2015-2016 University of Arizona - Phoenix Application Thread

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How would it work if I didn't get a C or better in biochemistry this year? Would I need to retake before school starts or could I retake during the summer while school has already started?
 
Soccergirl36367 said:
How would it work if I didn't get a C or better in biochemistry this year? Would I need to retake before school starts or could I retake during the summer while school has already started?
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Outstanding coursework for admission must be completed by June 20 and shown on an official university transcript.

You cannot begin Orientation (and then school) with outstanding coursework and/or a non-conferred undergraduate degree.
 
20Hopeful16 said:
Dang, I really liked this school. Too bad I probably won't get a chance to interview here. I hope they at least appreciated my secondary--spent a lot of time on it.
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I think they're still handing out interviews invites. Not sure how many are left though.
 
The interview tracker on the UACOMP admissions website ( http://phoenixmed.arizona.edu/admissions ) shows that as of 12/1 there were about 50 IIs remaining. I don't think that the tracker takes into account the interviews that have been declined by applicants, so there may be even more than that. The assistant dean of admissions and recruitment, above on this very thread, said they will be sending out IIs through December and maybe even into early January. They are sending about 320 IIs this year, slightly more than they sent last year. If you're not rejected yet, you still have a shot. Good luck to you all. Merry Christmas and happy holidays!
 
dsmorten said:
The interview tracker on the UACOMP admissions website ( http://phoenixmed.arizona.edu/admissions ) shows that as of 12/1 there were about 50 IIs remaining. I don't think that the tracker takes into account the interviews that have been declined by applicants, so there may be even more than that. The assistant dean of admissions and recruitment, above on this very thread, said they will be sending out IIs through December and maybe even into early January. They are sending about 320 IIs this year, slightly more than they sent last year. If you're not rejected yet, you still have a shot. Good luck to you all. Merry Christmas and happy holidays!
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I thought they sent out more IIs last year and are reducing it this year because they are more familiar with what they are "looking for" in a potential student.
 
dsmorten said:
The interview tracker on the UACOMP admissions website ( http://phoenixmed.arizona.edu/admissions ) shows that as of 12/1 there were about 50 IIs remaining. I don't think that the tracker takes into account the interviews that have been declined by applicants, so there may be even more than that. The assistant dean of admissions and recruitment, above on this very thread, said they will be sending out IIs through December and maybe even into early January. They are sending about 320 IIs this year, slightly more than they sent last year. If you're not rejected yet, you still have a shot. Good luck to you all. Merry Christmas and happy holidays!
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I was under the impression they are sending 300 MD interviews and 30 pathway scholars interviews this cycle.
 
thephoenixrises said:
I thought they sent out more IIs last year and are reducing it this year because they are more familiar with what they are "looking for" in a potential student.
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nano2011 said:
I was under the impression they are sending 300 MD interviews and 30 pathway scholars interviews this cycle.
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From Dr. Cunningham:

UA COM Phoenix said:
We will interview 330 students this year over 10 applicant visit days (just finished the 2nd day yesterday). We did send out the first round of final decisions today (pre-interview releases) and as I said in the email message, the news is hard to share. It is not a message that I like to send and hope that telling you today will allow you to fully focus your energy elsewhere. We will send these decisions monthly (no specific date). Interview Invitations are sent every two weeks (no specific date). I and a few other committee members are kept to a very tight schedule by my staff who works hard to ensure your file is thoroughly (THOROUGHLY) reviewed. In fact, a file is reviewed three times before an interview decision is made.
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Complete since August and have not heard anything. Is this just a rejection? I'm bummed I really was hoping for this school 🙁
 
Interview tracker was updated 12/10, at least 58 IIs remain. Let's all hope we can share some good news at our holiday gatherings. Of course in this case no news is good news if you submitted your secondary prior to 9/30.

http://phoenixmed.arizona.edu/admissions
 
Hi Dr. Cunningham,

I was wondering when confirmations for the next round of Revisits would be sent out. I wanted to start planning ahead with airfare but I haven't heard anything back yet. It'd be great to know when to expect that confirmation. Thank you so much for your help and contributions here on this site!
 
Hello, are notifications for October 19th interview being sent out today as planned?
 
UA COM Phoenix said:
At the risk of increasing anxiety, I have to share this with you all.

