Ecaparoso Posted November 10, 2022 Share Posted November 10, 2022 3 hours ago, alyssamd said: Hi guys! I know many of us are awaiting decisions from RUPA. I was accepted into another program this week, but Rutgers is truly my top choice and I don't feel I can make a decision without knowing if I am accepted to Rutgers or not. Does anyone feel it is okay to ask for an update on my decision so I can choose to put a deposit down at the other school or not. I only have until the end of November to decide. My last update from rutgers was mid october and was essentially that "unofficial waitlist" email. Based on last year's forums, applicants were given expedited decisions when they let Rutgers adcom know that they had acceptances to other programs. I would get in touch with them! Congrats on your acceptance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K3life Posted November 15, 2022 Share Posted November 15, 2022 (edited) Rejected without interview Submitted and verified 6/27 Edited November 15, 2022 by K3life Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aspiringpafrompa98 Posted November 15, 2022 Share Posted November 15, 2022 Hi! For those who interviewed 11/9, how did you feel your individual interviews went? I have been putting off posting about this because I am very upset about the whole ordeal, and Im debating on whether or not to reach out to the program. My interview was terrible. I was prepared and very much excited to interview with RUPA, especially since I am a third time applicant to their program and this is the first year I’ve been given the opportunity to interview. The three people I had in my group were not welcoming whatsoever, and I received maybe one smile the entire time. The alumni in my 3 on 1 was literally at work during the interview, which I found very unprofessional. I also do not feel they asked anything about ME specifically, so I worry they don’t really know who I am as a person, but rather only know my greatest strengths, weaknesses, etc. After a few of my answers, the current faculty I had made comments that were negative. This could just be the way I interpreted it, and maybe they purposefully did this to see how I would react. I maintained a smile throughout the interview and answered to the best I could, however, I feel like my nerves were at an all time high due to the way they were acting. I’ve never had an interview like this, and even if I get accepted, I worry about accepting the seat in the program as I did not feel welcomed at all. What do you guys think I should do? This whole situation has been driving me crazy since it happened. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aspiringpafrompa98 Posted November 15, 2022 Share Posted November 15, 2022 9 minutes ago, Alope143 said: I felt the same way..thought I was the only one. Interviewed on 11/8. When I entered the room, no smiles or welcoming. Which made me nervous. Not sure if it was because I felt they didn’t like me or because it was a last minute interview (they reached out 11/7 to asked to interview 11/8). When I was asked “why PA” one of them cut me off saying “okay we get it” and I completely shut down…I also didn’t want to post anything bad because I thought it was me and me alone. That maybe I did something bad. WOW, while I am happy I’m not alone in this, I feel so sorry that you had to experience this as well! That’s crazy you interviewed with one days notice. Props for that! This just makes me nervous to accept a position in the class, if given the opportunity. At the end of my interview I asked “what is you guys’ favorite aspect of THIS program?” And the two faculty said “our alumni would be best fit to answer” and then wouldn’t answer my question. I found it to be so rude and uninformative Ugh, I cried for like three days after lmao Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thisyearistheyear Posted November 15, 2022 Share Posted November 15, 2022 3 hours ago, aspiringpafrompa98 said: WOW, while I am happy I’m not alone in this, I feel so sorry that you had to experience this as well! That’s crazy you interviewed with one days notice. Props for that! This just makes me nervous to accept a position in the class, if given the opportunity. At the end of my interview I asked “what is you guys’ favorite aspect of THIS program?” And the two faculty said “our alumni would be best fit to answer” and then wouldn’t answer my question. I found it to be so rude and uninformative Ugh, I cried for like three days after lmao Oh man I am sorry that was your experience I interviewed 08/23 (still waiting to hear back omg) and i felt very welcomed and they were very attentive and kind. I also interviewed before the semester started, so I wonder if they were a little more lax... still though, I am sorry you had that experience. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Girlygirllllll Posted November 15, 2022 Share Posted November 15, 2022 Hi! How likely is it to get accepted if you made it to the second screening phase/ if not? i haven’t got an interview offer yet. Are they still sending them out? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kayan3691 Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 Hi, Can someone explain what was the format if you opt to do virtual interview? Is it 1-1 or it is with the group of other students? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FuturePA096 Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 (edited) 4 hours ago, Kayan3691 said: Hi, Can someone explain what was the format if you opt to do virtual interview? Is it 1-1 or it is with the group of other students? Hey, The interview is 2 faculty members and one student interviewing you so (3:1) Edited November 16, 2022 by FuturePA096 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FuturePA096 Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 (edited) 11 hours ago, Thisyearistheyear said: Oh man I am sorry that was your experience I interviewed 08/23 (still waiting to hear back omg) and i felt very welcomed and they were very attentive and kind. I also interviewed before the semester started, so I wonder if they were a little more lax... still though, I am sorry you had that experience. I agree I'm sorry that was your experience! But the interviewers I had were very friendly and definitely wanted to know more about me. (Interviewed 07/12) Also didn't hear back Edited November 16, 2022 by FuturePA096 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dezi19 Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 (edited) On 11/15/2022 at 8:44 AM, aspiringpafrompa98 said: Hi! For those who interviewed 11/9, how did you feel your individual interviews went? I have been putting off posting about this because I am very upset about the whole ordeal, and Im debating on whether or not to reach out to the program. My interview was terrible. I was prepared and very much excited to interview with RUPA, especially since I am a third time applicant to their program and this is the first year I’ve been given the opportunity to interview. The three people I had in my group were not welcoming whatsoever, and I received maybe one smile the entire time. The alumni in my 3 on 1 was literally at work during the interview, which I found very unprofessional. I also do not feel they asked anything about ME specifically, so I worry they don’t really know who I am as a person, but rather only know my greatest strengths, weaknesses, etc. After a few of my answers, the current faculty I had made comments that were negative. This could just be the way I interpreted it, and maybe they purposefully did this to see how I would react. I maintained a smile throughout the interview and answered to the best I could, however, I feel like my nerves were at an all time high due to the way they were acting. I’ve never had an interview like this, and even if I get accepted, I worry about accepting the seat in the program as I did not feel welcomed at all. What do you guys think I should do? This whole situation has been driving me crazy since it happened. On 11/15/2022 at 9:20 AM, Alope143 said: I felt the same way..thought I was the only one. Interviewed on 11/8. When I entered the room, no smiles or welcoming. Which made me nervous. Not sure if it was because I felt they didn’t like me or because it was a last minute interview (they reached out 11/7 to asked to interview 11/8). When I was asked “why PA” one of them cut me off saying “okay we get it” and I completely shut down…I also didn’t want to post anything bad because I thought it was me and me alone. That maybe I did something bad. Lol imagine if we had the same interviewers. I was very disappointed with my interview, especially because everyone described the most amazing interview experiences and mine was decidedly … not amazing. They were all clearly disinterested and it wasn’t until it was time for me to ask them questions that I realized the faculty didn’t even introduce their roles with the program. Turns out their approach to advising students/engaging with students is very apathetic. Edited November 16, 2022 by dezi19 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aspiringpafrompa98 Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 4 hours ago, dezi19 said: Lol imagine if we had the same interviewers. I was very disappointed with my interview, especially because everyone described the most amazing interview experiences and mine was decidedly … not amazing. They were all clearly disinterested and it wasn’t until it was time for me to ask them questions that I realized the faculty didn’t even introduce their roles with the program. Turns out neither of them are healthcare providers and their approach to advising students/engaging with students is very apathetic. Omg!! My interviewers also did not tell me what they did within the program. I only knew their names. When did you interview? I’m really wondering if we should reach out to the program. At the end of the day, it’s not fair if we end up being denied just because our interviewers don’t care about the whole process. I feel they don’t even know who I am so how can they make a decision? It also doesn’t reflect well on the program. Would you be willing to message me who you interviewed with if you remember their names? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Futurepa615 Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 Hi everyone! Has anyone who interviewed on 10/18 heard back from the program? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PA2be15 Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 Just received an interview invite this morning for a virtual interview!! I am beyond excited/nervous. I was not given the option for in person vs. virtual like many others have but I'm not complaining! Anyone else receive an interview? Also, any advice would be appreciated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EfuturePA Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 6 minutes ago, PA2be15 said: Just received an interview invite this morning for a virtual interview!! I am beyond excited/nervous. I was not given the option for in person vs. virtual like many others have but I'm not complaining! Anyone else receive an interview? Also, any advice would be appreciated! Congratulations!! If you're ok with me asking, did you receive an email prior to getting an invite that your application moved onto the next round of screening? If so, how long did it take for you to get the interview invite after that email? I received that email the other week and now can't stop checking for an invite (fingers crossed). