January 2009

[hopefulmd123]

Good news! I am in! All I need to do now is pass my classes for this quarter. If you're in for Jan 2009, post here!

[FOID]

congrats. welcome to the auc family

[Scott1981]

creating a sticky. congrats and welcome to auc.

[missMDinthecity]

:)I hope to see you in class in the new year! Yea! Congrats!!!!

[jbyaly]

hey, what do you mean you are already in without passing your classes for the quarter?

[kemper6036]

conditional acceptance more than likely......welcome and congrats

[Arkie]

wow jan 2007 doesn't seem like that long ago

[l2000]

Hi Hopefulmd123,

Congrats on getting in! I am applying and have some questions for you.

1. When did you apply?
2. Was your first choice Jan09'?

I am wondering if it is still sensible to apply for sept08' round seeing that Jan09' is already filling up. Maybe I will see you in Jan09!

Thanks!

[angermngment]

ill answer for you:

Yes, it is still sensible to apply for Sept 2008. From what I hear, if the class is full, they will defer you to Jan 09 anyway, so you might as well try!

[simple320]

ill answer for you:

Yes, it is still sensible to apply for Sept 2008. From what I hear, if the class is full, they will defer you to Jan 09 anyway, so you might as well try!

i'm taking the mcat in 1st week of august but i will have everything in by the end of this month..should i still check the september box even though my application will be completed in august?

[lsmith55uf]

You can try for September, but that's cutting it close. If you get everything in and don't make it in time for the Fall class, they'll just roll you over into the January class.

[dave is cool]

Got rejected from AUC. Very discouraging. I was hoping to get in for January, but I guess not.

[sweetjo]

Well I am applying for Jan 09. My MCAT exam is the 7th august, hope I get through for Jan 09.

[hopefulmd123]

I sent in my application information in early April and didn't get all of my documents (letters of recommendation) in until mid May. Upon receipt of all of my documents, I waited three weeks until I got notice that I was accepted. January 09 was my first choice because I felt I would have a better chance with more spots open plus I wanted some time off from school to travel, work, enjoy life. I feel that applying to the September class might make it very difficult now as I have read that the class has been filling up. Best of luck!

[FOID]

Got rejected from AUC. Very discouraging. I was hoping to get in for January, but I guess not.

i'm sorry to hear that. i remember your stats were like 2.9 and 25 and you didn't retake some of those classes with Ds and Fs. did the admission committee say anything you can do to improve your chances of admission?

[bumpkin]

Got rejected from AUC. Very discouraging. I was hoping to get in for January, but I guess not.

Sorry to hear that as well. As flick said, it's important to find out what the adcom thinks you should do to improve your apps and so that you're sure that you've learned from the past. Consider applying for the semester starting in May of the same year-don't they have the same match year? I know it's not the same as Jan but at least you won't be delayed.

Lastly, don't get discouraged. If this is want you want, remain persistent and work on ways to improve your app. Consider applying to some other schools as well (big 4 first of course, then other schools depending on how you feel about liscensing issues) but depending on what the adcom says, you might have a good shot at May. Find out and good luck!

[dw9211]

I am also accepted and plan to attend in January. Sent in my check, but it has been a month and I haven't heard anything back from them yet.

[dave is cool]

The problem with my application wasn't the overall GPA or MCAT, but the science GPA. If only I knew how to study in undergrad. like I do now, I wouldn't be in this situation!

Spoke to someone by the name of Cathy at AUC, she was very polite and helpful. She recommended that I take some upper-level bio courses this Fall at a local University, and if I were to do well (which I will!), then it could help increase my chances of getting in. I don't know how much 9 or 10 credits will increase my GPA considering I graduated with 130 credits, but I hope that the difficulty of the courses and good grades in them would show AUC that I can succeed and am willing to put in the time and work to do well.

Do you all recommend that I also speak to the admissions director about what I can do to better my chances for January or May 2009?

[Jon-Monkey]

"Spoke to someone by the name of ***** at AUC, she was very polite and helpful. She recommended that I take some upper-level bio courses this Fall at a local University, and if I were to do well (which I will!), then it could help increase my chances of getting in. I don't know how much 9 or 10 credits will increase my GPA considering I graduated with 130 credits"

With 130 hours 9-10 credits will do nothing for the most part for your GPA or even science GPA. What is important is that you take enough difficult science classes that you show them that you can handle a medical school course load. I would try to take 12 hours and maybe make one of the four classes and easier science course disguised as a difficult upper level. Good luck...

[slevit1]

Or take 17 or 18, like we do ;) Also, edit that name out of your post!

[slevit1]

i'm taking the mcat in 1st week of august but i will have everything in by the end of this month..should i still check the september box even though my application will be completed in august?
No, you'll be too late. Check January.

[pinkchanel]

if my mcat scores will be probably sent in oct is that too late for jan 2009?
Also which is better AUC or Ross?
Thanks!

[lsmith55uf]

As far as AUC vs Ross, this has been discussed to death.
AUC is better. ;)

As far as Oct being to late, you'll be fine for Jan.

[pinkchanel]

I was worried when i found out AUC doesnt require MCAT... is this true?
I thought the schools that do require mcat were better??

[lsmith55uf]

AUC definitely requires the MCAT. It's one of the big 3.

[pinkchanel]

oh okay... i was misinformed.... what is the least mcat i need with a 3.0 cum and 2.8 science?

[kemper6036]

yes you were.....try to get the best score possible. this "i'm going to shoot for a score of blank" isn't really valid.

however i would imagine that you would need an mcat of 26+ but i would feel better above that if i were you

[pinkchanel]

Yeah i know.. im just trying to get an idea of which score i need to apply... if i get lower than a certain score i would prob shouldnt even apply before i retake the mcat..... so are there a lot hospitals affiliated with AUC for rotations?

[Nelphus]

Yeah i know.. im just trying to get an idea of which score i need to apply... if i get lower than a certain score i would prob shouldnt even apply before i retake the mcat..... so are there a lot hospitals affiliated with AUC for rotations?

If you are interested in medicine and you are preparing to attend medical school in the carib, than it is a good idea to start enjoying the practice of independent research and acquiring information on your own :) American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine (http://www.aucmed.edu) was just recently re-done and hosts a wealth of information that should answer most of your questions. All other answers can be found through searching these forums.... if you STILL have questions than I'm sure the forum members will be happy to answer them!!! good luck w/ the mcat

and yes - there are a lot of hospitals where you can rotate with AUC

[kemper6036]

If you are interested in medicine and you are preparing to attend medical school in the carib, than it is a good idea to start enjoying the practice of independent research and acquiring information on your own :) American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine (http://www.aucmed.edu) was just recently re-done and hosts a wealth of information that should answer most of your questions. All other answers can be found through searching these forums.... if you STILL have questions than I'm sure the forum members will be happy to answer them!!! good luck w/ the mcat

and yes - there are a lot of hospitals where you can rotate with AUC

amen to that

[maxelruiz5]

Hi guys, I have been reading a lot about a AUC and it is on my first choices this year. I am planning to apply this December for May 2009.
But I have to admitted, I have so much hopes to get in. What would be a "good candidate" for the admissions committee. I have read that many people have applied with 2.9 and 2.8 gpas and don't get in. I have a graduate (Masters in Biology 42hrs) gpa of 3.6, but my undergrad gpa is of 2.1. I will be graduating this May 2009 as well and I am taking the MCAT this August. It has been hard because I work +40 hours at week (support family) and take at least 6-9 hours every semester.
Please some input will be appreciated.
Thanks.

