2012-2013 University of Cincinnati Application Thread

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BeancheBlanco said:
Of course it's logical and all applicants should be aware of the policy, but it seems unfair to reject someone based on such a small and seemingly insignificant mistake. Anyways, let's not derail the Cinci thread 🙂
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It also seems unfair that schools say "anything below a C" is unacceptable even though only some undergrads have +/- and therefore students who get 70% and a C are better off than a student who gets a 70% and a C-. Lots of things are unfair, but that's how they are.

I actually calculated my GPA without the +/- and it would be a 3.49 instead of a 3.14.
 
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MedPR said:
It also seems unfair that schools say "anything below a C" is unacceptable even though only some undergrads have +/- and therefore students who get 70% and a C are better off than a student who gets a 70% and a C-. Lots of things are unfair, but that's how they are.

I actually calculated my GPA without the +/- and it would be a 3.49 instead of a 3.14.
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I know I'm contributing to derailing this thread, but wouldnt you agree that even though it's not fair that if you get a 70% in a +/- system and get a C- while someone who gets a 70% in a non +/- system gets a C, isn't that evened out because while someone in a non +/- system with a 78% gets a C, you would get a C+? They don't even have the opportunity to get a C+.
 
weezynation said:
I know I'm contributing to derailing this thread, but wouldnt you agree that even though it's not fair that if you get a 70% in a +/- system and get a C- while someone who gets a 70% in a non +/- system gets a C, isn't that evened out because while someone in a non +/- system with a 78% gets a C, you would get a C+? They don't even have the opportunity to get a C+.
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I agree with you. I don't have a problem with +/- except for the fact that every medical school that has a pre-req grade requirement is "C or better" and not "C- or better." Obviously we shouldn't be getting C's in the first place, but do you see my point? That if you got a 70% and your school doesn't have +/-, you still meet minimum requirements even though my 70% doesn't (because my school had +/-).

Edit: I'm also biased because I've always been on the minus end. I had quite a few A-, a couple of C-, and not a single B+ or C+.
 
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MedPR said:
I agree with you. I don't have a problem with +/- except for the fact that every medical school that has a pre-req grade requirement is "C or better" and not "C- or better." Obviously we shouldn't be getting C's in the first place, but do you see my point? That if you got a 70% and your school doesn't have +/-, you still meet minimum requirements even though my 70% doesn't (because my school had +/-).

Edit: I'm also biased because I've always been on the minus end. I had quite a few A-, a couple of C-, and not a single B+ or C+.
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Yeah I see your point that is true. It kinda sucks for the cutoff.
 
When I go to "Begin New Application" there is a dropdown menu that doesn't give me any options of programs to apply to. Whats up?
 
Is there a way to check if we are complete?

Edit: Nevermind, found it.
 
stoutt said:
When I go to "Begin New Application" there is a dropdown menu that doesn't give me any options of programs to apply to. Whats up?
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had this same exact issue. Apparently we incorrectly typed in our social/birthdays [so that it did not match up to what you entered in AMCAS] so now you have to call/email them and tell them so they can reset your account. I emailed them today and they told me to check back on the app next wednesday...
 
stoutt said:
When I go to "Begin New Application" there is a dropdown menu that doesn't give me any options of programs to apply to. Whats up?
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zheng said:
had this same exact issue. Apparently we incorrectly typed in our social/birthdays [so that it did not match up to what you entered in AMCAS] so now you have to call/email them and tell them so they can reset your account. I emailed them today and they told me to check back on the app next wednesday...
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I was having the same problem, but it fixed itself..
 
Best secondary ever. Regardless of what happens next, at least the secondary didn't cause me any pain.
 
MedPR said:
I don't get how people can miss the part about speeding tickets. You have to check the box before you can submit..
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Yes, it sounds dumb, but the way it was written threw me. I didn't plead anything, just paid my tickets and moved on. Didn't realize until reading this thread....

IRASNA said:
I called this morning regarding the speeding tickets. They said just email admissions ([email protected]) about it and they'll fix it on your file for you.
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Thanks! I missed their call-back and my message just said to call them. I of course got the message 20 minutes after the end of the workday today.

lyingahull said:
Is anyone having trouble remembering their speeding tickets? I, honest to god, cannot remember any tickets past the one I got when I was 16. I've had several background checks recently and nothing has shown up--but does the average background check show moving violations?

Do the med schools use some kind of amped-up background check?

