2014-2015 SUNY Upstate Application Thread

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snag08 said:
Hi all!

Interviewing in the beginning of December, and a little nervous since it's my first and only interview as of right now. Any important tips about the MMI style interview are greatly appreciated - what do those who have interviewed at upstate believe is the best way to prepare? Also, I'm expecting it to be freezing since it's upstate NY - would it be appropriate to bring boots to take the tour of the campus in and to change into ballet flats for the interview portion/will there be somewhere I can leave a bag/is it appropriate to also carry around a purse to hold my phone and such? Lastly, has anyone stayed overnight with one of the Med Student hosts? I'm thinking about doing that so I can learn a little more about the school and a student's insight specifically.

Thank you all - I hope your app processes are going well!
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Like all MMI's, their goal is to assess your ability to communicate and articulate thought. Keep in mind there is no 'right answer.' Remember to be nice, listen, smile, be engaging and be present.

There is a place to leave a bag, so you should be ok, best of luck!
 
snag08 said:
Hi all!

Interviewing in the beginning of December, and a little nervous since it's my first and only interview as of right now. Any important tips about the MMI style interview are greatly appreciated - what do those who have interviewed at upstate believe is the best way to prepare? Also, I'm expecting it to be freezing since it's upstate NY - would it be appropriate to bring boots to take the tour of the campus in and to change into ballet flats for the interview portion/will there be somewhere I can leave a bag/is it appropriate to also carry around a purse to hold my phone and such? Lastly, has anyone stayed overnight with one of the Med Student hosts? I'm thinking about doing that so I can learn a little more about the school and a student's insight specifically.

Thank you all - I hope your app processes are going well!
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Maybe I'm remembering this wrong, but I don't recall the tour going outside, all the buildings were connected.
 
Any II recently? I am trying to figure out what secondary dates they are looking through. They told me mine was "under consideration for an II" last week and I don't know how long to wait before a phone call.
 
jsquared91 said:
Maybe I'm remembering this wrong, but I don't recall the tour going outside, all the buildings were connected.
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No, you're right. The campus tour was entirely indoors (for my group, at least), as the hospital is connected to the main academic building.
 
RonaldSwanson said:
No, you're right. The campus tour was entirely indoors (for my group, at least), as the hospital is connected to the main academic building.
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Perfect - one less thing to have to worry about!

bostonite said:
Like all MMI's, their goal is to assess your ability to communicate and articulate thought. Keep in mind there is no 'right answer.' Remember to be nice, listen, smile, be engaging and be present.

There is a place to leave a bag, so you should be ok, best of luck!
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I will be sure to keep those things in mind - thank you!
 
Anyone else having trouble going to the interview invite portal link? It was working till last week and now I get an error message that says this webpage is not available 🙁
 
caprison2342 said:
Anyone else having trouble going to the interview invite portal link? It was working till last week and now I get an error message that says this webpage is not available 🙁
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I have been having the same issue on my pc, but I can access the site from my phone. Try using a different browser, that might work.

Also my II page disappeared today. Interviewed 10/15.
 
Spice Merchant said:
I have been having the same issue on my pc, but I can access the site from my phone. Try using a different browser, that might work.

Also my II page disappeared today. Interviewed 10/15.
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Thanks!. Still have the II page. Interviewed 10/27
 
Did anyone who faxed in their campus choice get a follow up confirmation?
 
kiwilemon961 said:
anybody who interviewed on oct 8 no heard back yet?
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I interviewed the week after you. Interview info was on my portal this morning but just checked and it's gone. However, no e-mail from them. Have no idea what it means. Acceptance? Rejection? Waitlist? Who knows what mischief lurks in the minds of the Adcoms...only the Shadow knows....
This entire process is like one big black box.
 
schiffbased said:
Did anyone who faxed in their campus choice get a follow up confirmation?
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I faxed and emailed mine in, no follow up or confirmation of receipt to either. I had to actually call and email them to get a confirmation. I think the only way they'll contact you about it is if it's missing. Save your fax confirmation page and don't worry about it.
 
luvtoski said:
I interviewed the week after you. Interview info was on my portal this morning but just checked and it's gone. However, no e-mail from them. Have no idea what it means. Acceptance? Rejection? Waitlist? Who knows what mischief lurks in the minds of the Adcoms...only the Shadow knows....
This entire process is like one big black box.
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In exactly the same situation here. Interview info gone, no contact since. Very anxious.
 
I stayed at the Sheraton, which, while not the cheapest, is literally a 5 minute walk from the school. I was lucky enough that my AMEX card rewards could be used for a free night there, so it definitely was a deal for me. I know people who stayed at the places the school recommended, and said their short commute and cab ride wasn't bad.
 
ShaolinMaster said:
Maplewood inn, free shuttle, about 15 minutes away by car. 79 a night, I believe, if you say suny upstate.
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damn, wish I saw this earlier lol. I'm paying 96 for the crowne plaza hotel. oh well, it's a bit closer and only $17 difference I guess
 
DoctorLacrosse said:
damn, wish I saw this earlier lol. I'm paying 96 for the crowne plaza hotel. oh well, it's a bit closer and only $17 difference I guess
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I stayed at the crowne plaza and it was really nice. Funny elevators though, you designate your floor before getting in
 
Is the website working for anyone? It's been down for me all day =/
 
frochocinco said:
Why are you checking on Thanksgiving? You're delusional if you think adcoms are sending out decisions. Go have a beer and enjoy your family.
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Less delusional than you think.
Rejected today; interviewed 10/15.
 
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frochocinco said:
Why are you checking on Thanksgiving? You're delusional if you think adcoms are sending out decisions. Go have a beer and enjoy your family.
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Haha, good point - will try to keep my premed neuroticism more in check during the holiday season 🙂
 
Just curious - has the average wait time for everyone between interview and decision been about six weeks at this school? Thanks!
 
Woah, on a Sunday?? Or have you just not checked for a while?
 
NervousNerd said:
Upstate generally releases on Sunday via portal and sends your packet Monday along with an email!
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Thank you! I interviewed 10/22, so I don't think it's time for me yet, but that's very exciting! Congrats to everyone accepted today!
 
Congrats to everyone getting acceptances! The website isn't working for me..I hope that doesn't foreshadow bad news
 
I had the same
Toastayy said:
Congrats to everyone getting acceptances! The website isn't working for me..I hope that doesn't foreshadow bad news
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I had the same problem, but then used Firefox (was using Chrome before) and it worked fine
 
New member here - I interviewed 11/1 and I remember the admissions officer saying that we should expect to hear back around 4-5 weeks later. I was wondering if people had been hearing back in that time frame or if it had been taking longer?
 
Zito2002 said:
New member here - I interviewed 11/1 and I remember the admissions officer saying that we should expect to hear back around 4-5 weeks later. I was wondering if people had been hearing back in that time frame or if it had been taking longer?
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Took approximately 7 weeks to get the news (via portal update), give or take a few days. While the wait was hard, it was most definitely worth it! 🙂
 
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