2014-2015 Pennsylvania State University Application Thread

[luvtoski]

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Did anyone else NOT complete the post interview survey? Nobody mentioned it during the interview and I literally just saw it... wondering if that hurt my application.

I just interviewed there. Really liked the school. However, I don't remember them saying anything about this...where is the post interview tab for the survey? I can't seem to find it.

 

[Sirphillup]

Same here. At least it's not a rejection?

When did you interview?

 

[luvtoski]

When did you interview?

Two weeks ago.

 

[Sirphillup]

Two weeks ago.

And you already received the hold e-mail? Or did I quote the wrong person?

I interviewed there September 10, so I am wondering if I should have gotten the hold e-mail already if I was not going to be accepted.

Does anyone know if Penn State rejects post-interview?

 

[Sandmeezy]

And you already received the hold e-mail? Or did I quote the wrong person?

I interviewed there September 10, so I am wondering if I should have gotten the hold e-mail already if I was not going to be accepted.

Does anyone know if Penn State rejects post-interview?

Do you have a "Second Look" tab on your portal? Some people who interviewed the first week have noticed it.

 

[Sirphillup]

Do you have a "Second Look" tab on your portal? Some people who interviewed the first week have noticed it.

I do not. All I see is the status tab, which still shows the interview confirmation info. Is the "second look" tab necessarily apparent if accepted?

 

[TxC]

I do not. All I see is the status tab, which still shows the interview confirmation info. Is the "second look" tab necessarily apparent if accepted?

The "second look" tab appeared on either the 15th or 16th for me and I called the school about it recently but was told to "wait a few more days."

 

[Sirphillup]

The "second look" tab appeared on either the 15th or 16th for me and I called the school about it recently but was told to "wait a few more days."

Do you know if they send all status updates post-interview via snail mail?

 

[TxC]

Do you know if they send all status updates post-interview via snail mail?

Based on what I'm reading on SDN it seems like post-interview holds are via email.

Acceptances are sent via postal mail and rejections I am not sure about.

 

[Sirphillup]

Based on what I'm reading on SDN it seems like post-interview holds are via email.

Acceptances are sent via postal mail and rejections I am not sure about.

Thank you for the reply!

 

[stickshifthonda]

Does anyone know if Penn State rejects post-interview?

Looking at last year's thread I think they do.

 

[duckyscrubs37]

II today (my first one)! OOS, Submitted secondary around the first week of October. Good luck to everyone.

stats if you don't mind sharing?

 

[yankeesfan92]

When should I expect to hear back if I interviewed last week. My online portal still shows Interview Scheduled even though it was done. How long does it take usually for that status to change?

 

[TxC]

When should I expect to hear back if I interviewed last week. My online portal still shows Interview Scheduled even though it was done. How long does it take usually for that status to change?

That will not change. I interviewed on September 8th and mine still says that. I just have the "second look" tab now.

 

[NervousNerd]

When should I expect to hear back if I interviewed last week. My online portal still shows Interview Scheduled even though it was done. How long does it take usually for that status to change?

I'm almost at the 6 week from interview mark and still no decision or portal change. Get ready for the ride my friend

 

[Camerla]

When should I expect to hear back if I interviewed last week. My online portal still shows Interview Scheduled even though it was done. How long does it take usually for that status to change?

They said 8-10 weeks at my interview

 

[luvtoski]

And you already received the hold e-mail? Or did I quote the wrong person?

My fault. I answered the wrong question.

 

[luvtoski]

Two weeks ago.

My fault. Sorry to confuse you.

 

[pamtas]

Same here. At least it's not a rejection?

Same.

 

[ash83plus]

Looking at last year's thread I think they do.

Yes. Penn State does reject post interview.

 

[stickshifthonda]

Yes. Penn State does reject post interview.

And do they reject pre-interview? Or is everyone put on hold if not selected for an interview?

 

[Sirphillup]

Yes. Penn State does reject post interview.

Do you know if waitlists/rejections go out via e-mail?

 

[peanutbutterdaisy]

For those who might be curious--I was complete in July and got an II this week (LizzyM is 70ish). I definitely thought I had been passed up long ago...If you're still waiting to hear back, don't lose hope yet!

 

[Awared]

Continue to review status pre interview. Anyone know if this is basically an eventual rejection? I think it is

I got the continue to review last year and was accepted after interviewing

 

[kl0117]

I got the continue to review last year and was accepted after interviewing

When did you finally interview

 

[fatimany]

I also read some people do get IIs after being on "hold/continue to review" but its pretty rare.

 

[ash83plus]

And do they reject pre-interview? Or is everyone put on hold if not selected for an interview?

Do you know if waitlists/rejections go out via e-mail?

