Program-Specific Info / Q's Dominican University Interviews

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Thank you, I received it via email! I was told to confirm by March 6th so I'm assuming they will be sending out interview invitations until then.
 
Ah, okay I'll be sure to keep a look out for it. May I ask what your stats are and if you're local in the Bay Area?
 
Oh man, Now Im getting nervous because I didn't get an email or phone call yet, and this was one of the schools I was counting on. 🙁 Oh well, I guess Ill just have to wait and watch.
 
My last 60 gpa is 3.5
Pre preq gpa: 3.57
GRE: 163 V 157 Q and 5.0 Writing

Im from SoCAL, graduated from UCI

Applied to SMU and straight up rejected no waitlist or anything

Good luck to you all!
 
Thanks for sharing @OTCrazyCassie! I can see why you were granted an interview because you have solid stats. But, I'm sorry to hear that you were rejected.. Did SamMer tell you why? And, did you apply anywhere else?
 
@OTCrazyCassie Your GRE score really puts you up there. I wish I could have done a bit better. Prereq gpa is good too. I actually have a 3.65 Last 60 hours. I hope that makes me somewhat competitive.
 
Thank you guys

@futureOTsj I'm not sure why I got rejected from SMU but I think it's because my GPA? (TBH i'm pretty happy with mine but I guess compared to the other applicants it was on the shttier side) I did not apply to anywhere else, I'm going to reapply to many more places next year if I do not get into any other schools

@amyOTpeds yeah I def have my GRE to thank.. your last 60 gpa is awesome! Chin up, from what I hear DOM looks at more than just numbers.


From my understanding, they are waiting for people to accept the interview by March 6th and they said in my email if I do not accept they will give my spot to someone else. So I'm going to assume that they sent out some interviews and are waiting to see who will accept and for those who don't, they will be sending out more interviews.
 
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Hi! I have been looking at this forum for a long time but haven't written on here til now. I just got notified for an interview yesterday via email for March 20th.

San Diego State University- Psychology 2010

Last 60 Units GPA: 3.56
Pre-req GPA: 3.5
GRE: V 151 Q 154 W 4.5
Hours: 90 hours, 1.5 year as aide in Peds OT Clinic
 
@Kky151 were you done with all your prereqs when you applied, or are you currently finishing up any? What were your grades in A&P if you dont mind me asking. Thank you.
 
amyOTpeds said:
@Kky151 were you done with all your prereqs when you applied, or are you currently finishing up any? What were your grades in A&P if you dont mind me asking. Thank you.
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I took physiology and got a B. I am in anatomy and ceramics currently.
 
Okay, I got a C. They don't like Cs. 🙁 Sadly, I am probably going to get a B the second semester.
 
OT581 said:
I did accept it!
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Hi there,

Are you currently an OT student at Dominican University? If so, do you mind sharing your experience there? And providing a little more about the program other than the generic stuff I've been reading online? I'd love to hear from a current student. I have an interview on the 21st and I'm really excited (and nervous) for it! Any information from you would be so helpful and very much appreciated...

Thank you in advance! 🙂
 
study_fly said:
Hello all~ I had my interview with morning at Dominican University. I hope that you all did well for those of you that attended! Looking forward to the next big date April 15!
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Hi there,

Hopefully you rocked the interview and an OT student at Dominican now! I was just wondering, can you briefly share with me your interview experience there at Dominican? I have an interview on the 21st and not sure what to expect other than it being a group interview. Example how long the entire interview process is? I know it's unethical to ask you the exact questions they asked you during the interview but a general idea of what they might ask would give give me a better idea on how I should prep for it.

Any help or advice would be fantastic and much MUCH appreciated...thank you in advance!
 
Did anybody else get an interview notification after last week? Did anybody deny their interview invite? I heard they interview at least 50 people. I would assume there would be more invites sent out after March 6 since everyone had to accept that day.
 
It was a letter right? Im assuming my letter is in the mail too. I was really hoping that Id at least land an interview, well I guess NOt. 🙁
 
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To be honest I think Dominican is strictly numbers. I.e. GPA, GRE. It sucks too because they won't tell you why you weren't accepted.
 
Yeah Im getting the vibe that Dominican has a less holistic approach, and is strictly numbers as well.
 
I think the fact that I am from chicago probably became another reason why they didn't give me priority.
 
Nope. I only applied to 6 schools, Im also a 3rd year, so it was kind of rushed. But I think Ill apply to a lot more schools this coming cycle. If seton hall denies me, then as soon as I find out I'm starting on the application process again, and this time getting in everything in as soon as I can. Applying early is key, at least thats what everyone tells me.
 
29coffeebeans said:
Hi there,

Hopefully you rocked the interview and an OT student at Dominican now! I was just wondering, can you briefly share with me your interview experience there at Dominican? I have an interview on the 21st and not sure what to expect other than it being a group interview. Example how long the entire interview process is? I know it's unethical to ask you the exact questions they asked you during the interview but a general idea of what they might ask would give give me a better idea on how I should prep for it.

