2015-2016 University of Utah Application Thread

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How many people are in the class of 2020 UUSOM Facebook group for those who have been accepted? I'm just curious to know how many acceptances have gone out so far.
 
LloydChristmas90 said:
How many people are in the class of 2020 UUSOM Facebook group for those who have been accepted? I'm just curious to know how many acceptances have gone out so far.
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I didn't know there was a Facebook group yet. I searched for it and didn't find anything.


@Dr.Pilot I interviewed on 11/6 I believe
 
Dr. Death said:
I'm from Utah and don't want to go to school here. Its brown and dead and it is hot AF in the summer and cold AS in the winter. Yeah there are a lot of outdoorsy things to do but it's usually too freakin hot or cold to do them. Also lake powell is closer to the Vegas schools than the U. The air quality can be horrible due to fires and the inversion and traffic in and out of SL valley is always a joke. The population is more homogeneous than Nazi Germany and we have no professional sports teams except the lame Jazz who haven't been great since I was 5. And my inlaws live here. Don't worry OOS applicants, you aren't missing much here unless you like skiing (too expensive, cold and painful for me).

Source: Living here for 18 of the 24 years I've been alive
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I loled way too hard at this. Your post really helped relieve the tension of the last several posts before you. Thanks 🙂
 
@vellez and @zhopv10 Can any medical student comments on how hard is it to find research opportunity within the specialty of your interest? I know that there are an abundance of research opportunities at the U but was wondering if they mostly in primary care or in the specialties that focus on basic research. For example, is it considerably more difficult to find something like plastic surgery research projects at the school? Or are there truly plenty of research opportunities for any type of specialty you want? Just trying to find out more about this potential school and compare it to my current acceptances. Thank you in advance!
 
I find the availability to be fantastic and easily attainable, for virtually any specialty (can't comment on plastic surgery though although I collaborated with one in a recent project I just completed). I am working in a basic science lab (I actually found this to be a little bit more involved) and a couple of clinical projects. The clinical projects are easy enough to get through shadowing in my opinion, as much of the projects at least in my field are with the residents. In general I think there a tons of opportunities for specialty research in any field you want, in my mind it is a big plus to this school. Disclaimer: my interest is in radiation oncology and Huntsman is a powerhouse of oncology research so I may be biased, friends in other fields have found good projects easily enough though.
 
Dr.Smexy said:
@vellez and @zhopv10 Can any medical student comments on how hard is it to find research opportunity within the specialty of your interest? I know that there are an abundance of research opportunities at the U but was wondering if they mostly in primary care or in the specialties that focus on basic research. For example, is it considerably more difficult to find something like plastic surgery research projects at the school? Or are there truly plenty of research opportunities for any type of specialty you want? Just trying to find out more about this potential school and compare it to my current acceptances. Thank you in advance!
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Completely agree with @zhopv10. Research is easy to find. As far as I am aware of, this seems to be the case in almost all specialties. Not every PI is created equal, though. The first professor I worked with was nice, but the lab atmosphere was bad, productivity low and communication sub-par. I found another PI and it has been very productive since. I also agree in that finding basic science research is a little more involved, but very doable. I have overall been impressed. I found surgical specialty research very quickly, without much looking. Mostly clinical, but also basic science.
 
Dr.Smexy said:
@vellez and @zhopv10 Can any medical student comments on how hard is it to find research opportunity within the specialty of your interest? I know that there are an abundance of research opportunities at the U but was wondering if they mostly in primary care or in the specialties that focus on basic research. For example, is it considerably more difficult to find something like plastic surgery research projects at the school? Or are there truly plenty of research opportunities for any type of specialty you want? Just trying to find out more about this potential school and compare it to my current acceptances. Thank you in advance!
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It is INCREDIBLY easy. Speaking from experience, I emailed a PI who is very well known in his field if I could work in his lab and he got back to me right away. I proceeded to be late to our meeting, and he was as nice as ever. Disclaimer: I am interested in genetics, and Utah has a strong program.

Either way, what is nice about the U is all the research that is going on. It is all right there, on upper campus, which is really nice. I've had friends that have had no issue finding a project that they are interested in. I think, in general, Utahans are pretty friendly and "down to earth" so to speak, and I think that is one of those hidden benefits to the U. Utah has residency programs in everything (not sure about plastics though), so there is a wide variety to opportunities.

To be honest, being at a research center is really nice. But if you are deciding between schools with approximately equivalent research strength, do not let research be THE factor for your decision (unless you are doing and MD/PhD). Because honestly, you'll be able to find something at either, and you won't have huge amounts of time to devote to a project. In fact, if you are getting too involved in a project that enthralls you, I could actually see that as being a liability, with regard to time management. I can only speak as an MSI, but in my day t0 day life as a medical student, research plays a very minor role, compared to my class obligations.
 
