*** The Official WesternU College of Dental Medicine Class of 2023 Interview/Acceptance Thread ***

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My interview is on a Saturday. Will it be alright if I purchase my flight at 2:21 from Ontario International Airport? What time does the interview end?

I have a Saturday interview coming up as well. The e-mail said that you can anticipate being on campus until, at the very least, 1:30 PM. I think a flight for 2:21 is cutting it really close considering you should allow yourself time for commuting back to the airport (~ 15 minute drive) and then checking in, going through security, and finding your gate.
 
Is there an essay I'm missing somewhere? I had to get my courses accredited and that took quite some time so I'm just submitting my supplemental right now, is there an essay somewhere on the supplemental app on why you want to go to Western that I might be missing? Thanks

I don't remember there being an essay on "Why Western" but there is an optional additional comments section and you have to fill out the pre-requisite course worksheet.
 
Is there an essay I'm missing somewhere? I had to get my courses accredited and that took quite some time so I'm just submitting my supplemental right now, is there an essay somewhere on the supplemental app on why you want to go to Western that I might be missing? Thanks
It was sort of an essay, but there definitely is a "Why Western" portion on the supplemental. I forget what it's called
 
My interview is on a Saturday. Will it be alright if I purchase my flight at 2:21 from Ontario International Airport? What time does the interview end?

Just had the interview today. It ran a little bit over time but we ended around 1:20 pm or so. If you feel comfortable with that window of time, I don't see why not! But oikiedokeartichoke said, it is cutting it a bit close.
 
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It's been awfully quiet here for the past couple of weeks. Any updates on how many pre-December interviews are left for Western?

They're completely booked! Here's the response I got:

"Yes, all the pre-December dates have been filled up as of now. However that could change due to last minute cancellations or other circumstances. We do have interviews schedule for January and February as well, so the committee will be sending out more invites to fill those spots. However I do not know when that will happen."
 
They're completely booked! Here's the response I got:

"Yes, all the pre-December dates have been filled up as of now. However that could change due to last minute cancellations or other circumstances. We do have interviews schedule for January and February as well, so the committee will be sending out more invites to fill those spots. However I do not know when that will happen."

Thanks for the update!
 
For anyone who interviewed during this cycle recently, can anyone shed light on how their interview overall went (i.e. stress level, open vs closed file, length of time, etc.)?
 
For anyone who interviewed during this cycle recently, can anyone shed light on how their interview overall went (i.e. stress level, open vs closed file, length of time, etc.)?
It was closed file, 2-on-1, and lasted anywhere from 25-40 minutes (mine went over but I think they're scheduled for ~30). There were about 100 interviewees there, which was really surprising to me, so don't let that throw you off.
 
It was closed file, 2-on-1, and lasted anywhere from 25-40 minutes (mine went over but I think they're scheduled for ~30). There were about 100 interviewees there, which was really surprising to me, so don't let that throw you off.

100 on one day? Holy cow. The most I've seen on one given day was probably around 40 with morning and afternoon sessions combined. Thanks for the info!
 
Does anyone have the most updated edition of adea official guide to dental school and can shed some light on how many western interview and how many accepted? IS and OOS please 🙂
 
While @CaliforniaCrentist is correct, I just heard today that some interview days are smaller depending on if it’s a Friday or a Saturday. Feel free to message me with questions also 🙂. Currently a D1 at WesternU
Yeah mine was on a Saturday, so that could change things! Plus it was the first date of the cycle, so the following groups may be smaller.
 
While @CaliforniaCrentist is correct, I just heard today that some interview days are smaller depending on if it’s a Friday or a Saturday. Feel free to message me with questions also 🙂. Currently a D1 at WesternU

Hi there! I would also love to ask you some questions as well about your Western experience as a current student, but like the previous incident, PM'ing isn't enabled in your settings as well 😛
 
Hi there! I would also love to ask you some questions as well about your Western experience as a current student, but like the previous incident, PM'ing isn't enabled in your settings as well 😛
Thats so strange! I'm able to start a PM with you so I'll do that. If there are any questions you would like the community to be a part of, feel free to just ask here also. Always glad to help a pre-dental student out.
 
