2014-2015 Drexel University Application Thread

[courtnes]

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I can't find anything on previous threads about Drexel's scholarship situation. Can any current students shed some light on Drexel's propensity to give out scholarships?

There is not a ton of scholarship money at Drexel, it's one of the main things they are working on. My year, each member of the class got at least something, from $500-10,000, based on need for first year.

 

[tomz1385]

I can't find anything on previous threads about Drexel's scholarship situation. Can any current students shed some light on Drexel's propensity to give out scholarships?

They will look at individual accepted students later in the year to give scholarships. Some of the the scholarships this year are substantial (A few of them last year were 25k/year and it is probably being raised this year). They'll figure it out later in the year though, so there isn't anything concrete yet.

 

[wellcutcookies]

how long does it usually take for them to come to a decision after your interview? i just interviewed recently

 

[MrLogan13]

how long does it usually take for them to come to a decision after your interview? i just interviewed recently

The portal says 8-12 weeks. It might be faster (my decision took 7 weeks).

 

[courtnes]

The portal says 8-12 weeks. It might be faster (my decision took 7 weeks).

Things can take the full 8-12 once you get into the holiday season.

 

[AllThatRacket]

Accepted!!! Wanted to update people with that information since I mentioned that I got the MD/MPH request to view my application.

 

[reapplicanthelpme2014]

"is complete and will be reviewed" since early September. Brb, throwing myself down the steps.

 

[kjj17]

"is complete and will be reviewed" since early September. Brb, throwing myself down the steps.

get in line behind late August

 

[Vivalarevolution]

get in line behind late August

*cough* mid August

 

[MrLogan13]

Accepted!!! Wanted to update people with that information since I mentioned that I got the MD/MPH request to view my application.

Congratulations!

 

[danerino]

Accepted this morning. I live in the West so if other distant applicants think their letter is lost in the mail, it just takes a good while. I too received a "decision" status on Oct 30. Good luck to everyone still waiting and congrats to all who've received good news.

 

[MrLogan13]

I'm wondering why the letter takes a week or so to make it to its destination. Is it being sent first class mail or some other commercial class?

 

[miszfifi820]

I'm wondering why the letter takes a week or so to make it to its destination. Is it being sent first class mail or some other commercial class?

lmaoo i thought 5-7 business days was the standard mail delivery time, unless its same state?

 

[realhumanbean]

Interviewed first few interview dates, "committee has reached a decision" status mid- to late-October, accepted by postal mail a few days ago. OOS GPA 3.85+/MCAT 30+

@BrushedCorn
the first date you could interview was 9/15 😉

 

[oogachaka]

Accepted after getting the "committee has reached a decision" status last week! Interviewed in mid-September 🙂

 

[schiffbased]

what does the "hold" message read

 

[Dajaleymon Kiwi]

Got the 'decision' status yesterday. The long wait for the postman begins :3

 

[thereceivr]

Anyone who has interviewed here for any suggestions for nearby hotels within walking distance of the school?

 

[maccu5000]

@tomz1385 and other Drexel affiliates--do you know what percentage of students who interview in late Feb-April are accepted here? The adcom receptionist said they interview into April.

 

[BrushedCorn]

Interviewed first few interview dates, "committee has reached a decision" status mid- to late-October, accepted by postal mail a few days ago. OOS GPA 3.85+/MCAT 30+

@BrushedCorn
the first date you could interview was 9/15 😉

yes yes! my mistake, 9/15 was my interview. good catch, amigo 😉

 

[TxC]

Anyone who has interviewed here for any suggestions for nearby hotels within walking distance of the school?

There are none within walking distance I'm pretty sure.

I stayed at a hotel on City Avenue when I interviewed there.

 

[MrLogan13]

There are none within walking distance I'm pretty sure.

I stayed at a hotel on City Avenue when I interviewed there.

Accredited Bed and Breakfast is wishing walking distance, but they provide a free ride to your interview.

 

[courtnes]

@tomz1385 and other Drexel affiliates--do you know what percentage of students who interview in late Feb-April are accepted here? The adcom receptionist said they interview into April.

Given the size of our class, I'd say your chances really are even if you interview at the beginning of the year vs at the end of the year. Just go in there and give it your best.

