Gator17 Posted November 12, 2017 Share Posted November 12, 2017 On 11/9/2017 at 4:00 PM, PAgirl1 said: Got the call earlier this week! Interviewed on 10/31. Pumped to be a double gator! Welcome to the Double Gator Nation! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JD2012 Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 Is there one more group of interviews left? I remember there is one after Thanksgiving and that final decisions are made, plus with Irma scattering those that were supposed to interview on 9/11-9/12. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ndiehl87 Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 2 hours ago, JD2012 said: Is there one more group of interviews left? I remember there is one after Thanksgiving and that final decisions are made, plus with Irma scattering those that were supposed to interview on 9/11-9/12. Take this with a grain of salt, but I thought I heard that interviews and decisions would go later than most years because of the hurricanes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAtoPAC Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 On 11/17/2017 at 7:37 AM, JD2012 said: Is there one more group of interviews left? I remember there is one after Thanksgiving and that final decisions are made, plus with Irma scattering those that were supposed to interview on 9/11-9/12. At the last interview, they told us that there was one more interview session left Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CMijares Posted November 19, 2017 Share Posted November 19, 2017 To those who got interviews/accepted, when did you submit your application to UF? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JarrodKearney Posted November 19, 2017 Share Posted November 19, 2017 To those who got interviews/accepted, when did you submit your application to UF? I submitted my application June 23rd, UF confirmed my application was received on July 5, forwarded to second level review on October 17, invited on October 20 (an interview spot opened up), interviews October 30/31, and accepted November 6!Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ldarmst Posted November 19, 2017 Share Posted November 19, 2017 5 hours ago, CMijares said: To those who got interviews/accepted, when did you submit your application to UF? CASPA verified 5/12 Initial review: 5/15 2nd level review: 5/19 Interviewed 11/13 & 11/15 waiting to hear back on an acceptance (fingers crossed) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CMijares Posted November 19, 2017 Share Posted November 19, 2017 What does the secondary review email look like? I submitted on 7/10 and I’ve only been able to find this one from 7/17: Greetings from the School of Physician Assistant Studies at the University of Florida! We received your application materials from CASPA and your information has been forwarded to the Admissions Committee for review. Please be sure that all required documentation is uploaded with your CASPA application. If you have not already done so, please have your GRE score report sent electronically to our Admissions office using CODE 0427. This will allow for your scores to be reported to our office as well as to CASPA.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreatChecko Posted November 19, 2017 Author Share Posted November 19, 2017 What does the secondary review email look like? I submitted on 7/10 and I’ve only been able to find this one from 7/17: Greetings from the School of Physician Assistant Studies at the University of Florida! We received your application materials from CASPA and your information has been forwarded to the Admissions Committee for review. Please be sure that all required documentation is uploaded with your CASPA application. If you have not already done so, please have your GRE score report sent electronically to our Admissions office using CODE 0427. This will allow for your scores to be reported to our office as well as to CASPA.... That's the "secondary review" email. Basically, you met the minimum standards (beyond what is published, I don't know what they are) and now are in the literal stack to be reviewed and essay read by the committee. Final decisions will be made in the next few weeks, whether that's interview/acceptance/wait list/try again next year. I can't emphasize how competitive the process is, so don't beat yourself up if you fall short. If UF is still your goal, work on improving and reapply next year. Reapplicants are seen favorably at UF. All the best! Sent from my SM-G930P using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CMijares Posted November 19, 2017 Share Posted November 19, 2017 Thanks everybody! :-) good luck to everyone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreatChecko Posted November 19, 2017 Author Share Posted November 19, 2017 8 hours ago, BPA2017 said: Did anyone else find it extremely expensive to travel to Gainesville? Flights from my city to Gainesville cost over $600! Try JAX, MCO (Orlando, factor in tolls), TPA, even with a rental it's sometimes well worth it. JAX is my favorite BTW, easy in and out, only 1.5hour drive to GNV Sent from my SM-G930P using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larh2018 Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 On 11/17/2017 at 7:37 AM, JD2012 said: Is there one more group of interviews left? I remember there is one after Thanksgiving and that final decisions are made, plus with Irma scattering those that were supposed to interview on 9/11-9/12. Well, if it answers your question, I am interviewing Dec 4-5. Pretty sure that is the last day of interviews. Any pointers guys? Any idea on how full the class is up to this point? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JD2012 Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 There should be at minimum the amount that will be interviewing in your group so that if your group is amazing everyone has the possibility of being accepted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AspiringPA2017 Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 JUST GOT THE CALL!!! THIS IS THE BEST DAY OF MY LIFE!