Florida Schools Application thread (2008)

[Biscuit799]

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Just to reiterate:

To all considering FSU:

I would be very wary, if you have multiple acceptances, of attending FSU, unless you are very sure that you want to do primary care, and don't mind spending 1/3 to 1/2 your medical school career in a rural locale. FSU pushes FP very hard. The student's I've seen post in this forum aren't lying or exaggerating when they say how hard FP is pushed. I know what they say during interviews, but once you get here, it's a different story. There is a huge agenda at this school, and I would encourage you to consider this when deciding on schools. If you think you might be as, or even a little less, happy at another school, you might want to seriously consider it. Because when you're a 2nd or 3rd year and decide you really like Ophtho, it's going to be very tough to find support for this. And you might be happier in Miami or Tampa for 3rd and 4th year than you would be in Pensacola.

 

[pandulce321]

I received an interview from FSU today!!! 🙂

 

[gujuDoc]

Looks like at least one person from 3 of the 4 schools have gotten invites so the season is officially starting with interview invites.

If anyone on here is in the EDP group with my friend from USF, I wish you luck.

 

[pakbabydoll]

Good luck you guys.

 

[IzzyMarieDMD]

I received an interview from FSU today!!! 🙂

how did they notify you?

 

[pandulce321]

how did they notify you?

They called me at 11:30am.

 

[timurx]

UMiami invite yesterday! thats make 2/4 FL schools...anyone else get good news?

 

[ILikeToMoveIt]

UMiami invite yesterday! thats make 2/4 FL schools...anyone else get good news?

Hey Timurx,

Congrats on the UM invite!! Would you mind sharing when you were complete there? Hopefully the rest of us will hear something good soon 🙂

 

[gujuDoc]

UMiami invite yesterday! thats make 2/4 FL schools...anyone else get good news?

Congratulations.

 

[gujuDoc]

BTW good luck to you all that have interviews coming up soon be it EDP interviews or regular season interviews at any of the Fl. schools.

 

[pandulce321]

UMiami invite yesterday! thats make 2/4 FL schools...anyone else get good news?

Congrats!!! I am hoping for one as well.

 

[ParvatiP]

UMiami invite yesterday! thats make 2/4 FL schools...anyone else get good news?

Congrats! When are you going to be interviewing? (I'll be at Miami on 9/17).

 

[timurx]

Hey Timurx,

Congrats on the UM invite!! Would you mind sharing when you were complete there? Hopefully the rest of us will hear something good soon 🙂

I was complete there on July 29th...gluck!

 

[timurx]

Congrats! When are you going to be interviewing? (I'll be at Miami on 9/17).

me too! 9/17...see ya there

 

[jmurphy2005]

If you are going raw numbers then I suppose UF>USF/Miami>FSU>Nova/Lecom-B

QUOTE]

For the sake of throwing this out there: rankings aren't everything. My family is ridiculously excited about me applying to med school, and they've all asked every doctor they know about what schools I should apply to, and which are the best in FL.

The answer has always been USF & Miami, not for how amazing the schools are, but because in Tampa and Miami you'll see so much variety of patients with so many different conditions that you're really well prepared when you hit your residency. also, not all of these docs were from florida, or attended USF or Miami--several did their residencies in FL and noted how much better prepared the kids coming out of USF and Miami were overall.

Thought I'd pass it on!

 

[gujuDoc]

If you are going raw numbers then I suppose UF>USF/Miami>FSU>Nova/Lecom-B

QUOTE]

For the sake of throwing this out there: rankings aren't everything. My family is ridiculously excited about me applying to med school, and they've all asked every doctor they know about what schools I should apply to, and which are the best in FL.

The answer has always been USF & Miami, not for how amazing the schools are, but because in Tampa and Miami you'll see so much variety of patients with so many different conditions that you're really well prepared when you hit your residency. also, not all of these docs were from florida, or attended USF or Miami--several did their residencies in FL and noted how much better prepared the kids coming out of USF and Miami were overall.

Thought I'd pass it on!

Yeah this was the point I was making earlier. You can't use rankings or numerical averages to judge the different schools because the only thing in common they have is their common goal of training physicians. however, the methods they use i.e. curricula and the missions which they are trying to project are different. For instance, FSU has an aim for creating more primary care physicians especially for northern and the true central part of Fl. i.e. places like Polk county or places like Ocala etc. On the other hand, USF and Miami want to train not just PCPs but also other physicians who will be willing to serve in the more urbanized areas of Tampa and Miami or in Miami's case in the more poorer communities of the poorer latino districts and so forth. Meanwhile, UF is more focused on academic medicine.

