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[lvp0021]

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Why not fly in the day before, stay in a hotel, then just train in for your interview the following morning? If you stay anywhere downtown in Boston, you''ll be just a few steps away a subway station that will get you to South Station in just a few minutes, or, for the truly paranoid, you can take a cab to the station for a few bucks. You won't have the stress of your luggage, and you'll be well-rested instead of fresh off a plane. Why travel all this way and not even take time to explore the city?

HI. thanks for the advice. I've bought a nonrefundable ticket (due to its price) so I pretty much am stuck now with going and returning in 1 day. I have called the taxi service and oh my gosh ... it cost 110$ + 24/h for waiting hour for going from Logan to Worcester (1 way only). So I'll stick with the plan that once get out of the airport I'll take the cab to South Station and from there I'll go to Worcester. I have a few questions more.. please help. Thanks in advance. From Logan, to go to South Station, you just ask the cab driver to take you to "South Station" and he'll understand? From South Station, you will be able to purchase tickets to Worcester by commuter rail instantly or do you have to book it first (online maybe)? How much would it cost for the commuter rail going from South Station to Worcester?

 

[cdpiano27]

It is about $6 dollars one way on the purple commuter line from South Station.

I think that there also an airport in Worcester but it may be difficult to fly into there.

I remember going to Worcester once, after a huge snowstorm hit Boston.

Yes, everyone knows where South Station is. It is the big station for the trains like Union Station in Washington, D.C. and Penn Station in New York.

NO, you can purchase commuter rail tickets at any time. I did it always without any advance notice.

The trip is about 50 miles from South Station to Worcester.

 

[lvp0021]

It is about $6 dollars one way on the purple commuter line from South Station.

I think that there also an airport in Worcester but it may be difficult to fly into there.

I remember going to Worcester once, after a huge snowstorm hit Boston.

Yes, everyone knows where South Station is. It is the big station for the trains like Union Station in Washington, D.C. and Penn Station in New York.

NO, you can purchase commuter rail tickets at any time. I did it always without any advance notice.

The trip is about 50 miles from South Station to Worcester.

Hi cdpiano27, thanks for the answers. I've decided to go the way that after getting off Logan, I'll take a cab to South station and from there I'll use the cummuter rail to Worcester. With this plan, do you have any advice regarding travelling or tips that I could use? I'd truely appreciate it a lot...Thanks in advance.

 

[DrugDealer]

THX drugdealer for your reply. Sorry, I meant im coming from NJ. You're right about Amtrak and its delays. I don't have a car, and I heard they charge an arm and leg just to rent one for a couple of hours. So, you think greyhound would be better??

Well, you wouldn't be renting a car for just a couple of hours--you would be renting it for an entire day, and I would be very surprised if one day cost over $100, even in a pricey market like NJ or the NY metro area. Take a look at Orbitz or Travelocity for rental rates. A quick look at the Greyhound site shows fares would start at about $80 RT (I don't know exactly where in NJ you're coming from), with ride times ranging from 7 to 11 hours (again, I just used Newark without knowing more info). I would rent a car--transit time would be shorter, if you get stuck in traffic you can get off and use back roads, and once you're in Worcester, you can drive around and get a feel for the city.

 

[DrugDealer]

HI. thanks for the advice. I've bought a nonrefundable ticket (due to its price) so I pretty much am stuck now with going and returning in 1 day. I have called the taxi service and oh my gosh ... it cost 110$ + 24/h for waiting hour for going from Logan to Worcester (1 way only). So I'll stick with the plan that once get out of the airport I'll take the cab to South Station and from there I'll go to Worcester. I have a few questions more.. please help. Thanks in advance. From Logan, to go to South Station, you just ask the cab driver to take you to "South Station" and he'll understand? From South Station, you will be able to purchase tickets to Worcester by commuter rail instantly or do you have to book it first (online maybe)? How much would it cost for the commuter rail going from South Station to Worcester?

Exactly what cdpiano said....

I know this forum is here to share ideas and help others, but: Pharmacy school requires independent thought, and you will need to be independent if you are moving so far away. Have you even looked online to find answers to all your questions? You can Google the train schedule, map out the school in relation the train station, find a hotel, etc.

