LECOM Bradenton MMS Program 2019-2020

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I know I'm super late but I honestly just kind of found out about this program? Do you guys think its too late to even apply? At this point, Im willing to do the Lake Erie location even though I live in FL.

I applied to Bradenton last week. I think it may be a bit late but I’m guessing being a Florida resident may help your chances for Bradenton. I didn’t take the mcat yet, so if I get rejected from Bradenton, I’m gonna apply to Erie after I get my scores. I think you should still apply though. Maybe use priority mailing for your LORs , scores, and transcripts.
 
I applied to Bradenton last week. I think it may be a bit late but I’m guessing being a Florida resident may help your chances for Bradenton. I didn’t take the mcat yet, so if I get rejected from Bradenton, I’m gonna apply to Erie after I get my scores. I think you should still apply though. Maybe use priority mailing for your LORs , scores, and transcripts.
Thankssss this kind of eases my mind. I just submitted an inquiry for a username and password so Im waiting to get that back so that I can actually apply. & Stay positive! I think I read somewhere about someone being accepted without MCAT scores. Just send your scores as soon as you get them.
 
I submitted my application a week ago but my "required letters and credits" page is blank. And nothing is shown in the drop down menu. Should I contact the office or just wait for a couple more days? I sent all my letters, scores, and resume in but I still don't know if they got any of the materials. Is anyone else having this same problem?
 

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I submitted my application a week ago but my "required letters and credits" page is blank. And nothing is shown in the drop down menu. Should I contact the office or just wait for a couple more days? I sent all my letters, scores, and resume in but I still don't know if they got any of the materials. Is anyone else having this same problem?
It might just take them some time to update it
 
Hey everyone!
Just finished the LECOM B MMS program and wanted to share some stats for dental!
We had 22 interview. 18 acceptances & 4 waitlist.
We just finished classes Friday— and at this point are at 20/22 students being seated in the dental class for 2023.
For those that got in off the waitlist, their final GPAs were higher than required of those who initially got accepted in February.
As for med, many fewer interviewed and many are waitlisted. They have not heard back yet.

If I can offer 1 piece of advice- perseverance! There are days you will be incredibly overwhelmed or just bomb a test. Find a study group and ask for help— it doesn’t get any easier as the program progresses so be sure to consistently improve your study skills and stay on top of your studies!
As Dr.Gnarra told us on the first day of Spring semester, “you are given the opportunity to do hard work.” Push forward and show faculty everyday how important this journey through the MMS program is to accomplishing your dream!
 
Hey everyone!
Just finished the LECOM B MMS program and wanted to share some stats for dental!
We had 22 interview. 18 acceptances & 4 waitlist.
We just finished classes Friday— and at this point are at 20/22 students being seated in the dental class for 2023.
For those that got in off the waitlist, their final GPAs were higher than required of those who initially got accepted in February.
As for med, many fewer interviewed and many are waitlisted. They have not heard back yet.

If I can offer 1 piece of advice- perseverance! There are days you will be incredibly overwhelmed or just bomb a test. Find a study group and ask for help— it doesn’t get any easier as the program progresses so be sure to consistently improve your study skills and stay on top of your studies!
As Dr.Gnarra told us on the first day of Spring semester, “you are given the opportunity to do hard work.” Push forward and show faculty everyday how important this journey through the MMS program is to accomplishing your dream!

Thank you for this message! Congrats to you all!

The two who were waitlisted, what were their GPAs around and what did they increase it to get off the waitlist?

Very exciting news for you guys us. ☺️
 
Thank you for this message! Congrats to you all!

The two who were waitlisted, what were their GPAs around and what did they increase it to get off the waitlist?

Very exciting news for you guys us. ☺


I can’t speak on their behalf but it was sub 3.0 (somewhere around 2.7-2.8) and I know one brought it up to a 3.2.
A 3.0 is required for interview and was the spring contingency for those accepted in February. (Spring was what they planned as our toughest semester: Micro, PBL, Anatomy, Immuno, Genetics)
 
Hey everyone!
Just finished the LECOM B MMS program and wanted to share some stats for dental!
We had 22 interview. 18 acceptances & 4 waitlist.
We just finished classes Friday— and at this point are at 20/22 students being seated in the dental class for 2023.
For those that got in off the waitlist, their final GPAs were higher than required of those who initially got accepted in February.
As for med, many fewer interviewed and many are waitlisted. They have not heard back yet.

If I can offer 1 piece of advice- perseverance! There are days you will be incredibly overwhelmed or just bomb a test. Find a study group and ask for help— it doesn’t get any easier as the program progresses so be sure to consistently improve your study skills and stay on top of your studies!
As Dr.Gnarra told us on the first day of Spring semester, “you are given the opportunity to do hard work.” Push forward and show faculty everyday how important this journey through the MMS program is to accomplishing your dream!


