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[FutureDrHippieBro]

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When did you E-submit your PTCAS app? I applied to Midwestern too and haven't heard anything yet. You have great stats, I'm sure you'll get in!

I submitted it *way* later than I should have. I'll have perpetual guilt about it. I finally submitted everything October 1st. And thank you! I believe Midwestern is still contacting applicants about interview dates.

 

[JessTheNervousPre-PTMess]

update!

Major: Biology
Minors: Psychology & Public Health
Overall GPA: 3.46
Pre-Req GPA: 3.40
GRE: 153V, 154Q & 4.0W

Extra-Curric: medical service trip to Nicaragua, anatomy tutor and lab proctor, cell bio tutor, sorority: executive board, social chair, & fundraising chair, greek recruitment guide, health outreach organization, first-year peer mentor, dance marathon morale captain, school lifeguard

Volunteer: 130 hrs PT tech, 75 OP, 70 IP, 10 nursing home, 10 hydrotherapy, 10 NICU

Applied: Bradley, Gov State, Grand Valley State, Midwestern - Downers Grove, Nova Southeastern University, Pacific, Rocky Mtn U of Health Prof (sep 2017), St. Ambrose, AT Still, Midwestern - Glendale, Regis, Rosalind Franklin, U of Colorado, UW Madison, Wash U

Interviews: Midwestern-Glendale (11/4), Rosalind Franklin (11/19), Gov State (12/9 or 12/13, haven't decided yet)
Waitlisted: Wash U (11/9)
Acceptances: TBA
Rejections: TBA

 

[jp1994]

Lets try this for the 400th time. Since there isn't an MDAPPS for PT or a sticky on acceptances lets get this going.


University: Stony Brook University
Major: Health Science (Child Development and Disabilities studies)
Overall GPA: 3.1
Pre-Req GPA: 3.0
GRE: Not Taken yet

Extra-Curric: D1 Soccer player, Treasurer of Men's Club Soccer, Member of FitSBU, Physical Therapy Club, Club Hockey Team, Soccer Coach, employee at school rec. cetner, worked for a carpentry company.

Volunteer: 50 hours at physical therapist office, 50 hours at a sports rehab

I feel like I have a low GPA for DPT school. Is there still a chance to get in somewhere? My top choices are Hunter and Stony Brook.



Interviews:

Lets try this for the 400th time. Since there isn't an MDAPPS for PT or a sticky on acceptances lets get this going.


University:
Major:
Overall GPA:
Pre-Req GPA:
GRE:

Extra-Curric:

Volunteer:

Acceptances:

Rejections:

Interviews:

 

[PTstudent22]

*UPDATE*

Major: Psychology
Minors: Exercise Science
Overall GPA: 3.73
Pre-Req GPA: 3.59
GRE: 150V, 150Q & 4.5W

Extra-Curric: DIII basketball player, Human anatomy and physiology TA and grader, volunteer in an autism social group, psi chi executive board

Observation: 148 hours total over 4 settings

Applied: Bradley, Rosalind Franklin, UIC, Northwestern, Chatham, Bellarmine, Marshall, Thomas Jefferson, U of Indy

Interviews: Chatham (done 11/12), Bellarmine (declined) Rosalind Franklin (1/7), Marshall (1/13 phone interview)
Waitlisted: -
Acceptances: NORTHWESTERN (11/15)
Rejections: U of Indy (11/9), Bradley (12/8)

If anyone has any advice for Rosalind Franklin's Interview I'd appreciate it. It says the day lasts about 6 hours so I was just wondering what goes on all day. Thanks!

 

[lca.dpt]

update!

Major: Biology
Minors: Psychology & Public Health
Overall GPA: 3.46
Pre-Req GPA: 3.40
GRE: 153V, 154Q & 4.0W

Extra-Curric: medical service trip to Nicaragua, anatomy tutor and lab proctor, cell bio tutor, sorority: executive board, social chair, & fundraising chair, greek recruitment guide, health outreach organization, first-year peer mentor, dance marathon morale captain, school lifeguard

Volunteer: 130 hrs PT tech, 75 OP, 70 IP, 10 nursing home, 10 hydrotherapy, 10 NICU

Applied: Bradley, Gov State, Grand Valley State, Midwestern - Downers Grove, Nova Southeastern University, Pacific, Rocky Mtn U of Health Prof (sep 2017), St. Ambrose, AT Still, Midwestern - Glendale, Regis, Rosalind Franklin, U of Colorado, UW Madison, Wash U

Interviews: Midwestern-Glendale (11/4), Rosalind Franklin (11/19), Gov State (12/9 or 12/13, haven't decided yet)
Waitlisted: Wash U (11/9)
Acceptances: TBA
Rejections: TBA

When did you hear from Governor's State? I applied too but haven't heard anything yet... Thanks!