Yes. Rejection can happen at any time but you may not get a response until very late.

mail and/or email

 

[Harmand3r]

They do indeed reject pre-interview via e-mail as I found out a few days ago lol. Better luck to everyone else.

 

[ApprehensiveAlice]

That will not change. I interviewed on September 8th and mine still says that. I just have the "second look" tab now.

Interviewed on Sept 8th and also have a "Second Look" tab. For others that have this tab, did you happen to notice the date and year of the Second Look? I didn't initially but yesterday I realized that the second look date on my tab is for entering class of 2014, not 2015. Anyone have the same thing or any thoughts on this?

 

[TxC]

Accepted!!!!!

I got the second look tab last Wed or Thur and got my acceptance in the mail today.

 

[pink/\floyd]

Accepted!!!!!

I got the second look tab last Wed or Thur and got my acceptance in the mail today.

Congrats!!!!

 

[TxC]

Interviewed on Sept 8th and also have a "Second Look" tab. For others that have this tab, did you happen to notice the date and year of the Second Look? I didn't initially but yesterday I realized that the second look date on my tab is for entering class of 2014, not 2015. Anyone have the same thing or any thoughts on this?

I have 2014 as well. I am pretty sure it's no big deal.

 

[giraffesuptop]

For those who might be curious--I was complete in July and got an II this week (LizzyM is 70ish). I definitely thought I had been passed up long ago...If you're still waiting to hear back, don't lose hope yet!

Congrats! What dates are they scheduling for?

 

[Sirphillup]

JUST GOT THE SECOND LOOK!!!! I INTERVIEWED SEP 10!! AHHH!!!!!

 

[adimelon]

anyone who interviews in october hear back yet?

 

[galaxies_3]

anyone who interviews in october hear back yet?

Nope

 

[Ruby109]

Just got the hold email 🙁 They make it sound so hopeful but I feel like its not. Complete 7/30

 

[DoctorLacrosse]

Just got the hold email 🙁 They make it sound so hopeful but I feel like its not. Complete 7/30

+1 ... it was worded like "hey, we'll probably see you later!", when it's probably like "see you never".

 

[ClassyBrass]

I know the application website says only transcript updates can be accepted, but has anyone tried uploading or sent in a normal update?

 

[LouDog1989]

I know the application website says only transcript updates can be accepted, but has anyone tried uploading or sent in a normal update?

I like your style

 

[JingleChips]

Just got a post interview hold email yesterday - not sure what this means in the admission language. Interviewed 9/15

 

[sunflower18]

Just got a post interview hold email yesterday - not sure what this means in the admission language. Interviewed 9/15

Interesting..... I interviewed 9/15 as well and haven't heard anything, nor do I have the "second look" tab. The plot thickens!

 

[three.legged.crow]

I interviewed mid-September (post TxC) and recently signed into the student portal to find the "Second Look" tab. I'm hoping for good news as the school's mission and vision really resonate with my own. I will keep everyone posted.

 

[thebeachisthebest]

Can any current student or person who interviewed already comment on financial aid for OOS students?

 

[pg22aw]

II this morning! Are the interviews more 'getting to know you and your application' or 'ask ethical questions' type?

 

[Breezy22]

II this morning! Are the interviews more 'getting to know you and your application' or 'ask ethical questions' type?

Congrats! When were you complete?

 

[pg22aw]

Congrats! When were you complete?

Complete 8/12

 

[Sirphillup]

II this morning! Are the interviews more 'getting to know you and your application' or 'ask ethical questions' type?

I think it really just depends on your interviewer. I wasn't asked many ethical questions, just some things about the affordable care act.

One of my interviewers asked me a bunch of questions about me and my experiences, but the other simply asked me to ask them questions about the program/Hershey.

Penn state practices a pretty holistic review of applicants, even on interview day. I wouldn't expect to be bombarded with difficult ethical questions. Everyone there was extremely nice. This was definitely one of the places at which I interviewed where the "be yourself and relax" advice was actually applicable.

 

[TxC]

II this morning! Are the interviews more 'getting to know you and your application' or 'ask ethical questions' type?

Personally I didn't get ethics questions; no ACA questions either.

I think Penn State really tries to get to know you well from the interviews.

Overall, very relaxed interview day. Everyone is super friendly. Have fun & good luck!

 

[tealstar]

I just interviewed here and I really loved it! Very low key and everyone was super friendly. Can any current students comment on how many sites you rotate through? If you choose the Hershey campus, how many sites do you rotate through or is it just all at Hershey? How far are the sites and do you usually rent a place nearby while rotating there? What are the pros/cons of choosing the Hershey site vs University Park? Thanks!