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[miraclegirll]

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Anyone going to Howard out there?

 

[Pyari07]

Anyone going to Howard out there?

Hey miraclegirll! I am most likely going to attend Howard in the fall. I'm just waiting for another school to respond, but I liked Howard alot! I know a few dentists who graduated from there who are awesome, and everyone i met was so nice; Im excited!! Where are you from by the way? I'm in Maryland.

 

[double4life]

Count me in! I just received a rejection from my first choice school...Marquette. 🙁 Oh well. At least I'm in SOMEWHERE to become a dentist in 4 years. It feels good to be picked on a team.

 

[Mr.E]

I received an acceptance earlier this week. I'll be going to Howard, too. By the way, where are all of you planning to live?

 

[double4life]

I received an acceptance earlier this week. I'll be going to Howard, too. By the way, where are all of you planning to live?

I'm heading down there in June to start shopping for an apartment. During my interview, current students told me the apartments surrounding the dental school were a bit pricey but convenient during DC's coldest months.

 

[Pyari07]

Hey guys! I'll also be attending Howard this fall, and am pretty excited! I have put in an application at the Towers for grad students. It's like a 2 minute walk, plus I thought it was a nice option for first year. The only thing is it runs on a first come first serve basis, so I'm not guaranteed a room until like June/July when they let me know. So, I'm also going to look into places in Maryland. The students recommended that b/c its cheaper. Good luck to u guys, see you in the fall!

 

[double4life]

What's the going rate for the Towers?

 

[miraclegirll]

Did you get housing apps with your acceptance? I had to call in to request them so hopefully they'll come soon. Will you be bringing a car if you live in Maryland?

Hey guys! I'll also be attending Howard this fall, and am pretty excited! I have put in an application at the Towers for grad students. It's like a 2 minute walk, plus I thought it was a nice option for first year. The only thing is it runs on a first come first serve basis, so I'm not guaranteed a room until like June/July when they let me know. So, I'm also going to look into places in Maryland. The students recommended that b/c its cheaper. Good luck to u guys, see you in the fall!

 

[Mr.E]

Glad to know other out there are going to Howard. Congrats to all of you. See you in the fall. It's time to celebrate! We are going to be dentist. 👍

 

[Pyari07]

Did you get housing apps with your acceptance? I had to call in to request them so hopefully they'll come soon. Will you be bringing a car if you live in Maryland?

NO, the housing apps didn't come with the acceptance. I actually stopped by the Towers to check them out, and filled out an application there. I am also most likely bringing my car. The Towers rates arent that bad, I applied for a 2 bedroom studio which is like $1100 or something I think, im not positive i would have to check the papers

 

[Crest]

I will be at Howard in the fall too. Does anyone know when school starts?

 

[RozhonDDS]

for everyone who is going to howard, would you mine sharing your stats? I plan on applying there, because i really love D.C., and i am wondering if i am quailified

 

[TX2thDR]

count me in as well 👍

if you are staying at the towers, prepare to leave your car on the street somewhere.. the way they choose who gets a parking spot or not is via a lottery and only 90 something spots are available for the entire building. also, they have a shuttle to and from campus.... i wish i could bring my car but it doesnt look possible 🙁

anyone else looking for housing elsewhere? i'm thinking basement apt or something nearby... $1100 for a 400sq ft. studio seems steep to me. that much in houston will get you a nice 2 BR. the good thing about the towers is that its all bills paid and has a shuttle.

crest, the date is aug. 25 (i think)

CONGRATS TO ALL AND SEE YOU IN AUGUST!!!

 

[RozhonDDS]

for everyone who is going to howard, would you mine sharing your stats? I plan on applying there, because i really love D.C., and i am wondering if i am quailified

 

[TX2thDR]

i looked at your stats and you are definately qualifiied. i think they tend to look at the overall picture however.

GPA 3.3 science. DAT AA19, PAT 20

check out www.predents.com for stats.

 

[RozhonDDS]

Can all of you who were excepted to howard pleas elist your stats, i am curious as to why the school puts stats out of 16AA and 15 PAT, when a lot of students are in the 19's on the DAT

 

[double4life]

Here you go but realize that every person is selected into d-school for a different reason and under different circumstances. Take this and other's stats with that thought in mind:

GPA: 3.1
sci GPA: 3.08

DAT: AA17/TS18/PAT17 (bombed the QR but was never good in math to begin with)

Also had tons of extracurriculars/dental-related experiences to cushion my app.

 

[acousticasian]

Also, based on Howard's dental school make-up, you forgot another strong correlation: being african-american. It helps.

 

[double4life]

Also, based on Howard's dental school make-up, you forgot another strong correlation: being african-american. It helps.

What "make-up" are you implying? When I went there for my interview, I saw a diverse student body. Have you visited the school?

