2012-2013 University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Application Thread

[MJM09]

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One of my classmates told me before our break that they recently made a change to Honors/Pass/Fail which will be implemented in the coming years. I don't think we've gotten official word from the higherups yet, but it makes sense that it'll happen.

Official language of the new grading system from the higher ups:

Starting with the Freshman class of 2017, the College of Medicine grading system for the first two years of the curriculum will change. Grades in the M1 and M2 years (except for the class of 2016 in the M2 year) shall be as follows:

Honors – reserved for students in a given course with a cumulative total score of 90% or above

Pass – considered a satisfactory passing grade and representing a cumulative total score in a course of 70% or greater up to less than 90%

Fail – Unsatisfactory, failing achievement in a course and representing a cumulative total score in a course of less than 70%.

Grades in the M3 year will continue to be assigned as A, B, C, D, F as defined above under Scholastic cognitive grades, as will grades in the 2013-2014 M2 year for the class of 2016.

Grades in the M4 year will continue to be assigned as “Pass” and “Fail” as described above under Scholastic cognitive grades.

M1 and M2 year will also be phased to subject based modules instead of independent classes, so instead of getting grades in a bunch of separate courses that run concurrently, you'll be graded on the entire modules/organ systems as you go through the first two years.

-Matt

 

[MJM09]

I am amazed at how quiet the board has been this year... I know there are about 90 of you coming to Little Rock this weekend to interview, so who is out there and where are you from?

For those of you traveling in, make sure to come to the reception Friday night if at all possible. It's a great way to meet students and faculty in a relaxed atmosphere before your interview, and just as importantly, learn more about Little Rock and Arkansas in general (very important factors if you get accepted and are trying to decide between schools). I'll be there and look forward to meeting many of you, but feel free to ask anyone there your questions about UAMS, Little Rock, Arkansas, or any other random things you think of... I know in the past this is a first trip to Arkansas for many of the OOS applicants so there are always a lot of questions and concerns. So come out Friday, see how the students and faculty are when they're not on campus, and don't be shy.

-Matt

 

[TipToad]

Are there plenty of research opportunities for students? Specifically, are there summer research fellowships (preferably with a stipend) at UAMS geared towards med students, and do these positions often continue through the academic year? How many students are involved in research that leads to publication?

 

[MJM09]

Are there plenty of research opportunities for students? Specifically, are there summer research fellowships (preferably with a stipend) at UAMS geared towards med students, and do these positions often continue through the academic year? How many students are involved in research that leads to publication?

I don't know exact numbers on this, but I don't know anyone that wanted to do research that didn't get a position of some sort. Some options have stipends, those are more competitive, and others don't (you're only in it for the CV bump/to get published on those). Some are summer only between the first and second years, others are ongoing. I don't know what the numbers are on how many get published, but based off my own friends it is certainly a significant portion of them. There are also research opportunities at other campuses that Dr. Wheeler will make sure you're aware of before the summer of your M1 year and some of those are pretty cool opportunities. They're competitive of course, but there have been a number of UAMS students go to off-site research institutions for med student research programs between the M1 and M2 year and they have a pretty good handle on what the best programs are and will do what they can to help make your application competitive.

I hope that helps, I wish I had more solid numbers for you.
-Matt

 

[ChemicalKat]

What is the dress of the reception?

 

[Ntropy]

What is the dress of the reception?

I think the e-mail from Linda recommended "business casual or anything close."

 

[IndigoJoe]

There is a MD/PhD applicant meet and greet this saturday at 1:30. I am not from the out of state crowd, and am wondering what I should wear. How formal is this meeting? Any other thoughts on how to prepare for this?

Thanks,
Joseph

 

[MJM09]

I think the e-mail from Linda recommended "business casual or anything close."

