jyc010 Posted February 26, 2016 Share Posted February 26, 2016 I received an email on February 9th saying my application file was complete. ah darn, mine was completed January 6. They're on rolling admissions right? If so, I guess I've lost my chance =1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenixj Posted February 26, 2016 Share Posted February 26, 2016 I wonder if I was passed over too because my application was completed in November 2015. November 20th Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lema010 Posted February 27, 2016 Share Posted February 27, 2016 Hey guys! To the people who've already interviewed.. How long did it take until you heard back from them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenixj Posted February 27, 2016 Share Posted February 27, 2016 It just dawned on me that the march 1st deadline is around the corner. I wonder how many interviews have they conducted so far? You don't see that many people making post about interview invites on this thread. Any ideas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lema010 Posted February 27, 2016 Share Posted February 27, 2016 It just dawned on me that the march 1st deadline is around the corner. I wonder how many interviews have they conducted so far? You don't see that many people making post about interview invites on this thread. Any ideas? I interviewed recently and was told by a student that he thought we were the third group to go through. He said they usually do about six rounds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southernmedlife Posted February 28, 2016 Share Posted February 28, 2016 I was in the first round on 2/3 and still have yet to heard back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PA_McKay Posted February 28, 2016 Share Posted February 28, 2016 For those who may be curious, last year's application cycle involved 6 interviews held on 12/12, 12/17, 2/27, 3/31, 4/7, and 4/15. This year, however, the interviews began much later. Thus far, interviews have been held on 2/3, and 2/17. Another will be held on 3/16. That leaves room for another later in March and two more in April. @Lema010, when did you interview? No one has mentioned a third interview. Either way, there is plenty of opportunity for those who have not yet heard anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lema010 Posted February 28, 2016 Share Posted February 28, 2016 @PA_McKay I interviewed 2/24 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcook33 Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 I also interviewed on 2/17! @PA_McKay do they really only do 6 interview sessions to field the entire 50 person class? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southernmedlife Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 I also interviewed on 2/17! @PA_McKay do they really only do 6 interview sessions to field the entire 50 person class? Yes. So interview invites have really good odds of getting accepted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PA_McKay Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 With about 500 applicants and 50 seats available, Mercer's PA program has a 10% acceptance rate, which is much higher than other schools'. From what I understand, about 12 applicants are interviewed in each of 6 interviews. This means that approximately 8 interviewees will be accepted for every interview. This brings the odds of an interviewee up to 66%! Of course, this is not a hard-and-fast rule, but it does offer some measure of hope for those who seek it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cg02186 Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 I also interviewed on 2/17! @PA_McKay do they really only do 6 interview sessions to field the entire 50 person class? I'm currently a 2nd year student at Mercer and helped with a ton of interviews. For the most part, there is no set number of interviews. There are definitely well over 500 applications for the 50 seats so it's getting pretty competitive. They interview until they fill the seats because it is rolling admissions. If the first 50 people they interview are all great, and they all accept the seat then that's that. They will keep interviewing until they find 50 students they think will be a good fit for the program. Hope that info helps and anyone can feel free to send me a PM if you have any questions. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenixj Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 Well, if they only do six interview sessions, I guess my chances are REALLY gone since I haven't heard anything since November. They gave me the once-over. LOL!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janay Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 Has anyone tried calling? I have tried to call and email them, but I never get a response. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southernmedlife Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 They will be meeting to make decisions on the first set of interviewees on Friday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaraXiomara Posted March 4, 2016 Share Posted March 4, 2016 Hi guys! I got an interview for March 23 and I'm not from the area. Do you guys know the closest airport and a hotel to stay at? Any information would be of great great help. Mahalo, Sara Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southernmedlife Posted March 4, 2016 Share Posted March 4, 2016 Just got the acceptance call! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spe747 Posted March 4, 2016 Share Posted March 4, 2016 Hey guys!! I hope you all are having a great weekend. So I just received the call today that I have been accepted to the Mercer Pa program for the Class of 2019. It is very exciting. I interviewed on 2/17 for all of those who might have been with me. I wish you all the best of luck and look forward to meeting everyone. Go Bears! To Saraxiomara: I am also from out of state, and I landed at the main Atlanta airport a day before and stayed at the Holiday Inn in Buckhead. It was a very easy drive to the school as long as you me ft about 7:20am for your 8:30am interview. It only takes about 15 minutes to get there, but I promise you that you do not want to get stuck in Atlanta morning traffic. Hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spe747 Posted March 4, 2016 Share Posted March 4, 2016 Congrats southernmedlife! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaraXiomara Posted March 4, 2016 Share Posted March 4, 2016 Thank you so much! I appreciate the help :) and Congratulations!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dta5394 Posted March 4, 2016 Share Posted March 4, 2016 Hey guys! So how long after your email about an interview did you receive the confirmation? I don't want to submit the RSVP again if it isn't an automated and immediate confirmation email but I am concerned that I have not gotten another email regarding my upcoming interview since the invitation and link to RSVP. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spe747 Posted March 4, 2016 Share Posted March 4, 2016 I thought the same thing. Don't worry, it took about 7 days or so before I got a confirmation of when and where. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dta5394 Posted March 4, 2016 Share Posted March 4, 2016 Awesome!! Thank you SO much Spe747 and congratulations on your acceptance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arl93 Posted March 4, 2016 Share Posted March 4, 2016 Congratulations southernmedlife and Spe747! :) I received the acceptance call today as well. I interviewed on 2/17, Spe747. Good luck to everyone waiting and interviewing! Ashley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spe747 Posted March 5, 2016 Share Posted March 5, 2016 I was the guy from LSU! Lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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