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Does anyone know if the conditional acceptance to LKSOM is binding? I am still planning on applying to other medical schools this application cycle, but was not sure if I can apply. If I do get into a better medical school, I would certainly go there, but I'm not sure if the LKSOM conditional acceptance is a binding acceptance.
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Shardul Naphade said:
Does anyone know if the conditional acceptance to LKSOM is binding? I am still planning on applying to other medical schools this application cycle, but was not sure if I can apply. If I do get into a better medical school, I would certainly go there, but I'm not sure if the LKSOM conditional acceptance is a binding acceptance.
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I heard that it may be binding bro. What I’ve heard scouring through forums and generally most linkage programs that I’ve heard about seem to be binding, but not 100% sure.
 
mahmd said:
If there are any current students in the program lurking, we'd really appreciate any tips, advice, or maybe your application timeline.
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I did ACMS in 2022-2023 (so I'm now an M1) and this was my timeline. Hope it helps.

2/17: Took Casper
3/17: Submitted Application
3/25: Application acknowledged as complete
4/21: Interview Invite
4/28: Interview
5/23: Decision
 
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thrasymedes said:
I did ACMS in 2022-2023 (so I'm now an M1) and this was my timeline. Hope it helps.

2/17: Took Casper
3/17: Submitted Application
3/25: Application acknowledged as complete
4/21: Interview Invite
4/28: Interview
5/23: Decision
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Thanks for sharing! I recently got interview invite. Do you know how the communication happens for the zoom interview? I thought I would receive the link for the interview by now but they have not sent anything. Was also wondering if you have any general advice for interview day.
 
Got the A today morning :)
So excited, looking forward to seeing some of you soon!
 
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flower_scan said:
Congrats!! What were the interviews like?
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There were 3 separate interviews the day of, 2 with temple physicians and 1 with a community member. Everyone was very kind and most of the questions asked were about them getting to know you, not trying to stump you. It's the exact same interview as LKSOM has for the traditional program so I looked there for more info and tips :) hope that helps
 
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mahmd said:
There were 3 separate interviews the day of, 2 with temple physicians and 1 with a community member. Everyone was very kind and most of the questions asked were about them getting to know you, not trying to stump you. It's the exact same interview as LKSOM has for the traditional program so I looked there for more info and tips :) hope that helps
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Is it an open file interview? Do they get your applicaiton, CV, transcripts, test scores?
 
flower_scan said:
Is it an open file interview? Do they get your applicaiton, CV, transcripts, test scores?
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the first faculty interview is open file, where they have access to all of those things. the second is a blind interview. the last part, the group interview, they will just ask questions to everyone in the interview nothing specific to your CV/transcript
 
Has anyone heard back after interviewing? I want to ask the timeline of when we’d get a response, but i don’t want to call lol
Also does anyone know if a 2nd quartile Casper will ruin my chances for this program?
 
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mpremed9867 said:
Has anyone heard back after interviewing? I want to ask the timeline of when we’d get a response, but i don’t want to call lol
Also does anyone know if a 2nd quartile Casper will ruin my chances for this program?
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I don’t think Casper will be that big of a deal. I have no clue about a response I’m still waiting to hear back since I submitted my application. No rejection, no interview, nothing just radio silence. Anyone know if they are still sending interviews or if it’s pretty much over by now?
 
Same here I haven't heard anything either... I hope they send out an email at least about where they are in the process.
 
Has anyone received an interview yet? Or any app updates? It’s dead silent …
 
I think they have been inviting for interviews since the beginning of March, and some people who interviewed have gotten decisions back. I am still waiting to hear back after interviewing in the end of March.
 
I also got the A this morning and interviewed on 3/28!
 
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FutureDoc1014 said:
Congrats! When did you guys apply and receive your interview invitations? Still haven't heard anything since applying
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My application was verified as complete by LKSOM on 1/31 and an interview invite was sent 3/15
 
flower_scan said:
Congrats! Do y'all mind sharing stats, ECs, shadowing/research hours?
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Sure!

cGPA: 3.42
sGPA: 3.41
No MCAT, submitted 32 ACT
1 year experience as CRC
Neuroscience research - 1.5 years
Clinical / non clinical volunteering - 150 hours
75 hours shadowing primary care and oncology
 
I notice that the COVID essay shows up twice in both the PostBac Cas and the temple secondary application. How did you guys go about answering this question? Were they different? Or did you copy and paste?
 
has anyone who applied in march heard back for an interview yet? I was put under review 3/25 and nothing yet :(
 
BumbleBees123 said:
I notice that the COVID essay shows up twice in both the PostBac Cas and the temple secondary application. How did you guys go about answering this question? Were they different? Or did you copy and paste?
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I personally just left the one in the PostBac CAS blank because it was optional.
 
Is this program rolling admission? I have my app mostly ready except for the letters of rec, but was under the impression it would be ok to submit the application later.
 
