DubuquePAstudent2019 Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 Hey everyone, I'm a current student at the University of Dubuque. When I was applying to PA schools I found this forum to be really helpful for getting inside perspectives from current students about what their school is like. Feel free to ask me questions here or PM me directly. Over-all, this is a great school. I don't think you will find a PA program with happier students, better teachers, or a more supportive environment. Thomas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KatelynK Posted June 26, 2018 Share Posted June 26, 2018 On 4/17/2018 at 9:18 PM, DubuquePAstudent2019 said: Hey everyone, I'm a current student at the University of Dubuque. When I was applying to PA schools I found this forum to be really helpful for getting inside perspectives from current students about what their school is like. Feel free to ask me questions here or PM me directly. Over-all, this is a great school. I don't think you will find a PA program with happier students, better teachers, or a more supportive environment. Thomas Hey! Why did you chose this program over others, and what do you think makes it stand out? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aibae Posted July 9, 2018 Share Posted July 9, 2018 On 6/26/2018 at 2:23 PM, KatelynK said: Hey! Why did you chose this program over others, and what do you think makes it stand out? Thanks! Hello! I'm another PA-S from the class of 2019. If you head over to UDPA's Facebook page, they have been rolling out individual student profiles where we all have answered questions such as "Why UDPA?" and lifestyle questions after getting into PA school. This way you can get multiple viewpoints on your question. Hope this helps! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DubuquePAstudent2019 Posted August 3, 2018 Author Share Posted August 3, 2018 (edited) Thank you to whoever of my classmates posted a response already! The FB page is a great resource. Great question Katelyn! Let me write a good response when I get through summer finals. Edited August 27, 2018 by DubuquePAstudent2019 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakeandreasen7 Posted August 23, 2018 Share Posted August 23, 2018 I have an interview on October 17th! Anyone else in the same boat? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DubuquePAstudent2019 Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 Okay, I'm back from summer break! Here is my response to Katelyn's question about why I chose UD and what makes it stand out. 1. Best Faculty Some schools I interviewed at seemed a little boring. I have trouble being excited about spending over a year in class if it is going to be a boring never-ending slide show experience. This program is different. I met Dr. Karkow during my interview process. He is the past president of the Iowa Chapter of the American College of Surgeons Surgical practice and teaches about a quarter of the classes. He takes a deep interest in the success of his students. He and I talked about medical mission trips, raising kids, and stories of his life as a surgeon. I really connected and felt that he has what it takes to make me a great PA. I found the other professors and staff in my interview to be equally personable and engaging. 2. Inexpensive school in a great location This was the second least expensive program on my top 50 list. Add to that that rent in Dubuque is lower than any of the other 9 schools that offered me interviews. Dubuque is a beautiful historic town on the Mississippi with lots of biking and hiking trails as well as outdoor concerts and great restaurants. 3. Manageable work load I estimated the time spent in class and doing homework and found this school to be reasonable compared to other programs. The professors are very good at teaching you what you need to know, in a memorable way, and without wasting your time. I believe we are probably a little above the national average academically, but we're still waiting for our first PANCE scores which will not be available until the first class takes the PANCE next year. 4. They value you I got the sense during my interview process and much more since I came here, that this program is immensely supportive and more like a family than a business. Unlike some schools that rank students solely based on GPA, Dubuque looks at you as a whole. They have done a great job of selecting phenomenal classmates. I'm really enjoying my time here and would not go anywhere else, even if you paid me. Feel free to message me with other questions or post them here. Thomas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slanglie Posted September 6, 2018 Share Posted September 6, 2018 Interview on Oct. 10!! Anyone else? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LBrophy23 Posted September 11, 2018 Share Posted September 11, 2018 On 9/6/2018 at 7:02 PM, Slanglie said: Interview on Oct. 10!! Anyone else? When did you submit your application?