Guys typically wear a tie and girls wear a dress or whatever the girl equivalent of a button down shirt and tie happens to be. At any rate, leave the suit jacket in the closet. Students and faculty should all be wearing UAMS name badges so they're easier to pick out of the crowd. Don't be afraid to approach any of them and strike up conversation. They are all at the event because they enjoy meeting you guys (no one is forced to be there and no one is evaluating you), but we're not going to corner you and force you to talk to us. (Well, I won't anyway.)

-Matt

 

[LouieLouie]

I'll be at Friday's reception as well. The lure of free food in exchange for wearing a tie was too much to bear.

 

[sage2013]

Does anyone know if the early acceptances are evenly distributed amongst the four districts?

 

[ChemicalKat]

Just got back from Little Rock! I came away very impressed with just about everything associated with UAMS from facilities to research to class structure to faculty. The Dean said exactly what I wanted to hear regarding how things were handled at UAMS. Even Little Rock has improved significantly since the last time I was there (10 years ago?). Loved it. I've got my fingers crossed!

 

[ChemicalKat]

I did a little calculation while at the interview and I'd like to be checked on my math/accuracy (moreso accuracy, I know the math is right). If there are around 150 students per class, and 78% are in-state, then UAMS accepts around 30 OOS applicants? Which means that out of the 90 that interviewed this weekend, you have to clearly demonstrate via the interview that you are better than 60 of them. I feel confident about my interview but I'm not THAT confident.

 

[MJM09]

The numbers aren't there aren't quite current. There are currently 174 students per class. I knew what their theoretical OOS top number was at one point, but off the top of my head I can't remember it for sure. What I do know is they typically don't utilize the maximum number of spots, it seems to be around 24-26 OOS students admitted for the past few years. The big OOS cut is who gets invited for interviews (being invited is a big deal, congrats to all of you on that), but then it's still a little less than a third that can eventually be part of the class.

That said, it always seems like most OOS students get waitlisted first and then there's a burst of movement on the waitlist and that's how they end up accepted into the class. I don't know if that's because some of the initial OOS acceptances decline (certainly some, but not as many as I'm talking about) or if they initially offer some of those spots to IS students who go elsewhere (also possible, everyone IS and OOS finds out on the same day aside from early admits), but that always seems to be the way things shake out. So, if you're OOS and get waitlisted, I know that makes things more difficult, but that's where most of the OOS members of our class started out so don't lose hope.

To all the people who may get accepted but decide to go elsewhere: once you know you're going elsewhere, withdraw your application. Those on the waitlist will appreciate your prompt action.

-Matt

 

[TipToad]

I totally forgot to send in my Fall transcripts to UAMS. The other schools just had me input my grades without sending a transcript, and UAMS didn't have that option so I just forgot.

 

[HSUReddie]

I totally forgot to send in my Fall transcripts to UAMS. The other schools just had me input my grades without sending a transcript, and UAMS didn't have that option so I just forgot.

I'm not 100% sure on this, but when I emailed Linda a while back she told me to send them just if we wanted them to be considered in the admissions process. I got the impression that they weren't necessarily required. I know that doesn't fix the fact that I'm sure you wanted to send them though.

Anyone else, despite knowing that letters are sent in the mail on specific dates that have not arrived yet, still get an increased heart rate when those emails came in this afternoon?

 

[TipToad]

I'm not 100% sure on this, but when I emailed Linda a while back she told me to send them just if we wanted them to be considered in the admissions process. I got the impression that they weren't necessarily required. I know that doesn't fix the fact that I'm sure you wanted to send them though.

Anyone else, despite knowing that letters are sent in the mail on specific dates that have not arrived yet, still get an increased heart rate when those emails came in this afternoon?

Yeah. I called her after the second email because I was like "Transcripts, what???" She said they were "highly recommended."

 

[MJM09]

Certainly a good idea to get those transcripts in if they show any improvement or have something else that's impressive on them. On the other hand, if you're slacking off now and got a C in Beginner's Basket Weaving, might not send that transcript in until they demand it...

