-= May 2007 Accepted Thread =-

[bobdole]

Because, uhm, I am! :)

Say hi if you're joining me. (Dru, sticky?)

[Dru]

Done and congratulations!! :)

Newbies, please remember to visit the Ross Unofficial Resources at:
http://ross.ubermutant.com/

[simpleman1]

i am in too. got my acceptance two weeks ago. i am looking forward to meeting all of you.

[pursuingMD]

Is there anyone who applied for this semester? Anyone got accepted? What is class size? When is the latest that I can apply? How long will it take from sending my application to getting the admission? Thanks for info.

[mkulob]

I don't know about this May, but I got in this May and was accepted a month and a half before school started. I applied two months before.

[pursuingMD]

I don't know about this May, but I got in this May and was accepted a month and a half before school started. I applied two months before.

Do you mean two months before you get the acceptance or May 2006? Thanks.

[abrown15]

can i get any of your guys' gpa and mcats?
really appreciate it.
i have a
gpa: 3.0
science 2.8
biochem major.
lots of volunteer and medical internships, and research
mcatL 16

what do you honestly think, i am soo depressed!
any comments would be helpful.
thanks
~anita~

[cookie427]

I interviewed last July and still waiting, recently sent in my new MCAT,28-O. Keeping my fingers crossed.

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

well I got my official letter of acceptance from Ross this morning that I have been accepted for May 2007!!! i have been waitlisted for January so there is still that chance but i'm in for May 2007 for sure!!! THIS IS EXCITING!!!

[vaneleus]

well I got my official letter of acceptance from Ross this morning that I have been accepted for May 2007!!! i have been waitlisted for January so there is still that chance but i'm in for May 2007 for sure!!! THIS IS EXCITING!!!

btw i'm 26/m from Miami, FL...anyone else from south florida going???????? hit me up!

I bet that was handy for going to the interview.

Congrats!

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

I bet that was handy for going to the interview.

Congrats!

funny thing is i was 10 mins late cause of the damn traffic...mind u i left an hour and 15 mins beforehand...and w/o traffic i live about 15-20 mins from the 7000 building!! handy? sure...easy? not at that time in the morning hehe

[Dru]

For those of you who have been accepted and not yet received your welcome packet, you can see it at:

http://tomhaden.googlepages.com/RossWelcome.pdf

Hope this helps!

[joekar]

Congrats to all of you so far! Just a quick question...did any of you apply or get into AUC but decided to go to Ross? Could you please post the reasons behind your decisions to pick one over another?

Thanks.

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

For those of you who have been accepted and not yet received your welcome packet, you can see it at:

http://tomhaden.googlepages.com/RossWelcome.pdf

Hope this helps!

i am anxiously awaiting my packet :D...thanks!

[Gchild46]

hey guys just found out i got in today!!!! so excited.... applied for jan 07 but it was full so may is just as good!!! more time to relax :) let me know if anyone is from the NJ/NY area...

[S0nia685]

can i get any of your guys' gpa and mcats?
really appreciate it.
i have a
gpa: 3.0
science 2.8
biochem major.
lots of volunteer and medical internships, and research
mcatL 16

what do you honestly think, i am soo depressed!
any comments would be helpful.
thanks
~anita~

LOL...I have the samething as you and I didn't get accepted...worse I was told that I am astrong candidate...and that the interviwer called me and told me his shocked why I didn't get accepted...and he said it had to be because of my MCAT score and should retake it....I am siting here studying for the MCAT again...I think it was so0ooo hypocritical of them to say we look at not just MCAT and GPA.....

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

hey guys just found out i got in today!!!! so excited.... applied for jan 07 but it was full so may is just as good!!! more time to relax :) let me know if anyone is from the NJ/NY area...

hey congrats man!!! i bet it you were going nuts waiting huh??? :D its an awsome feeling...see you in may

[misaeldv]

Hi, are the interviews done in Miami? Thanks

[Gchild46]

interviews are done in the regional offices nearest to where you live..NJ for the northeast, Miami for the southeast and Ca for the west coast...etc... when you receive the info to schedule an interview.. you have the choice to pick where you want it to be completed at...

[mjcali]

Hi guys,

I just received "the call" today and am so happy that I got accepted. I actually applied for the January class but was told that it was full. I am waitlisted for that semester, but with the 1 month that I have to prepare to up and leave for the island...I'm actually thankful that I'll go in May instead...actually I'm just thankful I got in...

Anyway, I'm rambling... Anyone from Los Angeles/Southern California going in May please e-mail/pm/post a reply so we can plan to get together before going to Dominica if you would like...

Happy Thanksgiving !

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

Hi guys,

I just received "the call" today and am so happy that I got accepted. I actually applied for the January class but was told that it was full. I am waitlisted for that semester, but with the 1 month that I have to prepare to up and leave for the island...I'm actually thankful that I'll go in May instead...actually I'm just thankful I got in...

Anyway, I'm rambling... Anyone from Los Angeles/Southern California going in May please e-mail/pm/post a reply so we can plan to get together before going to Dominica if you would like...

Happy Thanksgiving !

congratulations!! the letter they sent me said the same thing about being waitlisted. i kinda wish i could've gotten in for january but now i have more time to party!!

:drinkbud::dancepar::rock::beerchug:

[emmy]

Hi
I also applied for Jan 07 and was accepted for May 07.
Anyone from the NY or New England area?

[Latina74]

Congrats to all!

I applied for Jan 07, I was told by my interviewer that I got in for Jan 07, but when I got my package it said May. It took them about a week to figure out who screw up. So, I am joining the May 07 class, actually it's better this way have more time to prepare. Anyone from Philadelphia?

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

so how many May 07 people have recieved their packet yet?? i know its very early so i'm not stressing it but just curious.

[mjcali]

I received my packet last Monday, it was the January version. It said on the letter that they'll send the updated May version as soon as they have it produced. I guess they just want me to look over the requirements that needs to be done (i.e. health clerance, certificate of good conduct etc.) ...

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

a friend of mine already received it and some others on this board have as well. oh well....worse case scenario i start getting the stuff done using the one on the resources page the Dru posted.

[veetz]

Hey folks,

Just wanted to wish everyone the best as you begin your careers as doctors. I graduated from Ross in June and have to say, life is good! I had a wonderful experience with Ross, made some great friends, had a lot of fun along the way, and matched into anesthesiology. If you go there with genuine intentions of studying hard, you'll be fine. Good luck people!

[Latina74]

I got my welcome package two weeks ago.
Thanks Veetz, it helps to hear from graduated alumni, Good Luck and Congrats!

[Gchild46]

received my packet a couple of weeks ago..and just booked my plane ticket today .. some good deals if you book now from AA and leaving from the NY/NJ area...

[Latina74]

I'm planning on booking my ticket about two-three weeks before registration. When are the rest of you planning to get to the island?

[doc2doc2]

The class size for summer term will be smaller than Jan and Sept.
Correct me if i'm wrong.

[doc2doc2]

thank you.

[Dru]

http://tomhaden.googlepages.com/RossWelcome.pdf

Strange, it works fine for me.

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

http://tomhaden.googlepages.com/RossWelcome.pdf

Strange, it works fine for me.

for those who know, can we use some of the forms on this page to get the paperwork started, such as immunizations, police record stuff, etc? i have already had a head start for financial aid..all they needed was proof of citizenship so i scanned and emailed them my passport. i know may is still a long time away but i just want to get a lot of things out of the way.

also, is the may class size really smaller than sept and jan as someone mentioned above?

[Dru]

http://tomhaden.googlepages.com/RossWelcome.pdf

This is in an Adobe pdf format, so if you have Adobe on your computer, you should be able to read it. I tried converting the file from pdf to Word, but it won't allow me to do it. If I could cut and past the whole thing here, I'd do it.

[Dru]

Wow, that was wierd. My last post had a big old space and then tiny print. Tried 3 times to edit it, and I can't fix it.

Anyway, you should be able to print and use the documents in the Adobe document to get a head start.

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

Wow, that was wierd. My last post had a big old space and then tiny print. Tried 3 times to edit it, and I can't fix it.

Anyway, you should be able to print and use the documents in the Adobe document to get a head start.

i have the document saved in pdf so i guess thats what i'll start with. thank you :D

[bernyako]

I was accepted over the summer but I just found this site. Is anyone coming from Las Vegas or Utah? Is anyone LDS? I can't wait to meet everyone!

