LSU - What have you heard?

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Hi. This is my first time posting anything. I was just looking for some info. I sent in my supp application the Mon. before thanksgiving and am just waiting to hear back from the school. I was wondering if someone could let me know if being asked to send in the supplemental application means that I am definately going to get an interview or if it is still not guarenteed. I am really nervous and can't stop checking my e-mail every 10 seconds. I am an in-state resident.

It is not guaranteed. But keep your hopes high and good luck!

Mud
 
Ok, so some info from my interview.

Dr. Ritchie said they accepted 36 people on Dec 1st.

Be early! One person was on time or a little late and we were all sitting around waiting.

1st is a little intro talk. Then you do the chalk. It is not too bad, just practice. Then you split and go into two groups. Half do the one on one Profile Interview and the others go on a tour. Then you switch. The one on one is the questions talked about above. There are some "ethics" ones that are added. Not to bad. Then lunch with students where they will tell you the 3 on 1 is nothing. Well, it is not bad, but it wasn't just sitting around talking about football or something. They ask about your low points, so be prepared.

Dr. Ritchie told us the committee was meeting on Mon Dec 6th and we could call him that day after 2. So he should tell you when the committee meets so you can call to find out your fate (Acc/Deferred/Rej). Very stressfull phone call to say the least.

It is still not real yet, but I am accepted to LSU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Good luck to everyone.

Mud
 
Congrats, Mud! Very excited for you. I noticed on AADSAS that LSU has sent my acceptance letter. We are going to be dentist!!
 
Congrats Mud and Ninja! See you guys soon! :laugh:
 
Wow, Congrats to everybody!!!! Hope to see u guys soon 🙂
 
i interviewed in oct. and was accepted shortly thereafter as well...congrats to everyone!
 
congrats to all of you who got accepted! my interview is on the 17th, any tips? also, how many people are invited per interview?
 
congrats to all of you who got accepted! my interview is on the 17th, any tips? also, how many people are invited per interview?

Congrats on the interview invite! See my post above for the breakdown of the interview day. Practice your chalk. Dr. Ritchie said they have already had someone who did not get in because of their chalk. You don't have to be perfect, but if you have never practiced, it can be deal breaker. There are 8 people invited to interview each Friday. On the first page of this thread, there is a link to some interview questions that are asked in the 1 on 1 interview. Good Luck!

Mud
 
Congrats to Ninja, RDH, Dream, Carodent and rg2010! This time next year, we will all be done with our first semester of Dental School!

Mud
 
Thanks Mud 🙂 and a quick question, did u receive an email from : studentedition.certiphi with the subject: Reminder, background check consent request? I deleted at first glance 'cuz I thought it's a scam then when I read some threads on here, they said it's legit. Did you completed it yet and was LSU on the list of the schools that requires background check? I still feel very uneasy about this email. Thanks again!
 
I got the same email yesterday but dont remember getting it the first time so i thought it was a little questionable as well. Especially when i logged in and it said to pay $150! I am calling Mrs. Ritchie this afternoon to ask about it. And congrats to everyone getting in and getting interviews!
 
I just talked to Mrs. Pat and she said LSU does not require the background check and unless you applied to another school that requires it that you are interested in attending there is no reason to pay. And also there is a facebook page for us! she said to search LSUSD Class of 2015 and they will be putting info up on that for us!
 
Thank you so much! I have been carving, a little nervous!! Hope im in your class!!! I wonder how many people are accepted so far?!

Congrats on the interview invite! See my post above for the breakdown of the interview day. Practice your chalk. Dr. Ritchie said they have already had someone who did not get in because of their chalk. You don't have to be perfect, but if you have never practiced, it can be deal breaker. There are 8 people invited to interview each Friday. On the first page of this thread, there is a link to some interview questions that are asked in the 1 on 1 interview. Good Luck!

Mud
 
Thanks so much for the informative info. Carodent🙂
 
Hey guys congrats to those above who have been accepted and good luck with the upcoming interview. I was also accepted and when dropping off my deposit was told that there are currently 51 or so accepted. I was told that there will be about 50 people competing for the final spots. At my interview a girl mentioned that she was told by Dr. Ritchie that there would be interviews up until Dec 17. Then two more interview groups following the break. Good luck to those still with interviews!!!
 
Dream, I never got the first email or the second reminder email. I only received the error email yesterday. I then got on SDN to see Carodent's post. Thanks for calling and posting Carodent.

Congrats tigertooth and thanks for the update.

Mud
 
Oh man, hearing all of these stats is making nervous!!! lol. :scared:
 
I have a quick question if you dont mind, were there any political questions asked during your interview?

Dream, I never got the first email or the second reminder email. I only received the error email yesterday. I then got on SDN to see Carodent's post. Thanks for calling and posting Carodent.

Congrats tigertooth and thanks for the update.

Mud
 
Not that I remember, just ethical scenarios. For example, there was nothing on healthcare reform or Medicare reimbursement. Just be prepared for questions about your low points (ie. low grade in "X", low DAT section, etc.). Good luck!

Mud
 
I was wondering if anyone was able to find the Facebook group for the class of 2015. I saw it mentioned above and I was also told about it by Mrs. Ritchie at the dental school but couldn't find it. They may not have set it up yet.
 
I found the facebook group already. You just need to search :LSUSD only and it will pop up. I tried typing LSUSD 2015 but it didn't show. There are currently 12 members on there.
 
CONGRATS MELNADO AND PALIGIRL!!!! See you guys soon!
 
Congrats Melnado and Paligirl!
 
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