[Zanarkand10z]

Hey, I'm guy from NYC and got accepted to AUC for jan/o9, I'm just wondering if there is any one also from NYC, maybe we can meet and hangout before school starts, It would be nice to know someone before going to somewhere u never been to. Ok

[ScottsdaleIndian]

I asked my admissions advisor yesterday if there were still spots open in the September class and she said there definately was, so she was like "Okay no problem I'll change your app to September instead of January as I had marked on my app. Do you guys think there actually Are spots, or are they just saying that? I was thinking maybe because I mentioned I got into Ross for January, that she just didn't want me to dump AUC. . .yet.

[Phrozen]

I asked my admissions advisor yesterday if there were still spots open in the September class and she said there definately was, so she was like "Okay no problem I'll change your app to September instead of January as I had marked on my app. Do you guys think there actually Are spots, or are they just saying that? I was thinking maybe because I mentioned I got into Ross for January, that she just didn't want me to dump AUC. . .yet.

I just got accepted for Sept 2008 at AUC. But I think I'm going to go to SGU in January 2009... not 100% sure yet.

[lsmith55uf]

There are still spots open for fall. Submit your app. If you get in, and by some chance it has filled up by then, you'll get rolled over into the Jan class. You should be fine though.

And my 2 cents, I would (and did) pick AUC over Ross and even (gasp!) SGU. The island is far superior, the classes are smaller, and I got an overall better impression from the school on all fronts.

Hey, if SGU has cheerleaders on here, AUC needs some too...

[Lemacfar]

There are still spots open for fall. Submit your app. If you get in, and by some chance it has filled up by then, you'll get rolled over into the Jan class. You should be fine though.

And my 2 cents, I would (and did) pick AUC over Ross and even (gasp!) SGU. The island is far superior, the classes are smaller, and I got an overall better impression from the school on all fronts.

Hey, if SGU has cheerleaders on here, AUC needs some too...

I agree with Lsmith, St. Martin is a really nice island ... I thought it was more american than St. Thomas which is technically American

[Biscuit25]

Uh yeah, about that whole thing regarding whether or not AUC was lying about September seats being available, I was also told that there were open seats. SGU I think just stole my money cuz they (3 different people) told me the fall class was full before I applied, but then I got an email on a Thursday saying my app was going to be reviewed, and then received a letter dated the next monday saying I didn't get in. I'm not so upset about not getting in, but the whole process seemed shady.

[Skittles23]

I also got a shady vibe from SGU, the students, their so called "admissions counselors" kept calling constantly telling me how great the school was; they even talked to my mom, untill I finally called them and paid the application fee, and no one has called since then. When I did finally pay it the lady on the other line said, "okay that was all I wanted." The whole process was a huge turnoff. Even though people who went there and they are doing great, in very good residency programs. I know the same of people from AUC, it's all a personal decision, based on personal experiences, preferences, but no one better than the other in the end.

[Nelphus]

( EDIT ) Scratch that - may08 thread was deleted!!! has it been THAT long! haha

[King of Abuja]

Due to family emergency i went home for a weak and now i am failing biochem at Ross and the dean told me that i have to repeat the entire semester if i want stay at ross. can somebody please give an advise on what i should do. Thank you

[dragisic]

Hey everyone!

So today around 12 oclock I got the call... I'M IN!!! I was overly excited, I was expecting to have to go through an interview, but that obviously didnt happen. I guess they liked me?

Right now, Im struggle over the decision that has been discussed for ages.. Ross or AUC... and the more I read about the experience that AUC students have been having the more I'm inclined to go there. AUC seems like a great school, the smaller classroom sizes are great. I should note that this is a huge factor for me because I am Canadian, and I did my undergrad at the University of Toronto, where my first year physic class only had a mere 1200 students in it... Lets just say, Im tired of being a number. Anyway, on top of the great class size, I like the cost as well. At ~10K per semester the school is the cheapest of the big three. I also got accepted in SGU, but due to past experiences with them (they're unbelievably arrogant) I've elected to dismiss them all together. So yea, I think I've made up my mind... AUC all the way. Can't wait to see you all!

Cheers

Nik

[indian]

guys i had a question. i got into ross jan 2009. my stats are 3.33 and 25p mcat with mediocre ec's do i have a shot at auc. i have been hearing that auc is much better than ross with regards to the living conditions. What i want to know is which school offers you a better chance to get into surgery residencies and is it true tat ross is losing clinical sites that AUC is acquiring.

[Nelphus]

guys i had a question. i got into ross jan 2009. my stats are 3.33 and 25p mcat with mediocre ec's do i have a shot at auc. i have been hearing that auc is much better than ross with regards to the living conditions. What i want to know is which school offers you a better chance to get into surgery residencies and is it true tat ross is losing clinical sites that AUC is acquiring.

From any of the big 3 - surgery residency will be tough but ultimately dependent upon your Step and clinical rec's, interview etc.... Go where you will be most comfortable and able to perform at best.

[Nelphus]

Hey everyone!

So today around 12 oclock I got the call... I'M IN!!! I was overly excited, I was expecting to have to go through an interview, but that obviously didnt happen. I guess they liked me?

Right now, Im struggle over the decision that has been discussed for ages.. Ross or AUC... and the more I read about the experience that AUC students have been having the more I'm inclined to go there. AUC seems like a great school, the smaller classroom sizes are great. I should note that this is a huge factor for me because I am Canadian, and I did my undergrad at the University of Toronto, where my first year physic class only had a mere 1200 students in it... Lets just say, Im tired of being a number. Anyway, on top of the great class size, I like the cost as well. At ~10K per semester the school is the cheapest of the big three. I also got accepted in SGU, but due to past experiences with them (they're unbelievably arrogant) I've elected to dismiss them all together. So yea, I think I've made up my mind... AUC all the way. Can't wait to see you all!

Cheers

Nik

Congratulations Nik, I'm sure you will sleep well now for a little bit :) enjoy your time off and we'll see you before you know it!

[indian]

Wow so surgery is pretty difficult to get in huh... thanks nelphus...also can you tell me about my chances i was thinking i was middle of the pack but i was seeing other ppl get in with very good Ec's. my mcat and gpa are not that bad but what i fear is they might think than i am not dedicated because i do not have a lot of ec's. this no interview thing has got me all confused as to how can they judge a person just based on stats on paper. lol maybe its just me complaining about the no interview thing.

[l2000]

Hi Nik,

Congrats! Just wondering how long you waited from time of application sent to the wonderful call you received. I am waiting for a response. =p

Hey everyone!

So today around 12 oclock I got the call... I'M IN!!! I was overly excited, I was expecting to have to go through an interview, but that obviously didnt happen. I guess they liked me?

Right now, Im struggle over the decision that has been discussed for ages.. Ross or AUC... and the more I read about the experience that AUC students have been having the more I'm inclined to go there. AUC seems like a great school, the smaller classroom sizes are great. I should note that this is a huge factor for me because I am Canadian, and I did my undergrad at the University of Toronto, where my first year physic class only had a mere 1200 students in it... Lets just say, Im tired of being a number. Anyway, on top of the great class size, I like the cost as well. At ~10K per semester the school is the cheapest of the big three. I also got accepted in SGU, but due to past experiences with them (they're unbelievably arrogant) I've elected to dismiss them all together. So yea, I think I've made up my mind... AUC all the way. Can't wait to see you all!

Cheers

Nik

[indian]

ok i have been doing a little research and it seems to me that ross has better usmle step 1 prep and ross grads are securing the more competitive residencies. while Auc has smaller classrooms and better island. could someone please tell me if this is true? also why is AUC better?? everyone seems to be saying it is better but i havent heard a good reason for it.

[FOID]

yes, the statement you said is true. auc has a better island and smaller class sizes.

[FOID]

also why is AUC better?? everyone seems to be saying it is better but i havent heard a good reason for it.

run a search for it... it's been said many times before

[dragisic]

Well I sent in all my applications on MAY 25th 2008. I think I waited a lot longer than usual, because one of my professors was in England so couldn't write and send off my reference letter. That said, once my application was complete, I waited about 1 month before I got the call! I hope that helps, and I hope you get in!

