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teacher2016 said:
so I wrote a post on this topic in July. It is now September 10th already. No invites, no e-mail from Baylor dental for me. I'm incredibly depressed. My GPA is 3.90; DAT AA/TS/PAT 21/22/21. I completed my application on May 17th. My evaluation packet came in late july.

Can someone please give me some advices? I'm giving up my tiny hope already. I feel like I should move on.
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Give them time. They're still sending out invites.
 
Just curious: When I went to a tour in Baylor. I noticed that almost every student is physically fit. Does Baylor dental pay attention to that factor?
 
teacher2016 said:
Just curious: When I went to a tour in Baylor. I noticed that almost every student is physically fit. Does Baylor dental pay attention to that factor?
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It's probably mainly because those students almost entirely come from Texas colleges which are pretty physically active schools. I know Texas A&M is voted most in shape students in the nation pretty consistently.
 
@Advance can answer that. He and his friend work out instead of studying.
Well I mean, they're smart so they need no studying. Lol
 
^ I guess they do not like Carbohydrates...
like really , NO carb. They only love protein LOL 😛

If in the next 2 weeks I don't get an e-mail. I will probably e-mail Mrs. Pledger and ask about the alternative list. 🙁
 
teacher2016 said:
^ I guess they do not like Carbohydrates...
like really , NO carb. They only love protein LOL 😛

If in the next 2 weeks I don't get an e-mail. I will probably e-mail Mrs. Pledger and ask about the alternative list. 🙁
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I wouldn't do that. there are still many interview days left before December. just be patient. Did you only apply to Baylor? not the other 2?
 
teacher2016 said:
^ I guess they do not like Carbohydrates...
like really , NO carb. They only love protein LOL 😛

If in the next 2 weeks I don't get an e-mail. I will probably e-mail Mrs. Pledger and ask about the alternative list. 🙁
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Calm down cowboy.
Just give them sometimes. It's still early.
I didnt get my interview invite for Baylor until November, and they only notify you like a week in advance. Just relax.
You have done everything you can!
 
teacher2016 said:
If in the next 2 weeks I don't get an e-mail. I will probably e-mail Mrs. Pledger and ask about the alternative list. 🙁
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Don't worry. Even if you don't hear back till December don't freak. This really is a marathon and not a sprint (or however the saying goes I'm the worst at sayings...). Pick up a new hobby. Go workout? It will happen. Hope you applied to more than just A&M though! I know even they recommend to apply to more than just their school.
 
For those of you that have gotten a weeks notice for your interview, are you currently in state?
I'm a TX resident but OOS right now for my masters and just thinkin ahead for flights
 
RR1515 said:
For those of you that have gotten a weeks notice for your interview, are you currently in state?
I'm a TX resident but OOS right now for my masters and just thinkin ahead for flights
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If time is tight, you can ask them to reschedule. They worked with me for flight and stuff when I interviewed
 
1st interview..!!

School: Texas A&M
Notification date: 9/12/16
Interview date: 10/12/16
Method of notification: email
Residency: TX
TMDSAS mail-out date: 7/19/16
GPA (bcpm, overall): 3.45, 3.55
DAT (AA/TS/PAT/Reading/any section below 17): 23/22/26/18/none

I've been waiting so long to post this since last year.. praise the Lord!!
 
jhkang said:
1st interview..!!

School: Texas A&M
Notification date: 9/12/16
Interview date: 10/12/16
Method of notification: email
Residency: TX
TMDSAS mail-out date: 7/19/16
GPA (bcpm, overall): 3.45, 3.55
DAT (AA/TS/PAT/Reading/any section below 17): 23/22/26/18/none

I've been waiting so long to post this since last year.. praise the Lord!!
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Congratulations!!! I can't wait for my turn..


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2nd interview, 1st from Texas!!

School: Texas A&M
Notification date: 9/12/16
Interview date: 10/12/16
Method: email
Residency: TX
TMDSAS mail out: May
GPA: 3.29, 3.51
DAT: 21AA 20TS 24PAT 26RC none below 17

Like the above I have waited so long to be able to post this, hallelujah!!
 
brigdawg521 said:
2nd interview, 1st from Texas!!

School: Texas A&M
Notification date: 9/12/16
Interview date: 10/12/16
Method: email
Residency: TX
TMDSAS mail out: May
GPA: 3.29, 3.51
DAT: 21AA 20TS 24PAT 26RC none below 17

Like the above I have waited so long to be able to post this, hallelujah!!
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:highfive:
 
brigdawg521 said:
2nd interview, 1st from Texas!!

School: Texas A&M
Notification date: 9/12/16
Interview date: 10/12/16
Method: email
Residency: TX
TMDSAS mail out: May
GPA: 3.29, 3.51
DAT: 21AA 20TS 24PAT 26RC none below 17

Like the above I have waited so long to be able to post this, hallelujah!!
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Congrats!!