For certain fields like Rad onco or otho or plastics I will definitely say that if you want a better chance in those fields UF or Miami will be a better bet, but if you want fields like Infectious Diseases I think a school like USF or better yet Miami will be a better bet. If you want a school which has a good Emergency Medicine program USF is one of the best though UMiami would be higher ranked if it had a residency program for EM. However, even in that case, USF would probably trump over say FSU or possibly even UF.

Each school has its strengths and weak points. For instance, USF is strong in that it has a strong diverse background and a multitude of clinical experiences in different kind of facilities and patient populations. However, some of its weak points are that though it has Shriners Hospital and Fl. Orthopedics around the corner, it only recently created a proper Orthopedic training program and didn't have one prior to this as compared with other schools. Similarly, it has Moffitt Cancer center one of the premier cancer institutes but it has yet to develop a rad onco residency program. On the other hand, UF is known for a good rad onco residency program.

These are just examples, but my point is that each school has its ups and downs and though UF is the most competitive in a sense, I'd imagine that USF and Umiami and even FSU have certain qualifying points that make them somewhat competitive. Finally, as pointed out above it is important to remember that if you are applying at multiple schools to remember that each school has its good and bad points and you need to determine which is the best fit for you.

 

[FON86]

i thought this needed a bump.
So anybody receive any interview invites?

 

[KnuxNole]

Just got back my MCAT score:

27(10PS/8VR/9BS)

Do you guys think I stand a chance with Florida school if I have a 3.65 GPA(3.6 BCPM GPA) and strong ECs(i can list them if you want, but in a nutshell, numerous volunteer hours, done clinicals at Orlando Regional every summer, shadowing a physician, tutored, camp counseler)

 

[Biscuit799]

Just got back my MCAT score:

27(10PS/8VR/9BS)

Do you guys think I stand a chance with Florida school if I have a 3.65 GPA(3.6 BCPM GPA) and strong ECs(i can list them if you want, but in a nutshell, numerous volunteer hours, done clinicals at Orlando Regional every summer, shadowing a physician, tutored, camp counseler)

You should be competitive for FSU, while you'll stand an outside shot at USF and Miami (depending on EC's, research, etc). The avg MCAT for FSU is something along the lines of 25-28. You're GPA is competitive enough that good letter's/EC's/PS can help bolster the MCAT.

As far as the "Do I stand a chance?" question...
Yes, yes you do! Good Luck👍

 

[gujuDoc]

You should be competitive for FSU, while you'll stand an outside shot at USF and Miami (depending on EC's, research, etc). The avg MCAT for FSU is something along the lines of 25-28. You're GPA is competitive enough that good letter's/EC's/PS can help bolster the MCAT.

As far as the "Do I stand a chance?" question...
Yes, yes you do! Good Luck👍

Yeah but I thought FSU looks more for people that were more focused with work related to service to the underserved and possibly themselves having been a disadvantaged kind of person. At least those were the kind of people I was seeing get in. I found a lot of people with scores similar to the above (From USF) but not that much work with underserved or themselves not having been underserved were not really looked at. On the other hand, friends of mine who were underserved that had great profiles or worked with underserved a lot had a greater chance.

I actually think they have a much better shot at USF then FSU based on what I saw on the past 2-3 cycles with people both on SDN and in real life at USF.

If it is anything like the past, USF will possibly interview you with good ECs and your GPA being as it is which is almost near their 3.7 average. The only thing is that it would possibly be more in the later half of the season during the spring season. I do know quite many people with similar scores to yours that are now med students at USF and some had 3.8+ GPAs to compensate for that with great ECs. Others had your 3.6ish average and a 26-27 range MCAT or in some cases 28-29. Most had significant ECs and were interviewed late hence high tier waitlisted. Most of those high tier waitlists got into the school between the months of May to June and are now in med school there.

If you want a more realistic and reassurance, I would call the USF admissions office at (813)974-2229. I believe the new interim director is Dr. Koehler.

I also would email Dr. Stephen Specter at [email protected] for advice or Dr. Williams at [email protected]

For miami, i'd call Dr. Hinkley and the admissions office there and see what they say.