 

[LPCC2010]

I think you and I are twins. We are essentially the same applicant haha

Haha there are a lot of similarities! Both of us are Rehab Aides, similar GPAs and GREs. Applied to 5 of the same schools lol. Have you decided on which school to interview at on the 2nd?

 

[kellerac]

Haha there are a lot of similarities! Both of us are Rehab Aides, similar GPAs and GREs. Applied to 5 of the same schools lol. Have you decided on which school to interview at on the 2nd?

Probably Bellarmine, I weighed both schools and Bellarmine took the cake. ISU said they'd get back to me about a another interview time, but they won't know until everyone gets back to them, so we shall see. The big discrepancy between the schools is the $$$$, two very opposite ends of the spectrum.

 

[LPCC2010]

Probably Bellarmine, I weighed both schools and Bellarmine took the cake. ISU said they'd get back to me about a another interview time, but they won't know until everyone gets back to them, so we shall see. The big discrepancy between the schools is the $$$$, two very opposite ends of the spectrum.

Interesting. What criteria did you use to pick Bellarmine over ISU?

 

[kellerac]

Interesting. What criteria did you use to pick Bellarmine over ISU?

I messaged you

 

[Logan&Chang]

Update

University: Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Major: Exercise Science
Overall GPA: 3.31
Pre-Req GPA: 2.99 (PTCAS robbed me currently retaking a course)
GRE: 149V 150Q

Extra-Curric: Volunteer experience with special needs children and adults, worked full time while in undergrad, Certified Exercise Physiologist

Volunteer: 120 Outpatient, 400 Hours In-Patient, 2200+ Hours Rehab Aide (Sports Med)

Applied: Chatham University, Lynchburg College, MCPHS University, New York Institute of Technology, Saint Francis University, South College, Touro University Nevada, University of Pittsburgh, University of the Incarnate Word, West Coast University, Western University of Health Sciences, University of St. Augustine (St. Augustine Campus)

Acceptances: N/A

Rejections: NYIT

Interviews: University of St. Augustine

Waitlist: MCPHS, University of Pittsburgh

What did Pitt say in the email they send and when did you submit your application?

 

[seeyasucker]

UPDATED
University: University of Arizona
Major: Microbiology
cGPA: 3.73-3.76
pGPA: 3.53-3.8 (depending on school)
GRE: 155 v 163 Q 5.0 AW
Hours: 130 across 3 different settings
APPLYING:
Belmont University
California Fresno State
California State University, Long Beach
Chapman University
Northern Arizona University
Midwestern
University of Puget Sound
Seton Hall
University of Colorado

Interviews: Midwestern (Glendale), Belmont
Acceptances: Midwestern, Chapman University
Rejections:

 

[PTstudent22]

University: Northern Illinois University
Major: Health Sciences-Pre-Physical Therapy Emphasis
Overall GPA: 3.70
Pre-Req GPA: 3.71
Last 60 credit hours GPA: 3.98
GRE First time: 148Q, 154V, 4.0AW
GRE Second time: 148Q, 149V, 3.0AW
GRE Third time: 151Q, 150V, 3.5AW
Hours: 113 outpatient hours & 22 inpatient hours
Extra-Curric: Pre-Physical Therapy Club: President, University Honors Program, Mortar Board Senior Honor Society, Student Health Advisory Council, Honors Student Association, Child Health Program
Recommendation Letters: Physical therapist (that I shadowed), supervisor (from Tour Guide job), biology professor, & military sergeant (from physical fitness class I took)

E-Submitted on: 7/24/16
Verified: 7/28/16

Applying: University of Illinois-Chicago, Northern Illinois University, Rosalind Franklin University, Bradley University, Governors State University, Indiana University, Indiana State University, University of Wisconsin-Lacrosse, Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center, University of Toledo, Mayo School of Health Sciences, University of Nebraska Medical Center, & University of Jamestown

Interviews: Des Moines University(done), Mayo School of Health Sciences (done), Rosalind Franklin University (done), St. Ambrose University (done), Northern Illinois University (done), Indiana University (declined), University of Toledo (declined)
Acceptance: Rosalind Franklin University
Wait-List: Des Moines University
Rejections: None yet

Any advice for Rosalind Franklin interview? Thanks!

 

[JessTheNervousPre-PTMess]

When did you hear from Governor's State? I applied too but haven't heard anything yet... Thanks!

I found out November 15th so very recently🙂 Good luck!

 

[kato3]

@PTstudent22 , I had an interview at Rosalind Franklin also, and I would look up youtube videos on MMI interview scenarios, and brainstorm how you would approach those topics if they are brought up in the interview. You can never expect what kind of questions you will be asked, but what I wish I knew when I did my interview was to have conviction in your answers. Remember that just one station went bad, you will have chances to redeem yourself at other stations. Good luck!

