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Kinda glad to hear that someone else is in the same boat DrPibble, I was kinda worried there for a second. I'll keep you guys updated and let you know as soon as I hear anything.
To give you an idea, my stats are: 3.68/3.6/26 (10/7/9), with awards, research, a publication, teaching/hospital experience. I applied late, was interviewed in April, and am actually in the 2nd standby position, meaning that I could start this fall (like a ,<1% chance of that happening) or will start in the fall of 2015 (assuredly will happen). Just nail your secondary and get it in early and I think you'll, at least, get an interview.
Well your gpa is significantly better than mine but I will be sending in the secondary as soon as I get it (which should be soon because I'm already verified), so hopefully that'll work in my favor. I have good ECs but no publication. Some schools look for a desire to serve the under served, others look for people that can teach themselves, what would you say tuncom is looking for?
I like where your head is at, already thinking ahead 👍. Of course you know that they will, just like any other medical school, ask you why you are interested in their school specifically. My suggestion is to be honest. When I was interviewed, I emphasized that I was drawn to the school because of their dedication to service to the community through medical clinics, outreaches, etc, in addition to how close the campus community is. I don't necessarily think they're looking for one answer, but rather they want to get to know you as a person. They want to see what your thoughts are and where your heart is, so just speak from there. Also, make sure that you address your weaknesses in a positive manner when they ask about them through your portfolio, such as what you learned from it, how you improved, and how you intend to do better in school. Stay positive and stay calm and you'll stand out.
I am pretty sure secondaries haven't even been sent so I think you are fine
Nope.
Nothing yet.
Pretty much everyone does unless you are located in: Erie/SH, Bradenton, or Ft. Lauderdale.
Touro California stated the same thing, I just filled out what was asked in the application. I think it is to prevent people from applying who haven't received a secondary invite.
I did bullet points then a sentence describing it. Everything is in the AACOMAS application, so I figured there was no point in doing it again
