2008-2009 SUNY Downstate Secondary Application Thread

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poohbear00 said:
um...email? more waiting? Maybe there's someone who has contacted them with success
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they said please do not call to ask about status. if you have any other questions apart from your application status please email ... :laugh:
 
did you send an update letter? I'm almost positive thats why I got my interview.
 
what type of information did you write in your update letter?
 
bluesmd said:
i have been complete since august. i'm pretty sure they should've gotten to my app by now. but the letter said specifically DO NOT CALL ABOUT STATUS so i don't know what to do.
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I would definitely send them an email about it. If they ask, just act like you never saw that message. The worst they can do is not reply to you.
 
kac714 said:
did you send an update letter? I'm almost positive thats why I got my interview.
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Well, you should only write an update letter if you have something meaningful to update them about. I wrote this earlier in this thread, but examples might include publications, new clinical experience, etc. An update letter is not necessary to tell them you're still interested or anything like that. Unfortunately this process is a long one. Hang in there.
 
i gave a platform talk at a major conference on my research, so i wrote about that and a couple other new activities.
 
email. but i think either is fine.
 
happy holidays everybody. I gave up my acceptance today & I hope one of you guys gets it!
 
Merry Christmas everyone! Hope Santa has an acceptance letter for all of us.. 🙂
 
drlyss, how did you withdraw? i paid my deposit and stuff and was going to wait until fin aid before withdawing...
 
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- On site washer/dryer
- heat, hot water & gas included
- Brand new stainless steel appliances
- Entire apartment newly renovated (bathroom, closets, bedroom)
- 5 Blocks away from Prospect Park
- 2 Blocks away from SUNY Downstate Medical School
- Supermarket 1 block away


ABOUT THE NEIGHBORHOOD:

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Read more about it at
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IDEAL TENANT:

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This apartment is my baby (sad, but true) so I'm looking for someone to take good care of it (I know, it's only an apartment but still, it would be great to find someone who would make a real home out of it).

Email me if this sounds like you. Things I'd like to know are your age, occupation, interests or anything you'd like me to know about you, and your availability for viewing (please give me a range of times and dates).


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Looking forward to hearing from you!
 
Askangiwa said:
NO REALTOR FEE!

Contact: [email protected]

Huge 1 Bedroom apartment (almost 800 sq. ft - large enough for 2-3 person share) available for rent by owner in a gated co-op building with manicured lawns and a 24-hour doorman.

Available ASAP (1st month's rent and security deposit to move in)

LOCATION/SUBWAY:

Prospect Lefferts/East Flatbush area is two blocks away from the 2 and 5 train (stop at Church Avenue or Winthrop). 30 minutes from midtown.

AMENITIES:

- 24-hour doorman
- On site washer/dryer
- heat, hot water & gas included
- Brand new stainless steel appliances
- Entire apartment newly renovated (bathroom, closets, bedroom)
- 5 Blocks away from Prospect Park
- 2 Blocks away from SUNY Downstate Medical School
- Supermarket 1 block away


ABOUT THE NEIGHBORHOOD:

Prospect Lefferts Garden is a mostly working class, West Indian neighborhood comprised of families, students, artists and professionals who provide a sense of community in this small, tight-knit neighborhood.

Read more about it at
http://www.planetplg.com/food-drink/


IDEAL TENANT:

Employed or a student with co-signers; responsible; low-key & generally cool and laid back (but not too much that you can't remember to pay rent in time or remember to turn off the stove - yikes!)

This apartment is my baby (sad, but true) so I'm looking for someone to take good care of it (I know, it's only an apartment but still, it would be great to find someone who would make a real home out of it).

Email me if this sounds like you. Things I'd like to know are your age, occupation, interests or anything you'd like me to know about you, and your availability for viewing (please give me a range of times and dates).


These pictures don't do justice to this place. It's just one of those places you'll HAVE to see in person. Trust me!

