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Did anyone go to on-campus day?
I’m going on Friday. I live instate so not the hardest. Don’t exactly want to drive 4 hours but I will if it helps.Did anyone go to on-campus day?
Definitely keep me posted on how everything goes! I'm still deciding whether or not to go — I’m in Texas, so it’ll be a bit of a cost and I’ll need to figure out time off work. But I’m leaning toward making the trip near the end of next month because I really want to make this my new home 😀I’m going on Friday. I live instate so not the hardest. Don’t exactly want to drive 4 hours but I will if it helps.
I thought the directions said Q1 was a practice question, so I sat there for 2 min staring at the screen.. Didn't the directions say that?Hi guys, just completed the video interview. I thought I completely botched it. Did anyone else feel bad about the interview and still get an A? I felt completely awkward and unnatural during the whole thing 🙁
Yea it was a practice question and the directions stated that the answer for that question was not going to be used to evaluate the interview so you should be fine. I still cannot stress how awkward that experience was I felt like the timer just made me word salad my way through the interview 🙁I thought the directions said Q1 was a practice question, so I sat there for 2 min staring at the screen.. Didn't the directions say that?
Anyway, yeah your're still likely in a better position than me lol
How was on campus day? I’m going next Friday (April 4th). I’m flying in from VA so I was wondering what the timing of the day was like?I’m going on Friday. I live instate so not the hardest. Don’t exactly want to drive 4 hours but I will if it helps.
Thank you so much. Nicely done.I went to the on campus day yesterday and it was a good experience. They start off with a talk from the dean. He seems very nice and engaged. He talked about changes to how the first year is structured next year due to feedback from students. That’s about an hour or so.
Next is the group interview. It was a nice experience and the other students seemed engaged. Just be prepared to talk, listen to the other students and refer to their answers in yours, and stuff like that. Don’t be afraid to speak. This is your chance to impress who you are in a different way than those silly talking to camera video interviews. It felt like it went by so fast. Didn’t drag at all.
OMM demonstration was next. It was fine, the professor going over it was expertly competent at it. We all had to huddle around the front to see though.
Then PBL class was great. We got a first hand view of what it looks like. It is how I learned medicine in my experience, so this is the number one reason I’d choice LECOM. They went over the way they learned the cases, roles on the teams, how they present them, and all that. Didn’t finish the case sadly, I wanted to know how it was going to end up being, and I actually had an idea, so that was neat. Really enjoyed that experience and by leaps and bounds the reason I’d chose this school.
Went on a tour from the student ambassadors, they were very nice and open to answer questions about the school. Reiterated a lot of what was already discussed. A lot of the study is independent, so have to be a strong self starter to function well in the program. But reiterated that the admin is responsive to what works and what doesn’t.
Then had the head admissions woman give us a talk and was very open about their process. And for the folks who want to get in, it is really heavily implied that it is in your best interest to go to one of these things if this school is a top choice. Your performance in the group interview and just showing up are taken into account. That’s just an overall disclaimer, I don’t know if it is true but it is what is said. Went over how they evaluate the vid interview, their committee that makes decisions, and the ultimate decision making process. Timeline is normally 3-6 weeks for some decision which is acceptance, waitlist, refer to masters (if they feel that they could benefit), or rejection with advice to reapply. The class is currently “full” but that is couched by her explaining that there is a ton of movement. Especially this time of year. Expect a ton of movement in April and May when AMCAS and AACOMAS makes students with multiple acceptances make a decision. How much? Can’t say.
If you are offered an acceptance. She made it a point to say they will call you, from a 941 area code, and verbally give you an offer. So hear is the biggest piece, if you are offered admission you have 24 hours to send a $2000 dollar deposit. She did say that this was aggressive, and it is to be sure, but I do get it from the school‘s perspective is that they just want to know who’s in their class. And it is a deposit so you get it taken off of your first semester’s tuition. But if you are not having the school as your first or second choice you just have to know that you literally will be asked to put your money where your mouth is. They do not want to be someone’s second choice, or fall back plan. Which to be fair, I respect, at least they’re being upfront about it. I think that’s why they put so much emphasis on coming to one of these on campus days so you can see what it’s really like, interact with people, and really decide if this is where you want your medical education to be.