Usually all the FL MD and DO schools tend to be very accomodating in discussing your application and where you possibly stand and how you can improve if you are weak in an area. This is one of the best states to be in for med school because I have found that most people find the different Fl. school's staff to be real helpful vs. some schools which will not answer your questions unless you've been rejected.

 

[medguy83]

In regards to the 27 mcat, it is possible to get into a FL school. UF tends to be more numbers concious, so you might be stretch there, but as far as USF is concerned I know a few people with 26-28 scores that have gotten in. FSU looks more on your EC activities and your work with the underserved. I've heard of people with really strong mcats and gpa's not getting in, so it's kind of iffy.

I read on the invite thread that someone named BH4-something got an invite at FSU. I take it that there are still some ED applicants getting invites, and regular MD applicants are just now starting to get some. Hopefully, I'll hear some love from USF, FSU, and Miami soon. Chin-up everyone, and congrats to those hearing good news early on

 

[gujuDoc]

In regards to the 27 mcat, it is possible to get into a FL school. UF tends to be more numbers concious, so you might be stretch there, but as far as USF is concerned I know a few people with 26-28 scores that have gotten in. FSU looks more on your EC activities and your work with the underserved. I've heard of people with really strong mcats and gpa's not getting in, so it's kind of iffy.

I read on the invite thread that someone named BH4-something got an invite at FSU. I take it that there are still some ED applicants getting invites, and regular MD applicants are just now starting to get some. Hopefully, I'll hear some love from USF, FSU, and Miami soon. Chin-up everyone, and congrats to those hearing good news early on

Yeah I don't know about the other EDP programs in Fl. if they have it but USF's EDP people find out Wed. Hope my friend gets in.

Seems like regular interviews will start soon here too and everywhere else in Fl. Good luck guys and gals. 😀

Oh and remember to post on the SDN feedback as you get through with interviews if you can somewhat remember your questions and also about the overall experience so as to help future applicants.

 

[mikedc813]

Yeah I don't know about the other EDP programs in Fl. if they have it but USF's EDP people find out Wed. Hope my friend gets in.

Seems like regular interviews will start soon here too and everywhere else in Fl. Good luck guys and gals. 😀

Oh and remember to post on the SDN feedback as you get through with interviews if you can somewhat remember your questions and also about the overall experience so as to help future applicants.

Who is your friend who interviewed? I met all the applicants when they interviewed.

 

[gujuDoc]

Who is your friend who interviewed? I met all the applicants when they interviewed.

I shall send you a PM in like just one second. So check that.

 

[mikedc813]

Just got back my MCAT score:

27(10PS/8VR/9BS)

Do you guys think I stand a chance with Florida school if I have a 3.65 GPA(3.6 BCPM GPA) and strong ECs(i can list them if you want, but in a nutshell, numerous volunteer hours, done clinicals at Orlando Regional every summer, shadowing a physician, tutored, camp counseler)

I think you have a decent chance at getting into USF. The 27 is good, and while a few points would help you out, it's not worth taking again.

 

[Walter Sobchak]

Hi guys. I see a lot of debating between which schools in FL are "better." I went through the decision making process last application year (2007), before I finally decided the school & place I knew I'd want to be for the next few years of my life. I thought my mind was going to explode because each school is so alike and yet so different. Wherever you end up going you can be assured you'll receive a great education and become competitive for your residency- this sort of education depends so much on how passionate & persistent you are… so your experience rests so much on how bad you want it. You should pick a school that simply "feels right" for you, one where you can feel at ease that you'll be able to maximize your studying/education, pass the boards with flying colors and become competitive for an ideal residency. But its unfortunate that a lot of applicants feel that going to FSU or UF will hinder their exposure to exciting cases and not prepare them for busy, metropolitan hospitals.
If you go to a big city school it doesn't necessarily mean you are receiving more extensive training than anyone else. Especially since FSU and UF go to great lengths to ensure their 3rd/4th year students are exposed to a plethora of cases. Besides, 1 & 2 year should and will focus primarily on academic sciences- to teach students the info to appreciate clinical medicine. If you don't know the theory/info/medicine then clinical experience is as good as job shadowing. This is why city schools like USF have simulation labs with smart dummies, just like FSU and UF. This is due to the flexibility, efficiency and success simulators have on the medical learning experience: Success of Simulation Labs
​