Hi Nik,

Congrats! Just wondering how long you waited from time of application sent to the wonderful call you received. I am waiting for a response. =p

[dragisic]

Thank Nelphus!!! Ironically enough i didnt sleep much last night. I guess my epi levels were thru the roof from the excitement lol As for India, absolutely NO ONE can tell you what your chances are, since none of us are on the admissions board. All i can say is that my cGPA was decent, I had a high twenties MCAT score, and LOTS of volunteer hours and community service. With me, I personally cant be in the lab, i find it depressing. So I had 7 years of volunteer experience at my local hospitals emergency department, and I formed and ran my own non-profit-organization, that was dedicated to educating the youth of toronto, on diseases that affect our local and international communities. Im a people person, and show lots of leadership skills, so i guess they liked me. That and I think my profs wrote amazing reference letters. Ok hope some of that helps. Have a great night and GOOD LUCK!!!

[princess1982]

I am so excited I got in for sept but had to defer it to Jan =)
The only sad part is my husband will not be able to join me on the island =(

I am excited to meet all of you!!

[Kriterion]

ok i have been doing a little research and it seems to me that ross has better usmle step 1 prep and ross grads are securing the more competitive residencies. while Auc has smaller classrooms and better island. could someone please tell me if this is true? also why is AUC better?? everyone seems to be saying it is better but i havent heard a good reason for it.

AUC is not better. SGU isn't better either...well maybe a little bit better, but its mostly the same. SGU just has a killer rep.

AUC is not better than ross, at least not in terms of academics. its prolly better in terms of location, class size, and the way its managed. from what i have been reading, it seems ross has really gone down the drain. they seem to have a large number of disgruntled students.

that being said, ross isn't better than AUC. and a lot of people choose AUC over either ross or SGU since the academics are basically the same, and all the other intangibles are better.

also, i don't think ross has better residency rates. they have twice the class size we do, so they have more hard to get residencies. bottom line is, you can do whatever you want at all 3 schools. you can flunk out (i hope thats not me) or you can rock the world.

[CaptainInsaneO]

Enlighten us, would you, on this reputation you speak of. Where does this reputation reside, besides in the cobwebs of your mind?

In fact, there is no way to gauge the difference between the "reputations" of any of the four 50-state schools.

Maybe SGU is more familiar to PDs in New York, but AUC is more familiar with PDs in Michigan. That is not reputation, that is based on familiarity.

Big difference.

AUC is not better. SGU isn't better either...well maybe a little bit better, but its mostly the same. SGU just has a killer rep.

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[SPM.MD]

Sorry for posting here...but the "what are my chances" thread has been closed.

I am applying for January 2009 and have recently sent in my application. I am waiting on my letters of rec. to arrive before my application will be complete. Do I have a good chance or should I be worried? Also, does AUC require and interview? Do you think I will be offered one?

overall 3.27
science 3.25
MCAT 22O

Lot's of volunteering, research w/published work, president of fraternity, school clubs/etc.

Thanks again to all who offer advice...Congrats on your acceptance! I hope to join you soon!

[Itempest]

Sorry for posting here...but the "what are my chances" thread has been closed.

I am applying for January 2009 and have recently sent in my application. I am waiting on my letters of rec. to arrive before my application will be complete. Do I have a good chance or should I be worried? Also, does AUC require and interview? Do you think I will be offered one?

overall 3.27
science 3.25
MCAT 22O

Lot's of volunteering, research w/published work, president of fraternity, school clubs/etc.

Thanks again to all who offer advice...Congrats on your acceptance! I hope to join you soon!

Your GPA is right around where it's usually at for an AUC student, as is your MCAT (maybe a bit in the low side). But considering you've sent in your app fairly early and you seem to have some good extracurriculars, I think you should have a good shot.

And AUC does not require an interview - in fact, most students get in without one - but they have been known to conduct interviews from time to time usually if they find something really jarring in a person's application. But if you get one, I don't think it's cause to worry because at least you know they haven't rejected you - it's just a sign that they have a couple more questions about you they want to learn the answers to before saying yes.

[ScottsdaleIndian]

Enlighten us, would you, on this reputation you speak of. Where does this reputation reside, besides in the cobwebs of your mind?

In fact, there is no way to gauge the difference between the "reputations" of any of the four 50-state schools.

Maybe SGU is more familiar to PDs in New York, but AUC is more familiar with PDs in Michigan. That is not reputation, that is based on familiarity.

Big difference.


Yeah I think by reputation, he defiantely means familiarity just like you said CaptainInsaneO. SGU and Ross each take like a thousand extra students a year compared to AUC and graduate a few hundred more than AUC. I'm personally from Arizona. . .yes Arizona. . .and even here Everyone has heard of SGU and Ross and some of my professors even have said they have had students go to those. Therefore, in terms of numbers, I guess residencies Also see many more SGU and Ross students all around the country. So I'm assuming of course if someone just hasn't ever heard of a specific school such as AUC, they would "judge" the school pretty harshly that way, Especially since its foreign. I mean no one automatically knows that AUC happens to be one of the 4 "recognized in all 50 state" schools. And I don't go to any of these schools yet, I'm still waiting on decisions, but I'm sure even in Michigan, they know SGU pretty darn well.

[CaptainInsaneO]

Familiarity does not equal reputation. Just because you haven't heard of the London School of Economics or La Sorbonne does not mean that they don't have one of the best reputations in the world for political science. In the same vein, just because you (and the majority of Americans) are familiar with The University of Phoenix does not give them a reputation for a good education.

They are not the same and the moderator, Stephew (SGU grad at Harvard now), agrees with me in saying that there is no such thing as 'reputation' coming from the Caribbean.



Yeah I think by reputation, he defiantely means familiarity just like you said CaptainInsaneO. SGU and Ross each take like a thousand extra students a year compared to AUC and graduate a few hundred more than AUC. I'm personally from Arizona. . .yes Arizona. . .and even here Everyone has heard of SGU and Ross and some of my professors even have said they have had students go to those. Therefore, in terms of numbers, I guess residencies Also see many more SGU and Ross students all around the country. So I'm assuming of course if someone just hasn't ever heard of a specific school such as AUC, they would "judge" the school pretty harshly that way, Especially since its foreign. I mean no one automatically knows that AUC happens to be one of the 4 "recognized in all 50 state" schools. And I don't go to any of these schools yet, I'm still waiting on decisions, but I'm sure even in Michigan, they know SGU pretty darn well.

[lenny2g4]

Hi, does anyone know if AUC is on the FAFSA list for financial aid. If not, what loan programs are good for AUC?

[HopefulMD21]

Hi, does anyone know if AUC is on the FAFSA list for financial aid. If not, what loan programs are good for AUC?

Yes, AUC is part of the FFELP program, meaning that students are entitled to apply for federally backed loans, such as Stafford and Grad PLUS. AUC, along with SGU and Ross, are the only Caribbean schools that are approved for the federal loans.

[indierockchick4]

what do you guys think of my stats?
2.7 undergrad gpa, bio major
mcat will be taken this august

i do have extensive hospital/clinical volunteering hrs, etc.
leadership, research, etc.

currently taking a full load of 300-400 level courses (12 credits) this summer, and will take a full load in the fall too (15-18 credits...didnt want to take more than 12 credits this summer bc im working 40 hrs/week doing research and studying for the mcat)

thoughts?

[Nelphus]

what do you guys think of my stats?
2.7 undergrad gpa, bio major
mcat will be taken this august

i do have extensive hospital/clinical volunteering hrs, etc.
leadership, research, etc.

currently taking a full load of 300-400 level courses (12 credits) this summer, and will take a full load in the fall too (15-18 credits...didnt want to take more than 12 credits this summer bc im working 40 hrs/week doing research and studying for the mcat)

thoughts?

