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[DrMetal]

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WTF? That really sucks, I'm sorry. You seem more than qualified. Make sure you get medically cleared, etc. by the deadline so you are able to remain on the alt list, in case they pull people from it.

Do you have other acceptances or pending interview decisions? Have you applied for HPSP?

ditto Broc, you got a great app. WTF indeed. Anything eventful happen during your interview? What service preference did you list?

 

[TheGoose]

Ya know, if you bug enough people for long enough, I bet ya you might find something hopeful out there. Truthfully, that post-bacc doesn't sound that bad at all, its free, and the courses are probably interesting as well. The only question is if it counts towards retirement.

I read somewhere on the internet that you are an E5 paygrade for the post bacc year before you move to O1....not sure if it counts towards retirement and im also not sure how it works if you are unsuccessful. The question there is are you an E5 with a commitment to the MSC left over or are you let go and just paid as an E5

 

[Brocimus]

I'm already medically cleared. I looked over the forums for class of 2011 and 2012. I did not see anyone who posted that was accepted off the alt list. I put Army as my #1 and nothing really eventful happend during my interviews. The faculty interviewer said he really liked me. Not sure what's going on.

My apps were in too late for the other schools I applied to. No interview offers yet. I guess I will try again next year.

 

[SirGecko]

Well this sucks, I thought you guys would be getting spots for sure... I don't think this bodes well for me.

 

[DrMetal]

I'm already medically cleared. I looked over the forums for class of 2011 and 2012. I did not see anyone who posted that was accepted off the alt list. I put Army as my #1 and nothing really eventful happend during my interviews. The faculty interviewer said he really liked me. Not sure what's going on.

My apps were in too late for the other schools I applied to. No interview offers yet. I guess I will try again next year.

Ya know, given the strength of your application, it might be a good idea to call the admissions office and ask them about the decision, just to see if you could pry anything out of them (not sure if they'll give any info up, but it might be worth a shot). It doesn't make any sense that you got alt. listed. Your GPA is a little lower than average, but not by that much, and you have a rockin MCAT score. At the very least, maybe admissions can give you some info to help improve your chances for next year. Best of luck!

 

[Sarg's kid]

Bad news, folks. Got the letter today - alt list. 🙁. My stats:

Complete September. Interviewed 11/20.
3.6 cum GPA, 3.4 BCPM, 34M MCAT.

2-year mission to Germany for church. 6 months research. Tons of volunteer/service. Other stuff.

I hate to call this flag, but do you think that your 2 year mission hurt you? I ask because mine went the same way. #1 Army, interviewed in september and I got straight rejected. (Your stats are better, fo sho, though.) I had a whole chat with the interviewer about my mission and he told me about different LDS people that he knew at the school. HE acted like it was a good thing, but you have to wonder if somewhere in the adcom back room it wasn't viewed as a strength?

I don't know and I'm not trying to stirr up trouble. I just wonder myself as I've been doing my rejection postmortem, if they are avoiding the semmingly "religious types."

 

[Sarg's kid]

Hi Friends!

I interviewed 11/13. After completing multiple "quests" (i.e. completing 5 remedials =P) I received my rejection letter on 02/05. However, my question is do they always send out rejection letters considering dejected applicants to their USUHS Post-Baccalaureate Program? It states that "During April, your file will be reviewed with many others to determine your suitability for the program."

Is it naive of me to think that this is my silver lining to the dark cloud of rejection? Can anyone tell me more about this offer? After completing the 11 month curriculum which is a "condensed version of the first year medical school curriculum" is that a guaranteed acceptance to medical school the following year? The letter goes on to say that "there is no tuition required, and participants are furnished with a stipend to cover academic expenses and the cost of living."

Thank you for your help in advance!

In my post rejection haze of anger and bitter disappointment, I do remember reading that. I think that if they straight reject you, then they consider you for this. I hadn't focused on it much though. We'll see in April I guess.

 

[LikesScience]

There are a bunch of Mormons at USUHS, but they are pretty much all Air Force.

 

[Brocimus]

USUHS has a long tradition with Mormons. I don't see why that would have changed this year. I know of a few from BYU who have been accepted this year. So, I don't think that was a factor.

 

[dwb8p]

The whole religion thing is kind of weird..

