coocaro Posted October 12, 2012 Share Posted October 12, 2012 Well that was a rollercoaster of emotions. I guess at least I have more interviews. One tomorrow morning in Downers Grove in fact. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandd95 Posted October 12, 2012 Share Posted October 12, 2012 Good luck, coocaro! Glad to hear you didn't cancel your other interviews! ;) Lesson learned. Next time, I will not consider it an acceptance until I have spoken to someone directly in admissions AND received a letter AND signed the matriculation agreement with deposit paid! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krima Posted October 12, 2012 Share Posted October 12, 2012 Hi all. So I got one of the infamous "wait list to interview" letters. Is there actually a chance I'll interview? Also, what about GRE scores? Is it really weighted that heavily? I got a 150 Q and 159 V. I'm afraid this might be what is holding me back. My other stats are pretty good I think. 3.7 GPA, 3.8 Science GPA and 8,000 hours paid clinical work as an RT. Thoughts? Congrats to everyone who has acceptances/interviews! Exciting! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandd95 Posted October 12, 2012 Share Posted October 12, 2012 Krima, I think MU does put a fair amount of weight on the GRE (and your GPA), at least that is what I have been told at an open house and through phone conversations with the admissions department. I believe on their website they mention that they prefer all sections to be at least 60th percentile. However, it is by no means an absolute deciding factor if you fall just below the 60th percentile in one of the categories, especially if the rest of your application looks great. I know they take into consideration also the classes you have taken, your school/work load, volunteer work, and of course personal statement and LOR. I know some schools put more weight on healthcare experience, while others put more weight on GRE/GPA. I think MU falls into the second category. Obviously, all are important; it just depends on what the specific school thinks is a better indicator of how successful one is in PA school. Last year, I turned my application in during the first CASPA cycle and didn't receive an interview invite until February of this year, and it was for the very last date of interviews in March. So it is very possible you will still get an interview. Waiting is the hardest part. I know; I have been there. It is very easy to get discouraged. Anyway, I ended up getting accepted in April (after being on the alternate list for a month) but had to turn it down due to a serious family illness/death. MU doesn't offer deferments, so here I go again applying this cycle. I did get an interview right away this time but find myself on the alternate list once again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Libby Posted October 15, 2012 Share Posted October 15, 2012 Hi I had an interview Friday at University of Pitt. There were 9 stations: one had picture of a leg and I had to fill in all the bones and muscles; picture of liver-list parts; PA over nurse prac.; what would i do if i hit my neighbor's dog?; discuss how to put on gloves.; I did well. could not have done any better. No questions about the debate. 4 to 6 week wait. Another interview on Wed. God bless all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krima Posted October 15, 2012 Share Posted October 15, 2012 Thanks for the info/advice. You are right. The hardest part is waiting. It's hard not to overanalyze. Good luck to you! Sorry you didn't get to go last year. Best wishes on getting in this year! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hereandnowiamu Posted October 15, 2012 Share Posted October 15, 2012 Hello everyone! Congratulations to all of you who have been accepted. What were the stats for those of you who were accepted? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fdamico1985 Posted October 15, 2012 Share Posted October 15, 2012 Hi hereandnowiamu! I was accepted but I wouldn't focus on people's stats that got in - it really is variable and stats come sometimes be super discouraging. I really think if you get an interview it is all in how you present yourself at the interview...the best piece of advice I got during the app process was to focus on myself and not compare myself to anyone - easier said than done I know! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hereandnowiamu Posted October 16, 2012 Share Posted October 16, 2012 Hi hereandnowiamu! I was accepted but I wouldn't focus on people's stats that got in - it really is variable and stats come sometimes be super discouraging. I really think if you get an interview it is all in how you present yourself at the interview...the best piece of advice I got during the app process was to focus on myself and not compare myself to anyone - easier said than done I know! Thanks for the advice fdamico, I agree with you it is much easier said than done. Congrats again on your acceptance. I am going to try to heed your advice and practice it :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bchristoffersen Posted October 22, 2012 Share Posted October 22, 2012 Does anyone have advice on whether to bring copies of our application, resume, or other documents to the interview? I know they already have all of this information, but I want to be as prepared as possible! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigfish Posted October 22, 2012 Share Posted October 22, 2012 Unless there is something that you would like to review in the time before your interview, there isn't really any need to bring that stuff. I brought a pocket size note book and pen take notes and did write down a couple thoughts before the interview but could have done fine without it. They did ask us to email any updated unofficial transcripts and work/volunteer/shadowing experience that happened since submitting CASPA apps and you could bring that with you rather than emailing it or you could just send it before you go. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
remiller480 Posted October 24, 2012 Share Posted October 24, 2012 Anyone interviewing November 2nd? I will be there! Received my interview invitation on Friday (Oct. 19). Any advice for me?? This is my first PA school interview, I'm very nervous and not sure how to prepare. Would really appreciate any insight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fdamico1985 Posted October 24, 2012 Share Posted October 24, 2012 Congratulations remiller!!!! :D So exciting for you that it is your first one. Midwestern is extremely laid back in their interview process - my personal experience is that they were really just trying to get to know me and see if my personality was a fit for their school. My advice would be have some solid foundations to why you want to be in this field. Know that this is what you want to do, what you have worked for, be passionate about it and try to relax. Do whatever calms your nerves, whether it be practicing in front of a mirror or with someone, writing things down, talking to yourself - everyone is different. Good luck and let us know how it goes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bchristoffersen Posted October 24, 2012 Share Posted October 24, 2012 remiller, I am interviewing on the 2nd as well! It is also my first PA school interview and I am getting extremely nervous but excited at the same time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephaniemorgan Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 If anyone has a later interview date (late Nov or Dec, etc)....an interview spot has just opened up for next Thursday, November 1st! Reschedule! You're welcome :) (I'm interviewing on the 2nd..just thought I'd give someone on here a chance to come earlier than expected) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarah Posted October 29, 2012 Share Posted October 29, 2012 Hi all - I am excited to be joining those interviewing November 2nd! I can't wait to meet all of you and to have a great weekend. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cantdecide Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 Just found out today that I got my accepted checklist. I went to the nov. 2 interview. Just giving others at the interview a gauge.:;-D: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigfish Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 Congratulations! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blondesparkle12 Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 i just logged on and see an accepted student checklist but have recieved no phone call or email about it. Should I wait before getting too excited? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
january Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Ooh.... I also have an "accepted student checklist" popping up, but have not received an email or a phone call. I also interviewed Nov 2/3. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crystaltide Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Just cancelled my interview spot for 12/17...Hope somebody here waiting gets to take it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blondesparkle12 Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Got my phone call today! It was not a computer glitch- I was actually accepted! The feeling is unreal still. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hhn127 Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 I got an interview invitation last month for December. I am so nervous/excited, especially reading about these acceptance posts! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fdamico1985 Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Congrats blonde!! Join us on Facebook :) Congrats hhn - let us know how it goes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lucky3 Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 Does anybody have any information regarding how many people are invited for interviews and how many have already been accepted? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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