And we should not assume that UM and USF will match people better than FSU and UF into EM, Trauma and other "high-intensity" fields- just look at the residency placements for the last few years and you'll be surprised how well UF places. Residency matching isn't just about where your school is located- but how well you perform on your exams and your recommendations. Before assuming these things we should refer to the facts: Compare UF to UM (similar class sizes) with their 2007 match results: UF Match Results versus UM Match Results. For UF: Emergency Medicine=9, RadiationOncology=3, DiagRadiology=10, Surgeries (Othor,Neuro,Gen,Prelim)=13, Anesthesia= 11. For UMiami: EM=4!, RadiaOnco=1, DiagRadiology=8, Surgeries=12, and Anesthesia= 10. And state schools cost less! =)
​

I'm not trying to say "don't go to USF or UM" by any means- they are amazing schools (obviously) and match awesome- just make sure you pick a school you know you'll be comfortable enough to succeed---I agree with GujuDoc- it really is a subjective opinion- everyone is going to see a school differently-
​

But please try to stay away from making assumptions about a school. For one, UF is not as arrogant as people love to make it out to be. If you go to UF you'll find yourself surrounded by many helpful, modest and selfless, people who were once nervous premeds like you- who were willing to sacrifice anything for the sake of learning & practicing medicine. The profs and docs there LOVE to teach! And Robyn S is the most understanding, nicest and helpful person you'll ever come across- ever! I honestly think that people are intimidated by UF just because the undergrad environment may have rubbed them the wrong way…and of course there is always the noticeable school pride. Aside from a great reputation, UF has many great people studying and teaching there- Try to have an open mind…
And my advice is that you shouldn't stress out this year while you're applying. Its so easy to get caught up in this roller coaster. Just remain humble, confident and optimistic. Pick the school that'll let you be a better student! Best of luck!
​

 

[mikedc813]

Hi guys. I see a lot of debating between which schools in FL are "better." I went through the decision making process last application year (2007), before I finally decided the school & place I knew I'd want to be for the next few years of my life. I thought my mind was going to explode because each school is so alike and yet so different. Wherever you end up going you can be assured you'll receive a great education and become competitive for your residency- this sort of education depends so much on how passionate & persistent you are… so your experience rests so much on how bad you want it. You should pick a school that simply "feels right" for you, one where you can feel at ease that you'll be able to maximize your studying/education, pass the boards with flying colors and become competitive for an ideal residency. But its unfortunate that a lot of applicants feel that going to FSU or UF will hinder their exposure to exciting cases and not prepare them for busy, metropolitan hospitals.
If you go to a big city school it doesn't necessarily mean you are receiving more extensive training than anyone else. Especially since FSU and UF go to great lengths to ensure their 3rd/4th year students are exposed to a plethora of cases. Besides, 1 & 2 year should and will focus primarily on academic sciences- to teach students the info to appreciate clinical medicine. If you don't know the theory/info/medicine then clinical experience is as good as job shadowing. This is why city schools like USF have simulation labs with smart dummies, just like FSU and UF. This is due to the flexibility, efficiency and success simulators have on the medical learning experience: Success of Simulation Labs
​

And we should not assume that UM and USF will match people better than FSU and UF into EM, Trauma and other "high-intensity" fields- just look at the residency placements for the last few years and you'll be surprised how well UF places. Residency matching isn't just about where your school is located- but how well you perform on your exams and your recommendations. Before assuming these things we should refer to the facts: Compare UF to UM (similar class sizes) with their 2007 match results: UF Match Results versus UM Match Results. For UF: Emergency Medicine=9, RadiationOncology=3, DiagRadiology=10, Surgeries (Othor,Neuro,Gen,Prelim)=13, Anesthesia= 11. For UMiami: EM=4!, RadiaOnco=1, DiagRadiology=8, Surgeries=12, and Anesthesia= 10. And state schools cost less! =)
​

I'm not trying to say "don't go to USF or UM" by any means- they are amazing schools (obviously) and match awesome- just make sure you pick a school you know you'll be comfortable enough to succeed---I agree with GujuDoc- it really is a subjective opinion- everyone is going to see a school differently-
​

