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That's right M, never give up 🙂 🙂
-Richie
-Richie
ECU/UNC acceptance/rejection thread
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My friend's father's friend is on the adcom at ECU. They said they could have easily accepted over 400 students, this was the first time that the competition was so fierce at their school.
🙁 That's bad news for me cause it's going to keep on getting more and more fierce.
🙁 That's bad news for me cause it's going to keep on getting more and more fierce.
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That's bad news for me cause it's going to keep on getting more and more fierce.
and even worse news for us poor saps on the waitlist. 👎
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and even worse news for us poor saps on the waitlist. 👎
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I get the feeling I am FUBAR again Franklinthedog hehe. I've probably pissed away close to 1500 bucks applying to that school for 4 years in a row. Our NC Tax dollars at work! 😴
Well never give up and all that jazz. I'll bump this post so that others can see Deacon's post.
-Richie
Well never give up and all that jazz. I'll bump this post so that others can see Deacon's post.
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Nothing new to add, but GOOD LUCK EVERYONE!!!
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hey I am still around here! Waitlisted, but still around! I called UNC a couple of weeks ago and they said that there had been very little movement on the waitlist. I have not given up yet!
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hey i'm still here too. this is how bad i am, i'm in manhattan for leisure, and stopped in to Kinko's to check SDN. I need help!!
Have a great weekend everyone!
Have a great weekend everyone!
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^What's up with all the people who HAVEN'T decided YET whether they want to go to UNC or ECU and make it worse for the people on the waitlist.
DemonDeacon said:
How is this possible? I thought people would have made their decision by May 15th. You are supposed to drop all but one school. If not, then the schools you are holding have a right to drop you.
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You have to drop all but one acceptance by may 15. You can hold on to all the waitlists you want, while sleeping with your UNC or ECU acceptance letter tucked neatly under your pillow.
I had been waitlisted at UNC... June 10th I got the call and was accepted...I turned in the deposit yesterday.
I dont know if this helps, but I had a friend who got into UNC off the waitlist last year just a few days (maybe 3 days) before classes started. Classes start August 16th so there is still hope. Good luck to everyone still waiting.
Steve
I dont know if this helps, but I had a friend who got into UNC off the waitlist last year just a few days (maybe 3 days) before classes started. Classes start August 16th so there is still hope. Good luck to everyone still waiting.
Steve
Oh if this helps at all, I did not send any letters to the admissions office at UNC after I got placed on the waiting list.
I did called twice:
1. I called while I was in the dominican republic asking why they wanted a transcript. Answer was so it would make our lives easier if we did get in (or something like that).
2. Called another time asking when I should expect to hear about acceptance or rejection (Answer was that you won't know for sure until the first day of class starts basically). Also asked what my spot was on the list and the answer was "that wouldn't help you because its all really relative and there is no linear waiting list." Didnt know what that meant, but didn't ask further.
Hope that helps someone,
Steve
I did called twice:
1. I called while I was in the dominican republic asking why they wanted a transcript. Answer was so it would make our lives easier if we did get in (or something like that).
2. Called another time asking when I should expect to hear about acceptance or rejection (Answer was that you won't know for sure until the first day of class starts basically). Also asked what my spot was on the list and the answer was "that wouldn't help you because its all really relative and there is no linear waiting list." Didnt know what that meant, but didn't ask further.
Hope that helps someone,
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and so it goes...congrats to above poster.
still waiting, and waiting, and waiting, and waiting....
still waiting, and waiting, and waiting, and waiting....
I sent this to someone else this might help some people:
I applied to a bunch of schools, got rejected right off the bat at Vanderbilt, then didn't return secondaries to most schools I applied to except for WFU, UNC, ECU. My reasoning was that if I got into a school i really didnt want to go to (I really only wanted to go to UNC) then I was just going to wait another year, travel more, and apply again. Wake forest put me on some kind of quasi interview waitlist where I had to write some kind of letter in order to get an interview, which I didnt do. I got straightup rejected from ECU, but I basically told them I didnt want to do rural medicine.
So long story short, UNC was the only waitlist I was on and I didnt have any other offers pending.
My 'applicant profile' is:
School: Duke
MCAT: VR: 9 PS: 12 BS: 12 (33 total)
GPA: 3.3
Sci GPA 3.2
Extras: I'm from Chapel Hill, volunteered then worked paid as an EMT (up to 95hrs/week) during my Junior/senior years and during my year off, had about 1.5 years lab experience, led a bunch of 2week backpacking/climbing trips for freshman, taught a house course on wilderness survival/philosophy stuff, 1 year as news/sports photographer, and taught photography to kids in hawaii for 5 weeks (hehe)
My interview went decently well w/ both interviewers.
