Max PA17 Posted October 3, 2015 Share Posted October 3, 2015 DMU does rolling admissions. Last year 4 of us that interviewed on the same day are in the class of 2017, so I don't think they base it on picking 2-3 per group. Im in the same class as Zach. Congrats to those of you that have been invited to interviews/accepted. DMU is a great school with a lot to offer! If you guys have any particular questions feel free to PM me! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
callienicole Posted October 5, 2015 Share Posted October 5, 2015 Thanks for all the advice! Knowing that the interview is fairly laid back is good news. My greatest obstacle is going to be overcoming my nerves. cop to pa, I have already ordered two books for prep (hoping they arrive soon), and have quite a few notecards made so seems like I'm on the right track. I'm completely opposite of you (I have a pretty high gpa but subpar HCE hours), so I'll be working on ways to turn questions toward my academic and volunteer background. MaxPA17, I'm happy there isn't a set number of acceptances from each group so I won't be comparing myself to everyone. Thanks for offering advice, when I run into more questions I'll be sure to PM you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZachAttack1991 Posted October 6, 2015 Share Posted October 6, 2015 Yeahhh! Max! I totally forgot about this once I got in; figured we could help out prospectives with pointers?! I think I've heard that they have accepted 16 students so far. But, prospective students can still decline. I spoke with 2 other individuals in my interview group after I got in; they both also received acceptances but decided to pursue their PA education elsewhere. Cop to pa is definitely right, from my personal experience, the questions that tripped me up the most were in regards to my weaknesses (and a few weird questions from Augsburg's program in MN). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkeyes Posted October 6, 2015 Share Posted October 6, 2015 Yeahhh! Max! I totally forgot about this once I got in; figured we could help out prospectives with pointers?! I think I've heard that they have accepted 16 students so far. But, prospective students can still decline. I spoke with 2 other individuals in my interview group after I got in; they both also received acceptances but decided to pursue their PA education elsewhere. Cop to pa is definitely right, from my personal experience, the questions that tripped me up the most were in regards to my weaknesses (and a few weird questions from Augsburg's program in MN). Did they tell you they accepted 16 people during your interview? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZachAttack1991 Posted October 6, 2015 Share Posted October 6, 2015 No, I'm a current student. But again, just what I heard, not 100% sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
callienicole Posted October 6, 2015 Share Posted October 6, 2015 One more question. I still have a few pre-requisites I would need to finish if I were to get accepted. I would rather take them all in the spring (if accepted). However, I have found two classes that start at the end of October that I can still sign up for. Would it look better in the interview if I'm already enrolled in these classes? Zach and Max, did you guys have any remaining pre-reqs when you were accepted? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkeyes Posted October 8, 2015 Share Posted October 8, 2015 I received an email stating the program is on probation due to issues with 2nd year curriculum, the email stated the program would expand on this issue during the interview day. Can anyone give any insight on why DMU was specifically placed on probation? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZachAttack1991 Posted October 15, 2015 Share Posted October 15, 2015 One more question. I still have a few pre-requisites I would need to finish if I were to get accepted. I would rather take them all in the spring (if accepted). However, I have found two classes that start at the end of October that I can still sign up for. Would it look better in the interview if I'm already enrolled in these classes? Zach and Max, did you guys have any remaining pre-reqs when you were accepted? To be honest, I don't remember when exactly I finished my prereqs. I know I was taking an online developmental psych course at the time I interviewed (I'm pretty sure it was an accelerated course in the fall/winter). Since you already have an interview scheduled, I wouldn't worry too much about it. As long as you complete the course before you matriculate, should you be accepted, you'll be fine. If you'd like a for sure answer, just ask them when you go there for interview day. I received an email stating the program is on probation due to issues with 2nd year curriculum, the email stated the program would expand on this issue during the interview day. Can anyone give any insight on why DMU was specifically placed on probation? I'm not sure what I can say on the topic, but we have indeed been place on accrediation-probation. DMU is still fully accrediated and as long as you matriculate into a fully accrediated program, you'll still be able to sit for your PANCE. So for the incoming class in June 2016, you shouldn't have anything to worry about. Our program is reviewed in January to see if we changed the second year curriculum enough to be removed from probation. Essentially, our currciculum is stellar for the PAs it produces, but there is a need for improvement in the way the 2nd year outcomes are recorded (from my understanding). Our instructors and clinical year coordinators are confident that the probationary status will be removed in January; if not the program will retain the probationary status and be reviewed again in October or sometime late next year. I'm not an official at the school, just a student, so please do not quote me on this. If you have any questions the best option would be to email admissions and inquire with them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
