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Hey!
I just got accepted to the Elms College Post-Bacc program and wanted to start a thread to hear from other people who were also accepted. If anyone has attended the program and has any advice I would appreciate it! Thanks!
 
Got accepted for the fall as well and trying to decide if I want to do it. I also got accepted to Hofstra's post bacc as well. Weighing my options to see which is the better offer.
 
In the same boat as OP. Anyone with feedback on the program, please share your thoughts!
 
Hi all I saw this thread and I currently go here. I am finishing my first year at Elms college, so if you have questions let me know
 
drewmighty said:
Hi all I saw this thread and I currently go here. I am finishing my first year at Elms college, so if you have questions let me know
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Awesome! I am going to be in touch w. Dr. Wiliams later this week, but it would be great to get a student's perspective.

A few questions:

-The website says there are linkage programs, but does not say which schools/how formal or informal the linkages are. Are there really linkages there? Do you think it's making a difference in where you plan to apply?

-The website also doesn't show any physics professors as regular faculty. Is that because there are visiting physics profs or adjunct physics professors?

-Do you find it is easy to get into the classes you need each semester? My undergrad program was a small school and I found it super competitive to get into the right classes, and I'm a bit worried about entering another small school for that reason.

-The Postbacc student house on Grant st... Good? Bad? Too close to undergrads? Seems like a good way to start out the program with some other like-minded people.

-Do you find that most students do 1 year or 2 years in the program? (I would likely be there for 2 years)

Any other thoughts that come to mind??

Thanks so much!
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arobbo16 said:
Awesome! I am going to be in touch w. Dr. Wiliams later this week, but it would be great to get a student's perspective.

A few questions:

-The website says there are linkage programs, but does not say which schools/how formal or informal the linkages are. Are there really linkages there? Do you think it's making a difference in where you plan to apply?

-The website also doesn't show any physics professors as regular faculty. Is that because there are visiting physics profs or adjunct physics professors?

-Do you find it is easy to get into the classes you need each semester? My undergrad program was a small school and I found it super competitive to get into the right classes, and I'm a bit worried about entering another small school for that reason.

-The Postbacc student house on Grant st... Good? Bad? Too close to undergrads? Seems like a good way to start out the program with some other like-minded people.

-Do you find that most students do 1 year or 2 years in the program? (I would likely be there for 2 years)

Any other thoughts that come to mind??

Thanks so much!
A
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ok so regarding linkages. The only one I know of is between LEECOM which is a DO school. You get a guaranteed interview as long as you meet minimum requirements. A guaranteed interview is nice and all, however I am going the MD ot DO route (hopefully) so I will be most likely not using that.

Dr. Berry is the current physics teacher. He knows his stuff. I do not know if he is adjunct or what not, however he has been here a while I am told. His own son actually just got into medical school and he put his sons MCAT stuff in the library for free use.

Getting into the classes is super easy as we get FIRST CHOICE. Dr. Williams will set up your classes for the first semester and you are guaranteed to get into what you need. Dr. Williams is super helpful with that and no matter what if you want/need a class she will get you in.

I also currently live in the post bac house. It is nice. Just do not get my room as it is super tiny haha. Rent is a little high (I pay $670). But it is nice. We normally host parties there and it is a place where lots of Post-Bacs go to hangout/study sometimes. Also there is a new house being opened next year that will house 9 students I believe (all post bacs). The house is right by campus but far enough from the undergrads. There was a slight issue apparently (I was not aware till recently) in which they did not allow girls into the current post bac house because it is occupied by guys and it being a catholic school, they do not want to mix gender. This actually made a few girls pissed who had to be put into the dorms for housing (DO NOT LIVE IN THE DORMS!). However the new house will be open to only females. So guys will get the old house (houses 5) and girls will get the new one (bigger, houses 9). The house is old and I swear the basement is haunted, but some of my best moments in the program are in the house. Also it has free laundry and people would come over to do laundry all the time.

Also the area of Chicopee is very boring! Which is good for studying, but bad when you want to go out. So if you have a car it can be quite helpful if you want to go out on the weekends.