And to all of you anxiously checking the mailbox this week: You're not getting in early, very few people do. You'll find out next month with the bulk of your future class. You should relax until then. (There, my weak attempt at soothing you and lowering your expectations will make you all the more thrilled when you are one of the lucky 10-15 that get a letter this week!)

-Matt

 

[HSUReddie]

Certainly a good idea to get those transcripts in if they show any improvement or have something else that's impressive on them. On the other hand, if you're slacking off now and got a C in Beginner's Basket Weaving, might not send that transcript in until they demand it...

And to all of you anxiously checking the mailbox this week: You're not getting in early, very few people do. You'll find out next month with the bulk of your future class. You should relax until then. (There, my weak attempt at soothing you and lowering your expectations will make you all the more thrilled when you are one of the lucky 10-15 that get a letter this week!)

-Matt

Oh, I definitely don't expect anything next week. It's better to have no expectations. Still makes me nervous every time she sends an email though. I tend to think it's going to say "We missed some big grueling error and your application is now revoked."

My graduate transcripts barely showed any improvement, but I only had nine hours of summer grad courses on the original ones. I took 17 during the fall so I was hoping it would at least just show I could survive that heavy of a graduate load. Don't know. Hope it wasn't a bad idea.

 

[MJM09]

Oh, I definitely don't expect anything next week. It's better to have no expectations. Still makes me nervous every time she sends an email though. I tend to think it's going to say "We missed some big grueling error and your application is now revoked."

My graduate transcripts barely showed any improvement, but I only had nine hours of summer grad courses on the original ones. I took 17 during the fall so I was hoping it would at least just show I could survive that heavy of a graduate load. Don't know. Hope it wasn't a bad idea.

Sounds like a good move to me. More hours at the same or slightly better GPA isn't a bad thing, that's for sure.

-Matt

 

[Arkstudent]

I'm looking at buying a new laptop here shortly and I was wondering if there was any UAMS preference for Mac vs PC? Any software we have to use that only works one vs the other?

 

[MJM09]

I'm looking at buying a new laptop here shortly and I was wondering if there was any UAMS preference for Mac vs PC? Any software we have to use that only works one vs the other?

No. Some of the software seemed to work better on PC (took extra steps/tech support to set up on Mac) but that shouldn't really sway you one way or another. Just buy whatever you like (and don't blow a lot of money on one just because of med school, nothing you run is very demanding, and you won't use it even a tenth as much after 2nd year).

-Matt

 

[LouieLouie]

Most of my class are mac users. If I were to buy a new one (and I've been looking), I'd pick up a gently used/refurbished macbook air and a tablet of some sort. I've got a 5 year old macbook pro and an ipad and have been developing a decent routine with it here lately. The upgrade to an air would just be to make the walk from the parking lot a little less heavy.

 

[Moon Beams]

quick question... hopefully someone will know...

As for the OOS applicants that interviewed on the 12th- are we suppose to receive our letters on February 20th or is that the day they are put in the mail???

Not trying to be nit-picky but I have a deposit due to another school on the 22nd and I would rather not drop $500 on this other school if I hear good news from UAMS 🙂

 

[MilkmanAl]

It varies. It seems like they send out letters starting about 2-3 days before the posted date, so if you're in one of the early batches, you may get a response earlier than the 20th.

 

[Moon Beams]

Hmm... lets hope thats the case. Thanks MilkmanAl!

 

[WompyWomperton]

This wait is killing me. I had my interview back in mid-November. I've been trying to keep my mind occupied with other things, but every once in a while it pops up in the back of my head and I lay in bed all night thinking about it. Anyways, how's everyone doing? Any cool stories or interesting things to share?

 

[IndigoJoe]

I just got the January early acceptance. I live in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, so if you are about an hour away from Little Rock, you may have a letter awaiting you. Beyond that distance you may have to wait another day or so, but I'm not entirely sure.

Can't wait for med school this fall. Good luck everyone.

