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[cubsandhawks]

OOS as well. Previous threads have said VCU does somewhat intensive screening compared to other schools but I heard people received secondaries relatively quickly this year.

+1 OOS secondary yesterday. 9 days after being verified

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[momobrobro]

Meant to send this two days ago. IS II. LM 71. 1st quartile Casper

 

[notreally surewhat2003]

Any OOS II from regular MD app?

 

[Mybosswontapproveofthis]

If I still havent received a secondary and its been over two weeks since my primary was sent but I have not received an R should I assume I wont be getting a secondary?

 

[ecobio]

If I still havent received a secondary and its been over two weeks since my primary was sent but I have not received an R should I assume I wont be getting a secondary?

if your GPA is >3.3 and MCAT is >503 you should get a secondary. you can always reach out to admissions.

 

[medschool99238]

Is it too late to apply? OOS applicant no ties

 

[ClashRoyaleKing]

Is it too late to apply? OOS applicant no ties

Nope. Hop too it!

 

[premed123321]

Apart from the brief mention in the interview invitation email, does VCU offer any further details about their MMI format? Specifically, I'm wondering about things like whether it's blinded, if role-play scenarios are included, how much preparation time we have/time to give the response, and the expected response format (e.g., will be basically be giving a short speech in response to the MMI question or having a convo with the person running the MMI station)

 

[Pre-med7603]

Apart from the brief mention in the interview invitation email, does VCU offer any further details about their MMI format? Specifically, I'm wondering about things like whether it's blinded, if role-play scenarios are included, how much preparation time we have/time to give the response, and the expected response format (e.g., will be basically be giving a short speech in response to the MMI question or having a convo with the person running the MMI station)

From what I understand in speaking with VCU students and those who have interviewed there in the past, you will have a 14 min “Why medicine” question, followed by 6 MMI scenarios where you have 2 minutes to think about the question and 6 minutes to respond. Of course, this is based on prior interviews so it could have changed. I’ve heard if you don’t use the full 6 minutes to answer the MMIs, there will be conversational follow up questions.

 

[CorkDonkey5]

From what I understand in speaking with VCU students and those who have interviewed there in the past, you will have a 14 min “Why medicine” question, followed by 6 MMI scenarios where you have 2 minutes to think about the question and 6 minutes to respond. Of course, this is based on prior interviews so it could have changed. I’ve heard if you don’t use the full 6 minutes to answer the MMIs, there will be conversational follow up questions.

Do you think they expect us to use the full 6 mins or do you think they want the conversation after our answer?

 

[premed123321]

From what I understand in speaking with VCU students and those who have interviewed there in the past, you will have a 14 min “Why medicine” question, followed by 6 MMI scenarios where you have 2 minutes to think about the question and 6 minutes to respond. Of course, this is based on prior interviews so it could have changed. I’ve heard if you don’t use the full 6 minutes to answer the MMIs, there will be conversational follow up questions.

This is so helpful, thank you!

 

[thunderlight8]

"I hereby attest that the work and information contained within the primary and supplemental applications are a product of my own work that was unaided by artificial intelligence programs or other outside sources." so like we can't have a friend help proofread?

 

[Pre-med7603]

Do you think they expect us to use the full 6 mins or do you think they want the conversation after our answer?

I would say if you need 6 minutes to answer the situation while staying succinct, do that. If you answer the question fully in less than 6 minutes, converse. There’s likely not a right/wrong way about it.

 

[applyingthiscycle]

+1 MSTP interview! Just now

 

[dominoes1207]

I have a 3.93 GPA, but I got a B- in Organic Chem II. Should I explain this for the low grades/poor GPA? I already have an essay written because USF and Johns Hopkins asked me to explain grades below a B. Ty guys!

 

[jacksparrow1]

I have a 3.93 GPA, but I got a B- in Organic Chem II. Should I explain this for the low grades/poor GPA? I already have an essay written because USF and Johns Hopkins asked me to explain grades below a B. Ty guys!

No

 

[Dom Dolla]

For the mission and values secondary question, did people try to incorporate all the values into their essay or did anyone focus on a specific few? I feel like I'm struggling with this question in particular especially since they have like 6 values /:

 

[25app!]

For the mission and values secondary question, did people try to incorporate all the values into their essay or did anyone focus on a specific few? I feel like I'm struggling with this question in particular especially since they have like 6 values /:

I focused on the ones that aligned with my personal mission and could show I have engaged with through my activities.

 

[Aplay44]

Did anyone just get rejected

 

[Positron1]

Has anyone had any luck substituting the English prerequisite for other writing intensive courses? I've delayed my submission for weeks waiting to hear back from them about confirmation on this before I submit.

 

[tzuyu&yuqi]

Has anyone had any luck substituting the English prerequisite for other writing intensive courses? I've delayed my submission for weeks waiting to hear back from them about confirmation on this before I submit.

thats what i did for my app 2 years ago and it was accepted, no questions asked

 

[Positron1]

thats what i did for my app 2 years ago and it was accepted, no questions asked

Were they quick to respond to you? I emailed the designated faculty member for "Prerequisite questions" but have heard nothing back.