UC--Secondary #1.
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I am also wondering how to find this info. I know my last one was 5 or 6 years ago, but I've had 20 years to rack them up and know I've had a few more.
 
craftyconqueror said:
I am also wondering how to find this info. I know my last one was 5 or 6 years ago, but I've had 20 years to rack them up and know I've had a few more.
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I couldn't remember all my tickets either and they're no longer on my DMV record. Admissions said that the background checks will show moving violations and it raises questions when there are discrepancies between what you report and what they find, so just be as honest as you can.

I ended up searching different courts online by my license number and just guessed on the remaining ones that I know I've gotten.
 
ladymich said:
I couldn't remember all my tickets either and they're no longer on my DMV record. Admissions said that the background checks will show moving violations and it raises questions when there are discrepancies between what you report and what they find, so just be as honest as you can.

I ended up searching different courts online by my license number and just guessed on the remaining ones that I know I've gotten.
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I entered speeding tickets and all other moving violations that I could remember. I didn't include parking tickets, but I did include red light camera tickets (turning right on red @ no-right-on-red intersection).
 
ladymich said:
I couldn't remember all my tickets either and they're no longer on my DMV record. Admissions said that the background checks will show moving violations and it raises questions when there are discrepancies between what you report and what they find, so just be as honest as you can.

I ended up searching different courts online by my license number and just guessed on the remaining ones that I know I've gotten.
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I'll have to figure out how to do that. Thanks!
 
Ok this is a stupid question but when it asks to list any "moving traffic violations", I know that includes speeding tickets, but does it also include rear-ending another vehicle? I was late to my physics class last summer and didn't realize the car in front of me was stopping all the way so I ended up hitting them. No police were involved. Thanks!
 
portlandpixie said:
Ok this is a stupid question but when it asks to list any "moving traffic violations", I know that includes speeding tickets, but does it also include rear-ending another vehicle? I was late to my physics class last summer and didn't realize the car in front of me was stopping all the way so I ended up hitting them. No police were involved. Thanks!
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go away troll
 
dmf2682 said:
Its a valid question, sometimes people just exchange insurance info and go their merry ways. Especially if they're in a rush.

Pixie, I'd say you're fine. If the record is on your insurance but no citation was issued you're fine. Good luck!
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I am sorry, but I disagree on the validity of that question.
 
Just to add something, i emailed admissions yesterday about a question i had regarding the secondary and the "completeness" of my application and they said they do not review any secondaries until the middle of August.

Just though i'd let you know!
Kelly
 
Hey i'm not sure if anyone already answered this, but I also received the email for the secondary app. before having my AMCAS verified, and I called the UC COM and they said you can turn it in whenever. In other words, you don't have to wait until AMCAS is verified
 
I am looking for answer to a question about OOS tuition. University of Cincinnati med school is public and charges OOS student about double of in-state students. I learnt that in Ohio State University OOS student can pay in-state tuition in year 2 to 4. Is there a same policy in University of Cincinnati med school? Thanks.
 
hey all,

i was wondering how many letters of rec people were submitting to uc? it says you can submit 3 to 8. is 8 overkill?
 
ennn said:
hey all,

i was wondering how many letters of rec people were submitting to uc? it says you can submit 3 to 8. is 8 overkill?
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I sent 6.
 
I have a question. It asks about moving traffic violations. Years ago (maybe 4-5 years?) I got a speeding ticket but it was cleared from my record because I took a class. Is this something I need to include?


Essay Questions - Please answer the below questions ONLY IF you select 'YES' as answer for any of the questions above.

* Have you been convicted of or pled guilty or no contest to, any moving traffic violations (moving violations includes speeding tickets)? If yes, please explain fully below.
Note: Your response is limited to 750 characters.
 
Also for people taking a Gap Year:
* If you are NOT currently enrolled in a degree granting program, please briefly describe your major activities not listed on AMCAS.
Note: Your response is limited to 1000 characters.
 
HurricaneKatt said:
I have a question. It asks about moving traffic violations. Years ago (maybe 4-5 years?) I got a speeding ticket but it was cleared from my record because I took a class. Is this something I need to include?


Essay Questions - Please answer the below questions ONLY IF you select 'YES' as answer for any of the questions above.

* Have you been convicted of or pled guilty or no contest to, any moving traffic violations (moving violations includes speeding tickets)? If yes, please explain fully below.
Note: Your response is limited to 750 characters.
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It seems to indicate needing to go to court? I didn't go to court, so I didn't "plead" anything, and I wasn't "convicted" of anything...I took a defensive driving course and the ticket was wiped from existence...
 
Put the ticket on there and leave it at that.
 
