Liberty University COM (LUCOM) Discussion Thread 2013-2014

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Had just walked out of my dcom int and noticed an ii here lol
 
mud91 said:
Hopefully not too many....seems like they screen hard before sending secondaries and even harder for ii. Have you gotten any email other than the scheduling confirmation?
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Hopefully that translates into an acceptance!
 
I am interviewing here next week. Please let us know the format of the interview, types of questions asked, how long it lasted etc. You guys were the guinea pigs 👍
 
I got an ii yesterday as well I tried to email them about what specific dates are available but they haven't gotten back to me. So, is it all the month of November and we just choose any day that's a Monday Tuesday or Thursday? It wasn't totally clear to me
 
Hunterthekidd said:
I got an ii yesterday as well I tried to email them about what specific dates are available but they haven't gotten back to me. So, is it all the month of November and we just choose any day that's a Monday Tuesday or Thursday? It wasn't totally clear to me
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That's so weird. You and the other person. They gave me three specific dates from which to choose.
 
Hunterthekidd said:
I got an ii yesterday as well I tried to email them about what specific dates are available but they haven't gotten back to me. So, is it all the month of November and we just choose any day that's a Monday Tuesday or Thursday? It wasn't totally clear to me
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They got back to me. They have several in October as well. I chose nov 4
 
Hunterthekidd said:
I got an ii yesterday as well I tried to email them about what specific dates are available but they haven't gotten back to me. So, is it all the month of November and we just choose any day that's a Monday Tuesday or Thursday? It wasn't totally clear to me
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I just emailed them the first one of those days that worked for me, which happens to be in october... they were able to confirm that date (via email) within minutes.. Maybe you should try calling them?
 
postbacpremed87 said:
Those who have interviewed...please tell us everything about it
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I don't think they had interviews this week but I could be wrong. I signed up for October 21st. Did any of you guys get an email with hotel info, interview day schedule, etc.? I talked to Brian yesterday when I was scheduling my interview and he said he'd be sending out an email with extra info.
 
JC719 said:
I don't think they had interviews this week but I could be wrong. I signed up for October 21st. Did any of you guys get an email with hotel info, interview day schedule, etc.? I talked to Brian yesterday when I was scheduling my interview and he said he'd be sending out an email with extra info.
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I think there were a few this week...read back through. I think verynice got one.
 
JC719 said:
I don't think they had interviews this week but I could be wrong. I signed up for October 21st. Did any of you guys get an email with hotel info, interview day schedule, etc.? I talked to Brian yesterday when I was scheduling my interview and he said he'd be sending out an email with extra info.
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The admissions coordinator said the hotels closest to their location are the Kirkley, Sleep Inn, Super 8, and the Extended Stay. He also said he will be sending out a detailed itinerary for the day of the interview along with other information that may be helpful. We will need to be at the office at 9:00
 
I also got the email back for all of next weeks dates and I chose Monday the 14th.
 
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As an FP DO --reading through these posts have brought back many memories for me when I applied 20 + years ago to DO school. And I just want to say that I wish each and everyone of you success with getting into Liberty or any of the other DO schools for that matter. You will all get there eventually. And I promise you.. that in the end it will be worth it. No regrets! Best of Luck!
My daughter is applying here this cycle as well and if possible I would like any feedback that any of you have about this school. Take care and if there is something I can help answer for you or questions you have about the DO profession please PM me. I don't mind. ;-) I have med students rotating with me all the time and I will do what I can to help answer your questions. Thanks again
 
DocMonty said:
As an FP DO --reading through these posts have brought back many memories for me when I applied 20 + years ago to DO school. And I just want to say that I wish each and everyone of you success with getting into Liberty or any of the other DO schools for that matter. You will all get there eventually. And I promise you.. that in the end it will be worth it. No regrets! Best of Luck!
My daughter is applying here this cycle as well and if possible I would like any feedback that any of you have about this school. Take care and if there is something I can help answer for you or questions you have about the DO profession please PM me. I don't mind. ;-) I have med students rotating with me all the time and I will do what I can to help answer your questions. Thanks again
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Wow thanks. Good luck to your daughter. I have a question on your opinion. I have heard that liberty, being a creationist school, may have some trouble preparing students for boards. Apparently because of the embryology class... I really don't know, but this is why students are slightly worried about liberty. Do you think liberty would do this? It seems to me like that would be a bad business model. They should prepare students like all the other schools. Thanks
 
4000 primaries, 500 interviews, 150 seats.

