oneday6 Posted November 21, 2013 Share Posted November 21, 2013 it's always best to apply early. there are 2 interview sessions left- one next week and one the first week of December. If you are goimg to get an interview invite it will be before Thanksgiving. I applied late. Heck, I'm not even sure if they have my application. I'm hoping to hear a response from UF this coming week. I really, really want to go back to UF! Do you know if they send out rejection letters via email? Also, did you get a generic email saying that they were reviewing your application? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodsters Posted November 21, 2013 Share Posted November 21, 2013 I don't know if they send out letters/emails to those who don't get interviews. It would be a VERY large task as over 1200 apply but only about 150 interview. If you interview and do not get accepted, yes, you should get a letter. Not sure about the email stating they are reviewing the application - I think so. You could send an email asking if everything is in order. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mai Posted November 30, 2013 Share Posted November 30, 2013 So I didn't get a call this week from UF for their last interview spots on Dec 2/3. I'm still praying that they will somehow miraculously open up another interview session. Does anyone know if they have anymore interview sessions or is it just over?! :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreatChecko Posted December 1, 2013 Share Posted December 1, 2013 Unfortunately, the last scheduled interview session is next week. They should be wrapping up the selections by the end of the semester. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orangepuma Posted December 1, 2013 Share Posted December 1, 2013 So anyone else going to be at UF tomorrow?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ampas16 Posted December 1, 2013 Share Posted December 1, 2013 Yes, me! We're in the car driving up to Gainesville right now. I'm so excited! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreatChecko Posted December 2, 2013 Share Posted December 2, 2013 Yes, me! We're in the car driving up to Gainesville right now. I'm so excited! Lovin' the traffic on I-75, I'm sure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orangepuma Posted December 2, 2013 Share Posted December 2, 2013 Yes, me! We're in the car driving up to Gainesville right now. I'm so excited! Awesome I'll see you tomorrow ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ampas16 Posted December 2, 2013 Share Posted December 2, 2013 So much traffic! The normally 4 hour trip took us 6+. Well worth it though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gdubb Posted December 3, 2013 Share Posted December 3, 2013 Of those applying to UF for PA school, are any of you considering the University of AL Birmingham PA program? If so, what are your thoughts on UAB vs UF? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orangepuma Posted December 3, 2013 Share Posted December 3, 2013 Just finished the interview this morning! I had a great time! Thanks UF PA Students! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodsters Posted December 3, 2013 Share Posted December 3, 2013 Good luck Orangepuma! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orangepuma Posted December 3, 2013 Share Posted December 3, 2013 Thank you @woodsters ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ampas16 Posted December 5, 2013 Share Posted December 5, 2013 I can't believe how amazing everything about the whole interview process was. I thought the orientation was so informative and made me so much more excited about this program. Dinner at the swamp eased so many of my fears and I can't thank the current students enough for answering my questions. The interviews themselves were much more pleasant than I had anticipated. Overall it was an impressive experience and I'm honored to have been chosen to take part in their interview process. I hope to hear something positive soon! Good luck to all who interviewed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreatChecko Posted December 5, 2013 Share Posted December 5, 2013 I'm happy everyone had a great time! Best of luck to all who have interviewed this year and are still waiting. I hope and pray that phone call comes very soon. If you didn't get an interview or didn't get a spot this year, do not despair! There are students in the program who applied multiple times. Keeping pushing, find out what you can improve for next year, and remember that this forum is a great resource to help you reach your goal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paramedic Posted December 5, 2013 Author Share Posted December 5, 2013 Thanks checko for your encouragement! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trav6170 Posted December 9, 2013 Share Posted December 9, 2013 Hi all! Congrats to all those being accepted to the program for 2014! I am hopeful to join in 2015. Quick question for those entering this year: By the time I apply next year, I will still be little short of UF's recommended 1,000 Direct Patient Care hours, but I will have more than 4,000 indirect hours. Is anyone aware of applicants entering the program short of direct patient care hours? Has anyone here been accepted that could share their own experience? Thanks for any responses! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreatChecko Posted December 9, 2013 Share Posted December 9, 2013 Don't worry, the program will take into consideration the fact that you are applying a full year before you begin. There are a few people in the current first year class who were below the minimums when they applied. However, since they continued to work, they were just fine by the time school started the following year. Just make sure your application and essay are stellar and make the admissions director want to meet you. Getting that interview is key. For everyone still waiting for this year, hang in there! Phone calls are coming very soon, I hope and pray you hear good news in the next few days! No matter the result, we will be here to help and encourage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodsters Posted December 9, 2013 Share Posted December 9, 2013 @trav - Checko is correct - UF extrapolates the hours provided you list them on your application as "start date" (whatever that is) to "present". They will presume you will continue working at the same number of hours per week up until school starts. So if you are working at least half time in direct patient care you shouldn't have any problem with the hours. I STRONGLY encourage you to fill out and submit your application as EARLY as possible. They start interviewing BEFORE the deadline so you need to get that app in by June "for best results". You can always update your application with changes, improvements by emailing the program. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orangepuma Posted December 9, 2013 Share Posted December 9, 2013 Just got the phone call this morning! I'm accepted! Go Gators!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ampas16 Posted December 9, 2013 Share Posted December 9, 2013 Congrats orangepuma! Melinda just called me as well! I can't even begin to explain how excited I am! I'm looking forward to meeting all of my classmates this summer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodsters Posted December 9, 2013 Share Posted December 9, 2013 CONGRATS! Hopefully they will soon start calling those who interviewed before you. It should be an exciting week for many! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodsters Posted December 9, 2013 Share Posted December 9, 2013 A friend who interviewed in the first session got her call of acceptance today! So, they are going down the list and making calls! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fargin Posted December 9, 2013 Share Posted December 9, 2013 Congrats. Hope I will be joining you two...getting worried that all spots were given out this morning :-/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodsters Posted December 9, 2013 Share Posted December 9, 2013 I think they'll be going over it all week. Two years ago a friend got a call on the Friday night of this same week around 7 pm... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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