i am soooo very happy for you... i knew it!!!....someone can't want something this badly and not get it....just go in there and show them how much you want it...you are going to be great....goood luck!!! and congrats !!!!
Thank you! I wasn't sure I'd be here but I'm going to give it all I've got at this point.
Thanks shippudenfan. I'm trying to rock their universe
Let me know if you (or anyone else) wants me to ask questions while I'm there...I know information is power Aww thanks Alan! It has meant a lot to have my SDN family be so supportive during this crazy process. But don't stop praying I'm not in just yet, I'll take all the help I can getCongrats UVABranch! I know that not only me but everyone here are happy and praying for you!
Right back at youCongrats UVABranch! Good luck to you too
You and shippudenfan should send them updates if you have something going on...it can't hurt since we're kinda late in the game.Thanks, I know! It's sureal, but I'm really excited.wow...congrats! thats very exciting! yay!
Thanks for the congrats on other threads aaj! I was like I'm going to post everywhere on SDN. LOL.
Congrats UVABranch! Believe it. I had not a doubt that you would get that interview. I hope that you get the 25th because I will be up in the place for sure. I am a non-traditional student as well and took my pre-reqs a la carte_nice and smooth. So I understand where you are coming from
I was raised in Georgia, did undergraduate and Tulane University, spent some time at the University of Maryland School of Law at Baltimore_long story, little time. My parents now live and Bel Air, MD and family and friends are right in D.C. so I also have a great support network. Right now, I live in Macon, GA. I cannot wait to get to D.C .to HUCM!
I'm going to the SNMA conference the weekend before (and Philly for Easter Sunday), so it'll be a busy time leading up to the day, but I do best under pressure. I hope I get a late interview because I want to attend the Fin Aid session since I haven't been to one.
Thanks DancinRN your post made me smile! That's my plan, to show them how badly I want this, and for how long. Hopefully my passion will show through. Needless today I'm starting to prep tonight, so I can be as prepared as possible 2 weeks from now!YYAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYYYY
congrats to gmatt as well!!!!
! I hope HUCM has the same feelings of dedication and support as this forum. ! I guess I will see you there on the 25th. I am definitely going to enjoy myself on this interview! I will see my parents in Maryland on Easter weekend and interview during the week. BTW, thanks much for the MSAR stats. I am sure you will rock it!!Congrats!!!!
GOOD LUCK on the interview
Just a quick question...did you ever get that email stating that "you application is under review... We continue interviewing through the end of March and to complete interviewing no later than mid-April...and that if you don't get an interview invite by the 15th of April you will get a written rejection in the mail in June/July"?
I got the email on Feb 26th and still have not heard anything. Realistically, does this email mean I am out of luck and most likely going to get a rejection? I am really wishing and praying for Howard. I hope I can get some good news!!
I am a Canadian student and these months of waiting to hear back from schools is killing me!! I really hope to hear something positive.
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well here's the thing...HUCM only interviews a little less than 10% of applicants, and they stop in April/May, so in general it's not ideal, but on the positive side gmatt and I also got the email and we were offered interviews. All that means don't give up hopeCongrats!!!!
GOOD LUCK on the interview
Just a quick question...did you ever get that email stating that "you application is under review... We continue interviewing through the end of March and to complete interviewing no later than mid-April...and that if you don't get an interview invite by the 15th of April you will get a written rejection in the mail in June/July"?
I got the email on Feb 26th and still have not heard anything. Realistically, does this email mean I am out of luck and most likely going to get a rejection? I am really wishing and praying for Howard. I hope I can get some good news!!
I am a Canadian student and these months of waiting to hear back from schools is killing me!! I really hope to hear something positive.
But you should still work on plan B, I am. Although I am praying I won't need it...there aren't as many options later down the line (like application deadlines pass, etc). G'luck .well here's the thing...HUCM only interviews a little less than 10% of applicants, and they stop in April/May, so in general it's not ideal, but on the positive side gmatt and I also got the email and we were offered interviews. All that means don't give up hope
Thanks DocI. I did see info on the website about the library. It looks spectacular. I am definitely going to check it out. I'm also really looking forward to sitting in on one of the classes and talking to students about the first year curriculum and the best review books. I know I'm putting the cart before the horse_I gotta get in first_but I'm anxious and raring to go! All I need is the green light and I am straight
I'm sorry I'm not writing sooner but I had class last night and completely fell out when I got home. Well, needless to say I 
LOVED HU! Everyone was right I totally felt the history and loved the fact that you can see the class of 1956 and the class of 1998 all in the same place. *Hopefully* some premed will see my pic up there one day Anyway, the interview day went well. I had enough time to complete my green sheet and answer their questions...although my handwriting isn't the best. There were 8 of us there, so a small group in comparison to what I've heard others say. We went to a 1st yr class and saw by and far one of the most engaging profs I've seen in a long time. I'm sure it comes in handy for those 8 AM lectures! The fin aid/history/mission/overview I'm sure were pretty standard, but I ate it up! We had two students talk to us and give us a tour of the facilities. The library is realllly nice, a lot nicer than the GWU health sciences library, and I loved the views from the windows! The 1st yr student was really helpful and answered all of my questions (and believe me I asked a lot, just ask gmatt )! She gave us her contact info so I'm definitely going to KIT. After that Dr. Robinson came in to answer any questions we had. He was really great, very candid, and gave good info. If I get in I would LOVE to have him as my faculty advisor, I can tell he really cares about his students, and stays on top of them to ensure they succeed. That, and he's funny as all get out and our personalities matched. 
