CALIFORNIA: University of La Verne 2016-2017

[lulu11]

Oh no!!! thank you SBP for finding that info out. This is disheartening.

 

I second Vkaps question about why are they waiting until 2019

[futurepa90]

She did not say why

[Hm36]

I spoke to Laura today and was informed that they won't be on this upcoming PA cycle because they are in the process of re-applying for accreditation and it is a lengthy process. Hence they anticipate to be on 2018-2019 cycle.

[Vk209]

well this completely sucks. They seem to have taken down the PA portion on their website. 

[PAC1575]

I'm rather disappointed to have to find out most of this information on the forum and not in an email from the school and program staff to keep all accepted and waitlisted students in the loop.

[lulu11]

FuturePA1575: I was thinking the same thing. Very disappointing the schools approach to this whole situation.

 

Hm36 and Sbp: thank you inquiring that information!

 

Don't give up hope everyone! The cycle opens up through CASPA April 27th. Keep applying and the right program will open up. Praying for everyone!

[Vkap]

I'm kinda disappointed we didn't really get to know each other and become classmates...

 

This is certainly a tough speedbump for all of us. Best of luck to everyone on the journey 

[AA27]

Hey everyone! I just received a letter from the university with the details of what the next steps are going to be. Fingers crossed. did anyone else receive the letter?

[Vkap]

I did! Semi good news I guess!

[futurepa90]

Same here!! I'm confused Laura told me they won't start till 2019 but the letter says 2018!

[AA27]

The cohort will start in the summer of 2018. I think what went on was that when you spoke with Laura they were still trying to work out the process with the accrediatation body and board members. I am so grateful that our seats are still guaranteed and that the faculty and staff are working very hard to make this happen! ????

[Hm36]

I received the letter too. Good news but only if all goes well...Hopefully they get accreditation in March 2018!

[Vkap]

I'm curious to see if we would have to apply again, or if the CASPA window will even open up again this summer for new applicants.

 

Still, theres a light at the end of the tunnel

[Hm36]

Vkap: I'm curious also...they didn't specify any specific steps that we would have to take, if any.

[AA27]

Well I'm assuming we don't have to take any steps since we already applied, interviewed and met all the requirements, but I think the best thing we can do right now is just wait. I'm sure they are going to be sending us more information later, since honestly they were able to get the accrediation process to happen in a year instead of two so that says a lot about the commitment that they are putting in the program and the students in my opinion ????

[Hm36]

Yes, definitely! They've invested a lot of their efforts and time into the program...they're absolutely committed to bringing the best outcome in this situation. we're all in this together!

[Vk209]

Hey guys, just received the letter. Lets hope they get accredited next year. 

[Vkap]

There's absolutely nothing weird about it. I'm in your boat as well. No professor will think less of you for it. It happens, it's a speed bump, and many PA's/professionals understand that things may come up on the road to your end goal.

[Futurecptpa]

Hello I was wondering if all the accepted applicants are keeping their seats for next year? I am trying to gauge whether or not I should apply to the program if I will be competing for less seats than usual. I am not trying to waste my time taking their extra prereqs just to apply for 3 open seats or something around that number.

[futurepa90]

Hello I was wondering if all the accepted applicants are keeping their seats for next year? I am trying to gauge whether or not I should apply to the program if I will be competing for less seats than usual. I am not trying to waste my time taking their extra prereqs just to apply for 3 open seats or something around that number.

 

I will most likely be keeping my seat.

[Mattkupfer3110]

Hello everyone!

My name is Matt and I am a member of the 20 or so students who gained acceptance to La Verne's PA program last March. I am so happy to have stumbled across this thread! I was wondering if anyone has since heard from any of the faculty regarding an update in our status. I have not heard from anyone since I received the letter promising acceptance in the June 2018 cohort.

I am re-applying in CASPA as a safeguard but I am still extremely hopeful provisional accreditation is met this March so we can begin working together. Best of luck to all!

[Vk209]

Its pretty simple guys.... every1 going to keep their seat unless something crazy happens. Also, every1 will reapply at CASPA for other programs because nobody is going to deny a better more established program instead of La Verne. However, the faculty at La Verne were amazing and diversified which some of us (me) really enjoy!

 

Reality is that there are sooooooooo many applicants for PA schools nowadays its going to get more and more difficult to get into PA school. 

[mjj89]

I actually don't see La Verne on CASPA this cycle. Must be because the accepted students from the past cycle were guaranteed seats. I'm one of waitlisted/alternate students and I was informed that we'll be kept on the waitlist for next cycle too. :)

[lulu11]

I emailed Dr Estrada about two weeks ago inquiring any status updates that he could give about the accreditation for the PA Program and I have not received a response yet. :/

[futurepa90]

On 7/3/2017 at 7:37 PM, lulu11 said:

I emailed Dr Estrada about two weeks ago inquiring any status updates that he could give about the accreditation for the PA Program and I have not received a response yet. :/

I think its too early for them to know since the review is in March.