY nice. I overheard bickering from people about the patient care they gave there at a restaurant in White River junction that night though, so I cant vouch for how good it actually is.
 
chessknt87 said:
No dude, it was like a shopping mall. It was VERY VERY nice. I overheard bickering from people about the patient care they gave there at a restaurant in White River junction that night though, so I cant vouch for how good it actually is.
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Seriously? What were they saying?
 
It was 2 elderly couples and one was telling the other that one of their friends was forgotten about in a waiting room for 4 hours and another that was admitted wasnt fed (by accident) and after she told the nurse that she hadnt eaten in 24 hrs it took another 3 hrs for them to get her soup. Basically some really neglectful stuff assuming her side of the story was accurate.
 
chessknt87 said:
It was 2 elderly couples and one was telling the other that one of their friends was forgotten about in a waiting room for 4 hours and another that was admitted wasnt fed (by accident) and after she told the nurse that she hadnt eaten in 24 hrs it took another 3 hrs for them to get her soup. Basically some really neglectful stuff assuming her side of the story was accurate.
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Considering that they were old... could it be that they just forgot that she already ate? Or that she thought she came in 4 hours ago? I dunno... or maybe they need to get some CCEs to do all the dirty work for them:meanie:
 
Lolz, discounting elderly complaints as loss of memory already. Geriatrics in the future or what?

When we were there I noticed 1 volunteer in the entire hospital. Given the area, I am not surprised that they have a volunteer shortage.
 
chessknt87 said:
Lolz, discounting elderly complaints as loss of memory already. Geriatrics in the future or what?

When we were there I noticed 1 volunteer in the entire hospital. Given the area, I am not surprised that they have a volunteer shortage.
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Hey, just saying...


Oh and Yah... the city of Lebanon has 5500 people. That is how many biomajors UCI has:laugh:
 
Retsage said:
All I want to see is the student housing and the area itself. All libraries look the same, all anatomy labs look the same, and all lecture halls look the same. None of this will ever, ever, ever affect my decision, so why bother me with it?


Rant over!
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Lecture space is getting to be a big deal for me. Particularly, if the school doesn't have sufficient desk space. I am not looking forward to spending 2 years taking notes on a 9" x 12" pull out desk. I want tables where I can have a notepad, powerpoint printouts, and my laptop all laid out.
 
BTC said:
Lecture space is getting to be a big deal for me. Particularly, if the school doesn't have sufficient desk space. I am not looking forward to spending 2 years taking notes on a 9" x 12" pull out desk. I want tables where I can have a notepad, powerpoint printouts, and my laptop all laid out.
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Someone was spoiled in college.
 
lol what the hell is in the area of Hanover, NH
 
chessknt87 said:
It was 2 elderly couples and one was telling the other that one of their friends was forgotten about in a waiting room for 4 hours and another that was admitted wasnt fed (by accident) and after she told the nurse that she hadnt eaten in 24 hrs it took another 3 hrs for them to get her soup. Basically some really neglectful stuff assuming her side of the story was accurate.
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i was at DHMC 3 times (twice to the er, once for an appendectomy) through undergrad and each time everyone was super nice and incredibly competent.
 
Hello my fellow Dartmouth hopefuls. I'm writing with a heavy heart today as I just recieved my rejection letter from my absolute #1 choice school, hoping someone might give some insight since I know it is likely pointless to call the school for a reason.

Briefly, I am a NH resident for life so this is the only place I have any pull I guess. I applied last year and was granted an interview which went great, however I was placed on the waitlist. I wasn't too discouraged because it was my 1st year applying and my MCATs were below their average and I didnt have much clinical experience. For the past year I have been working full time at a hospital as a clincal researcher/physiologist. I also retook the MCAT and improved from a 30S to a 34S. My undergraduate GPA was 3.95 (however it was at a state school). I was an NCAA all-american in track in college, however I also worked part-time which left little time for volunteering, etc. I completed a Masters in Neuroscience at a highly ranked Canadian school. I submitted my appy earlier than last year hoping for a fall interview....and now this, a "I'm sorry" letter.

Anyway, do you guys think it was just because I had applied last year and didn't get in...I mean I was waitlisted afterall so doesn't that mean i was close, haha. I really can't figure out how my application can improve and yet I get a worse result.

Thanks my friends, and good luck to you all with Dartmouth! Wish I was meeting some of you up there this year at an interview, I love it up there.
 
deewhit12 said:
Hello my fellow Dartmouth hopefuls. I'm writing with a heavy heart today as I just recieved my rejection letter from my absolute #1 choice school, hoping someone might give some insight since I know it is likely pointless to call the school for a reason.