 

[KNEEMO]

I had heard grumblings about this program as well and called the admissions office this morning. The program is by invitation only so there is no published material about it floating around.

The program is only offered to students who have been rejected by the admissions committee and for those that they believe would be a good match for the program. According to the admissions office, there is a guaranteed spot in the class "upon successful completion of the program".

Unfortunately, the program is not offered to applicants placed on the alternate list (such as myself) because we were deemed "successful applicants". I think this is kind of silly because it just relegates those of us on the alternate list to apply again through the normal channels and hope to get in next cycle. For someone like myself who is planning to go to an SMP program for a year (assuming i dont get picked up off the alt list), I would much rather spend the year that i have to take off anyways studying at USUHS and guaranteeing myself a position in the next class. This policy [re: alternate list applicants] doesnt make much sense to me.

THANK YOU for the info!!!

 

[yoruichi88]

Oh man. Those stats are much better than mine. I just was interviewed in Jan so I guess no chance for me. Damn.

 

[chewsnuffles]

Public service announcement for non-priors:

When you fill out your security form, for your own sanity, make sure that you photo copy it BEFORE you send it off. I talked with the security guy today and mine got lost somehow, and he said for some reason this happens a lot if you don't have a certified delivery.

(fyi I had a photocopy, so I am fine, but thanks for caring)

 

[NavyFP]

Public service announcement for non-priors:

When you fill out your security form, for your own sanity, make sure that you photo copy it BEFORE you send it off. I talked with the security guy today and mine got lost somehow, and he said for some reason this happens a lot if you don't have a certified delivery.

(fyi I had a photocopy, so I am fine, but thanks for caring)

Mine has been lost 3 times over my career. Very good advice.

 

[TheGoose]

Ya know, given the strength of your application, it might be a good idea to call the admissions office and ask them about the decision, just to see if you could pry anything out of them (not sure if they'll give any info up, but it might be worth a shot). It doesn't make any sense that you got alt. listed. Your GPA is a little lower than average, but not by that much, and you have a rockin MCAT score. At the very least, maybe admissions can give you some info to help improve your chances for next year. Best of luck!

Due to the fact that applicants on the alternate list are considered successful candidates and still in the running for a spot to matriculate, the admissions office will not give any information regarding your application.

If an alternate list candidate is not selected for matriculation, you can ask, in writing (email) for where your file was deemed deficient and they'll respond.

 

[Brocimus]

Due to the fact that applicants on the alternate list are considered successful candidates and still in the running for a spot to matriculate, the admissions office will not give any information regarding your application.

If an alternate list candidate is not selected for matriculation, you can ask, in writing (email) for where your file was deemed deficient and they'll respond.

This is lame! So, I won't be able to get any information until August, really. That helps a lot when putting my apps together for next year.

 

[DrMetal]

Mine has been lost 3 times over my career. Very good advice.

It's odd that they're making you guys fill out the paper version of the clearance request (you're talking about the SF86?). There's a new web-based application now called E-QIPS, I just used it to renew my clearance (maybe it can't be used for new clearance applications). It's a really simple, pull-down menu style application, at the end of which you get a pdf copy. Mine's was processed in 2 months (ungodly fast for anything DOD pertaining to clearances).

Also they're moving away from any clearance documentation on paper (hard copies). So when it's all said and done, you should be in this system called JPAS. They should be able to look you up with your SSN to verify that you're good to go.

 

[DrMetal]

Due to the fact that applicants on the alternate list are considered successful candidates and still in the running for a spot to matriculate, the admissions office will not give any information regarding your application.

If an alternate list candidate is not selected for matriculation, you can ask, in writing (email) for where your file was deemed deficient and they'll respond.

Roger that, thanks for the clarification. that sux.

 

[Sandro Hit]

Years ago I received the wait list letter too. I was a late applicant and did not interview until mid January. I had similiar scores as both of you. I found out less than a month before school started that I was in. The wait list moves faster than you think (especially for Army and Navy!)

Relax and know that if you apply early next year, you won't be waitlisted. If I were I would just plan on moving to Bethesda. Congratulations and I look forward to working with you in the years to come.