[Texashere]

Is anyone planning to visit Ross?

[Biobabe]

also, is the may class size really smaller than sept and jan as someone mentioned above?
It may be small now but they are still actively interviewing so it will be getting bigger, as per the associate admissions lady I talked to Monday. :)

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

It may be small now but they are still actively interviewing so it will be getting bigger, as per the associate admissions lady I talked to Monday. :)

oh yea for sure it will get bigger...especially in the next two months or so. biobabe, get that toshiba yet?

[xmkim]

Woo-hoo! Just the board I've been looking for! I just got the big phone call yesterday, and I'll be starting on May 1st! I'm looking forward to meeting some of my new classmates, so we won't ALL be strangers when we get there. I'm 27, from Louisiana, and have never lived anywhere else. So this is a WHOLE NEW experience! Anyone interested in getting in touch? Congrats to my new classmates!

Kimberly

PS - Feel free to send me an e-mail at xmkim@earthlink.net

[Biobabe]

oh yea for sure it will get bigger...especially in the next two months or so. biobabe, get that toshiba yet?
Still waiting for the loans to come in :P

[anaryzhny]

http://rusa-ross.tripod.com

visit here for advice on what you need

[ashpash]

I got accepted for May 07 iam really excited.Anyone else from Minnesota.

[Darylict]

I got in for May. Anyone from the D.C. area going? Would love to meet up with anyone who is interested in checking out "the rock" before then. Also, is there a good time to visit? Either before the January term starts or after the first mini?

[Agoffi]

i am from weston, fl.. and i am currently at Ross MERP here in miami. If all goes well i will be going down there as well for the May 2007 ... I dont know anything about housing, but i would love to get something now before febuary rolls along.. Any news?





well I got my official letter of acceptance from Ross this morning that I have been accepted for May 2007!!! i have been waitlisted for January so there is still that chance but i'm in for May 2007 for sure!!! THIS IS EXCITING!!!

btw i'm 26/m from Miami, FL...anyone else from south florida going???????? hit me up!

[WorldofDocs]

:) I am also accepted for May 2007. Any desi girl from New Jersey or New York?

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

i am from weston, fl.. and i am currently at Ross MERP here in miami. If all goes well i will be going down there as well for the May 2007 ... I dont know anything about housing, but i would love to get something now before febuary rolls along.. Any news?

if you're talking about housing on the island then, like the majority of people say, its better to wait until you get there..which is what i'm going to do. if you want to read up on housing, check out the housing sticky and read what people have to say about it. check out the map sticky also so u can get an idea of where the housing is located on.

[mjcali]

Hi guys,

regarding laptops...I found a great deal at Office Depot...I got an IBM Lenovo for $800 after mail-in-rebate. It has the same specifications as what Ross recommends. The only downside is that its pretty heavy 6.2 pds and has a 15" TFT. Anyhow the sale ends on December 24, so if you're looking for laptops you might want to check Office Depot...

Has anybody secured Housing yet ???

[mel323]

Hi,

I am a first semester, 26 year-old female, who is actually on a medical leave of absence. I will be returning to Ross in May as a repeat first semester. Unfortunately as a first semester, if you need to leave the island emergently due to medical reasons (I was med-flighted off the island at the end of October when I lost circulation in my leg b/c of a blood clot) you have to actually withdraw and lose credit for the semester and have to repeat it, so when I return I return as a first semester again. I will return with a wealth of knowledge though, I guess the time spent on the island was worth something. I can share some wisdom with you. First bit of knowledge - purchase the medical evacuation insurance - you never know when you might need it.

I made the right decision coming to Ross. Life is difficult and the experience is eye opening but worth it. I don't regret making the decision to go there. I can't wait to get back there. You will make many life adjustments, but for the better. The island is absolutely beautiful and has a lot to offer. Go early so you can explore and enjoy it before classes start. After they do, Ross owns you and you will have little time to hike, sail, shop, kayak, explore, hang on the beach, etc.

Take time to enjoy the culture once there. The people of Dominica are pleasant, kind, and helpful. Greet everyone with a smile and a kind word and they will be more than willing to help you. Dee, the juice lady always saved me an extra bottle of fresh squeezed mango juice after I befriended her on day one.

Food is not the best down there. But you will survive. There is always pizza, Subway, Indian, Chinese, and enough veggies at the market to make killer stirfry. The shacks are edible and you learn to like it. You will find your favorite and stick to it - but I challenge you to venture out and try somehthig new. However, pack as much nonpershable comfort food as you can in your suitcase and send yourself a box or barrel 2 weeks before you leave so you will have food down there. Comfort foods like canned soups, cereal, mac and cheese, flavored oatmeal, granola, cereal bars, chips, etc. are very expensive on the island. Send yourself some. Pack a plastic bowl, plate, cup, utensils, coffe, mug, can opener (you would not believe how hard it was for me to find one - i stared at a shelf of canned food for weeks and could not eat it b/c i did not have a can opener), cutting board, and basic cooking supplies, and seasonings. Things sell out quickly at Tina's and James' Store and you have to wait til the next shiping crate comes in - don't get stuck waiting for your can opener :)Most things are expensive and hard to find without bargain shopping and much hunting. For instance, I could not find ginger - main ingredient in many stir frys and seeig as though it makes a great stir fry sauce (ginger soy) and most of the veggies are stir fry veggies (bok choy and peppers) and rice is so abundant - stir fry is an easy and popular meal. I had to send it from the states. Bring a large canister of gatorade powder. You get dehydrated easy - it's HOT! Bring protein powder or bars - meat is not the best and you do need to eat. Never eat meat from the shacks after noontime - you increase the risk of food poisoning (it sits out in the heat all day - trust me I know from experience)

Other things to pack - personal products like your favorite brand of shampoo, and conditioner, and face wash, and for the females - feminine hygeine products (tampons are sold singly and are like $4 each!!!!). Don't go overboard...you will be back for breaks and you can get everything you do need, but it is at a price. I just suggest you pack up a box or 2 of stuff 2 weeks before your departure date and send it to yourself.

Make sure you pack a good umbrella, rain coat, good sneakers/hikers, bug repellent, flashlight, water bottle/nalgene, gatorade powder, protein powder, multi vitamins, sunscreen, recharable batteries, powersurge strip for your laptop, and a positive attitude :)


Apartments - don't look for places along lizard trail - although they are gorgous, they are not very safe - they have the highest crime rate. I had a friend held up by a machette during day light hours and the trail is always in the police blog for muggings. It is quite secluded from main roads and very dark at night. Banana Trail is safe and close to campus and reasonably priced. I have a bunch of friends who lived there and were very happy. Moo Cow Trail is also a good option It is farther from campus but right across from the Annex, where are classroom is located - and the campus has a free shuttle at night that will transport you home so you don't have to walk from main campus home in the dark. Glain Villa is a bit of a ways from campus. You might need a bike if you live there. However, wherever you live, Ross has a shuttle service that deprts from the library every half hour and brings you to your apartment. There's really no need to worry about safety. Just never travel alone. This is only my own personal opinion and the opinions of my friends while down on the island - only mere suggestions. I lived in RUH and it was OK. I am contemplating living elswehere when I return. It was OK for a start. I liked having all first semesters living around me. I met a lot of my very good friends and had people to travl to class with and study with. It is also very close to campus and is very safe and patrolled by guards. However, I hated not having a kitchen. I am undecided. If anyone is looking for a roomate....contact me. My friends down there are activiely looking for an apartment for me...I should find a great place.

Books - you really only need the required texts, all the BRS review books, and Netters Clincal Anatomy. Rojan's Anatomy book is really helpful too. All other recommended texts can be purchased cheaper from upperclassmen leaving the island once you get on campus. Or from a students who run the island island thrift store on Lizard trail - greatly reduced books run by Ross students.

School supplies - paper, pens, binders and such - bring or ship as much as you can - it's so expensive on the island. Paper is scarse.

Final advice - enjoy your free time and sleep now - you will have little of it once you get there - but it will all be worth it in the end. It is difficult, but you will meet some amazing people who are going through the same thing as you and you all learn to help eachother get through it. Everyone is there b/c they truly want to study medicine.

Hmmm.....I think that is all I can think of right now....feel free to e-mail me with any additional questions. I appologize for the lengthy post. I wish someone had given me more advice before I landed on the islanded totally clueless last September. I am just hoping to help in any way I can. Keep in touch and I hope to see you in May.