 

[PTstudent22]

@PTstudent22 , I had an interview at Rosalind Franklin also, and I would look up youtube videos on MMI interview scenarios, and brainstorm how you would approach those topics if they are brought up in the interview. You can never expect what kind of questions you will be asked, but what I wish I knew when I did my interview was to have conviction in your answers. Remember that just one station went bad, you will have chances to redeem yourself at other stations. Good luck!

Ok thank you! I just couldn't believe it was a 6 hour day that sounds exhausting

 

[lca.dpt]

School: North Central College
Major: Exercise Science
pGPA: 3.2-3.35 (depending on school)
cGPA: 3.55
GRE: V - 155, Q - 154, Writing - 4.5
Hours: ~ 800 in 3 settings
Applied: Univ of St. Augustine, Governors State, Midwestern U (Downers Grove), Rosalind Franklin, Mayo, Des Moines U
Interviews: Univ of St. Augustine (done), Governors State, Mayo (done)
Acceptances: Univ of St. Augustine
Rejections:

 

[DPT20]

University: Northern Illinois University
Major: Health Sciences: Pre-PT
Overall GPA: 3.81
Pre-Req GPA: 3.77
GRE: 150 V, 151 Q, 4 AW

Extra-Curric: Studied abroad in Ireland, Pre-PT club, University Honors Program, Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society

Volunteer: Fundraised for American Cancer Society (Chicago Marathon), Feed My Starving Children, Relay for Life, University Honors Program

Hours: 400+ combined, worked as a rehab aide and volunteered in inpatient setting

Applying: Missouri State, NIU, Bellarmine, Midwestern in Downers Grove, St. Ambrose, Wash U, Northwestern, UIC, Concordia Wisconsin, SW Baptist, Governors State, Central Arkansas, Harding

Acceptances: Bellarmine (10/28), Midwestern University in Downer's Grove (10/31), St. Ambrose (11/9), Wash U (11/9), Northwestern (11/15)

Rejections:

Interviews: Missouri State (9/17), Bellarmine (10/21), Midwestern (10/26), St. Ambrose (10/28), Concordia Wisconsin (10/29), Northern Illinois University (11/5), Governors State (declined), Central Arkansas (declined), Harding (declined)

Waitlisted: Missouri State, Southwest Baptist

Feel free to PM me if you have questions about anything!

 

[m.beach11]

UPDATED
University: University of Arizona
Major: Microbiology
cGPA: 3.73-3.76
pGPA: 3.53-3.8 (depending on school)
GRE: 155 v 163 Q 5.0 AW
Hours: 130 across 3 different settings
APPLYING:
Belmont University
California Fresno State
California State University, Long Beach
Chapman University
Northern Arizona University
Midwestern
University of Puget Sound
Seton Hall
University of Colorado

Interviews: Midwestern (Glendale), Belmont
Acceptances: Midwestern, Chapman University
Rejections:

@seeyasucker When did you find out about Chapman and Belmont?

 

[mary10]

Anyone that had an interview with Stony Brook University hear back ?

 

[GeorgiaGuy]

When did you hear back from these schools after you submitted PTCAS?

Sorry! I get on here very sparingly. I got interviews pretty quickly I would say (~month). Hope that helps--sorry about the delay again.

 

[ScarletGray]

UPDATES!!! Two in one day! 🙂

University: The Ohio State University
Major: Health Sciences
Overall GPA: 3.76
Pre-Req GPA: 3.68
GRE: 150V 155Q 4.0W

Extra-Curric/Volunteering: Club Archery, OSU Wexner Medical Center, Library Tech Services Job (part-time) Service Engagement Program, Habitat for Humanity, Buck-I-Serv, Phi Sigma Theta Honor Society, Pre-PT/OT Club, Exercise Science Club

Observation: 25 inpatient cardiopulmonary, 30 outpatient sports med, 36 outpatient geriatrics

Applied: Ohio State, MCPHS, Marshall, D'Youville, Bellarmine, UCincinnati, U South Carolina, U Tennessee at Chattanooga, Marymount U, UW at Madison

Interviews: MCPHS (11/9) Bellarmine (11/18), Marymount (12/3)

Acceptances: MCPHS (11/21), Bellarmine (11/21)

Rejections: UW-Madison (10-17, didnt accept one of my prereq courses)

PTCAS Submitted:
7/20 for Bellarmine, Marshall, MCPHS, OSU, and UC
9/25 for Marymount, USC, UT at Chattanooga, and UW-Madison

PTCAS Verified: 8/5

 

[chano79]

Major: Kinesiology
Overall PTCAS GPA: 3.42
Pre-Req GPA: 3.17

GRE: 153V, 154Q, 5.0W

Letters of Rec: 1 PT, 2 Professors, 1 MD from medical mission

Extra-Curric: Special Olympics, surf camp for kids with disabilities, medical mission in Asia, college of science and math student ambassador

Observation hours: ~1800 outpatient PT aide, 45 inpatient, 100 wellness facility

Applied: CSU Long Beach, CSU Northridge, USC, Washington University, Columbia University,Northwestern University, San Diego State, University of Colorado, University of the Pacific, Pacific University, Georgia State, Chapman, University of Washington, University of Colorado, Samuel Merritt University, UCSF/SFSU, Western University

Interviews: Columbia University (11/18)

Acceptances: Columbia University (11/21) So stoked!!!

