LECOM Application Process (DMD)

[Hockeytown19]

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It says above 300 interviews. And the class size is 100. Your chances are pretty good, relatively.

Thanks Dantemac

 

[Parle G]

I submitted my LECOM supplemental 7/22 and I was just wondering when did you guys see an update, if any, under "required letters and credits" tab?

 

[NguyenDDS]

Nevermind, everything is okay 🙂

 

[NguyenDDS]

For those who have an interview, which airport are you planning to go to? I was wondering because the Sarasota one is pricy..... the Tampa one is cheaper, but it 1 hour away from the school.

 

[Bis-GMA111]

congrats on the interviews guys

i sent my aadsas app yesterday. hopefully i'm still considered to be an early applicant?

man i hope i at least get an interview

 

[Hockeytown19]

For those who have an interview, which airport are you planning to go to? I was wondering because the Sarasota one is pricy..... the Tampa one is cheaper, but it 1 hour away from the school.

Congrats on getting an interview!! For me, flying into Sarasota is cheaper so I guess I lucked out. Also, I was thinking about renting a car to get a better look at the area. I am excited to see what the school/area has to offer.

 

[NguyenDDS]

Congrats on getting an interview!! For me, flying into Sarasota is cheaper so I guess I lucked out. Also, I was thinking about renting a car to get a better look at the area. I am excited to see what the school/area has to offer.

Thank you! And congrats on your interview also!! 🙂
Are you going home the same day as the interview? I'm debating whether or not I should do that and if doing so would be unnecessary stress 😳 Rushing and all... 🙄

 

[Hockeytown19]

Thank you! And congrats on your interview also!! 🙂
Are you going home the same day as the interview? I'm debating whether or not I should do that and if doing so would be unnecessary stress 😳 Rushing and all... 🙄

Thank you!!! It's my first interview so I'm super excited. 👍 So here's what I'm gonna do.....I am getting into Sarasota around 12pm the day before my interview which will give me a day to check out the area. For the day of the interview...they said everything should end around 130 so I got a flight that leaves later that night. There was a flight around 4 but I would rather not rush so I choose the one that leaves around 8. What day did they assign you?

 

[NguyenDDS]

Thank you!!! It's my first interview so I'm super excited. 👍 So here's what I'm gonna do.....I am getting into Sarasota around 12pm the day before my interview which will give me a day to check out the area. For the day of the interview...they said everything should end around 130 so I got a flight that leaves later that night. There was a flight around 4 but I would rather not rush so I choose the one that leaves around 8. What day did they assign you?

That sounds so exciting! 😀 I'm so happy for you!
I was assigned 9/14 🙂 But I will probably be going to the Tampa airport... since it's $865 a plane ticket for the Sarasota one!! 😱🙄🙂

By the way, I'm sooo curious on what the interview itself is going to be like! I'm assuming it's going to be a group interview and NOT those one-on-one kinds. What do you think?

 

[Hockeytown19]

That sounds so exciting! 😀 I'm so happy for you!
I was assigned 9/14 🙂 But I will probably be going to the Tampa airport... since it's $865 a plane ticket for the Sarasota one!! 😱🙄🙂

By the way, I'm sooo curious on what the interview itself is going to be like! I'm assuming it's going to be a group interview and NOT those one-on-one kinds. What do you think?

Wow $865...that's ridiculous. Yeah just fly into Tampa...one of the attachments they sent you in the email should have a list of shuttle and taxi services that are available. Looks like it will cost you $75 to get from Tampa to lecom. As for the interview...I really dont know what to expect. I can fill you in once I am done...mine is 8/31.

 

[NguyenDDS]

Wow $865...that's ridiculous. Yeah just fly into Tampa...one of the attachments they sent you in the email should have a list of shuttle and taxi services that are available. Looks like it will cost you $75 to get from Tampa to lecom. As for the interview...I really dont know what to expect. I can fill you in once I am done...mine is 8/31.

Thanks Hocketown19, I think I'm going to plan on that $75 ride 🙂 But anyhow, best of good luck on your interview on 8/31!! 🙂 Blow them away

 

[reely989]

wizi,

My mail date was 6/27. They rejected me a few days after requesting the supplemental fee. I was actually in the process of sending the payment so I am glad I didnt. I was gonna call this week to ask. The email said "with a pool of over 1600 applicants, we find it quite challenging to select whom we should invite for our 300 interview appointments." I thought I would have an alright shot at an interview but I guess not. 👎

Same thing here. Kind of annoying. Was one of my top choices, and I feel like my stats were extremely competitive. I know a guy who they didn't reject. I'm also annoyed because they didn't even wait on my letters. But oh well, moving on I suppose.

 

[Hockeytown19]

Same thing here. Kind of annoying. Was one of my top choices, and I feel like my stats were extremely competitive. I know a guy who they didn't reject. I'm also annoyed because they didn't even wait on my letters. But oh well, moving on I suppose.