 

[premed25548384]

Are we only able to match one course to a box? How do we show that we met the required credit hours?

 

[Rishi Jayanth]

I am incredible grateful to have an offer from VCU. Now that I am looking ahead, I am wondering if it may restrict me in any way in terms of the possible residencies I can match into. As of now, I'm not set on a specialty and am looking to explore throughout med school; however, in the case that I may end up striving for a competitive one, how much could VCU potentially "hold me back"? For example, would general surgery or gastro be difficult to achieve there as compared to a "higher ranked" school?

 

[Med Ed]

Accredited GME programs: 83
2023 NIH funding: $106 million through 267 awards

I think you control your own destiny here.

 

[wysdoc]

Here is their match list from last year: VCU 2024 Match

Just so you know, though, gastroenterology is a fellowship you apply for after first doing an Internal Medicine residency.

 

[Goro]

Nope

 

[stew_md]

VCU is an amazing school, you'll do great and have plenty of opportunities to match!

 

[GoSpursGo]

I am incredible grateful to have an offer from VCU. Now that I am looking ahead, I am wondering if it may restrict me in any way in terms of the possible residencies I can match into. As of now, I'm not set on a specialty and am looking to explore throughout med school; however, in the case that I may end up striving for a competitive one, how much could VCU potentially "hold me back"? For example, would general surgery or gastro be difficult to achieve there as compared to a "higher ranked" school?

I've merged your question and the responses with the existing school-specific thread.

 

[Rishi Jayanth]

Accredited GME programs: 83
2023 NIH funding: $106 million through 267 awards

I think you control your own destiny here.

Thank you for all of your supportive responses. I feel much better now, knowing that I can focus solely on my growth as a physician rather than worrying about these extraneous things.

 

[tzuyu&yuqi]

Were they quick to respond to you? I emailed the designated faculty member for "Prerequisite questions" but have heard nothing back.

i didnt email them, i just submitted my app and never heard anything else from them

 

[nz356]

About to submit application, but I'm only taking CASPER Sept 17th -- is the application not complete until casper scores are received? Asking since the score for the date that I am taking it would only be in by after the 60 day deadline

 

[ecobio]

About to submit application, but I'm only taking CASPER Sept 17th -- is the application not complete until casper scores are received? Asking since the score for the date that I am taking it would only be in by after the 60 day deadline

The deadline is specific to secondary submission, not necessarily complete date!

Your app wont be complete without the score, but some schools will still review your app prior to receiving CASPER scores. Not sure if VCU does, though.

 

[snoozyk]

I am incredible grateful to have an offer from VCU. Now that I am looking ahead, I am wondering if it may restrict me in any way in terms of the possible residencies I can match into. As of now, I'm not set on a specialty and am looking to explore throughout med school; however, in the case that I may end up striving for a competitive one, how much could VCU potentially "hold me back"? For example, would general surgery or gastro be difficult to achieve there as compared to a "higher ranked" school?

I’m confused - if you have an offer this early, does that mean you applied early decision? Yet you weren’t sure if you even wanted to go there?

 

[mistermustachemom]

this was previously asked, but no one answered. for those with IIs, did your application go to saying "complete and reviewed"

 

[cr8080]

this was previously asked, but no one answered. for those with IIs, did your application go to saying "complete and reviewed"

No, my status never changed. Mine still just says “your application is ready” even though I got an II.

 

[snoozyk]

Did anyone apply early decision, and if so, have you heard anything yet?

 

[polevaulter12]

Anyone get a hold email? Post II?

 

[Balgravia Shion]

Anyone get a hold email? Post II?

yes, I got one. According to previous years thread, this is not a bad thing

 

[clumsycamel161]

Got an II OOS an hour ago LM 75

 

[premedgal444]

Got an II OOS an hour ago LM 75

complete date?

 

[clumsycamel161]

complete date?

7/5 received and 7/10 completed

 

[ClashRoyaleKing]

OOS II!!!! Complete 7/8. I was given the option of interviewing on Thursday so I chose that lol.
(no ties to VA, regular MD only).

 

[immokalee]

+1 OOS II!! LM 72. First MD interview 🎊

 

[premedgal444]

+1 OOS II!! LM 72. First MD interview 🎊

congrats!!! complete date?

 

[immokalee]

congrats!!! complete date?

7/8

 

[LaCroixIsLife]

OOS II Received 7/5 Complete 7/12

 

[fellow_applicant]

International II received submitted 7/10!
Congrats to those who got II! Have you guys received your Zoom links? I only have the confirmation email so far

 

[ClashRoyaleKing]

International II received submitted 7/10!
Congrats to those who got II! Have you guys received your Zoom links? I only have the confirmation email so far

I see the Zoom links in the portal. I interview this Thursday.

 

[fellow_applicant]

I see the Zoom links in the portal. I interview this Thursday.

Thanks for your response! I missed looking at the portal. Best of luck with your interview!