Marian University (MU-COM) Discussion Thread 2013 - 2014

[Hvilledoc]

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got a sooner interview for 02/08,,, hope that increases my chances

 

[ToKingdomCome]

For waitlisted, anything else we can do aside from sending the letter of intent?

 

[MU COM]

For waitlisted, anything else we can do aside from sending the letter of intent?

For those placed on the alternate list, we only accept an electronic letter of intent sent to Bryan at [email protected]. No other updates, unless you send them to AACOMAS.

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[BuddyTheElf]

I'm a little worried because I got an ii Dec. 13th but didn't get an email...I just checked my status online and saw my invite! I scheduled my interview for Mar. 14th because it's the earliest open. I'm worried that it might be too late?? Anyone else have this problem?

You can ask to be put on a list for immediate openings if someone cancels their interview last minute. It's weird that you didn't get an email. Did you check your junk mail? (I used to check my junk mail all the time when applying, you'd be surprised how many important emails went into there.)

 

[Ad4444]

got a sooner interview for 02/08,,, hope that increases my chances

Were you on the waitlist for an earlier date?

 

[Hvilledoc]

Were you on the waitlist for an earlier date?

Yes I was. 🙂 so glad it got moved up.

 

[Ad4444]

Yes I was. 🙂 so glad it got moved up.

Just realized we both asked to be put on the list on the same day so hopefully I'm next in line and another one opens up! Good luck to you!

 

[Hvilledoc]

Just realized we both asked to be put on the list on the same day so hopefully I'm next in line and another one opens up! Good luck to you!

Thank you. 🙂 good luck to you as well. hopefully you get moved up to my date so that we can meet during the interview

 

[Ad4444]

Thank you. 🙂 good luck to you as well. hopefully you get moved up to my date so that we can meet during the interview

Ha ya that'd be cool!

 

[MU COM]

MU-COM has an interview opening this weekend on Friday afternoon and Saturday morning. If you are interested, please contact Bryan at [email protected] as soon as possible, as the openings are first-come, first-serve.

Interviews are approximately 5 hours long.
· Friday (12 - 5:30 PM)
· Saturday (7:30 AM - 1 PM)

Thanks,
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[Indy118]

Hi everyone. I am a student at Marian COM, although I never post on SDN. I wanted to write a post expressing how thankful I am that I chose Marian University COM over my other acceptances. We are currently in our neuro block and each day I am increasingly impressed with the quality of our education. We have top neurologists from IU school of medicine who are ecstatic to be at our school guest lecturing. The entire community of healthcare professionals is so excited about our school, which is a wonderful thing. Our anatomy course 1st semester was the best class I have ever taken (taught by passionate professors who really understand the learning process) and it has greatly prepared us for neuroanatomy as well as OMM this block. I remember how hard it was to choose a medical school and everyday I am thankful that I decided to attend Marian COM.

 

[jellyfiche]

Hi everyone. I am a student at Marian COM, although I never post on SDN. I wanted to write a post expressing how thankful I am that I chose Marian University COM over my other acceptances. We are currently in our neuro block and each day I am increasingly impressed with the quality of our education. We have top neurologists from IU school of medicine who are ecstatic to be at our school guest lecturing. The entire community of healthcare professionals is so excited about our school, which is a wonderful thing. Our anatomy course 1st semester was the best class I have ever taken (taught by passionate professors who really understand the learning process) and it has greatly prepared us for neuroanatomy as well as OMM this block. I remember how hard it was to choose a medical school and everyday I am thankful that I decided to attend Marian COM.

That's wonderful to hear. I am actually curious about how the current students feel about the education and a post like this is really valuable to me.

Thank you.

 

[Mr Kenobi]

http://www.cnbc.com/id/101345258

 

[Wipeout416]

Would any one be comfortable saying which schools they picked Marian over? Just curious 🙂 may be in a similar situation

 

[Hvilledoc]

Hey guys, I know there are interviews going on this weekend and they interview two weekends out of each month. Does anyone know if the second weekend for interviews is next weekend?

thanks in advance!