Waitlist: Georgia State (waitlisted for interview and now declining!)

Rejects: Washington University, Northwestern University

Submitted PTCAS 8/12
Verified PTCAS 8/30

UPDATE!

 

[deleted813098]

Has anyone heard from Augusta University this week? Acceptances should be out sometime this week for those of us who interviewed.

 

[wanderingPT]

Does anyone know the expected decision dates for Nova and/or FGCU? Is it rolling admissions for Nova?

 

[ptgirl1313]

I have an interview at Brenau on December 9. Has anyone else heard from them?

 

[msteiner23]

School: North Central College
Major: Exercise Science
pGPA: 3.2-3.35 (depending on school)
cGPA: 3.55
GRE: V - 155, Q - 154, Writing - 4.5
Hours: ~ 800 in 3 settings
Applied: Univ of St. Augustine, Governors State, Midwestern U (Downers Grove), Rosalind Franklin, Mayo, Des Moines U
Interviews: Univ of St. Augustine (done), Governors State, Mayo (done)
Acceptances: Univ of St. Augustine
Rejections:

Which campus for Univ. of St. Augustine did you get accepted??

 

[wanderingPT]

UPDATE:

Institution: Georgia Gwinnett College
Major: Exercise Science
Cumulative GPA: 3.50
Pre-Req GPA: 3.36
GRE: 154V/153Q/4.0W

Hours: 2000+ outpatient (orthopedic) as a PT technician/aide
75 outpatient (sports)
20 inpatient (sub-acute/rehabilitation)
15 inpatient (acute)
15 outpatient neuro (Shepherd Center)

EC's: 4 year college athlete, National Society of Leadership and Success, Kappa Omicron Nu Exercise Science Honor Society, B.E.A.R.S Club (Bridging Exercise and Real Science)

Applying: UF, UNF, MUSC, Florida Gulf Coast University, Nova Southeastern- Ft. Lauderdale, Mercer
Interviews: Mercer (1/14)
Acceptances: Nova Southeastern- Ft. Lauderdale!

Such a relief knowing that I'll definitely be somewhere next year since this is my second cycle! Never get too discouraged, people. You never know when things will turn around for you!


Best of luck to everyone!

 

[PrePTatUofO13]

UPDATE:

Institution: Georgia Gwinnett College
Major: Exercise Science
Cumulative GPA: 3.50
Pre-Req GPA: 3.36
GRE: 154V/153Q/4.0W

Hours: 2000+ outpatient (orthopedic) as a PT technician/aide
75 outpatient (sports)
20 inpatient (sub-acute/rehabilitation)
15 inpatient (acute)
15 outpatient neuro (Shepherd Center)

EC's: 4 year college athlete, National Society of Leadership and Success, Kappa Omicron Nu Exercise Science Honor Society, B.E.A.R.S Club (Bridging Exercise and Real Science)

Applying: UF, UNF, MUSC, Florida Gulf Coast University, Nova Southeastern- Ft. Lauderdale, Mercer
Interviews: Mercer (1/14)
Acceptances: Nova Southeastern- Ft. Lauderdale!

Such a relief knowing that I'll definitely be somewhere next year since this is my second cycle! Never get too discouraged, people. You never know when things will turn around for you!


Best of luck to everyone!

Just got accepted there too! Congrats!

 

[dptapplicant2016]

University: Bemidji State University
Major: Exercise Science- Medical Fitness Emphasis
Minor: Psychology
Overall GPA: 3.95
Pre-Req GPA: 3.96
GRE: 152 V, 152 Q, 4 A

EC: Studied abroad in Australia, 2016 Outstanding Exercise Science major, 2016 Major of the Year, Dean's List, Presidential Citation, SHAPE America Member, Northland ACSM Member, Health Sport and Exercise Club member, featured international student at Bond University

Work: 1400 hours as a Chiropractic Assistant (assist with patient physiotherapy), 160 hours as a Student Athletic Trainer, 120 hours as a Nutrition Coordinator

Volunteer: Physiology of Exercise and Nutrition Lab Assistant, Student Athletic Training volunteer, 4.9 MOFAS Run volunteer, Tiny Tots volunteer, Loop the Lake volunteer

Hours: 160 hours of volunteer (23 in a private outpatient clinic, 60 in a hospital outpatient clinic, 60 in acute rehab, 17 in acute care)

Applying: Western Carolina University, Elon University, University of Florida, University of Mary, Western Kentucky University

Acceptances:

Rejections:

Interviews: Western Carolina University (12/10), Elon University (1/30), University of Mary (1/20)

Waitlisted:

 

[jms.dpt]

Just got accepted there too! Congrats!