32 MCAT and you're in = Fact :)

haha - I really have no clue, but I would shoot for a 42T... study hard, do well in those last classes you're taking -- and good luck !!

[tn1027]

Hi All! I just sent in my application for january 09! yay!

i had a quick question i was hoping someone could help answer for me. i know i am supposed to upload a picture to the application but am i supposed to send one in to MEAS also?

[HopefulMD21]

Hi All! I just sent in my application for january 09! yay!

i had a quick question i was hoping someone could help answer for me. i know i am supposed to upload a picture to the application but am i supposed to send one in to MEAS also?

You don't need to mail one to MEAS as part of the application, so long as you uploaded it to your online application. Should you be accepted, then you would need to mail them to MEAS as part of the immigration documents. Good luck!

[FOID]

what do you guys think of my stats?
2.7 undergrad gpa, bio major
mcat will be taken this august

i do have extensive hospital/clinical volunteering hrs, etc.
leadership, research, etc.

currently taking a full load of 300-400 level courses (12 credits) this summer, and will take a full load in the fall too (15-18 credits...didnt want to take more than 12 credits this summer bc im working 40 hrs/week doing research and studying for the mcat)

thoughts?

your GPA is kinda low. you really need a high scoring mcat to get in. i think you should take the mcat and ask here again.

[HopefulMD21]

your GPA is kinda low. you really need a high scoring gpa to get in. i think you should take the mcat and ask here again.

I think you mean high scoring MCAT. But yes, I agree, gpa is a little on the low side, but with a strong MCAT you should still have a decent shot. Study hard, apply early, and see what happens. Good luck!

[FOID]

I think you mean high scoring MCAT. But yes, I agree, gpa is a little on the low side, but with a strong MCAT you should still have a decent shot. Study hard, apply early, and see what happens. Good luck!

oops, i meant mcat. thanks for the correction.

[troy1]

I'm applying for MAY 2009. My application is already send out and its considered complete by now. I have a agpa= 3.65 and sgpa= 3.6 Mcat= 21N. I know the MCAT score is way low, but have you guys ever heard of anyone with similar statistics get in?

[Itempest]

I'm applying for MAY 2009. My application is already send out and its considered complete by now. I have a agpa= 3.65 and sgpa= 3.6 Mcat= 21N. I know the MCAT score is way low, but have you guys ever heard of anyone with similar statistics get in?

I think AUC's average is about a 22-23 if I'm not mistaken which would suggest you have a fairly good shot considering your GPA is quite a bit above the mean.

[Jon-Monkey]

I'm applying for MAY 2009. My application is already send out and its considered complete by now. I have a agpa= 3.65 and sgpa= 3.6 Mcat= 21N. I know the MCAT score is way low, but have you guys ever heard of anyone with similar statistics get in? You could get in stateside if you can get an MCAT in the high 20's (27-29)

[Shiz77]

Hi all,


Here are my stats: 2.2 GPA (Neurosci)
28R MCAT
LORs good, loads of research experience and just got conditional acceptance to MUA-N for Jan 09, condition being taking a couple of courses, although I am taking 4 at a local University. Hoping to kill them in the fall semester. I'm sending in my app. for AUC next week, just to try it out and was wondering if you guys could give me some sort of idea about what my chances are. Applying for Jan 09 semester from Canada. Thanks for any help.

[Shiz77]

Oh and the MCAT score breakdown was 10 Verbal, 10 Bio, 8 Physical.

Thanks again.

[l2000]

Hi Shiz, it's good to see fellow Canadians applying to AUC. I'm applying for Jan09 as well. I am waiting for a response so I can't comment on your situation too much. Will update if I get a response! You have a good MCAT so that should be helpful.

Hi all,


Here are my stats: 2.2 GPA (Neurosci)
28R MCAT
LORs good, loads of research experience and just got conditional acceptance to MUA-N for Jan 09, condition being taking a couple of courses, although I am taking 4 at a local University. Hoping to kill them in the fall semester. I'm sending in my app. for AUC next week, just to try it out and was wondering if you guys could give me some sort of idea about what my chances are. Applying for Jan 09 semester from Canada. Thanks for any help.

[FOID]

Hi all,


Here are my stats: 2.2 GPA (Neurosci)
28R MCAT
LORs good, loads of research experience and just got conditional acceptance to MUA-N for Jan 09, condition being taking a couple of courses, although I am taking 4 at a local University. Hoping to kill them in the fall semester. I'm sending in my app. for AUC next week, just to try it out and was wondering if you guys could give me some sort of idea about what my chances are. Applying for Jan 09 semester from Canada. Thanks for any help.

2.2? hmmm... not too good. even with a 28 on the MCAT.

here's a post by phantomprof... he was on the admissions committee...

http://www.valuemd.com/american-university-caribbean-auc/131190-what-else-would-you-do-increase-your-chances-auc-post574990.html#post574990

[Shiz77]

Well that post was short yet depressing, but I'll apply anyways, will AUC tell me specifically what I need to improve on to get in?

Currently I'm working in a biochem research lab and plan on continuing there until December, the good thing is I'm taking 3 biochems in the fall semester and am pretty cool with the PhD students so hopefully I can discuss a lot of material with the students and score really well in the semester.

MUA-N is a good bet, but I am slightly weary of the non cali approved school, hence the application to AUC.

[FOID]

I'll apply anyways, will AUC tell me specifically what I need to improve on to get in?

Currently I'm working in a biochem research lab and plan on continuing there until December, the good thing is I'm taking 3 biochems in the fall semester and am pretty cool with the PhD students so hopefully I can discuss a lot of material with the students and score really well in the semester.

MUA-N is a good bet, but I am slightly weary of the non cali approved school, hence the application to AUC.

definitely apply... b/c with that 28, you never know.

[Shiz77]

Thanks for your help flicking, if you remember/see any posts of people with stats similar to mine do let me know :)

[FOID]

no prob. i hope the application process goes well.

[HopefulMD21]

Hi all,


Here are my stats: 2.2 GPA (Neurosci)
28R MCAT
LORs good, loads of research experience and just got conditional acceptance to MUA-N for Jan 09, condition being taking a couple of courses, although I am taking 4 at a local University. Hoping to kill them in the fall semester. I'm sending in my app. for AUC next week, just to try it out and was wondering if you guys could give me some sort of idea about what my chances are. Applying for Jan 09 semester from Canada. Thanks for any help.

Is 2.2 your overall gpa or your science gpa? In either case, that is pretty low, so may want to consider taking some extra classes and/or time to bring that up to a more competitive range, probably around 3.0. A good upward trend would certainly help, and it might not hurt to go for a higher MCAT as well. I personally would leave MUA-N as a far last resort, since they are not eligible for federal loans nor are their graduates eligible for licensure in all 50 states. It depends on your personal situation/goals. Good luck!

[Shiz77]

My overall is a 2.2, Science is around a 2. Yea it is pretty low, I am taking 4 courses next semester and aiming for As in all. Within the last 8 months (last semester of my final year and the summer) I seem to have gotten my act together, but it's hard to change years of foolin around. I doubt I can bring up my overall GPA to a 3.0 with one year of school, since I have already got my BSc., the 2.2 is 4 years :S.

MUA-N isn't that bad from what I have read, I am Canadian so I don't know what the loan situation is with me, however the state approvals are a downer. I don't think I want to write the MCATs again, but if I do end up getting As in the courses I take this semester hopefully AUC will be a possibility.

Do you guys think 4 courses is enough or should I take 5? Thanks again for all the help, and yeah I'm applying on tuesday anyways.

[FOID]

have you thought about doing a post-bacc and then apply? your 28 is good...

[Shiz77]

Honestly, I don't think Canadian schools have post-baccs, I guess you just take extra courses here, although I haven't done the research into it.