That is what we were told

I assume they will accept roughly 300 students

The interview was verynice 😉 they took us around the LU campus and showed us the available amenities. They are sticking hard to their conservative Christian heritage and stated that blatantly during the introduction. The medical school is not yet finished but certainly looks prestigious as it sits atop a hill overlooking the blue ridge mountains. I got some hard questions during my interview, so be prepared to be challenged.

Overall, I enjoyed the tour but there were a few cons I saw. Firstly, they really want people to practice in Virginia. All rotations will be in the same hospital/clinic through the duration of year 3 and 4 from what I gathered. Also, they are not going to pursue any type of research for at least 3-4 years.
 
verynice said:
The interview was verynice 😉 they took us around the LU campus and showed us the available amenities. They are sticking hard to their conservative Christian heritage and stated that blatantly during the introduction. The medical school is not yet finished but certainly looks prestigious as it sits atop a hill overlooking the blue ridge mountains. I got some hard questions during my interview, so be prepared to be challenged.
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what time were you guys done by?
 
verynice said:
4000 primaries, 500 interviews, 150 seats.

That is what we were told

I assume they will accept roughly 300 students

The interview was verynice 😉 they took us around the LU campus and showed us the available amenities. They are sticking hard to their conservative Christian heritage and stated that blatantly during the introduction. The medical school is not yet finished but certainly looks prestigious as it sits atop a hill overlooking the blue ridge mountains. I got some hard questions during my interview, so be prepared to be challenged.

Overall, I enjoyed the tour but there were a few cons I saw. Firstly, they really want people to practice in Virginia. All rotations will be in the same hospital/clinic through the duration of year 3 and 4 from what I gathered. Also, they are not going to pursue any type of research for at least 3-4 years.
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Is the town nice? Wow you were the first group so I'm surprised they grilled you
 
verynice said:
4000 primaries, 500 interviews, 150 seats.

That is what we were told

I assume they will accept roughly 300 students

The interview was verynice 😉 they took us around the LU campus and showed us the available amenities. They are sticking hard to their conservative Christian heritage and stated that blatantly during the introduction. The medical school is not yet finished but certainly looks prestigious as it sits atop a hill overlooking the blue ridge mountains. I got some hard questions during my interview, so be prepared to be challenged.

Overall, I enjoyed the tour but there were a few cons I saw. Firstly, they really want people to practice in Virginia. All rotations will be in the same hospital/clinic through the duration of year 3 and 4 from what I gathered. Also, they are not going to pursue any type of research for at least 3-4 years.
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Did you just report to their office at the mall? Also, how many interviewers were there and how long did each interview last? Were the interviews close-file or open-file? Sorry for many questions but it would be great if you could provide more details about the interview format!
 
What do you mean challenged? What types of questions does that refer to?

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trippenlatin said:
What do you mean grill? What types of questions does that refer to?

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Why don't you have 3 million hours of research?
You know, hard questions that aren't basic
 
wjs010 said:
Wow thanks. Good luck to your daughter. I have a question on your opinion. I have heard that liberty, being a creationist school, may have some trouble preparing students for boards. Apparently because of the embryology class... I really don't know, but this is why students are slightly worried about liberty. Do you think liberty would do this? It seems to me like that would be a bad business model. They should prepare students like all the other schools. Thanks
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What have u heard about the embryology course?
 
touchpause13 said:
What have u heard about the embryology course?
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I'm in the Facebook group and most of the people were so worried about applying to lucom. When I asked why, someone said there are a fee key classes that prepare you for boards that may be dangerous if you go to lucom.
Embryo was one of them.