I am a 2 year student and am finishing my first year. I would say 2/3 of the Post Bacs are 1 year students and 1/3 are 2 years. I have 0 Bio/ science background so have to take all the classes. So if you come in the fall I will be here 🙂.

In regards to other stuff, the program is very friendly, well at least Post Bac to Post bac. There is a lot of dislike of Post Bacs of Undergrads because there is a feeling that a lot of the undergrads do not try. In the library all you see is nursing students and Post Bacs. So unfortunately I believe the undergrads just dont take the college seriously. However the Post Bacs are very friendly with eachother. Sometimes you will have students who do not like to share notes, but most of the time you can ask for stuff and a fellow Post Bac will give it to you.

In regards to difficulty of the program, apparently is has become much more difficult this year. I am told before I came here classes were easier. (just a heads up but this is through the grapevine and I am not 100% sure on how true it is). But some students had apparently failed out of medical school who were in the program and Dr. Williams decided to increase the difficulty to make sure people can handle the rigor or medical school. So classes are now quite difficult, but if you put in the effort you should get an A.

Also unfortunately there was some cheating of a few Post Bacs in the program during some tests. Dr. Williams is trusting of us and gives us lots of leeway but something she said is "I can forgive someone who punches me in the face, but I can never forgive cheating." Yet it seemed like nothing was done as the cheaters remained in the program. Turns out that when she writes your community letter from the school to whatever program you want, she mentions you cheated and you are basically now blacklisted. So I would advise against cheating (this is indirect info so).

All in All the program is good. The Post Bacs are friendly with eachother and we basically help eachother out in most cases. Classes can be hard, but if you put in effort you should be good. I recommend recording lectures. Also if you do talk to Dr. Williams, please do not bring up some of the stuff I heard indirectly as I am not 100% sure on the validity. Also I do not want Dr. Williams thinking I am bad mouthing the program, as I am not. I do think the program is helpful to those who are willing to put in the effort. And Dr. Williams is a realist in that at the start she tells everyone that not all people in the program will get into medical school, but if you work your butt off you can. If you get a 4.0 over 2 years here and a good MCAT score you should be competitive (Depending on undergrad), however it is also good to have back up plans. Ok I feel like I am rambling, but if you have any questions regarding the program let me know. I tried to include the good and some bad as I'd prefer you get a sense of the program.
 
I go here too!

I got into a few other programs but this one was the most cost-effective /my family is local. Plus, it's very DIY and Dr. Williams helps you to create a class plan that works for you / your interests. Dr. Williams IS the program and she will have your back if you also do your part and work hard.

Some thoughts:
You have a WIDE mix of students here in terms of undergrad GPA / past experience. Some people come in with a sub 3.0, and some have 3.9s. I'm mid range ~3.4/3.5, but I definitely got some Cs in college. Some of us are right out of undergrad others took 3-5 years off. I took 3 years off and worked in politics/ healthcare management consulting.

I started this spring and am going to do this spring, summer, fall, and next spring. So far I have all As. I study A LOT and essentially make sure I memorize everything from lecture before going into a test. I think it's very doable to achieve that as long as you focus and don't mess around. I'm a little concerned about MCAT prep as (so far) none of my classes really require textbook reading and we are tested only on powerpoints so it doesn't force you to get the most comprehensive overview of the material you can get. Labs are taught by masters students or recently graduated masters students which, so far, has worked out great. I have already started studying for the MCAT on my own by basically reviewing the material I learn in class and doing questions I find based on that material.

Drewmighty is right - you are guaranteed an interview if you meet LECOMS GPA/MCAT minimal requirements.

I live in an off-campus apt, I pay $500 a month and love it. It's cheap to live around here and we all live in the library anyway so I don't see a need for any type of wild nightlife. I do work at the local hospital on the weekends so I don't have much of a choice anyway.

If I could, I would have started in the fall to have more time for MCAT prep as I'll be finishing classes AND studying for mcat AND doing the application. But, I wasn't ready to make that jump so I'm trying my best to make it all happen for myself, and so far so good!