[l2000]

Hello all,

Arghh I've been waiting for a reply for Jan 09' since my application went in mid-June. They told me they are waiting for letter of recommendations to come in. In the last 2 weeks I've tried contacting MEAS and asking if they have received any letters yet.. but I can't seem to get a hold of my advisor. Any ideas? I've been pulling my hair out - that which I've been saving for med school!

[Jay Lash]

Hello all,

Arghh I've been waiting for a reply for Jan 09' since my application went in mid-June. They told me they are waiting for letter of recommendations to come in. In the last 2 weeks I've tried contacting MEAS and asking if they have received any letters yet.. but I can't seem to get a hold of my advisor. Any ideas? I've been pulling my hair out - that which I've been saving for med school!


Call the senders of your letters if you haven't already and find out the date they sent it. Also try sending your adviser an e-mail, mine seemed to get busier as the week progressed, but if I sent an e-mail, he would always call the following day. Hope this helps, good luck.

[l2000]

Update: I finally got a hold of the office. Found out that my adviser is on vacation. The person whom I spoke with pulled up my file and told me that I am still missing my letters. In any case, I've contacted my references today for a re-send. Keeping my fingers cross!

[geauxtigers82]

Hello all,

Arghh I've been waiting for a reply for Jan 09' since my application went in mid-June. They told me they are waiting for letter of recommendations to come in. In the last 2 weeks I've tried contacting MEAS and asking if they have received any letters yet.. but I can't seem to get a hold of my advisor. Any ideas? I've been pulling my hair out - that which I've been saving for med school!

l2000, when you call MEAS, press 1 (already submitted application). Your advisor won't be back til Wednesday and doesn't get back to you in a timely manner (I know for a fact). Someone will answer your call (kinda like a stand by advisor). They will be able to help you out.

[l2000]

l2000, when you call MEAS, press 1 (already submitted application). Your advisor won't be back til Wednesday and doesn't get back to you in a timely manner (I know for a fact). Someone will answer your call (kinda like a stand by advisor). They will be able to help you out.


I'm guessing you have/had the same advisor as me? ;) Thanks for the advice!

[Jon-Monkey]

l2000, when you call MEAS, press 1 (already submitted application). Your advisor won't be back til Wednesday and doesn't get back to you in a timely manner (I know for a fact). Someone will answer your call (kinda like a stand by advisor). They will be able to help you out.


My adviser was always easy to get a hold of. He usually answered the phone on the first try, awesome help.

[kauschat]

hey guys, im in for jan '09...anyone going from chicago?

[SPM.MD]

I was recently notified that my application for Jan 09 is complete. I called to ask a few questions from my advisor and talk to him about my chances.

Just wondering if the advisor's have any say in the decision? My advisor told me that he would consider me a competitive applicant for the January term and believes I have a really good chance. I don't want to get my hopes up...What do you guys think? Should I be excited by his encouraging words, or do they tell this to everyone?

Thanks for all your help/advice!

[HopefulMD21]

I was recently notified that my application for Jan 09 is complete. I called to ask a few questions from my advisor and talk to him about my chances.

Just wondering if the advisor's have any say in the decision? My advisor told me that he would consider me a competitive applicant for the January term and believes I have a really good chance. I don't want to get my hopes up...What do you guys think? Should I be excited by his encouraging words, or do they tell this to everyone?

Thanks for all your help/advice!

I don't think anyone knows for sure, but it looks like the adviser does not have a direct say in the admissions decision. However, they have plenty of experience with how the adcom works, so they would be able to gauge your competitiveness. Take some relief from what he told you, but at the same time don't get too far ahead of yourself...By the way, what are your stats?

[SPM.MD]

Per request:

3.27 Overall
3.25 Science
22O MCAT

Lots of extras...volunteer, research, school clubs, president of Fraternity...

Thanks for the Advice!

[HopefulMD21]

You definitely look pretty good to me. Gpa is solid, good extracurriculars. MCAT is just a tiny notch on the low end, but your gpa and ECs should make up for it. Plus the January semester is slightly less competitive. Best of luck!

[Deem]

Does anyone here think gettin into Sept. session is better than Jan?..If so, why? how?
Any help would be appreciated ..Thanks!!

[FOID]

Per request:

3.27 Overall
3.25 Science
22O MCAT

Lots of extras...volunteer, research, school clubs, president of Fraternity...

Thanks for the Advice!

gpa is ok. however, mcat is a little low. i'd say you're about average. you should have a shot.

[FOID]

Does anyone here think gettin into Sept. session is better than Jan?..If so, why? how?
Any help would be appreciated ..Thanks!!

you might not make the match if you start in january...

there are a lot of positives and negatives... run a search

[l2000]

you might not make the match if you start in january...

there are a lot of positives and negatives... run a search

I hear the same thing. Can somebody clarify: "you might not make the match". For example. if you started Jan 09', does that mean you won't make the match with the September 08' class but rather, you will instead make the match at the same time as September 09' class?

[FOID]

if you started Jan 09', does that mean you won't make the match with the September 08' class but rather, you will instead make the match at the same time as September 09' class?

correct, if you started jan 09, you might not make the match with the sept 08 class. but you will instead make the match with the sept 09 class.

[spatch]

correct, if you started jan 09, you might not make the match with the sept 08 class. but you will instead make the match with the sept 09 class.


And thus have more time to study for step 1 and 2?

[RockTheNight]

Recently got accepted to the Jan 09 class, just wanted to say Hi to everyone, see you there. To those still applying Good Luck!!

[Zanarkand10z]

Hi, I got accepted to Jan/09 AUC, looking forward to meet ya all, I'm 22, male, from NYC.

[Jon-Monkey]

congrats.....

[jhmc]

how long is the process from the time you submit the online application to hearing a decision? (for those already accepted)

I wont be able to submit my app until i get my MCAT score a week from today since I there's a chance I'll have a shot at a US school if i did well.

If I end up doing mediocre, then i wont bother reapplying the next cycle and go the AUC route

Im just worried if waiting to submit the application is hurting my chances day by day. And I know there's half the number of seats available for january.

[Itempest]

There's half the number of seats available for January, but if I'm not mistaken, the applicant pool is also much smaller. The Jan and May classes are supposedly less competitive since the vast majority of applicants apply for Fall.

That said, the process took about 4 weeks to get a decision from the point when my application was considered complete. i.e. AUC had everything (recommendations, transcripts, application, etc.).

I think 5 months (now-ish) is just about the time they recommend people start sending apps in, but I am not sure if the difference between now and one week from now will be significant enough to drastically change your chances. As long as you have everything else ready, if you send it the day you get your MCAT score, I imagine you'll be fine. You could probably already get started on the other stuff - like having your school send transcripts, having your letters of recommendation sent, writing your personal statement, etc.

[jhmc]

thanks for the advice:D

i actually sent in my transcript as soon as graduated this past june and received my final grades - anticipating a situation like this.

i didn't receive my final LORs until a couple weeks ago. I just hope my pre-med advisor is now doing her part in getting my committee letter done so my package can be sent out on the 8th also.

Given that they already have my transcript, i hope the application can be considered complete in a shorter time.
I've heard that people who don't receive seats in the Fall get rolled over to January. Any idea of how many people that is? It's a smaller pool of applicants but I would imagine competing for one of 70 seats remaining would be a little tough :(

[l2000]

jhmc, how is your application process coming along? Did you receive your MCAT scores and will be applying to AUC? By the way, did you get your references to send in the LOR?

[jhmc]

i got my score yesterday and didnt do as well as I expected

so I submitted my e-application this morning for AUC and just mailed out the signature form

i have to notify my pre-med advisor today to send out my LORs by tmw.