 

[dwb8p]

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[valleus]

Ha, so I guess this is the most popular usuhs forum? I just got accepted to Air Force off of the waitlist and am definitely attending.
Can anyone help me out with these questions:
How long does it take the security clearance to be passed off? Do they then send the unconditional letter? When should we secure housing? Is there a list of Air Force rotation sites? When does orientation start in August?
Thanks

 

[mslall]

Ha, so I guess this is the most popular usuhs forum? I just got accepted to Air Force off of the waitlist and am definitely attending.
Can anyone help me out with these questions:
How long does it take the security clearance to be passed off? Do they then send the unconditional letter? When should we secure housing? Is there a list of Air Force rotation sites? When does orientation start in August?
Thanks

1.) Takes about 2 weeks for the SF86 to be cleared
2.) Yes, once you're cleared through security and DoDMERB
3.) wondering the same myself
4.) I'm fairly certain rotation sites aren't limited by service, ie, in your 3rd and 4th year you can rotate at any service's medical facilities. I think the air force's MTF's are Williford Hall, Keesler, Wright-Patt, and Travis.....not sure though
5.) answer is on that yellow sheet you got in orientation. I dont have that on me right now but i think its around august 10th. Army OBC ends July 28th and i think report date is august 3rd-8th.

 

[Cadams1]

Bad news, folks. Got the letter today - alt list. 🙁. My stats:

Complete September. Interviewed 11/20.
3.6 cum GPA, 3.4 BCPM, 34M MCAT.

2-year mission to Germany for church. 6 months research. Tons of volunteer/service. Other stuff.

Is there anything I can do to improve my chances this year?

LOL this is bad news for me. I interviewed Jan 29, MCAT 31, 3.6 GPA. Sorry to hear it man.

 

[chewsnuffles]

Questions:

1) For the Army OBC that USUHS students attend, is that just for USUHS, or are Army HPSP included as well?

2) For those in the Army "summer camp", how are you all planning your summers/when are you making the move to DC?

3) People talk about medical schools having a "teaching hospital" attached. Is it the NNMC or Walter Reed for USUHS?

4) Now into hypotheticals: in 4 years, is the US mil going to have the unified medical program? Do you think there is a chance that we will be able to rotate and/or apply for residency in any of the three branches? (I am pretty set on MAMC, but I am quite envious of some of the spots that the Navy people get)

 

[DrMetal]

Questions:

1) For the Army OBC that USUHS students attend, is that just for USUHS, or are Army HPSP included as well?

I know this was the case for the Navy ODS, probably so for the other services as well. Doesn't matter, it's all the same training. You might have to stay a week longer for extra leadership courses, but you'll know this well in advance

2) For those in the Army "summer camp", how are you all planning your summers/when are you making the move to DC?

Set up your PCS move (permananet change of station, i.e. from home to bethesda) before you go to summer camp, unless you have good reason not to. Your stuff will sit in storage for a few weeks. When you land in MD and find a place, you can call to have them delivered.

Word of advice! If something is really valuable, don't let the military move it (store it yourself, say with your parents, and have them ship it out to you). I don't mean to preach mistrust here. For the most part, all of my previous moves went very smoothly. But I've heard of people "losing" some important stuff. Nor do I mean to suggest that you should UPS half of your stuff yourself (that would be a drag). For instance, I've let them move all of my furniture, TVs, major electronics, desktop computers (backed up the harddrive!) . . . .but some of my guitars I ship myself (I'd jump out a window if anything happend to my 1991 Ernie Ball Eddie Van Halen MusicMan).

3) People talk about medical schools having a "teaching hospital" attached. Is it the NNMC or Walter Reed for USUHS?

Yes, both are facilities where we'll do rotations. They are in the process of combining the two (you may have noticed all of the construction at NNMC). They're moving Walter Reed to NNMC. It's slated to be done in 2011, just in time for our 3rd year.

4) Now into hypotheticals: in 4 years, is the US mil going to have the unified medical program? Do you think there is a chance that we will be able to rotate and/or apply for residency in any of the three branches? (I am pretty set on MAMC, but I am quite envious of some of the spots that the Navy people get)

This would be great! I think the DOD is heading this way, but unlikely to happen in 4 years.