 

[platinumdl]

Well, you wouldn't be renting a car for just a couple of hours--you would be renting it for an entire day, and I would be very surprised if one day cost over $100, even in a pricey market like NJ or the NY metro area. Take a look at Orbitz or Travelocity for rental rates. A quick look at the Greyhound site shows fares would start at about $80 RT (I don't know exactly where in NJ you're coming from), with ride times ranging from 7 to 11 hours (again, I just used Newark without knowing more info). I would rent a car--transit time would be shorter, if you get stuck in traffic you can get off and use back roads, and once you're in Worcester, you can drive around and get a feel for the city.

THX for the reply, i'll definitely check out the car rental option!!

 

[lostplato]

Hey this might be a stupid question, but do you think everyone that applies to MCPHS Worcester gets an interview??? I guess I'm just lacking self confidence right now.

 

[platinumdl]

Hey this might be a stupid question, but do you think everyone that applies to MCPHS Worcester gets an interview??? I guess I'm just lacking self confidence right now.

I heard that they receive over 1000 applications before the deadline, so i don't think that they would even have time to interview all the applicants. I read on their website that interviews are invitation only. I guess those would be only the applicants that they are interested in!! So, if they called you in for an interview, they must definitely be interested in you!!🙂

 

[creestoL]

i have an interview on jan 11, trying to reserve airplane and hotel stuff.. i also wanted to visit boston a bit. for those of you who went already which airport do you recommend me going to, because i see Providence and Boston. how far is Providence from Boston? And what hotels did you stay at in Worcester??

 

[cdpiano27]

Providence is about 60 miles or 1 hours from Boston late at night but more like 1 1/2 hours during the day. It is not that bad of a commute.

I highly recommend the T.F. Green Airport, over Logan if possible. However, you will need a car. Yes you can go from downtown Providence to downtown Boston on the T commuter rail. But there are not too many times to go and the airport is in Warwick not Providence and is about 5 miles south of downtown Providence.

Easy way:

Rent a car from the TF Green airport: take I -295 north to I-190. I think it is actually called 146 at this point. Then go north passed mass turnpike and that takes you right into downtown Worcester.
No need to go into Boston!!!!

 

[T&T]

I need help. If you take a look at train schedule for Worcester/south station, you will see several columns that are filled with small lines. Do these small lines mean that the trains are not available at these points? Thanks in advance.

 

[lvp0021]

The small lines mean that the train will not stop at those stations. I have PM'ed you about how I got to the school. If you need more help, PM me asap and we can arrange time to talk on Yahoo if you'd would like. Good luck

 

[platinumdl]

The small lines mean that the train will not stop at those stations. I have PM'ed you about how I got to the school. If you need more help, PM me asap and we can arrange time to talk on Yahoo if you'd would like. Good luck

lvp0021 how was your interview at MCP-Worcester and what type of questions were you asked???

 

[lvp0021]

It was OK... thanks to all the people helping me with the travel (it was a indeedly very long journey LOL). Most of the questions they asked me were like those people have posted in the interview feedback. platinumdl, when is your interview?

 

[platinumdl]

It was OK... thanks to all the people helping me with the travel (it was a indeedly very long journey LOL). Most of the questions they asked me were like those people have posted in the interview feedback. platinumdl, when is your interview?

My interview is on Jan. 24th @ 11:00 AM😀 !! I'm excited, but a bit nervous because I'm trying to anticipate the type of questions they may want to ask!!

 

[ApplicantPharmD]

Nae, sorry for your rejection. For other people who are applying MCP-Worcester.... Last year's average GPA was ~3.4. 75% have a BS as someone indicated above. In order to be in the safety net, you may need to have 3.5 or above.

When you refer to average GPA of 3.4, are you refering to overall or pre-pharm GPA?

 

[ApplicantPharmD]

I have a BS degree in Biotechnolgy and my GPA is 3.1. My pre-Pharm GPA is 3.45. I am currently working as a clinical researcher. I applied on 30th jan. Is it too late?
Can any of you tell me what are my chances of getting in?

 

[platinumdl]

I have a BS degree in Biotechnolgy and my GPA is 3.1. My pre-Pharm GPA is 3.45. I am currently working as a clinical researcher. I applied on 30th jan. Is it too late?
Can any of you tell me what are my chances of getting in?