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For those who interviewed at Houston, do they let you bring your bags with you to keep in their office? Like a carry on luggage?
 
dentistforlifeeee said:
For those who interviewed at Houston, do they let you bring your bags with you to keep in their office? Like a carry on luggage?
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I'm pretty sure they do. They know that some people fly in and have to check out of their hotel before they go to the interview. Where else are you supposed to leave your stuff? Everyone was really nice there too so I don't think they would mind at all.
 
deena44 said:
I'm pretty sure they do. They know that some people fly in and have to check out of their hotel before they go to the interview. Where else are you supposed to leave your stuff? Everyone was really nice there too so I don't think they would mind at all.
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Perfect thank you!


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dentistforlifeeee said:
For those who interviewed at Houston, do they let you bring your bags with you to keep in their office? Like a carry on luggage?
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You'll find yourself with I think 13 other applicants in a conference room. The main table for interviewees is in the middle of the room. There are chairs along the walls to accommodate other guests. I think you can leave your luggage along the walls. I doubt anyone would be crazy enough to steal anything on interview day. At the end of the day, you will return to the conference room. I also think it wouldn't hurt to ask if there could be an alternative safer area to place your luggage. Tip: don't sit at the head of the table.
 
Like no fans ..Idk what kind of people who worrying about where to put his luggage during the interview rather than worrying about the interview itself.. just to let you know what type of people are getting into dental school.


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irishson2 said:
Like no fans ..Idk what kind of people who worrying about where to put his luggage during the interview rather than worrying about the interview itself.. just to let you know what type of people are getting into dental school.


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Uhmmmm... what is wrong about worrying where to put the luggage?
Like if he has to lug the luggage around all day with him throughout the interview, do you think he would be comfortable and be himself during the interview?
And what if that is the case, he has to worry about the luggage and then doesn't do as well on the interview?
So would worrying about where to put the luggage now and knowing that he doesnt have to carry it around will give him a peace of mind, which then will enhance his interview experience?

I mean, I'm just hypothesizing.
 
Carbohydrates said:
Uhmmmm... what is wrong about worrying where to put the luggage?
Like if he has to lug the luggage around all day with him throughout the interview, do you think he would be comfortable and be himself during the interview?
And what if that is the case, he has to worry about the luggage and then doesn't do as well on the interview?
So would worrying about where to put the luggage now and knowing that he doesnt have to carry it around will give him a peace of mind, which then will enhance his interview experience?

I mean, I'm just hypothesizing.
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Agreed. Some people uber around when they visit other cities for interviews and don't have the luxury of leaving their belongings in their car.
 
irishson2 said:
Like no fans ..Idk what kind of people who worrying about where to put his luggage during the interview rather than worrying about the interview itself.. just to let you know what type of people are getting into dental school.


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I'm not sure what your problem is. Some people aren't from Houston and don't have cars to keep their luggage. It's very immature to make a comment like that when you don't know what my situation is.


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dentistforlifeeee said:
I'm not sure what your problem is. Some people aren't from Houston and don't have cars to keep their luggage. It's very immature to make a comment like that when you don't know what my situation is.


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My problem that your concerns is really immatures. Like seriously no matter how important the meeting, they don't mind to bring your luggages in. Have you attend any conference at your school and see people with their luggages?! And of course you don't carry a gigantic luggage with you. Also this forum for Tmdsas serious question at the most sensitive time of the year and your your concerns about luggages is really irrelevant. Last I don't know what kind of future dentist can't find out a way to secure luggages. These are really basic task and it's shameful to bring to this forum that's my problem.. got it ?!



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irishson2 said:
My problem that your concerns is really immatures. Like seriously no matter how important the meeting, they don't mind to bring your luggages in. Have you attend any conference at your school and see people with their luggages?! And of course you don't carry a gigantic luggage with you. Also this forum for Tmdsas serious question at the most sensitive time of the year and your your concerns about luggages is really irrelevant. Last I don't know what kind of future dentist can't find out a way to secure luggages. These are really basic task and it's shameful to bring to this forum that's my problem.. got it ?!



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I don't know what kind of future dentist that acts as condescending as you. Don't call someone out for being immature when it's clear that you are too.


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irishson2 said:
My problem that your concerns is really immatures. Like seriously no matter how important the meeting, they don't mind to bring your luggages in. Have you attend any conference at your school and see people with their luggages?! And of course you don't carry a gigantic luggage with you. Also this forum for Tmdsas serious question at the most sensitive time of the year and your your concerns about luggages is really irrelevant. Last I don't know what kind of future dentist can't find out a way to secure luggages. These are really basic task and it's shameful to bring to this forum that's my problem.. got it ?!



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Arguing with someone like you, who can't even write in proper English, would be a complete waste of my time. Good luck on the application cycle.
 
irishson2 said:
My problem that your concerns is really immatures. Like seriously no matter how important the meeting, they don't mind to bring your luggages in. Have you attend any conference at your school and see people with their luggages?! And of course you don't carry a gigantic luggage with you. Also this forum for Tmdsas serious question at the most sensitive time of the year and your your concerns about luggages is really irrelevant. Last I don't know what kind of future dentist can't find out a way to secure luggages. These are really basic task and it's shameful to bring to this forum that's my problem.. got it ?!



