ttt88 Posted January 14, 2013 Share Posted January 14, 2013 So I just received an interview invitation today, and I was given 3 options: 01/18, 01/19, or 02/19! I'm very nervous because I'm from CA and this is the first school out of state I've received an invite for. Someone suggested the Holiday Inn on page 1, so I'll consider that option for lodging. For those out of state, which airport did you fly to? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strawmaryblonde Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 I have an interview this weekend... To anyone who interviewed, did they discuss their accreditation with you at the info session? Does anyone know why they're now provisional in the first place? Do they feel confident about passing in June? Any input would be greatly appreciated!! Congrats to all accepted!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynzme1 Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 strawmaryblonde, they said they went from being a 32 month program to a 27 month program and the revise caused them to have a period of time where they did not have students attending the program. Apparently, whenever a PA program is not up and running the school forfeits it's accreditation. Unfortunately, I did not ask enough questions at the info session about how confident the school feels about passing in June, what they are doing to ensure they will pass, and what will happen to us who have gotten in if they don't pass. I am not kicking myself in the butt for it now :( Good luck at your interview! It is super relaxed. No trick questions. I felt very "at home". Please let me know how it goes! -Lindsay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ipman1015 Posted January 21, 2013 Share Posted January 21, 2013 So I just received an interview invitation today, and I was given 3 options: 01/18, 01/19, or 02/19! I'm very nervous because I'm from CA and this is the first school out of state I've received an invite for. Someone suggested the Holiday Inn on page 1, so I'll consider that option for lodging. For those out of state, which airport did you fly to? Thanks. Will be flying to Clarksburg in Feb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ttt88 Posted January 23, 2013 Share Posted January 23, 2013 Will be flying to Clarksburg in Feb I actually chose Pittsburgh, longer driving time but cheaper airfare (from CA). Anyway, I'll be seeing you on the 19th then =]. Good luck! Also, thanks lynzme1 for the info! I hope they will update applicants with their accreditation prep during the interview infosession in Feb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoosier1 Posted January 23, 2013 Share Posted January 23, 2013 The accreditation is a non-issue for anyone beginning this May. The program already has full provisional accreditation. The same that is granted to any new program. The June visit is their first since receiving the provisional. I was reassured that regardless of what happens during that visit anyone who was enrolled under the provisional is allowed to take the PANCE assuming they complete the program. The faculty at AB are very proud of their program and with all the updates done in 2010 I doubt they would do anything to jeopardize their accreditation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ipman1015 Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 The accreditation is a non-issue for anyone beginning this May. The program already has full provisional accreditation. The same that is granted to any new program. The June visit is their first since receiving the provisional. I was reassured that regardless of what happens during that visit anyone who was enrolled under the provisional is allowed to take the PANCE assuming they complete the program. The faculty at AB are very proud of their program and with all the updates done in 2010 I doubt they would do anything to jeopardize their accreditation. The biggest issue for those yet to interview is the number of spots available. Prior to last weekend's interviews the university president said they had already received deposits for 25 of the 36 spots. Judging by the number of people in suits/interview attire at the info session I would estimate at least 15 of us interviewed on Saturday. Thanks GScott for the info. Good luck everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynzme1 Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 GScott, I realize that they have provisional accreditation but I would hate to have attended a school who lost their accreditation while I was in attendance. That wouldn't look very good when we are trying to get jobs after graduation. That is my only concern. Thanks for the update! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vmperez28 Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 When is everyone going to start looking for housing??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runner16 Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 i was wondering the same thing regarding housing. I think the school is suppose to send us another packet with housing in it but I haven't gotten that yet. Do you know anything about where to live there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vmperez28 Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 yeah i spoke to megan and she said that they would send out a housing packet. I haven't gotten it either.. She did send me a list of rentals and people to contact. when i was there for the interview i asked about housing and they said that the students usually rent houses, and i live in florida so i need to drive up there and start looking soon.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynzme1 Posted January 27, 2013 Share Posted January 27, 2013 Does anyone know about a Facebook group for the people who have been accepted? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vmperez28 Posted January 27, 2013 Share Posted January 27, 2013 that was the same thing i was wondering.. maybe we should start one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsimat01 Posted January 27, 2013 Share Posted January 27, 2013 Hey everyone, I was also accepted to AB awhile ago, so I actually just created a facebook group for us! It's "Alderson-Broaddus PA Program - Class of 2015" and it's a closed group so you'll have to request to be in it. If you want to just message me on here when you do, so I know who you are that would be helpful. Thanks everyone, look forward to meeting you! (PS my Facebook name is Jennifer Rose) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsimat01 Posted January 27, 2013 Share Posted January 27, 2013 here's the link for the page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/402034636554591/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runner16 Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 Thank you so much for starting that!!! I am so excited to meet everyone!! I still haven't gotten anything in the mail for housing but I do have a number to one of the ladys that helps with rentals. I know from a PA in the area that went to AB awhile back that she lived in an apartment but she also went to AB for undergrad so she knew where to look earlier on. Are people considering living in houses or apartments? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mvs 1 Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 Does anyone know if AB would still consider applications if just now turning them in, or if they have already selected interview applicants and filled the class? Thx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tour9196 Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 MVS 1: I just received an interview invite and I turned mine in about 2 1/2 weeks ago. That being said, I know from this thread that they have 25/36 slots filled and they enroll on a rolling basis. Also they accept applications till March 1st, as you probably already know, and its 45 dollars to apply. Also they have interviews for March 5th and 19th. The February 19th slots are filled up already. Given all that I think you can make a decision based on that info and your credentials of the probably of getting in. Good luck! Also, why I came on this forum, I know the school has baptist foundations but do they emphasis that in the PA program? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoosier1 Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 Nothing was mentioned about their Baptist foundations during the info session or interview. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slacker361 Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 WOW I wonder if I still owe then 45 bucks... i dont remember that part? :O_O: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsimat01 Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 hey everyone who hasn't done it yet, don't forget to join the facebook group for accepted students! :) https://www.facebook.com/groups/402034636554591/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slacker361 Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 to everyone that got accepted, did they call you, send you a letter, did you call them.... My interview will be two weeks ago this upcoming friday, needless to say I am getting antsy !!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vmperez28 Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 i received a letter in the mail.. best of luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tour9196 Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 The 45 dollars is for caspa, not the school itself. And thank you for the information about the religion part! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slacker361 Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 ah now I understand, I know some schools charge for the supplemental applications also.... My misunderstanding Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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