~Melissa

[mjcali]

Hi,

Thanks so much for your post...it was really helpful. I'm glad students take time to write something on this website as all incoming 1st semsters really need all the help they can get...

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

that was a great post melissa...maybe Dru can post a copy of it in the FAQ sticky. i hope you're feeling better now cause i'm gonna bug you a lot on making stir fry ;) ... i usually buy those packets where you add chicken...ahh the easy life...only 4 more months to enjoy it hehe

[tellmethenews]

Thank you Melissa that was very helpful.

[mel323]

P.S. For those starting in May who have been out of school for a while, I suggest brushing up on Genetics and basic Biochemistry. You have no idea how quickly professors fly through material. Just an example....Cell Biology is taught in 2 weeks! If you struggled with these subjects, or it has been a while since you have taken them or reviewed them, just familiarize yourself with them. Don't be like me...checking out the Genetics text in the library to review pedigree analysis. You should be able to look at a pedigree and know the inheritance pattern cold. They expect to come there with this knowledge. Do yourself a favor now if you have the time. Time is something you don't have once classes start. Work piles up quickly and you can't waste time reviewing things you should already know. Professors assume you have mastered every single topic covered on the MCAT - go to Ross with that attitude. Enjoy your last few months now. But if you have spare time, review the topics you struggled with on the MCAT. You will save yourself a lot of grief the first few weeks of classes. Just a suggestion. I wish I had.

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

damn there go the next 4 month of laziness

[rainne symphony]

What I learned during my first few days here is that "far" by American standard is about 15 minutes walk (and I don't walk fast). The Dominicans here don't think that anywhere that is far to us is far...

If one is lazy of walking, there is always a transport (a public minivan) to take at the end of certain roads for 1 EC, and shuttle provided by the school at night time that will drive the students to their doorsteps.

My best advice is to just expect the basics - water, edible food, and shelter. Then, everything else will be luxury.

:cool:

ps: attitude = altitude.
Feel free to PM me if there's anything I can do to help :)

[MDguy]

If anyone is going from the Miami/Fort Lauderdale area let me know. Maybe we can meet up this month sometime

Jeffice@aol.com

Thanx!

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

If anyone is going from the Miami/Fort Lauderdale area let me know. Maybe we can meet up this month sometime

Jeffice@aol.com

Thanx!

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[GtPrincez]

I just recently changed my start date to May 07. Did everyone already booked their plane tickets? I did not receive any info packet yet but my letter said i would receive stuff 3 months prior to the start date, did anyone else get this type of letter?
Thankz

[glorytome]

hey guys...i wanted to know what my chances are to get in for May if i apply now...stats are 3.1 GPA...higher science GPA...23M MCAT

[mormonfish]

I was accepted over the summer but I just found this site. Is anyone coming from Las Vegas or Utah? Is anyone LDS? I can't wait to meet everyone!


Just found out I was accepted and am also LDS. Anyone here have families?

[pluginchugin]

Anyone here from TExaS?? more specifically HOUSTON? but all texans too please let me kno.

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

I just recently changed my start date to May 07. Did everyone already booked their plane tickets? I did not receive any info packet yet but my letter said i would receive stuff 3 months prior to the start date, did anyone else get this type of letter?
Thankz

i got my acceptance letter at the end of october and i still haven't received my acceptance packet while others have. when i called they told me i should get it by february. just wait and see i guess. havent booked any tickets yet.

[Latina74]

hey guys...i wanted to know what my chances are to get in for May if i apply now...stats are 3.1 GPA...higher science GPA...23M MCAT




You shouldn't have a problem with your stats, I had 3.GPA, 3.62 science GPA and 20MCAt and got in for May. The class doesn't seem to be full, so I think your chances are good.

Good Luck!

[AANYSI]

Hey ppl,

My interview was on Dec 20, and still no word. Those that got their acceptance recently, when was your interview? I am really buggin, trying to figure out why still didnt get a response.

Thanx for the replies.

[Biobabe]

People with interviews December 5th still haven't heard back. The admissions commitee took 2 weeks off for the holidays I was told. Take a deep breath and try to relax. :)

[Texashere]

Anyone here from TExaS?? more specifically HOUSTON? but all texans too please let me kno.

Howdy. I got accepted into May term 2007.

[Texashere]

Hey ppl,

My interview was on Dec 20, and still no word. Those that got their acceptance recently, when was your interview? I am really buggin, trying to figure out why still didnt get a response.

Thanx for the replies.

Give it a couple more weeks since they just came back from their holiday breaks. Good luck!

[Texashere]

I just recently changed my start date to May 07. Did everyone already booked their plane tickets? I did not receive any info packet yet but my letter said i would receive stuff 3 months prior to the start date, did anyone else get this type of letter?
Thankz

I've already booked my tickets via American Airlines website and received my welcome packet in early december.

[pluginchugin]

Howdy. I got accepted into May term 2007.

"HOWDY"?!!!! hahaha yes yes ur a TEXAN =]

[Latina74]

Hey ppl,

My interview was on Dec 20, and still no word. Those that got their acceptance recently, when was your interview? I am really buggin, trying to figure out why still didnt get a response.

Thanx for the replies.


It took me three weeks to hear from Ross after my interview. Each week they receive a list from the Island, it usually comes in on Thursday. If your name is on the list they will give you a call and then send you a welcome package.

Good Luck.

[Texashere]

hey guys...i wanted to know what my chances are to get in for May if i apply now...stats are 3.1 GPA...higher science GPA...23M MCAT

Your chances are good.

Good luck!

[Gchild46]

hey may 07ers did you guys receive any info on fin. aid??? ive been accepted and received my welcome packet in late Nov. and have applied for fafsa, ross sent me a letter notifying me that they've reiceiced my info but so far nothing else.. i just wanted to know how much i need to borrow from sallie may and get that stuff done as soon as possible so i dont have to worry about it later on ....
thanks for the input...

[Dr.BigB]

Hi guys, I got my acceptance package for MAY 2007 :)!!!!
anybody from Virginia/ DC area ?

[Dr.BigB]

hey , I was interviewed on 19 th dec 2006
so i guess it about time for you to hear something form ROSS

good luck

[scoobymd]

I interviewed early in December in Miami and have not heard anything. But yet someone that interviewed in the middle of December got an acceptance. I think I need to have a serious talk with my postman.:confused:

[tellmethenews]

Hi guys, I got my acceptance package for MAY 2007 :)!!!!
anybody from Virginia/ DC area ?

I'm 4 hrs away from you.

[AANYSI]

Those that got accepted already, which way did you find out first by the phone call or through the mail?

Thanx in advance

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

Those that got accepted already, which way did you find out first by the phone call or through the mail?

Thanx in advance

the mail. never got a phone call from them regarding acceptance.

[Latina74]

Those that got accepted already, which way did you find out first by the phone call or through the mail?

Thanx in advance


Phone call.

[Latina74]

hey may 07ers did you guys receive any info on fin. aid??? ive been accepted and received my welcome packet in late Nov. and have applied for fafsa, ross sent me a letter notifying me that they've reiceiced my info but so far nothing else.. i just wanted to know how much i need to borrow from sallie may and get that stuff done as soon as possible so i dont have to worry about it later on ....
thanks for the input...


I was told about three times, that I should be getting info from the financial aid department around early Feb., in order to borrow the money from sallie mae.

[travelgirl]

##########

[Dr.BigB]

phone call and then fedex next day for the welcome package

[Dr.BigB]

how far from Roanoke, VA area ?

[GtPrincez]

Hey everyone!! Is anyone from the New York area??

[Latina74]

Is Sallie Mae the only option?


I think they provide other options, but I dont remember the other options.

[scoobymd]

I just got the phone call!! 27 yo /female West Palm Beach, FL. All my Florida people, we need to get together...Blue Martini, Season's 52, Olive Garden, I don't care. :p :cool: :) :D :D :D :D
dckelly01@hotmail.com

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

I just got the phone call!! 27 yo /female West Palm Beach, FL. All my Florida people, we need to get together...Blue Martini, Season's 52, Olive Garden, I don't care. :p :cool: :) :D :D :D :D
dckelly01@hotmail.com

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[scoobymd]

drjekyll95 that sounds like a plan. I will PM you and MDGuy to figure out date and time.

[tellmethenews]

people from around the new york area...lets organize a group meeting...what do u guys think about that?? Please let me know.

