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Lula97 said:
for the shadowing question, does it have to be strictly DO? I only have an MD shadowing experience but he used a somewhat holistic approach
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There's a check box to select if they were DO or MD so you can do both
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aimerix said:
There's a check box to select if they were DO or MD so you can do both
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yeah sorry I was actually referring to the first question in the essay questions "observing a DO..." but I guess it has to be a DO. I was just hoping that I would write one essay for shadowing instead of the two lol
 
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Is anyone writing quite less than 500 words for the prompts? I have been diligently meeting the word/character requirements, so I would have usually aimed for 450-500 words for these prompts, but I just dont have that much to say...
 
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Mungmoong said:
Is anyone writing quite less than 500 words for the prompts? I have been diligently meeting the word/character requirements, so I would have usually aimed for 450-500 words for these prompts, but I just dont have that much to say...
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I think I averaged 300-400 words with the exception of one where I got like 480
 
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They told me my app was incomplete because I’m missing a science letter, but I have two and I’m a reapplicant.

i told them this and they said they won’t consider my science letter because I’m a reapplicant and I need a new one? I did not know this was a thing? Where does it say this.
 
premed0516 said:
They told me my app was incomplete because I’m missing a science letter, but I have two and I’m a reapplicant.

i told them this and they said they won’t consider my science letter because I’m a reapplicant and I need a new one? I did not know this was a thing? Where does it say this.
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I've never heard of this with any school but that sucks
 
premed0516 said:
Me neither, I’ve reapplied to almost 30 DO schools none have this. I’ve searched their site I can’t find that written anywhere.
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So they do look through your application somewhat before sending a secondary? I guess that’s good to know they don’t just take everyone’s money
 
hopefulaa said:
So they do look through your application somewhat before sending a secondary? I guess that’s good to know they don’t just take everyone’s money
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Well they sent me a secondary and I paid for it, this email was after that.
 
canadaroadman said:
So Im a canadian and the only DO shadowing I did was virtual (2 sessions 1 hour each), which counts according to the adcoms I emailed. Should I answer the first or second question on the secondary?

  1. What experience observing a DO solidified your desire/ambition to become an osteopathic physician? (This could be a formal shadowing experience (one-on-one with a physician), scribing, observing your own physician, friend, or family member who is a DO).
  2. If you have not had the opportunity to shadow/observe a DO why is it important to you to become an osteopathic physician?

I feel like if I answer the first question they wont take me seriously because its virtual shadowing.
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Hello fellow Canadian! I don't have a perfect answer but from what I've heard from others on SDN and Reddit when I've mentioned my lack of DO hours, the general sentiment is that most schools are understanding that Canadians just don't have many opportunities to shadow DOs. I have zero DO shadowing and was just going to talk about why I align with the philosophy.

I would suggest that you mention your virtual DO shadowing still because it's better than nothing and then use that to start talking about your why DO. I don't think anyone will fault you for using what you have.

Also, did you virtually shadow a local DO within Canada or did one of these virtual shadowing opportunities happen to feature a DO? Still hoping to get some hours even if it's not for the application so I'm just curious.
 
Mungmoong said:
Is anyone writing quite less than 500 words for the prompts? I have been diligently meeting the word/character requirements, so I would have usually aimed for 450-500 words for these prompts, but I just dont have that much to say...
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I am. 150-300 words about on all of the responses. Better to be concise then to ramble at least in my eyes.
 
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how are y'all approaching the "what does diversity, equity, and inclusion mean to you" question?
 
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GolDRoger said:
how are y'all approaching the "what does diversity, equity, and inclusion mean to you" question?
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I talked about each one separately. I summarized my diversity essay then talked about my experiences in health equity and inclusion
 
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premed0516 said:
They told me my app was incomplete because I’m missing a science letter, but I have two and I’m a reapplicant.

i told them this and they said they won’t consider my science letter because I’m a reapplicant and I need a new one? I did not know this was a thing? Where does it say this.
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are you sure? double check because that doesn't make sense
 
For the extenuating circumstances essay question, if you haven't experienced anything major (other than a few low grades in undergrad) is anyone putting "N/A" ?
 
