2012-2013 Ohio State University Application Thread

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nutrica6 said:
Not difficult at all. I interviewed yesterday and parked in the garage across the street from the building where we met. The admissions office gave me a ticket that completely covered the cost of the garage.
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would you mind commenting on your interview experience??

Thanks!
 
Sexy said:
I interviewed yesterday. All that you need to know and more. Someone should quote this response in case they ban me for my name. (Dont hate me cause Im sexy please).

Arrived at around 9:30. Parked in garage, very easy to do and close to the admissions office. Walked in and check in to the admissions office. Gave them my wallet-sized picture and they gave me a laptop bag that contained info pamphlets, flash drive, pen. Went to sit in open sitting area. Already a number of people there-.. Everyone seemed very nice and like personable individuals. We didn't talk all that much to each other. There were about 16ish people- maybe slightly more males than females, half minority half not, schools included Florida, Miami (OH), OSU, Stanford, Vanderbilt, Cornell, Pacific, MSU, Wisconsin, UC-Irvine, Emory, etc.

At 10, Admissions Dean (Georgia- nice, middle age, foreign woman) and Director (Dr. Capers- black, 50ish, super friendly, warm, I liked him a lot) led us to the 2nd floor conference room. We sat at table in U-shaped formation and Dr. Capers said Welcome. He then went around the room and told us to introduce ourself- name, hometown, school, fun fact. Very interesting fun facts- ie. professional european bball player, college cheerleader, just got married, etc. Then, Dr. Capers gave a 30 min+ presentation. Very nice and good at selling Ohio State. Then Georgia talked about some administrative stuff. They told us first decision will be made on 10/15. Dr. Capers calls all admittees starting at midnight!

Then we heard from financial aid presentor from 11-11:15. She did a very bad job selling OSU or giving any good info. Then some Dr. came in to talk about the new LSI curriculum and its good points. At points 10 M1-2s came in. One M4 talk shortly about something, and then an M2 talked about mentoring opportunities. Then we had lunch for maybe 20-30 min. While eating we talked to those M1-2s that came in. NOTE: These are not the students who will be interviewing you, so ask whatever you want to ask, don't worry about impressing (as far as I know). Then we went on tour with 2 M1/2 students. Tour was fine- uneventful. Facilities seemed fine- nothing spectacular. On the tour, we ran into some M1s and asked them about the curriculum. They said they thought theyd be well prepped for step 1 but it was a ton of work, with a lot of class time, and seemed kind of frustrated with it (in my opinion). Got back to the main conference room at 1:20.

At 1:30, interviews started- 1 with student, 1 with facility. They came to pick you up. I had student first. She was very nice. She had a list of questions and wrote notes as I answered. I always was worried when she didnt write notes cause I think that meant I wasnt saying anything important. Some of the questions: Tell me about yourself (my planned answer was apparently too long- she kind of stopped me in the middle). Tell me about research. Tell me about this activity. When have you received critical feedback? How do you exhibit service in your daily life? (weird one). When have you been considered wrong in a group setting? Name a strength and weakness when you work with groups? Tell me about an ethical dilemma? Several more I cant remember. Some of those 'name an example where you exhibited this quality' questions were kind of tough but she was very nice. The first 30 min was mostly strictly Q and A, where as the last 10 was conversation. We were from the same state/from the south so we connected on that. Overall I think I did pretty good.

2:15 my second interviewers (faculity) got me. Not going into details to protect my identity. This person was very, very nice. Dont be alarmed if when you answer, they stare at you blankly. I think its a technique to standardize feedback. Asked me about research with a few follow ups. Asked about some of my activities, when I have been a leader, several about HEALTH CARE (I was well prepped, luckily), who is your hero, what is a wekaness, best advice youve received, several more. I think I did very well, but its hard to say because she was nice.

Headed home, and thats that. Ask me anything else you want!
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thanks!
 
Sexy said:
I interviewed yesterday. All that you need to know and more. Someone should quote this response in case they ban me for my name. (Dont hate me cause Im sexy please).

Arrived at around 9:30. Parked in garage, very easy to do and close to the admissions office. Walked in and check in to the admissions office. Gave them my wallet-sized picture and they gave me a laptop bag that contained info pamphlets, flash drive, pen. Went to sit in open sitting area. Already a number of people there-.. Everyone seemed very nice and like personable individuals. We didn't talk all that much to each other. There were about 16ish people- maybe slightly more males than females, half minority half not, schools included Florida, Miami (OH), OSU, Stanford, Vanderbilt, Cornell, Pacific, MSU, Wisconsin, UC-Irvine, Emory, etc.

