Hilly Posted June 28, 2018 Share Posted June 28, 2018 Hello all! Just figured I would start a thread for the 2018/1029 Applicants! Submitted my CASPA application today and paid the $45 supplemental fee! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlzbarkley Posted July 1, 2018 Share Posted July 1, 2018 Good luck, @Hilly! It looks like the earliest people heard for interviews last year was in August... we're getting there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FPOT2018 Posted July 6, 2018 Share Posted July 6, 2018 Does Rocky Mountain College require GRE for a student that already have their Masters degree in Public Health? Medex Northwest does not require it for example if you have Masters already so I am just wondering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geekymermaid Posted July 6, 2018 Share Posted July 6, 2018 I submitted in mid June as well! Good to know that they don't respond until August. It's tempting to reach out to Calley and see where my application is at but I know that will be pushy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geekymermaid Posted July 9, 2018 Share Posted July 9, 2018 On 7/6/2018 at 12:35 AM, FPOT2018 said: Does Rocky Mountain College require GRE for a student that already have their Masters degree in Public Health? Medex Northwest does not require it for example if you have Masters already so I am just wondering. I would email the program and ask if you haven't already done so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FPOT2018 Posted July 9, 2018 Share Posted July 9, 2018 27 minutes ago, geekymermaid said: I would email the program and ask if you haven't already done so. I just got an email that they still require it. Good to know so now I will only be applying to OSHU and PU this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geekymermaid Posted July 9, 2018 Share Posted July 9, 2018 1 minute ago, FPOT2018 said: I just got an email that they still require it. Good to know so now I will only be applying to OSHU and PU this year. That's lame. I'm sorry. But hey at least you know now instead of wasting money on applying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FPOT2018 Posted July 9, 2018 Share Posted July 9, 2018 Yeah I’m glad I didn’t apply and waste money. I don’t understand why they will require GRE for someone that has a Masters already. Anyway, thank you for your reply. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toshpoint00 Posted July 30, 2018 Share Posted July 30, 2018 I got an email for an interview today! For now, they are doing interviews August 24, 31, September 7, 14, and 21. There are 9 applicants at each interview day! Good luck to everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlzbarkley Posted August 3, 2018 Share Posted August 3, 2018 On 7/30/2018 at 7:01 PM, toshpoint00 said: I got an email for an interview today! For now, they are doing interviews August 24, 31, September 7, 14, and 21. There are 9 applicants at each interview day! Good luck to everyone! thanks for the info! congrats!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocBates Posted August 8, 2018 Share Posted August 8, 2018 I am a current PA student at Rocky (class of 2020) and I am happy to answer any questions from prospective students. We are in the final week of our first summer semester, so I may not respond immediately, but will try to check this forum daily. Good luck to everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CTPAAPPLICANT2018 Posted August 14, 2018 Share Posted August 14, 2018 Does anyone know whether this program utilizes rolling admissions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lance Posted August 14, 2018 Share Posted August 14, 2018 I was offered an interview last week on 8/8/18. I will be there interviewing on 9/21. If anyone else is going to be there for this interview let me know. I will be driving from Vancouver Wa as this will be cheaper for me than flying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toshpoint00 Posted August 14, 2018 Share Posted August 14, 2018 17 hours ago, CTPAAPPLICANT2018 said: Does anyone know whether this program utilizes rolling admissions? Yes they do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bayleeee7 Posted August 20, 2018 Share Posted August 20, 2018 On 8/14/2018 at 1:22 PM, Lance said: I was offered an interview last week on 8/8/18. I will be there interviewing on 9/21. If anyone else is going to be there for this interview let me know. I will be driving from Vancouver Wa as this will be cheaper for me than flying. I am also driving from Vancouver, WA, but I will be interviewing 9/14. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lance Posted August 21, 2018 Share Posted August 21, 2018 On 8/19/2018 at 10:50 PM, bayleeee7 said: I am also driving from Vancouver, WA, but I will be interviewing 9/14. Congrats! let me know how it goes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakeandreasen7 Posted August 28, 2018 Share Posted August 28, 2018 I will be flying from Omaha, NE, and am all set to interview on November 7th! Hoping to see some of you there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kt901 Posted August 29, 2018 Share Posted August 29, 2018 On 8/7/2018 at 10:53 PM, DocBates said: I am a current PA student at Rocky (class of 2020) and I am happy to answer any questions from prospective students. We are in the final week of our first summer semester, so I may not respond immediately, but will try to check this forum daily. Good luck to everyone. I was wondering when the first wait listed student in your cohort was offered a spot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mountainmermaid78 Posted September 4, 2018 Share Posted September 4, 2018 What does Rocky Mountain College PA program look for in an applicant? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocBates Posted September 5, 2018 Share Posted September 5, 2018 On 8/29/2018 at 3:18 PM, Kt901 said: I was wondering when the first wait listed student in your cohort was offered a spot. That's a good question, but unfortunately I don't have that information. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocBates Posted September 5, 2018 Share Posted September 5, 2018 21 hours ago, mountainmermaid78 said: What does Rocky Mountain College PA program look for in an applicant? Thanks! According to the Physician Assistant Program 2018-2020 Student Handbook: Selection Process & Preferences All completed applications undergo a preliminary selection screening process, which evaluates and awards admission points based upon the following program preferences: 1. Past Academic Performance (60%). This includes a thorough review and scoring for: Cumulative and science GPAs. A minimum cumulative college GPA of 3.0 is recommended to be a competitive candidate. A minimum science GPA of 3.0 is required. Documented completion of all program-specific prerequisite courses before the scheduled class matriculation date. Students who have previously earned a Bachelor’s degree are required to provide evidence of the awarded degree and completion of the program-specific prerequisite courses. Grade improvement in repeated courses. Graduate Record Examination (GRE) score. A minimum combined verbal and quantitative GRE of at least 291 is required for applicant consideration. 2. Geographic Regionality (10%). In accordance with the stated mission of this Program to prepare health care providers to meet the needs of this very rural region, applicants are awarded admissions locality preference points based upon the following: o Permanent address within the Program’s stated region: Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, North or South Dakota, Utah, or Idaho. (2 points possible). Population of the location in which the applicant graduated from high school (rural preference - 2 points possible) 3. Clinical Work Experience (20%). The quantity and quality (direct patient care) of past clinical work experience as well as any formal health career training (EMT, CNA, LPN, RN, RT, MT, etc) are assessed as part of each applicant’s screening evaluation. Candidates with clinical experience are clearly more competitive. 4. Personal Statements (5%). Applicants are evaluated for their ability to express themselves in written communication as evidenced by the required personal statements. 5. Letters of Recommendation (5%). The letter writer’s assessment of the applicant’s ability to be a future physician assistant is the basis for this evaluation. Applications are ranked according to the number of points awarded during the selection screening process. Those with the admission minimum-required score for a rolling admissions interview are immediately invited to complete the second phase of the selection process: a campus visit and personal interview with the Admissions Committee. From my personal experience, I think they look for well-rounded individuals. Most of us are outgoing, but some of the class is more introverted. We come a variety of backgrounds including CNAs, PCTs, EMTs, Lab Techs, Radiology Techs, Respiratory Therapists, and Military Medics. Of my interview group, 6/8 were accepted into the program. I think that is a testament to our interactions during the interview process as we got along really well and it was obvious to the faculty. The most important factor is your ability to get along with others because this is a team effort. You will be in class with the same 35 students for over a year every single day. Add the stress of PA school, marriages, and parenthood.... well, you can see how people need to be able to get along in the classroom. Professionalism is huge, as it should be because this is an admired profession. Finally, know why you want to be PA and show that passion. This is a selective program (like all programs, no doubt), and you don't want to be in class with someone who isn't absolutely obsessed with becoming a PA. Understand that when a PA decided to take on a faculty position, they are making a minimum of $20,000 less than they would in practice (doctors even more), so the faculty are passionate about teaching the next generation of PAs. My advice is to sincerely meet that enthusiasm. While it's natural to get nervous during the interview, don't be afraid to show your excitement for the opportunity to become a PA. I hope that helps! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mirabilis Posted September 5, 2018 Share Posted September 5, 2018 On 8/29/2018 at 3:18 PM, Kt901 said: I was wondering when the first wait listed student in your cohort was offered a spot. They don't start pulling from the active list until they first fill all 36 seats. They interview into March I believe. You won't hear anything until April. "When a seat is available, applicants are selected from the Active List. We continue to interview until there are 36 seats full and at least 36 students on our Active List. We start to draw from the Active List as people give up there seats. This typically starts in April and goes all the way through June." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raraslash Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 Hey all, I'm gonna be interviewing on 10/5 and I just wanted to see if anyone else will be interviewing on the same day and wanted to get to know each other so we can offer each other some comfort and support on interview day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brittbarba Posted September 29, 2018 Share Posted September 29, 2018 Anyone still in town from the interview? Thinking of getting dinner somewhere Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pfeifertrpa Posted October 8, 2018 Share Posted October 8, 2018 Just received my letter of acceptance into the program!! Has anybody else received any good news lately? Acceptance, interviews, etc? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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