Has anyone heard back form COMP Pomona yet for the secondary app? I received COMP NW 7/23 but haven't heard back from Pomona. Thx
 
cfrench said:
Any word back on your CA secondary?
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I received it the day after I emailed them. Not sure if they actually saw my email since they did not reply and I heard other people received it on 8/2.
 
premed0516 said:
Right? Like what if I didn’t take any more classes. I don’t know what to do but that’s what they told me
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yeah, that is really weird. Did you submit them through interfolio or did the recommenders submit them?
 
premed0516 said:
I had them through AACOMAS from last year
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i am not sure if I understand. So you used these last year when you applied. Now, you are also using them this year. However, how were they uploaded for this year's application?
 
OCcalistud18 said:
i am not sure if I understand. So you used these last year when you applied. Now, you are also using them this year. However, how were they uploaded for this year's application?
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I originally uploaded them through interfolio, but if you reapply AACOMAS will hold
Your letters in their system. So the issue for them is not having my letter but the fact I used the same letters.
 
premed0516 said:
I originally uploaded them through interfolio, but if you reapply AACOMAS will hold
Your letters in their system. So the issue for them is not having my letter but the fact I used the same letters.
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oh wow. I didn't know you could do that. I know for AMCAS nothing is stored.

I think your best bet is to reach out to your writers and have them update the letters (at least the date). Delete your old letters and create new requests on AACOMAS. Have your writers upload the letter directly again or have them upload it to Interfolio.

OR you can just upload the ones you have in Interfolio already. Just delete the old ones and create new requests. I don't think the problem is that they are the same but that they were "stored" in AACOMAS from the last cycle. I know plenty of people that have reapplied here and have used the same letters.
 
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hey guys I'm having a hard time understanding what they focus on the most. My app is all about community service and working with underserved populations, would it be okay to talk about this for "why us"? they mentioned community service briefly tho but I feel like their mission is pretty generic
 
Lula97 said:
hey guys I'm having a hard time understanding what they focus on the most. My app is all about community service and working with underserved populations, would it be okay to talk about this for "why us"? they mentioned community service briefly tho but I feel like their mission is pretty generic
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I'm sure this would be more than okay to talk about!
 
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premed0516 said:
They told me my app was incomplete because I’m missing a science letter, but I have two and I’m a reapplicant.

i told them this and they said they won’t consider my science letter because I’m a reapplicant and I need a new one? I did not know this was a thing? Where does it say this.
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Notice to Re-applicants We will consider letters of recommendation for a second consecutive application only; you only need to provide one additional letter of recommendation from a science professor. If your previous application was incomplete, you need to provide the necessary letters to complete this application. If you are applying for the third consecutive year, or if your last application was prior to one year, we require current letters of recommendation.
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Once you pay the application fee, your app Is finalized, correct?
 
GolDRoger said:
Once you pay the application fee, your app Is finalized, correct?
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yes I think so. I just paid mine but when I log in it still tells me to submit payment. are you having the same problem?
 
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Lula97 said:
yes I think so. I just paid mine but when I log in it still tells me to submit payment. are you having the same problem?
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I had the same problem. I checked mine later in the day and it had the green checkmark.
 
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vitruviano said:
+3 OOS, maybe i got screened out. Does anyone know if they have GPA/MCAT minimums?
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I'm waiitng too. I would like to know too. I didn't see any screen when I first checked but i might have missed it
 
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Received both secondaries today!
Anyone having issues submitting after paying the app fee? The application won’t let me finalize and submit. It just keeps bringing me back to the payment page and I can’t go further :/ (for both apps)
 
If anyone has questions about COMP feel free to reach out! I’m a first year on the Leb campus but we work very closely with Pomona!
 
Does anyone else feel like some of the secondary questions ask the same thing in different ways?

I'm running out of things to talk about because most of my significant events can be applicable to several of these prompts.
 
kimcheese said:
Does anyone else feel like some of the secondary questions ask the same thing in different ways?

I'm running out of things to talk about because most of my significant events can be applicable to several of these prompts.
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Yes I can’t believe it’s 500 words each !!!!
 
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canadaroadman said:
Did anyones application status say"awaiting payment" after paying and submitting the application (yes it went through and i was charged)?
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Yes! I went through the payment page and now that’s all it says and I cant move forward. I emailed my admissions rep and they said that means the payment is processing. Might take up to 48 hours. If it isn’t resolved by then, contact someone
 
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