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Do you know if they're going to do rolling acceptances after this or will it be like two days in two months and then waitlisted and case by case basis?
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Do you know if they're going to do rolling acceptances after this or will it be like two days in two months and then waitlisted and case by case basis?
So no rejections are sent out in December? Those who did not receive a call are in the active pool?
Thanks for calling.. you answered my question!
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I believe so.
Seemed that way! Basically if we don't receive a phone call by tomorrow telling us we are accepted than they made it sound like we will eventually receive an email letting us know we are in the active pool to be considered the next time the committee meets.
October 7th. OOS, LizzyM 65, 2 years research, veteran. Goodluck!
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Got the "active pool" email...
Nobody calls 'cause nobody cares ='(
Nobody calls 'cause nobody cares ='(
Got the "active pool email" also, interviewed Oct 7th
Active pool as well from October 7, clearly some us were so outstanding they have to take more time to read about us....... right?
Are they still sending out IIs?
Follow up question - for those of you that have interviewed, is a 5:45 flight out of ROA possible? They said the day should end around 3:30
Yeah fly to Roanoke. A 5:30 departure should be safe. Good luck
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sometimes a flight into lynchburg can be cheaper. Lynchburg is about 45min away and I know there is a bus that goes between Roanoke and Lynchburg and they are opening a passenger rail service between the 2 towns but I have no idea when that opens. Its been a lil while since I lived there.
They interview once a month and the last one is the second saturday of february
They haven’t done this January yet have they?
Next weekend
If you know 100% you want to attend that school, I would withdraw and give the interview to someone else. If you are curious about VTC, I would invest the money into flying out there to take a better look at their program. It's truly unique, and I am looking forward to my interview here this weekend!
I'm not a 100% set on going to that school. Does anyone know if lectures are mandatory at Virginia Tech? And is it Pass/fail?
lectures are not mandatory, and it is pass/fail.
Ok thank you!! Looking forward to the interview.
Do you know if it is true pass/fail or if they do internal rankings?
There are no internal rankings; however, there are letters of distinction that are given for each domain.
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Does anybody know the difference between letter of intent and letter of interest? It's on the "update my application" page on their applicant portal. I am just curious as to what the difference is as I've seen them used interchangeably.
Letter of interest is basically just reiterating why you are interested in that school. A letter of intent is saying if you get into that school you will go. You can send as many letters of interest as you want, it would be disingenuous to send more than one letter of intent.
I've searched my emails and this forum to no avail, so I'll ask: when are the next dates they'll send out acceptances?
I'm not sure about the next date, but for the January interview group decisions are released in March (date unspecified).
Hi. I am a current M1 at the school, and can attest that all of our educational domains (basic science, clinical, research, and IPL) are true P/F. Letters of distinction can be awarded in each of these domains for students to include in their residency applications based on academic performance and/or faculty recommendation.
Hey. Do you mind answering a few questions for me. What's your day typically like? Also, how is the PBL curriculum set up? Is it hard to adjust to? Thanks!!
Certainly.
My day to day schedule as an M1 varies quite a bit, and it is hard to get into specifics. However, I will give you a general idea of what the curriculum is like, which I believe is what you are trying to get at. The schedule is currently set up where all of our basic science lectures are set up in the morning (8AM-12PM). These lectures are not mandatory, but are available for individuals who prefer to learn in a more lecture format. Interspersed within these lecture times is PBL. As VTC prides themselves in centering their curriculum on PBL, you will actually be spending a large amount of time presenting and discussing clinical cases in small groups. Accordingly, cases are written by clinicians and intimately linked with the material that you are currently learning in the lectures. For example, if you are learning about metabolism during one of your weeks, you can bet that your PBL case most likely has some type of metabolic issue. The PBLs are mandatory, and you are expected to present on relevant topics correlated to both the material learned from basic science lecture and corresponding clinical material.
Personally, I enjoy PBL. It is a different way of learning that I feel engages me with the expectations of what is expected of me when I hit clerkships in my subsequent years. While the basic science I learn from lecture (e.g. physiology, anatomy, embryology, pharmacology...) helps me understand how the body functions, PBL allows me to practice my differential skills and apply clinical findings from labs/physical examinations to a potential causes of what is happening. In addition, PBL is a great way to get a head start on understanding clinical language, thought processes, and develop essential communication skills as a doctor. By getting all of this practice early on in your years, you won't feel as intimidated as a student when you step into the wards and are expected to present your findings to the attending on a day to day basis. PBL gives you a safe and simulated environment to hone such skills amongst your peers and a chosen faculty facilitator.
In terms of adjusting to the curriculum, I do admit it is difficult in the beginning simply because you have no real understanding of what to expect. Naturally, some adjust quicker than others, but regardless of your pace, there is plenty of resources that the school offers for free to make sure you have all the help you need. This includes student tutoring, open office hours, and a variety of free practice test materials in the library. In addition, with the way the school is set up, you get to know your PBL group very well. As you are each going through this as newbies, everyone tends to form very close-knit relationships with their group including sharing resources, holding tutoring sessions, and looking out for one another. It definitely makes a huge difference in the experience you may have at say a school with a bigger class. You get to know all your classmates, and it becomes a huge benefit!
Hopefully, this answers your question. Feel free to PM or reach out if you have more.
Of course, feel free to reach out on this forum or PM me.
Thanks so much for your thorough answer!!
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Rejected preII just now (finally...), complete in late July.
R........RRRRRR. I am stoked, yahuu. I already got accepted from somewhere else, happy for closure of this cycle.
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+2 they said they are done reviewing apps so I assume everyone has now either gotten a II or an R.
And when did they say acceptances go out next? March?
It was a rejection email, so they didn't mention acceptances
They mentioned that the groups that interview in Jan and Feb will hear around March.
For those in the active pool, we were told we would be considered for admission, again, in the April round of acceptances. It seems like those interviewed post-December, were told March. I am pretty sure it is going to be one or the other though, since they have three rounds of acceptances and have already gone through two of those three.