Congrats to both of you!! When did you both submit your apps to Nova? and if you dont mind me asking, what are your stats PrePTatUofO13?
Congrats again!! 🙂

 

[PrePTatUofO13]

Congrats to both of you!! When did you both submit your apps to Nova? and if you dont mind me asking, what are your stats PrePTatUofO13?
Congrats again!! 🙂

Hey! I submitted my PTCAS application for Nova on September 28th and the supplemental application on September 30th. Here are my stats:
University: University of Oregon
Major: Human Physiology, Minor: Psychology
Overall GPA: 3.54
Prereq GPA: 3.68
GRE: V 146, Q 152, W 4.5

Observation Hours: 50 Outpatient Orthopedic, 30 Skilled Nursing Facility/Geriatrics, 60 Pediatrics Outpatient, 10 Inpatient Acute Care

I hope this helps!

 

[wanderingPT]

Congrats to both of you!! When did you both submit your apps to Nova? and if you dont mind me asking, what are your stats PrePTatUofO13?
Congrats again!! 🙂

I submitted PTCAS on September 11th, and their supplemental on October 4th (that's when they notified me that they received it, at least)

 

[RAdptatc]

Major: Athletic Training & Exercise Science
GPA: 3.52
Prereq-GPA: 3.11
GRE: 153 V, 156 Q, 5.0 W
Observation Hours: 300+ Outpatient Orthopedic (Tech), 40 Collegiate Sports Medicine, 100+ Pediatrics Orthopedic, 40+ Inpatient
Extracurricular: Co-President Pre-PT club, Secretary of Sports Medicine Club, NATA, SEATA, Iota Tau Alpha, Wesley Foundation, Relay for Life, Miracle, Co-req Flag Football
Certifications: NREMT, First Aid/CPR

Applied: Armstrong, Augusta, Brenau, Emory, Georgia State, MUSC, Nova Southeastern- Fort Lauderdale, Miami, UNG, USF

Interviews: Augusta (10/28), Brenau (11/11), Georgia State (12/2)

Accepted: Augusta, Brenau

Denied:

Wanted to put this here for everybody who thinks that a few bad grades or a rough start to college kills your shot at PT school.

 

[kato3]

Update: UNMC Interview!

Undergrad: UIC
Major: Biology
cGPA: 3.73
pre-req GPA: 3.64-3.75 depending on how schools calculate it (self-reported pre-req GPA: 3.69, so right in the middle)
GRE: 152 V, 161 Q 4.5 AW
Observation Hours: around 100 hours outpatient ortho (mixed in with sports), 25 outpatient neuro, 25 inpatient acute care (150 hours total)
Extracirriculars: 2 years of missionary work prior to college, pre-PT club, tutor science for high school students at a prep school.
Applying: UIC, Rosalind Franklin, UNMC, Drexel

E-submitted: 9/7
Verified: 9/13

Interviews: Rosalind Franklin (10/15), Drexel (10/28), UNMC (12/20)
Rejections: Rosalind Franklin (10/24), Drexel (11/9)

It all comes down to UNMC and UIC. I honestly feel grateful for an another chance, but I feel some nervousness. Can't believe this year's application journey is coming to a close soon, and I really want to end this story in a happy note.

 

[ptgirl1313]

Major: Athletic Training & Exercise Science
GPA: 3.52
Prereq-GPA: 3.11
GRE: 153 V, 156 Q, 5.0 W
Observation Hours: 300+ Outpatient Orthopedic (Tech), 40 Collegiate Sports Medicine, 100+ Pediatrics Orthopedic, 40+ Inpatient
Extracurricular: Co-President Pre-PT club, Secretary of Sports Medicine Club, NATA, SEATA, Iota Tau Alpha, Wesley Foundation, Relay for Life, Miracle, Co-req Flag Football
Certifications: NREMT, First Aid/CPR

Applied: Armstrong, Augusta, Brenau, Emory, Georgia State, MUSC, Nova Southeastern- Fort Lauderdale, Miami, UNG, USF

Interviews: Augusta (10/28), Brenau (11/11), Georgia State (12/2)

Accepted: Augusta, Brenau

Denied:

Wanted to put this here for everybody who thinks that a few bad grades or a rough start to college kills your shot at PT school.

Congrats! How was the interview at Brenau?
Do you know which school you want to attend?

 

[aalewis0130]

UPDATE!!