Looking forward to hearing from you!
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whats the rent? lol
 
mbe36 said:
Never received a "Hold" letter, but silent.

Does anyone know what this means? I got a 4.0 this semester (endocrine, osteology, physio, neurobio) and am hoping a grade update will help. However, since I was never put in the pending-grades group where do I stand?
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mbe36 said:
Never received a "Hold" letter, but silent.

Does anyone know what this means? I got a 4.0 this semester (endocrine, osteology, physio, neurobio) and am hoping a grade update will help. However, since I was never put in the pending-grades group where do I stand?
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1. Make sure your app is complete at the school. You should be able to log in to see the status of your application items.
2. If you've been complete for over 2 or 3 months, shoot over a quick email just to make them aware of the situation and be polite. More likely than not, they'll probably say you're still under review or something. But sometimes people slip through the cracks.
 
Dr Roboto said:
1. Make sure your app is complete at the school. You should be able to log in to see the status of your application items.
2. If you've been complete for over 2 or 3 months, shoot over a quick email just to make them aware of the situation and be polite. More likely than not, they'll probably say you're still under review or something. But sometimes people slip through the cracks.
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i have been complete since august, i guess i better send the email ...
 
Dr Roboto said:
1. Make sure your app is complete at the school. You should be able to log in to see the status of your application items.
2. If you've been complete for over 2 or 3 months, shoot over a quick email just to make them aware of the situation and be polite. More likely than not, they'll probably say you're still under review or something. But sometimes people slip through the cracks.
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I sent a status check email, I have been complete for at least 2 or 3 months and I never received a response. Is that a silent rejection?
 
I'm not on any admissions committee or staff, but when I hear or read that a school does not want any form of communications in the meantime, I interpret that as "do not be paranoid - chill out." But when it's been so long without any news, I personally will break that rule and ask for an update if possible, even if all they say is "you're still under review." The process is too long, too expensive, and too important. Sometimes you gotta be pro-active about your future.

If you write an email, make sure to explain yourself. I think it's important that they know you're not just another paranoid pre-med who was too lazy to check the online status page (whose email they shouldn't disregard anyway, but better safe than sorry). Let them know it's been so and so long since you were complete and that you would appreciate a quick update on your application. If you don't hear back within a week, try calling them. I don't recall ever having a problem when speaking with someone in the admissions office. Don't forget that we're now on break so you might just want to wait until after new year's.

Now, the 2 or 3 months I gave, it's just an arbitrary number. Maybe this application cycle is crazier and the standard is now 4 months. But that's ridiculous. Anyway, that's just my disclaimer. Good luck to you folks.

avs0913 said:
I sent a status check email, I have been complete for at least 2 or 3 months and I never received a response. Is that a silent rejection?
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As far as I know, that's not possible. The admissions staff do not accept or reject applicants. That's the committee's job.
 
avs0913 said:
I sent a status check email, I have been complete for at least 2 or 3 months and I never received a response. Is that a silent rejection?
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maybe time to call? ms levine is really nice..
 
:banana:got my acceptance today!!!!!!!!!! Santa came after all... he must have got stuck in the winterstorm traffic!!!:soexcited:
 
congratulations!!!!!!!!!! is this your first? that must be an outstanding feeling. 🙂
 
Yea its my 1st!!! I really loved Downstate so I'm utterly thrilled!! think i might through the towel in for the rest... this process is soooo expensive! alli need is 1!!
 
what other schools are you waiting to hear from?
 
i emailed them that i've been complete since august reply was a standardized you will get a letter if you have an update. has anyone been rejected?
 
bluesmd said:
i emailed them that i've been complete since august reply was a standardized you will get a letter if you have an update. has anyone been rejected?
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🙁 at least you have other acceptances
 
ar2388 said:
🙁 at least you have other acceptances
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yeah i know. i'm really grateful for my acceptances. but downstate was also one of my top choices. i think i'm just going to take this as a rejection because they haven't asked for any updates of grades etc. 🙁
 
bluesmd said:
yeah i know. i'm really grateful for my acceptances. but downstate was also one of my top choices. i think i'm just going to take this as a rejection because they haven't asked for any updates of grades etc. 🙁
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maybe give try giving them a call after the 4th or so blues... good luck!
 
ar2388 said:
maybe give try giving them a call after the 4th or so blues... good luck!
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thank ar!!! congrats on all your acceptances, so are you set on NYU for sure?
 
