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[lindandy]

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Has anyone decieded on UNLV? Who are my classmates?

 

[darkwing]

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[sumozmom]

Has anyone decieded on UNLV? Who are my classmates?

When did yo fing out?

 

[lindandy]

When did yo fing out?

I got called Dec 1st, then a letter a few days later. I hope there is more ppl accepting, kinda worried I should have chosen another school.

 

[swtxxxang3l]

Has anyone decieded on UNLV? Who are my classmates?

Hey, do you mind telling me what type of things I will expect in my interview? How is the environment? The interviewers? The questions? etc... Any information will be greatly appreciated. 🙂

 

[lindandy]

Hey, do you mind telling me what type of things I will expect in my interview? How is the environment? The interviewers? The questions? etc... Any information will be greatly appreciated. 🙂

It is very low stress. Know why you want to go to Vegas, if not your first choice don't lie, but be able to convay that you really want to go there. Know your essay, as you will interview with a student and this is the only thing they know about you. The student just wants to make sure you will fit into the class so be very nice, flirt if they are cute. The instructors are great, I BS most of my interviewwhich was really cool and didn't get asked alot of hard questions. Be early, at least 20 minutes, everyone else will be and they started early on mine. make sure you are dressed nice and just relax. Congrats on your interview, good luck!

 

[swtxxxang3l]

It is very low stress. Know why you want to go to Vegas, if not your first choice don't lie, but be able to convay that you really want to go there. Know your essay, as you will interview with a student and this is the only thing they know about you. The student just wants to make sure you will fit into the class so be very nice, flirt if they are cute. The instructors are great, I BS most of my interviewwhich was really cool and didn't get asked alot of hard questions. Be early, at least 20 minutes, everyone else will be and they started early on mine. make sure you are dressed nice and just relax. Congrats on your interview, good luck!

This is very informative... thanks so much! "flirt if they are cute" - I'm looking forward to that hahaha.

 

[Beestieboy]

Don't hate me Andy and Darkwing. I'm going to Creighton instead of UNLV. It was one of the hardest choices of my life and I'm not exaggerating.

 

[dentister]

Don't hate me Andy and Darkwing. I'm going to Creighton instead of UNLV. It was one of the hardest choices of my life and I'm not exaggerating.

Thought you were die hard on UNLV.

 

[lindandy]

Don't hate me Andy and Darkwing. I'm going to Creighton instead of UNLV. It was one of the hardest choices of my life and I'm not exaggerating.

I tried, but I hate you! Good luck at Creighton and moving twice. I need to talk to you about some club related stuff when you have some time, call me.

 

[sumozmom]

Don't hate me Andy and Darkwing. I'm going to Creighton instead of UNLV. It was one of the hardest choices of my life and I'm not exaggerating.

congrats!
how did u finally decide?

 

[Future DDS]

First, sorry to go off the topic a little bit. Besides the greatness about UNLV, how can you live in Vegas for 4 yrs? I'm talking about the weather. The insane sizzling tempt. in the middle of the year, and the blizzard, and the cold ... ?

 

[Beestieboy]

Man, maybe I should have paid the deposits at both schools! I'm 98% sure that I made the right choice but every now and then something creeps up on me and makes me want to go to UNLV.

First of all, I'm in Utah and Creighton has a great compact agreement with Utah. 10 students may be accepted to Creighton and attend their first year at the U of U. Then they move out and go to Creighton the last 3 years. The first year, you pay in-state tuition which is half of normal Creighton out of state tuition. Then, once you are done, if you move back to Utah, you can be reimbursed half a year's tuition for each year you are back in Utah up to 3 years. Hope that makes sense. You end up getting back nearly 20K a year for 3 years. The tuition at UNLV really isn't that bad though since you can get in-state tuition after the first year. Money was only partly a factor. Where my family and I were living was a major factor. I just went out to Creighton and checked out the school and the area around. I talked with a lot of students and asked them where they lived. I checked out the area and just loved it. I knew my family would be better off there than in Vegas. Cost of living is lower (much lower) and....it's not Vegas. The Vegas summers.....nasty. I'm not sure about blizzards and cold though. Not if you're talking about Vegas. Now, UNLV's facilities are nicer than what I saw at Creighton and I would expect them to be. Only Arizona is as new as them. I'm down with textbooks on laptop and all the new gadgetry, but the faculty member at UNLV that interviewed me reminded me that gadgets and technology alone isn't enough to make a good dentist so I couldn't base my decision strictly on that. This was a totally hard decision, no doubt about it. I wish I could just take the facilities at UNLV and stick them in place of Creighton and I would have been set. Both options were good and I had to choose the one with more good for me and my family.

LOL, it's still ok if you hate me though. PM me your number again Andy, I switched phones and lost a bunch of my contacts.