I tried calling AUC's admissions office to verify that they had my transcript but no one picks up the phone...=/

[jhmc]

my premed advisor sent out my letter of rec package in today's mail so if all goes well, my application should be complete by Monday

i haven't been assigned an AUC advisor yet but should be hearing from them this afternoon or tomorrow i suppose

i'll keep u guys posted..

[Lorax]

I was accepted!:p

[RockTheNight]

Congrats Lorax, see you there

[AZcopperJim]

I was accepted!:p
thoc, simply thoc!. well done lorax!

[Lemacfar]

just so you incoming guys know... out Fall 08 class is the highest GPA and MCAT to start here... we are also the 2nd highest class size 171 I think


Good luck to those getting here and I promise 100% its an easy transition...


Definitely closer to paradise than a "rock"

[FOID]

med schools are getting harder to get into these days... and soon, the big 3 (or 4) will be competitive to get into as well

[troy1]

do you really think so?

[Itempest]

do you really think so?

I think for sure Med schools in the US have gotten more competitive lately. There are way more applicants and so colleges can afford to be more selective - therefore average MCATs have risen, average GPAs have risen, everything about a US Med school matriculant's resume has "more" of everything. Many US schools would scoff at a 30 MCAT, for example. Therefore there are more people who do not get in and try alternative routes like the Caribbean or DO schools, and the same cycle repeats itself - more applicants, schools can afford to be more selective, higher average MCAT, GPA, etc.

The same is true for virtually any level of schooling with a competitive entry system. Harvard undergrad, for example, in the most recent round of undergrad acceptances, admitted only 7.1% of the applicant pool - an all-time low even for them.

[eddiesohn]

how did u all do?

[tn1027]

yay im in!! :)

[jhmc]

congrats!

i wonder how many seats are still available...

[SPM.MD]

I got a call today...I'm in for January!

Anyone from North Carolina? or near?

What do I do next now that I've been accepted? My advisor called and said I was offered a seat for the January term...what next?

[Itempest]

I got a call today...I'm in for January!

Anyone from North Carolina? or near?

What do I do next now that I've been accepted? My advisor called and said I was offered a seat for the January term...what next?

Congratulations!

You'll get a packet in a few days with a bunch of papers telling you what you will need to do. Some things to get started are, contact your local police department about getting a "Letter of Good Standing." Usually they will know what you mean.

Also, get out your vaccination records and get an appointment to get some vaccinations you might not have and a couple of tests (HIV, Hep B, TB etc.).

[lsmith55uf]

I got a call today...I'm in for January!

Anyone from North Carolina? or near?

What do I do next now that I've been accepted? My advisor called and said I was offered a seat for the January term...what next?

I lived in Fayetteville for 5 years...

Go ahead and start squaring away your police letter, your vaccination records, HIV test, passport photos, etc. May wanna start looking at flights as well, the prices are going through the roof.

[Mazharud]

Hey all, I'm in for January '09, received my acceptance call a few weeks ago. I'm from Jersey. Right now I'm just waiting to hear back about my housing, not sure how long that'll take.
I can't wait to meet everybody in Jan., I'll probably be posting in here every so often with questions about how to go about things before the flight to the island. Any advice would be appreciated!

Thanks

[Jon-Monkey]

Hey all, I'm in for January '09, received my acceptance call a few weeks ago. I'm from Jersey. Right now I'm just waiting to hear back about my housing, not sure how long that'll take.
I can't wait to meet everybody in Jan., I'll probably be posting in here every so often with questions about how to go about things before the flight to the island. Any advice would be appreciated!

Thanks

Start working on your immunizations, police report, passport, etc. Congrats.

[RockTheNight]

Hey all, I'm in for January '09, received my acceptance call a few weeks ago. I'm from Jersey. Right now I'm just waiting to hear back about my housing, not sure how long that'll take.
I can't wait to meet everybody in Jan., I'll probably be posting in here every so often with questions about how to go about things before the flight to the island. Any advice would be appreciated!

Thanks

Congrats Maz...I'm a fellow Jan 09'er from Jersey. Glad to see a fellow Jersian on the island.

[tn1027]

anyone from northern california??

[kemper6036]

you will definitely have people from nor cal in your class......maybe not as many as there will be from so cal however

[PsychoProfius]

Congrats Maz...I'm a fellow Jan 09'er from Jersey. Glad to see a fellow Jersian on the island.

That makes 3 of us...but I beat you guys by a semester :p

Congrats to everyone. Make sure you take care of your flight asap because they sure aren't cheap anymore. The rest of the paperwork should be done soon because your time to come here will be quickly approaching. As for housing, if you're trying to get a place in the dorms, we were told by early/mid August about the availability, so you have about 3 weeks of leeway. That's a little to last minute for me. There are a ton of places to live around here, you just have to check them out ahead of time or start asking around. All the best!!!

[slevit1]

That makes 3 of us...but I beat you guys by a semester :p

Congrats to everyone. Make sure you take care of your flight asap because they sure aren't cheap anymore. The rest of the paperwork should be done soon because your time to come here will be quickly approaching. As for housing, if you're trying to get a place in the dorms, we were told by early/mid August about the availability, so you have about 3 weeks of leeway. That's a little to last minute for me. There are a ton of places to live around here, you just have to check them out ahead of time or start asking around. All the best!!!
with regards to the dorms...it shouldn't be a problem getting a spot in the January class. The dorms fill up in the September class, but there are more spots than there are students in January and May, and not all students live in the dorms anyway (those who come with someone or just don't want to). If you want to live in the dorms for the January semester, pretty much guaranteed that you'll be able to.

[spatch]

Recently got accepted to the Jan 09 class, just wanted to say Hi to everyone, see you there. To those still applying Good Luck!!



Could you tell us your GPA/MCAT? Thanks

[jhackett]

anyone from northern california??

Hey, are you true Nor Cal (North of the Bay Area)? I'm from Chico and waiting for my acceptance response. :cool:

[l2000]

I received my acceptance call this afternoon. Upon completion of my requisite courses, I may be joining in Jan 09' or May 09'. From Toronto, Canada. Anybody else from this area?!

[dragisic]

l2000, Im from toronto, got in a while back and am going for sure. Congrats on the acceptance. Where did u do ur undergrad? Mine was done a U of T - St. George Campus.

[l2000]

Thanks, I am still debating if I will take the offer or not. I am from UofT St. George as well! What year/semester are you in AUC right now?

[jaysingh]

I'm in!

well....mostly.

my admission adviser called me a couple days ago. she said that I was waitlisted for january 2009 so i'm in if i get off the waitlist (which she said was very likely) otherwise i start in may 2009.

this is just great, i applied earlier this year and was flat out rejected in a week and a half with my 19M MCAT. i'm super excited!!!!

if anyone is wondering, my stats were:

MCAT: 19M the first time, 24L the second time
GPA: 3.26
sGPA: 3.00
a ton of extracurricular stuff, shadowing, volunteering, president of a club

[jhackett]

Hi,

I was accepted for January '09 in a very timely matter (only about 2 weeks after my application was complete) and thought I would share my stats.

cGPA: 3.23
sGPA: 3.22
C- in Ochem II, C in Biol I :roll:
MCAT: 19R & 25P
Employment, plenty of extracurriculars and volunteer, study abroad experience

Good luck to those still in the process.

[l2000]

I was accepted as stated earlier. Application was stated to be completed September 8th, and received a call September 18th. My stats are:

sGPA: 3.64
GPA: 3.35
MCAT: 23O
volunteered at 2 hospitals non-consecutively (about 1 year each, weekly), team captain for volleyball at work. Worked for 2 years.

[princess1982]

Hello Everyone!! Congrats I will joining you guys in Jan 09 as well!! I am so excited!! When is everyone heading down there!!

[RockTheNight]

Congrats to everyone recently accepted. It appears our Jan 09 class is starting to take shape. I'll be heading down on jan 2nd, hope to see you all there!!