 

[eternopy]

Would any one be comfortable saying which schools they picked Marian over? Just curious 🙂 may be in a similar situation

I am curious about this as well.

 

[Jnet389]

Would any one be comfortable saying which schools they picked Marian over? Just curious 🙂 may be in a similar situation

I guess I just don't understand why ths matters... everyone picks schools based on personal preferences. Pick the school you see yourself most comfortable attending whether it's based on location, facilities, interview day etc. That part is unique to you and you only.

 

[BuddyTheElf]

Hey guys, I know there are interviews going on this weekend and they interview two weekends out of each month. Does anyone know if the second weekend for interviews is next weekend?

thanks in advance!

I believe they are usually every other weekend. So I'd assume the next one will be in two weeks. (I think the first interviews this month were 2 weeks ago- first weekend of January... not positive though).

 

[MU COM]

Hey guys, I know there are interviews going on this weekend and they interview two weekends out of each month. Does anyone know if the second weekend for interviews is next weekend?

thanks in advance!

The next interviews are in 3 weeks on Feb 7th and 8th.

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[Hvilledoc]

The next interviews are in 3 weeks on Feb 7th and 8th.

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Thank you for the information. I appreciate it.

 

[Hvilledoc]

I believe they are usually every other weekend. So I'd assume the next one will be in two weeks. (I think the first interviews this month were 2 weeks ago- first weekend of January... not positive though).

Thanks buddy 🙂

 

[Ad4444]

Interviewed here yesterday and was very impressed! Anxious to hear back!

 

[Wipeout416]

I guess I just don't understand why ths matters... everyone picks schools based on personal preferences. Pick the school you see yourself most comfortable attending whether it's based on location, facilities, interview day etc. That part is unique to you and you only.

Personally every place I have been has impressed me. Unless I just haven't had a "lightbulb" moment.. but the only differences would be location really.

Tough decisions heh

 

[ChineseKid]

http://www.cnbc.com/id/101345258

Wow
Looking forward to this!

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[Jai S]

Is attending the accepted student open house on March 8th mandatory for students that have confirmed matriculation? What sort of information would be covered there that would otherwise not be conveyed through the regular updates/email?

 

[m1021]

Would any one be comfortable saying which schools they picked Marian over? Just curious 🙂 may be in a similar situation

For me, I loved the location of Marian, but the lack of study space, coffee shop/food, and slight emphasis on religion were reasons why I picked ACOM over Marian. To me, the schools were equally nice, and Marian was a better location.. but I liked all the side stuff ACOM offers. I also like the south, but that's just me. The other two schools I was debating between are out for numerous reasons, so it really came down to those two.

 

[DrMeows]

Is attending the accepted student open house on March 8th mandatory for students that have confirmed matriculation? What sort of information would be covered there that would otherwise not be conveyed through the regular updates/email?

No it's not mandatory. I went last year though and personally really liked it mainly because I met a lot of future classmates that are my friends right now. If you're a plane ride away maybe not worth it, but I was only a few hours so i definitely wanted to. I'd go if you could 🙂

 

[BuddyTheElf]

For me, I loved the location of Marian, but the lack of study space, coffee shop/food, and slight emphasis on religion were reasons why I picked ACOM over Marian. To me, the schools were equally nice, and Marian was a better location.. but I liked all the side stuff ACOM offers. I also like the south, but that's just me. The other two schools I was debating between are out for numerous reasons, so it really came down to those two.

Just wanted to point out there is NO emphasis on religion here. Please don't be spreading this inaccuracy. Yes, Marian is a catholic university and there are crosses/chapels & such. But none of that is pushed on you or is incorporated in the classroom. I am extremely non-religious and I have had no problems since attending Marian. Just wanted to point this out.

