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So there's a student interview (that's optional) and then there's a second interview. I think the second interview is extended on an as-needed basis in case they need more info?
 
minerva109 said:
Hey everyone! I'm a current 4th year at NJMS and if you guys have questions about the school or the application process I'm happy to help. I'm a student interviewer and work with the admissions committee. I know this year's cycle is extra weird so best of luck!
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Is a car necessary for years 1+2? Years 3+4? Any experience with the bus system? What is something you wish you knew before starting at NJMS? Thanks!
 
blue_whale said:
Is a car necessary for years 1+2? Years 3+4? Any experience with the bus system? What is something you wish you knew before starting at NJMS? Thanks!
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A car is definitely needed for years three and four. If you live on campus you might not need one for years one and two but then you're basically stuck on campus. If you're talking about the shuttle that runs between campuses and Newark Penn I've taken it a few times to the train station and it's fine but since I have a car I don't really need it.
 
I got the interview scheduling email yesterday/official invite today, and I was wondering if the Dean's session is mandatory or if it's kind of a supplemental thing? just because I'd have to be asking for so much time off work and idk if I can 🙁
 
minerva109 said:
Hey everyone! I'm a current 4th year at NJMS and if you guys have questions about the school or the application process I'm happy to help. I'm a student interviewer and work with the admissions committee. I know this year's cycle is extra weird so best of luck!
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Hi, thank you for taking the time to speak with us! I was wondering what you, as a student interviewer, look for in us? Or if you can clue me in to what kinds of questions are asked, either in the faculty or student interview? This is my first interview (and for my first choice school) so I want to be extra prepared.
 
MedG0rl513 said:
Hi, thank you for taking the time to speak with us! I was wondering what you, as a student interviewer, look for in us? Or if you can clue me in to what kinds of questions are asked, either in the faculty or student interview? This is my first interview (and for my first choice school) so I want to be extra prepared.
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As a student interviewer I honestly look mostly for enthusiasm and being able to hold a decent conversation. I always read personal statements and the blurbs you guys write about your extracurriculars but just to know more about the applicant rather than to judge anyone by that. You would be surprised at the amount of people who act like they don't want to be talking with me or even at the interview at all. The student interview is generally more relaxed than the faculty interview. I usually ask people things like what they're most looking forward to in med school, how they're hoping to get involved and the standard why NJMS among other questions about extracurriculars or any other topics that come up over the course of the discussion.
 
JumbaJoo said:
Accepted!! Interviewed 9/9!

Quick question: if I fill out all the stuff the school is asking for, does that mean that I am officially committing to attend NJMS? Or am I simply reserving my spot? Thanks!
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No it doesn't
 
Question: I never received a confirmation email from NJMS that my application is complete even though it told me I would receive one after I submitted my secondary...but online it's marked as complete. Do i need to contact them?
 
qc2173 said:
Question: I never received a confirmation email from NJMS that my application is complete even though it told me I would receive one after I submitted my secondary...but online it's marked as complete. Do i need to contact them?
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I would contact them. I received a complete confirmation email.
 
I'm interviewing tomorrow but don't have a ton of information about it. I know it starts with a "brief welcome" but how long is the virtual interview day?
 
lumaley said:
I'm interviewing tomorrow but don't have a ton of information about it. I know it starts with a "brief welcome" but how long is the virtual interview day?
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The "brief welcome" is simply them checking your photo ID. You don't have to log back on until your interview time, unless you opted to sign up for a student interview. The Thursday of the week you interview, there is a Q+A with the deans from 12-12:45, and a Q+A with students from 12:45 to 1:30ish. You are expected to attend this as well. Good luck!!!!
 
Has anyone done the "second interview" and can tell me more about it? I'm terrified all over again.
 
Quick question - did anyone send thank you letters after your interview? No one mentioned anything so I'm not sure where to send it/upload it/if they want them
 
MedG0rl513 said:
Has anyone done the "second interview" and can tell me more about it? I'm terrified all over again.
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I had to do a second interview for ED. It was pretty straight forward but they grilled me more. My interviewer had a list of things he specifically wanted to get ask me whereas my first interview was more surface level and conversational. I ultimately got accepted but it seems they’re doing the second interview more this year than in the past.

It’s definitely a good thing. at this point they’re looking for a reason to accept u instead of weed u out.
 
lumaley said:
Quick question - did anyone send thank you letters after your interview? No one mentioned anything so I'm not sure where to send it/upload it/if they want them
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I just sent a thank you email to my interviewer. If you didn't get their contact info then maybe you can email the admissions office for their email or about sending a letter. I don't think they'd mind.
 
predmed12321 said:
I had to do a second interview for ED. It was pretty straight forward but they grilled me more. My interviewer had a list of things he specifically wanted to get ask me whereas my first interview was more surface level and conversational. I ultimately got accepted but it seems they’re doing the second interview more this year than in the past.

It’s definitely a good thing. at this point they’re looking for a reason to accept u instead of weed u out.
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Thank you!!! Was it a full interview as well?
 
for the Dean's session, is it business casual/interview attire just like the interview?
 
I had my second interview last week. Prepare to have your application picked apart for flaws. I was asked about Ws, what I've been doing for the last few months, all of my work/activities and the like.
 
UnitedStates said:
I had my second interview last week. Prepare to have your application picked apart for flaws. I was asked about Ws, what I've been doing for the last few months, all of my work/activities and the like.
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how did you get a second interview? I have only had one? I also participated with an optional student interview but thats it
 
milanooooooo said:
how did you get a second interview? I have only had one? I also participated with an optional student interview but thats it
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Depends on if they want to find out more. I got accepted just after one. I guess they thought they knew enough about me. It seems like the second interview is used to clear up inconsistencies or simply find out more.
 
mk1423357 said:
Depends on if they want to find out more. I got accepted just after one. I guess they thought they knew enough about me. It seems like the second interview is used to clear up inconsistencies or simply find out more.
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Yup, just had it today, that's exactly what it was for!
 
IS, secondary complete 8/28 and no communication since then :/ should I assume anything from this lol
 
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