[GtPrincez]

what part of new york tellmethenews??
i'm in long island

[tellmethenews]

I'm actually in NJ ( north jersey).

[Latina74]

Anyone from philadelphia?

[SoCal82]

anyone from LA?

[jconlyway]

anyone in sweet home alabama?

[Gchild46]

south jersey here, 15mins from philly latina74

[mjcali]

Hi I'm from LA...Anyone else besides me and SoCal82 from Southern Cal???

[scoobymd]

NY/NJ....although I have migrated to live in the bright rays of sun that Florida bestows on me everyday :cool: .... I came en route from NY (Bronx) and NJ (Plainfield in Central NJ). I miss NJ and the people, but NJ cannot beat the weather in Florida.

[Rybread]

Hi everybody!
I took the Nov '06 MERP and I'm really kicking some butt. I looked at a few old shelf exams and am reminded of how far I need to go, but I'm really confident that I'll bee seeing you all on the island and look forward to meeting all of you.
--Ry
;)

[Carlota321]

Hey Guys! I jsut wanted to to congrats to all of your for making it into Ross! I am a 1st semester student on the island and I just wanted to make you guys all aware of the cost of textbooks! It's a LOT! BUT the good new is there is a used bookstore on the island that is run by some students. They beat the bookstore prices and amazon.com which is awsome. and no shipping! I bought a bunch of books from them and saved some $$. Just a hint! Check 'em out, their website is Welcome to Island Thrift (http://www.islandthrift.com) and again, congrats to you all and I hope you see everyone of you ont he island!

[Doc2011]

hi guys,
i just found out today that i got accepted, can't wait to meet you great people!

[littlebox5]

Any Cali ppl out there already accepted? i am in the process of applying.. but is it too late to apply for May 07?

[mikus]

hi everyone. If anyone finds out any safe places with AC and electric generator right near campus please feel free to help.I would like to share housing but also have my own room.

[Biobabe]

Any Cali ppl out there already accepted? i am in the process of applying.. but is it too late to apply for May 07?

From Northern Cali here, as for applying go for it the worst they can do is bump you.

[DC2BMD]

I am in as well...I received the phone call on Friday...I can't wait...I am 28, M, from NJ

[Carlota321]

I know of only two places off hand that have generations adn they are safe house and Dr Grell's apts but I do not know their numbers. I'll try to find out for you

[Carlota321]

I only know of two places that have generators and AC and they are safe house and Dr. Grells apartments. I'll try to find out their numbers for you. Us New Yorkers have to stick together

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

have you guys booked your tickets yet? I've been looking on American airlines website and I've found a pretty decent price of around $750 out of Miami. only problem is that the semester ends on August 17th and there aren't any return flights on the 18th or 19th...earliest i can get is the 20th.

[DC2BMD]

have you guys booked your tickets yet? I've been looking on American airlines website and I've found a pretty decent price of around $750 out of Miami. only problem is that the semester ends on August 17th and there aren't any return flights on the 18th or 19th...earliest i can get is the 20th.


What dates are you looking? I priced my tixx from NJ and its' under $650 and no overnight stay required. Try priceline.com, it's the cheapest site I found yet for air to Dominica...And also Liat airlines has an outbound flight on the 18th to PR...

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

What dates are you looking? I priced my tixx from NJ and its' under $650 and no overnight stay required. Try priceline.com, it's the cheapest site I found yet for air to Dominica...And also Liat airlines has an outbound flight on the 18th to PR...

i looked on another site and i found one thru AA.com for $688 from Miami with no overnights as well...i'm looking to leave on april 23rd to get settled in a week before orientation and registration. As far as leaving the island, i cant find anything for the 18th or 19th of august...the price i quoted above is for a return on the 20th..which sucks but w/e.

I've thought about going from Miami to Antigua or Barbados and then taking Liat to the island and doing the opposite in return. They have dates for returning on the 18th but the luggage weight might be an issue. I guess i'll have to figure something out soon.

[travelgirl]

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[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

According to the AA international reservation dept., all AA flights from Dominica to San Juan are full on Aug 18th and 19th.

yea i just looked up the flight schedules for those days and they are all full

[Dr.BigB]

dont worry dear, that is good in one way that you will have some time to change ur appt or something in that 2-3 days

[Rybread]

well I got my official letter of acceptance from Ross this morning that I have been accepted for May 2007!!! i have been waitlisted for January so there is still that chance but i'm in for May 2007 for sure!!! THIS IS EXCITING!!!

btw i'm 26/m from Miami, FL...anyone else from south florida going???????? hit me up!

There's a whole class of MERP students at 7000 SW 62nd st. five days a week; buffing up for the real deal....and I'm one of them. If things continue to go the way they're going, I'll see you on the island this May. Most of the MERP students live within walking distance.

[Rybread]

Hey look, I'm post-happy.

[islandthrift]

Hey guys, as I'm sure you've read about Island Thrift in our other posts so I will mainly stick to some advice here.

DO NOT SHIP ANY ELECTRONICS. They are subject to a 100% customs tax and if you don't have a receipt they will just make up a number, probably more than you spent on the Island.

Do NOT bring an electric alarm clock that you need to plug in because in the states the electricity does 60 cycles per minute on 110v and here it does 50 cycles per minute on 220v and if you convert it to 110v, it's still 50 cycles which means your clock will run slow. Most people use their cellphones as an alarm or you can bring a battery operated alarm clock.

Bring any and all over the counter and presciption medications you need or may need. You can get a prescription here or find over the counter meds here but they are the european brands not the US and may differ slightly. But things like Aleve and Nyquil are very hard to come by and they're expensive.

Come to the island several days before orientation starts so you can fully take advantage of the free island tours given by Ross.

Try to find housing ahead of time! Your class will be the biggest class yet at Ross so the majority of good housing will be taken long before you get here. Price is a good indication of how nice the apartment is. If it's close and nice, it's expensive. If it's far and eh, it's cheap. There are some nice places further from campus but they are more of a hassle than it's worth. I lived far my first semester and I found it a much bigger inconvenience than I originally thought it would be. I now live 3 minutes walking distance to Ross and I don't have to worry about coordinateing my time with transports or taxis to get to and from campus.

One last piece of advice, try not to fly in on a Saturday or a Sunday because everything shuts down on Sunday. You will nto be able to buy food or electricity on these days. The only things open on Sundays are th Chinese Restaurants and Indian Restaurants. That's it.

If you have any questions about books, classes or life in general at Ross, please free free to e-mail us at info@islandthrift.com.

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

thanks for the advice islandthrift. one thing though, are you saying reserve housing before we get to the island? so far everyone has said wait until you get to the island.

[islandthrift]

I didn't reserve housing prior to coming here and I wished I did. All of my friends who didn't reserve housing ended up wishing they did too even though everyone told us to get housing once we get here. The two or three friends I do have that did reserve housing prior to coming down were much happier because they were in a nice place close to campus rather than in the left overs. You can do what you want but it is easier on you not to go on the housing tour because they scare you into renting the first thing you can grab, even if you don't like it. That is what happened to me.

[adnano2]

When are you people planning to leave for May 07. Anyone from N. California going to the May semester. Wish you all good luck. Thanks

[adnano2]

Hey Dru,

Whats up? May 07? if yes see you down there.

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

Hey Dru,

Whats up? May 07? if yes see you down there.

ummm actually Dru is a mother of a student who goes/went to ross and is a moderator..not a future student.

[Dru]

Actually, yesterday was my kid's last day as a Ross student. We're playing the waiting game watching for residency match results. It's been a short, but interesting journey. I'll continue to moderate the forum to cheer you on and enforce the Terms of Service. Best of luck to all of you.

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

congrats! must be a relief for the both of you huh? good luck w/the match.

[Rybread]

Hi I'm from LA...Anyone else besides me and SoCal82 from Southern Cal???

What's up. I'm coming from N. Hollywood/Burbank. I did my undergrad at Cal Poly, SLO: **, Biological Sciences. I'll be coming out of MERP in Miami. I should be back on the left coast for a little while in April.
--Ry

[adnano2]

Hi,

I got in for May 07. Anyone leaving from California. When and from Where? See you all soon

[xmkim]

I've met tons of great people from all over the US heading down in May. But is there anyone else from Louisiana? I can't be the only one! :woot:

[ADE007]

got accepted for May 07'........ anyone from Miami?

