rphinson Posted August 7, 2019 Share Posted August 7, 2019 On 7/25/2019 at 3:01 PM, sml910 said: I interviewed 6/21 and was accepted - I will be attending, based entirely on my interview day! The interview day was hands down the best interview day I’ve ever had - very organized, very efficient, and completely relaxed. The MMI was not something you can prepare for, other than being in touch with yourself and your experiences. They just want to see how you think and how you respond to situations. I found it really fun, engaging and interesting. I fell in love with this program from the interview day. The program director was so deeply passionate about the program and was so sincere, her enthusiasm was infectious. You could tell how much she actually cared about all of the students, which is fairly unique given the scope of the program director’s role. Every single student and faculty member that I met that day was so humble, kind, and genuine. There wasn’t a single hint of a competitive nature on the campus, which I loved. It was a collaborative atmosphere comprised of people that seemed to really care about supporting each other. This was really important to me, as I went to Northwestern, which had the exact opposite culture. The facility was very nice, convenient, and easy to navigate. Lots of little perks to make life a little easier on students. Tons of resources on campus. So much opportunity for advanced clinical access - the director mentioned you can sit in on grand rounds any time you would like and there’s tons of opportunities like that. Cadaver labs aren’t available at all schools so this was also important to me. This list got lengthy so I’m sorry but important to share because I had no idea how badly I wanted to go to Rush until I went to that interview, and it changed everything for me! Good luck to everyone and see whoever ends up here in May!! I started a new thread for those of us who accepted seats. Drop by! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mhart5 Posted August 15, 2019 Share Posted August 15, 2019 I was waitlisted for an interview today, a bit disappointed because I interviewed last year and was waitlisted for acceptance But hopefully they are responding to applicants who have been waiting for an update for a while now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emmaidk Posted August 15, 2019 Share Posted August 15, 2019 I was waitlisted for an interview on 7/8, and just now received another (?) email telling me the exact same thing. Weird. Anyone else get a second email? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnadler Posted August 15, 2019 Share Posted August 15, 2019 Just now, emmaidk said: I was waitlisted for an interview on 7/8, and just now received another (?) email telling me the exact same thing. Weird. Anyone else get a second email? I never received a first email, but I also got an email today waitlisting me for an interview! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jc0863 Posted August 15, 2019 Share Posted August 15, 2019 42 minutes ago, emmaidk said: I was waitlisted for an interview on 7/8, and just now received another (?) email telling me the exact same thing. Weird. Anyone else get a second email? I got a second waitlist email for an interview! I’m going to respond and make sure I’m still on the waitlist and ask if there are any other updates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dhamz Posted August 15, 2019 Share Posted August 15, 2019 13 minutes ago, AndrewPowell said: Confirmed 5/30, emailed them an original email on 7/19 asking for my status, was told 2-3 more weeks. Emailed again on 8/9, and they said it would be an additional 4 weeks due to the large number of applicants. Anyone else in the same boat? I have yet to hear too since being verified 5/30 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EashleighPAtobe Posted August 15, 2019 Share Posted August 15, 2019 15 minutes ago, AndrewPowell said: Confirmed 5/30, emailed them an original email on 7/19 asking for my status, was told 2-3 more weeks. Emailed again on 8/9, and they said it would be an additional 4 weeks due to the large number of applicants. Anyone else in the same boat? Me! They told me to wait till the end of August....so we will see 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jc0863 Posted August 16, 2019 Share Posted August 16, 2019 23 hours ago, jc0863 said: I got a second waitlist email for an interview! I’m going to respond and make sure I’m still on the waitlist and ask if there are any other updates. This was the response I received: Thank you for your continued interest in the PA program at Rush University. We apologize for the duplicate email but we were contacted by CASPA stating that they had reports of email delivery issues to specific email domains, so we resent some of our correspondences so help ensure they were received. We apologize for any confusion this may have caused and at this time I have confirmed you are still on the waitlist for an interview. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amizzle Posted August 19, 2019 Share Posted August 19, 2019 I got an interview offer for September 27! Anyone in the same boat? For those accepted, any tips?? Thanks and good luck everyone! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gallivaa Posted August 20, 2019 Share Posted August 20, 2019 I was waitlisted for an interview back in early July. Praying for an interview spot to open up! good luck to everyone! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EashleighPAtobe Posted August 20, 2019 Share Posted August 20, 2019 11 minutes ago, AndrewPowell said: Just waitlisted for an interview! Better than a rejection, and at least it’s finally a response Just got waitlisted too. At least it's not a no, but we will see! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aileenboyle Posted August 20, 2019 Share Posted August 20, 2019 17 minutes ago, EashleighPAtobe said: Just got waitlisted too. At least it's not a no, but we will see! Also waitlisted just now! Hoping for the best 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alm4034 Posted August 20, 2019 Share Posted August 20, 2019 Waitlisted for an interview here also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amizzle Posted August 21, 2019 Share Posted August 21, 2019 On 8/19/2019 at 6:38 PM, AndrewPowell said: When did you apply ? And mind sharing your stats ? Yeah! I applied June 19. Verified about a week after. Honestly surprised I got an interview but I wrote my PS about how I enjoy serving my community, and I feel like thats one of Rush's main missions. cGPA: 3.53 sGPA: 3.49 2300 hours as a primary care MA 500 hours as a primary care x ray technician 1000 hours as a research coordinator assistant 100 hours shadowing a PA, Surgeon, NP 60 hours tutoring kids 200 hours volunteering (soup kitchen, etc. ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nprice8 Posted August 29, 2019 Share Posted August 29, 2019 Received an interview invite this morning for October 25th! I'm in disbelief. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MOOKH Posted August 29, 2019 Share Posted August 29, 2019 I just got an email for 9/27 Interview too! My first invite so far and i cannot wait! Good luck everyone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KayXPA Posted August 30, 2019 Share Posted August 30, 2019 20 hours ago, nprice8 said: Received an interview invite this morning for October 25th! I'm in disbelief. 16 hours ago, MOOKH said: I just got an email for 9/27 Interview too! My first invite so far and i cannot wait! Good luck everyone! Ahhh congrats to you both!! Mind sharing when your application was verified and/or your stats? Thanks and good luck on the interviews!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mm1989 Posted August 30, 2019 Share Posted August 30, 2019 Also got an email yesterday for an interview 10/25! Can’t wait! For those who were asking stats- Overall gpa: 3.51 Overall science gpa: 3.45 gre: 304 8,500 hours direct patient care Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nprice8 Posted August 30, 2019 Share Posted August 30, 2019 3 hours ago, KS126 said: Ahhh congrats to you both!! Mind sharing when your application was verified and/or your stats? Thanks and good luck on the interviews!!! Thank you! App was verified 7/12 cGPA - 3.70 sGPA-3.90 GRE: 309 5,500 hours as ED technician Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thisishard Posted September 3, 2019 Share Posted September 3, 2019 Has anyone who was placed on the interview waitlist received an interview yet? 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccallen5 Posted September 4, 2019 Share Posted September 4, 2019 Hello everyone, I have an interview coming up on 9/13. Can anyone provide some insight as to what the interview day is like? I've heard some MMI, some panel, etc. This will be my first MMI style interview and I'm not super sure how to prepare for it. Thanks so much! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jshatz29 Posted September 6, 2019 Share Posted September 6, 2019 (edited) For people who have already interviewed, how professional is your headshot? Do you wear a whole suit, or did it not really matter..? Additionally, does anybody interviewing on 9/13 want to get dinner the night before? I’m coming in from out of town and don’t know anyone in the city! Edited September 6, 2019 by jshatz29 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malik144 Posted September 6, 2019 Share Posted September 6, 2019 49 minutes ago, jshatz29 said: For people who have already interviewed, how professional is your headshot? Do you wear a whole suit, or did it not really matter..? Additionally, does anybody interviewing on 9/13 want to get dinner the night before? I’m coming in from out of town and don’t know anyone in the city! I wore a nice button shirt and adidas pants lool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paPassion7 Posted September 10, 2019 Share Posted September 10, 2019 My application was verified and under review at Rush on 6/14, and I still hadn't heard anything back from them regarding the status of my application. I email them earlier today to see if I could get an update, and they responded and said " Upon checking your application, we sent a status update email in June but it looks like there was a problem with the delivery. " They resent me the email that was originally sent in June and I am on the interview wait list! If you haven't heard back from them yet, maybe consider emailing about an update! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plantaris1 Posted September 13, 2019 Share Posted September 13, 2019 On 9/6/2019 at 3:05 PM, jshatz29 said: For people who have already interviewed, how professional is your headshot? Do you wear a whole suit, or did it not really matter..? Additionally, does anybody interviewing on 9/13 want to get dinner the night before? I’m coming in from out of town and don’t know anyone in the city! I should have checked this earlier! I am in the city tonight, but I just got in from my flight. See you tomorrow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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