 

[acousticasian]

http://www.dentistry.howard.edu/huwp.aspx?wp=admissions


According to Howard University's website, 78% of the 2004 incoming class for the dental school were underrepresented minorities (blacks, hispanics, native americans, martians....everybody but whites and asians). Its obvious that there isn't a strong n.a., hispanic, or martian contingency at the school, so its safe to assume that most of the students accepted are black.

So on one hand, the school is strongly diverse in the traditional sense b/c there are so many black students. On the other hand, the school is strongly homogeneous from a revisionist standpoint b/c there aren't many white and asian students.

Whether its a causation or correlation relationship, one thing is statistically obvious; it helps to be black when you're applying to Howard.

~QED

 

[TX2thDR]

there has been a long discussion of this already. 😴 yeah, the school is predominantly black. i'm not black and i never felt discriminated in any way. (i got denied to Meharry the first time I applied, no hard feelings there nor any doubt that it was my race that was a deciding factor). if you feel you have been chosen against due to the lack of melanin in your skin, go cry about it somewhere else. stop using race as a scapegoat for your shortcomings. being black "might" give you an upper hand but hell, thats what that school was originally intended for. CAN YOU BLAME THEM? i don't.

btw, when i interviewed, there were only 3 blacks interviewing out of 10 students. care to explain that?

anyway, double4life made a goodpoint: Howard looks at the overall picture. extracurricular is huge. experience in other areas is crucial as well. i feel this creates better dentists anyway. i'd hate to be the patient of some book-smart nerd with no hand skills or personal skills.

 

[double4life]

http://www.dentistry.howard.edu/huwp.aspx?wp=admissions


According to Howard University's website, 78% of the 2004 incoming class for the dental school were underrepresented minorities (blacks, hispanics, native americans, martians....everybody but whites and asians). Its obvious that there isn't a strong n.a., hispanic, or martian contingency at the school, so its safe to assume that most of the students accepted are black.

So on one hand, the school is strongly diverse in the traditional sense b/c there are so many black students. On the other hand, the school is strongly homogeneous from a revisionist standpoint b/c there aren't many white and asian students.

Whether its a causation or correlation relationship, one thing is statistically obvious; it helps to be black when you're applying to Howard.

~QED

I'm not going get sucked in or suck you in, for that matter, to an argument on race & Howard that has been done to death, ad nauseam, on this board. For those looking for one, do a search elsewhere. I refuse to bring it in this thread. I was just curious as to whether or not you visited the school, in person, based on your original post.

But I will say this, during my visit, there were a lot of asian/indian/white students amongst the hispanic and african american students. You can douse me with all the stats you want but that's what I saw. Okay that's my peace on that. Congrats if you got in or any other d-school for that matter. 🙂

 

[RozhonDDS]

I know after AADSAS calculates my GPA, i should be right around a 3.6 overall and 3.6-3.7 Sci, but my DAT isn't that great, 16\17\16, I have to many EC to list, but some include vice preseident and president positions of organizations, and also pre-dental advisor of clubs, along with being a dental assistant at a Ped. Ortho office, 100 hrs of shadowing OMFS office, assistant to my dentist who identifies bodies at the local hospital based on dental records, and many more leadership roles, including 100's of hrs volunteering at differen't organizations. When it comes to the classes that pertain to the DAT (i.e. gen chem, bio,...) i received all A's, but for some reason when it comes to the DAT i cannot do well on it, i am going to be retaking the exam july 15, because i just took it april 15th, hopefully howard does not throw out my application solely based upon my DAT score, i want them to look into it more and see how qualified I am and also the fact that a standarized test doesn't mean how a person performs and communicated with patients in the dental office. I am also puerto rican, which hopefully i can use to my benefit, but anyway I am just curious if you think no matter what they DAT score they will look at the application and see what is inside.

 

[Hardbody]

http://www.dentistry.howard.edu/huwp.aspx?wp=admissions


According to Howard University's website, 78% of the 2004 incoming class for the dental school were underrepresented minorities (blacks, hispanics, native americans, martians....everybody but whites and asians). Its obvious that there isn't a strong n.a., hispanic, or martian contingency at the school, so its safe to assume that most of the students accepted are black.

So on one hand, the school is strongly diverse in the traditional sense b/c there are so many black students. On the other hand, the school is strongly homogeneous from a revisionist standpoint b/c there aren't many white and asian students.

Whether its a causation or correlation relationship, one thing is statistically obvious; it helps to be black when you're applying to Howard.

~QED

It would be interesting to note the make up of the APPLICANTS to Howard. I do not know what the applicant pool looks like but I would be willing to bet that not much more than 22% of their applicants are white applicants.