Hi! Does anyone know what interview dates are left? I got the “ready for review” email 9/26 but never heard back so I’m starting to lose hope 🙁
 
Hi! Does anyone know what interview dates are left? I got the “ready for review” email 9/26 but never heard back so I’m starting to lose hope 🙁
Previous posts above mentioned that all pre-december interviews were offered already but there's one January date available
 
I received an interview invite this week but I see that the only dates available are in February. January and December are unavailable. Would this put me at a disadvantage?
 
I received an interview invite this week but I see that the only dates available are in February. January and December are unavailable. Would this put me at a disadvantage?

No, there were still a lot of spots open last year when February interviews came around. Keep your hopes up and just kill the interview! 🙂
 
Thats so strange! I'm able to start a PM with you so I'll do that. If there are any questions you would like the community to be a part of, feel free to just ask here also. Always glad to help a pre-dental student out.

Can I DM you? It won't let me for some reason or if you mssg me! I have some questions 🙂


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Just received my interview invitation as well! Scheduled for February 2nd!
 
what were your extra curriculars like?? and when did you apply?
I applied back in June. But pretty good. I went on a dental trip to Honduras, I also was in a 3 year long religious leadership position at my religious university
 
Just received my interview invitation as well! Scheduled for February 2nd!

Hi Sweettooth326,

I just got my interview invitation for February 2nd too. Can we chat or meet up before then I’m really stress about this and I live in Boston so I would like to know someone there.
 
Going to attend the DMD program this coming August!
If anyone need help with interview lmk! I do mock interviews!


Good luck and stay patient!
Hi,
I just got an interview invite and would like to do a mock interview and ask more questions about the school. Thank you so much for your helps.
 
Has anyone's status changed on AADSAS? I saw some people on BC facebook group saying that their statuses changed to "check back later" or "a decision has been made" for other universities, not WesternU! I'm curious to know if WesternU has changed anyone's status on their portal website or AADSAS?
 
Has anyone's status changed on AADSAS? I saw some people on BC facebook group saying that their statuses changed to "check back later" or "a decision has been made" for other universities, not WesternU! I'm curious to know if WesternU has changed anyone's status on their portal website or AADSAS?
As far as I know, Western does not use AADSAS.

Mine still says "None" just as it always has. I don't see any updates in their own portal for me either.
 
I just applied 3 days ago.... 21 AA, 20 TS ; 3.35 sGPA and 3.23 oGPA......I feel like my chances are basically zero.....how long did it take you guys to hear back? anyone know anyone that applied super late and still got an interview?
 
I just applied 3 days ago.... 21 AA, 20 TS ; 3.35 sGPA and 3.23 oGPA......I feel like my chances are basically zero.....how long did it take you guys to hear back? anyone know anyone that applied super late and still got an interview?
For me it was about a 5 or 6 week turnaround (from when my application was complete to when I received an invitation to interview). If they're still working at that pace, you should still be able to get an interview.

(And best of luck to you!!!)
 
For me it was about a 5 or 6 week turnaround (from when my application was complete to when I received an invitation to interview). If they're still working at that pace, you should still be able to get an interview.

(And best of luck to you!!!)

I don't think they are still working at that pace (well at least not for me!). I my app was complete 9/4 and I still haven't heard anything!
 
I just applied 3 days ago.... 21 AA, 20 TS ; 3.35 sGPA and 3.23 oGPA......I feel like my chances are basically zero.....how long did it take you guys to hear back? anyone know anyone that applied super late and still got an interview?

My app was complete 9/13 and I received an interview invite last week! Best of luck!
 
Does anyone know how Western notifies for acceptances? I'd assume a phone call, but should I constantly be refreshing my email and checking the mailbox on monday?
 
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