I LOVE my incoming class, we are very tight, have group chats, go out together (when we can). I live with another post-bac and it's been great. All the post bacs live in the library which is moderately nice, so it's very easy to get to know each other. Elms is no harvard, but it REALLY fits the bill especially if you want to design your own curriculum and have a local hospital (that is easy to get involved with) with tons of pre-med-y jobs/ volunteer experience about 1 mile down the road. Scribe America just took over the whole baystate scribe program so they are hiring like crazy around here too.
 
drewmighty said:
ok so regarding linkages. The only one I know of is between LEECOM which is a DO school. You get a guaranteed interview as long as you meet minimum requirements. A guaranteed interview is nice and all, however I am going the MD ot DO route (hopefully) so I will be most likely not using that.

Dr. Berry is the current physics teacher. He knows his stuff. I do not know if he is adjunct or what not, however he has been here a while I am told. His own son actually just got into medical school and he put his sons MCAT stuff in the library for free use.

Getting into the classes is super easy as we get FIRST CHOICE. Dr. Williams will set up your classes for the first semester and you are guaranteed to get into what you need. Dr. Williams is super helpful with that and no matter what if you want/need a class she will get you in.

I also currently live in the post bac house. It is nice. Just do not get my room as it is super tiny haha. Rent is a little high (I pay $670). But it is nice. We normally host parties there and it is a place where lots of Post-Bacs go to hangout/study sometimes. Also there is a new house being opened next year that will house 9 students I believe (all post bacs). The house is right by campus but far enough from the undergrads. There was a slight issue apparently (I was not aware till recently) in which they did not allow girls into the current post bac house because it is occupied by guys and it being a catholic school, they do not want to mix gender. This actually made a few girls pissed who had to be put into the dorms for housing (DO NOT LIVE IN THE DORMS!). However the new house will be open to only females. So guys will get the old house (houses 5) and girls will get the new one (bigger, houses 9). The house is old and I swear the basement is haunted, but some of my best moments in the program are in the house. Also it has free laundry and people would come over to do laundry all the time.

Also the area of Chicopee is very boring! Which is good for studying, but bad when you want to go out. So if you have a car it can be quite helpful if you want to go out on the weekends.

I am a 2 year student and am finishing my first year. I would say 2/3 of the Post Bacs are 1 year students and 1/3 are 2 years. I have 0 Bio/ science background so have to take all the classes. So if you come in the fall I will be here 🙂.

In regards to other stuff, the program is very friendly, well at least Post Bac to Post bac. There is a lot of dislike of Post Bacs of Undergrads because there is a feeling that a lot of the undergrads do not try. In the library all you see is nursing students and Post Bacs. So unfortunately I believe the undergrads just dont take the college seriously. However the Post Bacs are very friendly with eachother. Sometimes you will have students who do not like to share notes, but most of the time you can ask for stuff and a fellow Post Bac will give it to you.

In regards to difficulty of the program, apparently is has become much more difficult this year. I am told before I came here classes were easier. (just a heads up but this is through the grapevine and I am not 100% sure on how true it is). But some students had apparently failed out of medical school who were in the program and Dr. Williams decided to increase the difficulty to make sure people can handle the rigor or medical school. So classes are now quite difficult, but if you put in the effort you should get an A.

Also unfortunately there was some cheating of a few Post Bacs in the program during some tests. Dr. Williams is trusting of us and gives us lots of leeway but something she said is "I can forgive someone who punches me in the face, but I can never forgive cheating." Yet it seemed like nothing was done as the cheaters remained in the program. Turns out that when she writes your community letter from the school to whatever program you want, she mentions you cheated and you are basically now blacklisted. So I would advise against cheating (this is indirect info so).

All in All the program is good. The Post Bacs are friendly with eachother and we basically help eachother out in most cases. Classes can be hard, but if you put in effort you should be good. I recommend recording lectures. Also if you do talk to Dr. Williams, please do not bring up some of the stuff I heard indirectly as I am not 100% sure on the validity. Also I do not want Dr. Williams thinking I am bad mouthing the program, as I am not. I do think the program is helpful to those who are willing to put in the effort. And Dr. Williams is a realist in that at the start she tells everyone that not all people in the program will get into medical school, but if you work your butt off you can. If you get a 4.0 over 2 years here and a good MCAT score you should be competitive (Depending on undergrad), however it is also good to have back up plans. Ok I feel like I am rambling, but if you have any questions regarding the program let me know. I tried to include the good and some bad as I'd prefer you get a sense of the program.
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thejewellster said:
I go here too!

