Hi all -
I know this is late now, but I figure my post may help applicants in the future. I was accepted to the DPMS program, but ultimately decided not to accept my spot. My stats are as follows: cGPA: 3.52, sGPA: 3.20, MCAT: 506. I was selected for the track that does not need to retake the MCAT. I have extensive research and shadowing experience, including 2 publications at the moment, and one year (going on two) of clinical research experience in a hospital. While I realize my stats aren't perfect, I chose not to enroll in DPMS for numerous reasons. First, during my interview, the doctor I spoke with opened by asking if I had applied to medical school previously (which I had not). She continuously mentioned that I would get in somewhere, if I apply the traditional route, and insisted I apply to Drexel (she even said "we'd be happy to have you here", which I don't think they're supposed to, but it was nice to hear anyway...). I interviewed on May 18th and was accepted on June 4th. Unfortunately, the turn around time for the program was far too quick for me. My father passed the day after I received my acceptance, so it was unrealistic for me to quit my job and uproot my life. I was also quite skeptical about the matriculation rate to DUCOM; my interviewer said only about 17/40 students made it to white coat from last year's class. Granted, students have any different reasons for not making it, i.e. kids, family, illness, etc. However, the disorganization of the program, lack of communication, and push from faculty to not enroll in this program, did ultimately play an important role in my decision. I hope this helps future applicants, best of luck to those who have enrolled!