callienicole Posted October 30, 2015 Share Posted October 30, 2015 I interviewed on Tuesday and I was very impressed with the facilities and friendliness of the faculty and current students. They were completely transparent about the probation status at the beginning of the day. They addressed the problems and the actions they were taking to fix the issues. As far as the interview portion, it was very relaxed. However, I think my nerves got the best of me. I didn't feel super confident afterwards and a few of the questions tripped me up. I'm a little bummed as this was my top choice, but I'm hoping for the best. Good luck to everyone else interviewing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
callienicole Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 Well today has been two weeks since my interview and I still haven't received a decision on my application. Anyone else have this problem? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cop to pa Posted November 11, 2015 Author Share Posted November 11, 2015 I hate to say it, but I withdrew my seat acceptance today for another program. Sorry I won't get to know you guys, but at least you know that there's at least one open seat. Good luck to all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkeyes Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 I was informed after my interview that the admissions committee is meeting this week so people should hear back by the end of the week or early next week Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
callienicole Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 Did you interview on 10/27 as well? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SarahNic Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 Hi Callie! I interviewed the same day as you, and also have not heard anything yet. Hopefully soon! Just wanted to let you know that you aren't the only one to not hear back yet. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
callienicole Posted November 12, 2015 Share Posted November 12, 2015 Thank you so much for responding! I'm so glad I'm not the only one that hasn't heard anything. Good luck to you as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkeyes Posted November 13, 2015 Share Posted November 13, 2015 Just received an email this morning, I got accepted! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SarahNic Posted November 15, 2015 Share Posted November 15, 2015 Congratulations, hawkeyes!! Me, too!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
callienicole Posted November 16, 2015 Share Posted November 16, 2015 Congratulations to both of you! I was wait listed unfortunately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SarahNic Posted November 17, 2015 Share Posted November 17, 2015 Thanks, Callie! I'll keep my fingers crossed for you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaela.branden Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 Hey eveyone, congrats to those who have been accepted and good luck to those who are still waiting to hear back! I'm just wondering if anyone has started a Facebook page yet for those who have been accepted? If not, would others be interested in one? Sent from my SM-N920V using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SarahNic Posted November 30, 2015 Share Posted November 30, 2015 I would be interested! It would be nice to see some faces before we start! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaela.branden Posted November 30, 2015 Share Posted November 30, 2015 OK so I started a page. I've never created one before so bare with me haha. The page is called Des Moines PA class of 2018. The website is http://www.facebook.com/DMUPA2018 let me know if it doesn't work! Sent from my SM-N920V using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaela.branden Posted November 30, 2015 Share Posted November 30, 2015 Disregard that last post from me, made a group page instead. It's still called Des Moines university PA class of 2018. Sent from my SM-N920V using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrenchieBee2018 Posted December 8, 2015 Share Posted December 8, 2015 I interviewed 11/24 and got waitlisted. Does anyone know how long the waitlist is and any past trends in accepting candidates from this list? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max PA17 Posted December 8, 2015 Share Posted December 8, 2015 Some of our class (PA17) came from the wait list including myself. I was wait listed for a few weeks. Also a couple of our classmates didn't join us until May, so there's always some hope. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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