Damn sorry to hear that...for me I figured it was my low gpa but if you had great stats and you were in the process of completing your app and got a rejection then thats pretty bad on their part. The least they could do is wait for all your materials before making a decision but hey keep your head up there are many other schools that would love to have you 🙂

 

[AwesomeTeeth]

Nvm

 

[BizzyV]

My stuff got in 10 days or so ago... anxiously waiting... I REALLY want an interview here.

 

[Bis-GMA111]

hey nguyendds, i noticed that you're applying to roseman. did you by any chance talk to them about the 17 and above criteria for a DAT subsection? i'm thinking about applying there too, but my 16 PAT is holding me back

 

[NguyenDDS]

hey nguyendds, i noticed that you're applying to roseman. did you by any chance talk to them about the 17 and above criteria for a DAT subsection? i'm thinking about applying there too, but my 16 PAT is holding me back

Hi there preDENT1210! 🙂
Sorry, I didn't talk to them about it... butttt on there website it says: "To be considered for admission, scores on Academic Average, Total Science, Reading Comprehension and Perceptual Ability must be 17 or higher." I don't know how strict they are with this requirement, so I would definitely give them a call and ask them about it 🙂 Good luck!! 🙂

 

[wizi]

hey nguyendds, i noticed that you're applying to roseman. did you by any chance talk to them about the 17 and above criteria for a DAT subsection? i'm thinking about applying there too, but my 16 PAT is holding me back

16 PAT -> They are going to put ur application on hold until you give them your new scores. If you dont give them your new DAT scores, you get rejected.

 

[little Buddy]

wow so I just emailed LECOM about my ENGL credit because I noticed they had it marked. I had one class worth 5 cr and will be taking another one this fall, so after I talked to them my app is finally going to review. Wish I would have caught this sooner. I wonder if any other schools are like this...I was under the impression that they still review even if all the pre-reqs are not complete but I guess LECOM is different.

 

[BizzyV]

Where was it marked? I'm going to have to check for myself... thanks for the heads up.

 

[little Buddy]

It was under the credits and LOR. I would check that asap!

 

[MrJingles]

Congrats on getting an interview!! For me, flying into Sarasota is cheaper so I guess I lucked out. Also, I was thinking about renting a car to get a better look at the area. I am excited to see what the school/area has to offer.

Thank you! And congrats on your interview also!! 🙂
Are you going home the same day as the interview? I'm debating whether or not I should do that and if doing so would be unnecessary stress 😳 Rushing and all... 🙄

Good luck to you both! My interview date is between the two of you on 9/7. I'm flying into Sarasota but the flight options were limited.

 

[BizzyV]

wow so I just emailed LECOM about my ENGL credit because I noticed they had it marked. I had one class worth 5 cr and will be taking another one this fall, so after I talked to them my app is finally going to review. Wish I would have caught this sooner. I wonder if any other schools are like this...I was under the impression that they still review even if all the pre-reqs are not complete but I guess LECOM is different.

They won't look at you until you have the credits planned for? Yikes! I called them today and they just said to shoot them an email with what I was planning on taking.

 

[NonTradDad]

When speaking with a recruiter from LECOM last Spring, he explained that in the first few years of the dental school, the dental students would be taking classes together with the Med students (for the 1st two years).

That would be an interesting dynamic.

Anyone have any thoughts on the pros or cons of this unique set-up?

 

[lululime]

I believe that this is the way its done at Harvard, correct me if I'm wrong.

 

[Parle G]

Those that applied at LECOM...in your portal under "required letters/credits" did you see an update? I just checked mine and it lists all the pre-reqs, letters, DAT scores etc but it has red "x's." does that mean that everything is good? I am so confused 😕

 

[FightingIllini1]

Those that applied at LECOM...in your portal under "required letters/credits" did you see an update? I just checked mine and it lists all the pre-reqs, letters, DAT scores etc but it has red "x's." does that mean that everything is good? I am so confused 😕

Red X's mean they haven't received the items or might have but haven't entered them into the system or you lack a requirement such as a class or DAT Retake. Give it a few weeks, it will turn to Green check marks once its in their system. Good luck!

 

[BizzyV]

Frustrating. You're right, they don't even look at your application unless pre reqs are met or planned for. Called them today to get it sorted out and they said that I should hear back within 30 days. No bueno.

 

[Parle G]

Red X's mean they haven't received the items or might have but haven't entered them into the system or you lack a requirement such as a class or DAT Retake. Give it a few weeks, it will turn to Green check marks once its in their system. Good luck!

Thanks for the clarification! I called them up and they said everything is good, and the only problem was that it wasn't updated. Good luck to you too 🙂

 

[NguyenDDS]

It says above 300 interviews. And the class size is 100. Your chances are pretty good, relatively.