[mjcali]

Hi guys,

Just wanted to know if anyone is thinking of living in RUH ? Have you heard of anything (both good/bad) about it?

Thanks!

[WorldofDocs]

21F indian from New Jersey.

I am also starting in May. I didn't even start filling any of the papers that they sent us such as Health forms, visa forms. Did you guys send your paper work yet or I am the only one? I am too lazy, I keep postponing it.

[adnano2]

Hi,

YOu might wanna hurry before the class fills up. Make sure that you pay your both deposits as soon as possible so you have your seat secured. I think deadline is appraching in early feburary. 22M Pak. See you all soon.

[adnano2]

Hi,

If you are planning to study and cook at your place then better get an appartment. Thanks

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

21F indian from New Jersey.

I am also starting in May. I didn't even start filling any of the papers that they sent us such as Health forms, visa forms. Did you guys send your paper work yet or I am the only one? I am too lazy, I keep postponing it.

nope i'm being lazy too :D ... i haven't started anything yet but i will visit my doc this week...i'm actually more worried about financial aid since i filled my fafsa sometime back on nov or dec and they still havent sent me any info.

[adnano2]

We will recieve financail info packet in mid feburary or early march. Before that you only have to do fafsa, which you have already done. Just let you know, all the medical work will take longer then you think. Good Luck




nope i'm being lazy too :D ... i haven't started anything yet but i will visit my doc this week...i'm actually more worried about financial aid since i filled my fafsa sometime back on nov or dec and they still havent sent me any info.

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

actually the only thing that takes long is one of the hep shots..other than that it should be fine...its like first shot...then second shot after a month and a third after 6 months so its not big deal if i start now...other than that it shouldn't take much longer.

[mjcali]

I just finished my paperwork last monday...or I thought I did, they called me asking for my missing TB clearance forms, they need them together with the imaging reports...so annoying...

I started in December and finished last Monday. Took me a month and a half...I think you guys should get it started as soon as you can...its very tedious and took a lot of days off work...

As for financial Aid, I was asked to go on the Sallie Mae website to do this entrance test on-line which I did...I was told to hold off on the PLUS loan though till I get my Fin Aid Packet in Ferbruary...

[hspivey]

Hello everybody, I will be in the May '07 class as well. I had my physical last week and will have my doctor finalize the visa paperwork this Thursday. Will fill out FAFSA this week and I guess Sally Mae at the same time, but I'm still not sure how much to get a loan for. I know that whatever cash I don't use this term I can hang on to, but I don't want to borrow too much money (or dip too much into savings). If any current students can provide a realistic amount to borrow for the first year (tuition, books, rent, utilities, etc.) I would appreciate it. Since one of our calendar years is actually three semesters, I imagine that a total of $45,000 is realistic. If that is too much (or not enough?) I would appreciate anyone's input that has actually gone through this situation on Dominica. I have checked the Ross website, but I am a bit trepidatious to rely solely on it for costs, because in my experience schools tends to minimize the actual expenses required. By the way, I am currently living in Chicago and will be staying in Phoenix, AZ for the last three weeks before I show up at the island (on April 30). If there is anybody in either area that is interested in getting together (or somebody showing up the same day), just post here and I will contact you! Thanks for any help you can provide!

[DC2BMD]

I have yet to receive my paperwork and my packet. In my acceptance letter, I was told that the May packet was not ready yet and will be mailed out in mid-February. I hope I have enough time to get everything done. Also, what are you guys doing about housing, are you pre-booking or waiting to get over there and then decide. I have been looking in Picard and Portsmouth, Are there any other areas in the surrounding region I should look at. I don't mind walking 10-15 mins to get to school.

Thanks

[Carlota321]

$45,000 for 3 semesters is not realistic. It costs $12000 and change per semester for tuition so for easy math's sake, let's say $13,000. That gives you a total of $39,000 just for tuition. That would leave you just $6,000 for living expences, roughly $2,000 a semester. Depending on where you live, that may not even cover rent for 4 months (1 semester). Depending on how nice of a place you want, how close to campus you want to live, and how many american products you wish to purchase food wise, I would estimate somewhere between $1500 to $2000 a month in living expenses. If you do not wish to dip into your savings, a more realistic amount to borrow per semester would be between $19,000 and $21,000 which would be between $57,000 and $63,000 a year (3 semesters). If after the first semester you didn't use a lot of your money or as much as you thought you would, you can always decline to take out as much the following semester.

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

I have yet to receive my paperwork and my packet. In my acceptance letter, I was told that the May packet was not ready yet and will be mailed out in mid-February. I hope I have enough time to get everything done. Also, what are you guys doing about housing, are you pre-booking or waiting to get over there and then decide. I have been looking in Picard and Portsmouth, Are there any other areas in the surrounding region I should look at. I don't mind walking 10-15 mins to get to school.

Thanks

i had to call to get my packet. i spoke to this one lady who was nice enough to send a january one out to me ASAP...they are the same packets so no big deal. anyhow, as far as housing i'm going to wait until i get there to check out the places. hopefully i can get one soon after i get there so i dont have to stay in RUH for any longer than a night. btw, Portsmouth might be a little far...i think Picard and Glanvilla are closer to campus if you're looking on the housing database.

[adnano2]

Hi to all,

As someone already mentioned, all the medical work will take longer then you think. Make sure you send them the shots record and photo copies of all the tests you get done. Strickly follow the packet, they don't hesitate to call you back. If they ran out of new packets just asked them for the old ones, they are almost exact same except color. Good Luck.

[traumajunkie]

Im in see you all May 07, woooo long road. here we go.:D

[Gchild46]

just to share my experience.. the doc exams and paperwork does take a lot longer than expected... after my initiatial exam i had to wait 2 weeks to get everything back and filled out COMPLETELY.. but now i found out that by the doctors writing on the white paper that i had my hep A and B is not enough... i also have to have them write it on the hospitals letterhead that i received them on that date... so i had to contact my doc again... and currently still waiting for them.. so make sure you guys give yourself enough time to finish everything and for unexpected missing paperwork...

[xmkim]

Hi to all,

As someone already mentioned, all the medical work will take longer then you think. Make sure you send them the shots record and photo copies of all the tests you get done. Strickly follow the packet, they don't hesitate to call you back. If they ran out of new packets just asked them for the old ones, they are almost exact same except color. Good Luck.

It only took me about a week and a half to do all of my health forms. First, I started the series of vaccinations, and got the TB and HIV tests the same day. A rapid HIV test will suffice, so you can get the results on the clinic's letterhead the same day. The longest part of waiting was getting an appt to see my cardiologist, who filled out the forms while I was in his office. I know that some offices make you wait before getting paperwork back, but it should still be do-able in a matter of a couple of weeks.

[Gchild46]

hey xmkim whats the appt for the cardiologist for.. the chest x-ray???

[DC2BMD]

Does anyone know how many students are in the May 07 Class?

[KMB]

Hey everyone.. I'm a twenty-two yr old male from Ontario Canada. I just payed the deposit for the may class and am looking forward (as I'm sure all of you are) to getting my medical career started and to meeting all of you.
After reading all of the posts from people who have done nothing but complain about the Island life, the notion that our starting class being cut into half by the time we hit 5th semester because of people failing out, the "embellished" USMLE 1st time pass rate, and the horrible organization with the clinical department, are any of you worried that you've made the right choice? Perhaps I'm overanalyzing, but reading all of these posts is getting me rather worried....

[xmkim]

hey xmkim whats the appt for the cardiologist for.. the chest x-ray???

Well, I got that taken care of there. But I have to see him once a year for MVP, so I killed two birds with one stone. Plus, he was nice enough to fill out all of my forms right there on the spot.

[Dr.Sat]

Anyobdy who was in Merp and can give me any info about it? I am enrolled to begin Merp in April 2007 but so far I have not gotten any info on it other than paying my deposit? Im wondering what to expect, what I need to do, Housing/books..and so forth-any inof would help pls? Thanks.....

[hspivey]

Thanks Carlota321, not sure how I underestimated the living expenses so drastically, I guess I must have just been accounting for 2 semesters. Ahh, can't wait to start repaying the loans...

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

Anyobdy who was in Merp and can give me any info about it? I am enrolled to begin Merp in April 2007 but so far I have not gotten any info on it other than paying my deposit? Im wondering what to expect, what I need to do, Housing/books..and so forth-any inof would help pls? Thanks.....

click on search, go to advanced search and type in MERP for keyword and on the right hand side choose to search in the Ross forums. there is A LOT of info on MERP if you search.

