UCONN News, Acceptances, and Waitlists

[Giddyup5]

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man uconn is annoying.

guess all we can do is pray and hope. If they really did over enroll thats messed up.

 

[yellowtibby]

Oh man all these waitlists and rejections are scaring me. I plan on applying to Uconn this summer but I only have a 30 mcat (first try) and a 3.6 GPA from a top liberal arts school. I was a summer research fellow at uconn and also participated heavily in their med school volunteer programs. I'm also an in-state resident. I really hope I get in. I loved uconn med the 3 summers I was there for research and clinical volunteering. 🙄

 

[Giddyup5]

Oh man all these waitlists and rejections are scaring me. I plan on applying to Uconn this summer but I only have a 30 mcat (first try) and a 3.6 GPA from a top liberal arts school. I was a summer research fellow at uconn and also participated heavily in their med school volunteer programs. I'm also an in-state resident. I really hope I get in. I loved uconn med the 3 summers I was there for research and clinical volunteering. 🙄

in all honesty i would retake the mcat.

Granted there probably are people with 30's who got in this year i can tell you about my personal experience.

I had a similar mcat with 2 summer research fellowships at the health center and was a middle alternate last year. At that point i got a job as a medical technologist at the health center for the last 6-7 months and shadowed numerous docs who are active in the med school curriculum. What happened this year? I got bumped up to a high alternate.

Bottom line, and some people may disagree with me. Numbers matter ALOT at uconn. Esp compared to other schools i have interviewed/accepted in. If i could go back and do something over...i would have retaken my mcat as soon as i learned i was on the waitlist the first time. Take my experiences for whatever its worth...

 

[Karen12345]

Numbers matter more than anything else if you want to get into UCONN.

 

[yellowtibby]

oh man i thought 30 was a good score. my pre-med counselor told me not to take it again. I think I'll apply and see what happens. I'm sad. 🙁

 

[luitime2585]

30 is fine, not a bad or 'low' score.

UCONN will def based there decisions on multiple factors as was mentioned.


Can anyone who was interviewed provide me with the breakdown of financial aid cost? For example, tuition, fees, books, living cost...for New England Residents.

I would really appreciate the help. Thanks.

 

[surfstarj]

Numbers matter more than anything else if you want to get into UCONN.

I would disagree considering I had a 3.1 science gpa from undergrad. They can only help you but UConn is willing to look past one weak area if the rest is stellar.

 

[Giddyup5]

oh man i thought 30 was a good score. my pre-med counselor told me not to take it again. I think I'll apply and see what happens. I'm sad. 🙁

wasn't implying that it was a bad score or anything like that. I would say that their average mcat for matriculants this year is going to be more like 32/33.

I had a 30 on the last paper mcat test given and my premed advisor said the same thing. And they are partially right that you can def get into med school with a 30. Now if the only school you want to go to is uconn in all honesty i'd go back and re take the mcat. I only took the mcat once and was pretty confident that i could have done better my second time. The reason i didn't retake it was because I was on the waitlist throughout the summer with reason to believe I had a chance to get in....therefore I though "hey if i end up getting in why bother wasting my time?"
If you feel the same way and believe you can score better, go for it.

I know i know...studying and preparing for it again sucks...but for the amount of money it costs to reapply and the amount of effort that goes into the whole applicatoin and interview season.

If i could do it again, i'd retake over the summer.

 

[Giddyup5]

I'll start by a disclamer soo people dont think im bashing uconn. I was a middle alternate last year, and im on the high alternate list this year. If i got in, i really would have a hard decision to make because i'd be saving 40k at uconn but i would be physically and mentally happier at another school. So take my opinion for that...an opinion.

i wouldn't say numbers matter the most, or that there is a magic number you need to get into uconn.

I'd say from my experience the last 2 years people have this misconception that after you get a interview...the playing field becomes level.

IMHO the interview at uconn isn't as important compared to other schools that I have experience with. Basically, everyone who interviews you presents you to the committee where your entire application is examined again.

So if you have average stats gpa/mcat you really need something to wow them at the interview. I thought having research at the health center would be that...to my dissapointment...almost everyone who is applying these days is published or has endless hours of clinical work.

At other schools I interviewed at, I really felt that the process was a 2 way street. As much as we were trying to impress them, they wanted to impress us. Basically, they picked students who really wanted to matriculate there. At these types of schools, interviews matter more. Letters of interest and letters of intent actually had some type of significance. Last year when i sent letters of interest and letters of intent to update my activities and show my sincere interest Dr. Sanford personally told me that they letters had little to no effect unless they get near me on the waiting list.

UConn is a great medical school, no doubt about it. Every school has a right to make their own personal admission criteria. The fact is that only 80 people matriculate which makes it extremely competitive. And sometimes I get the feeling that they know how competitive it is ( and how cheap it is for instaters) to not always put their best foot forward when it comes to impressing us.