I got into a few other programs but this one was the most cost-effective /my family is local. Plus, it's very DIY and Dr. Williams helps you to create a class plan that works for you / your interests. Dr. Williams IS the program and she will have your back if you also do your part and work hard.

Some thoughts:
You have a WIDE mix of students here in terms of undergrad GPA / past experience. Some people come in with a sub 3.0, and some have 3.9s. I'm mid range ~3.4/3.5, but I definitely got some Cs in college. Some of us are right out of undergrad others took 3-5 years off. I took 3 years off and worked in politics/ healthcare management consulting.

I started this spring and am going to do this spring, summer, fall, and next spring. So far I have all As. I study A LOT and essentially make sure I memorize everything from lecture before going into a test. I think it's very doable to achieve that as long as you focus and don't mess around. I'm a little concerned about MCAT prep as (so far) none of my classes really require textbook reading and we are tested only on powerpoints so it doesn't force you to get the most comprehensive overview of the material you can get. Labs are taught by masters students or recently graduated masters students which, so far, has worked out great. I have already started studying for the MCAT on my own by basically reviewing the material I learn in class and doing questions I find based on that material.

Drewmighty is right - you are guaranteed an interview if you meet LECOMS GPA/MCAT minimal requirements.

I live in an off-campus apt, I pay $500 a month and love it. It's cheap to live around here and we all live in the library anyway so I don't see a need for any type of wild nightlife. I do work at the local hospital on the weekends so I don't have much of a choice anyway.

If I could, I would have started in the fall to have more time for MCAT prep as I'll be finishing classes AND studying for mcat AND doing the application. But, I wasn't ready to make that jump so I'm trying my best to make it all happen for myself, and so far so good!

I LOVE my incoming class, we are very tight, have group chats, go out together (when we can). I live with another post-bac and it's been great. All the post bacs live in the library which is moderately nice, so it's very easy to get to know each other. Elms is no harvard, but it REALLY fits the bill especially if you want to design your own curriculum and have a local hospital (that is easy to get involved with) with tons of pre-med-y jobs/ volunteer experience about 1 mile down the road. Scribe America just took over the whole baystate scribe program so they are hiring like crazy around here too.
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You guys are seriously helpful! Really appreciate the honest feedback. @DREW that's great news re: LECOM - I'm definitely considering DO applications.

I put in an application to housing for the Grant st. house (I'm a guy) so fingers crossed there. Still waiting to hear back from UVM before putting down a deposit, but as of now I'm pretty sure I'll be at Elms come September.

Thanks again!
 
drewmighty said:
ok so regarding linkages. The only one I know of is between LEECOM which is a DO school. You get a guaranteed interview as long as you meet minimum requirements. A guaranteed interview is nice and all, however I am going the MD ot DO route (hopefully) so I will be most likely not using that.

Dr. Berry is the current physics teacher. He knows his stuff. I do not know if he is adjunct or what not, however he has been here a while I am told. His own son actually just got into medical school and he put his sons MCAT stuff in the library for free use.

Getting into the classes is super easy as we get FIRST CHOICE. Dr. Williams will set up your classes for the first semester and you are guaranteed to get into what you need. Dr. Williams is super helpful with that and no matter what if you want/need a class she will get you in.

I also currently live in the post bac house. It is nice. Just do not get my room as it is super tiny haha. Rent is a little high (I pay $670). But it is nice. We normally host parties there and it is a place where lots of Post-Bacs go to hangout/study sometimes. Also there is a new house being opened next year that will house 9 students I believe (all post bacs). The house is right by campus but far enough from the undergrads. There was a slight issue apparently (I was not aware till recently) in which they did not allow girls into the current post bac house because it is occupied by guys and it being a catholic school, they do not want to mix gender. This actually made a few girls pissed who had to be put into the dorms for housing (DO NOT LIVE IN THE DORMS!). However the new house will be open to only females. So guys will get the old house (houses 5) and girls will get the new one (bigger, houses 9). The house is old and I swear the basement is haunted, but some of my best moments in the program are in the house. Also it has free laundry and people would come over to do laundry all the time.

