Western U have a SMP?

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chuongnn18 said:
I don't want to be pessimistic, but since dkt87 received his invitation for interview yesterday, and he completed his application near the deadline, it is safe to say that yesterday was the last day they sent out interview invite. I think the application process is over for those who did not receive one.
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umm...not necessarily. They still don't know who is going to accept the offer and put the deposit. I think it's still early to tell. I am giving it another week and hoping for the best
 
You should attend the interview if you can afford the plane ticket and hotel cost. The program does have linkage to the dental program, so if you get accepted into the linkage program, it would eliminate a glide year. Even if you don't get into the linkage program, the MSMS program by itself is a great opportunity for you to demonstrate to the ad com that you are capable of performing at a high academic level. I think if you go the interview, checking out the campus, and talk directly to Jodi, then you should have a better idea if this program fit you or not.


lielike said:
i am really hoping to get your advice..
so, i just got an interview invitation for 24th of this month. my concern is that i live in florida and am a predental student. it wouldnt have the linkage to the dental college, but i thought the msms will be beneficial for me in many ways such as getting to know faculty and program etc.

what would you do if you were me? would you spend $~500 to travel for the interview or find other program in my state?
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Agreed on this. Western is a very reputable DO school and though their dental school is relatively new, the reputation of the academic establishment itself would seemingly go a long way in my opinion which will aid you if you are interested in applying elsewhere.

Usually during interviews (open file) they will look at notable parts of your application that stand out such as where you attended for UG, job experiences, etc. and from all my friends/people who I've talked to who have attended a Masters program or SMP, they are asked about it. I can't think of anything negative that I've heard about Western and the only downside I can think to all this is the cost which is substantial. Either way, you don't have to commit and I think 500 dollars is more than worth it to have a shot at another option.
 
dkt87 said:
hi chuongnn18 and cali818,

Thanks. They received all my paperworks by april 28th,2010. I applied really late,too (close to deadline). SO no worries!!...who knows you might get a call from Jodi sometimes this week or next week. keep your hopes up. God is good! 👍
my interview is this coming monday. wish me luck 🙂..really want to get accepted into the program and the linkage :xf:.

Thanks again to DbDan, you've been very kind to explain everything very thoroughly 🙂
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dkt87 how did your interview go?? Did they mention how many spots are left and if they are still interviewing..please share🙂 thank you!!
 
Hi Cali818,

my interview went pretty good. at least that's what i think. the faculty were very nice and supportive. They didn't mention how many spots they have left. However, they said that they've interviewed 30 students so far (including today) and have received about 90 applications in total. 15 people were interviewed today. Everybody was very nice🙂 Jodi also mentioned that they will probably be interviewing 15-20 people next monday.
 
so i decided to go to the interview from FLORIDA. im super ecstatic about going to cali for the first time in my life. but a bit worried about getting to school. i wasnt aware of that there isnt a good public transportation system in socal.
i will be going on sat and stay with my friend either in LA or place near LomaLinda DS. I was really hoping to find someone who is either going to the interview or willing to give me a ride from either place on monday morning.

PLEASE any comments will be really helpful. thank you in advance.
 
lielike said:
so i decided to go to the interview from FLORIDA. im super ecstatic about going to cali for the first time in my life. but a bit worried about getting to school. i wasnt aware of that there isnt a good public transportation system in socal.
i will be going on sat and stay with my friend either in LA or place near LomaLinda DS. I was really hoping to find someone who is either going to the interview or willing to give me a ride from either place on monday morning.

PLEASE any comments will be really helpful. thank you in advance.
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IFFFF I get an interview...i SWEAR i will give you a ride. haha...i believe in Good Karma..haha...so you can count on me =)....
Otherwise good luck with everything!!
 
dkt87 said:
Hi Cali818,

my interview went pretty good. at least that's what i think. the faculty were very nice and supportive. They didn't mention how many spots they have left. However, they said that they've interviewed 30 students so far (including today) and have received about 90 applications in total. 15 people were interviewed today. Everybody was very nice🙂 Jodi also mentioned that they will probably be interviewing 15-20 people next monday.
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Thank you for your reply....yea I don't think I will have a chance to be interviewed..it seems like everyone has been invited already..oh well it was worth a shot. Do keep us posted on your acceptance 🙂 Hope you get it!!!
 