I wrote a one sentence letter (sent snail mail) before I got on the waiting list saying that I would definitely go to UNC if I got in and that it was my number 1 choice. I called twice to the Admissions Office about stupid questions after I got in off the waiting list, nothing that should have helped me get in.
I posted info below from our health prof advising center's website that could help you in case you didnt already hear this advice somewhere else. This was written by our Dean of Health Professions Advising, very well respected lady and knows most of the Deans of Admissions, so she knows her ****.
Goodluck everyone, Steve
WAIT LISTS
If you are on a wait list, there are some proactive steps you can take that might improve your chances of being admitted to that school.
You should write a letter to the Dean/Director of Admission and express your interest in the school. Say something specific about why you are interested in the school. Perhaps they have a particular program or aspect of their curriculum that you think is exciting or a good match for what you are looking for in a school. Then keep in touch with the school every 3 or so weeks. If you do this in writing, you can feel more confident that it will be noted in your file. However, some schools keep track of phone or email communication.
If you have had any additional experience, honor, award, etc., then notify the school in writing. Be sure to send them an updated transcript if you have taken additional courses.
If there is someone who could write a letter of support for you now who did not write previously, or if there is someone who wrote for you before but now knows you better, that person should write a letter specifically the school or schools where you are on a wait list.
Finally, if you feel that a school is your first choice (and you would withdraw from another school if you are holding an acceptance), the tell the school that in writing. But remember, you can only say that to one school. And be sure not to make promises you can't keep.
I applied to a bunch of schools, got rejected right off the bat at Vanderbilt, then didn't return secondaries to most schools I applied to except for WFU, UNC, ECU. My reasoning was that if I got into a school i really didnt want to go to (I really only wanted to go to UNC) then I was just going to wait another year, travel more, and apply again. Wake forest put me on some kind of quasi interview waitlist where I had to write some kind of letter in order to get an interview, which I didnt do. I got straightup rejected from ECU, but I basically told them I didnt want to do rural medicine.
So long story short, UNC was the only waitlist I was on and I didnt have any other offers pending.
My 'applicant profile' is:
School: Duke
MCAT: VR: 9 PS: 12 BS: 12 (33 total)
GPA: 3.3
Sci GPA 3.2
Extras: I'm from Chapel Hill, volunteered then worked paid as an EMT (up to 95hrs/week) during my Junior/senior years and during my year off, had about 1.5 years lab experience, led a bunch of 2week backpacking/climbing trips for freshman, taught a house course on wilderness survival/philosophy stuff, 1 year as news/sports photographer, and taught photography to kids in hawaii for 5 weeks (hehe)
My interview went decently well w/ both interviewers.
I wrote a one sentence letter (sent snail mail) before I got on the waiting list saying that I would definitely go to UNC if I got in and that it was my number 1 choice. I called twice to the Admissions Office about stupid questions after I got in off the waiting list, nothing that should have helped me get in.
I posted info below from our health prof advising center's website that could help you in case you didnt already hear this advice somewhere else. This was written by our Dean of Health Professions Advising, very well respected lady and knows most of the Deans of Admissions, so she knows her ****.
Goodluck everyone, Steve
WAIT LISTS
If you are on a wait list, there are some proactive steps you can take that might improve your chances of being admitted to that school.
You should write a letter to the Dean/Director of Admission and express your interest in the school. Say something specific about why you are interested in the school. Perhaps they have a particular program or aspect of their curriculum that you think is exciting or a good match for what you are looking for in a school. Then keep in touch with the school every 3 or so weeks. If you do this in writing, you can feel more confident that it will be noted in your file. However, some schools keep track of phone or email communication.
If you have had any additional experience, honor, award, etc., then notify the school in writing. Be sure to send them an updated transcript if you have taken additional courses.
If there is someone who could write a letter of support for you now who did not write previously, or if there is someone who wrote for you before but now knows you better, that person should write a letter specifically the school or schools where you are on a wait list.
Finally, if you feel that a school is your first choice (and you would withdraw from another school if you are holding an acceptance), the tell the school that in writing. But remember, you can only say that to one school. And be sure not to make promises you can't keep.
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Congrats to Steve and thanks for the informative post.