-Joe

 

[WompyWomperton]

Congratulations Joe. Seriously, man, that's pretty cool. What were your stats (MCAT, GPA, volunteering, etc.) if you don't mind telling the people of SDN?

 

[IndigoJoe]

Congratulations Joe. Seriously, man, that's pretty cool. What were your stats (MCAT, GPA, volunteering, etc.) if you don't mind telling the people of SDN?

Thanks so much.

Well... I applied last year and got on the alternate list. I had a 26 MCAT at that point. I retook the MCAT this past summer and got a 33. I think reapplying and showing continued dedication really helped my chances. GPA is 3.7ish or something. I did some nursing home volunteer work for about a year, but the two wonderful women I was visiting died early 2012.... I shamefully stopped helping and visiting after that. Active ACS member. A lot of research experience (probably the reason I even got on the alternate list last year). Shadowed a family doctor for about a semester. I've tutored science at my school for years and was a TA for a genetics lab. Just typical stuff.

I don't think my interview went as well as it could have gone. In fact, it was so rough and obscure I was deeply concerned I may have not gotten in. Thankfully, the remainder of my application pulled me through.

Getting on the alternate list was quite a humbling experience... I'm so glad it worked out this time. From what I know, reapplying applicants have great chances if they stay the course, so (to all who might unfortunately suffer my same fate) don't be discouraged. It can work out very well for you in the long run.

Good luck to you Womperton. I certainly hope we begin medical school together next fall.

-Joe

 

[VikingJT]

Congratulations Joe, I was wondering what you think my chances are of actually getting in this year. Our applications seem similiar, but I have only done 45 hours of shadowing with a family doctor and grew up in a pharmacy, would help deliver medications and stuff like that. Also I'll have a PhD focusing on Cancer research with one first author pub and two secondary author pubs as of application time. My MCAT is only a 27 and I'm from district 4 as well. Any feedback would be appreciated. Of course you can just tell me i'll be fine so i'll be less stressed out about it.

 

[IndigoJoe]

Congratulations Joe, I was wondering what you think my chances are of actually getting in this year. Our applications seem similiar, but I have only done 45 hours of shadowing with a family doctor and grew up in a pharmacy, would help deliver medications and stuff like that. Also I'll have a PhD focusing on Cancer research with one first author pub and two secondary author pubs as of application time. My MCAT is only a 27 and I'm from district 4 as well. Any feedback would be appreciated. Of course you can just tell me i'll be fine so i'll be less stressed out about it.

Wow!

I'm no authority or anything. But with a PhD in Cancer research, I would be surprised if they let you get away. Don't expect anything this month, because of your MCAT, but I would say you have a very strong application.

Also, 45 hours of shadowing is sufficient. Especially with your background in a pharmacy.

Where did you get your PhD? What kind of cancer research were you involved with?

 

[VikingJT]

Wow!

I'm no authority or anything. But with a PhD in Cancer research, I would be surprised if they let you get away. Don't expect anything this month, because of your MCAT, but I would say you have a very strong application.

Also, 45 hours of shadowing is sufficient. Especially with your background in a pharmacy.

Where did you get your PhD? What kind of cancer research were you involved with?

I'll have my PhD from Texas Tech University. The actual degree is in Environmental Toxicology, but my focus has been more on Molecular Toxicology related to prostate cancer. Specifically, exposing prostate epithelial cells to arsenic (environmental risk factor) and 17-betaestradiol (endogenous risk factor) and measureing epigenetic modifications as well as a few other things. I'm familiar with cell culture techniques, various PCR techniques, Western blot, Cell cycle analysis by flow cytometry, DNA methylation analysis by Pyrosequencing. I've done a little fluorescent microscopy, but i'd need more practice to obtain experimentally sound results.

 

[WompyWomperton]

Thanks so much.