At 10, Admissions Dean (Georgia- nice, middle age, foreign woman) and Director (Dr. Capers- black, 50ish, super friendly, warm, I liked him a lot) led us to the 2nd floor conference room. We sat at table in U-shaped formation and Dr. Capers said Welcome. He then went around the room and told us to introduce ourself- name, hometown, school, fun fact. Very interesting fun facts- ie. professional european bball player, college cheerleader, just got married, etc. Then, Dr. Capers gave a 30 min+ presentation. Very nice and good at selling Ohio State. Then Georgia talked about some administrative stuff. They told us first decision will be made on 10/15. Dr. Capers calls all admittees starting at midnight!

Then we heard from financial aid presentor from 11-11:15. She did a very bad job selling OSU or giving any good info. Then some Dr. came in to talk about the new LSI curriculum and its good points. At points 10 M1-2s came in. One M4 talk shortly about something, and then an M2 talked about mentoring opportunities. Then we had lunch for maybe 20-30 min. While eating we talked to those M1-2s that came in. NOTE: These are not the students who will be interviewing you, so ask whatever you want to ask, don't worry about impressing (as far as I know). Then we went on tour with 2 M1/2 students. Tour was fine- uneventful. Facilities seemed fine- nothing spectacular. On the tour, we ran into some M1s and asked them about the curriculum. They said they thought theyd be well prepped for step 1 but it was a ton of work, with a lot of class time, and seemed kind of frustrated with it (in my opinion). Got back to the main conference room at 1:20.

At 1:30, interviews started- 1 with student, 1 with facility. They came to pick you up. I had student first. She was very nice. She had a list of questions and wrote notes as I answered. I always was worried when she didnt write notes cause I think that meant I wasnt saying anything important. Some of the questions: Tell me about yourself (my planned answer was apparently too long- she kind of stopped me in the middle). Tell me about research. Tell me about this activity. When have you received critical feedback? How do you exhibit service in your daily life? (weird one). When have you been considered wrong in a group setting? Name a strength and weakness when you work with groups? Tell me about an ethical dilemma? Several more I cant remember. Some of those 'name an example where you exhibited this quality' questions were kind of tough but she was very nice. The first 30 min was mostly strictly Q and A, where as the last 10 was conversation. We were from the same state/from the south so we connected on that. Overall I think I did pretty good.

2:15 my second interviewers (faculity) got me. Not going into details to protect my identity. This person was very, very nice. Dont be alarmed if when you answer, they stare at you blankly. I think its a technique to standardize feedback. Asked me about research with a few follow ups. Asked about some of my activities, when I have been a leader, several about HEALTH CARE (I was well prepped, luckily), who is your hero, what is a wekaness, best advice youve received, several more. I think I did very well, but its hard to say because she was nice.

Headed home, and thats that. Ask me anything else you want!

EDIT: Also, they told us our interviewers did not know our MCAT or GPA.
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Thank you, this is very helpful!

So it looks like you were done by 3 pm? I'm trying to book flights out of Columbus after the interview...do you think a 5:16 flight is cutting it too close?
 
hlapurocciel said:
Thank you, this is very helpful!

So it looks like you were done by 3 pm? I'm trying to book flights out of Columbus after the interview...do you think a 5:16 flight is cutting it too close?
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The airport is really close and pretty small, takes less than 20 minutes to get there from campus...you can easily make that flight if you were at the airport by 4:30 (maybe even a little later) and didn't have any checked bags.
 
foster033 said:
The airport is really close and pretty small, takes less than 20 minutes to get there from campus...you can easily make that flight if you were at the airport by 4:30 (maybe even a little later) and didn't have any checked bags.
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That is good to hear. I think I'll take my chances with that flight because anything later will cost me much more money. Is a taxi the easiest way to get to/from the airport?
 
Hey ya'll, here is OSUCOM's new admissions video, for anyone who hasn't seen it and wants to.

[YOUTUBE]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kh7hzNs-2S4&list=UUD196q4tKpiWyiGeAvxTBew[/YOUTUBE]
 
Interview invite just now!!! OOS, schedules for November 12! So excited, was not expecting this 😀
 
nayan504 said:
when were you guys complete?
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I also got an II today, and I was complete in mid-July. So, for all those who have been complete for a while but haven't gotten an II yet, don't lose hope!
 