University: University of Portland
Major: Biology
Minors: Chemistry & Neuroscience
Overall GPA: 3.83
Pre-Req GPA: 3.74-3.84
Last 60 credits: 3.97
GRE: 152Q, 157V, 4.5AW
Hours: outpatient orthopedics & occupational/industrial health (400); elementary school setting (15); SNF (20); Inpatient acute neuro (24). Populations observed: pediatrics, geriatrics, sports, women's health etc.
Recommendation Letters: 4 Letters; 1-Organic Chemistry professor (also supervisor), 2-professor in major, 3-PT, 4-PT.
Applying: CSF, University of WA, University of Puget Sound, Pacific University, USC, Western U of health sciences, NAU, U Colorado, Regis, Wash U of St. Louis, Augusta University.
Interviews: Augusta University (10/28/2016); Western U of Healthsciences (declined)
Acceptances: Washington University in St. Louis (11/08/2016); Augusta University (11/23/2016)
Rejections: N/A

 

[RAdptatc]

Congrats! How was the interview at Brenau?
Do you know which school you want to attend?

It was good! There were 10 of us there, we split into two groups for our group interviews, and then each had an individual interview and toured the physical therapy department. Everyone was so nice and the facility was great! I'm planning on accepting Augusta when I receive the official letter though.

 

[deleted813098]

Major: Athletic Training & Exercise Science
GPA: 3.52
Prereq-GPA: 3.11
GRE: 153 V, 156 Q, 5.0 W
Observation Hours: 300+ Outpatient Orthopedic (Tech), 40 Collegiate Sports Medicine, 100+ Pediatrics Orthopedic, 40+ Inpatient
Extracurricular: Co-President Pre-PT club, Secretary of Sports Medicine Club, NATA, SEATA, Iota Tau Alpha, Wesley Foundation, Relay for Life, Miracle, Co-req Flag Football
Certifications: NREMT, First Aid/CPR

Applied: Armstrong, Augusta, Brenau, Emory, Georgia State, MUSC, Nova Southeastern- Fort Lauderdale, Miami, UNG, USF

Interviews: Augusta (10/28), Brenau (11/11), Georgia State (12/2)

Accepted: Augusta, Brenau

Denied:

Wanted to put this here for everybody who thinks that a few bad grades or a rough start to college kills your shot at PT school.

When did you get your acceptance letter from Augusta? And how, email, letter?

 

[deleted813098]

UPDATE!!


University: University of Portland
Major: Biology
Minors: Chemistry & Neuroscience
Overall GPA: 3.83
Pre-Req GPA: 3.74-3.84
Last 60 credits: 3.97
GRE: 152Q, 157V, 4.5AW
Hours: outpatient orthopedics & occupational/industrial health (400); elementary school setting (15); SNF (20); Inpatient acute neuro (24). Populations observed: pediatrics, geriatrics, sports, women's health etc.
Recommendation Letters: 4 Letters; 1-Organic Chemistry professor (also supervisor), 2-professor in major, 3-PT, 4-PT.
Applying: CSF, University of WA, University of Puget Sound, Pacific University, USC, Western U of health sciences, NAU, U Colorado, Regis, Wash U of St. Louis, Augusta University.
Interviews: Augusta University (10/28/2016); Western U of Healthsciences (declined)
Acceptances: Washington University in St. Louis (11/08/2016); Augusta University (11/23/2016)
Rejections: N/A

Congratulations! How did you hear from Augusta and are you planning to attend?

 

[aalewis0130]

Congratulations! How did you hear from Augusta and are you planning to attend?

Thank you! I received an email this morning. It said I would receive an official acceptance email within the next 2 weeks. I'm not sure yet! I was also accepted at Wash U, and I'd like to hear back from some other schools first. Did you interview at Augusta?

 

[deleted813098]

Thank you! I received an email this morning. It said I would receive an official acceptance email within the next 2 weeks. I'm not sure yet! I was also accepted at Wash U, and I'd like to hear back from some other schools first. Did you interview at Augusta?

I did on the 18th this month. I'm actually from PDX also. I just emailed Scott to find out where I've fallen to. Waiting to hear back. Congrats again.

 

[Teekam]

UPDATE:

University: U of Alabama
Major: Human Performance and Exercise Science
Overall GPA: 3.21
Pre-Req GPA: 2.97
GRE: Q 157 V 157 W 4.5

Extra-Curric: Not many. Some community service (~40 hours total). Competitive powerlifter.

Volunteer: See above. I worked with students that have disabilities as a part of a class that I took. I taught them how to exercise and play some sports. I also volunteered in the relief efforts after a tornado.