[traumajunkie]

See you all in may. do any of you know if anyone from Ross has ever done a Residency in emergency medicine or general surgery, Emergency medicine is what Ive alwys wanted to do and I have experience as an ER nurse in a level 1 trauma center so that should help me some and Im looking for a roomate.:p

[bobdole]

Lots of people from Ross have gone into EM. I'm planning on doing so myself -- and it looks like you and I will be carrying the torch for the EM club on the island now. Be interesting to see what kinds of things they get to do now. :)

[travelgirl]

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[Dr.Sat]

Hey thanks drjekyll95 (http://drjekyll95), Im new to this forum thats why I couldnt find it...thanks for your help

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

Hey thanks drjekyll95 (http://drjekyll95), Im new to this forum thats why I couldnt find it...thanks for your help

don't mention it... saves A LOT of trouble for asking and waiting for responses when so much stuff has been said about so many topics...and it saves you from being flamed for not seaching :mrgreen: good luck!

btw, anyone else starting in May looking into buying a tablet pc? i've read on this forum and on someone's blog that Ross is recommending tablets starting Sept 07.

[KWorks]

Hi Guys! I have also been accepted to the May class. I wish I knew about this website sooner. Is anybody looking for a roommate?:rolleyes:

[KWorks]

Is there anyone else from Atlanta?

[Bea1]

Has anyone from Northern California been accepted to the MAY 2007?

[adnano2]

Has anyone from Northern California been accepted to the MAY 2007?
I am from Northern CA too, hope to see you there. Good Luck

[Bea1]

Thanks! good luck to you too and see you there!!!!

[KMB]

Any Canadians going down this may?

[ekimsurfer]

Just walked through the door, opened the letter and read the first line. I'm in for May. I hope the medical profession is ready for me because it's it's on like donkey kong.:rock: :toast:

[jsoon]

wow i just found out about this website....gosh after reading this thread i am getting a little nervous. I have not received my welcome packet or start my health clearance yet. I am so behind! Did anyone already plan his/her housing, get his/her books, and start packing?? I am from socal btw...if anyone else is also from socal please reply....thanks.

[Nikki06]

Anyone for may 07 receive the welcome packet yet?? :confused:

[Tani84]

I got into the May Class as well :) I will see everyone there soon!

[ripgrltm]

Hey im from HB/Irvine . i got accepted today to ross..anyone still waiting for acceptance for sgu august 2007?

[Water]

Anyone for may 07 receive the welcome packet yet?? :confused:
I have not received the welcome packet yet; however, I already completed my medical forms and most of the requirements. If you have not received it yet, you should go to the Ross Unofficial website on this Forum to print out the forms. There has not been any changes to the packet content except for the dates. I'll see you all there. I am looking forward to see a lot of people studying for a change instead of me alone.:D

[ekimsurfer]

I have not received the welcome packet yet; however, I already completed my medical forms and most of the requirements. If you have not received it yet, you should go to the Ross Unofficial website on this Forum to print out the forms. There has not been any changes to the packet content except for the dates. I'll see you all there. I am looking forward to see a lot of people studying for a change instead of me alone.:D

Not true, I spoke with my interviewer from Ross yesterday and told me that there were going to be several significant changes to the welcome packet starting with the May 07 class, but to just sit tight as everything will be in. He said you can start working on getting the shots, passport photos, passport, X-ray, HIV test, and $40 application fee, but nothing can be filled out. I specifically asked him about the welcome packet on this forum and he said it was outdated. So before you go and have a bunch of doctors sign stuff, I would wait and just get all the other stuff you can get done first.

[Water]

For those who have not arranged to get your hepatitis shots, x-ray, hiv test, etc. perhaps you should look into arranging to have those done to speed up the process.
About the accuracy of my information: I was on the waiting list for the January class; therefore, I have been talking with an admission coordinator since last year. The information that I received is from her (Nor..) not from my interviewer. This information is valid as of last Friday. She was very nice and even offered to send me a packet from last semester via FedEx. Her only concern was that the dates are not accurate. Good luck!:roll:

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

Dr. C and this lady who i asked to send me a packet told me there isn't going to be any changes. There aren't any dates written on anything important so dates are irrelevant...don't sweat it. I got the one from last semester b/c i asked her to send it to me since i wanted to get this all done with ASAP...and no she wasn't my interviewer..she is an admissions advisor or something of that sort in the NJ office. Just get all the shots, x-rays, police report, etc., started. For some it took longer than others but i got my shots, xray and physical all done in one day at a clinic...took a while to get all of it done but got it all in one shot. Took about a week to get results from xray report and blood report and i'm good to go. dont stress it too much its not as bad as it seems. the most annoying part is for the doc to fill out the same form 3 times.

for those who got all the immunizations, did you guys get typhoid vaccine?

[jconlyway]

got the call friday morning, had my interview 9 days ago. i had told them i needed to know asap bc of a house to sell and other schools.

very excited, but have gone from anxious to stressed w/in the 5 min phone call.

thanks for helping everyone.
now, where am i going to live? thats another thread, i know...

good blessings
j

[travelgirl]

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[Tani84]

Howdy! I'm also from Houston, Texas...It's good to know that I'm not the only one! What part of Houston are you from?

[pluginchugin]

I have been accepted to ross this May, but i have decided not to take it, what should i do? should i call and say no?

[DOCplucinski]

I have been accepted to ross this May, but i have decided not to take it, what should i do? should i call and say no?

if you hate school then i would say med school isn't for you

[travelgirl]

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[MedSci22]

Hey I just got an offer for Sept and May.... I have to decide asap which one to take!! I don't finish my degree here (I go to the University of Western Ontario) until the end of april... anyone have any suggestions/advice?? Also... message me - I'd love to meet people who are going down - cheers!

[travelgirl]

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[islandthrift]

It really depends. Are you going to be ready to leave your friends and family so soon after graduation? Do you need a break before you start learning and studying more than you every have in your life? You do not want to start the semester burnt out. Also, keep in mind that you will not have any breaks more than 3 weeks long for the next couple of years (depending on how you schedule your rotations). On the other hand, if you start sooner, you finish sooner. Keep those points in mind when deciding. Good Luck!

[HeyNow]

Just got the word today that I was accepted for the May class. Looking forward to meeting you all in a few weeks.

Is there any kind of NJ/NYC meetup planned?

[lilvish]

Just got the call about the acceptance. :D Looking forward to figuring out how to get down there and meeting everyone! Good Luck to those still waiting to hear! :)

[paluka]

:) Just found out that I got accepted for May'07 class.I am currently just jumping up and down and all around. Anyone from Wisconsin going to the island ? . :p

[travelgirl]

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[liddlelulu]

Hi, got in May 07~ Originally from Bakersfield, CA, but flying out from Atlanta, GA... anyone around these parts?

I found out that RUH has one kitchen per building of 30 units.. ouch! People have posted other living arrangements, apts, etc., but how do we contact these different complexes to secure housing?

-Lulua

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

Hi, got in May 07~ Originally from Bakersfield, CA, but flying out from Atlanta, GA... anyone around these parts?

I found out that RUH has one kitchen per building of 30 units.. ouch! People have posted other living arrangements, apts, etc., but how do we contact these different complexes to secure housing?

-Lulua

go to Medical School / Ross University School of Medicine (http://www.rossmed.edu.dm)
on the left side click housing and there should be the housing office's phone number. call them and ask them for contact info for whichever place you are interested in. Also, check out the database.

[travelgirl]

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[WorldofDocs]

does anyone know when is the last day to send out the health forms? I am almost done with it. It does takes longer than I thought.
see you all in May

[glorytome]

hey guys...i applied for May and my interview is in 2 days...do i still have a chance of getting in for May...when u guys went for ur interviews...did they tell u how many seats they have available...thanx

[DC2BMD]

Congrats!

There is one person (Kworks) from Atlanta. See the link below:
http://www.valuemd.com/ross-university-school-medicine/121956-may-2007-accepted-thread-16.html

I'll be in Atlanta, GA first week of April. Anything fun to do in Atlanta?

You can go to Buckhead...Lots of cool bars and nightlife; Great shopping in Lennox Square and Phipps Plaza Malls. If it's nice weather, you can go to piedmont park.