But please try to stay away from making assumptions about a school. For one, UF is not as arrogant as people love to make it out to be. If you go to UF you'll find yourself surrounded by many helpful, modest and selfless, people who were once nervous premeds like you- who were willing to sacrifice anything for the sake of learning & practicing medicine. The profs and docs there LOVE to teach! And Robyn S is the most understanding, nicest and helpful person you'll ever come across- ever! I honestly think that people are intimidated by UF just because the undergrad environment may have rubbed them the wrong way…and of course there is always the noticeable school pride. Aside from a great reputation, UF has many great people studying and teaching there- Try to have an open mind…
And my advice is that you shouldn't stress out this year while you're applying. Its so easy to get caught up in this roller coaster. Just remain humble, confident and optimistic. Pick the school that'll let you be a better student! Best of luck!
​

I completely agree. It may seem like a big decision, but in the end you'll come out a great physician wherever you go in Florida. The most important factor is your impression on interview day. Do you think you'd fit in best with students at school A or school B? That's mostly what it boils down to. I've heard that some people are concerned that USF students don't match to more competitive programs like UF students do. I haven't taken a look myself, but we have a new radiation oncology residency program that has started at Moffitt and a new orthopedic surgery residency program. In the end it's where you think you fit in best and where you want to live.

 

[timurx]

is anyone else waiting to hear back from USF that applied early like I did (complete by mid-august)? Anyone with interviews there that aren't ED?

 

[pandulce321]

USF Invite!!!! 😀

 

[gujuDoc]

I think you have a decent chance at getting into USF. The 27 is good, and while a few points would help you out, it's not worth taking again.

I just sent you a PM.

 

[mikedc813]

In case people are wondering, our first interviews at USF are 9/24.... I am at a lot of the interview days, at least in the mornings for breakfast, so I look forward to meeting many of you.

 

[mikedc813]

I just sent you a PM.

Got it. See you around campus.

 

[Walter Sobchak]

I completely agree. It may seem like a big decision, but in the end you'll come out a great physician wherever you go in Florida. The most important factor is your impression on interview day. Do you think you'd fit in best with students at school A or school B? That's mostly what it boils down to. I've heard that some people are concerned that USF students don't match to more competitive programs like UF students do. I haven't taken a look myself, but we have a new radiation oncology residency program that has started at Moffitt and a new orthopedic surgery residency program. In the end it's where you think you fit in best and where you want to live.

Exactly! I've always heard that USF's students match really well. Its such an individual undertaking- I would just tell people to go where their heart is. Go to a school with quiet libraries, good venues for down time and make sure to study hard---it all rests on the person- no school will hold your hand. And as long as you do well, no matter what school you're coming from, you'll acheive your goals and be happy. 🙂

 

[gujuDoc]

Hi guys. I see a lot of debating between which schools in FL are "better." I went through the decision making process last application year (2007), before I finally decided the school & place I knew I'd want to be for the next few years of my life. I thought my mind was going to explode because each school is so alike and yet so different. Wherever you end up going you can be assured you'll receive a great education and become competitive for your residency- this sort of education depends so much on how passionate & persistent you are… so your experience rests so much on how bad you want it. You should pick a school that simply "feels right" for you, one where you can feel at ease that you'll be able to maximize your studying/education, pass the boards with flying colors and become competitive for an ideal residency. But its unfortunate that a lot of applicants feel that going to FSU or UF will hinder their exposure to exciting cases and not prepare them for busy, metropolitan hospitals.
If you go to a big city school it doesn't necessarily mean you are receiving more extensive training than anyone else. Especially since FSU and UF go to great lengths to ensure their 3rd/4th year students are exposed to a plethora of cases. Besides, 1 & 2 year should and will focus primarily on academic sciences- to teach students the info to appreciate clinical medicine. If you don't know the theory/info/medicine then clinical experience is as good as job shadowing. This is why city schools like USF have simulation labs with smart dummies, just like FSU and UF. This is due to the flexibility, efficiency and success simulators have on the medical learning experience: Success of Simulation Labs
​

And we should not assume that UM and USF will match people better than FSU and UF into EM, Trauma and other "high-intensity" fields- just look at the residency placements for the last few years and you'll be surprised how well UF places. Residency matching isn't just about where your school is located- but how well you perform on your exams and your recommendations. Before assuming these things we should refer to the facts: Compare UF to UM (similar class sizes) with their 2007 match results: UF Match Results versus UM Match Results. For UF: Emergency Medicine=9, RadiationOncology=3, DiagRadiology=10, Surgeries (Othor,Neuro,Gen,Prelim)=13, Anesthesia= 11. For UMiami: EM=4!, RadiaOnco=1, DiagRadiology=8, Surgeries=12, and Anesthesia= 10. And state schools cost less! =)
​

