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moony22 said:
Does anyone know if they send rejections out in waves as well? I am really confused about how their process works. I know some people have been rejected without an interview so far so it doesn't make sense to me why they wouldn't just send rejections out all at once.
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Last year I was rejected mid February
 
biomajor2019 said:
I’ll chime in to the clinical year conversation to say that a major part of why I chose LMU over the other schools I was accepted to was because of clinical year. I worked with a veterinarian who didn’t seem fond of the idea, either, but I think it’s just because it’s different. They didn’t know or train LMU grads, they just knew what they read about it.
It really works for our students. We’re taught throughout our curriculum how to be “Day 1 ready” veterinarians, and then we have the opportunity to go out and do clinical rotations in areas we want to eventually work in! I personally want to move back to New England, and there’s plenty of opportunity there for rotations. I have some classmates who have expressed interest in using clinical year to travel the country and see where they want to end up after graduation, etc. Our fourth years get lots of hands on opportunities including surgeries at our clinical sites. I remember seeing a fourth year post back in October that she had done almost 200 surgeries (or somewhere near that) ranging from spay/neuter, enucleations, amputations, etc just in her first six months out on rotations!
I wouldn’t let what other DVMs say fully sway you away from our school just because it’s different. A LOT of companies and speakers come to our school and they speak about how highly they value their LMU grads because of the way we are trained. We receive in-depth client communication, leadership, conflict resolution, mental health, etc training each semester, starting semester 1, so we are well trained on having those difficult conversations that you see people posting about not knowing or feeling comfortable how to have. We have so many models that we can practice skills on 24/7 in our clinical skills facilities, so we can practice catheter placement, ophthalmic exams, you name it, it all times of the night. I could go on and on, but I’ll just leave it at that if you choose LMU, you WILL receive an outstanding education. I know people at other schools, too, who feel the same so this is not to bash the traditional schools, but if you learn in a very hands-on manner, then I think you’ll love LMU.
You get hands on with the animals your first semester and even if you’ve never touched a cow or horse before, you’ll finish up first semester feeling confident handling and performing full physical exams on cows, horses, and dogs. That was so important to me as someone who came in with minimal large animal experience to get so much hands-on opportunity early on!
I clearly could go on and on, but don’t knock LMU’s way of doing things until you try it we’re on break this weekend so feel free to reply to this with any questions and I’ll try to get back to you!
(Ps I do not know anything about admissions statuses so don’t ask about that! Lol)
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I will also second this with the clinical year conversation. One thing I am most excited about is the opportunity to NETWORK during my clinical year. Often it isn't what you know, it is who you know. This makes a significant difference in the working world. Being given the opportunity to travel throughout the country, make connections with hundreds of people, and experience different ways of practicing medicine will only make me a better doctor. Not only that, I will have even more resources and connections as a new grad (and experienced vet in the future) for help with cases, advice, letters of recommendation, etc.

In reference to how we receive clinical skill instruction, I am finishing my first semester of the program and have already completed full physical exams on horses, cattle, and dogs. We have numerous hands-on opportunities, and our lecture professors are constantly relating our coursework back to relevant clinical information.

I am originally from Minnesota and understand how scary and difficult it is to move away from home, away from your friends and family. Change is hard, and change is scary but I can wholeheartedly say that this change has been incredible for me. I have built another family here and I don't regret my decision one bit. We even have a classmate from Hawaii. Keep in mind that you are not alone.

In reference to the fears of it being last minute... I attended LMU for my master's degree. I found out that I was accepted 3 weeks before orientation and was able to find an off-campus apartment THE SAME DAY I was accepted. I had to pack up and move my entire life (including pets) from MN to TN and I'm happy I did. I now have the opportunity to continue pursuing my dream and am surrounded by one of the best support systems I've ever had. Plus, there are plenty of people here willing and ready to help you if you need it!
Everyone, INCLUDING the administration and professors, want you all to succeed. Yes, there are several unknowns, but such is life! We roll with the punches and make the best out of this short life we have to live! The problems we face now will seem so insignificant when we are all DVMs. Keep your heads high, keep pushing through and everything will work out the way it is supposed to!!! Believe in yourself.
 
The wait for an acceptance or a rejection is killing me. Especially seeing people being accepted within 1.5 weeks of their interview and I’m going on 3 weeks and haven’t heard anything. Am I overthinking this or are they just being inconsistent? I interviewed on 11/14 and had some technical issues so I’m terrified they’re going to hold that against me but I really have a hard time believing they actually would hold that against someone.
 