Congrats to all those who got II's today!! Would you mind sharing your stats?
 
OOS, non-trad (but 4.0 GPA over two-year return to school), 33O, complete 8/10ish, interviewing 10/10.
 
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Hey everyone!

I had my interview at OSU on Wednesday. I won't go into too many details since @sexy already gave a lot of great info. I had a great experience at OSU, and my interview really solidified it as my first choice. Everyone that I talked to (especially Dr. Capers, the students who came to lunch, and my student interviewer) were super warm and welcoming. The interviews themselves were certainly the most formal that I have had so far (e.g. the interviewers had a list of questions, and wrote down my responses), but the interviewers were so nice that it wasn't too stressful. My faculty interview went pretty well, although I was asked some tough questions. A lot of the questions were centered around describing experiences where I exhibited a certain quality or met a certain obstacle. My student interview could not have gone better- the student was really nice, passionate about OSU, and seemed really interested in getting to know me. I was done around 3:30 pm.

I am IS, 3.82 overall, 3.75 science, 36 MCAT, and very hopeful about getting in here. Crossing my fingers for a call from Dr. Capers on Oct. 15. It can't come soon enough!
 
II this morning as well! Submitted September 10th--so excited to already hear from them!

OOS 34P 3.75c/3.65s
 
Can anyone share the USNEWS statistics on admissions to OSU? i.e. #interviewed, #accepted, #matriculated for recent years.
 
The most recent I have is fall 2009 (Total/IS):

Applied: 4185/1043
Interviewed: 689/279
Accepted: 461/199
Matriculated: 220/129

For an "in the area" email, who should I send it to?
 
Harmony Lane said:
Hi, Im nervous because I just sent my secondary app in two weeks ago which I know is late. Its because my amcas was in very late due to a technical glitch at my school. I hear I am now too late. I'm an Ohio resident, decent, but not fantastic mcat of 34, fair gpa of 3.6 but from an ivy league school, lots of research experience, held down 2 jobs and was extremely active on campus, holding leadership positions in 3 student groups. bio honors. Anyway, no invitation for an interview yet. OSU is my number one choice. Am I out of luck?
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^So you haven't cured cancer? What have you been doing your undergrad career?
Sarcasm of course, but you sound like an amazing applicant. Good luck to you.👍
 
kickster said:
The most recent I have is fall 2009 (Total/IS):

Applied: 4185/1043
Interviewed: 689/279
Accepted: 461/199
Matriculated: 220/129

For an "in the area" email, who should I send it to?
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Those numbers are a little different now. I don't have the new stats but I think 180 matriculated last year and about the same will matriculate this year.
And send it to the admissions office.
 
Harmony Lane said:
Hi, Im nervous because I just sent my secondary app in two weeks ago which I know is late. Its because my amcas was in very late due to a technical glitch at my school. I hear I am now too late. I'm an Ohio resident, decent, but not fantastic mcat of 34, fair gpa of 3.6 but from an ivy league school, lots of research experience, held down 2 jobs and was extremely active on campus, holding leadership positions in 3 student groups. bio honors. Anyway, no invitation for an interview yet. OSU is my number one choice. Am I out of luck?
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It's too soon to give up, I wouldn't give up yet. Just be patient, you haven't been complete very long.
 
Is there a student hosting program here?

EDIT: never mind, my link worked again. Sorry!
 
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OSU had to push my interview from Nov 5 to early December (AAMC conference in San Fran). Kind of a bummer, but I'm still excited about this school. Any idea if five weeks affects my odds of acceptance?
 
I just rescheduled as well for Oct. 17. Is anyone else going to be there?
 
Hey guys! A Med2 at OSU here to wish you luck and encourage you to keep your minds and eyes open to OSU if you come to visit us. The program here is well-structured, the staff are friendly and the opportunities for mentorship, shadowing and research are endless.