 

[TX2thDR]

It would be interesting to note the make up of the APPLICANTS to Howard. I do not know what the applicant pool looks like but I would be willing to bet that not much more than 22% of their applicants are white applicants.

excellent point, i wonder what percentage of white students (or otherwise) even consider Howard knowing the majority of the student population is black. even still, have they even heard of Howard? truth be told, the ones that do know about Howard probably don't even consider Howard to be an option unless they have below average numbers or have been rejected by the "white schools". as much as I'd like to avoid it... i can see another heated discussion arising.

 

[PanchoVilla]

Im heading to Howard in the fall and Im stoked. Im married and have a child and was wondering if anyone in the same situation has looked at apartments off campus? Also, thier living allowance is not going to cut it. Does anyone know what private loans are available 😱 ?



GPA 3.0
SCI GPA 3.1

DAT AA/18 PAT/23

 

[Mr.E]

Im heading to Howard in the fall and Im stoked. Im married and have a child and was wondering if anyone in the same situation has looked at apartments off campus? Also, thier living allowance is not going to cut it. Does anyone know what private loans are available 😱 ?



GPA 3.0
SCI GPA 3.1

DAT AA/18 PAT/23

Finally, someone else in with a similar situation. I am also married with children and will be attending Howard in the fall. I'm planning to live some place of campus, so the kids and wife can feel comfortable. I've started looking at place in Maryland, particuarly in Montgomery country and Bell Air. The commute is longer (I think taking a train is part of it) but the communities and schools are better than the one's in the city. I've heard that private loans can supplement the lack of funds offered by the school. Look into Salle Mae or Keybank they offer up to 40,000 a year. You have to have good credit and possibly a co-signer. These loans go directly to you, instead of the school. They also allow one to defer until you are done with school. I'm still looking into this option. PM me if you get any new info. Good luck.

 

[Cablindian]

Hello!

I am interviewing at Howard on April 29th! Any advice or suggestions?? Hopefully, I'll see you all in the fall! Wish me luck!

 

[RozhonDDS]

hey cablin, if you don't mind me asking what are your stats?

 

[PanchoVilla]

Finally, someone else in with a similar situation. I am also married with children and will be attending Howard in the fall. I'm planning to live some place of campus, so the kids and wife can feel comfortable. I've started looking at place in Maryland, particuarly in Montgomery country and Bell Air. The commute is longer (I think taking a train is part of it) but the communities and schools are better than the one's in the city. I've heard that private loans can supplement the lack of funds offered by the school. Look into Salle Mae or Keybank they offer up to 40,000 a year. You have to have good credit and possibly a co-signer. These loans go directly to you, instead of the school. They also allow one to defer until you are done with school. I'm still looking into this option. PM me if you get any new info. Good luck.

Thanks for the info on the financial aid, Ill have to look into it. Also, are you renting or buying? Im probably going to have to rent for the first year with the hope of getting a good deal on a forclosure of some sort. Ive never even thought of Montgomery or Bell Air, thats something to think about. Do you know the commute time from either place? Apparently driving to school is not an option but with gas prices sky high Im not sure I would even if I could get a parking pass.

 

[Mr.E]

Thanks for the info on the financial aid, Ill have to look into it. Also, are you renting or buying? Im probably going to have to rent for the first year with the hope of getting a good deal on a forclosure of some sort. Ive never even thought of Montgomery or Bell Air, thats something to think about. Do you know the commute time from either place? Apparently driving to school is not an option but with gas prices sky high Im not sure I would even if I could get a parking pass.

For the first year, I am planning to rent. My main concern is the safety of my family, which may mean living a bit further from the campus. Either way, I'm excited about starting dental at Howard. I'm not sure about Montgomery; but I'm betting it's a shorter commute than Bell Air. I have a friend buying a home in Bell Air who works in the Pentagon. He's told me that the commute to Union Station, which is one stop from the Howard/Shaw stop, takes him about 55 minutes by train. He says the price per month is less than it is if you were planning to drive (approx. $200.)

 

[RozhonDDS]

once again can you future howard students, please spit your stats. thanx a bunch

 

[Got_Dentist?]

hey i'm also from houston and going to howard... it will be nice to see another texan out there

 

[Got_Dentist?]

i'm lookin for a female room-mate... hello... anyone there????/???

 

[Mr.E]

once again can you future howard students, please spit your stats. thanx a bunch

GPA 3.40
sciGPA 2.95

 

[miraclegirll]

Hey!
Congrats on the interview! I know i was super excited to get the invitation. I'm sure you'll be fine. Make sure to check the questions on the student interview feedback portion. The interview was very informal, relaxed and conversational. Just be yourself! PM me for more details if you'd like.

Hello!

I am interviewing at Howard on April 29th! Any advice or suggestions?? Hopefully, I'll see you all in the fall! Wish me luck!