Applied: Alabama St, Augusta, Belmont, Georgia St, Mercer, Tennessee St, Central Florida, North Florida, North Georgia, South Alabama, Western Kentucky, Arkansas State, Tennessee Health Science Center, St. Augustine

Interviews: Tennessee State (10/21), Augusta University (11/18), Memphis Mingle invite for Tennessee HSC (declined due to Augusta interview), and St. Augustine upcoming (12/2)

Acceptances: AUGUSTA UNIVERSITY (11/23)!!!

Rejections: Belmont (GPA)

I did not receive the email from Augusta that everyone else was receiving, so I emailed Scott and he informed me that I was accepted, but that he didn't have my contact info, so I would have been contacted next week, if I had not emailed him. So if anyone else is in the same boat, email Scott Hasson.

People, look at my GPA. If you are not perfect there, nail your GRE, your interview, and your essay, that is what got me in!

 

[future47]

Update:
University: William Paterson University
Major: BS - Biology
Overall GPA: 3.23
Pre-Req GPA: 3.10
Science GPA: 3.32
GRE: 152V 153 Q 4.0 AW

Volunteer: 200+ outpatient, 50+ inpatient (hospital), 100+ outpatient pediatrics

Applied:
Columbia University
Dominican College
Drexel University
Kean University
Long Island University - Brooklyn Campus
Mercy College
Misericordia University
New York Institute of Technology
New York Medical College
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey (Newark/North Campus)
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey (Stratford/South)
Seton Hall University
Stony Brook University (both campuses)
Touro College (both campuses)
University of Scranton

(submitted: 8/14, verified: 8/24)

Recommendation Letters: 2 PT's, an Athletic trainer, and a former professor. (4 total)

Acceptances:

Rejections: NYMC (GPA), University of Scranton

Interviews:
NYIT 11/11
Kean 11/14
Rutgers North 11/18
Mercy College 12/7
Rutgers South 12/22

 

[astarblaze]

Update: UNMC Interview!

Undergrad: UIC
Major: Biology
cGPA: 3.73
pre-req GPA: 3.64-3.75 depending on how schools calculate it (self-reported pre-req GPA: 3.69, so right in the middle)
GRE: 152 V, 161 Q 4.5 AW
Observation Hours: around 100 hours outpatient ortho (mixed in with sports), 25 outpatient neuro, 25 inpatient acute care (150 hours total)
Extracirriculars: 2 years of missionary work prior to college, pre-PT club, tutor science for high school students at a prep school.
Applying: UIC, Rosalind Franklin, UNMC, Drexel

E-submitted: 9/7
Verified: 9/13

Interviews: Rosalind Franklin (10/15), Drexel (10/28), UNMC (12/20)
Rejections: Rosalind Franklin (10/24), Drexel (11/9)

It all comes down to UNMC and UIC. I honestly feel grateful for an another chance, but I feel some nervousness. Can't believe this year's application journey is coming to a close soon, and I really want to end this story in a happy note.

You can do this! Have you had a chance to do more interview prep and get feedback from other folks on your interview skills?

I'm rooting for you!!!

 

[future47]

Update: UNMC Interview!

Undergrad: UIC
Major: Biology
cGPA: 3.73
pre-req GPA: 3.64-3.75 depending on how schools calculate it (self-reported pre-req GPA: 3.69, so right in the middle)
GRE: 152 V, 161 Q 4.5 AW
Observation Hours: around 100 hours outpatient ortho (mixed in with sports), 25 outpatient neuro, 25 inpatient acute care (150 hours total)
Extracirriculars: 2 years of missionary work prior to college, pre-PT club, tutor science for high school students at a prep school.
Applying: UIC, Rosalind Franklin, UNMC, Drexel

E-submitted: 9/7
Verified: 9/13

Interviews: Rosalind Franklin (10/15), Drexel (10/28), UNMC (12/20)
Rejections: Rosalind Franklin (10/24), Drexel (11/9)

It all comes down to UNMC and UIC. I honestly feel grateful for an another chance, but I feel some nervousness. Can't believe this year's application journey is coming to a close soon, and I really want to end this story in a happy note.

Good Luck!!!

 

[Teekam]

UPDATE:

University: U of Alabama
Major: Human Performance and Exercise Science
Overall GPA: 3.21
Pre-Req GPA: 2.97
GRE: Q 157 V 157 W 4.5

Extra-Curric: Not many. Some community service (~40 hours total). Competitive powerlifter.

Volunteer: See above. I worked with students that have disabilities as a part of a class that I took. I taught them how to exercise and play some sports. I also volunteered in the relief efforts after a tornado.

Applied: Alabama St, Augusta, Belmont, Georgia St, Mercer, Tennessee St, Central Florida, North Florida, North Georgia, South Alabama, Western Kentucky, Arkansas State, Tennessee Health Science Center, St. Augustine

Interviews: Tennessee State (10/21), Augusta University (11/18), Memphis Mingle invite for Tennessee HSC (declined due to Augusta interview), and St. Augustine upcoming (12/2)

Acceptances: AUGUSTA UNIVERSITY (11/23)!!!