Cali818 said:
IFFFF I get an interview...i SWEAR i will give you a ride. haha...i believe in Good Karma..haha...so you can count on me =)....
Otherwise good luck with everything!!
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thank you so much for the offer. hope you get an interview. wish you luck luck LUCK!!
 
lielike said:
thank you so much for the offer. hope you get an interview. wish you luck luck LUCK!!
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I got an interview invite for next monday! Yay...
PM me about the ride situation..I live near LA..Zipcode 91306...where in LA you will be staying at?
 
Would this program only help for DO purposes or also for MD?
 
I have to decide by today (and apparently accept my financial aid package by friday) if I decide to go. It's looking like I will be declining my acceptance which will open up another spot in the class as well as the DO linkage for someone else. Hope one of you all gets it if I decide to go that route.
 
DbDan said:
I have to decide by today (and apparently accept my financial aid package by friday) if I decide to go. It's looking like I will be declining my acceptance which will open up another spot in the class as well as the DO linkage for someone else. Hope one of you all gets it if I decide to go that route.
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Good luck with everything DbDan...hope you get off the waitlist for your DO schools! and thank you for sharing all the info and experience you had with this program. It helped a lot!

Quick question on the essay part for those who have been interviewed already...was it more ethical based or was it a controversial topic going on in healthcare field today. Are they trying to see how well and organized you can write or the thought process in writing an essay? thanks in advance!
 
Cali818 said:
Good luck with everything DbDan...hope you get off the waitlist for your DO schools! and thank you for sharing all the info and experience you had with this program. It helped a lot!

Quick question on the essay part for those who have been interviewed already...was it more ethical based or was it a controversial topic going on in healthcare field today. Are they trying to see how well and organized you can write or the thought process in writing an essay? thanks in advance!
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I think that they are primarily trying to get a look into your thought process. They give you your choice of 3 essays with different ethical situations. They did not have anything such as health care policy, etc. You do have access to the internet to do some quick research about the topic as well if you'd like
 
Hi DbDan,

all the best for you future endeavor. Thanks for all of your explanation. they were really helpful.
 
Does anyone know the number of students admitted already for both the linkage as well as the masters program ? I believe the available spots were 10 for linkage and 25 total if I am correct.
 
Hi DbDan,

Was the financial aid package specific for the linkage ?
 
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Does anyone know when we can expect an answer on last week's interviews? Jodi mentioned they would meet this week, but I'm not sure when an answer can be expected by.
 
During our interview today she said we should find out by either 26th or 27th. ...gluck!
 
i got in the linkage program for dental. does anyone need a roomate? i hear classes start 14th and orientation on the 10th. Also does anyone know anyone with experience to the MSMS program like their classes and grading? Super hard? easy?
 
xpheene said:
i got in the linkage program for dental. does anyone need a roomate? i hear classes start 14th and orientation on the 10th. Also does anyone know anyone with experience to the MSMS program like their classes and grading? Super hard? easy?
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congrats! does everyone have to go to orientation/is it mandatory?

when did you interview again?
 
Cali818 said:
I got an interview invite for next monday! Yay...
PM me about the ride situation..I live near LA..Zipcode 91306...where in LA you will be staying at?
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Hope you came through on your promise!! What a kind offer! You deserve added karma for such a good deed!:luck:
 
lookuphere said:
Hope you came through on your promise!! What a kind offer! You deserve added karma for such a good deed!:luck:
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Unfortunately it didn't work out with our location and timing...but I did get a raincheck if she gets accepted! and hopefully me too 🙂 haha
 
kimchieater said:
im going to need a roommate, but I have to look for a place. Im not even accepted yet. I should find out by tmw or next day.
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Cool. I hope you get in and we can go look for a place.
 