 

[RozhonDDS]

Hey, I am trying to get in contact with the admissions office or dean for that matter at Howard via e-mail, I went to their website, but the contacts link is broken. Does anyone have the e-mail address to the admissions office or dean at Howard?

 

[double4life]

The person you want to contact is Interim Director of Admissions, Ms. Richetta D. Johnson - [email protected] Good Luck!

 

[miraclegirll]

i called in to request the housing papers last week but haven't gotten them yet. Does anyone know when they are due and what the chances are of getting housing?

NO, the housing apps didn't come with the acceptance. I actually stopped by the Towers to check them out, and filled out an application there. I am also most likely bringing my car. The Towers rates arent that bad, I applied for a 2 bedroom studio which is like $1100 or something I think, im not positive i would have to check the papers

 

[ebae]

Anyone going to Howard out there?

hi guys
i'll be going to howard, too. I'm so excited!
see you soon

 

[miraclegirll]

Hey guys! Does anyone know when school starts? I'm guessing its in mid August but I'm anxious to get more info so I can plan my summer. Let me know if anyone has any info! Thanks!

 

[ledmirage]

i called in to request the housing papers last week but haven't gotten them yet. Does anyone know when they are due and what the chances are of getting housing?

Hmm... I didn't get anything yet except a confirmation of the reciept of my deposit, which says something about sending me more financial aid stuff... Is there anything else that I should be getting? perhaps i should call them for the housing paper too...

Question: anyone knows what the specializing rate for howard? i don't think it was mentioned during the interview but apparently one of the specialization is fairly well-known (ortho?)

My stats:
AA 21 TS 19, PAT 20 QR 22 RC 25
Under GPA 2.9
Grad school in Bioinformatics/Business (2 yr) 3.71
Dental Assistant >1 year, over 400 hr
Hospital volunteer 80 hr

 

[TX2thDR]

does anyone know if we still are required to buy the laptop even though we already have a relatively new one? i just got one a few months ago. also, what color scrubs are we required to buy? they have certain colors for D1, D2, etc.

 

[Cablindian]

Hey!!

My interview is tomorrow, and I'm just trying to prepare for any possible questions. I've seen on the interview feedbacks that the interviews are around 25-30 minutes. That seems like such a long time! Anyway, wish me luck! Anyone have any last minute advice??

Thanks!

Also, for those who are attending in the fall, what are your plans for the summer? Just curious..

 

[KOM]

excellent point, i wonder what percentage of white students (or otherwise) even consider Howard knowing the majority of the student population is black. even still, have they even heard of Howard? truth be told, the ones that do know about Howard probably don't even consider Howard to be an option unless they have below average numbers or have been rejected by the "white schools". as much as I'd like to avoid it... i can see another heated discussion arising.

I was going to apply at first because their stats were lower than all the rest. Then I went to their homepage and all the pictures were of african americans and I slowly figured it out.

"White schools..." Haha - Yeah, I think you opened the door on that comment. For those wondering about Howard and it's non-discriminatory selection policy...i say a picture is worth a thousand words...

http://www.howard.edu/currentstudents/
http://www.howard.edu/

Doh...now I'm gonna get it.

 

[KOM]

I was going to apply at first because their stats were lower than all the rest. Then I went to their homepage and all the pictures were of african americans and I slowly figured it out.

"White schools..." Haha - Yeah, I think you opened the door on that comment. For those wondering about Howard and it's non-discriminatory selection policy...i say a picture is worth a thousand words...

http://www.howard.edu/currentstudents/
http://www.howard.edu/

Doh...now I'm gonna get it.

By the way...before I get some heated comments...I think it's great what Howard does and I really hope that their students really do go and be the "goodwill" doctors and truly help the underpriviliged. 👍

 

[Anejad]

i'm planning on transfering from George Mason University and going to Howard as an Undergrad. I was wondering if it even matters what school you go to as an undergrad? Also if it really matters what dental school you graduate from.

 

[TX2thDR]

ttt

 

[miraclegirll]

does anyone know if we still are required to buy the laptop even though we already have a relatively new one? i just got one a few months ago. also, what color scrubs are we required to buy? they have certain colors for D1, D2, etc.

I think we'll find out about the laptops later b/c we're supposed to get a specific one i think..i think a dell. And i dont think we start wearing scrubs until our second or third year.

 

[ledmirage]

From the interview, the tour guide (4th year student president) said that everyone is getting a touchscreen laptop (i assume it would probalby be a lenovo thinkpad or something) and everyone will have the same laptop, i dont know if dell even make one of those... anyway, this is not something we can control...

I think we'll find out about the laptops later b/c we're supposed to get a specific one i think..i think a dell. And i dont think we start wearing scrubs until our second or third year.