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Not a big deal if DO letter is not required.
Hi all,
Hoping to get more specific advise on people who know the application process. I take the MCAT on June 5 and expect to get 28-29 (practice tests), so I suppose that sets me up for a primary in July. I have a 3.8 cGPA, 3.85 science. I think these stats are fine for KCUMB, but I have had trouble finding a DO to shadow (let alone write me a rec letter). All of my connections are MD, and at this point I think forging a relationship with a DO would be rushed. How does a lack of DO shadowing and/or lack of DO rec letter affect application if all other requirements are good? Anyone accepted with a similar shortcoming?
Hi all,
Hoping to get more specific advise on people who know the application process. I take the MCAT on June 5 and expect to get 28-29 (practice tests), so I suppose that sets me up for a primary in July. I have a 3.8 cGPA, 3.85 science. I think these stats are fine for KCUMB, but I have had trouble finding a DO to shadow (let alone write me a rec letter). All of my connections are MD, and at this point I think forging a relationship with a DO would be rushed. How does a lack of DO shadowing and/or lack of DO rec letter affect application if all other requirements are good? Anyone accepted with a similar shortcoming?
Hi all,
Hoping to get more specific advise on people who know the application process. I take the MCAT on June 5 and expect to get 28-29 (practice tests), so I suppose that sets me up for a primary in July. I have a 3.8 cGPA, 3.85 science. I think these stats are fine for KCUMB, but I have had trouble finding a DO to shadow (let alone write me a rec letter). All of my connections are MD, and at this point I think forging a relationship with a DO would be rushed. How does a lack of DO shadowing and/or lack of DO rec letter affect application if all other requirements are good? Anyone accepted with a similar shortcoming?
Who is she??
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So is there a catch to contacting Michelle Sparks for help? Or is she just a nice person who wants to help us.
Lovin that profile pic apr27...
I just got off the waitlist today!!!!! I'm so excited because this is my first choice!!!!! However, does any one know what might be available as far as housing options?
I'm intrested. I posted on your profile. Hit me up.I've been looking for places if you're interested in having a roommate.
I never shadowed a DO, I got accepted with a 28 and an embarrassingly low sGPA (Doesn't matter anymore! Hooray!). The rest of my app was strong with leadership, volunteer experience, extra curriculars, etc... But I wouldn't worry much about not having a DO letter. If you go get a 28/29, you should be well within reasonable expectations of getting an acceptance.
FYI - Not trying to freak you out about the MCAT, (It isn't worth a freak out, anyway) but practice tests are not necessarily accurate indicators of actual test performance. They help for sure, but don't just immediately assume you'll score a 29 because its what you've averaged on the last 2 or 3 practice tests, reality could be for the better or worse.
Not sure. The letter says the associate deans will coat all students. There is also a admin member on the fb page that confirmed it. You might want to ask her directly on fbNo outside physicians? Why?
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I just finished my first year at KCUMB and I can tell you that the vast majority of my class hung out and didn't do much over winter break. Sleep, eat, drink, work out or do whatever you want to do to come back refreshed in January because you'll hit the ground running. The same goes for the summer between year 1 and 2. Some are doing research and some are stuck in KC taking classes for their masters courses, but most are traveling and enjoying themselves. We have been asked to get a head start on neuro but besides that and a little bit of light board studying, nothing but playtime. You guys will be in school through June though, so I expect you'll want to maximize blowing off steam during your 4-5 week summer.What do the winter break months look like for first year students? Is it typically filled with volunteering, shadowing, and research?
I just finished my first year at KCUMB and I can tell you that the vast majority of my class hung out and didn't do much over winter break. Sleep, eat, drink, work out or do whatever you want to do to come back refreshed in January because you'll hit the ground running. The same goes for the summer between year 1 and 2. Some are doing research and some are stuck in KC taking classes for their masters courses, but most are traveling and enjoying themselves. We have been asked to get a head start on neuro but besides that and a little bit of light board studying, nothing but playtime. You guys will be in school through June though, so I expect you'll want to maximize blowing off steam during your 4-5 week summer.
Electives can be completed during the breaks and still feel like you are "hanging out." They can also be done during the year via some classes or research. Also, dual degree students only have to complete 2 electives instead of 4.It sounds like everyone pretty much just hangs out during all the breaks then go home or do research in the summer. When do people usually get their elective credits done?
Is there a particular reason why there will only be 4-5 weeks off during the summer? It seems awfully short. Will this lead to a longer summer following 2nd year which would allow more step 1 studying?
Are you connected on the fb group page? There is currently someone on that page looking for a roommate, and from time to time I see this type of announcement thereI have a two bedroom apartment at Century Towers and I am looking for a roommate if anyone is interested - I am a 28yr old male. PM me if you're interested!
I thought about it, but didn't really want to "identify" him/her^^ same person
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^^ same person
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anyone know what atm machine is in the school cafeteria?
So I remember they were doing expansion at KCUMB. But do you guys know how that will translate to class size increases?
It takes all major cards and there is no extra fee. Pretty sweet deal.
anyone know what atm machine is in the school cafeteria?
They're building lecture halls with over 300 seats for a reason. They'll keep increasing class size till AOA stops them.
do you know what bank it is?
Speaking of the cafeteria, where do students eat at KCUMB? It seemed like it could only seat 50 or so people from what I remember? Do people bring their own lunch or go home over the hour?
They're building lecture halls with over 300 seats for a reason. They'll keep increasing class size till AOA stops them.
I doubt the 300 seats are all for COM students. It must be a mix with the biomedical students.
I don't understand how the class size has gone up to 270?
From what I remember COCA limits class sizes to 250. That is why AZCOM is at 250 right now.
I meant you can account for extra students due to attrition or maybe a special affiliate program but 270 is insane.
Does that really make sense to you? Nursing classes are much different than medical school classes. They would very rarely need to be in the same room at the same time... If that we're even trueI heard on my interview day from one of the current students that KCUMB is planning to start a nursing school or something. She said it is the reason for these expansions with such large classrooms.
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. Keep in mind also that though we are starting with 271, by the end of year 1 we were down to 261 and that number is only going to keep decreasing over the next 3 years.
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