Also the area of Chicopee is very boring! Which is good for studying, but bad when you want to go out. So if you have a car it can be quite helpful if you want to go out on the weekends.

I am a 2 year student and am finishing my first year. I would say 2/3 of the Post Bacs are 1 year students and 1/3 are 2 years. I have 0 Bio/ science background so have to take all the classes. So if you come in the fall I will be here 🙂.

In regards to other stuff, the program is very friendly, well at least Post Bac to Post bac. There is a lot of dislike of Post Bacs of Undergrads because there is a feeling that a lot of the undergrads do not try. In the library all you see is nursing students and Post Bacs. So unfortunately I believe the undergrads just dont take the college seriously. However the Post Bacs are very friendly with eachother. Sometimes you will have students who do not like to share notes, but most of the time you can ask for stuff and a fellow Post Bac will give it to you.

In regards to difficulty of the program, apparently is has become much more difficult this year. I am told before I came here classes were easier. (just a heads up but this is through the grapevine and I am not 100% sure on how true it is). But some students had apparently failed out of medical school who were in the program and Dr. Williams decided to increase the difficulty to make sure people can handle the rigor or medical school. So classes are now quite difficult, but if you put in the effort you should get an A.

Also unfortunately there was some cheating of a few Post Bacs in the program during some tests. Dr. Williams is trusting of us and gives us lots of leeway but something she said is "I can forgive someone who punches me in the face, but I can never forgive cheating." Yet it seemed like nothing was done as the cheaters remained in the program. Turns out that when she writes your community letter from the school to whatever program you want, she mentions you cheated and you are basically now blacklisted. So I would advise against cheating (this is indirect info so).

All in All the program is good. The Post Bacs are friendly with eachother and we basically help eachother out in most cases. Classes can be hard, but if you put in effort you should be good. I recommend recording lectures. Also if you do talk to Dr. Williams, please do not bring up some of the stuff I heard indirectly as I am not 100% sure on the validity. Also I do not want Dr. Williams thinking I am bad mouthing the program, as I am not. I do think the program is helpful to those who are willing to put in the effort. And Dr. Williams is a realist in that at the start she tells everyone that not all people in the program will get into medical school, but if you work your butt off you can. If you get a 4.0 over 2 years here and a good MCAT score you should be competitive (Depending on undergrad), however it is also good to have back up plans. Ok I feel like I am rambling, but if you have any questions regarding the program let me know. I tried to include the good and some bad as I'd prefer you get a sense of the program.
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Do you know of any students doing master in biomedical degree there? I just got accepted to the master in biomedical program. Read your comments on living in the dorm. Do you recommend living in a post bac house? Can you talk more about that?
 
trandzuyhieu said:
Do you know of any students doing master in biomedical degree there? I just got accepted to the master in biomedical program. Read your comments on living in the dorm. Do you recommend living in a post bac house? Can you talk more about that?
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I do know people in the program and know a little bit about the program as well. You can live in the post bac house, it is nice I enjoyed my time there, but it will be a little more expensive than if you found your own place. Rent for me was $670. I will be paying about $400 ish when i move into another place. It is a little overpriced, but everything is included (all utilities), and there is a washer and dryer in the basement. As far as the new postbac house that is being built and will most likely be girls only, I have no info on that. The post bac house is a little more expensive, but you can have a for sure place to stay. Again I stress DO NOT LIVE IN THE DORMS. The walls are too thin and you hear everything. No post bacs or others in the program could study in the dorms or sleep well for that matter sometimes. Plus the dorms have rules you must follow. If you want to know any other specifics just let me know.
 