 

[luitime2585]

I just want to add to what has been said.

When I interviewed at UCONN, I was told that the MCAT was simply a hurdle that everyone needed to overcome. They said that it didn't matter whether you made it by five feet or two inches, the point is that it not be too low. (note: people who've scored in the twenties have been accepted).

Also,
Some of the student interviewers disclosed to me that admissions really does consider what the student interviewers think. The interview does seem to count. For instance, a question is, 'who in your class does the interviewee most remind you of?'

Therefore, it seems like UCONN admissions is really careful in creating a good dynamic in their classes.

 

[Karen12345]

I would disagree considering I had a 3.1 science gpa from undergrad. They can only help you but UConn is willing to look past one weak area if the rest is stellar.

Sufstarj, I would probably post a similar comment if the committee looked past my weakness and accepted me. Your perspective on things literally depends on where you are sitting. Unfortunately for me, it is not on an acceptance.

 

[Karen12345]

oh man i thought 30 was a good score. my pre-med counselor told me not to take it again. I think I'll apply and see what happens. I'm sad. 🙁

The score is good.

 

[surfstarj]

Sufstarj, I would probably post a similar comment if the committee looked past my weakness and accepted me. Your perspective on things literally depends on where you are sitting. Unfortunately for me, it is not on an acceptance.

Exactly, the lack of predictable outcomes based solely on a candidates numbers reveals that it cannot be the most important thing in gaining admission to UConn.

 

[Karen12345]

It's a crapshoot, that's all.

 

[IrishCol5]

Just got a WL acceptance at Wake Forest. I liked the school, and obviously I'm super excited, but its not my #1 UConn so I'm keeping my fingers crossed.

 

[Karen12345]

Congrats

 

[surfstarj]

30 is fine, not a bad or 'low' score.

UCONN will def based there decisions on multiple factors as was mentioned.


Can anyone who was interviewed provide me with the breakdown of financial aid cost? For example, tuition, fees, books, living cost...for New England Residents.

I would really appreciate the help. Thanks.

Hey Lui, just found this in one of my packets:

regional tuition and fees (NE) were $40,994 for this year. You can gain reclassification to CT resident after the first year and the tuition+fees is under 30K. I don't know too much about books but most schools budget about $1500-$1800. Housing in Farmington/W. Hartford is pricey, but cross the town line into New Britain and it's pretty reasonable. Budget is something like $12-14K for room and board for the year. Correct me if I'm wrong.

Don't you have a scholarship though?

 

[Karen12345]

While it is true that housing seems cheaper in New Britain, living there is likely to contribute to increased car insurance premiums. The extra $300 toward rent may be worth spending in exchange for living in a safer neighborhood and not having to worry about your car being burned or stolen. Just a thought.

 

[surfstarj]

In fact if anyone has concrete numbers on anything but the tuition and fees (which is all i have), I'd really appreciate it. It seems like every school I interviewed at gave me a budget EXCEPT UConn.

 

[surfstarj]

While it is true that housing seems cheaper in New Britain, living there is likely to contribute to increased car insurance premiums. The extra $300 toward rent may be worth spending in exchange for living in a safer neighborhood and not having to worry about your car being burned or stolen. Just a thought.

Well car insurance, I know nothing about. But in terms of living in New Britain, I was referring to the apartments that are between CCSU and Westfarms Mall. Not exactly urban or very dangerous. I know lots of med students who live there.

 

[Karen12345]

The part of New Britain that borders Farmington is pretty nice, but car insurance companies determine your premium based on zip code. The difference in cost may not be that big. I would suggest that people call their companies and ask about differences in premiums before signing their lease agreements.

 

[luitime2585]

Hey Lui, just found this in one of my packets:

regional tuition and fees (NE) were $40,994 for this year. You can gain reclassification to CT resident after the first year and the tuition+fees is under 30K. I don't know too much about books but most schools budget about $1500-$1800. Housing in Farmington/W. Hartford is pricey, but cross the town line into New Britain and it's pretty reasonable. Budget is something like $12-14K for room and board for the year. Correct me if I'm wrong.

Don't you have a scholarship though?

Hey,

Thanks for the figures. I do have a scholarship, but I just wanted to compare figures with another school, specifically, I wanted to compare the extra fees and living expenses since farmington is pretty expensive.

 

[HanginInThere]

I emailed Dr. Sanford this morning to withdraw my acceptance. Good luck to those of you still waiting, hopefully one of you will get my spot...

 

[Giddyup5]

I emailed Dr. Sanford this morning to withdraw my acceptance. Good luck to those of you still waiting, hopefully one of you will get my spot...

THANK YOU!