 

[jrd29]

. Where my family and I were living was a major factor. I just went out to Creighton and checked out the school and the area around. I talked with a lot of students and asked them where they lived. I checked out the area and just loved it. I knew my family would be better off there than in Vegas. Cost of living is lower (much lower) and....it's not Vegas. The Vegas summers.....nasty.

I am at UNLV and think that Vegas is a great place to raise a family. I am originally from Utah and have absolutely no qualms about Vegas. The suburbs are amazing and just like every other city in America. The city of Henderson is a more family-friendly city than any other I have lived in. Lots to do for children. I know, I have two.

As for the summers, it is hot. The first one seems unliveable, but after that your blood becomes very thin and it is no big deal. I would much rather take a couple of months of hot weather than the freezing cold of Omaha. I didn't think so the first summer though.

That being said, now that you have made your decision, go with it. You will be a great dentist no matter where you go.

 

[lindandy]

Its too bad you won't be in Vegas, but I am happy you chose the school for you. I did hear that Omaha is nice, and the heat is a small turn off, but I believe it is going to work out. I was a little hestitant, still wondering about OK, but too late now. Do you know if anyone else from school got into the R-DEP program? I thought it was really good on paper, but the U of U facilities was a turn off, and I don't think I am returning to Utah to pratice. I'm under the impression that Vegas is a hot place to practice. Good luck though, and I will call you laters.

 

[JohnUNLV]

In case anyone is interested, I just spoke with the admissions office and the guy told me that they have only accepted around 20 or so students with only about 8 of them being in-state. This is great news for an in-stater like me and may be very good news to others as well.

 

[lindandy]

In case anyone is interested, I just spoke with the admissions office and the guy told me that they have only accepted around 20 or so students with only about 8 of them being in-state. This is great news for an in-stater like me and may be very good news to others as well.

More good news then: Several of those acceted have choosen other schools, so there aer even more openings.

 

[flossin']

I am an in-state student and got accepted at UNLV. I am going to either Case or Nova though so theres another in-state spot open. The facility is really nice I just am not to fond of Vegas and the school is in kind of a crappy part of town... Nice people there too

 

[sumozmom]

I am an in-state student and got accepted at UNLV. I am going to either Case or Nova though so theres another in-state spot open. The facility is really nice I just am not to fond of Vegas and the school is in kind of a crappy part of town... Nice people there too

if that's a crappy area - whats north las vegas - strawberry fields?

 

[lindandy]

I am an in-state student and got accepted at UNLV. I am going to either Case or Nova though so theres another in-state spot open. The facility is really nice I just am not to fond of Vegas and the school is in kind of a crappy part of town... Nice people there too

Is it really worth the money, and moving again to go out of state. What reasons, besides the " crappy Area" do you have for choosing another school? Isn't case almost 100K more?

 

[JohnUNLV]

Is it really worth the money, and moving again to go out of state. What reasons, besides the " crappy Area" do you have for choosing another school? Isn't case almost 100K more?

Charleston and Shadow Lane isnt that crappy, its probably just because of the health district and University Medical Center and a billion small businesses makes it look old and run down, but there arent a lot of residences around there, most students commute to school, summerlin is just like 10 min up Charleston.

Also, the guy in the admissions office told me that 8 instate students CONFIRMED or agreed to go to UNLV, so i dont think any of those will be taking that back.

 

[greenday]

Is it because the fact that UNLV's such a commuter's school? I have friends who can't wait to get out of Vegas after several years of undergrad. Sure partying sometimes could be fun, but attending UNLV hasn't been a great experience for them. It's time for a change.

 

[lindandy]

Would you like to return to Vegas to pratice though? I understand that you can make really good money there. Utah is really saturated with Dentist, plus its Utah. Staying to practice is one reason I chose UNLV, so I hope what i heard is correct.

 

[sumozmom]

Is it because the fact that UNLV's such a commuter's school? I have friends who can't wait to get out of Vegas after several years of undergrad. Sure partying sometimes could be fun, but attending UNLV hasn't been a great experience for them. It's time for a change.

Vegas is more than a strip - I'm from NYC and live on the West Side - there is alot of things to do that a an UnGrad u just don't ecperience. My Und Grad was done in Philly and I can understand about wanting to get out.

There are aloth of opps in LV...city is growing by leaps and bounds. People who have teeth prob everywhere.

Also - UNR has a pretty good residancy prog.

Vegas is centrally located - if you want beach/boating/water struff -u can go to leake mead - california - arizona- UT....only a few hrs away..same with skiing/winter activities.
Wine country is not to far eaither 🙂

On the out skirts you have many beautiful site - esp red rock canyon that provides beautiful and meditative sites. Rock climbing/hiking/waterfalls-get back to nature....

theres a lot more!