drewmighty said:
I do know people in the program and know a little bit about the program as well. You can live in the post bac house, it is nice I enjoyed my time there, but it will be a little more expensive than if you found your own place. Rent for me was $670. I will be paying about $400 ish when i move into another place. It is a little overpriced, but everything is included (all utilities), and there is a washer and dryer in the basement. As far as the new postbac house that is being built and will most likely be girls only, I have no info on that. The post bac house is a little more expensive, but you can have a for sure place to stay. Again I stress DO NOT LIVE IN THE DORMS. The walls are too thin and you hear everything. No post bacs or others in the program could study in the dorms or sleep well for that matter sometimes. Plus the dorms have rules you must follow. If you want to know any other specifics just let me know.
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$400+ is a great deal. Is that a studio apartment? Can you give me a few info about places around that price range? I appreciates the response.
 
trandzuyhieu said:
$400+ is a great deal. Is that a studio apartment? Can you give me a few info about places around that price range? I appreciates the response.
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I am not actually that knowledgeable about non student housing. i am rooming with some other post bacs in the program and I am currently in California. They are doing all the searching at the moment and are doing most of the work for me. I would look on cragslist, and other housing things for the area of chicopee. That is all I can offer, sorry.
 
I am also considering to apply, but i am not sure if i should go for the masters or for the post- bacc.

I have already taken all the undergrad prereqs so i was thinking the masters would benefit me more and i will end up with a degree at the end?
 
Koci said:
I am also considering to apply, but i am not sure if i should go for the masters or for the post- bacc.

I have already taken all the undergrad prereqs so i was thinking the masters would benefit me more and i will end up with a degree at the end?
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Yes you will.. you’ll earn a master of science
 
trandzuyhieu said:
Yes you will.. you’ll earn a master of science
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I have heard a few people that maybe the post-bacc would look better on the records because it aplies to the UG gpa. And the master is not an SMP so it would just be a regular master. So i am not sure for which one to go for.
 
Koci said:
I have heard a few people that maybe the post-bacc would look better on the records because it aplies to the UG gpa. And the master is not an SMP so it would just be a regular master. So i am not sure for which one to go for.
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If you go to google AAMC postbacc/master programs they includes many graduates and post bacc programs that allow you to boost your GPA especially in science GPA. While it could be true that post-bacc are core science classes, Master class can be non science, and that can impact your application in a negative way. Medical schools looks positive trend and not your past academic record. They want to see improvement on science courses. If you look at 1st year medical school curriculum, Elms master of science has many classes that are taught in 1st year medical school. If you can get a B average in your master of science, it is a very good indication that you can handle rigorous courses in medical schools.
 
Blossom21 said:
Got accepted for the fall as well and trying to decide if I want to do it. I also got accepted to Hofstra's post bacc as well. Weighing my options to see which is the better offer.
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What did you decide? I'm between the two as well. Also, is there a facebook group yet? Thanks!
 
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I just got accepted into the Fall 2018 Post Bacc class are there any girls interested in looking for a roommate? please message me!!
 
mariya123 said:
I just got accepted into the Fall 2018 Post Bacc class are there any girls interested in looking for a roommate? please message me!!
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Congrats on getting in! You should add your name to the google sheet! I think many girls are looking for roommates!
 
Czarcastic said:
What did you decide? I'm between the two as well. Also, is there a facebook group yet? Thanks!
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I chose Elms College over Hofstra because it was cheaper, and Elms College seemed more welcoming. I haven't heard about any Facebook group for Post-baccs.. Although that would be useful
 
Blossom21 said:
I chose Elms College over Hofstra because it was cheaper, and Elms College seemed more welcoming. I haven't heard about any Facebook group for Post-baccs.. Although that would be useful
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Thanks! Yeah that was pretty much my reasoning too. Also, a FB group has been made! I can't link but just search "Elms College Post Bacc 2018"
 
Do you guys all have places to live too? I tried dorming but noticed it's all full and i was put on the waitlist
 
mariya123 said:
Do you guys all have places to live too? I tried dorming but noticed it's all full and i was put on the waitlist
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And yeah, I'm in the same boat. Idk how likely it is to come off the waitlist so I'm looking at apartments nearby.
 
Just a heads up to people regarding classes. If you have not taken general biology, I would suggest you take it. I talked to her and it is not required for all medical schools, however the ones I want (in California) do require gen bio. She does not always give students gen bio classes so it is nice that she will set up classes for you, however do research on the schools you want and make sure your class schedule covers all the requirements.