I know this was long winded, but I wanted to give everyone here enough information to make an informed choice. Overall, I think it is worth it to come to one of these. Even if you’re an out of state student as long as you’re serious about going to this school. I believe we had a students from Virginia, California, and Texas in the 20 or so people that came. Forgive any spelling errors. I dictated a lot of this on my iPad so forgive any spelling errors or missing context.
I am going to the On Campus day on April 4 and I was wondering if it would be a good idea to send my letter of intent right afterwards. Or is it better to send the LOI after you've been waitlisted?I went to the on campus day yesterday and it was a good experience. They start off with a talk from the dean. He seems very nice and engaged. He talked about changes to how the first year is structured next year due to feedback from students. That’s about an hour or so.
Next is the group interview. It was a nice experience and the other students seemed engaged. Just be prepared to talk, listen to the other students and refer to their answers in yours, and stuff like that. Don’t be afraid to speak. This is your chance to impress who you are in a different way than those silly talking to camera video interviews. It felt like it went by so fast. Didn’t drag at all.
OMM demonstration was next. It was fine, the professor going over it was expertly competent at it. We all had to huddle around the front to see though.
Then PBL class was great. We got a first hand view of what it looks like. It is how I learned medicine in my experience, so this is the number one reason I’d choice LECOM. They went over the way they learned the cases, roles on the teams, how they present them, and all that. Didn’t finish the case sadly, I wanted to know how it was going to end up being, and I actually had an idea, so that was neat. Really enjoyed that experience and by leaps and bounds the reason I’d chose this school.
Went on a tour from the student ambassadors, they were very nice and open to answer questions about the school. Reiterated a lot of what was already discussed. A lot of the study is independent, so have to be a strong self starter to function well in the program. But reiterated that the admin is responsive to what works and what doesn’t.
Then had the head admissions woman give us a talk and was very open about their process. And for the folks who want to get in, it is really heavily implied that it is in your best interest to go to one of these things if this school is a top choice. Your performance in the group interview and just showing up are taken into account. That’s just an overall disclaimer, I don’t know if it is true but it is what is said. Went over how they evaluate the vid interview, their committee that makes decisions, and the ultimate decision making process. Timeline is normally 3-6 weeks for some decision which is acceptance, waitlist, refer to masters (if they feel that they could benefit), or rejection with advice to reapply. The class is currently “full” but that is couched by her explaining that there is a ton of movement. Especially this time of year. Expect a ton of movement in April and May when AMCAS and AACOMAS makes students with multiple acceptances make a decision. How much? Can’t say.
If you are offered an acceptance. She made it a point to say they will call you, from a 941 area code, and verbally give you an offer. So hear is the biggest piece, if you are offered admission you have 24 hours to send a $2000 dollar deposit. She did say that this was aggressive, and it is to be sure, but I do get it from the school‘s perspective is that they just want to know who’s in their class. And it is a deposit so you get it taken off of your first semester’s tuition. But if you are not having the school as your first or second choice you just have to know that you literally will be asked to put your money where your mouth is. They do not want to be someone’s second choice, or fall back plan. Which to be fair, I respect, at least they’re being upfront about it. I think that’s why they put so much emphasis on coming to one of these on campus days so you can see what it’s really like, interact with people, and really decide if this is where you want your medical education to be.
I know this was long winded, but I wanted to give everyone here enough information to make an informed choice. Overall, I think it is worth it to come to one of these. Even if you’re an out of state student as long as you’re serious about going to this school. I believe we had a students from Virginia, California, and Texas in the 20 or so people that came. Forgive any spelling errors. I dictated a lot of this on my iPad so forgive any spelling errors or missing context.
What kinds of questions were asked?I went to the on campus day yesterday and it was a good experience. They start off with a talk from the dean. He seems very nice and engaged. He talked about changes to how the first year is structured next year due to feedback from students. That’s about an hour or so.