Briefly, I am a NH resident for life so this is the only place I have any pull I guess. I applied last year and was granted an interview which went great, however I was placed on the waitlist. I wasn't too discouraged because it was my 1st year applying and my MCATs were below their average and I didnt have much clinical experience. For the past year I have been working full time at a hospital as a clincal researcher/physiologist. I also retook the MCAT and improved from a 30S to a 34S. My undergraduate GPA was 3.95 (however it was at a state school). I was an NCAA all-american in track in college, however I also worked part-time which left little time for volunteering, etc. I completed a Masters in Neuroscience at a highly ranked Canadian school. I submitted my appy earlier than last year hoping for a fall interview....and now this, a "I'm sorry" letter.

Anyway, do you guys think it was just because I had applied last year and didn't get in...I mean I was waitlisted afterall so doesn't that mean i was close, haha. I really can't figure out how my application can improve and yet I get a worse result.

Thanks my friends, and good luck to you all with Dartmouth! Wish I was meeting some of you up there this year at an interview, I love it up there.
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I'm not sure why you didn't an interview this year but you have to remember how subjective this process is. Honestly it seems like your application is stronger than many that get into similar schools. Good luck and don't take it personally, this is just a great example of how crazy this whole thing can be!
 
deewhit12 said:
Hello my fellow Dartmouth hopefuls. I'm writing with a heavy heart today as I just recieved my rejection letter from my absolute #1 choice school, hoping someone might give some insight since I know it is likely pointless to call the school for a reason.

Briefly, I am a NH resident for life so this is the only place I have any pull I guess. I applied last year and was granted an interview which went great, however I was placed on the waitlist. I wasn't too discouraged because it was my 1st year applying and my MCATs were below their average and I didnt have much clinical experience. For the past year I have been working full time at a hospital as a clincal researcher/physiologist. I also retook the MCAT and improved from a 30S to a 34S. My undergraduate GPA was 3.95 (however it was at a state school). I was an NCAA all-american in track in college, however I also worked part-time which left little time for volunteering, etc. I completed a Masters in Neuroscience at a highly ranked Canadian school. I submitted my appy earlier than last year hoping for a fall interview....and now this, a "I'm sorry" letter.

Anyway, do you guys think it was just because I had applied last year and didn't get in...I mean I was waitlisted afterall so doesn't that mean i was close, haha. I really can't figure out how my application can improve and yet I get a worse result.

Thanks my friends, and good luck to you all with Dartmouth! Wish I was meeting some of you up there this year at an interview, I love it up there.
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As a fellow NH resident, I can tell you that Dartmouth - out of the goodness of its heart (rather than state obligation) - strives to fill 4-5 of its class spots with NH residents. You may be able to use this to your advantage.

Seeing as you have nothing to lose, I would definitely suggest getting in touch with them and appealing your rejection. Mention things such as your lifelong "dedication" to New Hampshire and the aspects of the school that you're attracted to. One issue that Dartmouth does struggle with during the application cycle is finding applicants who will be happy in the rural town of Hanover. As the largest state represented in their applicant pool is California (and of that state, most are from larger towns/cities) they will definitely appreciate knowing that a native New Hampshire resident would love to take advantage of Dartmouth and its surroundings. You can certainly call them, but you should also follow that up with a strong letter of intent that better conveys your primary message. It may not work, as I do not know their policy on update letters/appeals (their website is somewhat terse/badly organized). But, you really have nothing to lose, and if nothing else, echoes of your interest might carry through during the next application cycle.

By the way, your application sounds quite strong from your description. Barring any surprises that we are not aware of, I would say that this decision is a good indicator of just how unpredictable/unfair this process can be. Best of luck to you!
 
Greonis said:
As a fellow NH resident, I can tell you that Dartmouth - out of the goodness of its heart (rather than state obligation) - strives to fill 4-5 of its class spots with NH residents. You may be able to use this to your advantage.

Seeing as you have nothing to lose, I would definitely suggest getting in touch with them and appealing your rejection. Mention things such as your lifelong "dedication" to New Hampshire and the aspects of the school that you're attracted to. One issue that Dartmouth does struggle with during the application cycle is finding applicants who will be happy in the rural town of Hanover. As the largest state represented in their applicant pool is California (and of that state, most are from larger towns/cities) they will definitely appreciate knowing that a native New Hampshire resident would love to take advantage of Dartmouth and its surroundings. You can certainly call them, but you should also follow that up with a strong letter of intent that better conveys your primary message. It may not work, as I do not know their policy on update letters/appeals (their website is somewhat terse/badly organized). But, you really have nothing to lose, and if nothing else, echoes of your interest might carry through during the next application cycle.

By the way, your application sounds quite strong from your description. Barring any surprises that we are not aware of, I would say that this decision is a good indicator of just how unpredictable/unfair this process can be. Best of luck to you!
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I read a couple of places about "appealing". Did anyone actually appeal and succeed? I thought that rejection letter is "final".
 
dartmouth...psssht who needs em anyway. it is cold up thrr.


boo

i got a rejection
 
were these rejections pre-or post- interviewing? i haven't heard a peep from them since i was complete....
 
deewhit12 said:
Hello my fellow Dartmouth hopefuls. I'm writing with a heavy heart today as I just recieved my rejection letter from my absolute #1 choice school, hoping someone might give some insight since I know it is likely pointless to call the school for a reason.