 

[SirGecko]

Well I just got my letter and I am on the waitlist as well. For those interested I interviewed on the 20th of November and it looks like the class is full for the Navy at this point. Hopefully we'll see tons of waitlist movement and this won't be a weird anomaly of a year. God willing I'd love to be in Bethesda next year.

 

[DrMetal]

Well I just got my letter and I am on the waitlist as well. For those interested I interviewed on the 20th of November and it looks like the class is full for all services at this point. Hopefully we'll see tons of waitlist movement and this won't be a weird anomaly of a year. God willing I'd love to be in Bethesda next year.

That's good news, congrats! Yeah let's hope for a lot of movement. Just out of curiosity, what's the date on your letter? (I wonder why they took so long. My letter is dated 2/6. I also interviewed 11/20)

 

[SirGecko]

That's good news, congrats! Yeah let's hope for a lot of movement. Just out of curiosity, what's the date on your letter? (I wonder why they took so long. My letter is dated 2/6. I also interviewed 11/20)

Thanks! I'm cautiously excited about it. My letter was dated 2/12. The holdup was that they apparently didn't have my LOA. I thought that the Navy would send them a copy automatically but apparently they didn't. (I thought they had it since I thought they wouldn't interview me without it. I also didn't physically get that letter until this semester, the Navy can be slow sometimes.)

 

[DrMetal]

Thanks! I'm cautiously excited about it. My letter was dated 2/12. The holdup was that they apparently didn't have my LOA. I thought that the Navy would send them a copy automatically but apparently they didn't. (I thought they had it since I thought they wouldn't interview me without it. I also didn't physically get that letter until this semester, the Navy can be slow sometimes.)

Ok, well it didn't delay you that much. My LOA was in a long time ago and the difference b/w yours and mine is only 6 day.

BTW I talked to the adm office last week, and they confirmed that only a slight preference is given to those who interviewed earlier (when selecting off of the waitlist). Whenever a spot opens up, they re-evaluate the whole waitlist and give everybody a second look. So someone on it w/ a 2/26 interview could easily be selected over someone with a 11/20 interview. Sucks but oh well.

I guess the next big date for us will be 5/15 , but I hope we don't have to wait that long.

 

[SirGecko]

Ok, well it didn't delay you that much. My LOA was in a long time ago and the difference b/w yours and mine is only 6 day.

BTW I talked to the adm office last week, and they confirmed that only a slight preference is given to those who interviewed earlier (when selecting off of the waitlist). Whenever a spot opens up, they re-evaluate the whole waitlist and give everybody a second look. So someone on it w/ a 2/26 interview could easily be selected over someone with a 11/20 interview. Sucks but oh well.

I guess the next big date for us will be 5/15 , but I hope we don't have to wait that long.

Yeh, I really hope I don't have to wait that long because my commissioning ceremony for NROTC is May 8th and I think I don't get officially commissioned unless I have an acceptance by then. (I have until the 1st of June to get an acceptance or I have to choose another designator)

If only they hadn't filled up right before they got to us! Cest la vie.

 

[giuseppe]

I received this e-mail yesterday,

Cadet, Congratulations on being accepted to USUHS! I have attached your USUHS contract package documents for you to complete and have back to me by 13 March 2009. You will not complete your oath (FM 133) into the MSC corps until you are contacted by AFPC/DPAME that you have been approved by the SECDEF to oath. Oath approval could take 60 to 90 days from the date of this email. By law you cannot oath until the SECDEF authorizes you to do so.

Please be sure to complete all other attached documents in this package except for your oath (FM 133) by 13 March 2009.


My question is, if I send these documents in do I automatically forfeit my acceptance to other schools? Or does that take place through AMCAS....?

 

[SirGecko]

I think that to the schools themselves it might have no effect but to the Air Force it might. I know that for me as NROTC I get a different designator attached depending on if I accept USUHS or HPSP so maybe this has something to do with that for you? I'd ask whoever is advising you on commissioning. (there has got to be someone at the AFA who knows about this stuff right?)

edit: you may also find some people that have recieved this paperwork already on the class of 2013 thread http://forums.studentdoctor.net/showthread.php?t=567903&page=5 they might be able to help you if you don't get a better response than mine here.