Tbh, I don't see why they would include creationism in the actual curriculum. If I'm a school starter, my business model is gonna be centered around great board scores. I don't see why lucom would include the young earth stuff in there, and I don't think they will. I could be wrong of course.
 
4000 applicants? I find that hard to believe, unless they're taking 2k from their parent institution.
 
wjs010 said:
I'm in the Facebook group and most of the people were so worried about applying to lucom. When I asked why, someone said there are a fee key classes that prepare you for boards that may be dangerous if you go to lucom.
Embryo was one of them.

Tbh, I don't see why they would include creationism in the actual curriculum. If I'm a school starter, my business model is gonna be centered around great board scores. I don't see why lucom would include the young earth stuff in there, and I don't think they will. I could be wrong of course.
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In the academic catalog there is no classes in the curriculum on embryology or the young earth creationism.
 
touchpause13 said:
Thats terrifying. Isnt embryo on the COMLEX??
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Yes and step. I'm not saying they are going to tweak the curriculum. They would not be smart to change the way students prepare for a national board exam. I don't think applicants have anything to worry about.
 
Guess I'll blow up this thread with more questions...what hotel did you guys stay or are planning to stay at? I'm trying to find ones that have shuttles to and from the airport and ideally to campus as well.
 
Has anyone who received an ii earlier this week heard back from emailing them? I'm hoping I sent it to the right address!
 
Conservative Christian. The founder of Liberty University was a southern baptist whose goal was to create quality Christian education.
 
So. I've done a bit of digging, because well that's what I do. Here is what I have come up with for the code of conduct. When I went to the LUCOM website I found the academic catalog and looked up code of conduct. This is what I found:

Academic Conduct and Personal Code of Honor polices are consistent with Liberty University
and its graduate programs and are described in the LUCOM Student Handbook
source: http://www.liberty.edu/media/1290/pdfs/LUCOM_Catalog_2013-2014_2.pdf

So everyone in LU has to follow the same code of honor (called the liberty way). Tried to find it on their main campus website - nada, couldn't get in without a student username and password. Seems a bit odd right? So I look for a PDF online and I can't seem to get my hands on a complete copy. I did find snippets though and for those who are interested this is what I got:

Movies

Liberty University has always attempted to maintain a conservative standard in its approach to the arts and entertainment. Current policy for movie viewing allows for attendance at theaters but prohibits viewing of movies rated “R”, “NC-17” or “X”. The penalty for viewing such movies is a reprimandable offense. It should be remembered that in no way is Liberty University endorsing the movie industry’s rating system as appropriate or Christ-honoring. In addition, the Division of Student Affairs will continue teaching guidelines and principles to students related to all forms of entertainment. This would mean that many “PG-13” and some “PG” movies, although not prohibited by policy, may also be inappropriate.

Video Games

The playing of video games that are “A” and “RP” -rated is not permitted, and is a reprimandable offense. The playing of “EC”, “E”, and “T”-rated games are permitted but should be played with discretion. Any “M” -rated games with descriptors indicating any sexual content, alcohol/drug content, or strong language are not permitted, and is a reprimandable offense. “M” -rated games depicting violence will be at the discretion of Resident Directors. Liberty University refers to the Bible for all moral standards.
http://saveandrewgarib.com/?page=templates/article&articleid=333
http://www.dailykos.com/story/2012/05/11/1090946/-Liberty-University-s-The-Liberty-Way-exposed
 
touchpause13 said:
So. I've done a bit of digging, because well that's what I do. Here is what I have come up with for the code of conduct. When I went to the LUCOM website I found the academic catalog and looked up code of conduct. This is what I found:

Academic Conduct and Personal Code of Honor polices are consistent with Liberty University
and its graduate programs and are described in the LUCOM Student Handbook
source: http://www.liberty.edu/media/1290/pdfs/LUCOM_Catalog_2013-2014_2.pdf