Do you know why there were fewer acceptances for med? Was the gpa requirement higher for med?
 
Nothing is updated in my folder items forum and it says that a "disciplinary action form" is required in addition to everything else. Should I call Ms. Taylor and ask? I never got into any sort of trouble in my life, so thats kinda odd lol.
 
I know I'm super late but I honestly just kind of found out about this program? Do you guys think its too late to even apply? At this point, Im willing to do the Lake Erie location even though I live in FL.
I think the Lake Erie Program had a deadline of May 1st. It may be difficult to submit all your LORs and Transcripts in time.
 
Do you guys know when the $400 deposit is due? In my packet one page says May 1st and another says June 1st. Ive tried calling and e-mailing but i havent gotten a response :/
 
Do you guys know when the $400 deposit is due? In my packet one page says May 1st and another says June 1st. Ive tried calling and e-mailing but i havent gotten a response :/
I am having the same issue. Acceptance letter said $400 due by June 1st and the LECOM portal says due by May 1st. I have tried contacting but got no response.
 
I am having the same issue. Acceptance letter said $400 due by June 1st and the LECOM portal says due by May 1st. I have tried contacting but got no response.
I’m not really sure what to do at this point considering tomorrow is the 1st
 
Nothing is updated in my folder items forum and it says that a "disciplinary action form" is required in addition to everything else. Should I call Ms. Taylor and ask? I never got into any sort of trouble in my life, so thats kinda odd lol.
I believe you just have to send in a pic of both sides of your driver’s liscence. I never knew what it was until kandyse told me I had to do it
 
I believe you just have to send in a pic of both sides of your driver’s liscence. I never knew what it was until kandyse told me I had to do it

She doesn’t reply to my emails or answer my calls. It’s very stressful. Is she the only contact for MMS applicants? I understand that they are super busy but it would nice to know if they have received all the items that are required, especially since the portal is not being updated.
 
Do you know why there were fewer acceptances for med? Was the gpa requirement higher for med?
There isn't a GPA goal for med. All we were told was to have above a 3.0 to qualify for the interview. They never disclosed what the GPA requirement was for acceptance because they say that they "look at the applicant as a whole."

Be a 3.5 or greater at the interview and you can be comfortable. After you get the acceptance you have to maintain a 3.2 and nothing lower than a 75% in any class.
 
She doesn’t reply to my emails or answer my calls. It’s very stressful. Is she the only contact for MMS applicants? I understand that they are super busy but it would nice to know if they have received all the items that are required, especially since the portal is not being updated.
I had that problem as well. Call this number and a woman named Erin will pick up. Let her know you’re having a hard time getting ahold of Kandyse and she will help you out. It was the only way I was able to get help.
 
I had that problem as well. Call this number and a woman named Erin will pick up. Let her know you’re having a hard time getting ahold of Kandyse and she will help you out. It was the only way I was able to get help.
941-782-5928
 
Yes, was sent out quite sometime ago discussing the vaccines and TB test that are required before matriculation.
 
I am having the same issue. Acceptance letter said $400 due by June 1st and the LECOM portal says due by May 1st. I have tried contacting but got no response.
Was able to get a hold of her today, she told me that as long as they get it before June 1st it should be okay. She wasn't very pleasant though..
 
Was able to get a hold of her today, she told me that as long as they get it before June 1st it should be okay. She wasn't very pleasant though..
I have been calling since morning but no response, so, I left a voicemail. I think there are issues with dates for those who were accepted in April.
 
Was able to get a hold of her today, she told me that as long as they get it before June 1st it should be okay. She wasn't very pleasant though..

I tried calling her about 3 times, no response. I called the 941-782-5928 number too but it goes to voicemail. I got an email stating that my transcripts needed to be sent, even though they were sent 2 weeks ago in priority mail. This is weird because Erie says they received them, and I sent them out to both campuses at the same time. And she doesn't reply to her emails. This is very frustrating.
 
I have been calling since morning but no response, so, I left a voicemail. I think there are issues with dates for those who were accepted in April.
I called yesterday and left a voicemail but no one ever got back to me or responded to my e-mail. But when I tried today she answered so maybe I just got lucky. She didnt ask for my name or acceptance date she just said "what does it say on your packet?" When I told her it said both dates she said June is fine.
 
I called yesterday and left a voicemail but no one ever got back to me or responded to my e-mail. But when I tried today she answered so maybe I just got lucky. She didnt ask for my name or acceptance date she just said "what does it say on your packet?" When I told her it said both dates she said June is fine.

What time did you call her? I always call in the afternoon and it goes to voicemail.
 
Yes, was sent out quite sometime ago discussing the vaccines and TB test that are required before matriculation.
I got the vaccines and TB information, but I was wondering what date orientation would be? I was trying to plan a quick trip before the program start and wanted to make sure I didn't book my flights on the day we would have orientation.
 