 

[danieldoc]

Does anyone know when UNLV is doing there 2nd round of acceptances?
🙁

 

[flossin']

Is it really worth the money, and moving again to go out of state. What reasons, besides the " crappy Area" do you have for choosing another school? Isn't case almost 100K more?

I am from Reno and I don't like Las Vegas. I don't want to live in a place that I don't enjoy. Dental School is difficult enough without being miserable about where you live. I think there needs to be a balance in where you go to school of quality of education and how happy you are about being there.

 

[greenday]

Vegas is more than a strip - I'm from NYC and live on the West Side - there is alot of things to do that a an UnGrad u just don't ecperience. My Und Grad was done in Philly and I can understand about wanting to get out.

There are aloth of opps in LV...city is growing by leaps and bounds. People who have teeth prob everywhere.

Also - UNR has a pretty good residancy prog.

Vegas is centrally located - if you want beach/boating/water struff -u can go to leake mead - california - arizona- UT....only a few hrs away..same with skiing/winter activities.
Wine country is not to far eaither 🙂

On the out skirts you have many beautiful site - esp red rock canyon that provides beautiful and meditative sites. Rock climbing/hiking/waterfalls-get back to nature....

theres a lot more!

You must be mistaken. Anyone can have fun in Vegas. Easy.
I know what you are talking about and have done most of the activities that you mentioned. In fact, I'm going on another hiking trip soon.
However, the school atmosphere at UNLV is more like commuter's school than a real University to many people. In most of my computer science classes I've taken, majority of the students are non traditional, coming back to school, having family and kids, holding jobs at Casinos, clubs etc.
BTW, I finished dual major in Computer Science and Biology at UNLV. If you are interested in UNLV dental, half of this year's undergrad histology class are going for the dental program.

 

[banana slug]

Hi there,
I am in the same predicament as beastieboy was a couple of weeks ago. I just found out I was accepted to UNLV, but I was already accepted to and sent my deposit in to Creighton.
I am from California and have two kids, and UNLV would be closer to family, but I am worried about raising my kids in Vegas. I really liked Omaha, but Creighton is not as technologically advanced as UNLV, and the curriculum is more traditional, as opposed to UNLV's integrated curriculum. Does Vegas have nice communities (good for kids) not too far from the school? Also, at the interview they mentioned that part of the curriculum included giving presentations-does anyone know how often these presentations are? (I hate public speaking) So now I am faced with this decision and don't really know what to do- so any help would be greatly appreciated!

 

[rajmahal1980]

Hi there,
Also, at the interview they mentioned that part of the curriculum included giving presentations-does anyone know how often these presentations are? (I hate public speaking) So now I am faced with this decision and don't really know what to do- so any help would be greatly appreciated!

I would think you would do presentations at most schools. Don't worry about it a lot of people don't like public speaking. After doing a few presentations you will definintely gain confidence. Sometimes facing our fears are the most rewarding experiences.

 

[JohnUNLV]

Hi there,
I am in the same predicament as beastieboy was a couple of weeks ago. I just found out I was accepted to UNLV, but I was already accepted to and sent my deposit in to Creighton.
I am from California and have two kids, and UNLV would be closer to family, but I am worried about raising my kids in Vegas. I really liked Omaha, but Creighton is not as technologically advanced as UNLV, and the curriculum is more traditional, as opposed to UNLV's integrated curriculum. Does Vegas have nice communities (good for kids) not too far from the school? Also, at the interview they mentioned that part of the curriculum included giving presentations-does anyone know how often these presentations are? (I hate public speaking) So now I am faced with this decision and don't really know what to do- so any help would be greatly appreciated!

Summerlin, which is the most gorgeous area, has been named 'the best master planned community in the nation' like 11 straight years is only 10 minutes from campus. Also, Henderson, which is very nice, isnt all that far. It's not like california where 10 miles might take you 2 hours in the morning. In Vegas, everything is 30-40 minutes or less.

 

[sumozmom]

Summerlin, which is the most gorgeous area, has been named 'the best master planned community in the nation' like 11 straight years is only 10 minutes from campus. Also, Henderson, which is very nice, isnt all that far. It's not like california where 10 miles might take you 2 hours in the morning. In Vegas, everything is 30-40 minutes or less.

I'm in Summerlin - it's great for the kids!
Great community - clean -

it's getting $$$ now 🙂

 

[JohnUNLV]

I'm in Summerlin - it's great for the kids!
Great community - clean -

it's getting $$$ now 🙂

What is getting money? Summerlin? Don't they have enough already? hehe

 

[kboyhappy]

So i have an interview on the first week of march, is that too late? I was wondering if anyone knew how full UNLV was and if I really even have a chance. How do they do interviews too? do they interview often (multiple times a week) or do they do large group interviews like pittsburgh?? and how soon do you find out after the interview? any info/tips would be nice...thanks

 

[danieldoc]

How much are you paying to live in Summerlin? I drove through that place while I was down there and it looked liked prices were way to high to afford.

