SGU Status?

[IvanMDMD]

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Hi guys. I found this forum just recently. I guess I am just not up to par with application process.

I am a non-trad applicant who decided to apply to SGU. I had taken MCAT while back (7yrs ago) but decided to work instead and forget about medicine.

However, my passion for medicine was reborn and I decided to take the plunge. I was however deathly scared to take MCAT again (since I don't remember much of anything), applied to SGU because SGU accepted my old MCAT.

I applied about 1 1/2 month ago (for January spot), I haven't heard back from them except a letter stating the requirement of LOR. LOR were sent as I was able to confirm with my old profs.

How long does it take for them to get back to you? When do you usually hear about interviews? I am getting little anxious since I feel like my life is on hold. (Need to sell my house, get finances together etc...)

Can anyone currently attending SGU answer my questions? Thanks in advance

 

[AngryBaby]

Hi, Ivan. I'll tell you what I can since no one's answered yet, but I don't start until August and likely won't be the best source of info.

Once my app was complete I received an email about a week after from my admissions counselor telling me that my app was being sent to the Adcom for review. 6 weeks later I received an email for an interview offer, and 2.5 weeks after the interview I received a phone call informing me of my acceptance.

Regarding your LOR, I think you're saying that your prof(s) have told you they've sent off the LOR? If so, then your admissions counselor will inform you via email when your application is complete. Be aware, however, that profs are notorious for single-handedly aging pre-meds by taking their sweet time with the writing and mailing of said letters. If you want to be sure you aren't being forgotten or have any other question you should feel free to email/call your admissions counselor at SGU and they can tell you where your application stands. Mine has been exceptionally helpful throughout my process and, FWIW, it's much easier to communicate with her via email as opposed to the phone.

Good luck, let us know if we can help in any other way!