Is it true that the U doesn't accept any post interview updates?
 
I interviewed in late September, I vaguely remember them telling us not to send a letter of intent. Can anyone confirm this? Perhaps a currently accepted and/or medical student who may have insight on whether or not sending such letter would be a good/bad idea, please? Thank you!

I'm highly interested in going to school here for various reasons but mostly because I think i can make a difference with my particular area of interest for research and a great medical education.
 
notawonk said:
I interviewed in late September, I vaguely remember them telling us not to send a letter of intent. Can anyone confirm this? Perhaps a currently accepted and/or medical student who may have insight on whether or not sending such letter would be a good/bad idea, please? Thank you!

I'm highly interested in going to school here for various reasons but mostly because I think i can make a difference with my particular area of interest for research and a great medical education.
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I called them and they said 'no updates.' I took that to include letters of intent. Considering that they will only accept ~25 percent of their class before March, I wouldn't worry about it. I would wait and if you aren't accepted by March 15, send a letter of intent. At that point you have nothing to lose.
 
Previous posters have said that they called and were told that no update letters were accepted. They kind of were accepted the year I applied (they were only accepted for big updates).
*edit* I apparently forgot to write the second half of the post (that's what I get for posting after staying up with a baby all night haha) anyway, I meant to follow up my last sentence with the statement that they are clearly not accepted this year. Thanks for clarifying that Vellez.
 
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If they say don't send them, don't send them. I don't see the debate here. I understand that you are all anxious to get in, but the reality is that many won't.
 
ChackieJan said:
I called them and they said 'no updates.' I took that to include letters of intent. Considering that they will only accept ~25 percent of their class before March, I wouldn't worry about it. I would wait and if you aren't accepted by March 15, send a letter of intent. At that point you have nothing to lose.
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zhopv10 said:
Previous posters have said that they called and were told that no update letters were accepted. They kind of were accepted the year I applied (they were only accepted for big updates).
*edit* I apparently forgot to write the second half of the post (that's what I get for posting after staying up with a baby all night haha) anyway, I meant to follow up my last sentence with the statement that they are clearly not accepted this year. Thanks for clarifying that Vellez.
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vellez said:
If they say don't send them, don't send them. I don't see the debate here. I understand that you are all anxious to get in, but the reality is that many won't.
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Thanks guys. I know that update letters are different than actively expressing why you want to attend their school via a letter of intent, but that does come across as desperate -- just wanted people's opinions on what the reality of these types of letters were. If they really did help or hinder my application.
 
Well I just got my ii, NOTE TO EVERYONE WAITING ON II: check your junk mail, mine was sent yesterday and by some act of God instead of deleting all of my junk mail as I usually do, I decided to go through it. Can anyone guess where I found my precious ii? That's right folks in the junk mail.
 
Scurried out of lab and answered a call from SLC this morning at 8:30. On the other line was Dr. Chan asking, "Hello (my name), how would you like to move to SLC this fall to begin your medical school career?" I couldn't even answer the man I was so excited. What finally came out was-I think- "This is one of the best days of my life I will see you in August" but I can't be sure. One of my top choices from the start and a long-shot at that for being an OOS app with no ties to the state. I wish everyone the best of luck and cannot wait to meet class of 2020 in August! For those who might be wondering I interviewed December 7th and if there is anything else you'd like to know please ask!
 
sosoSoCalpreMD said:
Scurried out of lab and answered a call from SLC this morning at 8:30. On the other line was Dr. Chan asking, "Hello (my name), how would you like to move to SLC this fall to begin your medical school career?" I couldn't even answer the man I was so excited. What finally came out was-I think- "This is one of the best days of my life I will see you in August" but I can't be sure. One of my top choices from the start and a long-shot at that for being an OOS app with no ties to the state. I wish everyone the best of luck and cannot wait to meet class of 2020 in August! For those who might be wondering I interviewed December 7th and if there is anything else you'd like to know please ask!
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Oh I fondly remember the call from Dr. Chan! He asked me how I felt about moving to SLC and I was like.....HECK YEAH!
 
LloydChristmas90 said:
How many people are in the class of 2020 UUSOM Facebook group for those who have been accepted? I'm just curious to know how many acceptances have gone out so far.
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They haven't started accepting people into the FB group yet. I tried joining a few weeks ago and the admin messaged me and said she will add me in the Spring but they have not yet "officially opened the page."
 
vellez said:
Oh I fondly remember the call from Dr. Chan! He asked me how I felt about moving to SLC and I was like.....HECK YEAH!
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Seriously that guy is so fun to talk to and I really felt he was excited to tell me. I can't wait to see and speak to him in person.
 