At this point I have decided it is fairly late in the game for the waitlist so I have begun the process of reapplying for next year. Not that I have completely given up on the waitlist but I figure it is in my best interest to go ahead and start getting my info together for next year just in case. Instead of applying to only two schools I am thinking I might need to apply to more schools to better my chances of getting in. From reading other NC applicants' posts I have narrowed my choices to the following schools: UNC, ECU, Wake, VCU, USC-Columbia, Maryland, and Vanderbilt. If there are any schools that are near NC that are friendly to out of state applicants please share. Also, has anyone on the waitlist talked to Dr. Hoole in person? I was thinking about setting up an interview to meet with him but Randee told me to wait awhile to see what happens in terms of the waitlist. Just wondering if anyone on the waitlist has had an "exit" interview yet. I wish everyone waiting the best of luck and once again hats off to Steve.
At this point I have decided it is fairly late in the game for the waitlist so I have begun the process of reapplying for next year. Not that I have completely given up on the waitlist but I figure it is in my best interest to go ahead and start getting my info together for next year just in case. Instead of applying to only two schools I am thinking I might need to apply to more schools to better my chances of getting in. From reading other NC applicants' posts I have narrowed my choices to the following schools: UNC, ECU, Wake, VCU, USC-Columbia, Maryland, and Vanderbilt. If there are any schools that are near NC that are friendly to out of state applicants please share. Also, has anyone on the waitlist talked to Dr. Hoole in person? I was thinking about setting up an interview to meet with him but Randee told me to wait awhile to see what happens in terms of the waitlist. Just wondering if anyone on the waitlist has had an "exit" interview yet. I wish everyone waiting the best of luck and once again hats off to Steve.
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One last thing... I went to my 2004 AMCAS Application just out of curiousity and noticed that my application was transmitted on 6/17/2004 to UNC. I'm not sure what this means but I would assume that they are still looking at applicants to take off the waitlist. Strange, but my application was also transmitted to ECU on 6/16/2004. Not sure why they would be looking at my app. seeing as how I got the big rejection. Anyone else waitlisted have recent transmitted dates to UNC or ECU?
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Guam Guy
If there are any schools that are near NC that are friendly to out of state applicants please share.
I just got into EVMS in Norfolk, Va yesterday, so definitely apply there. And no, the UNC and/or ECU waitlists are by no means over.
Good luck!
If there are any schools that are near NC that are friendly to out of state applicants please share.
I just got into EVMS in Norfolk, Va yesterday, so definitely apply there. And no, the UNC and/or ECU waitlists are by no means over.
Good luck!
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Grats buddy 🙂
I'm in Norfolk, VA right now, about 15 miles away from EVMS. 🙂 I didn't apply there but it is a nice school as I've poked my head in there a few times in the past couple years. With regards to ECU, I called B.J. on Thursday and was told the ECU waitlist is stagnant. Meanwhile, the hunt for a house in WV is beginning. Guess I will plunk down some cash on a place there and just eat the loss if ECU decides to come through for me.
Hope an NC school gives us a hollar Franklin!
In state > Out of State.
Grew up in NC, should be able to goto school in NC. 👍
Knowledge is power and mind and body strong grasshopper!
-Richie 🙂
I'm in Norfolk, VA right now, about 15 miles away from EVMS. 🙂 I didn't apply there but it is a nice school as I've poked my head in there a few times in the past couple years. With regards to ECU, I called B.J. on Thursday and was told the ECU waitlist is stagnant. Meanwhile, the hunt for a house in WV is beginning. Guess I will plunk down some cash on a place there and just eat the loss if ECU decides to come through for me.
Hope an NC school gives us a hollar Franklin!
In state > Out of State.
Grew up in NC, should be able to goto school in NC. 👍
Knowledge is power and mind and body strong grasshopper!
-Richie 🙂
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Remember, everything happens for a reason, and I'm sure that no matter what happens, it'll work out for the best!
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Congrats to Franklin and to SteveNC!!! 
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Thanks Richie, eminemunc, SweetTeam, and GuamGuy....and no one get discouraged. This was my third time applying, twice in the nineties and now this time.
Eminem--if you have to reapply, you're a shoe-in with your stats and Mcat, so no worries.
Richie--
Out of state tuition 👎
In state tuition 👍
Eminem--if you have to reapply, you're a shoe-in with your stats and Mcat, so no worries.
Richie--
Out of state tuition 👎
In state tuition 👍
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*Bumpity Bumpage*
Any more word on ECU by chance? 😀
Any more word on ECU by chance? 😀
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I called BJ on Monday or Tuesday, she said no movement in the past couple of weeks 👎
have a good weekend Richie, by the way, have you put any cash down yet for a place in West Va?
have a good weekend Richie, by the way, have you put any cash down yet for a place in West Va?
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*Takes the bumping stick and smacks the thread to the top*
Well I am putting down money on a very nice apartment tomorrow in West Virginia. I am prepared to eat the loss of $31,000 if ECU decides to call me on the first day of school and go "Richie! We pick YOU!" It is still cheaper by $129,500 in the long run!