Rejections: Belmont (GPA)

I did not receive the email from Augusta that everyone else was receiving, so I emailed Scott and he informed me that I was accepted, but that he didn't have my contact info, so I would have been contacted next week, if I had not emailed him. So if anyone else is in the same boat, email Scott Hasson.

People, look at my GPA. If you are not perfect there, nail your GRE, your interview, and your essay, that is what got me in!

Update!

Acceptances: Augusta University (11/23), Tennessee State University (11/24)

 

[nOTeworthy]

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[title 9]

Update: UNMC Interview!

Undergrad: UIC
Major: Biology
cGPA: 3.73
pre-req GPA: 3.64-3.75 depending on how schools calculate it (self-reported pre-req GPA: 3.69, so right in the middle)
GRE: 152 V, 161 Q 4.5 AW
Observation Hours: around 100 hours outpatient ortho (mixed in with sports), 25 outpatient neuro, 25 inpatient acute care (150 hours total)
Extracirriculars: 2 years of missionary work prior to college, pre-PT club, tutor science for high school students at a prep school.
Applying: UIC, Rosalind Franklin, UNMC, Drexel

E-submitted: 9/7
Verified: 9/13

Interviews: Rosalind Franklin (10/15), Drexel (10/28), UNMC (12/20)
Rejections: Rosalind Franklin (10/24), Drexel (11/9)

It all comes down to UNMC and UIC. I honestly feel grateful for an another chance, but I feel some nervousness. Can't believe this year's application journey is coming to a close soon, and I really want to end this story in a happy note.

we are all rooting for you.

think ahead the key points you want to hit (that is consistent with your authentic self . compassion to be a missionary;strong in analytical 161 in Q; your neuro is pretty unique so maybe touch up on how that makes you a better dpt..etc)

articulate it with good eye contacts! And of course a BIG SMILE.

Relax and good luck!

 

[xcfreak7]

Update: 11/24

Major: Kinesiology
Minor: Biological Sciences
Cum GPA: 3.65
Pre-req GPA: 3.75 - 3.9 depending on school
GRE: 158Q 160V 4.0AW
Hours: 1500+ outpatient ortho, 45 inpatient acute, 4 inpatient peds rehab

Extra Curricular/Volunteering: Emergency Department volunteer at two major hospitals, Pacer in local half marathons, Volunteer at various professional track & field meets, Human Cadaver Lab TA, Trail maintenance with Nature Conservancy, Food Waste Collection volunteer, Aquatic Therapy volunteer in a pediatric inpatient rehab hospital

Work: (Graduated undergrad in 2013, so I've really bounced around afterward) Resident Assistant in undergrad, EKG Technician, Fitness Attendant, Personal Trainer, CPR Instructor, Patient Transport in an outpatient cancer center, worked at a running shoe store for a bit, currently full-time as a PT Aide

Recommendation Letters: 2 academic, 2 PT's

Applying: GWU, Columbia, Mercer, Emory, LIU-Brooklyn, Boston U, MGHIHP, Drexel, Duke, University of New England

Interviews: Drexel (9/30), Columbia (11/18), Mercer (1/14 - declined), GWU (11/11), LIU-Brooklyn (12/2 - declined), UNE (10/21 - declined), MGHIHP (Open House 12/3 -viewing live stream)

Rejections: N/A

Acceptances: Columbia University (11/21)

I've been lurking on SDN for quite some time and have found this thread helpful for the application process, so just wanted to add to the conversation. Good luck to everyone applying this cycle!

Loved the visit at Columbia. Feeling very fortunate about this opportunity. If anyone else heard back or has questions about the school, feel free to message me!

Update!!!

 

[sycamores94]

UPDATE:

Undergrad: Indiana State University
Major: Athletic Training, Minor: Massage Therapy
cGPA: 3.83
cGPA (last 60 credits): 3.90+
pre-req GPA: 3.93
GRE: 151 V, 156 Q, 4.0 writing
Observation Hours: 56.5 Outpatient, 22.5 Pediatrics, 20 Inpatient Nursing Home, 275+ Scheduled next semester for Outpatient
V0lunteer: ISU Fall Donaghy Day, ISU Spring Donaghy Day, March of Dimes, Relay for Life, Public Library Volunteer, Special Needs Bowling Volunteer, ISU Softball Concessions, Terre Haute Children's Museum Volunteer, ISU Special Olympics
Applying: UIC, Wash University St. Louis, UINDY, Indiana State, Midwestern Illinois, Rosalind Franklin

Accepted: UINDY (11/23), Wash U St. Louis (11/22)
Interview: Indiana State (declined), Rosalind Franklin (declined)
Rejected:

Still waiting to here back from UIC.