[jhmc]

I'm in!

well....mostly.

my admission adviser called me a couple days ago. she said that I was waitlisted for january 2009 so i'm in if i get off the waitlist (which she said was very likely) otherwise i start in may 2009.


congrats!

did your advisor give you a reason why you were waitlisted? My stats & EC's are similar to yours

my app was complete this past monday so hopefully i'll hear some good news a week from today.

i'm just worried i applied a bit late and will probably be apart of a much bigger, competitive applicant pool.

[slevit1]

Congrats to everyone recently accepted. It appears our Jan 09 class is starting to take shape.

they always do... ;)

[princess1982]

I am heading there on Jan. 1st!! I am going to live in the dorms. I am going down with my husband but unfort. he will not be staying because of work! We should all def. plan to meet up before class starts!!!

[jaysingh]

congrats!

did your advisor give you a reason why you were waitlisted? My stats & EC's are similar to yours

my app was complete this past monday so hopefully i'll hear some good news a week from today.

i'm just worried i applied a bit late and will probably be apart of a much bigger, competitive applicant pool.


i actually didn't even ask, i was just excited that i got in. and it isn't a big deal to me if i start in january or may so i didn't ask. i am assuming it's because the january class is full, i dont know why else i would be on the waitlist.

i dont think you applied late though. my application was complete exactly two weeks ago on friday the 12th. Then they told me on wednesday that i was waitlisted so it wasn't even 2 weeks before the admission committee replied.

if anything you'll get waitlisted and they'll tell you to start in may. i dont think they will reject you if the class is full, they usually just put people in the following semester. :D

[jaysingh]

also, has anyone been on the waitlist, or knows of anyone on the waitlist? how quickly do people get off the waitlist? the woman told me that it was very likely but that's all she said. I'm just wondering because she said they could tell you at the latest 30 days before the semester starts and i dont want to be scrambling for plane tickets, packing, loans and all that a month before i start.

[jhmc]

i actually didn't even ask, i was just excited that i got in. and it isn't a big deal to me if i start in january or may so i didn't ask. i am assuming it's because the january class is full, i dont know why else i would be on the waitlist.

i dont think you applied late though. my application was complete exactly two weeks ago on friday the 12th. Then they told me on wednesday that i was waitlisted so it wasn't even 2 weeks before the admission committee replied.

if anything you'll get waitlisted and they'll tell you to start in may. i dont think they will reject you if the class is full, they usually just put people in the following semester. :D

when i spoke to my adviser last week monday, he said there were plenty of seats still available for January so i don't think it's full just yet...unless alot of people were accepted this past week :confused:

only reason i could think of being waitlisted is people who took their MCAT on 8/15 & 8/22 got their scores these past two mondays and now have their apps complete. So now the admissions committee is being overwhelmed with apps and are prioritizing students who want to start in January based on how competitive their stats are.

the 30 days notice is probably the event in which someone who got accepted to AUC for Jan 09 withdraws and goes to another school like SGU, whose admissions process is much longer. The deadline to apply for the January semester is a month before it begins i believe. So if a spot is available by that time, you'd be put in.

again..im just speculating =/, but it makes sense.

i'd be happy if i just got an acceptance too..although i'd prefer to start in January.

[umassmed]

must be nice to know that you're in!!

i won't know for a while because im still finishing my pre-reqs and taking the january mcats......

just wondering how did everyone else deal with the stress? i probably don't have much of a right to complain, seeing as how im not in med school yet, but im putting together my application while working fulltime and taking night classes and im feeling a bit stressed... :(

[jaysingh]

only reason i could think of being waitlisted is people who took their MCAT on 8/15 & 8/22 got their scores these past two mondays and now have their apps complete. So now the admissions committee is being overwhelmed with apps and are prioritizing students who want to start in January based on how competitive their stats are.


yeah, that's also possible. what's important though is that you will probably get in. if not for january, then definitely for may. and if they get back to you like they did with me, you'll find out within a week if you got in. good luck!

[jhmc]

yeah, that's also possible. what's important though is that you will probably get in. if not for january, then definitely for may. and if they get back to you like they did with me, you'll find out within a week if you got in. good luck!

thanks!

most definitely i'll hear something by Friday

[JoeBoogie]

so is the Jan 2009 class full? I took the sep 13 MCAT. still waiting on results.

[Whyzkid99]

ACCEPTED for Jan '09 from the waitlist yesterday!!! wooohooo. any other jerseyians coming down?

[RockTheNight]

ACCEPTED for Jan '09 from the waitlist yesterday!!! wooohooo. any other jerseyians coming down?
Congrats dude, I'm a fellow jerseyian heading down for jan 09 myself...I'll be there Jan 2nd!!

[aswin15]

jan class isnt full yet. i took my mcat aug 15th and just got accepted today. no interview or anything, sweettttttt!

[jhmc]

jan class isnt full yet. i took my mcat aug 15th and just got accepted today. no interview or anything, sweettttttt!

congrats

when was your app complete? a couple days after the 15th i presume?

[JoeBoogie]

jan class isnt full yet. i took my mcat aug 15th and just got accepted today. no interview or anything, sweettttttt!


Curious what your MCAT and GPA are? I took MCAT sep 13.. waiting for results.

[jhmc]

Are they usually 2 weeks on the dot to receive a call?

My app was complete last tuesday and haven't heard anything yet :(

i hope mon/tues will be the day

[Lemacfar]

Congrats to those in for the ride of their life! If your like me and have been waiting your whole life! Its so far very rewarding to be learning medicine

[slevit1]

Are they usually 2 weeks on the dot to receive a call?

My app was complete last tuesday and haven't heard anything yet :(

i hope mon/tues will be the day

it's 2-6 weeks, depending on what they've got going on. It takes most people a little longer than 2 weeks though.

[jaysingh]

I got in today!!!!

i was on the waitlist for a while but they called today and said i was in for the January 09 class!!!

SEE YOU ALL THERE!

[bryshep]

Woohoo! I'm in too! I'm in St. Maarten right now and the school and island are beautiful. See you soon, hopeful

[jhmc]

i'm in for January :cool:

[jerseygirl88]

Hey guys! just got in for Jan 09 class, but I paid my deposit for SABA last week. not sure what im gonna do yet..

[slevit1]

Hey guys! just got in for Jan 09 class, but I paid my deposit for SABA last week. not sure what im gonna do yet..

Saba is not eligible for federal loans, which is a big problem for many people. Also, I don't think that many people would want to live on that island, if given the choice to live in SXM instead. It's a nice place to visit for the weekend, but that's about the extent of it.

[Lemacfar]

You should see the face on SABA students having to get off the plan in SXM and board that little plane to SABA and live like their in the amazon. Plus you'd learn to hate us AUC students real bad

[Lemacfar]

I was accepted as stated earlier. Application was stated to be completed September 8th, and received a call September 18th. My stats are:

sGPA: 3.64
GPA: 3.35
MCAT: 23O
volunteered at 2 hospitals non-consecutively (about 1 year each, weekly), team captain for volleyball at work. Worked for 2 years.

You are gonna love volleyball here haha.... Us current 1st semesters play like 1-2x a week

[jerseygirl88]

Anyone else from the nj area?

[slevit1]

Anyone else from the nj area?

not sure about your class specifically, but plenty at AUC

[RockTheNight]

Anyone else from the nj area?
Hello JrsyGrl...I am in for Jan 09 and from Jersey...it appears that there are a few of us going to the island for Jan 09, or so i have seen in the forums...Congrats on your acceptance...Have you decided between SABA and AUC?

[Whyzkid99]

Anyone else from the nj area?
im in for jan and also a jerseyan!