PS. Dorms suck a lot, I would try to find other places. Lots of post bacs hated the dorms as they are loud and the walls are thin.
 
drewmighty said:
Hi all I saw this thread and I currently go here. I am finishing my first year at Elms college, so if you have questions let me know
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I can I ask you questions I just got accepted into the spring term thanks
 
Hey everyone i got accepted in the spring but need help looking for an apartment or roommate. I'm a male of the age 26, so let me know
 
drewmighty said:
Hi all I saw this thread and I currently go here. I am finishing my first year at Elms college, so if you have questions let me know
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Hello,

I'm thinking of applying here for the post bacc program as an academic record enhancer. Do you know if anyone has had success getting into med schools after retaking classes from undergrad?
 
FreshnewLife said:
Hey everyone i got accepted in the spring but need help looking for an apartment or roommate. I'm a male of the age 26, so let me know
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Hello, I'll be attending in Spring too. male, 27, also looking for a place to stay.

Does any have more information upon the linkage? and how tough is the program?
 
yostwafu said:
Hello, I'll be attending in Spring too. male, 27, also looking for a place to stay.

Does any have more information upon the linkage? and how tough is the program?
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As far as linkage goes Elms only has a linkage to a DO school (LEECOM) in a free interview as long as you meet their requirements. Program difficulty is standard. If you study hard and put in effort you will be successful and able to achieve A's. However some current post bacs are struggling but that is because I believe they are not putting in as much effort as they should be. Dr. Williams makes her tests so that you cannot simply get A's from rote memorization, but you need to understand the concepts in order to be successful, which is helpful for the MCAT as she teaches concepts you can expect to see on the MCAT. She also takes MCAT questions and has put them on her tests. If you are hoping to come to Elms for a "free" A, that is not what you will get.
 
drewmighty said:
As far as linkage goes Elms only has a linkage to a DO school (LEECOM) in a free interview as long as you meet their requirements. Program difficulty is standard. If you study hard and put in effort you will be successful and able to achieve A's. However some current post bacs are struggling but that is because I believe they are not putting in as much effort as they should be. Dr. Williams makes her tests so that you cannot simply get A's from rote memorization, but you need to understand the concepts in order to be successful, which is helpful for the MCAT as she teaches concepts you can expect to see on the MCAT. She also takes MCAT questions and has put them on her tests. If you are hoping to come to Elms for a "free" A, that is not what you will get.
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Thank you for the information. Yes, I expected that getting A's is not easy since it is a post bacc program. How much support would you have when you're taking the courses? For example, do they have TA's sessions, practice problems, that would prepare you for exams?
 
yostwafu said:
Thank you for the information. Yes, I expected that getting A's is not easy since it is a post bacc program. How much support would you have when you're taking the courses? For example, do they have TA's sessions, practice problems, that would prepare you for exams?
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They have a tutoring center, other students in the program work together, Dr. Williams has lots of office hours (although she is booked all the time), other teachers have office hours, you get practice homework for some classes (like physics, chem)
 
Has any received emails about classes registrations for Spring? I know the registration week starts on the 5th but I haven't received email on that.
 
yostwafu said:
Has any received emails about classes registrations for Spring? I know the registration week starts on the 5th but I haven't received email on that.
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Are you first time registering? If so email Dr. Williams. Apparently there was also an issue with the website regarding bio classes. Here is the email she sent out:

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Good morning,
The Registrar has failed to post all of the classes offered for Biology and the Master of Biomedical Sciences onto Blazernet. In addition, there were several errors on the schedule. Please find the classes below and the times that they will be offered.
Thank you.

