2015-2016 Drexel University Application Thread

Med School Insiders
This forum made possible through the generous support of SDN members, donors, and sponsors. Thank you.
Delix58 said:
Overall feel was very friendly and relaxed. We started with an orientation from 9-10 with information on the programs and opportunities at the university. From 10-12 we had four half-hour blocks where each applicant had a different schedule. The four blocks were: essay [ethical], interview, attend a class, and break. From 12-1:30 we ate lunch with current first year students and were given a tour of the facilities. Interview was 1-on-1 for 30 minutes, strictly. One faculty member interviewed applicants for about 10 minutes each, as was his style. Interview was open file. My interviewer had a sheet of loose leaf with (hand-written) my GPA, MCAT and what I assume were questions that she generated by looking through my application. Very conversational with typical questions. Overall very positive experience.
Click to expand...

When you say essay, what do you mean? You had to write an essay in 30* minutes? lol
 
HSR said:
When you say essay, what do you mean? You had to write an essay in 30* minutes? lol
Click to expand...
Yes. That was one of the 30-minute blocks. More of a "prompt" than an essay
 
  • Like
Reactions: HSR
Anyone know if Drexel does real rejections or the silent kind? My status did change today, really want an II here.
 
Delix58 said:
Overall feel was very friendly and relaxed. We started with an orientation from 9-10 with information on the programs and opportunities at the university. From 10-12 we had four half-hour blocks where each applicant had a different schedule. The four blocks were: essay [ethical], interview, attend a class, and break. From 12-1:30 we ate lunch with current first year students and were given a tour of the facilities. Interview was 1-on-1 for 30 minutes, strictly. One faculty member interviewed applicants for about 10 minutes each, as was his style. Interview was open file. My interviewer had a sheet of loose leaf with (hand-written) my GPA, MCAT and what I assume were questions that she generated by looking through my application. Very conversational with typical questions. Overall very positive experience.
Click to expand...

Out of curiosity, where in the city does the interview day occur?
 
ciestar said:
Anyone know if Drexel does real rejections or the silent kind? My status did change today, really want an II here.
Click to expand...

Not sure if they've changed it or not, but my friend was rejected pre-interview on the portal last year pretty early. I haven't seen anyone post on here about being rejected though so I don't know if they just haven't gotten that far or changed their policy or what.
 
Master3930 said:
Mine still says no decision I was complete 8/06
Click to expand...

catie_jane said:
I received the complete email on 9/15, LOR had been uploaded on 9/14. My status on the portal currently says no decision
Click to expand...

I just called Drexel and asked if it was a silent rejection for people whose status did not change yesterday. The lady on the phone asked me for my Banner ID and she said that it does not mean a rejection, and that my file is complete, and under review by the committee. Sooo we don't have to worry about our statuses not changing on the portal. 🙂
 
ciestar said:
Anyone know if Drexel does real rejections or the silent kind? My status did change today, really want an II here.
Click to expand...
If I remember correctly, being put on a pre-interview hold is essentially a rejection. Until then you're still in the running as far as I'm aware.

Did everyone get the "is and complete" status?
 
hyderali91 said:
If I remember correctly, being put on a pre-interview hold is essentially a rejection. Until then you're still in the running as far as I'm aware.

Did everyone get the "is and complete" status?
Click to expand...
No still no decision complete since 8/06
 
hyderali91 said:
If I remember correctly, being put on a pre-interview hold is essentially a rejection. Until then you're still in the running as far as I'm aware.

Did everyone get the "is and complete" status?
Click to expand...

Nope. Also still "no decision" since 08/06.
 
Just an FYI: Drexel has changed around it's interview process from previous years. People use to complain that it was disorganized because people would be sent to either center city or queen lane. This year, everything will be held at Queen lane. Hopefully it'll be a better/ more organized interview experience for everyone.
 
Do you guys know if Drexel is receptive to "in the area" emails? Thanks!
 
studentdocftw said:
IIs can go out on any day at any time. I got an II a week ago around 9pm. Who sends out an II at 9pm on a Sunday? I know right. lol.
Click to expand...

That's interesting, it was an email? not you checking the portal?? Congrats!
 
I don't remember exactly, I think a month ago? @studentdocftw

And @hexane19, I didn't get an e mail invitation, I was just checking my portal and saw it. the last time I checked it was about a week ago, so I got the invite somewhere between then and now.
 
Does anyone know what the chances are of receiving an acceptance from Drexel if offered an interview?
 
For OOS, around 20%. For IS, around 25%.

TheCruelOne said:
Does anyone know what the chances are of receiving an acceptance from Drexel if offered an interview?
Click to expand...

EDIT: These are matriculant data...as @LuisCorinthiano alluded to, schools generally accept 2x their expected class. Though, the exact number may differ from school to school.
 
Last edited:
hu2992 said:
I just called Drexel and asked if it was a silent rejection for people whose status did not change yesterday. The lady on the phone asked me for my Banner ID and she said that it does not mean a rejection, and that my file is complete, and under review by the committee. Sooo we don't have to worry about our statuses not changing on the portal. 🙂
Click to expand...

I applied here last year as a bit of an afterthought around Oct 1. I got the decision within 6 days. The status usually changes to something like, "we're not going to offer you an interview at this time, but will keep you in consideration" type of thing. So I would expect final decisions to start rolling out in the next two weeks or so.
 
Love your name by the way 😉
 
Do they accept app updates?
 
jmpatt29 said:
Do they accept app updates?
Click to expand...
From their website:

"May I send updates to my application?
Application updates are accepted only from students who have been invited for an interview and for those who have been interviewed and waitlisted. We will accept updated transcripts, new letters of recommendation, updates on activities and/or letters of interest."
 
KagawaFan said:
From their website:

"May I send updates to my application?
Application updates are accepted only from students who have been invited for an interview and for those who have been interviewed and waitlisted. We will accept updated transcripts, new letters of recommendation, updates on activities and/or letters of interest."
Click to expand...
Thanks!!!
 
.
 
Last edited:
magictouch said:
Anyone with a II know if October 5th/7th are still available? I'll be in Philly on the 6th and was wondering whether an ITA email would be worthwhile. Thanks!
Click to expand...

I scheduled for the 7th on Sunday night, I think there were still dates during that week when I selected mine. Not sure about now though because I can't access the calendar anymore
 
Anyone know the deal with this "and complete" status update?
 
Hadn't checked the portal in about a week - checked earlier today and my portal now has the "is and complete" status. The portal said I had everything in on 8/10 and I got the complete email 8/20.
 
sanazmonjazeb said:
II on 9/2. Complete on 8/7.
OOS, cGPA 3.42/sGPA 3.46, MCAT 35.
Re-applicant from California with no interviews last year...so freaking grateful for a chance this time!!
Interview set for October 22...anyone else going to be there that day?
Click to expand...
No, but I'm super jealous. God bless you for going through the process all over again. You've earned it. Good luck!
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Similar threads

wysdoc
2024-2025 Drexel
25 26 27 28 29
Replies
1K
Views
437K
mrmc313
M
chilly_md
2023-2024 Drexel
34 35 36 37 38
Replies
2K
Views
473K
skydweller
S
chilly_md
2024-2025 Boston University
21 22 23 24 25
Replies
1K
Views
297K
an2five
A
wysdoc
2024-2025 Saint Louis University
6 7 8 9 10
Replies
498
Views
120K
Sue C
Sue C
wysdoc
2024-2025 University of Washington
10 11 12 13 14
Replies
677
Views
168K
stew_md
S
Top Bottom