 

[natesgirl]

sorry back again with more questions- not sure if i should have started another thread or what but...
for those of you that have spouses and even children also how hard is school?
I ask because several people have told DH that I am going to have one heck of a time and it's going to be hard on us and our family... and I am just wondering if this might be true? I know it will be hard but still am I blindly going into this?
DH says it won't be any worse than what we've dealt with before... may be easier in some ways... I suspect it will be harder having him "home" but not available due to studying... as opposed to in the sandbox so even if he wanted he couldn't help with the house or kids- I am just praying now for understanding and for me not to be irritated if he's not available.

a little background on us
we've got three kids, he's currently military, was a special ops pilot and we've been through at least 8 deployments in about 7 years that we've been married, so separation is nothing new for us, maintaining our home with no relatives within a few states and being the only parent, pregnancies alone etc is nothing new to me.
still I know that deployments are not the same as school day in and day out. the stresses will be different. I figure I will go where God leads us, not so much anxiety until recently when this may very well be a reality...
I am bit stressed I guess about how I will deal with everything I guess.
and depending on which way things go I am also honestly worried about insurance, the possible pay cut (just being honest) especially with three kids.

can someone shed some light on this? thank you again

 

[mslall]

sorry back again with more questions- not sure if i should have started another thread or what but...
for those of you that have spouses and even children also how hard is school?
I ask because several people have told DH that I am going to have one heck of a time and it's going to be hard on us and our family... and I am just wondering if this might be true? I know it will be hard but still am I blindly going into this?
DH says it won't be any worse than what we've dealt with before... may be easier in some ways... I suspect it will be harder having him "home" but not available due to studying... as opposed to in the sandbox so even if he wanted he couldn't help with the house or kids- I am just praying now for understanding and for me not to be irritated if he's not available.

a little background on us
we've got three kids, he's currently military, was a special ops pilot and we've been through at least 8 deployments in about 7 years that we've been married, so separation is nothing new for us, maintaining our home with no relatives within a few states and being the only parent, pregnancies alone etc is nothing new to me.
still I know that deployments are not the same as school day in and day out. the stresses will be different. I figure I will go where God leads us, not so much anxiety until recently when this may very well be a reality...
I am bit stressed I guess about how I will deal with everything I guess.
and depending on which way things go I am also honestly worried about insurance, the possible pay cut (just being honest) especially with three kids.

can someone shed some light on this? thank you again

Sounds like your biggest problem will be not getting irritated if he says he needs to study. Seems like he's going to have the most trouble balancing family life with study time.

If he's prior-service I dont think he'll have to take a pay-cut, if he comes to USUHS, with the exception of a loss of hazard/hardship pay.

 

[Upgrayedd]

sorry back again with more questions- not sure if i should have started another thread or what but...
for those of you that have spouses and even children also how hard is school?
I ask because several people have told DH that I am going to have one heck of a time and it's going to be hard on us and our family... and I am just wondering if this might be true? I know it will be hard but still am I blindly going into this?
DH says it won't be any worse than what we've dealt with before... may be easier in some ways... I suspect it will be harder having him "home" but not available due to studying... as opposed to in the sandbox so even if he wanted he couldn't help with the house or kids- I am just praying now for understanding and for me not to be irritated if he's not available.

a little background on us
we've got three kids, he's currently military, was a special ops pilot and we've been through at least 8 deployments in about 7 years that we've been married, so separation is nothing new for us, maintaining our home with no relatives within a few states and being the only parent, pregnancies alone etc is nothing new to me.
still I know that deployments are not the same as school day in and day out. the stresses will be different. I figure I will go where God leads us, not so much anxiety until recently when this may very well be a reality...
I am bit stressed I guess about how I will deal with everything I guess.
and depending on which way things go I am also honestly worried about insurance, the possible pay cut (just being honest) especially with three kids.

can someone shed some light on this? thank you again

Of all the medical schools out there, USUHS is one of, if not THE most family friendly. Medical school is generally less than 80 hrs/week, I know that isn't much solace, but if your husband works hard during the day, pays attention in lectures, and is efficient (which I would imagine he is after his past jobs...), he will still have a decent amount of time for the family.

A lot of it will depend on front loading the studying, but it is def. doable.