Aaron_Anthony said:
The wait for an acceptance or a rejection is killing me. Especially seeing people being accepted within 1.5 weeks of their interview and I’m going on 3 weeks and haven’t heard anything. Am I overthinking this or are they just being inconsistent? I interviewed on 11/14 and had some technical issues so I’m terrified they’re going to hold that against me but I really have a hard time believing they actually would hold that against someone.
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Are you waiting for the spring cohort acceptance? If not youre overthinking it. People hear in 1.5 weeks cuz they're for spring. Obviously fall acceptance will come later. It doesn't make sense to accept fall students this early
 
Futubet431 said:
Are you waiting for the spring cohort acceptance? If not youre overthinking it. People hear in 1.5 weeks cuz they're for spring. Obviously fall acceptance will come later. It doesn't make sense to accept fall students this early
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It was never mentioned to me that I was interviewing for spring or fall unless I missed it somewhere in an email. I assumed it was for spring?
 
Aaron_Anthony said:
It was never mentioned to me that I was interviewing for spring or fall unless I missed it somewhere in an email. I assumed it was for spring?
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Really?! I thought people wanting to start spring had to click the link they sent out to reschedule (or select spring as their preference). I think if you didn't do anything then it's for fall!!
 
Futubet431 said:
Really?! I thought people wanting to start spring had to click the link they sent out to reschedule (or select spring as their preference). I think if you didn't do anything then it's for fall!!
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I never saw an email offering that. I did get an email saying that they were no longer offering a choice of cohort in fear of not filling spring fully and accepting too many for fall. The only emails I have gotten from them in order was the invite for an interview, the update in choice of cohort and then the post interview feedback survey.
 
Futubet431 said:
Really?! I thought people wanting to start spring had to click the link they sent out to reschedule (or select spring as their preference). I think if you didn't do anything then it's for fall!!
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they sent out an email a few weeks ago that if we are accepted within 1-8 weeks after the interview then it will be for spring ONLY. If you deny spring then you are placed back in the applicant pool for fall.
 
According to the Facebook group for the silver cohort there is about 50 members which definitely not accurate but the class is following slowly but surely. I'm staring to think it will be January before the fall class hears back.
 
febreeze3 said:
According to the Facebook group for the silver cohort there is about 50 members which definitely not accurate but the class is following slowly but surely. I'm staring to think it will be January before the fall class hears back.
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Considering the silver cohort starts beginning of Jan. I hope we should be expecting them at most in late December!
 
DS2000 said:
Considering the silver cohort starts beginning of Jan. I hope we should be expecting them at most in late December!
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I am hopeful too! I figured there were students in the masters program at LMU that also applied to their vet school. I hope many of them were accepted for the Silver Cohort. This would be an easier transition for those!
 
febreeze3 said:
According to the Facebook group for the silver cohort there is about 50 members which definitely not accurate but the class is following slowly but surely. I'm staring to think it will be January before the fall class hears back.
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This is actually pretty close to the number they emailed us on how many have enrolled for spring.

In the past the majority of the fall class haven't heard until February-March. This timeline may change this year but only a few (50) tend to hear back in December for fall. Now since they already have people accepted for fall before they took away the choice this might change but don't be discouraged if you don't hear back in January
 
How many have they accepted for fall?
 
MMLJT3 said:
I am hopeful too! I figured there were students in the masters program at LMU that also applied to their vet school. I hope many of them were accepted for the Silver Cohort. This would be an easier transition for those!
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Only a very small hand of the master students, including myself, have been accepted. There may be more when we finish this semester in 2 weeks.
 
I reached out to admissions about visiting campus in December and they said they would be doing tours on Dec9 and are prioritizing the spring class. Is anyone planning on going? (I’m a fall applicant)
 
lbcsg1030 said:
I reached out to admissions about visiting campus in December and they said they would be doing tours on Dec9 and are prioritizing the spring class. Is anyone planning on going? (I’m a fall applicant)
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I was offered a visit (and went) in November and I am only eligible for the fall class. I would highly recommend to go to figure out the campus, figure out towns near by, etc. I also used to time how long it is from my home town.
 
I interviewed on 11/14 and just got an email about spring tours? Am I overthinking this? I haven't gotten any other response after my interview except for this.
 
Spatel1998 said:
I interviewed on 11/14 and just got an email about spring tours? Am I overthinking this? I haven't gotten any other response after my interview except for this.
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I was interviewed on 10/31 and the dates offered were before 11/14! They told us that those were the only dates offered during the fall term. I would not worry!
 
Just registered for the Jan 6th tour! i’m excited to see the campus and hopefully some of you guys!
If any current students have any suggestions on where to visit while i’m there, i would love to know!
 
