kmm9269 Posted April 27, 2011 Share Posted April 27, 2011 I am out of state. Our class is about 70% out of state, 30% in state. But that is not factored into who is accepted, we just happen to get a lot of out of state applications. I interviewed the 2nd week of May which was the 2nd interview group and found out within 3 days by mail that I got accepted. I applied in December and found out about 3 weeks before my interview that I got one. I LOVE this program, one thing that I found different about our program from others is that the faculty really treats you like people. The faculty knew all of our names within the first week and everybody has an open door policy. You can go to them about anything and they will do everything in their power to help you succeed. We are all assigned to "small groups" about 8-10 students per group, where our assigned faculty member meets with us every week and we review what we are learning in class and practice physical exams on our lab partners. It is very beneficial and really helps prepare us. We also get assigned to a preceptor and get to go to the clinic at least once a quarter and work with patients during the didactic year so we have experience before rotations begin. Our classes are all coordinated, so in A&P we are learning about the Cardiovascular system, in Physical Assesment we are learning about the Cardiac Exam, in Clinical Medicine we learn about Heart conditions and how to treat them, etc. It really helps make the material bearable! This program is really unique which you will find out upon interviewing. Also, the interview process is 2 days: the first day is like an orientation, you learn everything about the program and go a tour of Savannah and go out to dinner with the ambassadors who will answer any questions you have and ease your nerves a little. The second day is 2, one on one interviews and 1 question and answer session with the program director and one other interviewee. Feel free to send more questions!! One of my classmates just joined too so she can help me with the responses and you can get another perspective :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dhabney Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 I had my interview at South University in Savannah yesterday. It was really laid back and the professors I interviewed with tried not to make it intimidating. I got a 700 quant score and 580 verbal score on GRE and 3.4/3.2 overall/science GPA. They said I would hear from them within 3 weeks and it can't come soon enough. Good luck to everyone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kshoup09 Posted May 4, 2011 Share Posted May 4, 2011 kmm9269-- Thanks for your response! Very nice to get a little info on the program, as I live in northern Ohio and have never been to the school... or even Savannah for that matter! Your interview process seems very unique with the 2 day visit. The coordination in classroom material sounds extremely beneficial and I haven't seen this from other schools that I have interviewed with. I have been waitlisted for a couple other places and am only waiting now to hear from South Univ. The waiting game is driving me crazy haha. Thanks again!! Exercise Physiology major 3.45 GPA 3.2 Science GPA 1000 and 4.0 GRE 250 Interning hours within numerous hospital departments and 40 hours shadowing a PA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blondknotdum Posted May 11, 2011 Share Posted May 11, 2011 I've only just submitted my CASPA. Does anyone know how long it will be before they contact me? (if they do) I'm also Exercise Phys with a 3.4 overall, 3.2 science, 1240 and 4.0 GPA and about 400 volunteering and 100 hours shadowing... Do you think the fact that I applied this late will hurt me? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nsuarez Posted May 11, 2011 Share Posted May 11, 2011 Dhabney- Have you heard back from South yet? I also had my interview April 26-27, but I haven't heard back from them. I'm getting so anxious!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djpatel Posted May 13, 2011 Share Posted May 13, 2011 For those who received an email interview invitation, how long until they tell you that you are accepted? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nsuarez Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 I found out today by mail that I was accepted, and I was interviewed a little over two weeks ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djpatel Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Thank you! I interview tomorrow so maybe we will be classmates! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
palangley Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 I also interviewed on April 26th and found on May 13th that I got accepted! Best of luck to everyone interviewing/applying Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dncntaz Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 I just got an interview invite yesterday! I was/am so excited. Anyone else going to be there June 14-15? Any advice from those who interviewed already? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarraeo26 Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 I will be there the 14th-15th too! I'm really excited! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GregRetson Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 I interviewed last week (May 17,18th)... On the South U. website they mentioned interview questions would be "Behavioral". From my experience in the interview, almost all of their questions were of this type. Google behavioral interview questions and practice coming up with scenarios in your life that apply to those particular questions. (ie Describe an interpersonal problem and how you were able to overcome it.... What was your biggest regret?) It doesn't have to be just related to work. You can talk about how you were able to overcome differences with a roommate and were able to live together without issue. Remember the interviewers know you from a piece of paper only, get them to know the professional you in person! Also the program director is VERY knowledgeable and intelligent in my opinion. Be sure to have some smart questions for him during the "not an interview" meeting you have with him. My piece of advice, have fun during the interviews! or for gosh sakes, fake it! let your high achieving, best foot forward self shine through any nervousness! -Greg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