 

[tybuchanan]

Interview invite sometime recently; just saw it today. IS, LizzyM >72 and I was complete around 9/22. Good luck, everyone!

EDIT: I chose this Wednesday as my interview date (11/12). I'm hoping to see a few of you there.

 

[ManjuEm]

Anyone interviewing this Thursday?Maybe I'll run into you 🙂

 

[TCACycle22]

"Your file is currently under review by a member of the admissions committee and will be sent to committee shortly. No decision has yet been made regarding your admission status to Drexel University."

Roughly a month after my interview! Getting excited to find out! Roughly how long have previous applicants stayed on this stage?

 

[Zelda840]

I was on that stage from right after my interview (9/24) until today. Now it says "Your file is currently under review by the admissions committee. No decision has yet been made regarding your admission status to Drexel of University." I think it just depends on how long it takes your interviewer to get their info in.

 

[singergirl18]

Interviewed 10/8. Status changed last week. Accepted today!

 

[AromaticOreo]

Accepted today 🙂!!! Interviewed early October!

 

[MrLogan13]

Accepted!!!!!!!

 

[Rumor13]

II today! No email (weird IMO), just checked the portal. Complete 9/22.

 

[MrLogan13]

This was my reaction after I had read my acceptance letter:

 

[tomz1385]

@tomz1385 and other Drexel affiliates--do you know what percentage of students who interview in late Feb-April are accepted here? The adcom receptionist said they interview into April.

There are a good amount of people. Most of the Drexel post-bacc programs/some linkage programs to Drexel typically interview in Jan/Feb or later. So it probably skews the numbers. But I do know lots of people that interviewed in March / April that matriculated. Like Courtnes said - just come and do your best. Continue to do things while you wait around since it will help you with other schools or your application here in the future if you are waiting for an interview. If you get an interview here, it means you have a good shot.

 

[ninja1008]

Does anyone happen to know when any wait list movement typically begins? I have heard that it can happen at any time, as is the case with some schools, but I have also heard March and afterwards is the norm at Drexel? Do any of you current students know what the trend is?

Also congrats to those of you who were accepted!!!

 

[proteinpancakesyum]

Accepted today! Interviewed Oct. 17th! Status changed last Monday and acceptance letter exactly one week later! CONGRATS TO THE ENTERING 2019 CLASS! Excited to meet everyone who is matriculating here! 🙂

 

[Toastayy]

Congrats to everyone being accepted. Anyone interviewed late September haven't heard anything yet? Still no status change for me

 

[medquestions2014]

"Your file is currently under review by a member of the admissions committee and will be sent to committee shortly. No decision has yet been made regarding your admission status to Drexel University."

Roughly a month after my interview! Getting excited to find out! Roughly how long have previous applicants stayed on this stage?

mine still says this and my interview was about a month and a half ago. definitely think it just depends

 

[waazaaa]

II !!!!!! APOIWEJFPIAWJEFPIOAJWPEIFJ
SO EXCITED.

Oh, and complete 10/18

 

[hoihaie]

Does drexel take In-the-area email?

 

[PreMed9242]

II today! No email (weird IMO), just checked the portal. Complete 9/22.

Complete date?

 

[MrMe123]

Complete date?

Rumor has it he was complete 9/22

 

[Toastayy]

Rumor has it he was complete 9/22

Lol nice one

 

[ShabbaRanks]

So about those late August apps.....

 

[medlax]

Complete date?

What were your stats if you don't mind me asking..

 

[Rumor13]

What were your stats if you don't mind me asking..

Are you asking me? Or PreMed9242?

 

[Marindagrace]

So about those late August apps.....

Seriously, been complete since 8/29 and still haven't been reviewed.

 

[kjj17]

Seriously, been complete since 8/29 and still haven't been reviewed.

+1, ~8/25 (closer to 8/20 on portal, email a few days later)

 

[chemnurd]

II seen yesterday! They didn't send an email so who knows when I actually received it! Complete 9/12

 

[MrLogan13]

II seen yesterday! They didn't send an email so who knows when I actually received it! Complete 9/12

The email usually goes out about 1-1.5 weeks after the web portal updates with your II.

 

[blazecl]

Interview on 10/23, changed today to: Your file is currently under review by the admissions committee. No decision has yet been made regarding your admission status to Drexel of University. Seems like lot of difference in how this works. Best of luck all!