Angie945 Posted May 12, 2020 Share Posted May 12, 2020 Hey all! I submitted my application April 9th, was referred on April 28th, and today I received an email stating I’m in alternate status. Do any of you think funding could be a major reason of not being accepted? I can’t help but wonder if I wasn’t accepted because my PA program is a total of 30 months (longer than most). And it’s quite costly... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baussie Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 11 hours ago, Angie945 said: Hey all! I submitted my application April 9th, was referred on April 28th, and today I received an email stating I’m in alternate status. Do any of you think funding could be a major reason of not being accepted? I can’t help but wonder if I wasn’t accepted because my PA program is a total of 30 months (longer than most). And it’s quite costly... They are federally required (their words, not mine) to give preference to second year students over first. So if you applied for the whole 30 months and are just starting school, that could be why. And I assume it’s relative to funding. alternate isn’t a rejection. So maybe it will still happen for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoraBush Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 I am a PA student starting in August (a 24 month program at a private catholic university) and just received my acceptance email this morning! There wasn’t a lot of information regarding this scholarship online and honestly, this forum is what persuaded me to apply and learn more. They give you 15 days to accept or decline and the email said I would get my financial award letter within a week. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeBronisGOAT Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 (edited) 46 minutes ago, CoraBush said: I am a PA student starting in August (a 24 month program at a private catholic university) and just received my acceptance email this morning! There wasn’t a lot of information regarding this scholarship online and honestly, this forum is what persuaded me to apply and learn more. They give you 15 days to accept or decline and the email said I would get my financial award letter within a week. Nice congrats! Do you have any experience with the VA? Also, if you don't mind answering, when did you submit and get the referral email? Thanks! Edited May 13, 2020 by LeBronisGOAT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaylorK Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 I just got alternate status as well. I am really hopeful that I still have a chance moving forward. Does anyone know if there is a ranking to the alternate list? Does anyone know if or how many people get picked off of the list? Thanks in advance and congrats to those accepted! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoraBush Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 8 hours ago, LeBronisGOAT said: Nice congrats! Do you have any experience with the VA? Also, if you don't mind answering, when did you submit and get the referral email? Thanks! I come from a military family, but do not have any personal experience with the VA. I submitted 4/20 as I was told to submit early to have a better chance at being accepted and received the referral email when most people did, May 1st when the original deadline was. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamwall Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 34 minutes ago, CoraBush said: I come from a military family, but do not have any personal experience with the VA. I submitted 4/20 as I was told to submit early to have a better chance at being accepted and received the referral email when most people did, May 1st when the original deadline was. That's good to hear! I submitted 04/28 and still awaiting my initial referral. This keeps me hopeful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lac445343 Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 8 minutes ago, Jamwall said: That's good to hear! I submitted 04/28 and still awaiting my initial referral. This keeps me hopeful! I submitted 04/27 and is also awaiting for my initial referral. Hopefully we will receive it soon! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PharmguyJR Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 I contacted the POC for the scholarship and was told that my application was referred to the scholarship team on 5/11 as they review and send applications every two weeks. You guys may have already been referred as well. I submitted my application 04/28 but my application on usajobs still only shows received under application status. Good Luck!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamwall Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 20 minutes ago, PharmguyJR said: I contacted the POC for the scholarship and was told that my application was referred to the scholarship team on 5/11 as they review and send applications every two weeks. You guys may have already been referred as well. I submitted my application 04/28 but my application on usajobs still only shows received under application status. Good Luck!!! Did you receive an email that you were referred or did you email the POC and they told you, you had been referred. Also is it the email under the contact info you use to contact them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PharmguyJR Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 2 hours ago, Jamwall said: Did you receive an email that you were referred or did you email the POC and they told you, you had been referred. Also is it the email under the contact info you use to contact them? I emailed VHANationalRecruitmentCenter@va.gov and they forwarded my email to a HR specialist that told me I had been referred. It only took about an hour to get a response. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emccoskey Posted May 15, 2020 Share Posted May 15, 2020 On 5/12/2020 at 1:22 PM, Angie945 said: Hey all! I submitted my application April 9th, was referred on April 28th, and today I received an email stating I’m in alternate status. Do any of you think funding could be a major reason of not being accepted? I can’t help but wonder if I wasn’t accepted because my PA program is a total of 30 months (longer than most). And it’s quite costly... I don’t know for sure but my boyfriend is a veteran and he said that it sounds like they’re waiting for funding after he read the email. He looked it up and the VA budget hasn’t been approved yet for this year so that could be a big part of it! At this point, I’m just happy with any answer that isn’t “no”! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken313627 Posted May 15, 2020 Share Posted May 15, 2020 I just looked back at one of my essays I submitted and there’s a typo . I don’t know how I missed it after reading 50 times lol. Hopefully they won’t notice haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeBronisGOAT Posted May 17, 2020 Share Posted May 17, 2020 Anyone submit around May 1st for the PA HPSP hear anything yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicholet9 Posted May 17, 2020 Share Posted May 17, 2020 12 hours ago, LeBronisGOAT said: Anyone submit around May 1st for the PA HPSP hear anything yet? Yes got a referred email last Wed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fire333 Posted May 18, 2020 Share Posted May 18, 2020 Hey guys! I submitted my application last Thursday, and it hasn't been referred yet. But I just noticed I had a typo in my resume, so I updated my application today. All the info was saved but it made me resubmit my application all over again. :( Does anyone know if this will result in a later referral? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeBronisGOAT Posted May 19, 2020 Share Posted May 19, 2020 On 5/17/2020 at 7:36 AM, nicholet9 said: Yes got a referred email last Wed. Gotcha. I submitted on May 2nd, but no update on anything. I'm wondering if I should email and ask Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken313627 Posted May 19, 2020 Share Posted May 19, 2020 Just received word that I’m in alternate status. Hope to know before I start school in August! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PharmguyJR Posted May 19, 2020 Share Posted May 19, 2020 53 minutes ago, ZJ1414 said: I just recieved my rejection email and I am completely baffled by it. I am in my 4th year of pharmacy school, I have a 3.58 GPA with good extracurriculars and good recommendations. I don't understand how you could be an alternate when you still have 4 years left and selection is supposed to be preferential for students entering their final year. Sorry to hear that. Are you a veteran and/or have any experience working within the VA by chance? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken313627 Posted May 19, 2020 Share Posted May 19, 2020 1 hour ago, ZJ1414 said: I just recieved my rejection email and I am completely baffled by it. I am in my 4th year of pharmacy school, I have a 3.58 GPA with good extracurriculars and good recommendations. I don't understand how you could be an alternate when you still have 4 years left and selection is supposed to be preferential for students entering their final year. Sorry to hear that but you don’t have to diminish me in the process of your rejection. Your post comes off extremely rude like I am not qualified. If you are able to resubmit, change your dpi size to 100 when you scan so that everything is clear. After this, I’m sure you’ll be selected with your stats and being that you’re a P4. Good luck ! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandiegoliving Posted May 20, 2020 Share Posted May 20, 2020 3 hours ago, Ken313627 said: Sorry to hear that but you don’t have to diminish me in the process of your rejection. Your post comes off extremely rude like I am not qualified. If you are able to resubmit, change your dpi size to 100 when you scan so that everything is clear. After this, I’m sure you’ll be selected with your stats and being that you’re a P4. Good luck ! Couldn't agree more with your statement, be happy for people, not jealous. Maturity is supporting one another. Ken313627 way to keep it positive and best of luck to you and the rest! 2 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crose311 Posted May 20, 2020 Share Posted May 20, 2020 Congrats Ken on the alternate list!! You definitely got this! Btw anyone in the BSN group heard anything yet besides referral? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
multiculturalmarylander Posted May 22, 2020 Share Posted May 22, 2020 With how late it is into the application cycle For the PA HPSP scholarship, does anyone recommend still applying? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken313627 Posted May 22, 2020 Share Posted May 22, 2020 4 minutes ago, multiculturalmarylander said: With how late it is into the application cycle For the PA HPSP scholarship, does anyone recommend still applying? It never hurts to apply! I think you would still have a fair shot this late. I don’t think they award all the money out before the deadline. Still go for it :)! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
multiculturalmarylander Posted May 22, 2020 Share Posted May 22, 2020 55 minutes ago, Ken313627 said: It never hurts to apply! I think you would still have a fair shot this late. I don’t think they award all the money out before the deadline. Still go for it :)! Thank you! I have a question: I’m currently filling out the application and I don’t see any essay prompts? Are there any essays we need to write or do we simply submit the Evaluation, transcripts, and resume? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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