2012-2013 University of Cincinnati Application Thread

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coquito said:
I wrote one to the dean since we had the MMI format and often didn't know the interviewer's full names. I also felt particularly grateful for his explanation of the admissions process. I was raised to say thank you when someone took the time out of their day to do something for me.

I hope that this is not an "annoying trait," also. If they don't want it, they can throw it away without reading it. I've been working out here in the "real world" for years 🙂 and thank you notes are pretty standard practice between polite professionals.
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That's how I feel. I wasn't planning on writing one to Cinci, only because we did not know the interviewers. Good idea to send a general one to the dean.

I don't think it will have an effect on admissions. I do think that if I were an interviewer and received one from a student who ended up attending, and I found myself interacting with him/her, I would already have an impression of that student as being polite and well-mannered. That's probably personal, though. I am very much old-school about manners. 🙂

torredchally said:
I interviewed here today. holy crap, this place is amazing.
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Agreed!
 
Anyone know if we can expect some standard interview questions thrown into the MMI?
 
ilikevegetables said:
Anyone know if we can expect some standard interview questions thrown into the MMI?
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On my interview day (Sept 21) we had scenarios only, no standard interview questions....but I'm not sure if they use the same ones every time or switch it up a bit.

You have a lot of time before the MMI starts to ask the dean whatever you want though, so you might be able to ask him that and at least mentally prepare yourself before it starts.
 
foster033 said:
On my interview day (Sept 21) we had scenarios only, no standard interview questions....but I'm not sure if they use the same ones every time or switch it up a bit.

You have a lot of time before the MMI starts to ask the dean whatever you want though, so you might be able to ask him that and at least mentally prepare yourself before it starts.
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Would you mind sharing some examples?

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I think places ask that you don't share MMI examples, no? If you knew the scenario going in, that defeats the purpose of the MMI.
 
MedPR said:
Would you mind sharing some examples?

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While they didn't specifically say not to share the questions, I don't think you're supposed to. Besides, I honestly can't remember all of them and it probably wouldn't help you out too much anyway. You say what you want to say about the prompt, but that never takes up the whole time and your rater will undoubtedly ask you follow up questions. I will say that there were some questions about public health policy, nothing too specific just your opinion of certain policies that might be implemented on a national or local level. There was at least one ethical type dilemma and one dealing with cultural issues. Most of the scenarios were questions or at least variations of questions I had seen just by searching for MMI sample questions. We did have one acting scenario and while we did not have a group scenario on our day I think that sometimes they do happen.

I honestly wouldn't try to prepare too much for a specific question. Know what your opinions/beliefs are and stick to them when you answer. It's not so much about the position that you take, but more about defending that position and presenting it in a rational and logically consistent manner.
 
ilikevegetables said:
Anyone know if we can expect some standard interview questions thrown into the MMI?
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I agree with the previous poster in terms of question types (although we did have a group one on my interview day, and it was actually my favorite station).

To answer your question specifically, I did have 1 interviewer kind of break from the scenario at the end and ask me a question or two about my future plans. I think it was just for the interviewer's interest, however; they don't report that kind of info back.

Again, it's nothing for which you can prepare. I also don't think there is a "right" answer to any of the questions. The interviewers are very helpful, and will even encourage you to think differently about a scenario, so there is never uncomfortable silence or time for nervousness.

It's a nice break from talking about yourself. On the other hand, you don't get to try and convince them how awesome you are. 😛
 
foster033 said:
While they didn't specifically say not to share the questions, I don't think you're supposed to. Besides, I honestly can't remember all of them and it probably wouldn't help you out too much anyway. You say what you want to say about the prompt, but that never takes up the whole time and your rater will undoubtedly ask you follow up questions. I will say that there were some questions about public health policy, nothing too specific just your opinion of certain policies that might be implemented on a national or local level. There was at least one ethical type dilemma and one dealing with cultural issues. Most of the scenarios were questions or at least variations of questions I had seen just by searching for MMI sample questions. We did have one acting scenario and while we did not have a group scenario on our day I think that sometimes they do happen.

I honestly wouldn't try to prepare too much for a specific question. Know what your opinions/beliefs are and stick to them when you answer. It's not so much about the position that you take, but more about defending that position and presenting it in a rational and logically consistent manner.
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Oh, when you said it was all scenarios I thought you meant it was all acting scenarios. That's what I'm worried/scared/most nervous about.
 
Does the Cincinnatti Secondary Notification come through email, or how does it work with the MedPortal login that I set up when I added this school on amcas. Perhaps it will take a little till I can fill out the secondary?
 