Briefly, I am a NH resident for life so this is the only place I have any pull I guess. I applied last year and was granted an interview which went great, however I was placed on the waitlist. I wasn't too discouraged because it was my 1st year applying and my MCATs were below their average and I didnt have much clinical experience. For the past year I have been working full time at a hospital as a clincal researcher/physiologist. I also retook the MCAT and improved from a 30S to a 34S. My undergraduate GPA was 3.95 (however it was at a state school). I was an NCAA all-american in track in college, however I also worked part-time which left little time for volunteering, etc. I completed a Masters in Neuroscience at a highly ranked Canadian school. I submitted my appy earlier than last year hoping for a fall interview....and now this, a "I'm sorry" letter.

Anyway, do you guys think it was just because I had applied last year and didn't get in...I mean I was waitlisted afterall so doesn't that mean i was close, haha. I really can't figure out how my application can improve and yet I get a worse result.

Thanks my friends, and good luck to you all with Dartmouth! Wish I was meeting some of you up there this year at an interview, I love it up there.
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Man, that is really rough. You know, you really have nothing to lose. I would call them and ask about what went wrong.
 
got an email from the admissions office- I forgot to include my fee waiver so my application wasn't complete until today-lol

Will be interesting to see if I get an interview or just the ax
 
Have any of you who have been accepted recieve christmas cards/personal letters from your interviewers? I just did today and I thought it was awesome.
 
enjoydrywax said:
Have any of you who have been accepted recieve christmas cards/personal letters from your interviewers? I just did today and I thought it was awesome.
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That is really awesome. Very cool! Anyone going to be there on the 23rd? That's my interview day. (Yup, not a typo. The 23rd. lol)
 
I still havent heard anything since I was complete (before August). I really want a chance for admission at this school and I was thinking about sending an update letter. Anyone think that an update letter is a good idea pre-interview?
 
Does anyone have a recommendation for which hotel to stay at? I have to stay the night after the interview, too, so if any are near something to do, that would be great.

Also, any recommendations on what to do in the area? Thanks!
 
Dogsjill said:
Does anyone have a recommendation for which hotel to stay at? I have to stay the night after the interview, too, so if any are near something to do, that would be great.

Also, any recommendations on what to do in the area? Thanks!
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Super 8 or the Comfort Inn (depending on whether you have a car or not). Both are in White River Junction, VT.
 
For people who got the rejection letter, when were you complete? I'm surprised I haven't heard anything, but am expecting my little letter soon! (I was complete 9/3)
 
I interviewed a couple of months ago. Anyone know if it's worth calling to get an idea of when i might hear? I'm guessing it's not but I'm getting impatient with no acceptances yet!
 
Regley said:
I interviewed a couple of months ago. Anyone know if it's worth calling to get an idea of when i might hear? I'm guessing it's not but I'm getting impatient with no acceptances yet!
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You wont get anything...I interviewed in september and havent gotten any word.
 
Anyone know how DMS responds to post-interview LOIs? Is there a point? Should I do it in letter format or email format? I really loved the school.
 
Retsage said:
Anyone know how DMS responds to post-interview LOIs? Is there a point? Should I do it in letter format or email format? I really loved the school.
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Nope, if I am not mistaken... during the interview day they said that LOIs do not make much of a difference...
 
Retsage said:
Anyone know how DMS responds to post-interview LOIs? Is there a point? Should I do it in letter format or email format? I really loved the school.
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i dont see how it could hurt...
 
Retsage said:
Anyone know how DMS responds to post-interview LOIs? Is there a point? Should I do it in letter format or email format? I really loved the school.
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Based on the way they accept people, i doubt a LOI would do anything. Theyve already calculated your "batting average" so the decision has been made. Now you are just waiting to see if the bar is lowered enough for you to be accepted. Sending in a LOI isnt going to change your score. If you get put on the waitlist, then maybe a LOI migght help but im not sure how the waitlist works.

Has anybody heard any post-interview news recently? Either rejection or acceptance? I havent been at school for the last three weeks, and thats where they should be sending any new informatin. If its a rejection, then i guess it doesnt matter when i get it. But if its an acceptance, is there like a 2 week period where you must notify them to hold your acceptance?
 
To those that have already interviewed, how did you go about getting to the school? I'm assuming that most people flew into boston-manchester, which is an hour and a half away, but I don't know the best way to get to dartmouth, outside of getting a cab or shuttle, which would probably break me. I don't want to have to turn down the interview just because I can't afford it. Are there any other options?
 
Anybody interviewing next 2 weeks on the 22nd of Jan??

Thanks.
 
for those still interviewing with dartmouth - two quick questions. When were you complete, and when did you receive the invite? Thanks!
 
I was complete around 9/9? Definitely early september and I was invited 10/17.
 
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