[jerseygirl88]

no, not yet. and its driving me crazy haha! I'm from a state school in jersey, so I was really glad that AUC and Saba both have relatively small class sizes in comparison to other carrib. schools. Oh and I also got into ross.. but i'm not really considering going there (big class sizes)

[RockTheNight]

no, not yet. and its driving me crazy haha! I'm from a state school in jersey, so I was really glad that AUC and Saba both have relatively small class sizes in comparison to other carrib. schools. Oh and I also got into ross.. but i'm not really considering going there (big class sizes)
Glad to see some fellow Jersey folk down there!

Jrsygrl, i was pretty much in the same situation as you, actual it was exactly the same I got into SABA and paid the deposit and then got into AUC and Ross within the next three weeks. There were a lot of reason i decided to come to AUC, one, it seemed to have a good reputation with pretty decent Residency placements to boot, two, federal loans which makes everything easier, and three, a much nicer island (at least in my opinion). That was enough to convince me, but really, you should go wherever you feel more comfortable.

[slevit1]

If you go to Saba, you'll probably soon wish you came here.

[kauschat]

hey, any soccer players down there?

[slevit1]

hey, any soccer players down there?

there are a bunch of them! I think they have pick up games fairly regularly.

[Moldovanits]

ACCEPTED for Jan '09 from the waitlist yesterday!!! wooohooo. any other jerseyians coming down?

I got the same GPA as you. and you sure give me hope congrats!!

[jhmc]

when are u guys leaving to head down to AUC?

are we supposed to be there on Jan 2nd to register?

[princess1982]

I will be there on Jan 1st. I thought registration was on the 5th correct me if I am wrong!

[RockTheNight]

when are u guys leaving to head down to AUC?

are we supposed to be there on Jan 2nd to register?
I'll be down on the afternoon of Jan 2nd...I thought registration was on the 5th also. Hopefully it is, otherwise, it could get interesting.

[jhmc]

i'll have to check with my advisor but in any event, i'll be down there on jan 2nd afternoon as well. Need to get settled down over that weekend

[SPM.MD]

I booked my flight today for January 2nd...Anyone else connecting in Atlanta before flying to SXM?

[RockTheNight]

I booked my flight today for January 2nd...Anyone else connecting in Atlanta before flying to SXM?
Jan 2nd I'll be connecting in one of the Carolina's, can't remember which one...hopefully it runs smoothly

[slevit1]

Jan 2nd I'll be connecting in one of the Carolina's, can't remember which one...hopefully it runs smoothly

probably charlotte. US Air usually connects in charlotte, Delta usually connects in Atlanta, and American usually connects in Miami

[RockTheNight]

probably charlotte. US Air usually connects in charlotte, Delta usually connects in Atlanta, and American usually connects in Miami
Good Call Slevit, Charlotte it is...you seem pretty versed in flying in and out of SXM...any pointers on which airline or how to get it cheap (if thats possible anymore)??

[Hawkeye13]

Hey everyone..long time reader, first time poster :wink:, i'm also in for Jan. and my fiance and i are really excited to be moving to SXM!

[slevit1]

Good Call Slevit, Charlotte it is...you seem pretty versed in flying in and out of SXM...any pointers on which airline or how to get it cheap (if thats possible anymore)??

Depends on where you're coming from. I fly from the DC area, which seems to be significantly cheaper than most people I talk to. I usually pay anywhere from around $400 - $550, depending on when I book and how flexible I am. I used to swear by kayak.com, but they've since lost American Airlines for some reason. Since American Airlines is the largest carrier into SXM, this was a big problem. Now I just usually search aa.com, usair.com, and delta.com.

[RockTheNight]

Hey everyone..long time reader, first time poster :wink:, i'm also in for Jan. and my fiance and i are really excited to be moving to SXM!
Welcome to the class Hawkeye...I am pretty excited about getting down there, meeting everyone and starting this long process...I propose we all set up some time to meet up when we get on the island, for me thats the 2nd not sure about everyone else...i guess its a little early for that as of now...but just throwing it out there.

[Hawkeye13]

yeah that sounds good, we'll be getting to the island on the 30th (probably a little earlier than most), but i think it would be nice to get to know a few people and hang out before classes start

[RockTheNight]

Welcome to the class Hawkeye...I am pretty excited about getting down there, meeting everyone and starting this long process...I propose we all set up some time to meet up when we get on the island, for me thats the 2nd not sure about everyone else...i guess its a little early for that as of now...but just throwing it out there.
For the record this is an invitation of sorts to all the Jan 09 people, not just Hawkeye (i wanted to clarify that as if i just wrote it to Hawkeye, well, that would just be weird)...see you all there

[jhtran]

I just got my conditional acceptance letter from AUC. All I need is to complete my bachelor and I'll see you guys in Jan 09.

jhtran

[Hawkeye13]

congrats jhtran! good luck on the rest of the semester..and be sure to take some time and enjoy life before AUC..by what i hear we wont have much time after we start.

[Hawkeye13]

by the way, are any of you bringing family and/or pets down with you?

[SPM.MD]

I just returned from touring the island/school...I can't wait to get started in January!

For everyone out there worried/nervous about what to expect I think it will be great. I was a little unsure before going but am now confident and excited about the journey.

The island seems great and everyone I spoke to at the school was more than helpful. See you all in January!

[Hawkeye13]

I just returned from touring the island/school...I can't wait to get started in January!

For everyone out there worried/nervous about what to expect I think it will be great. I was a little unsure before going but am now confident and excited about the journey.

The island seems great and everyone I spoke to at the school was more than helpful. See you all in January!

just to second that, i had a smiliar experience when i visited in october..i'm excited to be moving down as well. i was initially worried because people can do wonders manipulating pictures but the campus does look like the pics and the island as a whole seems like a pretty cool place...if you go in knowing that its not the U.S. and not 100 % paradise and there is poverty, abandoned houses, some crime, etc... then you'll be just fine..if you need to ease into the island life, i'm sure a trip or two to cost-u-less will do the trick

[anu]

Hi
I am in for the Jan '9 class. Now I am looking for a appartment next to AUC. I might have to buy used books and other study material. Please let me know what you are doing about it.
anu
kampro@msn.com

[Hawkeye13]

congrats anu, as far as apartments close to auc, it is probably getting harder and harder to get one, get an off campus housing list from auc and/or contact solutions ( i know they own a lot of places close to campus) as far as books, everyone seems in agreement not to buy the all the req books from auc there is a list on here some students have put together and the cheapest way to buy books seems to be either buy them from an upper sem or look on amazon and bring them with you

[Whyzkid99]

what days are most ppl arriving on the island? i am considering jan 2nd or 3rd. will be flying delta from newark now that continental is jacked up to $700 for the same departures. also what day would be best to book a flight back, apr 24th?

[NtHouse07]

Heard the good news today - got into Jan '09!

still debating where to go though...

well, not letting that stop me from doing a little jig.

[princess1982]

I am arriving on Jan1st! Our last final is on the 20th of April in case if you did not receive the final schedule. I would book something for the 21 or 22 depending on if you have to move out of a dorm or not!

[RockTheNight]

what days are most ppl arriving on the island? i am considering jan 2nd or 3rd. will be flying delta from newark now that continental is jacked up to $700 for the same departures. also what day would be best to book a flight back, apr 24th?
I am leaving on Jan 2nd (also from newark) and coming back on the 25th of April...I booked the 25th awhile ago not knowing when the last test would be, i could change it but i am going to just stick it out and tell some people to come down and visit.

Congrats NtHouse...I had to make a decision on where to go also, for me AUC was the best fit...GL

[Whyzkid99]

anyone coming down jan. 3rd? delta connecting in hotlanta (ATL) arriving SXM@3:02 pm? im midst decision-making on what day to come down. the 2nd is nice b/c its early and i can get settled in. but, the 3rd would be easier on the body (ie recovering from new years) and wouldnt be as hectic. are there any planned events for the night of jan 2nd? that would help in the process.