[DC2BMD]

My health forms are still not in yet as well..Still waiting for my blood tests and reports. I think there are alot of us in the same boat who haven't sent in the paperwork yet. I still have yet to book my plane ticket, finalize on an apt...

[liddlelulu]

Same here, I've got my Doc working on the paperwork, Ishould be able to pick it up soon. Just got the chest xray taken care of tday, and I'll be picking up the papers tomorrow. SO< hopefully, I'll be able to send in the stuff, quite soon, if all goes well.

My doctor actually has a ton of carib med students doing their rotations in her office, so everytime I go to the doctors, we all have a little party in the examination room. It's kind of cool.

[DC2BMD]

Hey, I just wanted to know if you guys are paying for any of the vaccines. My doctor charged me $100 for Hep A, and I will have to see if I need the Hep B series. how much are you paying? Thanks

[*Mags*]

1. Any vacs other than Heps recommended?
2. When are you all arriving on the Island for May semester? One week before start of semester or two?
3. Have you secured housing already ... And,

4. Welcome to the Canuck from Alberta! :toast:

[MedSci22]

heyy... I'm heading down in May also - look forward to meeting everyone.

I'm also from Canada! Ontario though...

I'm heading to the island April 29th - and I've secured housing already since I hear that is late to fly down. I have exams so i can not make it earlier. I think I will check out the housing tour still to see what else is available!

I already have my hep shot's... but i'm going to the doc to get my paperwork filled out friday - I'll ask what else he suggests.

Cheers :)

:)

[liddlelulu]

I plan on sending the deposit in soon (this week) for housing.

Do you guys know when the financial aid is "disbursed?"

[liddlelulu]

I'll be arriving around April 25th, too.

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

DC2BMD: the clinic where i got my shots, the hep series cost about that much. my 1 month hep B shot i got at the county health department and it was $70. Check out your local county or city, whatever you have, health departments as they are cheaper there. check out this post by docdad
http://www.valuemd.com/ross-university-school-medicine/130169-overwhelmed-what-do-next.html#post566418

Mags: the only other shots that are required are tetanus/diptheria shot and make sure you have all the MMR done. If you've never gotten PPD get that done and i've heard and read on this forum that typhoid is recommended, not required though...i'm going to go get that one soon though just to be safe.

btw, i'm arriving on april 23rd so if anyone else is going on the same day hit me up. i won't have any overnights though (i hope).

[mjcali]

Hi,

If interested in meeting other May 07 students from Southern California join us at the Yardhouse is Paseo Colorado,P****ena on Sunday, March 18 at 12 noon. PM or e-mail me for directions. Thanks!

[mjcali]

Hi,

If interested in meeting other May 07 students from Southern California join us at the Yardhouse in Paseo Colorado,P****ena on Sunday, March 18 at 12 noon. PM or e-mail me for directions. Thanks!

[jconlyway]

Where can we get some ross univ. shirts, so that we can recognize each other at the airport? My wife and kids will be heading down with me on the 23/24th.:roll: That should be fun.:shock: we'll make it fun.:D :D

pm me if youre leaving out of a texas airport on the 23rd.

[adnano2]

Anyone leaving from N. California around 23 or 24 of april?

[Dru]

When my kid started, Ross mailed cool plastic luggage tags. It was kind of nice standing in San Juan airport, cuz you could pick them out readily.

[travelgirl]

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[Gchild46]

hey guys im arriving in dominica on the 23rd as well... i have the 1245pm flight from PR to dominica ... anyone else???

[travelgirl]

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[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

I have AA out of PR at 12:45. if you guys are on AA as well, lets hit each other up and maybe we can meet up in PR. let me know.

[chriscam8]

I have AA out of PR at 12:45. if you guys are on AA as well, lets hit each other up and maybe we can meet up in PR. let me know.


Dr Jekyll,

you are from miami right? I interviewed yesterday for may and they said I would get a call next week.......I live in south beach

[WorldofDocs]

It just me or any of you guys also had travel getting the letter of good conduct? I went the local police department, when I asked the officer for the letter of good conduct, he had no clue and sent me to reporting department. The lady that was there made photocopies of my ss# and license and next day called me that they don't write the letter of good conduct for people going outside of United States. This didn't make any sense? I called ross and they said it was odd so they told me to go to county police department and I went there and they said they don't write that either and I should go to local police department again. I didn't go to police department because they had no clue what I was talking about. so, I called them and they transferring me and I finally get the answer which was to go to state police headquarter so I went there. The lady told me to that I have to go to my local police department and get the fingerprint on the state applicant card then mail that to state police headquarter with $30 money order and address where I want to send.


Anyways, it drove me crazy. Why can't Ross tell us to go to our state police headquarter, instead of driving us crazy. In the police department they have no clue.

Do you guys also had this problem? or it just me?

[travelgirl]

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[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

It just me or any of you guys also had travel getting the letter of good conduct? I went the local police department, when I asked the officer for the letter of good conduct, he had no clue and sent me to reporting department. The lady that was there made photocopies of my ss# and license and next day called me that they don't write the letter of good conduct for people going outside of United States. This didn't make any sense? I called ross and they said it was odd so they told me to go to county police department and I went there and they said they don't write that either and I should go to local police department again. I didn't go to police department because they had no clue what I was talking about. so, I called them and they transferring me and I finally get the answer which was to go to state police headquarter so I went there. The lady told me to that I have to go to my local police department and get the fingerprint on the state applicant card then mail that to state police headquarter with $30 money order and address where I want to send.


Anyways, it drove me crazy. Why can't Ross tell us to go to our state police headquarter, instead of driving us crazy. In the police department they have no clue.

Do you guys also had this problem? or it just me?

wow that much of a headache for a police report? all the letter of good conduct is, is a simple police report. I did mine at my local police dept and it cost $5. just go to the police dept and ask for police report. all they did to mine was check my license and ss# in the records and it said no record, they put a check mark next to the appropriate box, signed and stamped it and off i went.

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

Dr Jekyll,

you are from miami right? I interviewed yesterday for may and they said I would get a call next week.......I live in south beach

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[travelgirl]

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[adnano2]

Anyone leaving from N. Californai? How much was the ticket and for when? Thanks

[liddlelulu]

Same here. Actually mine wasn't even that bad. I just called my local police department, found out who I would need to talk to, they transferred me to the ID department. They said I would need a form of ID and $10.

When I went they had me fill out a consent form and took my license and within 10 minutes I was holding the "background check" --which is essentially what the letter of good conduct is .

I called up Ross at NJ immediately after I received the documentation to confirm that that was all I need, and he mentioned that some police stations require fingerprints, some do not, but Ross does not require the prints, only the document of the background check.

So, I should be set.

[liddlelulu]

P.S. Travelgirl, I'll be attending Ross. So, if you're coming down to ATL, give me a buzz.

[travelgirl]

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[liddlelulu]

Have any of you applied for scholarships through Fastweb or any other scholarship directory?

[glorytome]

Hey guys, just wanted to ask how long it would take for loans to get approved. I know it depends on the person, but if I can get an average time. Thanks alot.

[travelgirl]

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[NinjaD]

I keep hearing about student who received Ross ID tags and such last year from Ross, has anyone for May 07 received those yet?
Also, anyone know if they have Ross t shirts or sweaters or anything in the bookstore?

[islandthrift]

You get your picture taken for you ID at registration and then you pick up your ID a few days later. The book store does sell a few Ross items, too.

[glorytome]

hey guys...how long did it take for ur answer to come after ur interview...cuz i had my interview like 12 days ago...and i applied for may...and they haven't got back to yet...i need to know if im in so i can start doing the paperwork...btw how long does the visa paperwork...cuz thats the only thing that would take long...my loan status has already been pre-approved so i guess getting a loan would not take longer than a few days...the health forms i can get done in like a day...please advise

[islandthrift]

Believe it or not, the health forms will take longer than a day. You may want to check with your doctor and see which shots they have available and suggestions of where to go for the ones they do not. Also ask for where you should go to get your chest x-ray done.

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

hey guys...how long did it take for ur answer to come after ur interview...cuz i had my interview like 12 days ago...and i applied for may...and they haven't got back to yet...i need to know if im in so i can start doing the paperwork...btw how long does the visa paperwork...cuz thats the only thing that would take long...my loan status has already been pre-approved so i guess getting a loan would not take longer than a few days...the health forms i can get done in like a day...please advise

well the visa paperwork is basically the white, yellow and blue forms. it's really no big deal. it might take a day...might take longer...it all depends. mine took a day because i went to a clinic where i got my immunizations, chest xray and physical done in one shot. i just had to go back a few days later for the blood work info and chest xray report. make sure you get everything signed and stamped also.