Next is the group interview. It was a nice experience and the other students seemed engaged. Just be prepared to talk, listen to the other students and refer to their answers in yours, and stuff like that. Don’t be afraid to speak. This is your chance to impress who you are in a different way than those silly talking to camera video interviews. It felt like it went by so fast. Didn’t drag at all.
OMM demonstration was next. It was fine, the professor going over it was expertly competent at it. We all had to huddle around the front to see though.
Then PBL class was great. We got a first hand view of what it looks like. It is how I learned medicine in my experience, so this is the number one reason I’d choice LECOM. They went over the way they learned the cases, roles on the teams, how they present them, and all that. Didn’t finish the case sadly, I wanted to know how it was going to end up being, and I actually had an idea, so that was neat. Really enjoyed that experience and by leaps and bounds the reason I’d chose this school.
Went on a tour from the student ambassadors, they were very nice and open to answer questions about the school. Reiterated a lot of what was already discussed. A lot of the study is independent, so have to be a strong self starter to function well in the program. But reiterated that the admin is responsive to what works and what doesn’t.
Then had the head admissions woman give us a talk and was very open about their process. And for the folks who want to get in, it is really heavily implied that it is in your best interest to go to one of these things if this school is a top choice. Your performance in the group interview and just showing up are taken into account. That’s just an overall disclaimer, I don’t know if it is true but it is what is said. Went over how they evaluate the vid interview, their committee that makes decisions, and the ultimate decision making process. Timeline is normally 3-6 weeks for some decision which is acceptance, waitlist, refer to masters (if they feel that they could benefit), or rejection with advice to reapply. The class is currently “full” but that is couched by her explaining that there is a ton of movement. Especially this time of year. Expect a ton of movement in April and May when AMCAS and AACOMAS makes students with multiple acceptances make a decision. How much? Can’t say.
If you are offered an acceptance. She made it a point to say they will call you, from a 941 area code, and verbally give you an offer. So hear is the biggest piece, if you are offered admission you have 24 hours to send a $2000 dollar deposit. She did say that this was aggressive, and it is to be sure, but I do get it from the school‘s perspective is that they just want to know who’s in their class. And it is a deposit so you get it taken off of your first semester’s tuition. But if you are not having the school as your first or second choice you just have to know that you literally will be asked to put your money where your mouth is. They do not want to be someone’s second choice, or fall back plan. Which to be fair, I respect, at least they’re being upfront about it. I think that’s why they put so much emphasis on coming to one of these on campus days so you can see what it’s really like, interact with people, and really decide if this is where you want your medical education to be.
I know this was long winded, but I wanted to give everyone here enough information to make an informed choice. Overall, I think it is worth it to come to one of these. Even if you’re an out of state student as long as you’re serious about going to this school. I believe we had a students from Virginia, California, and Texas in the 20 or so people that came. Forgive any spelling errors. I dictated a lot of this on my iPad so forgive any spelling errors or missing context.
Yes. There is. Business casual but if male make sure you wear a tie.Hi all, for anyone who went to the on campus day was there a dress code?
Thank you!Yes. There is. Business casual but if male make sure you wear a tie.
Most people wore business professionalHi all, for anyone who went to the on campus day was there a dress code?
I saw that but some schools extended their deadline and did not update their websites just wondering if anyone saw anything similar for lecom
They said about 3-6 weeks or so during the on campus day. If it has been 6-8 weeks since your interview they advised contacting themHow long post-interview to hear something for this school?
Is it for accepted students?Anybody going to the in-person event tomorrow? Just got the email, so I'm packing up and driving 8 hours tonight lol
when did you interview?Waitlisted today!
I completed my video interview 3/25 and went to On-Campus day 4/4when did you interview?
When did you submit your secondary?OOS II. very late in the cycle.
juneWhen did you submit your secondary?
They said about 3-6 weeks or so during the on campus day. If it has been 6-8 weeks since your interview they advised contacting them
Would it help?wondering when I should start to get worried.
am i allowed to email and ask when i can expect a decision? interviewed in jan, sent another LOI recently...