Thanks!! 🙂 But how did you find out they will have around 300 interviews? My friend emailed and asked them what is the projected number of interviewees? She got a response of, and I quote, "As many as we can. Thank you."

 

[DHsince06]

My application was reiewed and they posted my pre-requisites. There is no other status updates. How long did it take to hear about an interview?? Was your interview received in e-mail or snail mail? Thanks

 

[Hockeytown19]

Good luck to you both! My interview date is between the two of you on 9/7. I'm flying into Sarasota but the flight options were limited.

Thank you!! Good luck to you as well. As far as interviews, I think they will probably interview around 600-700 and extend acceptances to around 300, knowing that being a new school its not likely to be a top choice for most. What does everyone else think? I dont like the sound of as many as we can lol.

 

[NguyenDDS]

My application was reiewed and they posted my pre-requisites. There is no other status updates. How long did it take to hear about an interview?? Was your interview received in e-mail or snail mail? Thanks

The interview was by email 🙂 Not sure how long it took though since I had problems with my portal.

Thank you!! Good luck to you as well. As far as interviews, I think they will probably interview around 600-700 and extend acceptances to around 300, knowing that being a new school its not likely to be a top choice for most. What does everyone else think? I dont like the sound of as many as we can lol.

600-700?! 😱 I also don't like the sound of "as many as we can" lol.

 

[Hockeytown19]

The interview was by email 🙂 Not sure how long it took though since I had problems with my portal.



600-700?! 😱 I also don't like the sound of "as many as we can" lol.

Actually it's probably closer to 400 interview offers lol. Guess I exaggerated a bit with that estimate. Lower the number= better chance of acceptance 👍

 

[NguyenDDS]

Actually it's probably closer to 400 interview offers lol. Guess I exaggerated a bit with that estimate. Lower the number= better chance of acceptance 👍

lol phew... 😀
But actually I think 600 sounds about right. I know that MWU-AZ interviewed 570 and accepted 213 for 112 seats for the 2009 entering class. LECOM will probably do something similar 🙂

 

[Hockeytown19]

lol phew... 😀
But actually I think 600 sounds about right. I know that MWU-AZ interviewed 570 and accepted 213 for 112 seats for the 2009 entering class. LECOM will probably do something similar 🙂

Yeah now that you mention that my first guess is probably closer. I'm assuming they will accept a few more than Midwestern does being a new school in all. Guess we will have to wait and see.

 

[Justsmile10]

I just sent my supplemental application for LECOM, does anyone know how long it takes to get an update?

 

[FightingIllini1]

Just got an interview notice when I logged into the portal! What interview dates have you guys been given so far? Good luckkkk!

 

[NguyenDDS]

Just got an interview notice when I logged into the portal! What interview dates have you guys been given so far? Good luckkkk!

So far it's been every wednesday starting August 31 🙂

 

[choiboi53]

those of you who got interviews, did your status turn blank recently?

before it said I am invited to LECOM interview but now it's blank. lol

 

[Hockeytown19]

those of you who got interviews, did your status turn blank recently?

before it said I am invited to LECOM interview but now it's blank. lol

Yeah as soon as I confirmed I would be attending the interview it was blank so dont worry.

 

[zatoichi]

Uh...mine isn't blank and I got an interview. I also confirmed I would be attending by emailing them.

Did everybody's admission status go blank once they confirmed?

 

[NguyenDDS]

Uh...mine isn't blank and I got an interview. I also confirmed I would be attending by emailing them.

Did everybody's admission status go blank once they confirmed?

Mine went blank as well! 🙂

 

[FightingIllini1]

After I emailed them confirming I will attending the interview, my status went blank on the portal page as well.

If its truly 300 that get interviewed for 100 seats, the chances are not bad at all!

 

[NguyenDDS]

After I emailed them confirming I will attending the interview, my status went blank on the portal page as well.

If its truly 300 that get interviewed for 100 seats, the chances are not bad at all!

Lol, I wish that were true 😛 But being a new school and all, it's safe to assume they will interview around 600 🙂

 

[Parle G]

after emailing them about the interview confirmation, did you guys get a confirmation email or something acknowledging that they received your interview confirmation email? I sent my confirmation like 3 hours ago and still no response

 

[little Buddy]

Same here. Give it some time I guess...

 

[Hockeytown19]

after emailing them about the interview confirmation, did you guys get a confirmation email or something acknowledging that they received your interview confirmation email? I sent my confirmation like 3 hours ago and still no response

I received the interview invite on a Friday and sent a confirmation email the next day. They emailed me back the following Monday saying they received my confirmation email so give it a day or so.

 

[Parle G]

okay cool, thanks!!

 

[A6project]

Lol, I wish that were true 😛 But being a new school and all, it's safe to assume they will interview around 600 🙂

Are you planning to fly to Tampa and take a shuttle? Maybe I should look at that option too! Good luck on your interview. Mine is on Sept 28th