Our committee met for round 2 decisions today (those interviewed on 9/14 and anyone retained from 8/31). I must say that today's admissions committee meeting blew me away! I am so proud of their fairness, advocacy and determination to appreciate the breadth of life and experiences that lead to the making of an amazing physician! Grades are not the end-all to your path! Resiliency, grit, communication, kindness, team work are more important than the MCAT or total BCPM.

We do make tough decisions and not everyone moves forward, but I promise you it does not happen without tremendous thought and attention to every-single-little-detail in each application.
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As a student at the UACOM, a thank you is in order for all of the hard work admissions does during this stressful process as well as to the many applicants who struggle financially/emotionally. I have always been so impressed by the the resilience of so many who continue to push through this difficult time. However, I do feel as though there needs to be clarification to the statement quoted above. While it has been stated that "grades are not the end-all" and "team work are more important than scores" this has not proven the case for most students. It is not the norm in anyway. I have met countless applicants who have all the qualities of a physician and are the epitome of an outstanding clinician in the future. When meeting these applicants, I have thought about how great it would be to become their classmate. Unfortunately, many of those students have struggled over and over again to gain attention. The statement above is a thoughtless comment that may be giving future applicants a false sense of security. Having been involved in admissions, I do believe that components of an application could be weighed differently and more attention can be given to qualities that truly define the success of a caring medical student. Numbers definitely do not do that. I am not trying to discourage you to apply to medicine. If you are truly passionate to an area of study, you should give your absolute best regardless. My comment is to clarify that sometimes admissions makes grand statements that may lead people down a path that is not fair or realistic. More needs to be done for those who are not accepted to give adequate feedback to improve in the future (other than a group session at the end year). Congratulations to all of you regardless of your application status. Even beginning a process as strenuous and debilitating as this takes so much courage, "grit and resilience."
 
MedStudent567 said:
As a student at the UACOM, a thank you is in order for all of the hard work admissions does during this stressful process as well as to the many applicants who struggle financially/emotionally. I have always been so impressed by the the resilience of so many who continue to push through this difficult time. However, I do feel as though there needs to be clarification to the statement quoted above. While it has been stated that "grades are not the end-all" and "team work are more important than scores" this has not proven the case for most students. It is not the norm in anyway. I have met countless applicants who have all the qualities of a physician and are the epitome of an outstanding clinician in the future. When meeting these applicants, I have thought about how great it would be to become their classmate. Unfortunately, many of those students have struggled over and over again to gain attention. The statement above is a thoughtless comment that may be giving future applicants a false sense of security. Having been involved in admissions, I do believe that components of an application could be weighed differently and more attention can be given to qualities that truly define the success of a caring medical student. Numbers definitely do not do that. I am not trying to discourage you to apply to medicine. If you are truly passionate to an area of study, you should give your absolute best regardless. My comment is to clarify that sometimes admissions makes grand statements that may lead people down a path that is not fair or realistic. More needs to be done for those who are not accepted to give adequate feedback to improve in the future (other than a group session at the end year). Congratulations to all of you regardless of your application status. Even beginning a process as strenuous and debilitating as this takes so much courage, "grit and resilience."
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If you are a UA COM-Phoenix student, stop by my office and let's discuss some of your concerns.
 
MedStudent567 said:
As a student at the UACOM, a thank you is in order for all of the hard work admissions does during this stressful process as well as to the many applicants who struggle financially/emotionally. I have always been so impressed by the the resilience of so many who continue to push through this difficult time. However, I do feel as though there needs to be clarification to the statement quoted above. While it has been stated that "grades are not the end-all" and "team work are more important than scores" this has not proven the case for most students. It is not the norm in anyway. I have met countless applicants who have all the qualities of a physician and are the epitome of an outstanding clinician in the future. When meeting these applicants, I have thought about how great it would be to become their classmate. Unfortunately, many of those students have struggled over and over again to gain attention. The statement above is a thoughtless comment that may be giving future applicants a false sense of security. Having been involved in admissions, I do believe that components of an application could be weighed differently and more attention can be given to qualities that truly define the success of a caring medical student. Numbers definitely do not do that. I am not trying to discourage you to apply to medicine. If you are truly passionate to an area of study, you should give your absolute best regardless. My comment is to clarify that sometimes admissions makes grand statements that may lead people down a path that is not fair or realistic. More needs to be done for those who are not accepted to give adequate feedback to improve in the future (other than a group session at the end year). Congratulations to all of you regardless of your application status. Even beginning a process as strenuous and debilitating as this takes so much courage, "grit and resilience."
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I think it's a little disingenuous and more than a little rude to refer to that comment as thoughtless.