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilovemyhamsters Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 Anyone Interview in person 11/1? They told me I will hear back in 2-4 weeks. Ugh anyone hear back. The anxiety is killing me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ecaparoso Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 (edited) 31 minutes ago, ilovemyhamsters said: Anyone Interview in person 11/1? They told me I will hear back in 2-4 weeks. Ugh anyone hear back. The anxiety is killing me. I’m assuming that they are trying to get the last couple interview sessions done before making any final decisions. That’s just me basing it off of this forum thread and the fact that not many others haven’t posted acceptances since August. But you never know! You might hear back soon friend I’m still waiting from the 9/27 session. Edited November 16, 2022 by Ecaparoso Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PA2be15 Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 3 hours ago, EfuturePA said: Congratulations!! If you're ok with me asking, did you receive an email prior to getting an invite that your application moved onto the next round of screening? If so, how long did it take for you to get the interview invite after that email? I received that email the other week and now can't stop checking for an invite (fingers crossed). Yes I did. I received that email end of August and haven't heard anything until today so you can imagine how I almost cried when opening that email. Trust the process! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FuturePA096 Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 8 hours ago, Ecaparoso said: I’m assuming that they are trying to get the last couple interview sessions done before making any final decisions. That’s just me basing it off of this forum thread and the fact that not many others haven’t posted acceptances since August. But you never know! You might hear back soon friend I’m still waiting from the 9/27 session. Facts I'm still waiting from 7/12 LOL 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilovemyhamsters Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 5 hours ago, FuturePA096 said: Facts I'm still waiting from 7/12 LOL Oh wow did they tell you after your interview you would hear back in 2-4 weeks or nah? Maybe they told me that just to say it and I’m actually gonna need to wait longer because Interviews are still going on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alyssamd Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 9 minutes ago, ilovemyhamsters said: Oh wow did they tell you after your interview you would hear back in 2-4 weeks or nah? Maybe they told me that just to say it and I’m actually gonna need to wait longer because Interviews are still going on! They told me 2-4 weeks and I’ve been waiting since 9/13. I think they’re waiting till all interviews are done in December which is odd bc they’re rolling admissions Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iontheprize2022 Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 3 hours ago, alyssamd said: They told me 2-4 weeks and I’ve been waiting since 9/13. I think they’re waiting till all interviews are done in December which is odd bc they’re rolling admissions Same. I'm still waiting to hear back from 10/18 and they also told us 2-4 weeks so just trying to stay patient Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FuturePA096 Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 (edited) 6 hours ago, ilovemyhamsters said: Oh wow did they tell you after your interview you would hear back in 2-4 weeks or nah? Maybe they told me that just to say it and I’m actually gonna need to wait longer because Interviews are still going on! Yeah during the interview they said we should hear an update within 2 weeks. Within 2 weeks I got an email saying my file is under the review of the Admissions Committee but they will finish interviewing in December and I will get an update asap. Edited November 17, 2022 by FuturePA096 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Futurepa615 Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 4 hours ago, Iontheprize2022 said: Same. I'm still waiting to hear back from 10/18 and they also told us 2-4 weeks so just trying to stay patient I just got the "Your Application is under review email." Happy is not a rejection! Best of luck to you. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iontheprize2022 Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 2 minutes ago, Futurepa615 said: I just got the "Your Application is under review email." Happy is not a rejection! Best of luck to you. Oh that’s awesome! When did you interview again? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Futurepa615 Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 2 minutes ago, Iontheprize2022 said: Oh that’s awesome! When did you interview again? I interviewed on 10/18. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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