Well... I applied last year and got on the alternate list. I had a 26 MCAT at that point. I retook the MCAT this past summer and got a 33. I think reapplying and showing continued dedication really helped my chances. GPA is 3.7ish or something. I did some nursing home volunteer work for about a year, but the two wonderful women I was visiting died early 2012.... I shamefully stopped helping and visiting after that. Active ACS member. A lot of research experience (probably the reason I even got on the alternate list last year). Shadowed a family doctor for about a semester. I've tutored science at my school for years and was a TA for a genetics lab. Just typical stuff.

I don't think my interview went as well as it could have gone. In fact, it was so rough and obscure I was deeply concerned I may have not gotten in. Thankfully, the remainder of my application pulled me through.

Getting on the alternate list was quite a humbling experience... I'm so glad it worked out this time. From what I know, reapplying applicants have great chances if they stay the course, so (to all who might unfortunately suffer my same fate) don't be discouraged. It can work out very well for you in the long run.

Good luck to you Womperton. I certainly hope we begin medical school together next fall.

-Joe

Wow, we actually sounds eerily similar. I was on the alternate list with a 26 MCAT last year and managed to bring it up to the 30s this year. I come from a strong research background too, as I currently work in a research lab and have for the past few years. I got rejected my first time applying though (this is my third year applying). Still crossing my fingers for February!

 

[VikingJT]

Wow, we actually sounds eerily similar. I was on the alternate list with a 26 MCAT last year and managed to bring it up to the 30s this year. I come from a strong research background too, as I currently work in a research lab and have for the past few years as well. I got rejected my first time applying though (this is my third year applying). Still crossing my fingers for February!

What district are you from if you don't mind me asking?

 

[WompyWomperton]

What district are you from if you don't mind me asking?

I'm from the 2nd district, which (from what I've heard) isn't doing me any favors.

 

[VikingJT]

I'm from the 2nd district, which (from what I've heard) isn't doing me any favors.

From what I've read and heard district 2 is the most competitive and district 4 is the least. But it concerned me when Joe said that he got wait listed with a 26 on the mcat and he's pretty much my neighbor. My biggest weaknesses are a 27 on the MCAT and according to a few people on interview committees my lack of exposure to the medical field. They said that I should do more shadowing with different types of doctors instead of just the family doc I did shadow.

 

[WompyWomperton]

From what I've read and heard district 2 is the most competitive and district 4 is the least. But it concerned me when Joe said that he got wait listed with a 26 on the mcat and he's pretty much my neighbor. My biggest weaknesses are a 27 on the MCAT and according to a few people on interview committees my lack of exposure to the medical field. They said that I should do more shadowing with different types of doctors instead of just the family doc I did shadow.

Honestly, talk as we may on SDN, nobody REALLY knows what happens behind closed doors when the 15 admissions committee members sit down and review our applications. I'm just speculating. It looks like you have good things going for you: the PhD, the congressional district, volunteering, etc. It seems as though more and more people are applying to medical school, so the MCAT bar gets set higher and higher. I think 27 is a solid score, but with more people applying, they have a bigger pool to choose from and tend to grab high MCAT applicants. Good luck though, man.

My whole philosophy is that I'm going to keep trying as long as I can (yes, even past 3 years of applying). When you ultimately get rejected two LONG application cycles, it kind of take a toll on you. I had to do a little "soul searching" so to speak, but I know I'm in it for the right reasons. Plus, I'm maturing every year I apply and learning to appreciate things I never used to. What I'm trying to say is, there's no set path for medicine. You don't have to get accepted this year, or the next, or the one after that to reach your ultimate goal. So keep trying if you don't get an acceptance letter this year. I have no idea whether you will or won't, I just wanted to share my thoughts.

 

[TipToad]

I kinda wish admissions at UAMS could be a bit more transparent.

