hustleforthePAC Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 1 hour ago, Swiftest said: Received an acceptance email today. Blown away. Interviewed 10/10, waitlisted around the end of October, heard back today. I don't really know how to state my enthusiasm here so I'll pre-emptively answer my fellow neurotics' questions for stats. 3.5 gpa Biology degree, upward trend (4 point last semester) Just under 2000 hours of medical experience as an EMT-B in a city known for violence & poverty Medical study abroad Philanthropy chairman in my undergraduate Fraternity Second application cycle with zero interviews last year Wow! Can't believe I made it. This is the type of success story i love hearing! Congrats, wish i could give you more reputation likes but it only allows me to give you one. Please teach me your ways! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Piperpottamus Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 1 hour ago, Swiftest said: Received an acceptance email today. Blown away. Interviewed 10/10, waitlisted around the end of October, heard back today. I don't really know how to state my enthusiasm here so I'll pre-emptively answer my fellow neurotics' questions for stats. 3.5 gpa Biology degree, upward trend (4 point last semester) Just under 2000 hours of medical experience as an EMT-B in a city known for violence & poverty Medical study abroad Philanthropy chairman in my undergraduate Fraternity Second application cycle with zero interviews last year Wow! Can't believe I made it. I think this is just incredible! I’m so thrilled for you! You deserve to feel amazing!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UsmcMichigan32 Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 Received an interview notification today but declined since I'm set with my dream school. Hopefully somebody awesome gets the seat! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SFRiley Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 14 hours ago, UsmcMichigan32 said: Received an interview notification today but declined since I'm set with my dream school. Hopefully somebody awesome gets the seat! When did you have everything submitted? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SFRiley Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 On 11/16/2017 at 3:57 PM, ttllvv said: I just received an invite for interview in January, so it is definitely not too late! I have accepted another offer, so hoping this invite will make it's way to you guys :) When was your supplemental submitted? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UsmcMichigan32 Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 19 minutes ago, SFRiley said: When did you have everything submitted? It was a pretty last minute decision, so I think it was sent in the beginning of September. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ella0106 Posted November 19, 2017 Share Posted November 19, 2017 I spoke with a few interviewees on Wednesday 11/15 before going home for my afternoon nap :) I wish you guys the best of luck- feel free to message me if you have any questions! -El Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PAinWaiting Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 On 11/18/2017 at 9:45 PM, Ella0106 said: I spoke with a few interviewees on Wednesday 11/15 before going home for my afternoon nap :) I wish you guys the best of luck- feel free to message me if you have any questions! -El You spoke to me! I was accepted today and I am beyond excited!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laurenah Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 Are there any interview spots left? Still hopeful!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tauntaun Posted November 22, 2017 Share Posted November 22, 2017 21 hours ago, laurenah said: Are there any interview spots left? Still hopeful!!! I believe last call will be 12/14...at least that looks to be the pattern in last threads. I'm also a patiently waiting hopeful! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
medlabscientist Posted November 22, 2017 Share Posted November 22, 2017 23 hours ago, laurenah said: Are there any interview spots left? Still hopeful!!! I saw someone on page 6 say that they have an interview in January. Don't count yourself out yet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ACPA18 Posted November 22, 2017 Share Posted November 22, 2017 Hi! Just curious if anyone knows how people are accepted off of the waitlist. I was waitlisted on 10/23 and haven't heard back yet, but it seems like some who were waitlisted later have already heard back, so I am assuming it's not chronological? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ella0106 Posted November 23, 2017 Share Posted November 23, 2017 On 11/20/2017 at 9:04 PM, PAinWaiting said: You spoke to me! I was accepted today and I am beyond excited!! That's great news!!! Congratulations!!!! Feel free to message me if you ever have questions :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ella0106 Posted November 23, 2017 Share Posted November 23, 2017 20 hours ago, ACPA18 said: Hi! Just curious if anyone knows how people are accepted off of the waitlist. I was waitlisted on 10/23 and haven't heard back yet, but it seems like some who were waitlisted later have already heard back, so I am assuming it's not chronological? Hi ACPA18, I know that our class had 20 or so people accepted off the wait list. Don't give up hope! This number fluctuates each year and I believe you'll (eventually) get a number on the list and you will get updates as movement occurs. I would assume assigning or releasing numbers might occur later once interviews are done, but not 100% sure when Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ACPA18 Posted November 23, 2017 Share Posted November 23, 2017 37 minutes ago, Ella0106 said: Hi ACPA18, I know that our class had 20 or so people accepted off the wait list. Don't give up hope! This number fluctuates each year and I believe you'll (eventually) get a number on the list and you will get updates as movement occurs. I would assume assigning or releasing numbers might occur later once interviews are done, but not 100% sure when Awesome, that's good to know! Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby4 Posted November 27, 2017 Share Posted November 27, 2017 Accepted 11/20/17 after interviewing 11/14/17. Paid my deposit today! We were told we were the third session out of five-six they will hold for interviews. Seems like there is still a good chance for a lot of people to hear back! Best of luck to everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