devonp Posted May 25, 2011 Share Posted May 25, 2011 For those of you getting interview invites- when was your CASPA app complete? I applied in March and have not heard anything yet... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dncntaz Posted May 25, 2011 Share Posted May 25, 2011 I submitted my CASPA 3/1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
palangley Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 For anyone who was accepted, how do we go about finding a roommate? Do they help us set up something with the other students that were accepted? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kmm9269 Posted May 30, 2011 Share Posted May 30, 2011 I am in the current class and like Greg said, be yourself during the interview and try your best not to be nervous!! Our faculty is so laid back and friendly which will be apparent when you go for the interview. As far as housing, you will get a final e-mail list with all of your classmates and you can contact people that way. Or what our class did was create a Facebook group with everyone and that has been our easy source of communication!! Good luck to all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarraeo26 Posted May 31, 2011 Share Posted May 31, 2011 Does anyone know a cheap place to stay for the interviews? Is there public transit around Savannah or should I rent a car? I don't know where to stay and I'm not having any luck on couch surfing. I see theres a hostel but thats about it. Can we stay with current students? I'm flying in the 13th and flying out the 15th (interview is 14th-15th). I don't have a lot of money and don't want to spend $100 on a hotel each night. Any suggestions are much appreciated! I already emailed the program asking for help too. I would love to stay with a student but I could see how that may not be allowed. The hostel-type place seems cool though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dncntaz Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 Did you check out the hotels listed in the email? I think there were a few on there for around $60-70 a night. It's a good last resort if you need it. Or maybe anyone else going to the interview that you could share the room with? Me personally, I'm traveling with my mom, so I can't, but maybe another interviewee? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GregRetson Posted June 5, 2011 Share Posted June 5, 2011 For finding cheap places to stay here is a good technique.... Before going to Savannah, I used priceline to get a great deal on a hotel. I stayed at Courtyard by Marriott for a total of $64/night (My winning bid was $51 + ~$13 for taxes/fees). BTW Courtyard is 4 minutes from South so it's about as close as you can get! If you are unfamiliar with using priceline, check out biddingfortravel.com. They help you bid smartly using priceline to get you the best deal. I was so happy with my cheap, relaxing, one night stay at a 3-star hotel that I aced my interview and received my acceptance letter early this week! Good luck and have fun! Hope this helps, -Greg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dncntaz Posted June 5, 2011 Share Posted June 5, 2011 Congrats on your acceptance! I always forget about priceline. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarraeo26 Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 Is anyone who's interviewing the 14-15th interested in going on a ghost tour with me on Monday the 13th? It starts at Johnson Square and sounds awesome! I've been on this same company's tours in Charleston and Key West so I know they are good. Let me know! http://www.theghostsofsavannah.com/ Send me a private message if you are interested....I have almost an entire day to explore so I'm really excited to spend time getting to know the place! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gator Girl Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 I received an interview for June 28-29th! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
devonp Posted June 14, 2011 Share Posted June 14, 2011 Does anyone have a contact phone number for South? I wanted to check my app status and make sure they received my latest transcripts but I cannot seem to get through to the PA admissions office...? Thanks in advance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gator Girl Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 Does anyone have a contact phone number for South? I wanted to check my app status and make sure they received my latest transcripts but I cannot seem to get through to the PA admissions office...? Thanks in advance! they emailed me once they received my app. they responded faster to my email. hope this helps. (912)201-8025 / (912)201-8171 or paprogram@southuniversity.edu or khahn@southuniversity.edu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
devonp Posted June 17, 2011 Share Posted June 17, 2011 Thanks! I got the "we received your app" standard e-mail... I guess I just wanted to talk to a real person and make sure they did not need anything additional, ect, ect. I will try e-mailing. Thanks again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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