 

[lorfour]

Hey,

Thanks for the figures. I do have a scholarship, but I just wanted to compare figures with another school, specifically, I wanted to compare the extra fees and living expenses since farmington is pretty expensive.

When did you get your scholarship info? When you were accepted, or did you already get your financial aid package?

 

[IrishCol5]

Can anybody find the cost of admittance breakdown for in-staters on the website? I looked all over today and couldn't find the numbers.

 

[antihero94]

Can anybody find the cost of admittance breakdown for in-staters on the website? I looked all over today and couldn't find the numbers.

They can usually be found by going to "Current Students" Then "Financial Aid." But because they have not yet been determined for the upcoming year, they are not posted yet. Keep an eye out for them though.

MS-IV UConn SOM

 

[Green Doc]

While it is true that housing seems cheaper in New Britain, living there is likely to contribute to increased car insurance premiums. The extra $300 toward rent may be worth spending in exchange for living in a safer neighborhood and not having to worry about your car being burned or stolen. Just a thought.

Haha, this cracks me up, as if New Britain is the background to Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome. A common misconception in my opinion, and one I can't entirely judge since I used to be of the same ilk. The neighborhood near CCSU/Westfarms that everyone is talking about is about as bucolic as central Connecticut gets. Another great neighborhood is the West End.

 

[luitime2585]

Bump.Bump.Bump.


It would be good to talk to other students who are considering UCONN. I think it is not only encouraging, but helpful to remind people of why UCONN is a special place (other than the fact that it is cheaper for instaters).

 

[Giddyup5]

Bump.Bump.Bump.


It would be good to talk to other students who are considering UCONN. I think it is not only encouraging, but helpful to remind people of why UCONN is a special place (other than the fact that it is cheaper for instaters).

IMO the biggest thing uconn has going is its price...i think thats pretty clear...

if you go outside of new england it is considered an above average state school...middle tier. Wasn't trying to burst anyones bubbles...but it is what it is.

 

[surfstarj]

IMO the biggest thing uconn has going is its price...i think thats pretty clear...

if you go outside of new england it is considered an above average state school...middle tier. Wasn't trying to burst anyones bubbles...but it is what it is.

Actually, I don't find the price too appealing. And I'm pretty annoyed at their lack of regular financial aid packages before the May 15th deadline.

I am from a family of 6 with an income less than 30K for my entire life. I already have over $30K debt from undergrad and $ is a big factor for me (EFC=$0) UConn is really disappointing me/pissing me off in this department. I am assuming I will have almost 100% loans and thus it will be very expensive for me to attend UConn. I wish I had some idea of what the cost would be for me. 😡

 

[Karen12345]

Actually, I don't find the price too appealing. And I'm pretty annoyed at their lack of regular financial aid packages before the May 15th deadline.

I am from a family of 6 with an income less than 30K for my entire life. I already have over $30K debt from undergrad and $ is a big factor for me (EFC=$0) UConn is really disappointing me/pissing me off in this department. I am assuming I will have almost 100% loans and thus it will be very expensive for me to attend UConn. I wish I had some idea of what the cost would be for me. 😡

Did your other school offer you fin aid package already?

 

[Karen12345]

IMO the biggest thing uconn has going is its price...i think thats pretty clear...

if you go outside of new england it is considered an above average state school...middle tier. Wasn't trying to burst anyones bubbles...but it is what it is.

I agree.

 

[luitime2585]

Everyone could say what they want about UCONN, but I feel like the program def differs from other mid/low tier schools. No bubbles have been burst, but 20 years down the line when they've expanded as an research institution, along with a new hospital, and more funding, UCONN will no doubt be considered what it already is today, a great medical institution.

So those of us who have UCONN on a med-school diploma should have nothing to fear, just like NYU graduates from the mid-60's who are held in high regard although NYU had not really taken off at that time.

And really, this thread was so much more optimistic early in the cycle, its sad to see that it has lost that.

Point blank...UCONN is more than cheap, and thats why it produces exceptional physicians.

Good luck to you all.

 

[surfstarj]

Did your other school offer you fin aid package already?

Not formally, but when i asked for an estimate they gave it to me that same day. I've been trying to get a Ballpark from UConn and it's just not working.

 

[antihero94]

Actually, I don't find the price too appealing. And I'm pretty annoyed at their lack of regular financial aid packages before the May 15th deadline.

I am from a family of 6 with an income less than 30K for my entire life. I already have over $30K debt from undergrad and $ is a big factor for me (EFC=$0) UConn is really disappointing me/pissing me off in this department. I am assuming I will have almost 100% loans and thus it will be very expensive for me to attend UConn. I wish I had some idea of what the cost would be for me. 😡

Although I cannot speak for the general student, I can tell you my experience. I grew up working class, and had 22k of educational debt for undergrad. I was a New England Regional student my first year and became in-state for my next 3 years. My four years of financial aid breaks down as follows:
Scholarships: $15,556
Grants: $25,075
Subsidized Loans: $59,000
Unsubsidized Loans: $93,147

I borrowed the maximum amounts allowed for living expenses, as the rates were so low you should have.