Personally every place I have been has impressed me. Unless I just haven't had a "lightbulb" moment.. but the only differences would be location really.
Tough decisions heh

I never had a lightbulb moment when interviewing. I actually made a pro's and con's list of all schools I was accepted at and made my decision that way. They all impressed me and all had good & bad things about the school or location. I know some people have an 'ah ha' moment, but for some of us, we didn't. Just figure out where you fit best. 🙂

 

[touchpause13]

I ended up choosing not to attend my interview to Marian this cycle but I was extremely impressed by them and I just want to point out that as an atheist I felt extremely comfortable there. Brian made it very clear that Marian is a med school at a Catholic university, NOT a Catholic med school.

 

[m1021]

Just wanted to point out there is NO emphasis on religion here. Please don't be spreading this inaccuracy. Yes, Marian is a catholic university and there are crosses/chapels & such. But none of that is pushed on you or is incorporated in the classroom. I am extremely non-religious and I have had no problems since attending Marian. Just wanted to point this out.

I wasn't spreading an inaccuracy. There is a chapel in the actual medical school, so whether they push it on you or not, you can't deny religion exists at the school. Honestly, it doesn't bother me too much, but when a decision comes down to tiny details, that's one of them for me. They made it a point to say religion didn't matter, which is great, and I don't look down on them per se for it being there.

 

[Jai S]

No it's not mandatory. I went last year though and personally really liked it mainly because I met a lot of future classmates that are my friends right now. If you're a plane ride away maybe not worth it, but I was only a few hours so i definitely wanted to. I'd go if you could 🙂

Thanks for the info. Do you remember how long the session was and what sort activities were done that day?

 

[BuddyTheElf]

Thanks for the info. Do you remember how long the session was and what sort activities were done that day?

It's pretty much an all day thing. They had a social event for us the evening before (it was at a trendy sushi bar- was a lot of fun!) and lots of students went out bar hopping and socializing after that. The actual event the next day included a lunch (that was fantastic- best cupcakes I've had in my life) and it lasted until around 4pm. It included a lot of info you already have received like curriculum stuff, but it was still nice to hear it again and see the school for a second time. Other stuff that day: parents/significant others allowed to check everything out, buy swag from the bookstore 😉 , see the campus again, listen to physician panelists, etc. This year you'll have the added benefit of meeting current students and chatting with them. It concluded with a small social hour (wine/beer/soda/appetizers). I think it is definitely worth attending if you can afford to. I lived about 8 hours away and drove there for it with my significant other. I used the weekend to do some house/apartment hunting as well.

 

[Mr Kenobi]

I wasn't spreading an inaccuracy. There is a chapel in the actual medical school, so whether they push it on you or not, you can't deny religion exists at the school. Honestly, it doesn't bother me too much, but when a decision comes down to tiny details, that's one of them for me. They made it a point to say religion didn't matter, which is great, and I don't look down on them per se for it being there.

Lol. I get ya, but unless you are a vampire and can't be on holy ground with out spontaneously bursting into flames, the religious affiliation of this school probably won't affect you at all. Like Buddy said, there is absolutely zero religious influence on the curriculum in the medical school itself.

 

[Jai S]

It's pretty much an all day thing. They had a social event for us the evening before (it was at a trendy sushi bar- was a lot of fun!) and lots of students went out bar hopping and socializing after that. The actual event the next day included a lunch (that was fantastic- best cupcakes I've had in my life) and it lasted until around 4pm. It included a lot of info you already have received like curriculum stuff, but it was still nice to hear it again and see the school for a second time. Other stuff that day: parents/significant others allowed to check everything out, buy swag from the bookstore 😉 , see the campus again, listen to physician panelists, etc. This year you'll have the added benefit of meeting current students and chatting with them. It concluded with a small social hour (wine/beer/soda/appetizers). I think it is definitely worth attending if you can afford to. I lived about 8 hours away and drove there for it with my significant other. I used the weekend to do some house/apartment hunting as well.

That sounds pretty fantastic. I'm in a similar situation and live about an 8h away but seriously considering making the drive down there. Was there some sort of dress code in effect for the evening mixer or the actual open house day? I really don't feel like wearing a suit lol.