BIO 221.01 Nursing Microbiology Williams MW 1:25-2:40
BIO 221.02 Nursing Microbiology Williams TR 1:25-2:40
BIO 314.01/BIO514.01 Anatomy & Physiology 2 Williams TR 8:00-9:15
BIO 314L.01/BIO514L.01 Anatomy & Physiology 2 Lab Williams T 5:30-8PM
BIO 330.01/530.01 Microbiology Williams M 4:05-6:35
BIO 336.01/536.01 Biochemistry Williams TR 2:50-4:05
BMS 522.01 Pharmacology Christensen MW 8:00-9:15
BMS 527.01 Pathology Williams TR 9:25-10:40
BMS 630.01 Neuroscience Christensen MW 9:25-10:40
BMS 615.01 Clinical Medicine 2 F 9:30-4:00
BIO 306.DE/506.DE Williams Medical Terminology
BIO 335.DE/535.DE Williams Nutrition
BIO 340.DE/540.DE Williams Immunology Online
BIO 221L.01 Nursing Microbiology Lab Williams M 3-5PM
BIO 221L.02 Nursing Microbiology Lab Williams T 3-5PM
BIO 221L.03 Nursing Microbiology Lab Williams W 3-5PM
BIO 221L.04 Nursing Microbiology Lab Williams R 3-5PM
BIO 314L/514L.01 Anatomy & Physiology 2 Lab Williams
BIO 330L/530L.01 Microbiology Lab Williams T 5:05-7:05PM
BIO 330L/530L.02 Microbiology Lab Williams W 5:05-7:05PM
BIO 336L/536L.01 Biochemistry Lab Williams R 5:30-8:00PM
BIO 409.02 Independent Study 2 credits
BIO 409A.02 Independent Study 1 credit
BMS 695.01 Graduate Teaching Assistant 1 credit
BMS 690.01 Capstone Williams/Christensen 1 credit

The following classes are NOT offered:
BIO 316.01 Cell Biology
BIO 316L.01 Cell Biology Lab
BIO 205.DE Medical Terminology (this is BIO 306.DE)

Please contact me should you have questions.
Thank you.
Janet Williams, Ph.D. "
 
Yes it is my first time registering here. Thank you for updating me. They just sent me an email to create my account this morning. I assume that I will be able to know my registration date next week. Btw, I contacted Dr.Williams about which classes to take and she put me on 14 units including labs. Since you're on the program you know what it is like, I'd like to ask if this is a normal load per semester?
 
yostwafu said:
Yes it is my first time registering here. Thank you for updating me. They just sent me an email to create my account this morning. I assume that I will be able to know my registration date next week. Btw, I contacted Dr.Williams about which classes to take and she put me on 14 units including labs. Since you're on the program you know what it is like, I'd like to ask if this is a normal load per semester?
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Yes this is normal, I am currently taking 4 classes and 3 labs with 15 units total. I know people who have done 18+ but I would not recommend it for your first semester as you want to get used to the program.
 
yostwafu said:
Hello, I'll be attending in Spring too. male, 27, also looking for a place to stay.

Does any have more information upon the linkage? and how tough is the program?
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Hey Bruh we can exchange name if you are down
 
hello!
Anyone attending the Elms post bacc program this Summer?
 
Hi! My situation: The decision letter is still on the way, but the university’s helpdesk sent access to a student email and Blazernet. Are you attending this summer? If so, let’s talk!
 
Haruka Kido said:
Hi! My situation: The decision letter is still on the way, but the university’s helpdesk sent access to a student email and Blazernet. Are you attending this summer? If so, let’s talk!
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Hello, I received an email from the university's help desk as well. How long did it take you to receive the official acceptance mail afterwards? That is if you have already. If not, do you know how long it would take? Also does this mean we have been accepted?
 
Just got accepted- Anyone starting the post-bacc program this Fall that needs a roommate?
 
Hello! I just got accepted into the post bac program for this fall; I was wondering if there is a housing website or anywhere that we can find roommates and housing options for the fall?
 
will9292 said:
I haven't found any housing resources yet- I'm also wondering that as well.
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I emailed Jon Todd about post bacc housing! He was able to find me something through the school, furnished, everything included etc. His email is [email protected] if you're interested in post bacc housing! There's also a google sheets document to be put on a list for more off campus housing, contact Heather Aube at [email protected]
 
Hi all,

Any Californians at Elms College? I am debating on make the big move, but have been accepted for Fall 2019. Who else will be there and any pertinent advice? Much appreciated!!

-Z
 
Hello,

When did you guys apply and how long did it take to hear back?
 
I applied the first week of March and heard back last week- apparently there's a lot of applicants to review.
 
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