One note for those visiting us - be sure to check out what's NOT part of the medical school. The RPAC and Ohio Union are pretty nifty, not to mention the social life on High Street or even downtown. I think for those people who walk away not impressed by how cool OSU is, those people just haven't seen enough of campus. The RPAC is literally one of the largest, most technologically advanced workout facilities in the nation (we have LCD screens on the third floor in front of every treadmill and specialized workout machines with visual running paths of the Rocky Mountains or the beach). High Street has a mix of college-type bars, and the Short North area has a very eclectic scene, with art, vintage shopping, more young professional bars, and a GLBT-friendly community. Definitely check out the Med1 Handbook on the OSUCOM website to gain more info about the area. Honestly, one of the key things that should attract you to OSU, aside from our stellar staff, students and curriculum, is how much we have going on. There's always a festival, social outing, or cultural experience to be had (outside of football). Be sure to investigate! 🙂

Best of luck!
 
unhistoried said:
OSU had to push my interview from Nov 5 to early December (AAMC conference in San Fran). Kind of a bummer, but I'm still excited about this school. Any idea if five weeks affects my odds of acceptance?
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Absolutely not. They accept people through March and April (and possibly May...my memory's rusty).
 
unhistoried said:
OSU had to push my interview from Nov 5 to early December (AAMC conference in San Fran). Kind of a bummer, but I'm still excited about this school. Any idea if five weeks affects my odds of acceptance?
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I was Nov 5, also. Rescheduled for Oct 10. Time to hop online and find a plane ticket!
 
II!!!! It's weird because I was just complete a couple days ago (and I'm oos). I saved this secondary for last because of the hard essay topics. I think I got an II so quickly because my essays were short (all around 300 words).
 
torredchally said:
II!!!! It’s weird because I was just complete a couple days ago (and I'm oos). I saved this secondary for last because of the hard essay topics. I think I got an II so quickly because my essays were short (all around 300 words).
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Just wondering your stats if you don't mind giving them. I've still not heard from OSU. 😕
 
Harmony Lane said:
Just wondering your stats if you don't mind giving them. I've still not heard from OSU. 😕
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3.9, 38O
And don't worry if you haven’t heard back, I’m sure a lot of applicants will cancel or decline interviews if they get accepted by their top choice schools, especially if their OSU interview is scheduled for December.
 
torredchally said:
II!!!! It’s weird because I was just complete a couple days ago (and I'm oos). I saved this secondary for last because of the hard essay topics. I think I got an II so quickly because my essays were short (all around 300 words).
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torredchally said:
3.9, 38O
And don't worry if you haven’t heard back, I’m sure a lot of applicants will cancel or decline interviews if they get accepted by their top choice schools, especially if their OSU interview is scheduled for December.
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Probably more to do with your stats, bro
 
turmoil said:
Probably more to do with your stats, bro
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I know. What I meant to say is that because I saved it for last, I didn't ramble on like I did on other essays just to fill the word limit, so the fact that I wrote good essays probably had something to do with it too.
 
Don't worry if your interview is later in the season- at the interview they specifically told us that they don't interview candidates unless there is an open spot in the class for the interviewee.

I have my fingers crossed. I loved this school so much, I would really love to get that phone call Oct 15 from Dean Capers. :xf:
 
Hello.....:hello: No postings here for the past week. Anything going on people? Interviews? Still haven't heard anything yet myself.
 
Harmony Lane said:
Hello.....:hello: No postings here for the past week. Anything going on people? Interviews? Still haven't heard anything yet myself.
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still waiting! Got an interview here a few years ago...give me another shot OSU!
 
II invite last Friday, IS. This is my #1 dream school and it is quite a reach so I was VERY excited to get this interview! (shocked too 😱!) Only problem is that they couldn't schedule me until 12/17... is this typical at this point or did they just give me a later interview date because of my borderline stats?

3.47/3.33 34M
 
SunnySideUp23 said:
II invite last Friday, IS. This is my #1 dream school and it is quite a reach so I was VERY excited to get this interview! (shocked too 😱!) Only problem is that they couldn't schedule me until 12/17... is this typical at this point or did they just give me a later interview date because of my borderline stats?

3.47/3.33 34M
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you my sir, have given me great hope but you also have a good MCAT score so your still a good candidate...when were you complete?
 
I was just here on Monday. Pretty awesome school. 1 problem...I gotta take anatomy hahahahaha
 
MeGoodManIThink said:
you my sir, have given me great hope but you also have a good MCAT score so your still a good candidate...when were you complete?
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You have hope! I got an II in mid September and my stats are 32Q, 3.58 sGPA and 3.62 cGPA. And I'm OOS!
 
5lippy said:
I was just here on Monday. Pretty awesome school. 1 problem...I gotta take anatomy hahahahaha
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I was there this past monday as well, had a great day.

Bummed we didn't get to meet Dr. Capers bc he was out of town!
 
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