I'm not trying to say "don't go to USF or UM" by any means- they are amazing schools (obviously) and match awesome- just make sure you pick a school you know you'll be comfortable enough to succeed---I agree with GujuDoc- it really is a subjective opinion- everyone is going to see a school differently-
​

But please try to stay away from making assumptions about a school. For one, UF is not as arrogant as people love to make it out to be. If you go to UF you'll find yourself surrounded by many helpful, modest and selfless, people who were once nervous premeds like you- who were willing to sacrifice anything for the sake of learning & practicing medicine. The profs and docs there LOVE to teach! And Robyn S is the most understanding, nicest and helpful person you'll ever come across- ever! I honestly think that people are intimidated by UF just because the undergrad environment may have rubbed them the wrong way…and of course there is always the noticeable school pride. Aside from a great reputation, UF has many great people studying and teaching there- Try to have an open mind…
And my advice is that you shouldn't stress out this year while you're applying. Its so easy to get caught up in this roller coaster. Just remain humble, confident and optimistic. Pick the school that'll let you be a better student! Best of luck!
​

Good post. Oh and I agree the students aren't as arrogant as people make them out to be. One of the things I've come to learn is that each class is really different and unique. For instance, someone at a premed meeting once said that students in the class below them had very different personalities then their own graduating class from med school. She felt, based on the results of a survey, there were a lot more ultracompetitive types in the C/O 2010 at USF whereas her own class one year ahead of them had more people just wanting to get by. At least that was just a simulated survey. Even that is not truly full evidence.

I have some friends in this year's starting class at UF. If you want to know who, I will PM you. One of the 2 of them tell me she thinks it was a much better decision for her personally to go to UF rather then stay at USF through the 4+4 program. And she tells me everyone is very mature and she's liking it alot and what she's studying.

Sorry if my previous posts came off as making assumptions. I was not trying to do such. Actually the point I was bringing up about matching in certain fields had more to do with what I observed in previous match lists. I do however concede that part of those results could be just due to general interest and student body at a particular school. I do think at the end of the day, we both have the same general message though: And that is to pick the school that is best fit for you. Think about what you want in terms of curricula style, atmosphere, your general intuition of the students, etc. and make your decision based on such.

 

[gujuDoc]

I completely agree. It may seem like a big decision, but in the end you'll come out a great physician wherever you go in Florida. The most important factor is your impression on interview day. Do you think you'd fit in best with students at school A or school B? That's mostly what it boils down to. I've heard that some people are concerned that USF students don't match to more competitive programs like UF students do. I haven't taken a look myself, but we have a new radiation oncology residency program that has started at Moffitt and a new orthopedic surgery residency program. In the end it's where you think you fit in best and where you want to live.

That's really interesting what you said about USF. I was aware they were going to get an orthopedic program going officially but I was not aware about the rad onco program being initiated and always found it odd that with Moffitt so close by that they didn't have such a program before. I was just going based on what I had last heard which was from quite a while back.

 

[gujuDoc]

Exactly! I've always heard that USF's students match really well. Its such an individual undertaking- I would just tell people to go where their heart is. Go to a school with quiet libraries, good venues for down time and make sure to study hard---it all rests on the person- no school will hold your hand. And as long as you do well, no matter what school you're coming from, you'll acheive your goals and be happy. 🙂

Yeah I gree with you. BTW, your signature said C/O 2012 rather then 2011 but you said you applied last cycle. Is that a typo are you doing some sort of joint program like an MD/MBA or something of that nature???

 

[mikedc813]

That's really interesting what you said about USF. I was aware they were going to get an orthopedic program going officially but I was not aware about the rad onco program being initiated and always found it odd that with Moffitt so close by that they didn't have such a program before. I was just going based on what I had last heard which was from quite a while back.

Yeah I'm surprised how USF hasn't advertised the rad onc program like they have the ortho program. I am applying to rad onc programs, and having Moffitt at USF makes it soooo much easier.

