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Anyone else doing this program?
Good luck jslo! I'm know you'll be an OMS-I soon enough.
Thanks for the info jslo! I submitted my application on 12/28/10. I already got in my transcripts, mcat, LORs, and resume in. I was wondering what are my chances for this post-bac. I have 3.20 gpa, 3.16 scigpa, 21P mcat (will be retaking it), and majored in biotechnology at UC Davis.
Does anyone know if you can use a commitee letter when applying instead of a rec letter from one specific treacher?
Thanks
I would apply to the post-bacc program if your goal is to enter their medical school.
The M.S. is structured as a two year program where the coursework is completed during the first year along with the post-bacc class and the second year is dedicated to i think several graduate courses and lab work under one of the faculty along with a thesis. GRE is required and I'm not positive as to whether the conditional acceptance applies to them as well, but I assume so? Our current class rep is the only masters student that went through our first semester with us and I know she's studying for the MCAT but not really sure what applies/doesn't apply in her scenario so I can't comment on that.
As for early, that's relative. I know of several cases who have already applied and actually one who was unfortunately rejected. I would assume that applying in february or march would still be fine but that at least quite a few are sending in apps now. I have heard rumors of the min MCAT req increasing by a point or two so definitely check with the admissions office to hear the correct figures as next year's admission requirements for the program may have increased.
If there are personal questions, you can PM me about it, but I do frequent this thread constantly so I'd be happy to answer any other questions you may have.
A few quick questions:
1. Does the program accept LORs from Interfolio?
2. About how long does it take from submitting the application until receiving word on admissions?
Thanks guys!
Dharma, you should just call admissions if you want the actual answer for when they review applications or if they will check AACOMAS for your transcripts as opposed to having to mail in official copies to Erie. If there are deviations between their procedure (sending acceptance dates) from last year to this year then only they would be able to give you an accurate response.
For the record, I used my AACOMAS application that they had on file in Erie for my transcripts/coursework after talking to the admissions adviser that was responsible for the program.
"Yes their is a direct linkage to LECOM. If you maintain a 3.0 in the Post Bac, do not fail any class, achieve a 23 on the MCAT, complete a successful interview, you are guaranteed a seat barring an extreme situation.
As a Post Bac student, we will still allow you to receive the secondary in order to file an application if you happen to be below any of our DO minimums so that we can process and complete the interview. This may happen if you are below a 23 and are taking the Jan MCAT. Rather than wait until March for the score, we will still interview you in Feb and wait for ther final MCAT score.
The GPA min is 2.7 for a secondary application. If you are in the Post Bac and have an OVERALL GPA (Undergrad through the present) under the 2.7, you will still get a supplmental so that we can process your application."
The linkage is the same for the Pharmacy school as the DO school. The pre-requisite classes are different, but we often have Post Bac pharmacy students alongside Post Bac DO students.
There is no minimum PCAT. The average PCAT is 60 for the matriculating students. The main factor that will be evaluated is the science GPA
Me thinks you will be ok PunkMed. Jump on it though! Hopefully we'll be seeing each other in September
You'll be ok they just started the process
I noticed in my lecom portal new financial aid tab and bookstore tab ! Anyone have both tabs before acceptance ? I am really nervous , as I am waiting on my letter.
Can someone confirm the tabs exist or not for me please?
I know it's silly but hey whatever ease my mind
Dang, I feel like my application is going to be late.
Haha. I think it is relatively early in the application process, so I think it is fine to submit it now or in Feb.
I just got my matriculation packet in my email. WOOT!
You'll be ok they just started the process
I noticed in my lecom portal new financial aid tab and bookstore tab ! Anyone have both tabs before acceptance ? I am really nervous , as I am waiting on my letter.
Can someone confirm the tabs exist or not for me please?
I know it's silly but hey whatever ease my mind
Looking forward to meeting Erie, PA! Hope to hear back soon! The curriculum for the post-bacc sounds great, I was really nervous that I would be retaking the courses I already completed during the post bacc, but it looks like it will be new courses aside from a few repeats!
So feedback on that would be appreciated as well. I am planning on working during the program. Is that realistically possible during the program?
Also, what is living like? I would love to find a roommate if that is possible. I have worked throughout my undergrad degree and have an amazing way of balancing it all
Also, just want to confirm that there is no "glide year" between post-bacc and the first year of medical school.