Yay! I am glad the Carolina waitlist is moving. 🙂 Maybe they picked up someone who is holding onto an acceptance at ECU hehe 🙂 🙂
Anyway, I'm thinking about you guys. Hang in there!
-Richie
Well I am putting down money on a very nice apartment tomorrow in West Virginia. I am prepared to eat the loss of $31,000 if ECU decides to call me on the first day of school and go "Richie! We pick YOU!" It is still cheaper by $129,500 in the long run!
Yay! I am glad the Carolina waitlist is moving. 🙂 Maybe they picked up someone who is holding onto an acceptance at ECU hehe 🙂 🙂
Anyway, I'm thinking about you guys. Hang in there!
-Richie
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By the way, I'll take some pictures and post em for ya Franklin.
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Hang in there guys for ECU. Franklin, congrats on EVMS.....its the same school as ECU in Norfolk and Norfolk has more to offer than Greenville. I have 7rl friends at EVMS and they love it! Anyway, best of luck.
ECU Med 07
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Richie,
Yea let me know what your school looks like, and I hear you on the ECU waitlist, I wish it would move. Although, I'm not sad I must admit, EVMS is pretty cool 😀
Eminem, I think you might be right about the UNC WL being MCAT based, as no recent acceptees have had a lower MCAT.
PhDMed07 and SweetTea, thanks for the congrats, it's good to hear you know people from EVMS that like it there.
Good luck to all and hang in there and enjoy the final day of the 4th break!
franklin (by the way, franklin just broke his tail, how does a dog manage that???)
Yea let me know what your school looks like, and I hear you on the ECU waitlist, I wish it would move. Although, I'm not sad I must admit, EVMS is pretty cool 😀
Eminem, I think you might be right about the UNC WL being MCAT based, as no recent acceptees have had a lower MCAT.
PhDMed07 and SweetTea, thanks for the congrats, it's good to hear you know people from EVMS that like it there.
Good luck to all and hang in there and enjoy the final day of the 4th break!
franklin (by the way, franklin just broke his tail, how does a dog manage that???)
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I just got into UNC!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Interviewed 10/1/03 and got in today!
FYI--It was a phone call.
Thanks everyone for all your support this year. It feels so good to say UNC since I started this freakin' post almost a year ago!
Great weekend to all!
FYI--It was a phone call.
Thanks everyone for all your support this year. It feels so good to say UNC since I started this freakin' post almost a year ago!
Great weekend to all!
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Congratulations!!!! When did they call you? I was in the room with Randee when she called up someone to let them know they're in. Sounded so good to hear!
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Lisa called me, she had asked Dr. Hoole if she could since I had talked to her so much throughout the year!
I couldn't believe it when the cell phone caller ID said UNC. Unbelievable stuff....
Waitlists do move, I'm a believer now.
I couldn't believe it when the cell phone caller ID said UNC. Unbelievable stuff....
Waitlists do move, I'm a believer now.
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Woo hoo Franklin! This is the best news I've heard all week 🙂 Congrats buddy! You deserve it for hanging in there!
I just leased my apartment in WV a couple days ago so I'm all set to go if the ECU waitlist never moves an inch (which I don't expect it to really hehe).
*raises his glass of gatorade to you in toast!*
Here's to in-state tuition buddy!
-Richie
I just leased my apartment in WV a couple days ago so I'm all set to go if the ECU waitlist never moves an inch (which I don't expect it to really hehe).
*raises his glass of gatorade to you in toast!*
Here's to in-state tuition buddy!
-Richie
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Thanks Richie, Twinklz, and Swiper; I appreciate your congrats.
Franklin's taking "doggy" celebrex, so I guess he's comfortably numb.
Franklin's taking "doggy" celebrex, so I guess he's comfortably numb.
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franklinthedog said:
FRANKLIN THAT'S AWESOME!!!!
and give the canine franklin a pat for me...his poor tail!!
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sorry to bump this thread up for no reason, but thanks guamguy and SweetTea, I appreciate it.
I am just beginning the application process again for the 3rd time and would love to go to either ECU or UNC. Ive been reading this thread a little bit and just wanted to send my congrats out to all of u accepted. Hopefully I will join you. I was accepted to a DO school but Im going to try one more time to get into a MD school.
Franklin - Thats Awesome about UNC
Ritchie - Why dont you defer and apply again. Before you spend all that money on a DO degree.
Franklin - Thats Awesome about UNC
Ritchie - Why dont you defer and apply again. Before you spend all that money on a DO degree.
