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Western/COMP Discussion Thread 2009-2010
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Haha... I didn't realize it was you. Hi! But yes, definitely same story here 😀
Seriously? There were only 30-40 the day I interviewed... no idea how you fit everyone into that lecture hall... but yeah, still the largest group of interviewees I've seen.
The admissions people told me that they basically don't like the application being folded up so tiny. Just don't use a normal business-size envelope. Though I have to admit, I forgot and just used a normal envelope, and they accepted me anyway. 😛
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I've come to the conclusion following head and neck that the amount of studying done will have no correlation to the final grade in that class. 🙁
I interviewed on 10/1 and was accepted ! Woo hoo class of 2014. I sent my deposit and everyting is official. Good luck to everyone else interviewing
Congrats me too! We interviewed together but I'm not sure if we met. I'm trying to decide but Western is great!
hey French "MD" you need a new handle 😛
Not too many french peeps in the class....I think I've got your number...146?
Wooaat? no couldn't possibly be me... anyone know how to change your user name without getting a new account?
I am just so glad I know where I am going next year; it's like all the stress has been lifted from my shoulders. I loved western, 98% first time pass rate on boards, great resident matches and in southern California....wow I was sold. Good luck making your choice and congrats on making the cut!
French MD, EricH, Siggy.... all need new handles... LOL
Congrats to those been accepted and those who got interviews...
If any of you guys have questions and want answers... ask the above people... if you want straight non-bs stuff about the school... well ask me. 😉
Congrats to those been accepted and those who got interviews...
If any of you guys have questions and want answers... ask the above people... if you want straight non-bs stuff about the school... well ask me. 😉
I just finished VCU's Certificate program and I applied both MD and DO schools (AZCOM and Western). I'd definitely be happy with attending Western. I have a low undergrad GPA but a good grad GPA and MCAT. Here's hoping they can look past my past and focus on my present. I think they recognize VCU's program since there's 2 current Western students who did VCU's program as well.
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edit: I heard that also.
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Most pack lunch on most days, but it's more financial in nature. There are a handful of eateries close to campus and despite the hype, Pomona isn't bad at all during the day. One thing I appreciate it that the lower income nature of the area means that the food is cheaper and pretty darn good. There is a $1 taco place on mission that is VERY popular. Subway is always a class favorite.
Bottom line: food isn't an issue. I don't know anything about the local employment scene.
I heard of a cafe in the new building
Since school started Aladin Jr 2 ( decent Mediterranean), Saffron (salad, sandwich and coffee), The Pomona Bakery (pizza, coffee, mac n cheese) have all opened walking distance they are good and fairly cheap. I usually pack my lunch as well (it is cheaper) bt if i forget/have no time to pack it in the morning there are many options.
If I don't pack, I'll do Senior Baja (aformentioned awesome Mexican place. Try their steak quesadilla as well...), or Flame Broiled (steak or chicken rice bowl place. 10% off with student ID). There's also a pizza place (questionable service), Quiznos, and a Subway nearby. On the other side of the track, there's a Jack in the Crack, Churches Chicken, El Polo Loco, a Chinese food place, and a few other places (note: I can not vouch for the quality, or lack there of, for any of the places on the 'other side of the tracks').
Has anyone from the Oct 15th interview date heard anything back yet? I'm getting antsy to hear....they told us 10-15 days right?
I interviewed the same day. I'd say expect a letter in the mail by Saturday or early next week at the very latest (depending on where u live)
Western does offer expedited notification (1 week) if one has acceptance somewhere else.
I can't 'confirm' this, but I recall hearing the same thing.
The Dean mentioned vendor space in the new commons, but stopped short of confirming new eateries. Call the school and they can tell you.
So far it's fairly easy. When the new building opens the huge parking structure will be next door and parking will be easy as pie.
I take a weird route onto campus because I live up near the 10 and like hitting the parking on 1st street (Indian Hill Blvd to Holt to Reservoir to Second St. to what ever the first street that cuts back to First if you want to look it up on Google Maps) and generally I don't have any trouble finding close parking in the lot on 1st. Of course that lot is a complete pain to get to if you don't know how. In general if I can't find a spot back there, there's a spot over behind the Helix apartment building. Only once or twice when I was coming really late did I have trouble finding any parking at all.
I think parking will be guaranteed, but I think that the garage will be people's last choice. The first several floors of the new structure is reserved for clinic patients. Of course it'll also be a lot easier to use once they reopen Second St.
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http://www.westernu.edu/construction_site/general/hec1.pdf
There's a spot on the bottom left of the building labeled "dinning." Whether that's going to be a cafe, cafeteria, or just vending machines is anyone's guess.
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If you guys are wondering when your file is going to get reviewed, this is what I've been told:
For applicants that have just interviewed, the admissions committee meets the following week.
For applicants who are still waiting to be reviewed, this can take anywhere from 4 - 6 weeks.
Also, they take your higher MCAT score.
For applicants that have just interviewed, the admissions committee meets the following week.
For applicants who are still waiting to be reviewed, this can take anywhere from 4 - 6 weeks.
Also, they take your higher MCAT score.
Accepted via snail mail today. 🙂
Edit: Coming back to add a lot more smileys to my post. Not positive that Western is where I'll end up after the application season is over, but it's just sinking in that I'm definitely going to go to med school next year. Holy crap.
Edit: Coming back to add a lot more smileys to my post. Not positive that Western is where I'll end up after the application season is over, but it's just sinking in that I'm definitely going to go to med school next year. Holy crap.
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Accepted via snail mail today. 🙂
Edit: Coming back to add a lot more smileys to my post. Not positive that Western is where I'll end up after the application season is over, but it's just sinking in that I'm definitely going to go to med school next year. Holy crap.
Just curious when was your interview?
10/15
Hey thanks! 🙂 I was pleasantly surprised at how much I liked Western and clicked with the people there, so yeah, definitely a possibility. Congrats to you as well!
Accepted 🙂
Congrats All of the new (potential) 2014'ers!
Aleksxxx: Dude.....7 power lifting records??!? Is this you?
Anybody know if they send acceptances/rejections/waitlists out at the same time? Trying to figure out if I haven't heard anything because the news is bad or because I live out in the middle of nowhere and our mail's slow...
Congrats All of the new (potential) 2014'ers!
Aleksxxx: Dude.....7 power lifting records??!? Is this you?
haha, is that Yates by chance?
looks like ruhl
Yea, I think your right...no tattoos on the forearms
yes you have standardized patients, about once every two weeks after the first two weeks of classes....
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Are you asking about standardized patients or a simulation center? They're two totally different things. Standardized patients... yes. Simulation center where med students practice on robotic mannequins... no.
Ugh. I just got put on the alternate list. I was told that last year they didn't take anybody from the list. I am so disappointed and trying not to give up hope.
when did you interview? Also if you dont mind me asking...what were your stats? good luck my friend
interviewed 10/15
3.4 sGPA, 3.4 uGPA
27m (9, 9, 9)
It was my first interview, I was nervous. I had received a priority interview.
3.4 sGPA, 3.4 uGPA
27m (9, 9, 9)
It was my first interview, I was nervous. I had received a priority interview.
How are your EC's? Im sure everyone was somewhat nervous, but again I hope it pans out for you
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