Any help or advice would be fantastic and much MUCH appreciated...thank you in advance!
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Hi! I am currently a first year MSOT student at Dominican and was in your shoes about a year ago! First off, congrats to everyone who made it to the interview portion! To answer your question regarding interview structure, the interviews are about 45 minutes long and you'll typically be with two other interviewees and two of the Dominican faculty will be asking interview questions. Each candidate gets a chance to answer each question and everyone takes turns who gets asked the question first. As for topics you should prepare yourself for: why you think OT would be a good fit for you, why is Dominican the best choice for you, etc. I know these are broad but they are typical of any OT interview. Just remember to relax and really think about your answers. Even if you're asked the question first, they'll give you a bit of time to think about your answer. The faculty are super nice and understand that interviewing is a nerve-wracking process! Some of the first year students will be there to answer your questions before the interview and hopefully help calm your nerves. I'll be there in the morning on the 21st! Hopefully this helps and good luck!
 
amyOTpeds said:
Nope. I only applied to 6 schools, Im also a 3rd year, so it was kind of rushed. But I think Ill apply to a lot more schools this coming cycle. If seton hall denies me, then as soon as I find out I'm starting on the application process again, and this time getting in everything in as soon as I can. Applying early is key, at least thats what everyone tells me.
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I am in the same boat as you. Already in a gre prep class to retake that and starting more hours. Planning to be submitted and verified by september. Good luck to you next round!
 
OTgirl29 said:
I am in the same boat as you. Already in a gre prep class to retake that and starting more hours. Planning to be submitted and verified by september. Good luck to you next round!
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This is your 3rd year applying too? I wonder if retaking things like that really make a difference. I brought up my gpa but it seems like I'm still not good enough. I even got more experience and shadowed in different settings but I'm still not good enough.. I mean I don't have like 1,000 hours or anything but I just feel like my small strides in the right direction mean nothing to them. It's hard because you could be doing all this and spending all that money for nothing. :/
 
The was my first year applying. I know this is what I really want to do so I'm going to try really hard to improve everything. All the Ots I work with have told me I would make a great therapist and not to give up. You can't give up on something you really want, I believe.
 
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Michelle530 said:
Hi! I am currently a first year MSOT student at Dominican and was in your shoes about a year ago! First off, congrats to everyone who made it to the interview portion! To answer your question regarding interview structure, the interviews are about 45 minutes long and you'll typically be with two other interviewees and two of the Dominican faculty will be asking interview questions. Each candidate gets a chance to answer each question and everyone takes turns who gets asked the question first. As for topics you should prepare yourself for: why you think OT would be a good fit for you, why is Dominican the best choice for you, etc. I know these are broad but they are typical of any OT interview. Just remember to relax and really think about your answers. Even if you're asked the question first, they'll give you a bit of time to think about your answer. The faculty are super nice and understand that interviewing is a nerve-wracking process! Some of the first year students will be there to answer your questions before the interview and hopefully help calm your nerves. I'll be there in the morning on the 21st! Hopefully this helps and good luck!
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Thank you so much for responding to my post! I was unhopeful that a current OT student would have the time to check out this forum and reply! Your response alone really took a load off...thank you! And thank you so much for giving me a better idea about the structure of the interview. Group interviews are super intimidating and this will be my first so I didn't know what to expect. But what you've shared about the process doesn't seem too bad at all! I got a chance to visit the campus on Wednesday afternoon and sat down at the bench area near the OT building to enjoy the sun. But not long after, Dr. Ramsey (I believe) "kicked" me out from my spot to hold her health management class there...(so embarrassing..lol). But I thought that was really cool how she allowed the students to learn and listen to her lecture outside in the gorgeous weather...is that typical?? I'll be there on the 21st so hopefully I'll see you there! I'll ask around for a first year student named Michelle 🙂

Also...do you mind sharing your experience in the MSOT program thus far? What do you enjoy the most? Is the program as challenging as you thought? Is it worse than you thought??

Thanks again for your response!!!
 
I have just received phone call from Ryan that I have been accepted!
Plz let me know if you guys have heard anything I'm going to have to look for housing and such!
 
Ryan called me, too!
Please, let me know if anyone's interested in looking for housing together!
 
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ayl27 said:
Ryan called me, too!
Please, let me know if anyone's interested in looking for housing together!
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Ryan called me on the 1st and I also received a letter on the 4th for admission. I am definitely interested in looking for housing!
 
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Kky151 said:
Be patient!! Ryan just called me letting me know that I got into the program! So they are still letting people know.
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Wow Congratulations!! 🙂 I will try my best lol.... Just knowing that they only have 27 spots to fill makes me quite nervous.
 
ShellStar said:
Wow Congratulations!! 🙂 I will try my best lol.... Just knowing that they only have 27 spots to fill makes me quite nervous.
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I know. Just knowing others had heard... I had lost hope. But I have my fingers crossed for you!!
 
Does anyone know if Sausalito is a nice place to live? I'm considering that area because I want to live near the City as well!
 
Did anyone else NOT receive their email with the link to the graduate enrollment response form? It says we need to fill that out by April 15 or we forfeit our spot, but I never got mine.
 
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