Is this school still givin II ? Has anyone been rejected yet ? I have heard no word since the " we apologize this is taking longer ...." Email 🙁
 
Em4234 said:
Is this school still givin II ? Has anyone been rejected yet ? I have heard no word since the " we apologize this is taking longer ...." Email 🙁
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I barley got mine last week so I am sure they are sending them out still. Check your junk mail cuz that's where mine ended up!

Good luck friend
 
Just set my interview date for February. Hopefully I'll get to meet some of you!
 
Still no interview. I think I've at least earned that. I hate this school...
 
roadrunnerMD said:
Are interview invitations still being offered to UofU or is it a lost cause by this time?
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Seriously. I've received some love from OOS schools but this is my state school and it feels wierd to not here anything at all. What's up with that, Utah?

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II today! Finally. Complete in September.

Can anyone who has interviewed so far speak to their experience of the interview day? It sounds very involved. Also, what's the deal with this exam thing?
 
beepbeepbeep said:
II today! Finally. Complete in September.

Can anyone who has interviewed so far speak to their experience of the interview day? It sounds very involved. Also, what's the deal with this exam thing?
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The interview day is really nice. I actually enjoyed interviewing here. Everyone is super nice. I was scared of the MMIs but at the end I actually ended up liking them. The exam was probably my least favorite part of the day because it is all ethical examples that are going to be challenging but I don't think there is really a right or wrong answer. Good luck 🙂
 
captain.howdy said:
Accepted!! Got the call from Dr. Chan this morning! IS, interviewed 12/21.
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I interviewed the same day, so whoever you are, I know that this acceptance went to someone awesome because we had a stellar interview group!! Congratulations!
 
beepbeepbeep said:
II today! Finally. Complete in September.

Can anyone who has interviewed so far speak to their experience of the interview day? It sounds very involved. Also, what's the deal with this exam thing?
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Interview day is awesome! Don't let how intense it sounds frighten you. Just be yourself and have fun with it. My only real advice would be, that if by chance you feel one of your interviews or MMIs goes poorly, shake it off and don't let it affect the rest of your interviews/MMIs. The U is super holistic and will take the whole interview day into account.

And as stated previously, the exam thing was my least favorite part as well. Mainly because it's an ethical exam, and I feel like most people, especially smart, intuitive pre medical students, can figure out what answers are more appropriate than other answers even if that isn't what they would actually do in a real life scenario. So take that for what's it worth, do you best, and have fun interviewing at such a great school!!
 
Did anyone else who interviewed on 12/7 and hear back yet? I had a really fun group and want to know if any of you will be attending the U next fall =D
 
Acceptance offer today!!!!! Interviewed 01/08 and got a phone call this morning that I definitely was not expecting. *huge sigh of relief*

I am so stoked to go here, and wish all of you still applying the best of luck! This was my third year applying, so don't give up if it's what you really wanna do.
 
xyphr said:
Congratulations to all that were accepted! I have to ask, because I'm not really sure, but is there anyone here that has been accepted and is OOS? From my knowledge, there's only been a couple, but I just wanted to double check!
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According to the interview they only accept 10 OOS applicants, and I've seen a few on this forum. (correct me if I'm misremembering)
 
laserjeff said:
Acceptance offer today!!!!! Interviewed 01/08 and got a phone call this morning that I definitely was not expecting. *huge sigh of relief*

I am so stoked to go here, and wish all of you still applying the best of luck! This was my third year applying, so don't give up if it's what you really wanna do.
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Congrats!!! That is a fast turnaround. Did Dr. Chan call you?
 
xyphr said:
Thanks for your reply @Dr. Death but if I'm not mistaken, they're doing it differently this year. In previous years, they interviewed over 150 applicants for 10 or so acceptances. But during our interview day, Dr. Chan specifically said that they'll be matriculating 14 OOS students (not counting Idaho), accepting about twice that number (~28 people), and interviewing four times that number (~56 people). Which was pretty nice TBH, essentially means that OOS people have a 50% shot of acceptance post interview compared to previous years where it was next to impossible haha!
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That seems way nice for OOS students, since IS students have around a 30 percent chance of being accepted. (or less even)
 
ErbB1 said:
I love when people say healthcare is a right, especially when their reasoning is: "well, healthcare/health is the most fundamental thing to a person's ability to achieve happiness etc."

But what is even more fundamental than that? Food, water, clothes, housing? ****. Why not just give free food, water, and all the necessities an individual needs to everyone? Those are the truly most fundamental necessities to one's happiness. FREE THINGS FOR EVERYONE!!!!

Healthcare is not a basic human right, it's a privilege that most americans just take for granted.
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sosoSoCalpreMD said:
Yup! OOS from California here
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+1

OOS Cali
 
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