2010-2011 Jefferson Application Thread

[4ksibe]

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I'm thinking about adding Jefferson to my AMCAS but my MCAT isn't that great (28Q). My GPA is good, but not amazing (cGPA 3.7, sGAP 3.5). I did finish an SMP with a Masters of Science in Bio with a 4.0 GPA though. Do you guys think I still have a chance? Is it too late to submit my application to them? I know the earlier the better and it's already september 8th 🙁

I seriously dont think it is late. I have a friend with your approximate stat who applied this late last year and is now a student there. Your master should boost you up so definitely i would apply.

 

[LifeLngStudent]

Does anyone know if we can send updates pre-interview? I submitted in July and haven't heard anything since. I was hoping to update the school on a new research job I just started.

 

[aminghere]

I submitted my 2nd app on Aug 13 and haven't heard back from the school ever since. Should I call their office or should I wait?

 

[tlaloc87]

I submitted my 2nd app on Aug 13 and haven't heard back from the school ever since. Should I call their office or should I wait?

I submitted my secondary July 6 and haven't received so much as a complete e-mail. If you're really concerned about it, call the office. The online application should let you check your status. They'll get to your app when they get to it.

 

[lovemed1c1ne]

I submitted my 2nd app on Aug 13 and haven't heard back from the school ever since. Should I call their office or should I wait?

I also submitted my secondary the first week of July and didn't hear anything until I got an interview invite, not even a complete email, so I don't think calling would do anything. I guess you could call or send an email to let them know your interest, but the only way of checking on your status is online. Good luck!

 

[AutumnChild]

for those of you who didn't initially put Jefferson on ur list of schools, how long did it take for you to get the secondary e-mail after you added Jefferson to your AMCAS school list?

 

[DrSmday]

where on the status page does it show the interview invites?? been complete since mid August... no news yet

 

[SMCmedicine]

where on the status page does it show the interview invites?? been complete since mid August... no news yet

I'm in the same boat. The update page does not provide much information. I don't think they have sent out invites yet.

 

[Dude Man Bro Man]

where on the status page does it show the interview invites?? been complete since mid August... no news yet

An "Interview Status" section will appear below your application checklist if you get an interview.

 

[koennen]

I'm in the same boat. The update page does not provide much information. I don't think they have sent out invites yet.

The "Interview Status" section only appears when you have been invited to interview. Do not expect a "complete" email or any other communication from Jefferson after your file is complete. As noted, you can check your status online.

Jefferson has started extending interview invites. Interviews start next week for early decision applicants, and the following week for regular applicants. If you look back through this thread, you will see a bunch of people have received invites.

For those of you who have only submitted their secondaries a month or so ago, recognize that a ton of people had their materials in long before you did. Sit tight. It could be months before you hear anything ... if you hear anything at all.

 

[tomh98]

for those who were asking, they do accept update letters before invites. I was promoted and had a new publication and they happily added my letter to my file.

The only schools that I know of so far that have policies against updates are Rosalind Franklin and Albany. There may be others, some schools just gave me the silent treatment after I emailed them.

 

[tomh98]

The "Interview Status" section only appears when you have been invited to interview. Do not expect a "complete" email or any other communication from Jefferson after your file is complete. As noted, you can check your status online.

Jefferson has started extending interview invites. Interviews start next week for early decision applicants, and the following week for regular applicants. If you look back through this thread, you will see a bunch of people have received invites.

For those of you who have only submitted their secondaries a month or so ago, recognize that a ton of people had their materials in long before you did. Sit tight. It could be months before you hear anything ... if you hear anything at all.

I did get a complete email. Am I special?

 

[koennen]

I did get a complete email. Am I special?

You must be. I've never heard of anyone receiving a "complete" email. Was it unsolicited, or a response to an inquiry by you as to whether your file was complete?

 

[wanderer]

Definitely special. My first email after getting the secondary invite was an interview invite.

 

[Hammergin]

I did get a complete email. Am I special?

I sent an update letter and got a response with 2 files. The first confirmed the letter would be added to my file and the second stated my application was complete. You aren't too special!