HurricaneKatt said:
It seems to indicate needing to go to court? I didn't go to court, so I didn't "plead" anything, and I wasn't "convicted" of anything...I took a defensive driving course and the ticket was wiped from existence...
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That's what I thought at first. As it turns out, this is something that DOES need to go on there. I found this out after submitting and had to send an explanation via PDF.
 
The only thing holding back my application is this moving violation question. How is everyone finding this out? I believe I have 1 or 2 speeding tickets and a few headlight tickets since getting behind the wheel but I can't say for sure nor do I know the date. I thought I read above that people are going to police stations to get this info but that's been entirely unsuccessful for me. Do I really have to make the journey to the not so local DMV and pay $40 for this info?
 
azide10 said:
The only thing holding back my application is this moving violation question. How is everyone finding this out? I believe I have 1 or 2 speeding tickets and a few headlight tickets since getting behind the wheel but I can't say for sure nor do I know the date. I thought I read above that people are going to police stations to get this info but that's been entirely unsuccessful for me. Do I really have to make the journey to the not so local DMV and pay $40 for this info?
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I just put the year I got mine. If you can't remember the year, then put it chronologically with general regions in time (i.e. in college, I got blank and blank).

If you can't remember whether you got one or two speeding tickets, then peace be upon you, try and stay off the streets.
 
Hey, good luck everyone with applying to UC this year. I am an M2 and will occasionally check this thread to answer any questions about UC, the new curriculum, Cincinnati, etc. that people may have.

sxnhe said:
I am looking for answer to a question about OOS tuition. University of Cincinnati med school is public and charges OOS student about double of in-state students. I learnt that in Ohio State University OOS student can pay in-state tuition in year 2 to 4. Is there a same policy in University of Cincinnati med school? Thanks.
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Yes. It is a statewide policy for all state schools. Be aware that you must have some form on employment in Ohio over the summer of your first year to qualify for state residency starting in year 2.

Also, UC allows you to pay instate+$200ish by living in Northern Kentucky for all 4 years as long as you move your residency to Kentucky (no 1 year wait period).

HurricaneKatt said:
I have a question. It asks about moving traffic violations. Years ago (maybe 4-5 years?) I got a speeding ticket but it was cleared from my record because I took a class. Is this something I need to include?

Essay Questions - Please answer the below questions ONLY IF you select 'YES' as answer for any of the questions above.

* Have you been convicted of or pled guilty or no contest to, any moving traffic violations (moving violations includes speeding tickets)? If yes, please explain fully below.
Note: Your response is limited to 750 characters.
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azide10 said:
The only thing holding back my application is this moving violation question. How is everyone finding this out? I believe I have 1 or 2 speeding tickets and a few headlight tickets since getting behind the wheel but I can't say for sure nor do I know the date. I thought I read above that people are going to police stations to get this info but that's been entirely unsuccessful for me. Do I really have to make the journey to the not so local DMV and pay $40 for this info?
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They are looking for patterns of wrecklessness. If you have one or two tickets in the 8 years you've been driving, list them to the best you remember them and don't worry about it. Its not going to affect you. Also, if you pay the fine, then you have pled either guilty or no contest which means that it needs to list it.
 
Not sure if this information has been mentioned before, but speeding tickets in Ohio are misdemeanor offenses and show up on a background check....this is why the question is on most Ohio school secondaries.
 
Sounds like an easy secondary. What if you've graduated already and don't have any major activities to really talk about other than activities listed on your AMCAS app ? what else can u discuss and is it bad to talk about activities already listed on your AMCAS app? thanks
 
foster033 said:
Not sure if this information has been mentioned before, but speeding tickets in Ohio are misdemeanor offenses and show up on a background check....this is why the question is on most Ohio school secondaries.
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All speeding tickets?? That's pretty ridiculous. In most states, it's only a MD if it's like 20+ mph over the limit.
 
Did anyone submit this secondary but their status still says incomplete? My LORs are already up on AMCAS?
Thanks
 
Apparently we have to write essays if we get an interview invite, not really feeling this school so I might withdraw if I get an II. Honestly just put this school down cuz of the low fee and easy secondary
 
AllDay24 said:
Apparently we have to write essays if we get an interview invite, not really feeling this school so I might withdraw if I get an II. Honestly just put this school down cuz of the low fee and easy secondary
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Cheap and easy was why I applied in the first place. To each his own!
 
prindlks said:
Just to add something, i emailed admissions yesterday about a question i had regarding the secondary and the "completeness" of my application and they said they do not review any secondaries until the middle of August.

Just though i'd let you know!
Kelly
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arabwolverine13 said:
Nothing yet. I think someone mentioned they don't even start reviewing apps until mid-august?
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Check out this guy's memory 👍
 
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