Of course numbers matter. Dr. Cunningham did not say they didn't. At the end of the day, medical school is a lot of work. Students with lower numerical scores, to an extent, are at a greater risk for failing according to the literature. However, and I'm not sure if you're a classmate or what, I can attest to the fact that there are individuals in my class who are significantly lower than what most would consider as being competitive in terms of MCAT, and they're doing just fine now. The remainder of their application must been stellar or had extraneous circumstances, as per her post.

Let's say that one of the students you're referring to has an MCAT significantly below the median, not just a few points. In fact, the literature points to this score being in the range that correlates with failure of your board exams. Knowing that the remainder of their career is going to depend on regular standardized exams, do you take the risk and populate your entire class with individuals who, at a population level, are at greater risk for failure? Probably not. Do you make some exceptions based on past experience, committee debate, the application itself, and gut feeling? Absolutely. At the end of the day, each seat in the school is highly coveted and a large investment by numerous parties. Tough decisions must be made.

The Admissions Committees of schools across the country are charged with selecting students that 1) fit the school and 2) will have a very low chance of failure and a high rate of success. There's a reason dropout levels are very low at LCME accredited institutions, and one of those reasons is that the committee knows what they're doing.
 
@UA-COM when will all applicants hear a decision by? I know you said mid demember but was wondering if you guys had an exact date
 
TheLionheart said:
I think it's a little disingenuous and more than a little rude to refer to that comment as thoughtless.

Of course numbers matter. Dr. Cunningham did not say they didn't. At the end of the day, medical school is a lot of work. Students with lower numerical scores, to an extent, are at a greater risk for failing according to the literature. However, and I'm not sure if you're a classmate or what, I can attest to the fact that there are individuals in my class who are significantly lower than what most would consider as being competitive in terms of MCAT, and they're doing just fine now. The remainder of their application must been stellar or had extraneous circumstances, as per her post.

Let's say that one of the students you're referring to has an MCAT significantly below the median, not just a few points. In fact, the literature points to this score being in the range that correlates with failure of your board exams. Knowing that the remainder of their career is going to depend on regular standardized exams, do you take the risk and populate your entire class with individuals who, at a population level, are at greater risk for failure? Probably not. Do you make some exceptions based on past experience, committee debate, the application itself, and gut feeling? Absolutely. At the end of the day, each seat in the school is highly coveted and a large investment by numerous parties. Tough decisions must be made.

The Admissions Committees of schools across the country are charged with selecting students that 1) fit the school and 2) will have a very low chance of failure and a high rate of success. There's a reason dropout levels are very low at LCME accredited institutions, and one of those reasons is that the committee knows what they're doing.
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Hi Lionheart. I hope first year is going well but I am sure you have exams coming up so please do not spend too much time on this. It is not more important than your blocks. If your screen name is any indication to your level in medical school, then we are most likely not in the same class. I am finishing up my last year and, frankly, have a point of view in this process that far surpasses your own. I do not blame you for your perspective on this issue but I could have found this exact response on any other forum on the SDN website. Though I am sure it is well thought out in no way is this perspective unique. However, it frequently tends to be naive. You are looking at this situation as black and white. It is never black and white.

There are elements to my statement that I hope you will understand now or see in the future. I have seen the applications, met the accepted/rejected, and gotten to know those who have progressed through this career choice. My above comments come from experience and are made for all of the applicants who struggle to be noticed or overlooked every year despite significant improvements on their applications. The word "holistic" is thrown around too often by admissions.

First off, I understand that admissions is hard work having to evaluate and make “hard decisions” on thousands of applications. However, it is our job to sit down and pay attention to details. I will clarify that undergraduate grades from many years ago are not an indication of success in medical school. I do not know what literature you are referring to that directly targets students who have completed post-bacc work or Master’s degrees that show a significant improvement in their grades. If you are interested Academic research maybe that could be a project you could complete later on. Regarding MCAT scores, there is a small-moderate correlation between scores and success on board exams. Even further, Step 1 is a poor correlation to success in residency (Step 2 was slightly better than Step 1). In fact, your grades in your blocks are a better predictor of Step 1 than your MCAT (which is why you should be studying instead of being on sdn). I believe there is an abstract published in 2015 that highlights this entitled “Does the MCAT predict medical school and PGY-1 performance?” that you can read later. Regardless of the numbers game, my point is to focus on DETAIL, not to completely ignore parts to an application. My second point: Tara Cunningham mentioned that “team work is more important than scores” and “grades are not the end-all” which is wrong to say. It is wrong based on practice and wrong emotionally for applicants. Is it possible for someone to get into medical school with below average scores? Of course it is. Again, is this the norm? No, not at all. Unfortunately, this ties directly into many factors far above any student. Frankly, those thoughtless statements come off as “a nice pat on the back” but only apply to a few students and is wrong to make as a blanket statement for all applicants. Given the origin of your SN, I would have expected more from you regarding these applicants!