I got my acceptance in the mail on 12/26 and I'm pretty positive I'll be going to DS next fall... WOOOOWWWWW I'm going to be a doctor!! In Brooklyn!

Good luck to you all!!!!

Hello class of 2013! 😀 😀
 
ItsPat said:
I got my acceptance in the mail on 12/26 and I'm pretty positive I'll be going to DS next fall... WOOOOWWWWW I'm going to be a doctor!! In Brooklyn!

Good luck to you all!!!!

Hello class of 2013! 😀 😀
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congratulations!!!!
 
I canceled my interview date on January 15th and withdrew my app to Downstate. Good luck to everyone. I hope someone takes my spot! 🙂
 
ItsPat said:
I got my acceptance in the mail on 12/26 and I'm pretty positive I'll be going to DS next fall... WOOOOWWWWW I'm going to be a doctor!! In Brooklyn!

Good luck to you all!!!!

Hello class of 2013! 😀 😀
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me too!! doesn't it feel great to know where you'll be going this early? 🙂
 
yellowtibby said:
I canceled my interview date on January 15th and withdrew my app to Downstate. Good luck to everyone. I hope someone takes my spot! 🙂
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Same here (for 1/9). Good luck everyone.
 
hmmm..did anyone who interviewed in early nov still waiting to hear back from them? it's been almost 8 weeks for me and if I don't hear back by the end of the week, I'm going to give them a call.
 
congrats ar for your decision and everyone who got acceptances. good luck to everyone still waiting.
 
Would you recommend flying into JFK or LGA to get to Downstate?
 
dwc929 said:
Would you recommend flying into JFK or LGA to get to Downstate?
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They're pretty equivalent, but I would say LGA just because you'd be closer to the Jackie Robinson Parkway.
 
dwc929 said:
Would you recommend flying into JFK or LGA to get to Downstate?
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that shouldn't be a consideration...pick the cheapest or most convenient flight regardless of where it lands. You can hop into a cab and get to brooklyn from either.
 
I was complete 9/30.. just checked my status and there is a new X for Fall grades

I find it interesting since I'm in grad school and I thought schools do not care too much about those grades.. but it is all good!

Fingers crossed 🙂
 
RuSkaya said:
I was complete 9/30.. just checked my status and there is a new X for Fall grades

I find it interesting since I'm in grad school and I thought schools do not care too much about those grades.. but it is all good!

Fingers crossed 🙂
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is that on the page with the check marks on the secondary app and LOR field completions?
 
ar2388 said:
what other schools are you waiting to hear from?
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Im waiting to hear back from Indiana. Thats my home state and letters only come out on the 15th og every month so I may just put up the deposit and see what happenes.. I am 95% sure though that I will go to SUNY
 
I want to send downstate my fall grades like they asked, but I have one professor that is taking FOREVER to add the grade.

I have six As this semester, and the missing grade is not going to be lower than an A- (hoping for A through). Do the grade updates actually accomplish anything?
 
engineeredout said:
I want to send downstate my fall grades like they asked, but I have one professor that is taking FOREVER to add the grade.

I have six As this semester, and the missing grade is not going to be lower than an A- (hoping for A through). Do the grade updates actually accomplish anything?
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i think with the grades you got,maybe! lol
 
Yea, i'm waiting for a teacher to change one of my grades from B+ to A- cuz she made a mistake 🙁, should be a few days hopefully. But i got two As and two A-s and if that doesnt get me an interview... 🙁
 
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