 

[gujuDoc]

Yeah I'm surprised how USF hasn't advertised the rad onc program like they have the ortho program. I am applying to rad onc programs, and having Moffitt at USF makes it soooo much easier.

Definitely. This is a great and exciting to hear because USF is known for both for having Moffitt in the cancer division and the only Fl. shriners and Fl orthopedics in way of ortho so it seemed quite odd to me that they didnt have a program all this time. Likewise, I can't believe that Miami's EM residency program is no longer. That is a tragedy for miami but USF is definitely a step in the right direction.

 

[GATORochoCINCO]

Looking at the Cuttin' 'Noles stats and seeing that the average MCAT score is around a 28, can any Floridian tell me what my chances are as a Pa kid with a 33Q and a gpa that will be around 3.5 in my attempt at Florida State? Thanks!

(Applying next summer)

 

[gujuDoc]

Looking at the Cuttin' 'Noles stats and seeing that the average MCAT score is around a 28, can any Floridian tell me what my chances are as a Pa kid with a 33Q and a gpa that will be around 3.5 in my attempt at Florida State? Thanks!

(Applying next summer)

You can check the MSAR to confirm but I believe FSU does not currently take out of staters. I believe UMiami, USF, and UF are the only ones that consider out of staters from Fl. but at USF and UF a very limited number are out of staters because it is state funded. I don't believe FSU has yet jumped on the accepting out of staters bandwagon

 

[medguy83]

Looking at the Cuttin' 'Noles stats and seeing that the average MCAT score is around a 28, can any Floridian tell me what my chances are as a Pa kid with a 33Q and a gpa that will be around 3.5 in my attempt at Florida State? Thanks!

(Applying next summer)

I believe there is a person who posted in this thread who had a pretty decent mcat and gpa as well who applied to FSU and didn't get in, but was later accepted at UF. Ultimately, FSU wants the kind of students who have shown an interest and who have a heart for rural populations. You can have great stats, but if you have very little volunteer work and/or charity involvement I doubt you'd be very competitive at FSU. Plus, I think Guju is right about FSU not currently accept OOS applicants.

 

[GATORochoCINCO]

Hey thanks guys, I guess the MSAR is more or less required reading and I should get on one at some point?

 

[gujuDoc]

Hey thanks guys, I guess the MSAR is more or less required reading and I should get on one at some point?

Yes its the most accurate guide to research on different schools in terms of how many OOS vs In state, requirements, averages, what percentage interview and what percentage of that get in.. What percent in each ethnic race get in what kind of activities they've done. well the general categories of what kind of activities they've done, etc.

 

[Addb]

Good luck everyone going on interviews! I got the "complete" email from UF yesterday and two of my OOS schools this morning. It looks like the gears are finally starting to grind 😀👍

 

[pandulce321]

For USF and FSU, how long after your interview do they notify you about whether you were accepted, waitlisted, or rejected?

 

[pakbabydoll]

Just got back my MCAT score:

27(10PS/8VR/9BS)

Do you guys think I stand a chance with Florida school if I have a 3.65 GPA(3.6 BCPM GPA) and strong ECs(i can list them if you want, but in a nutshell, numerous volunteer hours, done clinicals at Orlando Regional every summer, shadowing a physician, tutored, camp counseler)

YES! Apply to USF and FSU. I think your out of shot for UF though.
I know this guy and his MCAT was 28 but his GPA was amazing 4.0. he got in USF.

 

[gujuDoc]

For USF and FSU, how long after your interview do they notify you about whether you were accepted, waitlisted, or rejected?

At USF you usually interview on a Monday and find out 10 days later on the Wed. of the following week. You will usually get notified by phone.

 

[gujuDoc]

YES! Apply to USF and FSU. I think your out of shot for UF though.
I know this guy and his MCAT was 28 but his GPA was amazing 4.0. he got in USF.

I am going to PM you. I think I know who you are talking about.

 

[pakbabydoll]

I am going to PM you. I think I know who you are talking about.

Your inbox is full so I can't reply to your message but thats not who I was talking about. However I do know him, I did not know he had a 4.0 though. This is cool.

 

[gujuDoc]

Your inbox is full so I can't reply to your message but thats not who I was talking about. However I do know him, I did not know he had a 4.0 though. This is cool.

Ohh woops. I'll clean it out. Thanks for telling me. Yeah he had the same stats that you described too and is also an MS I now.