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ldarmst Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 Proud to be a Florida Gator!! Class of 2020 here I come ?. Just got the call as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miked Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 Also got the call! Congrats everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAtoPAC Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 Got the call earlier this afternoon!!! I'm SO excited!! Can't wait to meet everybody! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curitibaPA Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 As far as I understand it, if you don't get the call a few days after your interview then you'll find out mid-December? Or is there still a chance that you can get a call at any point before December? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreatChecko Posted November 21, 2017 Author Share Posted November 21, 2017 As far as I understand it, if you don't get the call a few days after your interview then you'll find out mid-December? Or is there still a chance that you can get a call at any point before December?There is always a chance for an earlier call. For the most part, however, the majorities of notifications will come in December, with wait list/rejections traditionally coming by mail in January Sent from my SM-G930P using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knmoeller Posted November 26, 2017 Share Posted November 26, 2017 Hi all! I'm set to interview Dec. 4&6. Anyone have any advice specific to UF interviews?! This is my #1 program and I really don't want to mess it up!! Any and all help/encouragement is much appreciated! Congrats to all who have been accepted thus far, I hope to see ya in June! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JarrodKearney Posted November 26, 2017 Share Posted November 26, 2017 Hi all! I'm set to interview Dec. 4&6. Anyone have any advice specific to UF interviews?! This is my #1 program and I really don't want to mess it up!! Any and all help/encouragement is much appreciated! Congrats to all who have been accepted thus far, I hope to see ya in June! :)Much of the advice I got was to just relax and be yourself. After going through the interview process and being accepted, I completely agree. The interviewers know you pretty well from the essay you wrote and from some of the material you submitted with the application. What they don't know is who you are on a personal, conversational level. The first day will break the ice in a lot of ways and give you a better idea of what to expect. They had a dinner the first night with some of the current students and I just focused on a couple of the students and asked them about their experience. Be sure to take advantage of that.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ldarmst Posted November 26, 2017 Share Posted November 26, 2017 23 minutes ago, JarrodKearney said: Much of the advice I got was to just relax and be yourself. After going through the interview process and being accepted, I completely agree. The interviewers know you pretty well from the essay you wrote and from some of the material you submitted with the application. What they don't know is who you are on a personal, conversational level. The first day will break the ice in a lot of ways and give you a better idea of what to expect. They had a dinner the first night with some of the current students and I just focused on a couple of the students and asked them about their experience. Be sure to take advantage of that. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I totally agree. I would also recommend going back through your transcripts and your experiences and be able to talk through any deficiencies or things which you think are unique that set you apart. For me, it was the diversity of my experiences and quantity of quality patient care hours which I really played up. Be yourself and don't stress it. Seriously. I thought I absolutely bombed the interview, to the point that I was already looking at housing options and moving logistics for the other school I was accepted to when Kerry called with the acceptance. You don't know what they are looking for, so be yourself and enjoy the process!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAtoPAC Posted November 26, 2017 Share Posted November 26, 2017 13 hours ago, knmoeller said: Hi all! I'm set to interview Dec. 4&6. Anyone have any advice specific to UF interviews?! This is my #1 program and I really don't want to mess it up!! Any and all help/encouragement is much appreciated! Congrats to all who have been accepted thus far, I hope to see ya in June! :) I definitely agree with the advice above! At this point they really emphasize getting to know you as a person, so just be who you are. The first day is a long one, especially if you take advantage of the dinner, so make sure to get enough sleep both days as best you can and shake off any nerves for the individual interviews. Be professional, know the common questions, but be able to let yourself shine even though you may be nervous. They really just want to know if you'll be a good addition to the class so they are really looking to get a good feel for your personality. I thought I had no chance with UF before they called me. So stay hopeful, trust the process, and take advantage of opportunities to talk to current students, see the facilities and ask questions! Even though UF is your top choice, you are still interviewing them as well to make sure they are a good fit for you. Be confident! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knmoeller Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Thank you guys so much! I really appreciate the advice and encouragement! (: Best of luck to everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casey29 Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Has anyone else heard anything ? I received an email last week saying that the admissions committee was interested in interviewing me but it was contingent upon a course and they requested the syllabus ...submitted the material but Haven't heard anything since then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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