 

[Ilovewater]

Does anyone know if we can send updates pre-interview? I submitted in July and haven't heard anything since. I was hoping to update the school on a new research job I just started.

You can, but I feel like September is a little early for pre-interview updates. Like I said before, I submitted in July last year and didn't get an interview invite until Feb without updates. Don't worry too much yet.

 

[koennen]

You can, but I feel like September is a little early for pre-interview updates. Like I said before, I submitted in July last year and didn't get an interview invite until Feb without updates. Don't worry too much yet.

... which is why it's funny to hear someone say "I submitted my secondary August 15 and I haven't heard anything yet ... "

 

[LifelongStudent]

Hey guys!
It is great to see such interest in Jeff! I am currently a first year at Jefferson and would be more than willing to answer as many questions as possible. We have an exam on Friday so I might not be back on until the weekend. You can either message me or just ask on this thread.

 

[tomh98]

You must be. I've never heard of anyone receiving a "complete" email. Was it unsolicited, or a response to an inquiry by you as to whether your file was complete?

Well I did send them an email about something else (not inquiring about status), and they sent back a response plus a letter saying I was complete.

But I think I'm still special. My mom tells me so every day.

 

[Geekchick921]

Hey guys!
It is great to see such interest in Jeff! I am currently a first year at Jefferson and would be more than willing to answer as many questions as possible. We have an exam on Friday so I might not be back on until the weekend. You can either message me or just ask on this thread.

What was interview day like? I've heard it's pretty informal and chill.

 

[LifelongStudent]

What was interview day like? I've heard it's pretty informal and chill.

Interview day is extremely informal and relaxed. The entire day is run completely by students, which is very unique. Basically the day is pretty typical with some lecture type stuff in the morning, a tour, then 2 interviews (one student/one faculty). The day ends with cookie hour where you will get to talk with other interviewees, current students (free food 😀), and faculty. Student interviews are completely closed-file (interviewer only gets very basic info on applicant) but faculty has access to entire application. The student host program is a good option for the people coming from out of town since you can learn a little more about the school before the interview and save $100+ on a hotel.

Just a heads up.... Just because Jefferson interview day is relaxed, don't make it too relaxed/casual. Still act professionally, etc.

 

[hitsugaaya]

so i got a call that I got an interview!!!!
i didnt know they offered interview invites thru the phone but im pumped!!

 

[byurazorhog]

Congrats on the interview hitsugaaya...when did you have all your materials in? And are you IS or OOS?

 

[hitsugaaya]

Congrats on the interview hitsugaaya...when did you have all your materials in? And are you IS or OOS?

I was complete in early july. I am applying PSAP and schooled in PA but im intl

 

[staz13]

So I just got an email from Jeff asking me not to have my transcripts sent to them because they only need transcripts from accepted applicants. My undergrad university simply sent my transcripts to AMCAS which sent them out. Did anyone else get this email? I had a alot of trouble when trying to submit my secondary and I hope my file is OK in their system. Do you think I should worry?

 

[Avoidthetiger]

So I just got an email from Jeff asking me not to have my transcripts sent to them because they only need transcripts from accepted applicants. My undergrad university simply sent my transcripts to AMCAS which sent them out. Did anyone else get this email? I had a alot of trouble when trying to submit my secondary and I hope my file is OK in their system. Do you think I should worry?

I got this too. Super duper confused. 🙁

 

[courtnes]

I just got this message too, so my assumption is that it was automatically sent to all applicants. Glad someone else checked in here about this! I am sure they are about to be piled under a bunch of e-mail responses.

My school only sent to AMCAS as well, since that's all I requested.

 

[staz13]

I just got this message too, so my assumption is that it was automatically sent to all applicants. Glad someone else checked in here about this! I am sure they are about to be piled under a bunch of e-mail responses.

My school only sent to AMCAS as well, since that's all I requested.

Haha, well I guess I should have checked here before adding my own email into the pile they are about to receive. Oops, maybe they wont notice it within the mess. I hate having to be that annoying person flooding inboxes with unnecessary questions.

 

[anfielder]

Same here. I'm assuming they're having some trouble with their computer systems as I know I didn't put JMC's address down on any transcript requests.