With your statement “dropout levels are very low at LCME accredited institutions ect” is very misinformed. I definitely never said that the committee does not know what they are doing but things can definitely be altered to be better. We should always strive to be better and change things that we see as ineffective! However, I was directly speaking to the post that I quoted. There are many more factors that come into play than what you mentioned. For example, one reason drops out rates are very low at LCME institutions is also because medical students are given every opportunity to succeed once accepted. There are many students who struggle despite their application scores or grades (good or bad) but, with assistance from the school, will usually always make it through. It is NOT in the best interest of the school to see a student drop out as this 1) reflects poorly on the institution, 2) hurts the school financially as they invest money into each student. There is a reason why people say, “the hardest part of medical school is getting accepted into medical school.” As for LCME accreditation, lets slow the ball on that discussion until this issue regarding the Phoenix campus is definitively decided.

To be honest Lionheart, it is very easy to tell someone that “tough decisions” need to be made when you are already in medical school. It is much more difficult to hear that “rude and disingenuous” comment than mine regarding the admissions process. I have heard and met those who have been trying and improving with continued hope that someone will give them the chance that they deserve. That is the difference in our perspectives that I hope you will take from this. Again, congratulations to everyone thus far. It is a hard process but try to keep pushing. I wish you the best of luck.
 
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@UA-COM when will all applicants hear a decision by? I know you said mid demember but was wondering if you guys had an exact date
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Interviews continue to be offered and on a daily basis.

The 6th round of review (post-interview) decisions will be released on Dec 23.
 
MedStudent567 said:
Hi Lionheart. I hope first year is going well but I am sure you have exams coming up so please do not spend too much time on this. It is not more important than your blocks. If your screen name is any indication to your level in medical school, then we are most likely not in the same class. I am finishing up my last year and, frankly, have a point of view in this process that far surpasses your own. I do not blame you for your perspective on this issue but I could have found this exact response on any other forum on the SDN website. Though I am sure it is well thought out in no way is this perspective unique. However, it frequently tends to be naive. You are looking at this situation as black and white. It is never black and white.

There are elements to my statement that I hope you will understand now or see in the future. I have seen the applications, met the accepted/rejected, and gotten to know those who have progressed through this career choice. My above comments come from experience and are made for all of the applicants who struggle to be noticed or overlooked every year despite significant improvements on their applications. The word "holistic" is thrown around too often by admissions.

First off, I understand that admissions is hard work having to evaluate and make “hard decisions” on thousands of applications. However, it is our job to sit down and pay attention to details. I will clarify that undergraduate grades from many years ago are not an indication of success in medical school. I do not know what literature you are referring to that directly targets students who have completed post-bacc work or Master’s degrees that show a significant improvement in their grades. If you are interested Academic research maybe that could be a project you could complete later on. Regarding MCAT scores, there is a small-moderate correlation between scores and success on board exams. Even further, Step 1 is a poor correlation to success in residency (Step 2 was slightly better than Step 1). In fact, your grades in your blocks are a better predictor of Step 1 than your MCAT (which is why you should be studying instead of being on sdn). I believe there is an abstract published in 2015 that highlights this entitled “Does the MCAT predict medical school and PGY-1 performance?” that you can read later. Regardless of the numbers game, my point is to focus on DETAIL, not to completely ignore parts to an application. My second point: Tara Cunningham mentioned that “team work is more important than scores” and “grades are not the end-all” which is wrong to say. It is wrong based on practice and wrong emotionally for applicants. Is it possible for someone to get into medical school with below average scores? Of course it is. Again, is this the norm? No, not at all. Unfortunately, this ties directly into many factors far above any student. Frankly, those thoughtless statements come off as “a nice pat on the back” but only apply to a few students and is wrong to make as a blanket statement for all applicants. Given the origin of your SN, I would have expected more from you regarding these applicants!