 

[Karen12345]

20 years down the line when they've expanded as an research institution, along with a new hospital, and more funding, UCONN will no doubt be considered what it already is today, a great medical institution.

New hospital? Some would like a new hospital to bring in profits, but some others (think of major hospitals in the area) will do anything to prevent major expansions. Quite possibly, uconn hospital will have to close down. Not a popular idea, but it is there.

 

[surfstarj]

Although I cannot speak for the general student, I can tell you my experience. I grew up working class, and had 22k of educational debt for undergrad. I was a New England Regional student my first year and became in-state for my next 3 years. My four years of financial aid breaks down as follows:
Scholarships: $15,556
Grants: $25,075
Subsidized Loans: $59,000
Unsubsidized Loans: $93,147

I borrowed the maximum amounts allowed for living expenses, as the rates were so low you should have.

thanks, this is pretty helpful as an idea.

 

[scarletgirl777]

New hospital? Some would like a new hospital to bring in profits, but some others (think of major hospitals in the area) will do anything to prevent major expansions. Quite possibly, uconn hospital will have to close down. Not a popular idea, but it is there.

Isn't the hospital they have now constantly losing money?

 

[luitime2585]

Recent Article: http://www.uchc.edu/ocomm/newsarchive/news08/mar08/uconn_hospital.html

So, what was said is true. The hospital may be in a difficult position, and the "new" hospital may never see the light of day and if it were to do so, it would not be until another 10-20 years from now. However, the state in general is attempting to create a system of strong hospital affiliations with UCHC, which in my mind means that UCONN School of Medicine will eventually span the entire state (i.e. with ties to the major hospitals) and not just a single region.

 

[scarletgirl777]

Recent Article: http://www.uchc.edu/ocomm/newsarchive/news08/mar08/uconn_hospital.html

So, what was said is true. The hospital may be in a difficult position, and the "new" hospital may never see the light of day and if it were to do so, it would not be until another 10-20 years from now. However, the state in general is attempting to create a system of strong hospital affiliations with UCHC, which in my mind means that UCONN School of Medicine will eventually span the entire state (i.e. with ties to the major hospitals) and not just a single region.

Just one impediment to that scenario--Yale. But hopefully, it will work out that way, the state certainly throws a lot of money at UCONN

 

[IrishCol5]

Anybody email Dr. Sanford about alternate status today?

 

[Karen12345]

Isn't the hospital they have now constantly losing money?

Yes, it is constantly losing money. The hospital was never given a chance to actually make money. It was meant to fail from the start.

 

[surfstarj]

I've decided on UConn.

Looking forward to meeting you others and wishing good luck for those still waiting to hear!

 

[luitime2585]

Withdrew from Pitt today...feels great to have gone with my heart...

 

[francis163]

Anybody email Dr. Sanford about alternate status today?

Yes I did. The email he sent out about two months ago said email after May 15th to find out your position. His response, which I just received, said that they had not yet completed the ranking and as a result I should check back in at the beginning of June.

You have got to be kidding me. How much more time do they need?

 

[Karen12345]

Yes I did. The email he sent out about two months ago said email after May 15th to find out your position. His response, which I just received, said that they had not yet completed the ranking and as a result I should check back in at the beginning of June.

You have got to be kidding me. How much more time do they need?

A lot of time.

 

[antihero94]

Hey Guys,

We had our Commencement Ball (Prom) last night, and it made me realize just how much I enjoyed my last 4 years at UConn. I just wanted to say congrads to those who have decided on UConn. You guys are going to love it. You will work your asses off, but will also have a lot of fun, and make some great friends in the process. I am going to miss this place.

To those on the wait-list. Keep holding-out. A member of my class was admitted the night before orientation. And stay positive. Don't bad-mouth the people in admissions. Trust me when I say you do not envy the job they have to do, and they do it well.

So Cheers. Enjoy your Summer. And welcome to Farmington in August!

 

[PokerDoc]

Yes I did. The email he sent out about two months ago said email after May 15th to find out your position. His response, which I just received, said that they had not yet completed the ranking and as a result I should check back in at the beginning of June.

You have got to be kidding me. How much more time do they need?

They did this to me last year... told me to check on may 15th for a concrete idea of where I stood and then when I did that said to check again in June.

 

[francis163]

They did this to me last year... told me to check on may 15th for a concrete idea of where I stood and then when I did that said to check again in June.

PokerDoc, did you get in? When did you hear anything?

For anyone who knows the answer: When do we all think we will begin to hear, whether it be positive or negative?