 

[HSUReddie]

Honestly, talk as we may on SDN, nobody REALLY knows what happens behind closed doors when the 15 admissions committee members sit down and review our applications. I'm just speculating. It looks like you have good things going for you: the PhD, the congressional district, volunteering, etc. It seems as though more and more people are applying to medical school, so the MCAT bar gets set higher and higher. I think 27 is a solid score, but with more people applying, they have a bigger pool to choose from and tend to grab high MCAT applicants. Good luck though, man.

My whole philosophy is that I'm going to keep trying as long as I can (yes, even past 3 years of applying). When you ultimately get rejected two LONG application cycles, it kind of take a toll on you. I had to do a little "soul searching" so to speak, but I know I'm in it for the right reasons. Plus, I'm maturing every year I apply and learning to appreciate things I never used to. What I'm trying to say is, there's no set path for medicine. You don't have to get accepted this year, or the next, or the one after that to reach your ultimate goal. So keep trying if you don't get an acceptance letter this year. I have no idea whether you will or won't, I just wanted to share my thoughts.

I needed this. 👍 I just had a rough summer last year and felt like I could do everything... including graduating, moving to NOLA, starting grad school three weeks later, and taking the MCAT. I think my score (26) may have been a product of that. I think my EC's are good - research at my undergrad and ACH, 70 hrs of shadowing, leadership, independently teaching a lab... High undergrad GPA. And I'll be finishing my MSPH in August - a two year degree in a year. District 4 too. But, dang MCAT score stabbed me in the back....👎

But seriously... thanks for sharing your thoughts. It's encouraging, especially on SDN, to not just hear from people who have 4.0 and 38's.

You too IndigoJoe. Thanks!

 

[MJM09]

I kinda wish admissions at UAMS could be a bit more transparent.

Honestly, it's probably more transparent than most, they just have some added factors (thank you 1960s state legislature) that make things a whole lot more complex. If you ever want to know what makes an application competitive in their opinion, or why an application wasn't competitive, they're more than willing to sit down and talk with an applicant about what would have improved their chances.

-Matt

 

[Bamfu]

Honestly, it's probably more transparent than most, they just have some added factors (thank you 1960s state legislature) that make things a whole lot more complex. If you ever want to know what makes an application competitive in their opinion, or why an application wasn't competitive, they're more than willing to sit down and talk with an applicant about what would have improved their chances.

-Matt

I have heard this. I hope I don't have to find out 😳

Freakin' next month needs to hurry up.

Grats Joe!

 

[WompyWomperton]

Honestly, it's probably more transparent than most, they just have some added factors (thank you 1960s state legislature) that make things a whole lot more complex. If you ever want to know what makes an application competitive in their opinion, or why an application wasn't competitive, they're more than willing to sit down and talk with an applicant about what would have improved their chances.

-Matt

I wouldn't know what other schools are like, but I can say with confidence that they do a superb job of making themselves accessible. I sat down with Mr. South and Mrs. Dupuy a few times and they broke down my application with me. In my opinion, I've incorporated their advice as best I can while still doing things that are important to me. I haven't been accepted yet, but if I am, then their advice was spot on.

 

[VikingJT]

Honestly, talk as we may on SDN, nobody REALLY knows what happens behind closed doors when the 15 admissions committee members sit down and review our applications. I'm just speculating. It looks like you have good things going for you: the PhD, the congressional district, volunteering, etc. It seems as though more and more people are applying to medical school, so the MCAT bar gets set higher and higher. I think 27 is a solid score, but with more people applying, they have a bigger pool to choose from and tend to grab high MCAT applicants. Good luck though, man.

My whole philosophy is that I'm going to keep trying as long as I can (yes, even past 3 years of applying). When you ultimately get rejected two LONG application cycles, it kind of take a toll on you. I had to do a little "soul searching" so to speak, but I know I'm in it for the right reasons. Plus, I'm maturing every year I apply and learning to appreciate things I never used to. What I'm trying to say is, there's no set path for medicine. You don't have to get accepted this year, or the next, or the one after that to reach your ultimate goal. So keep trying if you don't get an acceptance letter this year. I have no idea whether you will or won't, I just wanted to share my thoughts.