When I went up to his office he had not yet had a chance to look over my app, and he was working on a ppt for a seminar and asked me what I knew about the topic. Luckily (rather, thank you God), I know about it and was able to talk with him about some of the stuff since he said "Do you know anything about Bioterrorism? Tell me what I should include in my seminar." <loving my MPH education!> Then after than when he looked at my name, we talked about its origin (my mom claims she made it up, but it's actually a somewhat common Indian name), and its compliment. Pretty interesting. Then he went through my file and asked the standard questions: grade in this class, mcat, postbac. But then he asked if I had questions. Well I wasn't about to let the interview end there, and I had some questions I wanted to ask...so I let it rip. He gave very honest, frank answers about the school, healthcare, and just stuff in general. he said he's been with HUCM for like 40 years which I think is great to have access to that kind of living history about the school, in the school. I used what he brought up to tie in points about myself, my interest in the underserved, and why I HUCM lol. We talked for about an hour, then he walked me down to the admissions office. Everyone had gone by that time, so I just poked my head in and said bye to Ms. Walk (she's the best btw, those applying for next year; she's a good resource). She did mention SDN, so she does have her eye on these forums and this thread (BTW orientation starts on July 16th). So as to not have another large class they might be waiting longer to send out acceptances, to better gague the actual size of the class and keep it around that 121 number...so for those still waiting you still have a chance! I'm still waiting for an invite. I, too, am in love with Howard! I visited last year when I went to D.C and was really impressed with the school's diversity and commitment to helping those truly in need. Also, since I want to work with the underserved, I think it'll have the best resources for what I want to do in the future (I want to work in primary care, esp. as a pediatrician working with minority and low-income children). Also, an opportunity to go to Howard would allow me to be a part of a culturally diverse environment, something I value since I went to undergrad and currently attend grad school at schools that both have large diverse student bodies. I just really really really hope I get an interview! It would make my year, honestly! Best of luck to all of you who are still waiting on decisions!
! Anyway, myself and UVABranch had a thousand questions about HUCM_how the year of a MS1 and MS2 would be(where to live, study
)_and they answered all the questions and were qenuinely happy to do so. I have been to another interview and they were not nearly as sincere or helpful. At HUCM The MS2s help the MS1s and there seems to be great support for students. Ditto on the Anatomy class_ it was the most engaging class I have ever seen. I did not like the hospital cafeteria though!.. . She happened to be sitting right next to me in the conference room. We both wrote a lot on our green info sheets, but UVABranch wrote a ton. Man can she write. I guess we are both wordy and talkative. BTW I hope they can read my hieroglyphics too! Anyways, I hope you get in UVA because you are sincere. A lot of folks here seems like they would be great classmates. Aaj your profile is verrry cool too. This is very tough. I pray all works well for us all.
dear uva...
i am soo happy ur interview went well... i remember that howard's interview day was a good one...very laid back and it wasn't stressful in the least...i am sure they can sense your enthusiasm and i hope mrs. walk does read this forum then she has to accept you!!!! u have to keep us posted... u have officially been added to my prayer list....
mel
thank you Mel!! I am praying for an acceptance, so I definitly appreciate any and all additional prayers! I'll also take rain dances, vodo spells, whatever works With my Native Am/West Indian/Irish/AA background I'm calling on all ancestors to help give me a spiritual nudge. Have you decided where you're going to go? You have such a good list of schools to choose from! Well even though you wont be at HUCM, if you go to GWU we can still discuss SDN over lunch! Believe you me I appreciate how finances play a role in this process. You need to make the best decision for you, and the rest will work out. I mean I'll take an acceptance they day of orientation, so take the time you need to do what's right for you. I think HU is the only school I would give up a scholarship for, and it's affordable enough that I won't need 2 jobs in residency to pay back my loans!
Both the financial and feeling of belonging are very important factors you have to take into account when making this decision, and I say knowledge is power (albeit corney, but true); and it's not like there are many options if you think you make the wrong decision, so take the time they give you. I hope you get your wish and get off the sinai waitlist. I know you want to go back to NYC, and that's a really good school. I'll keep praying for you! gmatt! I'm glad to hear your interview went well! By the time I got back to the conference room, everyone had left :-\ We did ask a lot of questions huh? But I was really glad that they didn't mind answering them, and were really honest in their answers. The caf wasn't that great, but my sandwich was good, and it was REALLY inexpensive...which is a plus. I mean there are a few other places to eat right around there, and more if you walk 4-5 blocks. So for quick food it wasn't too badWhat truly impressed me about HUCM was the level of student support and the tradition on the walls. I want my mug on the wall
UVABranch_was all that I thought
Howard! Actually that one guy from Duke actually wrote more on there after his interview, I guess his interviewer told him he didn't say enough :-\ (copy cat lol!) I hope you get in too gmatt, you are definitly good ppl, and we clearly have some similar traits ). i really want to have my application complete by july since thats what everyone has been saying.
I think it is April 15 since they start in July.
OMG This is sooo bananas! I'm sooooooooo happy I can't even put it into words. I'm going to be a doctor! Thank you sooooo much to everyone for your well wishes and prayers throughout this process! I really appreciate it I'm so blessed to be joining some of you, and I'll keep praying for those waiting to hear good news!I GOT IN TODAY!!!!!! I have to attend PARP (which I wanted to do anyway to get the added info), but I'm gonna be a BISON
I don't know anything other than that because I was in shock! As soon as I have more details I'll def let you know. I thought I would get the email letting meknow when I was on the adcom agenda, but either way I'm super happy I hope you get off the wait list alan!! 