I spoke to kate, the admissions secretary on the day of my interview and she told me that @ the deadline for mcp-worcester which is feb 1st, they receive about 100 applications and I'm sure people still get in. By the way, if you scroll to the very beginning of this thread you'll find a person that applied on the deadline and she received an acceptance letter. Did you receive a letter yet that your file is complete and under review? Just make sure your file is complete (grades, LOR's, etc.) ...Good Luck!!!

 

[ApplicantPharmD]

I spoke to kate, the admissions secretary on the day of my interview and she told me that @ the deadline for mcp-worcester which is feb 1st, they receive about 100 applications and I'm sure people still get in. By the way, if you scroll to the very beginning of this thread you'll find a person that applied on the deadline and she received an acceptance letter. Did you receive a letter yet that your file is complete and under review? Just make sure your file is complete (grades, LOR's, etc.) ...Good Luck!!!

Do you know when ppl talk about GPA, are they talking about pre-pharmacy GPA or their BS degree GPA?

 

[ApplicantPharmD]

Do you know when ppl talk about GPA, are they talking about pre-pharmacy GPA or their BS degree GPA?

if you don't mind me asking, what was your GPA, did you take any classes over, do you have pharmacy experience, when did you send in your application, and how long did they take to respond?

Thanks a lot🙂

 

[platinumdl]

I'm assuming that they are talking about the overall GPA you need to have to be considered competitive.

 

[chem123]

did any1 apply to MCP WORCESTER....w/o a bs, because i wasnt planning on getting a BS i was just gonna do all my pre-pharm work at a Community college, then apply.....is that bad?

 

[ApplicantPharmD]

did any1 apply to MCP WORCESTER....w/o a bs, because i wasnt planning on getting a BS i was just gonna do all my pre-pharm work at a Community college, then apply.....is that bad?

As far as I know, they prefer students with Bachelors degree. I guess 75% of the students accpeted have bachelors degree.

 

[platinumdl]

if you don't mind me asking, what was your GPA, did you take any classes over, do you have pharmacy experience, when did you send in your application, and how long did they take to respond?

Thanks a lot🙂

My overall GPA is 3.60, and my science GPA is a 3.45. I took Organic 1(received a D the first time and than an A), and Chem 1(received a C+ the first time and then an A-). I took both of these courses at a community college because it would just be cheaper for me. I don't have any pharmacy experience, but I have been working in the health field for over 6 years now, which I made sure to include in my personal statement. I sent in my application on Dec. 10, 2006 and received an interview request on Dec. 16, 2006. I had my interview on Jan. 24th, and I'm still waiting for a letter...I was told that I would receive something in two weeks!!

 

[ApplicantPharmD]

My overall GPA is 3.60, and my science GPA is a 3.45. I took Organic 1(received a D the first time and than an A), and Chem 1(received a C+ the first time and then an A-). I took both of these courses at a community college because it would just be cheaper for me. I don't have any pharmacy experience, but I have been working in the health field for over 6 years now, which I made sure to include in my personal statement. I sent in my application on Dec. 10, 2006 and received an interview request on Dec. 16, 2006. I had my interview on Jan. 24th, and I'm still waiting for a letter...I was told that I would receive something in two weeks!!

Thanks a lot and good luck to u🙂

 

[platinumdl]

Thanks a lot and good luck to u🙂

No problem, just be patient because now that they're nearing the deadline, they are going to receive a load of applications that they have to review, and also doing interviews. So, they might take a while to get back to you...what other schools did you apply to??

 

[ApplicantPharmD]

No problem, just be patient because now that they're nearing the deadline, they are going to receive a load of applications that they have to review, and also doing interviews. So, they might take a while to get back to you...what other schools did you apply to??

I also applied to Northeastern university in Boston. I was very late in applyin so dint get a chance to apply to many schools. I was thinking of going to dental school first but thn I changed my mind and decided to go to pharmacy school. I dint get a chance to take PCAT which is required by almost every other school. So, just applied to these 2 schools. Im really worried.

 

[ApplicantPharmD]

Wht about you, what other schools did you apply to?????

 

[platinumdl]

Wht about you, what other schools did you apply to?????

I applied to Univ. of Buffalo, Albany (rejected), and LECOM Erie, PA campus. But, I haven't heard anything back from them yet?? Hopefully soon 🙂 !!

