University of North Texas (UNTHSC/TCOM) Discussion Thread 2015 - 2016

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Ya man i dont know what to tell you. Also forgot to mention I am a URM. Im ok with the rejection, just kind of wierd for it it to come this early. Wasnt expecting it at all

 

[Skier92]

You should also know that TCOM will be P/F for the Class of 2020, and that OMM exam questions are worth 8 "points" because you get 1 point just for showing up to class. By doing this, they make getting an exam question correct more valuable than sitting in lecture. OMM exams are also really easy and have a class average of over 90%, so don't worry about them.

Hey LChristmas, thanks for the advice. Are you a current TCOM student? I have a couple specific questions about the school, and was wondering if we could chat in more detail (either by skype, phone, or email) at some point this or next week?

 

[random9488]

The application has been reviewed status has been implicated as a form of rejection in and of itself.

So if we have already interviewed and our status says : 'Your application is under review' and then below that 'Your application is complete.' .... we're still in the running right? Sorry for the confusion.

 

[LChristmas]

Hey LChristmas, thanks for the advice. Are you a current TCOM student? I have a couple specific questions about the school, and was wondering if we could chat in more detail (either by skype, phone, or email) at some point this or next week?

Yes I'm a current student. I would be happy to answer any question you have if you PM me on here.

 

[LChristmas]

So if we have already interviewed and our status says : 'Your application is under review' and then below that 'Your application is complete.' .... we're still in the running right? Sorry for the confusion.

Yes, you're fine.

 

[Cawolf]

So if we have already interviewed and our status says : 'Your application is under review' and then below that 'Your application is complete.' .... we're still in the running right? Sorry for the confusion.

Yes.

 

[House D.O.]

Ya man i dont know what to tell you. Also forgot to mention I am a URM. Im ok with the rejection, just kind of wierd for it it to come this early. Wasnt expecting it at all

Thats insane? I dont see any reason for them to reject you. You stats are above average especially if you are URM. Can you think of anything else that took you out of the running? Like no enough healthcare exposure, not sociable, didn't know DO in interview? Im stunned you got denied and I feel for you!

 

[Skier92]

Yes I'm a current student. I would be happy to answer any question you have if you PM me on here.

thanks a million. I sent you a PM.

 

[Ceramium]

Well, I am OOS and my application still says "Your application has been received". I've been complete since 7/2 so I'm going to assume this is a silent rejection.

I'm not very surprised though. I knew it was a longshot and applied anyways since I've been living in Texas for a little bit (but for tuition purposes I'm still OOS, long story) and because I have extensive experience regarding osteopathic medicine.

 

[llanoestacado]

Well, I am OOS and my application still says "Your application has been received". I've been complete since 7/2 so I'm going to assume this is a silent rejection.

I'm going to just assume the same. I'm IS but I was complete 6/15 so I'd bet I'm out of luck here

 

[Jzen12]

Same IS, complete since 7/1. LizzyM 67 looking like a silent rejection 🙁

 

[Yoshida]

Same IS, complete since 7/1. LizzyM 67 looking like a silent rejection 🙁

I wouldn't say that yet, this school seems to have little rhyme or reason to who they send interviews to and when. The application will say "reviewed" if you get rejected.

 

[LChristmas]

Keep in mind that prematch offers won't start coming out until November 15th, so it's going to be awhile until anyone IS gets good news. Expect silence until then.

 

[costales]

October is a bit early. I've been told that most matriculants - i.e. people who show up in July - come from the match. Good luck to all!

 

[Cawolf]

Think OOS may see some acceptances starting Thursday?

 

[Dr.Pilot]

Think OOS may see some acceptances starting Thursday?

I sincerely hope so!

 

[Squad]

I sincerely hope so!

Admission director told me on my interview day that it would a couple weeks after October 15th for out of state offers.

 

[Cawolf]

Admission director told me on my interview day that it would a couple weeks after October 15th for out of state offers.

When was that?

 

[Squad]

When was that?

My interview date was 9/25

 

[Cawolf]

My interview date was 9/25

Hmm, I wonder if all people will wait until they told you. I interviewed in mid-August, so it is possible I guess?