Cali818, how many people interviewed with you this Monday and how many were applying for the DO linkage as well ?
 
futDoc78 said:
Cali818, how many people interviewed with you this Monday and how many were applying for the DO linkage as well ?
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There were 26 of us. I would say probably 15 for the linkage. Rest were MD, DO who don't want the linkage, and dental, optometry etc. They told us that 9 people have been accepted..they didn't specify how many of those were linkage.
 
just got my email of declination!!

it's starting already...... :uhno:
 
Does anyone know if the all letters of being not accepted are sent by by email, or are some sent by postage?

It seems strange that I've heard nothing and the program starts in a couple weeks. Is any one else in the same situation?
 
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kimchieater said:
im sorry to hear. now im getting nervous! which day did you interview?
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wait sorry? interview for what? I haven't interviewed for anything lately...

Oops, am I not in the forum for Harvard Med?😱
 
Anyone hear anything yet from Monday interview? If you did please share...so I can stop staring at my phone! thanksss
 
i believe if your accepted she is going to call you personally. if you get declined or waitlist, the admission office is going to send you an email. I havent heard back, but it think today is the day she is going to call people.
 
magnifigood said:
Does anyone know if the all letters of being not accepted are sent by by email, or are some sent by postage?

It seems strange that I've heard nothing and the program starts in a couple weeks. Is any one else in the same situation?
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did you interview this week or last?

From the above..you should get a call by end of this week if you got in. otherwise.....it's a no-go:scared:
 
lookuphere said:
did you interview this week or last?

From the above..you should get a call by end of this week if you got in. otherwise.....it's a no-go:scared:
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By the end of this week? Thanks for the info. 🙂 Did she say that they could possibly need until the end of the week?

I interviewed on last Monday. I still haven't gotten an email or any kind of call so we shall see.
 
magnifigood said:
By the end of this week? Thanks for the info. 🙂 Did she say that they could possibly need until the end of the week?

I interviewed on last Monday. I still haven't gotten an email or any kind of call so we shall see.
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You've been waiting for a while then 😀

Just drop them a call and see if she's already called accepted individuals 👍
 
Precision09 said:
Anyone heard anything yet?
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nothing... seriously. this is killer! I have my phone on me all the time. I had a nightmare that I missed her call and when I called back, she said no because I didn't pick up the phone the first time. lol. today HAS to be the day...
 
kimchieater said:
nothing... seriously. this is killer! I have my phone on me all the time. I had a nightmare that I missed her call and when I called back, she said no because I didn't pick up the phone the first time. lol. today HAS to be the day...
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Lol I think we-re in the same boat. I have my phone on me at all time also and I get paranoid every time I hear the e-mail chyme while I'm at work. I sure hope today is the day.
 
Precision09 said:
Lol I think we-re in the same boat. I have my phone on me at all time also and I get paranoid every time I hear the e-mail chyme while I'm at work. I sure hope today is the day.
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LOL what if everyone here didn't get in and she had made all the calls yesterday :laugh: She purposely is waiting til like 5pm to send out the emails. :meanie:
 
So I got frustrated by staring at my phone...and was going to be too anxious all weekend..so I just called Jodi...and I am Waitlisted. So frustrated ....because they have 30 people on the waitlist and they are ranking the waitlist as well. I am in the middle. So 10 people or more should drop out for me to get a chance which is simply impossible. Best of luck to everyone else!
I am bummed but it was worth a shot...i guess 😎
 
man.. that sucks! its okay tho! i still have hope. no one has claim to be accepted yet, but then again.. why would the first people they tell be group of random people on SDN. lol its not over till 5pm just like artest making tat shot last night.
 
kimchieater said:
man.. that sucks! its okay tho! i still have hope. no one has claim to be accepted yet, but then again.. why would the first people they tell be group of random people on SDN. lol its not over till 5pm just like artest making tat shot last night.
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hahaha, that's a good attitude. I just wish those who did get accepted woud just end everyone's misery by saying they got in. :diebanana:
 
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