So everyone in LU has to follow the same code of honor (called the liberty way). Tried to find it on their main campus website - nada, couldn't get in without a student username and password. Seems a bit odd right? So I look for a PDF online and I can't seem to get my hands on a complete copy. I did find snippets though and for those who are interested this is what I got:

Movies

Liberty University has always attempted to maintain a conservative standard in its approach to the arts and entertainment. Current policy for movie viewing allows for attendance at theaters but prohibits viewing of movies rated “R”, “NC-17” or “X”. The penalty for viewing such movies is a reprimandable offense. It should be remembered that in no way is Liberty University endorsing the movie industry’s rating system as appropriate or Christ-honoring. In addition, the Division of Student Affairs will continue teaching guidelines and principles to students related to all forms of entertainment. This would mean that many “PG-13” and some “PG” movies, although not prohibited by policy, may also be inappropriate.

Video Games

The playing of video games that are “A” and “RP” -rated is not permitted, and is a reprimandable offense. The playing of “EC”, “E”, and “T”-rated games are permitted but should be played with discretion. Any “M” -rated games with descriptors indicating any sexual content, alcohol/drug content, or strong language are not permitted, and is a reprimandable offense. “M” -rated games depicting violence will be at the discretion of Resident Directors. Liberty University refers to the Bible for all moral standards.
http://saveandrewgarib.com/?page=templates/article&articleid=333
http://www.dailykos.com/story/2012/05/11/1090946/-Liberty-University-s-The-Liberty-Way-exposed
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I literally almost spit out my gum laughing at this. Lol. Question is, how in the world would they ever find out what anybody does in their personal lives?
 
str8cashhomie said:
In the academic catalog there is no classes in the curriculum on embryology or the young earth creationism.
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Y'all need to do a little more research before freaking out about pre-clinical coursework. Their classes seem up to par with most D.O. school curricula...and if it really bothers you just ask the faculty during your interview.

According to the catalog:

"Osteopathic principles and concepts will be discussed, integrated, and applied along with the
interdisciplinary discussion and application of traditional biomedical sciences including
molecular and cellular biology, biochemistry, embryology, anatomy, histology, physiology,
microbiology and immunology, pathology, and pharmacology."

"A study of traditional medical science disciplines
(molecular and cellular biology, genetics, biochemistry, developmental biology and
embryology, histology, anatomy, physiology, microbiology and immunology, pathology,
and pharmacology) are integrated into the system-based courses."
 
ninjaman22 said:
Dammit! I am Muslim, and I am pretty sure I won't even get a secondary from here now.
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If they don't want muslims there you probably wouldn't feel happy there anyways
 
Can anyone tell me if the secondary actually asks your religion?
 
Yes it does. Why is it such a big deal? People just put other if you want
 
wjs010 said:
Yes it does. Why is it such a big deal? People just put other if you want
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Because no other school (to my knowledge) asks this. Think about that for a second.
 
I spoke to them and they wanted me to apply but with all their rotations bwing in virginia, most likely u will do residency and become licensed in virginia. I lived in virginia area for some time so it is alright but I rathe be at Cali or NY. We will see...
 
wjs010 said:
Wow thanks. Good luck to your daughter. I have a question on your opinion. I have heard that liberty, being a creationist school, may have some trouble preparing students for boards. Apparently because of the embryology class... I really don't know, but this is why students are slightly worried about liberty. Do you think liberty would do this? It seems to me like that would be a bad business model. They should prepare students like all the other schools. Thanks
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Hi WJS, Thanks and good luck to you.

LOL!!! I hope the embryology problem is a joke😀

I doubt very seriously that they would not teach embryology in a standard fashion. Seriously! I don't think you have anything to worry about honestly.
Their student's board scores would take a serious hit if they did I think!?!?

Anyway, the student code seems pretty strict. It reminds me of BYU or schools like that, although perhaps that is for living on campus vs off? Not too sure.

Anyone on the forum here know?
 
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