 

[DIRTIE]

I wouldn't want to raise my kids in this town either. Traffic isn't great in the mornings or afternoons, 10 minutes from the school to Summerlin, yah right, try 20 unless you are going at 6 in the morning. Still not terrible.
As far as class presentations, it is group presentations and I only maybe once a semester, really quite laid back.

Hi there,
I am in the same predicament as beastieboy was a couple of weeks ago. I just found out I was accepted to UNLV, but I was already accepted to and sent my deposit in to Creighton.
I am from California and have two kids, and UNLV would be closer to family, but I am worried about raising my kids in Vegas. I really liked Omaha, but Creighton is not as technologically advanced as UNLV, and the curriculum is more traditional, as opposed to UNLV's integrated curriculum. Does Vegas have nice communities (good for kids) not too far from the school? Also, at the interview they mentioned that part of the curriculum included giving presentations-does anyone know how often these presentations are? (I hate public speaking) So now I am faced with this decision and don't really know what to do- so any help would be greatly appreciated!

 

[sumozmom]

How much are you paying to live in Summerlin? I drove through that place while I was down there and it looked liked prices were way to high to afford.

i have a house here already

 

[JohnUNLV]

So i have an interview on the first week of march, is that too late? I was wondering if anyone knew how full UNLV was and if I really even have a chance. How do they do interviews too? do they interview often (multiple times a week) or do they do large group interviews like pittsburgh?? and how soon do you find out after the interview? any info/tips would be nice...thanks

Well, I had my interview today, and it was AWESOME! I was blown away, not a single bad thing to say about the school (except maybe the lack of summer break). Amazing facilities and faculty.

30 students have been accepted, 11 in state and 19 out of state.

Interviews are one with a faculty member and one with a student, both very laid back and conversational. They interview every Thursday, group presentations, but personal interviews.

They said the admissions committee will meet again in 3 weeks and we will find out shortly after that.

Go Rebels!

 

[UtahDDS]

Well well well.... I never thought I was good enough to contribute to the UNLV thread but today I found out that i am accepted. What a releif. I am not exactly sure what is going to happen but things are sounding pretty good down in Vegas.

 

[Tche]

Congratulations! How did you find out?

 

[banana slug]

Well, I made my decision and UNLV it is-I just wanted to say hi to all my future classmates! Does anyone know when classes start? I know it's in September, but do you know what day? BTW- for anyone who has recieved their acceptance packet, what was in it? Mine got lost in the mail and I haven't recieved the new one yet. I'm just wondering if there was anything life-altering in it. Thanks

 

[darkwing]

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[larrybirdfan]

Well well well.... I never thought I was good enough to contribute to the UNLV thread but today I found out that i am accepted. What a releif. I am not exactly sure what is going to happen but things are sounding pretty good down in Vegas.

Hey UtahDDS, its me again wanting to know how and when UNLV let you know that you'd been excepted. Thanks man

 

[UtahDDS]

I called and asked my status... I couldn't believe it; It was like I was in shock! 😀

 

[larrybirdfan]

I called and asked my status... I couldn't believe it; It was like I was in shock! 😀

UtahDDS, if you don't mind would you let us know your stats? Also, are you going to be attending UNLV?

 

[kittylover]

yesterday when I checked my AADSAS status, my UNLV status mysteriously changed to "Offer Made", although nobody called me.

I called to ask and they told me they sent me an acceptance email, which I never received. Did anyone get such email from them? I'm just curious what it looks like.

 

[sumozmom]

yesterday when I checked my AADSAS status, my UNLV status mysteriously changed to "Offer Made", although nobody called me.

I called to ask and they told me they sent me an acceptance email, which I never received. Did anyone get such email from them? I'm just curious what it looks like.

congrats = will u go?

 

[UtahDDS]

yesterday when I checked my AADSAS status, my UNLV status mysteriously changed to "Offer Made", although nobody called me.

I called to ask and they told me they sent me an acceptance email, which I never received. Did anyone get such email from them? I'm just curious what it looks like.

I didn't get the email but I got the letter yesterday!!!

 

[table]

Hi guys,

I found out that I was accepted as well. It was my #1 choice. I really like this school and hope to see some of you in the fall.


😀

 

[fightingspirit]

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[polarnut]

well hello dudes. just got my acceptance for UNLV via mail today. i definitely had my sight on Case, but now....with this....ackk....i'm not so sure anymore. god help me 🙁