Got log in credentials about 4 weeks ago, but haven't heard anything since. Should I call?
Sooooo too late to apply or nah?
Just got the call from Dr. Reynolds, and am happily and humbly able to say I've been accepted to ACOM's Class of 2019.
I appreciate that very much. Hope the cycle works out in your favor as well. All the best!Congratulations @nontrad78!! You've been such a positive source here and so inspirational. Happy for you and your family!
Yes and No. You either will not get a secondary or never get an interview.Does ACOM do pre-interview rejections?
Yes and No. You either will not get a secondary or never get an interview.
interviewing on 10/24, in regards to the required proof of residency, does anyone know how strict they are on the matter? I left my birth certificate at my parents house would be a hassle to get it in 3 days
interviewing on 10/24, in regards to the required proof of residency, does anyone know how strict they are on the matter? I left my birth certificate at my parents house would be a hassle to get it in 3 days
how do you know this?
I responded to your PM, but I will post a shorter answer here. Linda Goodson has mentioned this numerous times in public and private.
Residency only improves your odds by getting your foot in the door (unless you are a poor interviewer). Once you're in the interview pool, it's an even playing field amongst interviewees and you will be evaluated based on merit.
Should I be worried if I only got the acceptance email and no call?
Wow. I need to figure out how to gain residency status in Alabama within the next month.
I just got an interview for next Friday. Anyone have words of wisdom for me?
Thank you for the poetic response! I'm a rather affluent conversationalist myself, so I appreciate responses that are more than "yeah boi! Lol wut?" that seems to permeate the internet.Know your primary application like the back of your hand. Be confident. Approach it like a first date; intimate enough to get to know each other, but always on your A-game. And finally, take a few moments to enjoy the experience and make a memory. A moment of silence in the car, a silent pause before you open the door to the building, a reflective moment after the day is done ... whatever helps you to best savor the moment.
Congrats on your II.
I sense you're being facetious. If not, residency is determined at the time of your primary application. They offer some flexibility with regards to "Alabama residency." Let's just say that they consider residence on a regional basis as well
When were you complete if you don't mind me asking?I just got an interview for next Friday. Anyone have words of wisdom for me?
Not at all. I was complete back around the middle of August.When were you complete if you don't mind me asking?
I guess it depends on what your stats are, as well as where you're from. I just registered for my interview yesterday and know that they have all of January and February open.My primary got released to here recently. Is this school probably out of the question because of the late app?
My primary got released to here recently. Is this school probably out of the question because of the late app?
I guess it depends on what your stats are, as well as where you're from. I just registered for my interview yesterday and know that they have all of January and February open.
My stats are 3.9c, 3.9s, 27 MCAT and Texas resident.I guess it depends on what your stats are, as well as where you're from. I just registered for my interview yesterday and know that they have all of January and February open.
You should be great then, I have similar GPA's and a lower MCAT, so you should be fine. I had an extra letter of recommendation from a current student, which I'm sure helped me a lot, too.My stats are 3.9c, 3.9s, 27 MCAT and Texas resident.
Yes, I sent 6 if I recall correctly. I seem to remember they request less than 7, but someone can clarify...Can you submit extra letters of rec besides the 3 required?
Can you submit extra letters of rec besides the 3 required?
Yes, I sent 6 if I recall correctly. I seem to remember they request less than 7, but someone can clarify...
From what I have been told, five is about the max. I sent the typical three (two teachers and a DO) but a current student or professor can write one for you and it really helps.Can you submit extra letters of rec besides the 3 required?
I got the secondary invite on July 17th and submitted July 21st. However my letters of recommendation were not in order so those did not get submitted till Aug 24th. Turns out one of my older letters did not have the correct letterhead and the professor did not teach at my Uni anymore so that was a pain to sort out. October 16th is when I got the updated letters in and I have not heard back since. I did contact them and they said they have received everything.
If they decide to not invite you for an interview do they just stay quiet or actually tell you you've been denied? My stats are pretty low 3.2c/3.02s/28MCAT however I am taking four science classes right now and I have straight As (one is a retake which is gonna go from a C to an A it looks like) but that won't be on my transcript till the end of the year obviously, too late I'm thinking to make any difference.
Okay, so as I best understand it, they'll just stay quiet until the end of the cycle and just send out a letter when all the spots are filled. From what I've been told by the admissions department, they break their interview offers down in groups, from best overall to the least competitive; as I'm sure most could guess. My GPA's and extracurriculars were good, if not above average, but my MCAT was below average so I was part of the "second tier". Admissions committees are all busy and know what they're doing, but sometimes it gets hard on us to wait!I got the secondary invite on July 17th and submitted July 21st. However my letters of recommendation were not in order so those did not get submitted till Aug 24th. Turns out one of my older letters did not have the correct letterhead and the professor did not teach at my Uni anymore so that was a pain to sort out. October 16th is when I got the updated letters in and I have not heard back since. I did contact them and they said they have received everything.
If they decide to not invite you for an interview do they just stay quiet or actually tell you you've been denied? My stats are pretty low 3.2c/3.02s/28MCAT however I am taking four science classes right now and I have straight As (one is a retake which is gonna go from a C to an A it looks like) but that won't be on my transcript till the end of the year obviously, too late I'm thinking to make any difference.
I got the secondary invite on July 17th and submitted July 21st. However my letters of recommendation were not in order so those did not get submitted till Aug 24th. Turns out one of my older letters did not have the correct letterhead and the professor did not teach at my Uni anymore so that was a pain to sort out. October 16th is when I got the updated letters in and I have not heard back since. I did contact them and they said they have received everything.
If they decide to not invite you for an interview do they just stay quiet or actually tell you you've been denied? My stats are pretty low 3.2c/3.02s/28MCAT however I am taking four science classes right now and I have straight As (one is a retake which is gonna go from a C to an A it looks like) but that won't be on my transcript till the end of the year obviously, too late I'm thinking to make any difference.
what were your stats?If they decide to not invite you for an interview, they usually stay quiet until after the winter and then tell you "You are not on our list to invite for an interview at this time." At least that is what happened to me during last year's cycle.
I talked to admissions yesterday and it sounded like they were about to start another review of the applications. My MCAT is a little lower than yours but I have a higher GPA, I am still waiting as well.Lol then I'll be waiting for the "least competitive, party of one" invite
Hey guys I plan on having my primary sent off within the next two weeks. Stats are 3.39 cgpa, 3.11 sgpa, 8PS/7VR/6BS with a planned retake Dec 6th this year. I'm an in state applicant from a rural area and a high interest in primary care. Any idea on if I'll even be competitive?
I talked to admissions yesterday and it sounded like they were about to start another review of the applications. My MCAT is a little lower than yours but I have a higher GPA, I am still waiting as well.