 

[lostplato]

Any one know how flexible they are with the deadlines for having to submit a deposit??? I'm assuming about as flexible as a steel bar but I thought I would ask. Ive been accepted but I have an interview coming up at my top choice school UMB. I really want to go to UMB but want to cover my back just in case. Oh yeah, I also dont want to shell out 750. Any one have any info???

 

[ApplicantPharmD]

Any one know how flexible they are with the deadlines for having to submit a deposit??? I'm assuming about as flexible as a steel bar but I thought I would ask. Ive been accepted but I have an interview coming up at my top choice school UMB. I really want to go to UMB but want to cover my back just in case. Oh yeah, I also dont want to shell out 750. Any one have any info???

I have no idea about the deadlines to submit the deposit. if you don't mind me asking, what was your GPA, did you take any classes over, do you have pharmacy experience, when did you send in your application, and how long did they take to respond?

Thanks in advance🙂

 

[nightcrawleRx]

Any one know how flexible they are with the deadlines for having to submit a deposit??? I'm assuming about as flexible as a steel bar but I thought I would ask. Ive been accepted but I have an interview coming up at my top choice school UMB. I really want to go to UMB but want to cover my back just in case. Oh yeah, I also dont want to shell out 750. Any one have any info???

You have until the date listed on your acceptance letter to get them the deposit. That guarantees your spot in the program. I think, although not positive, that should you decide to pay the deposit after that date you could still get a seat but it would not be guaranteed b/c by then they could have gave it to someone else, maybe a late applicant. Maybe you should call/email Kate and see how it works...she's always been really helpful for me personally and it can't hurt.

 

[Swanchick84]

Any one know how flexible they are with the deadlines for having to submit a deposit??? I'm assuming about as flexible as a steel bar but I thought I would ask. Ive been accepted but I have an interview coming up at my top choice school UMB. I really want to go to UMB but want to cover my back just in case. Oh yeah, I also dont want to shell out 750. Any one have any info???

lostplato, the deposit must be postmarked one month after your interview. e.g. my interview was on 11/13. I mailed my deposit on 12/13.

Luckily, I got my acceptance from one of my top school choices on 12/14 and immediately canceled my check after politely letting MCPHS know that I will not be attending.

ohhh yeah..they will absolutely not grant you an extension under any circumstance. I e-mailed the director of admissions of MCPHS-Worcester and was denied of my extension. One month is fair, especially since they let you know within a week (for most cases).

 

[ApplicantPharmD]

Do u possibly have an idea how far r they in their admission process...i mean ~ how many spots remaining...did u talk something about this during ur interview..

Thanks🙂

 

[greatdeals225]

did any1 apply to MCP WORCESTER....w/o a bs, because i wasnt planning on getting a BS i was just gonna do all my pre-pharm work at a Community college, then apply.....is that bad?

I don't have a bachelors and I still got in. but I do have 4.5 years worth of college credits... i just haven't taken courses concentrated in 1 major, enough so that i can have my bachelors.

btw, MCPHS prefers 4 years schools.. so I woudn't go to a community college for most courses. try a state school instead, especially for anatomy/physiology, and organic chemistry..... I only took gen bio II at a community college, all others at state schools

 

[annapark]

i just got my letter today...

waitlisted...

very very upset right now, i want to cry!!!!!!!

 

[ApplicantPharmD]

i just got my letter today...

waitlisted...

very very upset right now, i want to cry!!!!!!!

Dont worry..Hopefully ull get in..👍
if you don't mind me asking, what was your GPA, do you have a BS degree, did you take any classes over, do you have pharmacy experience, when did you send in your application? And also what other schools did you apply to?

 

[nightcrawleRx]

i just got my letter today...

waitlisted...

very very upset right now, i want to cry!!!!!!!

Sorry to hear that but who knows? You may still get in and if not there is always next year, don't give up that easily if you really want it. I would def suggest getting your B.S. if you don't have that yet for MCP. Not only is it a safe move to at least have a degree but it also looks good for any other school should you have to re-apply next year.

 

[annapark]

i do have my bs, just got it this winter

i applied way in nov but they held my application on hold to wait for my final grades...so maybe that could have been it?!

well my gpa is about 3.2 and yes i repeated three classes...

i hope i get in because this school is on my top choice...but i heard they can accept people on hold even like a week before school starts!!! so late oh gosh waiting once more...