Thanks for the good advice. If I don't get in this year I guess that just means that things are working out the way they are supposed to. I've got a good friend who will be applying for the 2014 freshman class. It would be great if we could go through med school together.

 

[covertwo]

I understand that the acceptances come in large packets and that rejections are just sent in regular letter envelopes. How do the alternate list letters get packaged? Thanks!

 

[WompyWomperton]

I understand that the acceptances come in large packets and that rejections are just sent in regular letter envelopes. How do the alternate list letters get packaged? Thanks!

Alternate list is in a thick package. I've received both a rejection and an alternate list package. The rejection was very thin, as all they put in it was a letter that said I was not accepted. However, the dimensions of the outer envelope were the same both years (big enough to where the papers inside are not folded). However, they may have changed this since I received a rejection letter two years ago. The only reason for the discrepancy of thickness is that if you're accepted/placed on alternate list, there is other paperwork enclosed that you must fill out.

 

[00011]

I'm an OOS student interested in the rural medicine, but only IS are allowed to apply to the Rural Practice Program Scholarship (different scholarship). I was told that I could apply to the Hick's Scholarship my sophomore year (see description below).

Do any current UAMS students on here know how competitive the Hick's Scholarship is?

Thanks!

Ethel Brickey Hicks Charitable Trust Rural Scholarship: The Hicks Scholarship is offered through a private foundation to rising sophomore, junior, and senior medical students who will commit to practicing in rural communities in Arkansas. The scholarship provides $19,000 per year, and is loosely patterned after the state’s Arkansas Rural Practice Program. Please note that students on the Rural Practice program may only apply to have their scholarship switched from the Rural Practice Program to the Hicks Scholarship if they were accepted into medical school prior to being accepted into the Rural Practice Program. Scholarship Applications specific to this program are provided to the student body each spring by the Financial Aid Office.

 

[VikingJT]

I'm an OOS student interested in the rural medicine, but only IS are allowed to apply to the Rural Practice Program Scholarship (different scholarship). I was told that I could apply to the Hick's Scholarship my sophomore year (see description below).

Do any current UAMS students on here know how competitive the Hick's Scholarship is?

Thanks!

Ethel Brickey Hicks Charitable Trust Rural Scholarship: The Hicks Scholarship is offered through a private foundation to rising sophomore, junior, and senior medical students who will commit to practicing in rural communities in Arkansas. The scholarship provides $19,000 per year, and is loosely patterned after the state’s Arkansas Rural Practice Program. Please note that students on the Rural Practice program may only apply to have their scholarship switched from the Rural Practice Program to the Hicks Scholarship if they were accepted into medical school prior to being accepted into the Rural Practice Program. Scholarship Applications specific to this program are provided to the student body each spring by the Financial Aid Office.

I'm not a UAMS student, but I have a suggestion. This may not work at all but its a possibility. Once you find out your accepted maybe you could move to arkansas right away and get an Arkansas drivers license and just apply to the rural practice program as an Arkansas resident. I've seen people from out of state move to Texas 6 months before school starts and end up paying in state tuition.

 

[PrecordialChump]

Is there a second-look date for UAMS, or do we need to arrange that privately somehow?

 

[sage2013]

I do not believe there is a second look date, but I am sure you could find someone to give you a tour off of the books.

Also, February is finally here! Good luck remaining calm everyone!

 

[HSUReddie]

I'm doing way better at remaining calm lately (reread my last post and, boy, was it whiney)... 😀 Easy to keep calm when there's way more pressing matters... like trying to find a parking spot near school in downtown New Orleans last week that wasn't $50.

Quick question for anyone who is a student or who has applied before... I know that you can ask admissions what was lacking in your application if you're rejected. I think they requested for a friend of mine to schedule an appointment with them and come in last year. Can they do it over the phone though?