Joshturnerfan said:
Does the Cincinnatti Secondary Notification come through email, or how does it work with the MedPortal login that I set up when I added this school on amcas. Perhaps it will take a little till I can fill out the secondary?
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My email notification to fill out the secondary came the day after I added the school to AMCAS
 
MedPR said:
Oh, when you said it was all scenarios I thought you meant it was all acting scenarios. That's what I'm worried/scared/most nervous about.
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You don't have to be worried about this. (I do agree that it sounds the scariest.) It's just like interacting with another person (as opposed to talking about interacting with someone in that situation). I think if my friend tried to do a scenario like that with me, I would have a hard time taking it seriously and being "in character." Remember that you have never seen these people before, so for all you know, they aren't even acting! You are just responding to a situation.
 
Joshturnerfan said:
Does the Cincinnatti Secondary Notification come through email, or how does it work with the MedPortal login that I set up when I added this school on amcas. Perhaps it will take a little till I can fill out the secondary?
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FYI, there is no actual secondary. You pay $25 and that's that.

However, if you are offered an II, they have follow-up questions that you must answer to confirm your invitation.
 
IncognitoGuy said:
FYI, there is no actual secondary. You pay $25 and that's that.

However, if you are offered an II, they have follow-up questions that you must answer to confirm your invitation.
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What are the follow-up questions?
 
pbjj1 said:
What are the follow-up questions?
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Discuss science grades lower than a “B”, semesters or years where your science GPA was lower than your average GPA, withdrawn (“W”) courses, and unusual course selections or changes in major.
Please limit your responses to 750 characters

Discuss how you prepared for your first MCAT exam. If you have taken the MCAT multiple times, provide a preparation outline for each attempt. If you are planning to take the MCAT again after submitting the UC On-Line Secondary Application, outline how you will prepare.
Please limit your responses to 750 characters

Research
Discuss your level of participation and contribution towards any research work you have completed; describe how you located and obtained the research position.Please limit your responses to 750 characters

Work or Other Experience
Outline your work experience by year and semester, including number of hours. If you were involved in any pursuit that took up a large amount of time (examples include, but are not limited to, athletics, orchestra, student government, etc.), outline it by year and semester, including number of hours. Do not include work or other activities stated on your AMCAS application.
Please limit your responses to 750 characters

Additional Information
If there is additional information you would like to relate to the Admissions Committee during the review of your application materials, please include it here:
Please limit your responses to 750 characters
 
craftyconqueror said:
You don't have to be worried about this. (I do agree that it sounds the scariest.) It's just like interacting with another person (as opposed to talking about interacting with someone in that situation). I think if my friend tried to do a scenario like that with me, I would have a hard time taking it seriously and being "in character." Remember that you have never seen these people before, so for all you know, they aren't even acting! You are just responding to a situation.
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Cool, thanks for the advice. Im excited for Cincinnati, but I am dreading the drive there.

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anyone who interviewed on 9/21 hear anything? I was really hoping to find out today.... looks like another long day glued to my phone/computer again tomorrow :bang:
 
Researching the school right now and I really can't find anything that sets it apart. Can any current students or others in the know shed some light? Thank you!

Edit: Looking at the list of specialty clerkships for third year. Do they give you time to do electives (e.g these specialty clerkships) at all? If yes, how much time? I can't find an actual schedule or anything that gives the number of weeks each rotation is.

Edit 2: Nvm, found it. http://med.uc.edu/MedicalStudentEducation/StudentCurriculum/AcademicCalendar/AcademicCalendarY3.aspx
Am I interpreting this right?

IM: 8 weeks
Peds: 8 weeks
Surgery (general only?): 8 weeks
OBGYN: 8 weeks
Psych: 6 weeks
FM: 4 weeks
Specialty: 2 weeks

So do M3's only get to do one Specialty Clerkship?
 
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SunnySideUp23 said:
anyone who interviewed on 9/21 hear anything? I was really hoping to find out today.... looks like another long day glued to my phone/computer again tomorrow :bang:
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I'm in the same boat... Wish that they would have just told us October 16. I already had a celebration/consolation night planned with my sister. Guess it's another nerve-wracking day of obsessive status-checking 🙁
 
SunnySideUp23 said:
anyone who interviewed on 9/21 hear anything? I was really hoping to find out today.... looks like another long day glued to my phone/computer again tomorrow :bang:
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I interviewed on 10/5 and they said I might here back today. I know how you feel!
 
