pacman54 Posted September 7, 2013 Share Posted September 7, 2013 but no one knows why. They didn't have enough ob/gyn clinical rotations for males. Now they do. Just an FYI. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Z PA-C Posted September 7, 2013 Share Posted September 7, 2013 They didn't have enough ob/gyn clinical rotations for males. Now they do. Just an FYI. I knew that. Thanks though. I was more referring to people in general (ie potential employers/collegues in the medical field) not knowing what the probation was for but only knowing that the school was on probation. That is a concern that I have but others might be ok with it. It's a personal decision whether or not that would be an issue for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashclaps Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 Read the thread about the probationary status as it will say more. The reason they were put on probationary status had everything to do with the clinical rotation side of things. Some students were not getting the proper clinical rotations, it had nothing to do with the quality of the instruction. The PANCE pass rates have always been around the national average (they are going to go up though!). They have since reduced their class size by about 20 students, increased their clinical site agreements, and brought on new faculty and a new director who is a renowned and highly respected PA and Doctor of Health Sciences - Dr. Simon. http://www.atsu.edu/soma/faculty_staff/dr_albert_simon_bio.htm He has also been making improvements to the didactic portion that I am excited about. They have another site review coming up and since they have made great efforts to address this concern, it is anticipated that they will regain full accreditation. Probationary status is a temporary thing that allows programs to improve and come back into compliance. This is 100% the truth. I just interviewed earlier this week and I was so pleased with Dr Simon and the changes in the program. I walked into the interview a little skeptical like most students and walked out totally a believer in the program. I know that if I were to be accepted and chose to attend AT Still I would graduate as an excellent PA- and that's all that matters Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uscbigdawg Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smileyface Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 I applied to this program at the end of July they received my application by middle of august and asked me to sent in my secondary application. I called them at that point and they said that they have a few interview spots left. I still haven't gotten a rejection or an interview from them. If all the interview spots have been filled I don't understand why they haven't sent me a rejection letter yet so I'm not kept in the dark. Has anyone else who applied as late as I did heard from them yet? I'm not sure if I should contact them about my application status or just keep waiting. Any advice? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashclaps Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 I would fill out the secondary and hope for an interview. you never know how many people may turn down the offer and then they're left having to interview more people. For only $70 or whatever the fee is it's better to cover your bases if you would like to go there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melbel1212 Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 I applied to this program at the end of July they received my application by middle of august and asked me to sent in my secondary application. I called them at that point and they said that they have a few interview spots left. I still haven't gotten a rejection or an interview from them. If all the interview spots have been filled I don't understand why they haven't sent me a rejection letter yet so I'm not kept in the dark. Has anyone else who applied as late as I did heard from them yet? I'm not sure if I should contact them about my application status or just keep waiting. Any advice? I'm in the same boat. I received the supplemental app on 8/19 and called to see if there were any interview spots left. They told me there were very few spots left, so I went ahead and submitted my supp app on 8/20. I haven't heard anything since, not even a rejection letter. I also want to call and ask, but I don't want to look impatient. Should we just wait it out? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uscbigdawg Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melbel1212 Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 Good to know. Thanks uscbigdawg! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emurphy Posted September 10, 2013 Share Posted September 10, 2013 Read the thread about the probationary status as it will say more. The reason they were put on probationary status had everything to do with the clinical rotation side of things. Some students were not getting the proper clinical rotations, it had nothing to do with the quality of the instruction. The PANCE pass rates have always been around the national average (they are going to go up though!). They have since reduced their class size by about 20 students, increased their clinical site agreements, and brought on new faculty and a new director who is a renowned and highly respected PA and Doctor of Health Sciences - Dr. Simon. http://www.atsu.edu/soma/faculty_staff/dr_albert_simon_bio.htm He has also been making improvements to the didactic portion that I am excited about. They have another site review coming up and since they have made great efforts to address this concern, it is anticipated that they will regain full accreditation. Probationary status is a temporary thing that allows programs to improve and come back into compliance. rcreek, Thank you for your information! I'm glad to know that the school is making changes to support the continuing education of their students. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toyotabike Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 So expected class size is 50 students this year? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcreek Posted September 13, 2013 Share Posted September 13, 2013 So expected class size is 50 students this year? Yes. At least, that's what many of us were told. Last year's matriculating class was also 50. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CowboyAce Posted September 13, 2013 Share Posted September 13, 2013 Does anyone know how many applicants have already been accepted? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmj0233 Posted September 13, 2013 Share Posted September 13, 2013 I just cancelled my interview at ATSU so hopefully that will give someone else a good shot at interview/acceptance! Best of luck to everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawrence14 Posted September 22, 2013 Share Posted September 22, 2013 I'm in the same boat. I received the supplemental app on 8/19 and called to see if there were any interview spots left. They told me there were very few spots left, so I went ahead and submitted my supp app on 8/20. I haven't heard anything since, not even a rejection letter. I also want to call and ask, but I don't want to look impatient. Should we just wait it out? I also received the supplemental on 08/19, and submitted on 08/20. Are you still waiting to hear back? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melbel1212 Posted September 23, 2013 Share Posted September 23, 2013 I also received the supplemental on 08/19, and submitted on 08/20. Are you still waiting to hear back? Yes, I'm still waiting. I don't have a good feeling about this one. :/ If I hear back (interview or rejection), I'll post it up here. Best of you luck to you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toyotabike Posted October 8, 2013 Share Posted October 8, 2013 Just got an email stating 46/50 spots is already taken. Good luck everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soccernut Posted October 8, 2013 Share Posted October 8, 2013 Just declined my spot, there are now 45/50. Good luck to everyone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toyotabike Posted October 10, 2013 Share Posted October 10, 2013 Just declined my spot, there are now 45/50. Good luck to everyone Mind sharing how you made your decision? Feel free to pm me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJC Posted October 10, 2013 Share Posted October 10, 2013 I got accepted :) what a relief! It is close to home, tuition is reasonable, faculty is awesome, and Mesa is a wonderful city I can't WAIT to have a winter with no snow! 47th of 50 students! I dont care which number I am just as long as I get to become a PA-C someday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ceschlorff Posted October 11, 2013 Share Posted October 11, 2013 I got accepted :) what a relief! It is close to home, tuition is reasonable, faculty is awesome, and Mesa is a wonderful city I can't WAIT to have a winter with no snow! 47th of 50 students! I dont care which number I am just as long as I get to become a PA-C someday. Congrats!!! I am so happy for you!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawrence14 Posted October 17, 2013 Share Posted October 17, 2013 Just got an email stating 46/50 spots is already taken. Good luck everyone. Was this an email that was sent to everyone or did you email them asking about your status? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toyotabike Posted October 18, 2013 Share Posted October 18, 2013 Was this an email that was sent to everyone or did you email them asking about your status? Sent because I have an upcoming interview sched. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dajohn17 Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 I enjoyed the interview very much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lb87 Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Got an email saying that only 40/50 spots are currently filled, and of those 40, not all have submitted their fees yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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