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Hey all, does anyone know if they send out post-II R/WL? I looked back over the last few pages and didn't see any (but I could also be stupid and just have read over/missed it!)
Definitely! It seems like most people receive HPWL, with some regular WLs sprinkled in. I haven't noticed any Rs, but that doesn't mean they don't happen. If you look harder, you'll see the WLs. There are a ton of them.Hey all, does anyone know if they send out post-II R/WL? I looked back over the last few pages and didn't see any (but I could also be stupid and just have read over/missed it!)
Definitely! It seems like most people receive HPWL, with some regular WLs sprinkled in. I haven't noticed any Rs, but that doesn't mean they don't happen. If you look harder, you'll see the WLs. There are a ton of them.
I was accepted in the fall and had my FAFSA/etc. materials in very quickly. I haven't received anything yet. I was under the impression that award letters normally came towards the spring, but I could be totally wrong. They have a lovely administration who are very reachable however if you have any questions.Has anyone received a financial aid package yet? If so, about how long after acceptance did it take to arrive?
Thanks!
Thank you!I was accepted in the fall and had my FAFSA/etc. materials in very quickly. I haven't received anything yet. I was under the impression that award letters normally came towards the spring, but I could be totally wrong. They have a lovely administration who are very reachable however if you have any questions.
My app has been ‘under review’ since like October idk what to think at this pointHow many IIs and interview days are we thinking for SKMC? I really want to go here and I'm really hoping my stats aren't holding me back loved absolutely everything I've seen from Jefferson throughout info sessions, talking with students, and even an accidental phone call with Dr. Emilius. I'm turning my hand into a pretzel with how hard I'm crossing my fingers
I'm not even looking at the "under review" part anymore lolMy app has been ‘under review’ since like October idk what to think at this point
Also to add on, around what time do they typically call? And what is the area code?Any calls today?
Congrats! When did you interview?just got the call! 3:30 for anyone looking back on this.
1/26Congrats! When did you interview?
Area code 215Also to add on, around what time do they typically call? And what is the area code?
Congrats! what time?Got the call today! Is something supposed to change on the portal?
Congrats!! What time did you get the call?Also got the call today! Interview 2/9
Thank you! Just after 4pmCongrats!! What time did you get the call?
Around 3:30/3:45Congrats! what time?
I sent a combo update/ interest letter because I’ve heard the SKMC loves love letters. Can’t be sure if it actually had an impact, but I did send one.Those of you who got accepted, did you send thank you letters or any letters of intent/interest/updates after the interview?
I sent thank you notes to my interviewers but that’s itThose of you who got accepted, did you send thank you letters or any letters of intent/interest/updates after the interview?
I sure hope so, someone I know there said last year a lot of their friends now came from the march interview datesDo we think SKMC is still sending out II?
Any current Jeff students on here? Recently accepted and was wondering if I could DM some questions
OTOH, I know someone who has had a March interview date at Jefferson scheduled for over a month now!I sure hope so, someone I know there said last year a lot of their friends now came from the march interview dates
OTOH, I know someone who has had a March interview date at Jefferson scheduled for over a month now!
I have no idea whether or not they are done with IIs, but please keep in mind that IIs are typically scheduled weeks or months in advance, and it is now 2/24. Most IIs at most schools are all gone now, even if interviewing will continue for a few more weeks.
The exceptions to this are fill-ins for last minute cancellations, which do occur at this point in cycle. So there is always hope until they are done interviewing, but I have resigned myself to the fact that every school that has ghosted me to this point will eventually result in a R. It's really the only healthy way to feel at the end of February. Personally, I am going to allow myself to be pleasantly surprised if the unexpected happens and a very late II appears in my inbox, rather than clinging to hope. YMMV.
I recently got an interview invite! So yesI sure hope so, someone I know there said last year a lot of their friends now came from the march interview dates
As did i!I recently got an interview invite! So yes
I recently got an interview invite! So yes
What dates did you get them? And when is your interview scheduled for?As did i!
I received my II on Feb 23rd, and scheduled my interview for March 16th (it was the only date available)What dates did you get them? And when is your interview scheduled for?
I received the invite on 2/15 and saw dates in the first 2 weeks of March.What dates did you get them? And when is your interview scheduled for?
Does Jeff still have P/F with internal rankings in thirds? I am a little scared about that.
Does Jeff still have P/F with internal rankings in thirds? I am a little scared about that.
Agreed on this, but to hopefully reduce some stress: every post-match panel given by matched students shows successful matching regardless of your rank/which third you are in. Sure, if you want a top program you need to be a top student, but if every other program was being picky, there would be plenty of unfilled positions. We know there are very few unfilled programs based on the data put out. It's not something to be really worried about - even if you are in the bottom third with our class size, programs have no way to differentiate if you're #180 or 280. IMO being a top 1/3 student is more beneficial than being bottom 1/3 is detrimentalYea, we still have internal rankings in thirds. It's actually a little different than that though. You can take a look at the student handbook for specific details but the gist of it is we're ranked internally into Top 10, Top 10%, and then Top/Middle/Bottom third. At the end of preclinical years the top 25% of the class (based on preclinical Block Exam and Clinical Skills Exams grades (not quizzes)) is eligible for AOA, and then when you apply for residency your preclinical grades and your clinical grades are averaged and the rank of Top 10, top 10%, or top/middle/bottom third is reported on your MSPE (medical school performance evaluation) letter. There are some other things that are actually just true P/F though (SI, humanities classes/electives, etc.)
I talked about this before in this thread but I have mixed feelings about it. On one hand, having internal rankings kind of sucks because it still feels like you're competing with your classmates and adds a layer of stress to things. On the other hand, I've read in a lot of places that having rankings is actually a good thing in pretty much every school outside of the Top 20 because it gives students a way to differentiate themselves. I personally wish we didn't have rankings though.
It's not something that openly causes feelings of competitiveness amongst the students though. My entire class is super collaborative and the issue of rankings almost never comes up. It's just something that's kind of there in the back of our minds whenever we take a block exam. Being in the Top 10 will definitely help you come time for residency apps, but I feel that unless you're in the Top 10 or in the bottom third it's not something that will really change the outcome of your residency application significantly. There are rumors that preclinical grades in all schools may become more important now that Step is P/F but the truth is we don't really know.
Tl;dr - yeah it's kind of unfortunate that there's internal rankings in my opinion but there are pros/cons to having it.
This^^^^. My research confirms that this is an unfortunate fact of life for people at schools outside the T20 or so that have aspirations to go into competitive specialties or to top residencies.Tl;dr - yeah it's kind of unfortunate that there's internal rankings in my opinion but there are pros/cons to having it.
they send you an email about financial aid to the student emailAny recently accepted students confused on how applying for financial aid works here? I submitted my deposit the other day and got an email today to set up my "campus ID" and log into my student email, but I still haven't seen anything re: financial aid. Feels weird to be setting up an email address + account before committing or submitting a fin aid application - anyone else in the same boat?
Thanks!!they send you an email about financial aid to the student email
Accepted applicant here. Genuinely, interview day at jeff is so fun!! Best interview experience by far!! My student interview was very laid back and conversational, talked a lot about hobbies and stuff. Faculty was also laid back as well but more centered on your application. I didn't have any weird or trick questions or anything, just 2 people trying to get to know you. I happened to know a bit about Philly already and some of the issues in the area, so I brought those up and how I wanted to help that and my interviewer really liked that. So, added bonus if you know a bit about Philly issues and initiatives, but just be yourself and have fun!!Any advice for the interview here!?