With your statement “dropout levels are very low at LCME accredited institutions ect” is very misinformed. I definitely never said that the committee does not know what they are doing but things can definitely be altered to be better. We should always strive to be better and change things that we see as ineffective! However, I was directly speaking to the post that I quoted. There are many more factors that come into play than what you mentioned. For example, one reason drops out rates are very low at LCME institutions is also because medical students are given every opportunity to succeed once accepted. There are many students who struggle despite their application scores or grades (good or bad) but, with assistance from the school, will usually always make it through. It is NOT in the best interest of the school to see a student drop out as this 1) reflects poorly on the institution, 2) hurts the school financially as they invest money into each student. There is a reason why people say, “the hardest part of medical school is getting accepted into medical school.” As for LCME accreditation, lets slow the ball on that discussion until this issue regarding the Phoenix campus is definitively decided.

To be honest Lionheart, it is very easy to tell someone that “tough decisions” need to be made when you are already in medical school. It is much more difficult to hear that “rude and disingenuous” comment than mine regarding the admissions process. I have heard and met those who have been trying and improving with continued hope that someone will give them the chance that they deserve. That is the difference in our perspectives that I hope you will take from this. Again, congratulations to everyone thus far. It is a hard process but try to keep pushing. I wish you the best of luck.
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If you are truly concerned with the process, then perhaps you should go talk to Dr. Cunningham. Stating an opinion where you say you're concerned on an anonymous site which honestly doesn't come off as genuine concern doesn't help anyone. I agree with what Lionheart said. I've been a student ambassador for the two years I've been at UACOM-P. I've seen the types of students that come in for interviews and I'm so blown away at how amazing they are. You have to understand......maybe you're too far removed from the process....but there are 80 seats for the first year class. It really is as simple as Lionheart says when they say that tough decisions have to be made. They received over 5100 applications this year....tough decisions have to be made. I'd hold off on the LCME statement if I were you. It makes it sound like you have some issues with the school, whether you're an actual student or a disgruntled applicant, and a statement like that makes it seem like you're taking a petty jab at an issue that is on its way to being resolved.

Whatever your issue is, I sincerely hope that you find some sort of resolution. May you do it in a constructive way. Good luck with your interviews if you're a fourth year. That should be what is concerning you not applications.
 
Thank you for the wishes on the application cycle. Many of us are finishing up in fact with a few having interviews extending into January.

As my issue was with what was being said on this forum, logically I respond to the forum. Since you use SDN, it’s obvious you may see how even an anonymous comment can help someone. I know Tara Cunningham believes so as she uses the website herself. My point is to clarify blanket statements. Again, it is easy to throw around the word “holistic” or “tough decisions” but it’s difficult for another individual who has tried countless times to hear that. Regarding improvements, I suggest you try to be a bit more empathetic as opposed to offended. Sometimes criticisms can be made about one’s own institution without becoming so agitated.

I hope the progression of that statement makes sense to you. To be honest, I have seen ambassadors but they do not do much more than give tours. However, there are definitely medical students who serve on the admissions board. If you are not one of those students, unfortunately, you have always been removed from the process as you never had any insight to begin with. In addition, since I have been a part of the UACOM for 3 ½ years, I can always make or hear any comment about my institution and remain objective as I can separate those emotions. You should try it.
 
Come on guys, keep this objective or at least argue ideas and not attack each other. You'll be doctors soon🙂 its time to not get so emotional attached to your opinions that you feel personal wounded when someone disagrees. One side says more than 'well your not holistic enough' should be given as advice because it's not productive. The other says 'be patient we feel we are doing the best we can'. It's possible you're both right. This is a new school, in a way they are still defining themselves ; I wish I had the opportunity to show the contribution to this school I could give and having done everything I can it's a little frustrating to have 90 percentile stats, major humanitarian projects tons of clinical experiences and solid letters and still not receive an interview. Really not even an interview?! At either of my state schools. K rant done but at the same time, there are hundreds of medical schools and this one has the right to define which type of applicants they feel best fit their school mission as long as their students are graduating. If I hadn't been accepted elsewhere I probably would be less understanding but are generation isn't entitled to anything. We've grown grown up thinking so and its time to get past that misfortunate paradigm. We don't get to go to the medical school we want to just because we tried hard and think we deserve it. Stars still have to align in the real world.
 
MedStudent567 said:
Thank you for the wishes on the application cycle. Many of us are finishing up in fact with a few having interviews extending into January.