[chriscam8]

whats up everyone, just wanted to say I got accepted for may and I'm about 90% sure I will be attending!!

[monsoon338]

Got accepted to the May class and will be going for sure!

I'm originally from Oklahoma but spent the past 3 or 4 years living in Houston, TX. Anyways, see ya'll there!

[Tulipgoddess]

Hey gals, I'll be going there in May also! Anyone from San Diego, CA? PM me anytime ! I'm looking forward to meet you all! Has anyone got your housing set up yet? I'm planning to get an appartment for myself but i'm looking forward to meet some gals to share the appartment with. Me: Asian female, 26 and loves food and cooking, although I don't think I'll be cooking anytime starting from May. So let me know! Hope to hear from any of you gals soon!

[travelgirl]

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[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

wow how did u get into avie's ville luxury? i asked them and they said they were booked!

[travelgirl]

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[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

ohh ok. Yea i did the same at this one place and it worked out nicely but now i'm going to have to be on the island for an extra week.

[traumajunkie]

Guys I dont Know if Ill be going to ross with you guys or not because today I just got two acceptance letters from Northwestern University Fienberg School of Medicine and Rosalind Franklin School of Medicine (the Chicago school of medicine) and I got into both woooooooo-hooooooooo
All the hard work payed off.:) :) :) :) :)
What would any of you do?:confused:

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

Guys I dont Know if Ill be going to ross with you guys or not because today I just got two acceptance letters from Northwestern University Fienberg School of Medicine and Rosalind Franklin School of Medicine (the Chicago school of medicine) and I got into both woooooooo-hooooooooo
All the hard work payed off.:) :) :) :) :)
What would any of you do?:confused:

nevermind....

[traumajunkie]

Anyone else have an opinion besides nevermind:roll:

[Carlota321]

An opinion about what? You just told everyone you got into 2 US schools. What are we supposed to be having an opinion about?

[Shadowstar]

what would any of you do?:confused:

Congrats on your acceptance.

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

i'm sure you pretty much made anyone reading this thread feel like crap.

[Carlota321]

I agree with you on that one

[Shadowstar]

I don't feel like crap. Why should I? He got into US med schools so what...? Good for him. If I got in I'd be happy as heck too. If he were to flame on caribbean med schools and Ross in particular, then I'd be mad...but he didn't. I'd say his post was pretty neutral. I'm not the type of person to get pissed by seeing people more fortunate than myself.

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

I don't feel like crap. Why should I? He got into US med schools so what...? Good for him. If I got in I'd be happy as heck too. If he were to flame on caribbean med schools and Ross in particular, then I'd be mad...but he didn't. I'd say his post was pretty neutral. I'm not the type of person to get pissed by seeing people more fortunate than myself.

did u even read the post??????? the person is actually asking to whether or not they should choose between an american M.D. school or a caribbean school! not a D.O. vs Caribbean but a US MD vs Caribbean MD! ARE YOU KIDDING ME?!?!?! congrats for the acceptance but i can't believe someone would ask a question like that.

[stephew]

folks you all agreed to terms of use. if you find a post objectionable you may report it, you may NOT violate terms of service in respocne. please keep this in mind.

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

folks you all agreed to terms of use. if you find a post objectionable you may report it, you may NOT violate Terms of Service (http://www.valuemd.com/disclaimer.php) in respocne. please keep this in mind.

is lack of common sense a violation of TOS? i'm guessing if it was this board would have a lot less flaming ;)

[Shadowstar]

So what if he's asking that? The way I see it he's just excited and wanted to post to show off a little...no harm in that. Its our viewpoints that differ here thats the thing. I did give thought to his post and I do not believe that he meant any *harm* by it. I believe you are reading too much into the post...the moment you saw the phrase "got accepted to Chicago College of Medicine" something inside of you snapped. Don't be so prone when you see US med students posting about their school and such.

And yes I'm fully aware there are jerks out there who love to flame and put down Caribbean students, I've seen them. Their line of conversation is more along the following: "Carbbean students have no chance at passing the USMLE" or "Caribbean students don't even compare to US students" etc. His post didn't say any of those things did it?

You may say I'm lacking common sense, but at least I have the common sense not to get jealous and blow up when I see someone getting into a U.S. school.

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

So what if he's asking that? The way I see it he's just excited and wanted to post to show off a little...no harm in that. Its our viewpoints that differ here thats the thing. I did give thought to his post and I do not believe that he meant any *harm* by it. I believe you are reading too much into the post...the moment you saw the phrase "got accepted to Chicago College of Medicine" something inside of you snapped. Don't be so prone when you see US med students posting about their school and such.

And yes I'm fully aware there are jerks out there who love to flame and put down Caribbean students, I've seen them. Their line of conversation is more along the following: "Carbbean students have no chance at passing the USMLE" or "Caribbean students don't even compare to US students" etc. His post didn't say any of those things did it?

You may say I'm lacking common sense, but at least I have the common sense not to get jealous and blow up when I see someone getting into a U.S. school.

are you getting my point? do you not realize the benefits of going to a US school? even if a person wants to do FP before they start med school, they can easily change their minds and being in a US school will allow you those opportunities not available to students from the caribbean. Am i jealous? who isn't? but don't you see why i'm curious as to WHY this person would ask which to choose? its beccause they have an opportunity i don't and they should go to one of the US schools they were accepted to...so would a person who is jealous and wants nothing but the worst for someone say that? NO! I am telling trauma to go to a US school and forget Ross. Don't deal with the headaches I, and many others, will deal with and learn from all the previous students who have dealt with them. I was not putting trauma down either so if that's how i came off i apologize..its just mind boggling that someone would have a hard time deciding between a US MD and a Caribbean MD. Also, i have nothing against someone posting that they were accepted to a US school...it IS a matter of celebration and i'm happy all that hard work paid off! :D

as for the jerks who put caribbean students down...the hell with them. I will be a caribbean grad and i can care less. i'm just excited to start this next chapter in my life. If there is a stigma, then so be it...i have no choice and nor do i care at this point in my life.

lastly, that common sense thing wasn't towards you shadow :D...it was just a general statement for a lot of posts on valuemd i've read in the time i've been around...ok now lets end this and get back to may 2007!! ALMOST A MONTH TILL CLASSES START!!!

[traumajunkie]

I wasnt putting any carribean med student down in fact I praise them. I was just kind of confused seeing as how Ross was nice enough to offer me admissions before any of the US schools. The only reason I got into those schools is because Ive been on there waitlists forever so I was just saying I know it gives me oppourunities to go to the us schools but Ross accepted me first and its prett cra**y of the american schools to accept me now when I had planned on going to Ross and had everything in order now I have to change everything around its just annoying.:mad:

[traumajunkie]

Guys I had just planned on going to Ross they accepted me first and I was looking forward to meeting all of you. By no means was I putting any carribean med student down or trying to make any of you feel like cr*p. I just thought it was pretty rediculuos that Ross accepted me first then the american schools decided to admit me now I have to change all my plans at the last minute without any notice thats all. And I consider all of you my collegues no matter where you went to school if I have something I cant handle and where all friends Im more likely to refer a patient to one of you then to someone from an american med school I dont know anything about. Dont be mad because I swear on my mother I was not trying to make any of you feel bad. thats all. Good Luck everyone maybe we'll all be docs someday.:D

[liqu0rleadstocha0s]

Guys I had just planned on going to Ross they accepted me first and I was looking forward to meeting all of you. By no means was I putting any carribean med student down or trying to make any of you feel like cr*p. I just thought it was pretty rediculuos that Ross accepted me first then the american schools decided to admit me now I have to change all my plans at the last minute without any notice thats all. And I consider all of you my collegues no matter where you went to school if I have something I cant handle and where all friends Im more likely to refer a patient to one of you then to someone from an american med school I dont know anything about. Dont be mad because I swear on my mother I was not trying to make any of you feel bad. thats all. Good Luck everyone maybe we'll all be docs someday.:D

relax...have a drink...change ur plans and go to a US school. change the location of the ticket and take a nice little vacation and enjoy ur time before u start a US school. good luck ;)

[*Mags*]

They've started meeting and greeting... great idea. Anyone care and/or interested to exchange names/countries ... ;)