Is Louisville really adding 40 seats?

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I've read it a couple of times, but where did this come from? Save me a phone call--is Louisville's class size really going up to 120? Or is this just part of the sdn rumor mill?
 
Can anyone find this info on their website? I looked through the strategic plan for the next few years and couldn't find it...
 
I talked to someone today while I'm down here and they said that they are adding these seats over time as the new renovations are being completed and they kind of left it like that. which sounds to me like they are adding a couple this year, a couple more next.. and so on.. but is anyone sure of this?
 
mflinchb said:
I talked to someone today while I'm down here and they said that they are adding these seats over time as the new renovations are being completed and they kind of left it like that. which sounds to me like they are adding a couple this year, a couple more next.. and so on.. but is anyone sure of this?
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they pretty much told us that in the interviews last year.
 
Adding 40 seats all for out of state residents... I guess they really need money after building their new facilities :laugh:
 
As of my interview (Sep 8), adding the 40 seats is definitely NOT for sure for the next cycle. They are only allowed to add the seats IF they break ground on the new building this year.
 
The only reason I knew about the class being expanded was through an email they sent me. Hopes this answers everyones questions...to me this sounds like the class will be 120 for 2010.

Here it is:

September 24, 2009


Dear ______,

This is to inform you that your application file is now complete and no further information is needed from you at this time. Our Admissions Committee will be reviewing your application file shortly. Because of the large number of applications, a decision may take a relatively long period of time.

Interviews are mandatory and by invitation of the Admissions Committee only. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted via e-mail. Note: A deadline to respond will be attached. The Committee schedules interviews on Mondays and Fridays starting in August and ending in February. Only individuals who are being seriously considered for admission are invited.

Last year, we received approximately 2,734 applications for our 85 positions. This year class size is being increased to 120. Although a decision has not been made about the status of your application, we are unable to interview all the well-qualified applicants. Understand that we will continue considering you for an interview throughout the entire 2010 admissions cycle.

We appreciate your promptness in supplying the follow-up credentials and will contact you if and when your status changes. Thank you for your interest! Best wishes in your quest to become a dentist.

Sincerely,

Dianne Foster, R.D.H., M.A.
Director of Student Affairs

DO NOT RESPOND TO THIS MESSAGE as this communication comes from the list serve account. You will not get a response from this notice. Check the AADSAS website for updates regarding your application status.
 
Jman1984 said:
The only reason I knew about the class being expanded was through an email they sent me. Hopes this answers everyones questions...to me this sounds like the class will be 120 for 2010.

Here it is:

September 24, 2009


Dear ______,

This is to inform you that your application file is now complete and no further information is needed from you at this time. Our Admissions Committee will be reviewing your application file shortly. Because of the large number of applications, a decision may take a relatively long period of time.

Interviews are mandatory and by invitation of the Admissions Committee only. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted via e-mail. Note: A deadline to respond will be attached. The Committee schedules interviews on Mondays and Fridays starting in August and ending in February. Only individuals who are being seriously considered for admission are invited.

Last year, we received approximately 2,734 applications for our 85 positions. This year class size is being increased to 120. Although a decision has not been made about the status of your application, we are unable to interview all the well-qualified applicants. Understand that we will continue considering you for an interview throughout the entire 2010 admissions cycle.

We appreciate your promptness in supplying the follow-up credentials and will contact you if and when your status changes. Thank you for your interest! Best wishes in your quest to become a dentist.

Sincerely,

Dianne Foster, R.D.H., M.A.
Director of Student Affairs

DO NOT RESPOND TO THIS MESSAGE as this communication comes from the list serve account. You will not get a response from this notice. Check the AADSAS website for updates regarding your application status.
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I got the same email.. But it's still not for sure yet according to what the adcom says. They can't do it unless they know they have the money. It seems to be pretty unorganized.
 
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