 

[BuddyTheElf]

That sounds pretty fantastic. I'm in a similar situation and live about an 8h away but seriously considering making the drive down there. Was there some sort of dress code in effect for the evening mixer or the actual open house day? I really don't feel like wearing a suit lol.

I believe it was basically business casual for both. I don't recall seeing jeans, nor suits. Mostly dress pants or khakis and a nice top. You'll be getting a lot more details as the date approaches, I'm sure 🙂

 

[ChineseKid]

Damn. Really want to go to the open house now.
Gonna cost me over 1k though :/

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[ChineseKid]

Lol. I get ya, but unless you are a vampire and can't be on holy ground with out spontaneously bursting into flames, the religious affiliation of this school probably won't affect you at all. Like Buddy said, there is absolutely zero religious influence on the curriculum in the medical school itself.

Us high class demons are OK.

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[MU COM]

Is attending the accepted student open house on March 8th mandatory for students that have confirmed matriculation? What sort of information would be covered there that would otherwise not be conveyed through the regular updates/email?

Information on the accepted student open house will be released in February--along with a new information series in the portal called the MU-COM DOctor. Attendance at the open house is strongly encouraged for all the reasons mentioned by the current students, but it is not mandatory. Last year, 111 admitted students attended!

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[MCAT1982]

Are there any interviews scheduled for April as well ? or, is March the last month for interviews for this cycle ?

Thanks

 

[Drrrrrr. Celty]

Did everyone get the mentoring program email?

 

[chizledfrmstone]

Did everyone get the mentoring program email?

I got one. I didn't send them a secondary.

This school is turning out to be pretty good.

 

[Hvilledoc]

Did everyone get the mentoring program email?

I got it today along with my interview date reminder. seems like a great program!

 

[Wipeout416]

Thanks for the continued replies and information Buddy/kenobi/meows. I almost wanna go here just to meet y'all! Haha

 

[BuddyTheElf]

Thanks for the continued replies and information Buddy/kenobi/meows. I almost wanna go here just to meet y'all! Haha

You should. We're kind of a big deal 😉

 

[MU COM]

Are there any interviews scheduled for April as well ? or, is March the last month for interviews for this cycle ?

Thanks

Yes, there are interviews in April. For a complete list of dates for this application cycle, please refer to the post at the beginning of this year's thread.

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[grumpy97]

Hello all, I interviewed at Marian a little while ago and got waitlisted. But after going to other schools I'm certain that I want to attend Marian. So my question, to anyone who can answer it: I want to write a letter of intent but I not sure if the COM is looking for anything specific. Could anyone let me know if they are.
Thanks

 

[MCAT1982]

Hello...Did anyone get accepted off the alternate list yet ? came to know about couple of alternate list reviews - wondering whether someone here did get through off the wait list yet ??
Thanks

 

[medickdb]

Hello...Did anyone get accepted off the alternate list yet ? came to know about couple of alternate list reviews - wondering whether someone here did get through off the wait list yet ??
Thanks

I think a few people have been accepted off of the wait list. I'm certainly not one of those few.

 

[MCAT1982]

I think a few people have been accepted off of the wait list. I'm certainly not one of those few.

Thanks for the response.

None ever responded here in sdn about their movement off the wait list - that's why was wondering ! I had been checking sdn every day and never saw even one person mention about it this year.

 

[Ad4444]

Hello all, I interviewed at Marian a little while ago and got waitlisted. But after going to other schools I'm certain that I want to attend Marian. So my question, to anyone who can answer it: I want to write a letter of intent but I not sure if the COM is looking for anything specific. Could anyone let me know if they are.
Thanks

I interviewed recently and they said if you're waitlisted and want to write a letter of intent to tell them why you want to attend Marian. They said don't repeat your personal statement or why you want to be a doctor. It's supposed to be specific to Marian and the reasons you want to attend this school. Just what I remember, but maybe MU-COM admissions will respond to your post on here. Your safest bet is to contact Bryan Moody, though.