So that means I have to go to my old school and get my transcript from them separately even though everything was transferred over?
also what if we don't have a phone number for a club we were in but only their email, what would you put in the phone number section?
I tried putting a description in all of them. And I just put zeros cause I didn't know them.
Wait is there a difference between "under review" and "in review"?
I applied to Houston, Columbia and Washington. I am underrepresented and socioeconomically disadvantaged applicant. I basically did chose them the same way
I wouldn't worry too much about the quantity of volunteering experiences or extra curricular activities you have. I went to an informational seminar hosted by one member of SHPEP's advisory board and learned that it was better to have a few meaningful experiences, rather than list many activities you did but weren't invested in. Being able to say you do pharmacy work every weekend is a strong reason that shows you have passion for and commitment to pharmacy. Good luck to you as well! I hope everything works out
My friend in medical school reviewed and edited them.
Basically, SHPEP is meant for students who need a boost. Historically, it was created for groups who didn't have access to these types of opportunities. For example, an applicant doesn't necessarily need to have stellar grades to get into the program. If an applicant can demonstrate their commitment to learning and healthcare, in addition to demonstrating disadvantages due to socioeconomic status, race, etc., they become a strong applicant. Many of the people who finish SHPEP say that the program really cemented their desire to become a doctor, pharmacist, etc. They didn't necessarily enter the program being perfect, "all-star" candidates.
If you have yet to write your essays, your PERSONAL STATEMENT should include:
- what makes you unique
- what you can bring to the program
- what hardships you have gone through that affect your perspective
- why you want to become a doctor, pharmacist, etc.
- But above all, tell YOUR story. The only thing completely individual to you is your perspective. There will always be other applicants with the same grades, extra curriculars, etc., but YOU are the only one with YOUR perspective.
Also, from my understanding, the personal statement carries the most weight in the application. So try and have it reviewed by others as well, but don't change it too much. In my experience writing it, sometimes other people's view of how you should portray yourself can mask what you're truly trying to get across, so take all criticisms with a grain of salt. In the end, it's your PERSONAL statement, and you know yourself best!
The second most important part of your application would be your LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION.
- make sure you include somebody that can write you a strong testament of who you really are
- it may be better to choose NOT to include a LOR from a professor you don't know very well, as these types of LORs are easy to spot if they are impersonal
- you can use a high school teacher if they taught you a science course
Hope this helped some people who are still working on their applications! Good luck to everyone!
It contained a lot of info. I know they also reject applicants that are in the right path or to put it in other words overqualified.
I applied to Columbia, Howard and rutgers. I am really worried that I will not be accepted because my LOR is not that unique and powerfull. I choose the director of my department and Im worried that I made the wrong choice. It was either her or my highschool teacher.
Thoughts, opinions?latina, woman, economically disadvantaged depends on the criteria
What are your stats?Hi. in my dashboard it appeared today that the universities are reviewing my application, do you guys think its too late? I'm worried that my gpa will affect their decision
gpa: 3.0 urm
You'll be fine. Stop worrying. I'm sure you'll get into at least one
My application isn't even complete yet, I'm still waiting on a transcript... I still have faith!Hi. in my dashboard it appeared today that the universities are reviewing my application, do you guys think its too late? I'm worried that my gpa will affect their decision
I wrote a sentence in each one
whats the difference between "under review" and " in review"
mine says " in review" but what is the difference between that and "under review"[/QUOTE said:
I'm just excited for February 15th!!
hoping for the best but I know it's a long shot because I'm not URM
Finally have my transcripts/LOR verified and received!! Now in review as well
