DeleteMyAccount Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 Anyone going to the preview day tomorrow? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Marina Zanzarini Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 A friend emailed asking about it, and she sent me the response which said " I am pleased to inform you that we do not participate in rolling admission. The admissions committee has decided to interview early this year so that our professors can spend more time with students. We are still planning on sending out the majority of our acceptances in March or early April. If you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to email me." Yes! They told us that is was very hard to interview almost 400 candidates in 3 months while carrying on with classes for the 1st years and didactic week for the 2nd years. The college is just spreading out the interviews, but acceptances will be around the same time as last year. Good luck to y'all! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoNameToUse Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 So is there any chance that those interviewing early can get an early acceptance? From what I hear, people tend to know whether they got in or not 3 days after the interview. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeleteMyAccount Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 So is there any chance that those interviewing early can get an early acceptance? From what I hear, people tend to know whether they got in or not 3 days after the interview. They said only a few exceptional people will, others will have to wait until the normal time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WesternPA Posted September 7, 2016 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Hey guys. I'm a first year PA student at Western. First off, I just wanted to let you guys know you're making the right choice by applying here. This is truly an exceptional program and the support you will receive from your teachers and peers here is as good as it gets. I remember being in your guys shoes last year, the hope, the fear, the anticipation. Enjoy the process, because whatever's meant to happen will happen whether your stressed or calm. I wish you guys the best of luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lccalbert Posted September 7, 2016 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Hey guys. I'm a first year PA student at Western. First off, I just wanted to let you guys know you're making the right choice by applying here. This is truly an exceptional program and the support you will receive from your teachers and peers here is as good as it gets. I remember being in your guys shoes last year, the hope, the fear, the anticipation. Enjoy the process, because whatever's meant to happen will happen whether your stressed or calm. I wish you guys the best of luck! Thank you for the kind words. I really looking forward to going to Western (If selected). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeleteMyAccount Posted September 7, 2016 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Hey guys. I'm a first year PA student at Western. First off, I just wanted to let you guys know you're making the right choice by applying here. This is truly an exceptional program and the support you will receive from your teachers and peers here is as good as it gets. I remember being in your guys shoes last year, the hope, the fear, the anticipation. Enjoy the process, because whatever's meant to happen will happen whether your stressed or calm. I wish you guys the best of luck! I went to the preview day, and it sounded just as you described it. What about the administration side? Are they good, or need improvement? Any tips on interviewing there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Marina Zanzarini Posted September 7, 2016 Share Posted September 7, 2016 I went to the preview day, and it sounded just as you described it. What about the administration side? Are they good, or need improvement? Any tips on interviewing there? As with all programs, there is always room for improvement. The best part about WesternU administration is that they actually hear us. We have monthly meetings with our department chair, and we brought some concerns for him during the last meeting, and pretty shortly after, he emailed us back with feedback and updates. For the interview, get the book "how to ace your physician assistant interview." Really learn the steps, and the process of answering the MMI format, and you will be prepared! Hang in there guys! We are all looking forward to seeing you there next August! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WesternPA Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 I went to the preview day, and it sounded just as you described it. What about the administration side? Are they good, or need improvement? Any tips on interviewing there? By administration, if you mean "teachers", than I would say they are good. One thing to remember, this is graduate school and in graduate school the teachers are there to act more as facilitators of learning than anything else. It's a lot different than undergrad where students are spoonfed. The teachers are helpful, the lectures are clear, and they're always available to answer questions whether in person or email. This program has been around a for a while so the staff really understands what the students need to succeed, and there's a whole system in place in that regard. My impression is that, among other things, Western likes people who are mature, friendly, and able to communicate well. If you have those traits then I think you've got a good chance, if not, I would get an interview coach and work on coming across that way ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WesternPA Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 They said only a few exceptional people will, others will have to wait until the normal time. Thats correct. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jazminek_pa Posted September 13, 2016 Share Posted September 13, 2016 Hey all, I received an invitation to interview for October 27. I'm so stoked! Anyone else? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peanut3 Posted September 13, 2016 Share Posted September 13, 2016 congrats on getting an interview. May I ask when you applied and what your stats are? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilse1540 Posted September 13, 2016 Share Posted September 13, 2016 Thank you both for the advice regarding Western University's Physician Assistant program! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lololang Posted September 13, 2016 Share Posted September 13, 2016 Congrats to those who got interviews! I'm still anxiously waiting... I only received an email today from the admissions counselor stating that I was missing my updated summer transcript :/ Hoping to hear news soon; Western is one of my top choices! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katesters Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 I just got an interview invite! I'm so excited! I got to choose between nov 30 and dec 14 and will get a date confirmation next week. And just for reference I submitted my verified app and supplemental on 8/27. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rizzy Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 I just got an interview invite! I'm so excited! I got to choose between nov 30 and dec 14 and will get a date confirmation next week. And just for reference I submitted my verified app and supplemental on 8/27. Congratulations! I just received an interview today as well. I was asked to choose between those same two dates. Nov. 30 and Dec. 14 and will be waiting for my confirmation. I was verified by 08/16/2016 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PA15 Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 Received an invite as well! Verified 9/6! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peanut3 Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 Congrats everyone! did it come in an email or the mail? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeleteMyAccount Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 Congrats everyone! did it come in an email or the mail? It comes as an email Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jazminek_pa Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 Hey all! Here's my timeline so far.. CASPA Verified: June 22 Secondary Received: June 27 Application Ready for Review: Aug 26 Interview Invitation: Sept 2 ~~~~~ PM me if you have questions and congrats to all who received an interview! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel120 Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 Hey everyone! Congrats to those who received interviews! I also received an interview invite and chose 9/28. Looking forward to meeting some of you :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeleteMyAccount Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 Hey everyone! Congrats to those who received interviews! I also received an interview invite and chose 9/28. Looking forward to meeting some of you :) Congrats! Are you part of group 1 or group 2? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel120 Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 Congrats! Are you part of group 1 or group 2? Thank you! I believe its group 2 since I'm scheduled to be there at 9:00 AM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeleteMyAccount Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 Thank you! I believe its group 2 since I'm scheduled to be there at 9:00 AM. Yep group 2, I wonder how many people per group? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imas94 Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 I will be there at 9:00 on the 28th also !! Looking forward to meeting everyone. I am coming from NJ. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.