 

[Dr.Pilot]

Admission director told me on my interview day that it would a couple weeks after October 15th for out of state offers.

Yeah I also interviewed in August and seemed to recall them saying that they would in fact give some OOS acceptances on Oct 15th.

 

[mia123]

So for those who applied late and have a low MCAT who feel like they have no chance... TMDSAS submitted mid Sept., secondary complete early Oct., received II (online, no call yet).
High GPA, 2 MD letters + committee letter, non-trad, no direct DO experience, unbalanced MCAT

 

[Yoshida]

So for those who applied late and have a low MCAT who feel like they have no chance... TMDSAS submitted mid Sept., secondary complete early Oct., received II 10/12 (online, no call yet).
High GPA, 2 MD letters + committee letter, non-trad, no direct DO experience, low score on the PS section of the new MCAT, high verbal.
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EDIT: Also by low, I mean LOW. Not SDN LOW, but you shouldn't have applied this cycle low. On the opposite end is my verbal score. I used part of the secondary to explain my low MCAT.

Yeah what is going on with this school? I have an AVG MCAT for the school, AVG GPA for the school, DO experience, and a graduate degree. My app was complete in June. No II. sigh

 

[csivet21]

@Yoshida I'm in the same boat you are. I'm IS resident as well. Not sure why I haven't heard anything.

 

[Aspiring Aggie Dr]

Should i get a letter of rec from a DO if I already received a II?

 

[JeBrAs]

Interviews go on for a while. I wouldn't be freaking out just yet. Plenty of my classmates interviewed in December and then matched in February.

 

[Dr.Pilot]

Should i get a letter of rec from a DO if I already received a II?

I would say that is not necessary if you already have an interview.

 

[premedhopeful2016]

So for those who applied late and have a low MCAT who feel like they have no chance... TMDSAS submitted mid Sept., secondary complete early Oct., received II 10/12 (online, no call yet).
High GPA, 2 MD letters + committee letter, non-trad, no direct DO experience, low score on the PS section of the new MCAT, high verbal.
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EDIT: Also by low, I mean LOW. Not SDN LOW, but you shouldn't have applied this cycle low. On the opposite end is my verbal score. I used part of the secondary to explain my low MCAT.

wow that's a fast turn around though. congrats!

 

[mia123]

wow that's a fast turn around though. congrats!

Thank you! 🙂

Yeah what is going on with this school? I have an AVG MCAT for the school, AVG GPA for the school, DO experience, and a graduate degree. My app was complete in June. No II. sigh

My post wasn't meant as an affront to anyone who did not yet get an II. It was more so meant as a message of hope to late applicants. Other than those 2 factors (late and low P/S section), I'm generally a very strong applicant. My personal statement also resonates strongly with a DO framework, although not intentional, which I realized after tying it into my secondary.

 

[xxabi]

I'm a little confused about the wording of the status on the website based on everyone's comments. Does 'This application is Complete.' mean that my application is 'under review' or will it change to 'under review' on the process has begun? I'm OOS who submitted my secondary 9/21, however my DO letter just went in last week. not sure if this makes a difference.

Thanks for the assistance!

 

[Yoshida]

Thank you! 🙂



My post wasn't meant as an affront to anyone who did not yet get an II. It was more so meant as a message of hope to late applicants. Other than those 2 factors (late and low P/S section), I'm generally a very strong applicant. My personal statement also resonates strongly with a DO framework, although not intentional, which I realized after tying it into my secondary.

No worries I think many of us who turned our stuff in really early are just confused with how they are picking interviews at this point. I've gotten interviews at other schools, but I would really like to get the chance to interview here.

 

[Cawolf]

I'm a little confused about the wording of the status on the website based on everyone's comments. Does 'This application is Complete.' mean that my application is 'under review' or will it change to 'under review' on the process has begun? I'm OOS who submitted my secondary 9/21, however my DO letter just went in last week. not sure if this makes a difference.

Thanks for the assistance!

You need to look at what it says on top of the table, not under.


Your application is under review. <- - - - - here, what does it say for you?

{TABLE}

This application is Complete.

Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine

Phone: 800 535 TCOM

Contact: [email protected]

 

[Yoshida]

I'm a little confused about the wording of the status on the website based on everyone's comments. Does 'This application is Complete.' mean that my application is 'under review' or will it change to 'under review' on the process has begun? I'm OOS who submitted my secondary 9/21, however my DO letter just went in last week. not sure if this makes a difference.

Thanks for the assistance!

How i understand it is there is a "this is complete section" that never changes. There is another section above that which says "received" which will change to "reviewed".

 

[Yoshida]

You need to look at what it says on top of the table, not under.


Your application is under review. <- - - - - here, what does it say for you?

{TABLE}

This application is Complete.

Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine

Phone: 800 535 TCOM

Contact: [email protected]

Yeah mine says received, which to me means they haven't even looked at it yet, despite being done in June.

 

[Cawolf]

Yeah mine says received, which to me means they haven't even looked at it yet, despite being done in June.

Yes, my status is post-interview.

I went from received, to interview invite, to under review. I understand that "reviewed" is generally a rejection.

 

[xxabi]

You need to look at what it says on top of the table, not under.


Your application is under review. <- - - - - here, what does it say for you?

{TABLE}

This application is Complete.

Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine

Phone: 800 535 TCOM

Contact: [email protected]

Thank you for responding so quickly! It says

"Your application has been received. Please check your "to do" list for any outstanding items." (And I have no outstanding items). So I guess I am okay and should be thankful that my status is not reviewed.

Thank you for all your help!

 

[Yoshida]

Yes, my status is post-interview.

I went from received, to interview invite, to under review. I understand that "reviewed" is generally a rejection.

Well I hope that isn't the case or you get into another school. Good Luck!

 

[Cawolf]

Thank you for responding so quickly! It says

"Your application has been received. Please check your "to do" list for any outstanding items." (And I have no outstanding items). So I guess I am okay and should be thankful that my status is not reviewed.

Thank you for all your help!

No problem, that status simply means that no decision has been made. It cannot really tell you anything, other than you are still in the running.

Well I hope that isn't the case or you get into another school. Good Luck!

Thanks, I am still Under Review, so fingers crossed!

 

[random9488]

my.unt portal says I was Admitted!!! No phone call or official email yet, but that's good enough for me!

OOS Applicant, Interviewed in August, LizzyM ~ 71. So happy, I loved this school!

 

[ChackieJan]

Accepted!!!!

 

[Dr.Pilot]

Accepted!!!!

Did you get the email? When did you interview?

 

[random9488]

Did you get the email? When did you interview?

I have not received an email yet, but my portal says 'Congratulations! You have been admitted. Formal notification will be sent by mail.'

Has anyone received an actual email/phone call yet?

 

[ChackieJan]

Did you get the email? When did you interview?

I didn't get the email. I just checked my portal. I interviewed sept. 1st.

 

[rederza]

I really like this school Can't wait till Nov 15th! Could be the best birthday of my life or the worst lol

 

[Aspiring Aggie Dr]

Adcom is already telling people they're admitted??

 

[random9488]

Accepted - OOS! 🙂

Did you check your portal to find out? Or did your receive an email/phone call?

 

[intuitivedoc2016!]

Hey yall..for those who got an interview...how soon did you get an interview agenda...and were you able to receive an email confirmation? Also, who was your contact person in the TCOM admissions office?

 

[FutureDO08]

I really like this school Can't wait till Nov 15th! Could be the best birthday of my life or the worst lol

I'm still waiting for a response here but are you interviewing on your birthday? I interviewed at another program and was accepted on my birthday lol, it was pretty awesome

 

[rederza]

I'm still waiting for a response here but are you interviewing on your birthday? I interviewed at another program and was accepted on my birthday lol, it was pretty awesome

Nope 🙂 im a tx resident, we get our pre matches Nov 15! I never thought my birthday was on an interesting day at all but it literally is for a large group of students now lol.

I interviewed here....last Friday!

 

[FutureDO08]

Nope 🙂 im a tx resident, we get our pre matches Nov 15! I never thought my birthday was on an interesting day at all but it literally is for a large group of students now lol.

I interviewed here....last Friday!

Oh awesome! I should have read more lol, I was just scanning on my app and saw. I hope it goes well for you! You've got some luck on your side! I'm tx too!