For those accepted, here's a group me I made! We can keep each other updated or even study for the mcat together this summer if anyone still needs to fulfill that req! Good luck to everyone else and hope to see you in the gc when ur accepted :)

You're invited to join my group "ACMS Students 2024-2025" on GroupMe. Use this link to join: GroupMe
 
Did you put your hobbies in your CV? And regarding the first question about your interest in LKSOM, did you discuss the ACMS program or just the medical school?
mahmd said:
For those accepted, here's a group me I made! We can keep each other updated or even study for the mcat together this summer if anyone still needs to fulfill that req! Good luck to everyone else and hope to see you in the gc when ur accepted :)

You're invited to join my group "ACMS Students 2024-2025" on GroupMe. Use this link to join: GroupMe
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pop_eye211 said:
Did you put your hobbies in your CV? And regarding the first question about your interest in LKSOM, did you discuss the ACMS program or just the medical school?
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I think hobbies would be great to include while you interview, but I see no harm in adding them to your CV. I just referred to the medical school in my responses. Got the A on the 17th as well.
 
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Kind of a dumb question, but is it too late to apply and reasonably expect to get in? I'm thinking about waiting next application cycle because I just found out about this program today.
 
Esports said:
Kind of a dumb question, but is it too late to apply and reasonably expect to get in? I'm thinking about waiting next application cycle because I just found out about this program today.
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For what it's worth I applied this weekend, and when I called the program a month-ish ago they said there were still a ton of interview slots and seats to go out. Most applications to SMP programs go out in May-June according to one of the admission counselors I talked to at a different program, and I assume the same goes for ACMS.
 
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Silly question, is this thread for the LKSOM ACMS? Or the non LKSOM other one? Is there anyone who applied to both?

I applied to the LKSOM acms last week and I have not heard anything yet. Also to rant a bit. They have a requirement where if I received institutional action, I need to have my undergrad university send a letter. I was placed on academic probation for one semester freshman year. I have been going back and forth between my university and LKSOM ACMS admissions for 3 months now trying to get this letter. It’s is so frustrating.
 
BumbleBees123 said:
I notice that the COVID essay shows up twice in both the PostBac Cas and the temple secondary application. How did you guys go about answering this question? Were they different? Or did you copy and paste?
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I'm confused about your statement. The COVID essay is in PostbacCas, but I don't see any essay questions in the Temple secondary applications. Just to confirm, the Temple secondary application is the one you submit through temple.edu, and it costs $30. Right? Or am I missing something here?
 
hellohello12345 said:
I personally just left the one in the PostBac CAS blank because it was optional.
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How was the COVID essay optional? There is literally a red star next to it. Are you sure you're in the right thread? I might be missing something myself, so apologies in advance.
 
pop_eye211 said:
How was the COVID essay optional? There is literally a red star next to it. Are you sure you're in the right thread? I might be missing something myself, so apologies in advance.
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Hi, I think you are confusing the LKSOM specific COVID question with the general PostbacCas COVID question. LKSOM has a supplemental essay that is required for submission but under "Personal Information > Other information" there is another PostbacCas COVID question that is not required for submission. I also left the PostBacCas one blank because of the LKSOM specific supplemental one.
 
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thapanda said:
Silly question, is this thread for the LKSOM ACMS? Or the non LKSOM other one? Is there anyone who applied to both?

I applied to the LKSOM acms last week and I have not heard anything yet. Also to rant a bit. They have a requirement where if I received institutional action, I need to have my undergrad university send a letter. I was placed on academic probation for one semester freshman year. I have been going back and forth between my university and LKSOM ACMS admissions for 3 months now trying to get this letter. It’s is so frustrating.
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This thread is for the LKSOM ACMS one. They take a while to respond with any information. It seems like a month between each step is standard so you probably won't hear anything for a few more weeks if you submitted it last week.
 
AspiringSurgeon5 said:
Hi, I think you are confusing the LKSOM specific COVID question with the general PostbacCas COVID question. LKSOM has a supplemental essay that is required for submission but under "Personal Information > Other information" there is another PostbacCas COVID question that is not required for submission. I also left the PostBacCas one blank because of the LKSOM specific supplemental one.
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Thanks for clarifying. I was totally confused for a bit.
 
is there a GPA/MCAT minimum requirement for this LKSOM ACMS program? Also, I wanted to double check that this program is an academic enhancer.
 
BumbleBees123 said:
is there a GPA/MCAT minimum requirement for this LKSOM ACMS program? Also, I wanted to double check that this program is an academic enhancer.
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There is a minimum GPA/MCAT once accepted into the program. It is not an academic enhancer.
 
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Dumb question but for the PostBac Cas Application what courses did you guys enter in under humanities? Is psych and sociology sufficient?
 
Has anyone recently gotten an interview date?
Also, to the accepted students,
  • any of you who did not take the MCAT?
  • Do you have any idea of how many seats would be left?
 
pop_eye211 said:
Has anyone recently gotten an interview date?
Also, to the accepted students,
  • any of you who did not take the MCAT?
  • Do you have any idea of how many seats would be left?
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I have an interview on the 14th! I was put under review on April 17th, so about a month in between
 
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