 

[PinkNoise]

Just got the message too (9:20 MST) and frantically signed on the SDN to find out what's going on. I guess it's nothing important?

 

[courtnes]

Haha, well I guess I should have checked here before adding my own email into the pile they are about to receive. Oops, maybe they wont notice it within the mess. I hate having to be that annoying person flooding inboxes with unnecessary questions.

Haha! I am sure it's fine. The admissions people at Jeff seem pretty awesome, and they must be used to the stress levels that applicants have at this stage of the game. 🙂

 

[byurazorhog]

Mine will be among the email deluge they must be getting this morning. It's sad that this automatic email has been the only sort of communication I got from JMC since submitting my secondary.

 

[4ksibe]

Mine will be among the email deluge they must be getting this morning. It's sad that this automatic email has been the only sort of communication I got from JMC since submitting my secondary.

haha me too i was excited for a second to see an email from them.

 

[PinkNoise]

Just got this (guessing due to all the emails they received!) :

Dear Applicants,

This email is sent to all applicants to Jefferson Medical College. Please disregard content if it does not apply to you . If you have or plan to send transcripts to Jefferson Medical College please note it is not necessary to send them unless you're an accepted into the medical school. We only need official transcripts for applicants who are accepted into the medical school. All other correspondence to Jefferson should be emailed to this address or FAXED to 215.503.8877.

Thank you.

 

[Longshanks]

lol checked to make sure it was nothing crazy either. Yeah, odd message, since I know my school only sent my stuff to amcas/aacomas.

 

[EscapedGoat]

It's sad that this automatic email has been the only sort of communication I got from JMC since submitting my secondary.

Heck, this is the only email I've received in the past two weeks. I'm just dying for some electronic communication no matter how worthless it may be!

 

[AGLAIA]

lol checked to make sure it was nothing crazy either. Yeah, odd message, since I know my school only sent my stuff to amcas/aacomas.

I got that email, too. I am thinking they sent it out as a blanket email because I never requested my school to send them anything.

 

[hoot504]

Received the transcript email as well. Definitely a blanket email.

 

[Obliquity]

I got this email as well (as did all the other Jefferson applicants, I suppose) and confirmed with the credential service at my undergrad that no transcripts were sent to Jefferson. No worries!

 

[brussellnhes]

i got a similar email... it was worded differently though.

anyway, i tried calling jefferson and i think they disabled their phones cuz i was unable to get through. they probably anticipated that a bunch of people would call in inquiring about it. lol

 

[Geekchick921]

I got it today, too.

Interview in one week! I just picked up my suit from the tailor and it looks great. Ahhh!

 

[HawaiiHereICome]

Lucky number 10 Yay!!!

I have heard very good things about this place from my friend's mom. Lets see how things go.

(*Privately wonders if he'll get to meet anyone on this board during interview. Privately wonders if geekchick is hot* jk)

 

[Geekchick921]

Geekchick isn't bad, but she is married and her avatar is the mid-pregnancy ultrasound from when she was pregnant with her daughter. 🙂

 

[HawaiiHereICome]

EPIC FAIL lol

 

[divot787]

You guys are crazy. Good luck geekchick!

 

[baileybrown]

Hey everyone--I'm interviewing at 2 Philly schools on Oct 6 and 7. I was originally going to stay with a friend, but the plans fell through so I need a place to stay on the night of Oct 5 and Oct 6. If any med students on this forum would be willing to have me, I'd really appreciate it (I'll bake cookies for you--just tell me your favorite kind!) OR, if anyone else is interviewing on those day(s) and would like to book a cheap hotel together also let me know!

Thanks so much!

 

[Geekchick921]

Interviewing here tomorrow! OMG, I can't believe it's here already!

 

[koennen]

Interviewing here tomorrow! OMG, I can't believe it's here already!

Good luck!

 

[tomh98]

Interviewing here tomorrow! OMG, I can't believe it's here already!

We're all looking forward to your detailed report 😉

Best of luck!!!

 

[Ilovewater]

Hope you guys enjoyed your interviews at Jeff! I was going to go to cookie hour after anatomy lab, but then I heard there wasn't any cookies left haha.