Was able to get a hold of her today, she told me that as long as they get it before June 1st it should be okay. She wasn't very pleasant though..
I'll be the first to say it. Kandyse sucks. She would never respond to emails and the one time I did get a hold of her, she was incredibly rude when I asked her about the lack of updating on the portal. Also, when I received my acceptance letter last week, it required me to pay $500 to accept my seat at Bradenton, so I'm assuming they just wanted the $500 upfront rather than splitting it $100 and $400 for the people who were recently accepted.
 
I'll be the first to say it. Kandyse sucks. She would never respond to emails and the one time I did get a hold of her, she was incredibly rude when I asked her about the lack of updating on the portal. Also, when I received my acceptance letter last week, it required me to pay $500 to accept my seat at Bradenton, so I'm assuming they just wanted the $500 upfront rather than splitting it $100 and $400 for the people who were recently accepted.
Oh orientation is July 8th, I was accepted back in January so I guess youre right.
 
The portal says my letter is in the mail. Is there any email that is associated with acceptances, (i.e. should I assume its a rejection)? I see a lot of people are getting additional forms sent to them & that worries me lol.

2.72 GPA and 498 MCAT
 
The portal says my letter is in the mail. Is there any email that is associated with acceptances, (i.e. should I assume its a rejection)? I see a lot of people are getting additional forms sent to them & that worries me lol.

2.72 GPA and 498 MCAT

May I ask when did you apply?
 
The portal says my letter is in the mail. Is there any email that is associated with acceptances, (i.e. should I assume its a rejection)? I see a lot of people are getting additional forms sent to them & that worries me lol.

2.72 GPA and 498 MCAT
I think most if not all the acceptances were sent via mail.
 
I haven't even gotten past the grade entry screen even though I completed it... I'm waiting on a science prof letter, how long did it take you guys to hear back after it was complete?
 
what did it change to?
It went from something like "Your application is under review" to "The Admissions Committee has made a decision on your application. You will receive an official letter in the mail within 30 days."
 
Nothing is updated in my folder items forum and it says that a "disciplinary action form" is required in addition to everything else. Should I call Ms. Taylor and ask? I never got into any sort of trouble in my life, so thats kinda odd lol.
Did you check the box in the app regarding academic probation? Attach a screenshot of what it says if you don’t mind.
 
Did you check the box in the app regarding academic probation? Attach a screenshot of what it says if you don’t mind.

Lol no, I'm 100% sure I didn't click those boxes. Never even got a parking ticket in my life. In addition to all the requirements, it says "Disciplinary Action Form" is required. The portal doesn't seem to update because I sent all the items like 2 weeks ago. I think someone in the forum mentioned that it just means that I need to send a copy of my drivers licence. So hopefully that's all it is.

Why do you ask? Do you have the same thing showing?
 

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Hey guys do you know how to send in official mcat scores? do you have to mail the scores or send it to mrs.tracy in an email? thanks
 
Lol no, I'm 100% sure I didn't click those boxes. Never even got a parking ticket in my life. In addition to all the requirements, it says "Disciplinary Action Form" is required. The portal doesn't seem to update because I sent all the items like 2 weeks ago. I think someone in the forum mentioned that it just means that I need to send a copy of my drivers licence. So hopefully that's all it is.

Why do you ask? Do you have the same thing showing?
No i haven’t submitted my app yet. Was just curious what would trigger that but i believe it may be because they haven’t updates your materials in their system yet.
 
No i haven’t submitted my app yet. Was just curious what would trigger that but i believe it may be because they haven’t updates your materials in their system yet.

They said it was a system error, so thats a relief. But now they lost my LORs which i sent by overnight delivery with signature 2 weeks ago through Interfolio. Do they allow LORs to be sent by email? If so, who can I send it to?
 
They said it was a system error, so thats a relief. But now they lost my LORs which i sent by overnight delivery with signature 2 weeks ago through Interfolio. Do they allow LORs to be sent by email? If so, who can I send it to?
I sent mine through Interfolio to [email protected]. They were checked off on the materials list in the portal.
 
My folder updates to say

The Admissions Committee has made a decision on your application. You will receive an official letter in the mail within 30 days.

Does that mean a rejection?
 
My folder updates to say

The Admissions Committee has made a decision on your application. You will receive an official letter in the mail within 30 days.

Does that mean a rejection?
Not necessarily, you will find out in the letter. Do you mind sharing your stats? that might give us a good idea if you’re in
 
Hey guys! Got some good news today! A few of us got together to hang out before going home for summer and I've heard that the number of people that have officially been accepted to the medical school is somewhere around 30 of the original 36 that interviewed! They all showed a large improvement in their performance during the spring semester. Most of the other 6 that did not get the acceptance at LECOM got accepted to other schools.

I still think that program GPA is the biggest factor, then interview/professionalism in the program, then MCAT/AIS. Good luck and I'm always snooping on SDN if you have a question.
 
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