2012-2013 SUNY Buffalo Application Thread

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premed8888 said:
I would say the strength of your ECs will either make or break your chance. Your GPA is good and is similar to the other GPAs that are being given notice by the ADCOM. Your MCAT score is also competitive. However, being an OOS'er, you are at a slight disadvantage. If your ECs stand out, specifically volunteer work and other humanitarian efforts, it could work in your favor. All the best!
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thanks so much for your input!! hoping for the best!
 
I know the office says they don't accept letters pre-interview, but has anybody sent them in and they acknowledged it?
 
MDHOPEFUL123456 said:
Rejected......... :/
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I'm so sorry MDhopeful. I have been rejected from all of the NY state schools and am holding out for Buffalo. Was yours a post interview or pre interview rejection? If pre interview, did you get an email or just see non-accept from your status page?
 
Heathernct said:
I'm so sorry MDhopeful. I have been rejected from all of the NY state schools and am holding out for Buffalo. Was yours a post interview or pre interview rejection? If pre interview, did you get an email or just see non-accept from your status page?
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+1 Sorry to hear.
 
Ughhh I feel like my application is at the very bottom of the pile...after all this waiting I'm still probably going to get a rejection 🙁
 
Pre-interview rejection today. OOS and complete in October. Good luck to everyone else!
 
I was told my file has been sent to the committee for evaluation, does anyone know the turn around time after "secondary application received" to a decision on interviews? I know some mentioned it was quick, but I was told a few days ago that it was sent to committee.
 
timeforpeace said:
I was told my file has been sent to the committee for evaluation, does anyone know the turn around time after "secondary application received" to a decision on interviews? I know some mentioned it was quick, but I was told a few days ago that it was sent to committee.
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Hey timeforpeace,

I'm a bit confused. Does the status check page still say secondary application received? If so, how did you find out about it being sent to committee? Did they email you? Or did you call to check up on it and they mentioned it was being reviewed?

Regarding turn around time, someone mentioned earlier in the thread that they either invite for interview or reject within 24 hours of review. And if you get an interview, you find out your outcome (accept, waitlist, reject) 24 hours later as well.
 
I had called and was told it was sent for review. I'm not sure what day they would actually review it though. My status page hasn't changed. Any input would be great.
 
According to Mr. Rosso, it is a 12 hour turn around.... I spoke to him on three occasions and every time he told me that once you are reviewed you know asap (less than 24 hours if you are granted an interview or rejected).
 
MDHOPEFUL123456 said:
According to Mr. Rosso, it is a 12 hour turn around.... I spoke to him on three occasions and every time he told me that once you are reviewed you know asap (less than 24 hours if you are granted an interview or rejected).
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Thanks for the information! Perhaps they haven't gotten to my application yet.
 
I wonder how many applications they have left...I hope mine gets reviewed soon with some favorable news!
 
Was curious if anyone in this thread knows if the other SUNYs (upstate, downstate, stony brook) have the same random-file review process as Buffalo -- where it doesn't matter how late you're looked at?

I'm assuming its standard rolling apply-early type of admissions at the other 3? Correct me if i'm wrong. I'm one of those late applicants and so I appreciate the way Buffalo reviews applications while still hoping for good news. Thanks!
 
TheKingofClay said:
Was curious if anyone in this thread knows if the other SUNYs (upstate, downstate, stony brook) have the same random-file review process as Buffalo -- where it doesn't matter how late you're looked at?

I'm assuming its standard rolling apply-early type of admissions at the other 3? Correct me if i'm wrong. I'm one of those late applicants and so I appreciate the way Buffalo reviews applications while still hoping for good news. Thanks!
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UB's is unique.
 
Looks like a Facebook group is up and running now for the upcoming class of 2017.
 
Rejected via email pre-interview. GL to everyone who is waiting to hear.
 
Just rejected through email. OOS student with average stats. Good luck to others still in the game.
 
anyone get an II here recently? I called yesterday and they said I still haven't been reviewed yet...March 31st is in like 5 days -_____-
 
I just woke up this morning to an II for April 3rd. I honestly wasn't expecting it because my application to Buffalo has been complete since July.

I probably won't be going, though. Does anyone know what the best way to decline an interview is? They say to contact them, but I'd feel kind of silly calling just to say "Thanks, but no thanks?" Can I just send a reply to the invite e-mail?
 
iBear said:
I just woke up this morning to an II for April 3rd. I honestly wasn't expecting it because my application to Buffalo has been complete since July.

I probably won't be going, though. Does anyone know what the best way to decline an interview is? They say to contact them, but I'd feel kind of silly calling just to say "Thanks, but no thanks?" Can I just send a reply to the invite e-mail?
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When I have declined IIs I do it through email. I title it interview response and then just let them know that I am declining the offer and why.
 
Assuming they don't meet on weekends my app should be reviewed in the next two days. Mr. Rosso told me earlier this week they are up to April 3rd in interview dates. If they interview till April 24th they still have a lot more dates to fill....and only two days to invite those candidates
 
SourD21 said:
Assuming they don't meet on weekends my app should be reviewed in the next two days. Mr. Rosso told me earlier this week they are up to April 3rd in interview dates. If they interview till April 24th they still have a lot more dates to fill....and only two days to invite those candidates
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Maybe they'll continue to review if they have that many dates open?
 
If I was waitlisted do I need to respond to stay on it? I know by some schools its required within 7 days etc.
 
docdude1 said:
If I was waitlisted do I need to respond to stay on it? I know by some schools its required within 7 days etc.
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I would hope not. I think you only need to respond if you were accepted

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I received an interview invite for 4/3.

Does anyone know if I'm interviewing for the waitlist, or for a possible available seat?
I would think schools by now are over 80% filled..
 
I`m an OOS applicant, and had an interview a month ago. What are my chances if I was put on the waitlist (bottom third)? Thanks
 
That depends on how far down the wait list they get this year. The past few years they've accepted students from the bottom third, but I'm not sure how many got off the bottom third in total.

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did anyone respond to the waitlist letter ?

or theres no need...
 
NewYorker9 said:
ah okay. I never replied to the email and I'm still on the waitlist.
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Does anyone know about the New York State Medical schools post bac programs??I got rejects but just because I has a ****ty MCAT score..gpa > 3.5 instate ...tons of Extracurricular..tons of volunteer work...Leadership positinons at my school student's organization. If any of you guys know how this work, I would appreciate your help.Thanks😕
 
Soo if 3/31 is the last day applications are reviewed, does this mean that all the people who haven't heard back are going to get pre-inteview rejections on Monday? 🙁
 
Per Mr. Rosso they are behind this year in review and will still be reviewing until next week
 
Rejection email just now, pre-interview. Good luck everybody.
 
Rejected. Don't feel so bad after looking at the OOS price tag. haha
 
looks like theyre trying to wrap up their interview season 🙁 rejected pre interview as well.
 
A friend of mine was accepted off the Upper Third yesterday, maybe we're starting to see some movement!
 
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