Ugh I haven’t heard a peep from LMU
 
MayaFaye said:
Have you not received the general emails for like info sessions and in person tours?
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I've got links for the info sessions but no in-person tours. The last I really heard from them was at the end of September
 
elwr99 said:
Ugh I haven’t heard a peep from LMU
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I wouldn’t worry yet! I was only eligible for fall whenever I received an interview, BUT I had received my interview before they were approved for the spring cohort. Whenever I visited, they had told us that they are literally shifting everything to try to get the spring cohort filled. LMU is known for having interviews and acceptances out longer than others WITHOUT the spring cohort, so that process may be pushed a little farther back.

Good vibes heading everyones way! We got this!!!
 
elwr99 said:
Nope! Last I heard was end of September I believe.
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I would reach out to the admissions team if I were you; I have received five general information emails since Sept 23rd. You should be getting those regardless of your app status.
 
vetmedhopeful416 said:
i’m sorry, keep your head up. was it rejection for both cohorts?
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I only would have qualified for fall because I still have to take biochemistry in the spring. So it was a fall rejection. I have been interviewed for a couple of other places so far and am waiting to hear back. But this is my 4th rejection. And I am still waiting to hear from 6 other schools. Hopefully one of those comes through otherwise I guess I'll apply again.
 
moony22 said:
I only would have qualified for fall because I still have to take biochemistry in the spring. So it was a fall rejection. I have been interviewed for a couple of other places so far and am waiting to hear back. But this is my 4th rejection. And I am still waiting to hear from 6 other schools. Hopefully one of those comes through otherwise I guess I'll apply again.
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I would definitely ask for file reviews!!! Keeping my fingers crossed for you while you wait to hear back from the other 6!
 
moony22 said:
Does anyone know if they send rejections out in waves as well? I am really confused about how their process works. I know some people have been rejected without an interview so far so it doesn't make sense to me why they wouldn't just send rejections out all at once.
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I have to agree, how this whole process works for each school seems more difficult than it should be. Do you mind me asking when you submitted your application? I have still not heard anything either; rejection or interview invite.
 
woofers7 said:
Congrats, I'm sure you will get into fall! I am checking my email every five minutes now for an update.
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When did you interview? Mine was 11/14 and the wait is making so anxious, especially seeing others get an acceptance email.
 
Aaron_Anthony said:
When did you interview? Mine was 11/14 and the wait is making so anxious, especially seeing others get an acceptance email.
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My interview was 10/26, still waiting, I suppose they go by sending offers to applicants with better stats, then to the next group and the next … until it’s me
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Aaron_Anthony said:
When did you interview? Mine was 11/14 and the wait is making so anxious, especially seeing others get an acceptance email.
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I also interviewed on 11/14 as well, but honestly, I knew that our group will have to wait longer due to Thanksgiving break. It was just unfortunate timing lol. I am anxious as well because I would hate to receive news after week 8... because that would be in January lol. But it's the rules of the game. :shrug:
 
akloske95 said:
I have to agree, how this whole process works for each school seems more difficult than it should be. Do you mind me asking when you submitted your application? I have still not heard anything either; rejection or interview invite.
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I submitted on the last day and haven’t hear anything back yet☹️
 
woofers7 said:
I am thinking that too. They did say that they might send out more interviews in January. I think that they are waiting to see what the pick they first choose to interview will say and then if they are rejecting the Spring offer then they will move on to their next group. I can't imagine the stress they are going through now trying to fill in a class last minute. I have a feeling that they are discussing decisions right now, my ears are ringing. 🤣
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So I guess if I haven’t receive an interview offer yet that means my stats/ranking is lower than the group who interviewed. And they’ll get back to me when they finished with the interviewed group for either more offers in January or rejects🥲 I see they are also sending rejects simultaneously, I wonder how they decide to reject someone 😫this is rly frustrating
 
Sally Jin said:
So I guess if I haven’t receive an interview offer yet that means my stats/ranking is lower than the group who interviewed. And they’ll get back to me when they finished with the interviewed group for either more offers in January or rejects🥲 I see they are also sending rejects simultaneously, I wonder how they decide to reject someone 😫this is rly frustrating
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The interview process at LMU doesn’t go by grades/stats. I had one of the first interview spots last year and know people with better stats that interviewed after me or even got rejected. Just because you haven’t received an invite yet doesn’t mean that your stats are “worse” or that they aren’t considering you!
 
yelenaMV said:
My interview was 10/26, still waiting, I suppose they go by sending offers to applicants with better stats, then to the next group and the next … until it’s me
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I interviewed on the same day and I’m still waiting to hear back
 
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