 

[disillusion]

I received this e-mail yesterday,

Cadet, Congratulations on being accepted to USUHS! I have attached your USUHS contract package documents for you to complete and have back to me by 13 March 2009. You will not complete your oath (FM 133) into the MSC corps until you are contacted by AFPC/DPAME that you have been approved by the SECDEF to oath. Oath approval could take 60 to 90 days from the date of this email. By law you cannot oath until the SECDEF authorizes you to do so.

Please be sure to complete all other attached documents in this package except for your oath (FM 133) by 13 March 2009.


My question is, if I send these documents in do I automatically forfeit my acceptance to other schools? Or does that take place through AMCAS....?

giuseppe,

Congrtulations on your acceptance. I am a USUHS grad (class of 2003). While you can accept the seat and later decline it if you get something else you want, this is not good form. However, it does happen. It becomes tricker with the military because you have to sign the contract. This makes it much harder to back out later if you want to. Other schools do not have you sign contracts and therefore you can accept and then later decline the seat uch more easily. Also, you don't have to have the documents back until 13 March. Hang on to them and see of another acceptance comes. If not, turn the documents in on 12 or 13 March. Good luck.

 

[disillusion]

Sounds like your biggest problem will be not getting irritated if he says he needs to study. Seems like he's going to have the most trouble balancing family life with study time.

If he's prior-service I dont think he'll have to take a pay-cut, if he comes to USUHS, with the exception of a loss of hazard/hardship pay.

Unless the rules changed in the last 6 years, there will be a pay cut. When I was attending USUHS, all the prior service O-4's and 5's were reduced back to O-1, including the pay. This was just part of the deal. They would be quickly accelerated back to previous rank, however, after completion of USUHS.

 

[SirGecko]

Unless the rules changed in the last 6 years, there will be a pay cut. When I was attending USUHS, all the prior service O-4's and 5's were reduced back to O-1, including the pay. This was just part of the deal. They would be quickly accelerated back to previous rank, however, after completion of USUHS.

The rules have indeed changed. (just recently) There is not longer a paycut for prior service. (well some as you don't get hazard pay and stuff like that but you keep your base pay)

 

[eschott]

Thought I'd throw this out there...good book
http://www.amazon.com/Call-Hell-Doctors-Iraq-Story/dp/0451220536

 

[eschott]

sorry back again with more questions- not sure if i should have started another thread or what but...
for those of you that have spouses and even children also how hard is school?
I ask because several people have told DH that I am going to have one heck of a time and it's going to be hard on us and our family... and I am just wondering if this might be true? I know it will be hard but still am I blindly going into this?
DH says it won't be any worse than what we've dealt with before... may be easier in some ways... I suspect it will be harder having him "home" but not available due to studying... as opposed to in the sandbox so even if he wanted he couldn't help with the house or kids- I am just praying now for understanding and for me not to be irritated if he's not available.

a little background on us
we've got three kids, he's currently military, was a special ops pilot and we've been through at least 8 deployments in about 7 years that we've been married, so separation is nothing new for us, maintaining our home with no relatives within a few states and being the only parent, pregnancies alone etc is nothing new to me.
still I know that deployments are not the same as school day in and day out. the stresses will be different. I figure I will go where God leads us, not so much anxiety until recently when this may very well be a reality...
I am bit stressed I guess about how I will deal with everything I guess.
and depending on which way things go I am also honestly worried about insurance, the possible pay cut (just being honest) especially with three kids.

can someone shed some light on this? thank you again

From what I hear of UPT (pilot school), med school can't be that much worse...just more years. Best of luck!

 

[aus627]

I’m an AFROTC cadet who has decided to go to USUHS and I’m a little confused on the next step. Does anyone know who I let know about my decision? I know we supposedly have until May 15th to make our decision, but I get commissioned that day so I’m sure the process has to get started long before that. I talked to the personnel officer at our Det but it’s her first year so she is unsure about what to do. She mentioned that I need to send the unconditional acceptance letter to AFPC, but from what I’ve read nobody knows when those unconditional letters will be sent.

Also does USUHS need to get a copy of my commissioning paperwork or is that completely separate?

I’ve asked around and haven’t gotten any good information. Anyone have any advice?