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I really hope you're trolling. How is that immature? I personally had never traveled across the country via airplane before (by myself). These were the exact same questions I had a year ago when I was interviewing.
 
dentistforlifeeee said:
Arguing with someone like you, who can't even write in proper English, would be a complete waste of my time. Good luck on the application cycle.
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Beat me to it laddie. I had to re-read the comments and even then I don't know if I completely understand.

Y u so hard ingleeeesh?


Edit: on a more serious note, just call the school. I had an interview in Maine and talked to the admissions counselor and we made arrangements. If anything, it shows foresight instead of showing up the day of and asking. Even then, they know people are traveling and they know Uber is king, so I wouldn't worry about it too much. Just call. 🙂
 
brigdawg521 said:
Beat me to it laddie. I had to re-read the comments and even then I don't know if I completely understand.

Y u so hard ingleeeesh?


Edit: on a more serious note, just call the school. I had an interview in Maine and talked to the admissions counselor and we made arrangements. If anything, it shows foresight instead of showing up the day of and asking. Even then, they know people are traveling and they know Uber is king, so I wouldn't worry about it too much. Just call. 🙂
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Yeah, I actually decided to check with the hotel I'm staying at and they will let me leave my stuff with them! Thank you for your advice though! 🙂
 
dentistforlifeeee said:
Yeah, I actually decided to check with the hotel I'm staying at and they will let me leave my stuff with them! Thank you for your advice though! 🙂
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That's true. The hotel I stay in let me check out when I left in the morning, but hold on to my luggage and said I can come back to pick it up later.
They also let me use a guess room to shower before I depart the hotel to go to the airport
 
dentistforlifeeee said:
Yeah, I actually decided to check with the hotel I'm staying at and they will let me leave my stuff with them! Thank you for your advice though! 🙂
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I'm happy you got it figured out! I didn't realize you were flying when I answered haha. It was a great place though you'll have a good day!! Good luck!
 
I applied to the three texas schools, but still haven't received an interview from anyone. I was thinking about applying to midwestern arizona as well but I don't know if I'm too late. Really starting to freak out now
sgpa 3.37 ogpa 3.63
21/21/22/23/20
AA/TS/PAT/RC/QR
 
dent1840 said:
I applied to the three texas schools, but still haven't received an interview from anyone. I was thinking about applying to midwestern arizona as well but I don't know if I'm too late. Really starting to freak out now
sgpa 3.37 ogpa 3.63
21/21/22/23/20
AA/TS/PAT/RC/QR
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It's actually depend on the date that your application received by the school. Also it's random process as I learned so you could possibly receive an invitation at any time. However I believe you have solid stat so no need to be freaking out at this early, you may know that they just started interviewing people. Last it doesn't hurt to apply for out of state school if you are welling to relocate out of Texas. The application reviewing is a fair process so applying late not ruin your chances at all. I would say go head and apply to maximize your chances .. best of luck


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dent1840 said:
I applied to the three texas schools, but still haven't received an interview from anyone. I was thinking about applying to midwestern arizona as well but I don't know if I'm too late. Really starting to freak out now
sgpa 3.37 ogpa 3.63
21/21/22/23/20
AA/TS/PAT/RC/QR
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We're in the same shoes right now. I have slightly lower stats than yours and still haven't heard anything either (only applied to Tx schools).




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irishson2 said:
It's actually depend on the date that your application received by the school. Also it's random process as I learned so you could possibly receive an invitation at any time. However I believe you have solid stat so no need to be freaking out at this early, you may know that they just started interviewing people. Last it doesn't hurt to apply for out of state school if you are welling to relocate out of Texas. The application reviewing is a fair process so applying late not ruin your chances at all. I would say go head and apply to maximize your chances .. best of luck


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Thanks so much! I my application was sent to schools on 8/2, but then I had to fix something in it and they updated it on 8/31. I hope this doesn't put my application "in the back of the line"
I still don't know about out of state, chances of moving are like 50/50, but I might as well apply I guess
 
dent1840 said:
I applied to the three texas schools, but still haven't received an interview from anyone. I was thinking about applying to midwestern arizona as well but I don't know if I'm too late. Really starting to freak out now
sgpa 3.37 ogpa 3.63
21/21/22/23/20
AA/TS/PAT/RC/QR
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I'm pretty much in the same position as you, around the same stats:
oGpA 3.48
AA-20 TS-20 PAT-21 RC-23

I applied to all Texas and by they time they got my new scores it was towards the end of August. I decided to apply to a few OOS. Just recently finished supply app for MWU-AZ and they just reviewed it this week but unfortunately got rejected today. I thought I had a strong application but I guess not!

I'd still say to try for it though! Better to take a chance now because you never know what could happen!
 
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Is it worth it to apply at this point? I didn't apply anywhere this cycle because I thought my stats were too low, but I'm starting to see that there wouldn't be much harm in trying... 3.1 GPA 20AA DAT. It's just 150 bucks so why not right?
 
Gymgivitis said:
Is it worth it to apply at this point? I didn't apply anywhere this cycle because I thought my stats were too low, but I'm starting to see that there wouldn't be much harm in trying... 3.1 GPA 20AA DAT. It's just 150 bucks so why not right?
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If you're a Texas resident, why not.. Better to try than never know!
 
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