It's so surprising because even though we did both parts on separate days, we still applied pretty early. I also noticed on the website that they strongly encouraged us to attend the preview day. Since it was not required, I didn't go (also I had prerequisite exams around that time). Maybe me not going to preview day is the reason why I haven't heard back yet?
I didn't attend either, and I don't think my friend did
Hi! I just had an interview for Western U. on November 4th. I read on their website that they do not notify people until March whether they are accepted or not. I know people are starting to hear from Western U. regarding interviews but I am not too sure how their process is.
Thanks for sharing and CONGRATS ON THE INTERVIEW! Also, what was the interview like btw and what type of questions did they ask?
Thank you for the congratulations! The interview was not as bad as I thought. It was a 20 minute interview with 2 faculty members and yourself. It was not a group interview with other interviewees which I really enjoyed. It is more of a conversation which was pleasant. Then you have a writing sample that is timed. It is not too bad; it is more of a subjective response (like there is no right answer, it is more of your opinion). I think they are just accessing you on your writing skills. Then you have 20 minutes with 3 faculty members where you can just ask them questions. Overall, the experience was great and you do not have to be nervous. You got this! Just be yourself and have fun! They are looking at your character more than anything I feel.
So much advice! Thank you I'm sure this will help other applicants prepare for interviews as well and I hope join you in the class too!
Thank you so much! I hope we all receive great news! Congratulations and good luck! If you have anymore questions let me know.
Hi everyone! I’m glad there’s a thread started for Western! I interviewed what will be 2 weeks ago come Wednesday and was wondering if anyone who also interviewed 2 weeks ago has heard anything? I’m struggling since I placed a deposit for USA-San Marcos as a backup and I need to sign the enrollment form by Wednesday. However, Western is my #1 choice, and given the early interview offer, I don’t know what to do. Any advice appreciated
I interviewed on November 4th and still have yet to hear from them! I will keep you updated though! GOOD LUCK!! Hope we both get great news soon!Hi everyone! I’m glad there’s a thread started for Western! I interviewed what will be 2 weeks ago come Wednesday and was wondering if anyone who also interviewed 2 weeks ago has heard anything? I’m struggling since I placed a deposit for USA-San Marcos as a backup and I need to sign the enrollment form by Wednesday. However, Western is my #1 choice and given the early interview offer, I don’t know what to do. Any advice appreciated
Not yet. I will keep you updated though!
I got an acceptance letter December 11! Goodluck to everyone!
GOOD LUCK TO YOU ALL!!!
No, that is for ONE YEAR. It says on their website "Please see the table below for an estimate of the cost of attendance for a first year student" and shows the breakdown and total of $75,000. THAT IS SO MUCH MONEY!
woah wait seriously?!! That's more than USC!!
hi there,Hi guys! I wanted to give you an update! I interviewed with Western on November 18th. I received my acceptance letter a week and a half later. Let me know if you guys have any questions! I am willing to answer any of them
As someone else mentioned, it is the tuition for one year. However, included in the $75,000 for one year is living expenses, transportation, and loan fees. They budgeted all of that in the $75,000. If you just look at tuition alone, it comes out to about $43,000.
HI. I was interviewed and accepted in November. From my experience, i received a lot of situational and behavioral questions. They asked it in a very wordy way though. So it is definitely easy to get side tracked. I recommend restating the question before answering the question. Others in the same interview pool as me shared questions they got asked. Some of them got asked really hard questions about human anatomy and epidemiology, so be prepared for that.hi there,
I have my interview coming up soon. I was hoping if you could share some interview questions? Any help is much appreciated
Me too! have you gotten any updates since? I've emailed [email protected] to ask whats up but no reply yet.
They just said they would be posting some slots this week!
I’ve gotten waitlisted for another program. I think what helped was keeping in touch with my interviewers. I interviewed with this program late October. I emailed them right after my interview thanking them. I also continued to ask them questions and was able to connect with current students through my interviewers. So, I hope my experience will help you. You do not have to do what I did if you are not comfortable doing so.
Did you get off the waitlist for the program you mentioned?
Yes I did. I ended up getting accepted a month and a half after receiving my status as a waitlist.
I just got waitlisted too! I think we might have had the same interview day! haha
Did you have yours on the 20th too? Lol glad to know I’m not the only one I guess
I am planning to participate but not sure about it. I have meeting with faculty this week to know more about this course.
I've lived in SoCal for the last 6 years and did not hear too many good things about West Coast based on reputation. I know western has a good reputation with many clinics and hospitals. They have a 100% graduation rate and employment rate. I've interned with a professor, Dr. Jeff, who teaches at Western U and he loves Western U because of the support offered to students and professors. So, overall I think Western U has a good reputation overall for experience and helps you out with so many opportunities such as getting the chance to intern with the dodgers!
I interviewed December 2nd, and received the acceptance December 11th!
I also interviewed last week and was place on the alternate list. The notification time frame is so long.
Hey, I got an acceptance email today!
Congratulations! Is there anything that you did since you’ve been placed on the alternate list that helped you get off?
I just received an email saying that I was accepted. I didn't contact them at all.