 

[Upgrayedd]

When does summer camp start for USUHS army? I looked at the website, but it had a whole bunch of course codes that didn't seem to be very clear, and I'd rather not risk showing up on the wrong date.

 

[dwb8p]

When does summer camp start for USUHS army? I looked at the website, but it had a whole bunch of course codes that didn't seem to be very clear, and I'd rather not risk showing up on the wrong date.

haha... i think it would be hard to show up on the wrong date. you will get official orders and travel info eventually regarding all of that. the report date for OBLC this year is 14 JUN....runs through 27 JUL i believe..

 

[SirGecko]

I’m an AFROTC cadet who has decided to go to USUHS and I’m a little confused on the next step. Does anyone know who I let know about my decision? I know we supposedly have until May 15th to make our decision, but I get commissioned that day so I’m sure the process has to get started long before that. I talked to the personnel officer at our Det but it’s her first year so she is unsure about what to do. She mentioned that I need to send the unconditional acceptance letter to AFPC, but from what I’ve read nobody knows when those unconditional letters will be sent.

Also does USUHS need to get a copy of my commissioning paperwork or is that completely separate?

I’ve asked around and haven’t gotten any good information. Anyone have any advice?

I'm NROTC and they had a number on my LOA for me to call once I know I'm in. (and then they tell me what to do to put together my package for the Navy) Is there any sort of number or contact information on your LOA? I'd check there. (I'm not sure what the next step is for ROTC as I'm still in waiting list limbo, I just know who I contact once I know)

 

[Upgrayedd]

haha... i think it would be hard to show up on the wrong date. you will get official orders and travel info eventually regarding all of that. the report date for OBLC this year is 14 JUN....runs through 27 JUL i believe..

So we have quite a bit of time between the end of OBLC and the report date for school? That isn't how it was in the past, was it? (Looking at some of the past posts I got the impression that most people go straight from OBLC --> USUHS) What are you going to do schedule wise, go home first or just move straight into a DC appartment?

 

[eschott]

I’m an AFROTC cadet who has decided to go to USUHS and I’m a little confused on the next step. Does anyone know who I let know about my decision? I know we supposedly have until May 15th to make our decision, but I get commissioned that day so I’m sure the process has to get started long before that. I talked to the personnel officer at our Det but it’s her first year so she is unsure about what to do. She mentioned that I need to send the unconditional acceptance letter to AFPC, but from what I’ve read nobody knows when those unconditional letters will be sent.

Also does USUHS need to get a copy of my commissioning paperwork or is that completely separate?

I’ve asked around and haven’t gotten any good information. Anyone have any advice?

Call Mr. Kush: 210-565-0656...he's the DPME guy organizing all the AFROTC going on health scholarships. Best of luck

 

[emskid]

hey so i just interviewed 2/19...so weird considering the class was already full when i got the invitation 1/29 and they still had a bunch of us pre-med kids show up to the admissions office making it reallllly frustrating as i now have no idea what on earth is going on in that admissions office...said a MINIMUM of 10 weeks before hearing anything??? ugh!😱 anyone know of anything in regards to my chances????

i already got HPSP for Army but USUHS has such a great student body (and all of you seem soo nice!) that i really prefer to join you there this fall.

 

[Upgrayedd]

hey so i just interviewed 2/19...so weird considering the class was already full when i got the invitation 1/29 and they still had a bunch of us pre-med kids show up to the admissions office making it reallllly frustrating as i now have no idea what on earth is going on in that admissions office...said a MINIMUM of 10 weeks before hearing anything??? ugh!😱 anyone know of anything in regards to my chances????

i already got HPSP for Army but USUHS has such a great student body (and all of you seem soo nice!) that i really prefer to join you there this fall.

They say 10 weeks at this point because that lets them hold off on their decision until May 15th, where the AAMC mandates that you withdraw from all but one of the schools that you are accepted to should you have multiple MD acceptances.

 

[backrow]

Thought I'd throw this out there...good book
http://www.amazon.com/Call-Hell-Doctors-Iraq-Story/dp/0451220536

Definately don't read this book and think that you will be doing the same stuff. There are some serious problems with his style...

 

[dwb8p]

Definately don't read this book and think that you will be doing the same stuff. There are some serious problems with his style...

care to elaborate?