 

[lvp0021]

Hi people waiting for their spots at MCP. I had an offer from them 2 weeks ago but I'll call them and decline it this week after I get back from my 5th interview as I just got in Ohio State and after careful consideration regarding program strength, stress, student reviews, cost of living,...I regret to say that I'll choose OSU over MCP. So there will be a spot left out for you guys. I wish you all the best of luck! Don't worry too much as I've heard from a friend who is a P2 student there (MCP) right now that they consider accpet more people this year than they did last year!

 

[Swanchick84]

Do u possibly have an idea how far r they in their admission process...i mean ~ how many spots remaining...did u talk something about this during ur interview..

Thanks🙂

I have no idea how far they are in admissions. If they are still interviewing, there are still spots! 🙂

Good luck to you.

 

[creestoL]

Do u possibly have an idea how far r they in their admission process...i mean ~ how many spots remaining...did u talk something about this during ur interview..

Thanks🙂

when i went to my interview on jan 11, i asked how full the class was, they said roughly 1/3 of the class was filled at the time. and they get lots lots of apps toward their deadline so they will be busy and conducting interviews for awhile, good luck to u 👍

do you guys remember what their class size was? i just remember it was some big number

 

[ApplicantPharmD]

Did all of you had all the pre-reqs completed before applying???? i applied before completing all the pre-reqs...but will be completing those courses in summer before fall07 semester starts....Do any of you guys know if this would be a problem...I have a BS degree in Biotechnology..and all my science courses are completed...i have to do history and sociology...I hope this would not affect the admission criteria...

 

[nightcrawleRx]

Did all of you had all the pre-reqs completed before applying???? i applied before completing all the pre-reqs...but will be completing those courses in summer before fall07 semester starts....Do any of you guys know if this would be a problem...I have a BS degree in Biotechnology..and all my science courses are completed...i have to do history and sociology...I hope this would not affect the admission criteria...

I doubt that would hurt your chances. The fact that all your sciences are done and you have a B.S. is the most important to the adcom. The classes you have left would probably only help your gpa anyways. Just be patient, they are probably swamped with late applicants right now.

 

[ApplicantPharmD]

I doubt that would hurt your chances. The fact that all your sciences are done and you have a B.S. is the most important to the adcom. The classes you have left would probably only help your gpa anyways. Just be patient, they are probably swamped with late applicants right now.

Thanks 🙂

I hope i hear from them soon...

 

[creestoL]

Did all of you had all the pre-reqs completed before applying???? i applied before completing all the pre-reqs...but will be completing those courses in summer before fall07 semester starts....Do any of you guys know if this would be a problem...I have a BS degree in Biotechnology..and all my science courses are completed...i have to do history and sociology...I hope this would not affect the admission criteria...

i also have to do history.. as long as you take the class summer 2007 it will be fine 🙂

 

[ApplicantPharmD]

i also have to do history.. as long as you take the class summer 2007 it will be fine 🙂

Thanks a lot🙂
So they dont hold your application until you finish the class???? Did you get the admission???

 

[DrugDealer]

did any1 apply to MCP WORCESTER....w/o a bs, because i wasnt planning on getting a BS i was just gonna do all my pre-pharm work at a Community college, then apply.....is that bad?

I don't know any numbers or percentages, but a lot of my classmates do not have bachelor degrees. I think they're at a disadvantage, but they will probably graduate and get a job like everyone else.

 

[imkim01]

I don't know any numbers or percentages, but a lot of my classmates do not have bachelor degrees. I think they're at a disadvantage, but they will probably graduate and get a job like everyone else.

how's going DrugDealer? Still going through a big pain of the therapeutic class? I talked to a couple of p2s and they told me it is a lot better than the first semester....

Anyways, the second semester for P1 is a bit easier than the first one... We don't have a lot of tests compared to last semester and classes are not that tough... rather kind of boring... but kinetics and ceutics lab haven't started yet...

 

[imkim01]

did any1 apply to MCP WORCESTER....w/o a bs, because i wasnt planning on getting a BS i was just gonna do all my pre-pharm work at a Community college, then apply.....is that bad?

70% of P1 have a BS/MS/Phd... 30% don't. If you have a competitive GPA, I don't think you will have any problem...