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SomosPAPAya Posted September 18, 2018 Share Posted September 18, 2018 On 9/6/2018 at 7:02 PM, Slanglie said: Interview on Oct. 10!! Anyone else? Ill be there on the 10th with you as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slanglie Posted September 19, 2018 Share Posted September 19, 2018 (edited) On 9/11/2018 at 4:31 PM, LBrophy23 said: When did you submit your application?? July 9th I got an email from them saying they received it! Edited September 19, 2018 by Slanglie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geedle Posted October 7, 2018 Share Posted October 7, 2018 On 9/6/2018 at 4:02 PM, Slanglie said: Interview on Oct. 10!! Anyone else? On 9/18/2018 at 9:36 AM, SomosPAPAya said: Ill be there on the 10th with you as well I'll be there on the 10th, too! Can't wait to meet you guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SomosPAPAya Posted October 7, 2018 Share Posted October 7, 2018 4 hours ago, geedle said: I'll be there on the 10th, too! Can't wait to meet you guys! Yeah, it will be great to meet everyone. Ill be the older guy (I’m 39) that’s originally from California and been in Philadelphia the last two years . I’ll be The there a day before on the 9th. I’m open to meet anyone for dinner . Would be nice to see a somewhat familiar face the day of the interview. p.s. Anyone have any idea how many people they invite per interview session? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aibae Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 On 10/7/2018 at 6:22 PM, SomosPAPAya said: p.s. Anyone have any idea how many people they invite per interview session? They offer 16 applicants interviews for each session. The number at the interview can vary depending on students who have been offered placement at other schools, however. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HRESNICK Posted October 13, 2018 Share Posted October 13, 2018 On 8/23/2018 at 1:37 PM, jakeandreasen7 said: I have an interview on October 17th! Anyone else in the same boat? Yes, I will be there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mitteh71 Posted October 13, 2018 Share Posted October 13, 2018 Anyone that has interviewed recently...did they say anything about additional interview dates/invitations this year? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slanglie Posted October 13, 2018 Share Posted October 13, 2018 2 hours ago, mitteh71 said: Anyone that has interviewed recently...did they say anything about additional interview dates/invitations this year? They said they will do 7 interviews total and I believe they go through January (not positive on that). The fourth one is this month! Hope thats helps! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aibae Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 (edited) On 10/13/2018 at 9:22 AM, mitteh71 said: Anyone that has interviewed recently...did they say anything about additional interview dates/invitations this year? There is an interview scheduled for tomorrow (10/17) and one scheduled for November, December and January. So in total, there will be seven interview dates this application cycle. Hope this helps! Edited October 16, 2018 by aibae Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prevolyn Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 Received an interview for 12/12 today! So excited! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakeandreasen7 Posted October 23, 2018 Share Posted October 23, 2018 Has anyone that interviewed heard any response? I went this last cycle (Oct. 17th) and they said that they would respond with an answer by this Friday, but I’m curious to see if anyone has heard anything? I also wonder if they will call or email. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slanglie Posted October 24, 2018 Share Posted October 24, 2018 48 minutes ago, jakeandreasen7 said: Has anyone that interviewed heard any response? I went this last cycle (Oct. 17th) and they said that they would respond with an answer by this Friday, but I’m curious to see if anyone has heard anything? I also wonder if they will call or email. Nothing yet, but (un)patiently waiting!!! I think it will be an email! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SomosPAPAya Posted October 24, 2018 Share Posted October 24, 2018 2 hours ago, jakeandreasen7 said: Has anyone that interviewed heard any response? I went this last cycle (Oct. 17th) and they said that they would respond with an answer by this Friday, but I’m curious to see if anyone has heard anything? I also wonder if they will call or email. They said they have two interview sessions a month and in the last week they. Meetup to decide. They told us oct 10th interviewees that they are meeting on the 23rd and making offers at the end of that week (so yes this Friday probably) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KatelynK Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 Got my acceptance call this morning! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakeandreasen7 Posted October 27, 2018 Share Posted October 27, 2018 On 10/24/2018 at 11:03 PM, KatelynK said: Got my acceptance call this morning! Congrats! I did as well! Looking forward to being classmates! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HRESNICK Posted October 31, 2018 Share Posted October 31, 2018 On 10/26/2018 at 9:34 PM, jakeandreasen7 said: Congrats! I did as well! Looking forward to being classmates! I also was accepted!! Very excited:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prepa10 Posted November 2, 2018 Share Posted November 2, 2018 I am interviewing Nov 7th! Anyone else? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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