As my issue was with what was being said on this forum, logically I respond to the forum. Since you use SDN, it’s obvious you may see how even an anonymous comment can help someone. I know Tara Cunningham believes so as she uses the website herself. My point is to clarify blanket statements. Again, it is easy to throw around the word “holistic” or “tough decisions” but it’s difficult for another individual who has tried countless times to hear that. Regarding improvements, I suggest you try to be a bit more empathetic as opposed to offended. Sometimes criticisms can be made about one’s own institution without becoming so agitated.

I hope the progression of that statement makes sense to you. To be honest, I have seen ambassadors but they do not do much more than give tours. However, there are definitely medical students who serve on the admissions board. If you are not one of those students, unfortunately, you have always been removed from the process as you never had any insight to begin with. In addition, since I have been a part of the UACOM for 3 ½ years, I can always make or hear any comment about my institution and remain objective as I can separate those emotions. You should try it.
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Deleted because its honestly not worth it to try to argue with you as you're refusing to express yourself in a constructive way to make the change you wish to see.
 
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Come on guys, keep this objective or at least argue ideas and not attack each other. You'll be doctors soon🙂 its time to not get so emotional attached to your opinions that you feel personal wounded when someone disagrees. One side says more than 'well your not holistic enough' should be given as advice because it's not productive. The other says 'be patient we feel we are doing the best we can'. It's possible you're both right. This is a new school, in a way they are still defining themselves ; I wish I had the opportunity to show the contribution to this school I could give and having done everything I can it's a little frustrating to have 90 percentile stats, major humanitarian projects tons of clinical experiences and solid letters and still not receive an interview. Really not even an interview?! At either of my state schools. K rant done but at the same time, there are hundreds of medical schools and this one has the right to define which type of applicants they feel best fit their school mission as long as their students are graduating. If I hadn't been accepted elsewhere I probably would be less understanding but are generation isn't entitled to anything. We've grown grown up thinking so and its time to get past that misfortunate paradigm. We don't get to go to the medical school we want to just because we tried hard and think we deserve it. Stars still have to align in the real world.
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That's a great response and very constructive way to look at the conversation. Good luck next year I'm sure you'll do great where ever that may be.

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Deleted because its honestly not worth it to try to argue with you as you're refusing to express yourself in a constructive way to make the change you wish to see.
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Completely your choice but you're always welcome to PM me if you have any concerns or questions. I did serve on admissions so I have made constructive changes for some time now whether I voiced it on SDN or not. Good luck with your medical school career.
 
Will all II decisions be given out before the Christmas break?
 
Interviewed here about 6 weeks ago, and will hear their final decision on the 23rd of this month! Can I get an early Christmas present please? I would be ecstatic to go here! Beautiful building, and very focused and hardworking staff. Seems like a great place!
 
Does anyone know if (post-interview) admissions committee is made up of completely different members or if there are people on the committee who also served on pre-interview committee? Thanks!
 
is UACOM receptive to ITA emails? will be visiting at the end of Feb
 
nano2011 said:
Does anyone know if (post-interview) admissions committee is made up of completely different members or if there are people on the committee who also served on pre-interview committee? Thanks!
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Different people involved in the final selection than those who selected for interview.

We will offer more interviews this next week and throughout early-January.
 
DrTwitch said:
Interviewed here about 6 weeks ago, and will hear their final decision on the 23rd of this month! Can I get an early Christmas present please? I would be ecstatic to go here! Beautiful building, and very focused and hardworking staff. Seems like a great place!
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Me tooooooo!!! Good luck! Hopefully we both get the call on Wednesday! :highfive:
 
Any ideas on when we will hear tomorrow about our acceptance/rejection? I'm kind of anxious about it..
 
DrTwitch said:
Any ideas on when we will hear tomorrow about our acceptance/rejection? I'm kind of anxious about it..
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I didn't get a call till later in the day. Around 230, I think.
 
dsmorten said:
If you're trying to decide which medical school to attend and UAP is an option for you, this is a great video to watch:

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In this video Dr. Cunningham mentions that the class will eventually get to a size of 120. Just out of curiosity, does anyone know what the timeline is on that (seeing that the current class size is 80 if I remember correctly)? Are they looking to have 120 by 2020? Sooner? Later?
 
