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Anyone not get an email from Certiphi for the background check yet?
Didn’t they say that they only do the background check after you pay the matriculation fee. That way they don’t pay to run one on someone who decides not to attend by April 31
 
Didn’t they say that they only do the background check after you pay the matriculation fee. That way they don’t pay to run one on someone who decides not to attend by April 31
Okay that makes sense. Thanks!
 
I submitted 10/15. I got a completion email but nothing so far. I should hear something this month, but I also have low stats. So it definitely depends how competitive you are as well!
Where you an undeserved student? I wonder if being an underserved student is what they are looking for! My stats are pretty high and its been total silence!
 
Anyone not get an email from Certiphi for the background check yet?
I got an email from Certiphi earlier today but it said it was for a school in which I was either conditionally accepted or waitlisted...well i didn't get any conditional acceptances but I did get waitlisted at 1 (not Howard). So if they are having to pay for the background check, do you think this could this be a sign that they are planning to accept me?
 
I got an email from Certiphi earlier today but it said it was for a school in which I was either conditionally accepted or waitlisted...well i didn't get any conditional acceptances but I did get waitlisted at 1 (not Howard). So if they are having to pay for the background check, do you think this could this be a sign that they are planning to accept me?
WL'd people also get sent the Certiphi background check email so this is normal. As far as whether they are planning to accept you or not all depends on movement! But definitely possible!

What I don't get is that I have been accepted to multiple schools early on already and still haven't received the Certiphi email.
 
WL'd people also get sent the Certiphi background check email so this is normal. As far as whether they are planning to accept you or not all depends on movement! But definitely possible!

What I don't get is that I have been accepted to multiple schools early on already and still haven't received the Certiphi email.
Exactly. How do I get the email for a school where I got waitlisted before the schools I actually got accepted to lol
 
I’m losing hope with Howard...and this was my #1 for 3 years now 🙁
I wouldn’t lose hope, while its getting late, there is still a chance and even if you don’t get its alright! Give your 100% for next cycle ❤️
 
anyone else have luck sending an update and hearing back?
I sent one a while back and got a confirmation email around midnight. I also sent another one over the break about a publication, but I haven’t gotten a confirmation, but will wait a few days. I can imagine them needing to catch up. I’d call if you don’t hear back within 4-5 days.
 
I sent one a while back and got a confirmation email around midnight. I also sent another one over the break about a publication, but I haven’t gotten a confirmation, but will wait a few days. I can imagine them needing to catch up. I’d call if you don’t hear back within 4-5 days.
great, thats what i thought thanks! holding my breath for an interview here LOL
 
I just reviewed my secondary app and realized, I wouldn't extend an II to myself if I were them. While my answers were nice and polished, the questions specially say "Please indicate, Yes or No and then explain/describe briefly in 250 words or less". I noticed I did not say "yes" to any of the questions, I just answered them. Feeling like an idiot because I can't blame anyone but myself. Maybe I'll send an update email but it prob won't do much good.
 
I just reviewed my secondary app and realized, I wouldn't extend an II to myself if I were them. While my answers were nice and polished, the questions specially say "Please indicate, Yes or No and then explain/describe briefly in 250 words or less". I noticed I did not say "yes" to any of the questions, I just answered them. Feeling like an idiot because I can't blame anyone but myself. Maybe I'll send an update email but it prob won't do much good.
Don't beat yourself up. I guarantee you are not the first person to do this and truly you will not be the last.
 
Don't beat yourself up. I guarantee you are not the first person to do this and truly you will not be the last.
That may be true. It just sucks because they receive so many applications that they could possibly be looking for anything to place someone in the R pile.
 
Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg is donating $100 million to the nation's four historically Black medical schools: Howard University's College of Medicine in Washington, the Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta, Meharry Medical College in Nashville, and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science in Los Angeles. The schools said they will use the donations to create scholarships of up to $100,000 for students currently enrolled and receiving financial aid. I hope those who get to attend this school will be able to receive this awesome financial gift! 😀

Did the other school's money come with strings attached or was this just a meharry thing?
 

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Sent an update too and just heard back today stating that it was received and added to my file. Here's to hoping for an II too. Good luck <3
How do you send updates? Is it in your secondary page ?
 
I just reviewed my secondary app and realized, I wouldn't extend an II to myself if I were them. While my answers were nice and polished, the questions specially say "Please indicate, Yes or No and then explain/describe briefly in 250 words or less". I noticed I did not say "yes" to any of the questions, I just answered them. Feeling like an idiot because I can't blame anyone but myself. Maybe I'll send an update email but it prob won't do much good.
Don't worry too much. I answered Yes or No when I could but due to the character count, I left that part out of a couple of the questions just b/c I needed those few extra characters. And I got accepted.
 
Does anyone remember the names of who they interviewed with?
 
anyone who has interviewed, do we really have to wear earbuds or headphones like they say during the interview day?
 
anyone who has interviewed, do we really have to wear earbuds or headphones like they say during the interview day?
There were a couple people in my group who didn’t. It’s probably just to limit outside noise but better safe than sorry!
 
Hey guys! Question to people who received II: any tips or advice on prepping for the interview? I'm a bit of a nervous individual, and would love to hear how it went for those who have had one already!
Just be comfortable talking about your journey and backing it up with real experiences. It’s an enjoyable interview tbh! Since it’s all via Zoom, I’d practice talking into the camera on whatever device you’re gonna use!
 
I got that email in September as well and haven't heard from them since then. it's been five months since I got that email.
Oh a lord lol. Do you think sending updates after this will be useful or have they already made up their mind?
 
I just reviewed my secondary app and realized, I wouldn't extend an II to myself if I were them. While my answers were nice and polished, the questions specially say "Please indicate, Yes or No and then explain/describe briefly in 250 words or less". I noticed I did not say "yes" to any of the questions, I just answered them. Feeling like an idiot because I can't blame anyone but myself. Maybe I'll send an update email but it prob won't do much good.
You are OKAY! 😂 They understand you actually took a College Composition course. You don’t have to answer everything explicitly “Yes” or “No.” As long as you answered the question, you are fine.
 
Congrats! Did they tell you it was gonna be about that long or are they just a little behind? I interviewed 12/8 and they said we would probably hear back today lol
Yeah they are very behind lol. They told me I was supposed to hear back by December 10th at lastest.
 
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