km2017 Posted November 27, 2017 Share Posted November 27, 2017 I was offered a December interview on the 17th but turned it down in lieu of a seat at school that's a better fit location-wise. I hope this opens up an interview spot for someone at their dream school! Good luck to all! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrittLundy Posted November 30, 2017 Share Posted November 30, 2017 How is the interview process going for everyone? I have yet to hear anything back myself. Sounds like all their offers should be out by now though. Thanks all <3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anastasia Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 Sort of a weird question and maybe a current student can shed some light. What kind of a student is Duke looking for? I have my interview coming up here and Soooo badly want to get in (duh just like anyone else)... Looking for pointers and suggestions how to best prepare. Thank in advance everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tauntaun Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 6 hours ago, Anastasia said: Sort of a weird question and maybe a current student can shed some light. What kind of a student is Duke looking for? I have my interview coming up here and Soooo badly want to get in (duh just like anyone else)... Looking for pointers and suggestions how to best prepare. Thank in advance everyone! I would start with their mission statement for guidance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uwec96 Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 Sort of a weird question and maybe a current student can shed some light. What kind of a student is Duke looking for? I have my interview coming up here and Soooo badly want to get in (duh just like anyone else)... Looking for pointers and suggestions how to best prepare. Thank in advance everyone!There’s no cookie cutter fit at Duke. We’re a very diverse class! I’m one of 2 RNs and the oldest male student at 46. They are very purposeful about using a holistic approach right down to our cadaver lab groups. People with alot of dissection experience are paired with those who never touched a scalpel. Each of us has a place to contribute along the way and we support each other way more than I expected. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anastasia Posted December 2, 2017 Share Posted December 2, 2017 17 hours ago, Quintrall said: I would start with their mission statement for guidance. Thank you! That was one of the first things to stand out to me :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ttllvv Posted December 2, 2017 Share Posted December 2, 2017 On 11/17/2017 at 1:16 PM, SFRiley said: When was your supplemental submitted? August 14th! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ella0106 Posted December 4, 2017 Share Posted December 4, 2017 On 12/1/2017 at 11:35 AM, Anastasia said: Sort of a weird question and maybe a current student can shed some light. What kind of a student is Duke looking for? I have my interview coming up here and Soooo badly want to get in (duh just like anyone else)... Looking for pointers and suggestions how to best prepare. Thank in advance everyone! Hi Anastasia, I would say that our class made up of students from all backgrounds, geographical locations, races, ages, patient care experiences (...in all ways possible). Duke is looking for the type of student they would want taking care of their loved ones= Genuine, honest, and down to earth applicants. Duke's admissions committee really is good at taking the holistic approach to interview. There isn't a right or wrong answer to the questions you will be asked during their interview. I found that I 'prepped/rehearsed' the least for Duke's interview just based on being sick, exhausted of interviewing/traveling, etc and thought my interview went poorly because of these reasons- thus was really surprised when I got in. It's hard to tell what PA schools want from an applicant. But, I am a great example of that- I got wait-listed or automatically rejected by schools I thought I had a good chance of getting into (schools closer to home)! Also, don't get caught up on comparing your stats to others who got in because it really doesn't indicate anything. (Definitely make sure you have the 'minimum' requirements) Let me know if you have anymore questions! Feel free to message me directly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anastasia Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 On 12/4/2017 at 1:58 PM, Ella0106 said: Hi Anastasia, I would say that our class made up of students from all backgrounds, geographical locations, races, ages, patient care experiences (...in all ways possible). Duke is looking for the type of student they would want taking care of their loved ones= Genuine, honest, and down to earth applicants. Duke's admissions committee really is good at taking the holistic approach to interview. There isn't a right or wrong answer to the questions you will be asked during their interview. I found that I 'prepped/rehearsed' the least for Duke's interview just based on being sick, exhausted of interviewing/traveling, etc and thought my interview went poorly because of these reasons- thus was really surprised when I got in. It's hard to tell what PA schools want from an applicant. But, I am a great example of that- I got wait-listed or automatically rejected by schools I thought I had a good chance of getting into (schools closer to home)! Also, don't get caught up on comparing your stats to others who got in because it really doesn't indicate anything. (Definitely make sure you have the 'minimum' requirements) Let me know if you have anymore questions! Feel free to message me directly Thank you so much for your response! Had my interview on Monday. Will be patiently waiting for hopefully good news :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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