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In this video Dr. Cunningham mentions that the class will eventually get to a size of 120. Just out of curiosity, does anyone know what the timeline is on that (seeing that the current class size is 80 if I remember correctly)? Are they looking to have 120 by 2020? Sooner? Later?
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I believe it could happen after the first class under the new accreditation graduates. That would be the class of 2017. I wouldn't know any plans of the expansion after that. I know that the administration wants to make sure that the class of 80 is provided for before they expand to a bigger class size.
 
How is the aid for M1 students? Are scholarships common to reduce the cost or do most people pay the full balance in loans?
 
BamaNicole said:
I believe it could happen after the first class under the new accreditation graduates. That would be the class of 2017. I wouldn't know any plans of the expansion after that. I know that the administration wants to make sure that the class of 80 is provided for before they expand to a bigger class size.
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That makes perfect sense. Thanks for your response 🙂
 
Well guys I'm super bummed. I got an email from UA PHX today that says, "The Admissions Committee recently met and discussed your application, the results of your multiple mini-interview and letters of recommendation. At this time, the committee is requesting to keep your application active for further consideration and although not the news you likely wanted today, the request is an indication that the commitee does consider you to be a strong applicant for our medical school." They said I might hear by January 11, 2016. I'm bummed I didn't get some good news, and I'm not sure if this actually means I'm a strong applicant or not. I would think I would have been accepted like the others if I was a strong applicant. So I think this puts me in between categories, as in either between accepted or wait listed, or rejected or wait listed. Not sure how to feel about this, but I am obviously disappointed I didn't get some good news before Christmas. Congrats to everyone who got accepted today!
 
DrTwitch said:
Well guys I'm super bummed. I got an email from UA PHX today that says, "The Admissions Committee recently met and discussed your application, the results of your multiple mini-interview and letters of recommendation. At this time, the committee is requesting to keep your application active for further consideration and although not the news you likely wanted today, the request is an indication that the commitee does consider you to be a strong applicant for our medical school." They said I might hear by January 11, 2016. I'm bummed I didn't get some good news, and I'm not sure if this actually means I'm a strong applicant or not. I would think I would have been accepted like the others if I was a strong applicant. So I think this puts me in between categories, as in either between accepted or wait listed, or rejected or wait listed. Not sure how to feel about this, but I am obviously disappointed I didn't get some good news before Christmas. Congrats to everyone who got accepted today!
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I've gotten the same email 3 times now. Just wanted you to know you're in good company 🙂. The way I see it is there is still a chance!
Good luck to you.
 
DrTwitch said:
Well guys I'm super bummed. I got an email from UA PHX today that says, "The Admissions Committee recently met and discussed your application, the results of your multiple mini-interview and letters of recommendation. At this time, the committee is requesting to keep your application active for further consideration and although not the news you likely wanted today, the request is an indication that the commitee does consider you to be a strong applicant for our medical school." They said I might hear by January 11, 2016. I'm bummed I didn't get some good news, and I'm not sure if this actually means I'm a strong applicant or not. I would think I would have been accepted like the others if I was a strong applicant. So I think this puts me in between categories, as in either between accepted or wait listed, or rejected or wait listed. Not sure how to feel about this, but I am obviously disappointed I didn't get some good news before Christmas. Congrats to everyone who got accepted today!
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I understand it is not the news you were hoping for, but stay hopeful. You are very fortunate to still be in the running, from which others have successfully made it through. I'd be thrilled to be in your shoes. This process makes little sense at times; I've been accepted to very strong programs and denied by low tier ones. Just know that if they didn't feel you were a good 'fit' for their school, you would have received a different email. You're in a good place, now enjoy the holiday season--you never know what the new year may bring!
 
DrTwitch said:
Well guys I'm super bummed. I got an email from UA PHX today that says, "The Admissions Committee recently met and discussed your application, the results of your multiple mini-interview and letters of recommendation. At this time, the committee is requesting to keep your application active for further consideration and although not the news you likely wanted today, the request is an indication that the commitee does consider you to be a strong applicant for our medical school." They said I might hear by January 11, 2016. I'm bummed I didn't get some good news, and I'm not sure if this actually means I'm a strong applicant or not. I would think I would have been accepted like the others if I was a strong applicant. So I think this puts me in between categories, as in either between accepted or wait listed, or rejected or wait listed. Not sure how to feel about this, but I am obviously disappointed I didn't get some good news before Christmas. Congrats to everyone who got accepted today!
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Deferred for later date as well; Would also love to have the opportunity to attend here!
 
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