SunnySideUp23 said:
anyone who interviewed on 9/21 hear anything? I was really hoping to find out today.... looks like another long day glued to my phone/computer again tomorrow :bang:
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coquito said:
I'm in the same boat... Wish that they would have just told us October 16. I already had a celebration/consolation night planned with my sister. Guess it's another nerve-wracking day of obsessive status-checking 🙁
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I was really hoping it would be today, too. The waiting is so much worse....I hate knowing it can be any minute now. I know they are going to email us when they are up, but I still checked my status about a dozen times today, just in case... Although I'm almost to the point where I'm not sure I want to know...at least that way I can still have the possibility of an acceptance instead of the wait list I'm probably gonna get.
 
coquito said:
I'm in the same boat... Wish that they would have just told us October 16. I already had a celebration/consolation night planned with my sister. Guess it's another nerve-wracking day of obsessive status-checking 🙁
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Me too! 🙂
 
Just out of curiosity, is anyone flying out of Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport after the 10/17 interview and want to split a cab? Looks to be about 17 miles or about a half hour drive.
 
Anyone else check their status page today? any changes yet?
 
Does anyone know the general "in area" email etiquette?
When/If it is ok to send them?

I'm going to be "in the area" when I go home for Christmas this year, but I dunno if its too early to send an email to let them know, or if its even worth it.

Thoughts? Cinci is one of my top OOS choices. I spent a summer there doing research and LOVED it.
 
LawtoMed said:
I just checked - no change
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I didn't get an email yet but have an alternate list status on my page, also still have the no decision has been made...I was fully expecting to get waitlisted but still pretty bummed about it
 
Sorry to hear about the waitlist 🙁 - I still have no change to my page.
 
Alternate listed as well... sighh. I never received an email though and below it says no final decision has been made.
 
AMR1 said:
Alternate listed as well... sighh. I never received an email though and below it says no final decision has been made.
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same for me...like I said, I was expecting it b/c my grades are terrible and I'm not really sure how I got an interview this early in the first place, but still holding out a little bit of hope until I get the official email.

I am a little confused by the wording though. It makes it seem like they will continue to review our application throughout the season whereas I thought there was no change in the alternate list until after May 15.
 
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Interviewed 10/5. Alternate listed. Great. Got a deferral at OSU and now this. I guess I had better start preparing my PhD applications.🙁
 
I know, they make it seem like our status really hasn't changed and are still deciding. I am trying to hope for that email but I know it's probably not gonna change anything... oh well. Still early I suppose.
 
has anyone who interviewed on 9/21 heard anything yet? they said we should hear by 10/15 but that hasn't happened, so i'm a little confused...
 
iceprincess4189 said:
has anyone who interviewed on 9/21 heard anything yet? they said we should hear by 10/15 but that hasn't happened, so i'm a little confused...
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Same... I interviewed on 9/14 and from what they said I thought that we would definitely receive a decision one way or another on 10/15 but I don't see any changes on my status page. It just says that no decision has been reached.
 
kathmd said:
Same... I interviewed on 9/14 and from what they said I thought that we would definitely receive a decision one way or another on 10/15 but I don't see any changes on my status page. It just says that no decision has been reached.
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I don't even have that, but maybe I am looking in the wrong place. Interviewed 9/21 and my page still seems to think I can cancel my interview or choose a later one. Zero info on my status

Sorry, my mistake. The information is in the little paragraph below it

Your interview is complete. No final decision has been reached. Please remember at certain times of the season, the Admissions Committee may take up to 8 weeks to reach a decision. The decision shows on your status page as soon as it is made available from the Committee. Thank you for your patience.
 
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I interviewed on 9/21 and I remember the dean saying we would hear by 5pm today.
 
LONeil said:
Just out of curiosity, is anyone flying out of Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport after the 10/17 interview and want to split a cab? Looks to be about 17 miles or about a half hour drive.
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Is that the CVG airport? I wouldn't mind splitting one - when's your flight?
 
Accepted! No e-mail but my status change on the website reflects it!!

Interviewed 9/21 (morning group)
 
LawtoMed said:
Accepted! No e-mail but my status change on the website reflects it!!

Interviewed 9/21 (morning group)
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Congrats! I just got the official email of the status change at 2:46 but it had been up on the website for probably 3 hours or so.
 
Accepted! First acceptance...:soexcited:

Interviewed 9/21, morning.
 
Accepted! Interviewed 10/5, OOS. Loved the school so I'm pretty stoked.
 
Interviewed 10/5 and was told 3 weeks until a decision for our group, but I just received a status update email.

Alternate list. 🙁 Quite disappointed - this school shot to the top of my list when I interviewed. Great program, so congrats to all those accepted!

IIRC, they said an email would be sent in April to see if we were still interested in staying on the Alternate List. It would be after that point that they would further consider our application.
 
iceprincess4189 said:
there's a shuttle at the airport thats a lot cheaper than the taxis!
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I'm looking at going from UC to CVG and not the other way around. Where could I find out information about when the shuttle leaves campus for the airport?
 
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