covarubious
06-06-2008, 11:16 AM
I asked as many questions as I could remember from here. Its long but very useful. Thoughts? Inconsistencies? Anybody wanna dispute anything said?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> good morning! questions?
<Shine> I was wondering if there is a deadline for fall semester
<Elizabeth-Admissions> good question, the september 2008 semester is virtually closed but we are still considering applicants for our September waitlist
<Elizabeth-Admissions> thats why we strongly recommend that applicants submit all materals at least 6 months in advance
<Shine> How many students are accepted for each term?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> 80-85 per semester
<covarubious> whats the acceptance rate per semester? are some semesters more competitive then others?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> September is by far our most competitive semester followed by January and May
<Greg930> Are there any spaces still open for this Sept2008 ?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Our acceptance rate is about 1:5, but that changes every semester
<Elizabeth-Admissions> We are still accepting applications for our September 2008 waitlist
<Hardik2112> I had a question. The prof. that have writen recommendation letters are not in the country. And thus they will not be able to fill out the special recommendation form in the Application package. Is it fine if I send recommendation letters in sealed envelopes(the prof has signed over the sea)?
<Greg930> for Sept2008 waitlist? OK.
<Elizabeth-Admissions> We do not require the LOR form, so feel free to send the letters you already have.
<covarubious> How important is mcat to an application?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> I said waitlist because the september class is basically closed. It is very late to apply for September 2008
<Elizabeth-Admissions> While most people do submit MCAT scores, they are not required for everyone
<lucky> Hello,my name is lucky.I would like to know if a person graduated in 1988 with a B.Sc in Microbiology & immunology with a GPA of 2.8,then an accounting degree with 3.27 and now retook all basic sciences over again with a 3.62 on 4 -Can I apply-what are my chances of being accepted?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> We only require the MCAT from those with community college science courses, C grades or lower in sciences and required coursework older than 5 years
<covarubious> for instance, i am in university here in canada. i have a 3.8 gpa currently and will apply as soon as I have my 90 credits in may 2009. A few of those credits will be transfers from college. ( a couple english classes) will i need to write the mcat?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Lucky, that depends on a number of different factors. Such as the school where you took those courses, MCAT scores if you have a them, recommendations, etc. But your Premend GPA seems competative
<Greg930> Are applications to SABA automatically considered for MUA (if an admission to Saba is denied) ?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Covarubious, it is unlikely that you will need to submit an MCAT if you only have English courses at the college
<hardik> Hw do we send the application fees
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Greg, many of the students who are not offered a seat at SUSOM are referred to MUA, but the process is not automatic. You must send us a written release to forward those materials
<lucky> Do you offer dual programs-in medecine and a MBA?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> You can pay the application fee with a personal check, bank check or money order
<hardik> the money order should be payable to who?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> SUSOM does not offer an MBA, but we do have partnership with the MBA program at Davenport. Feel free to contact the office for more information.
<Elizabeth-Admissions> As it states in the application form, all checks and money orders should be made payable to Saba University School of Medicine.
<Greg930> I have already graduated in 2001, with degree in Engineering, and my science prereqs except English are completed in the B ave, will you
require me to write the MCAT?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> We actually do not require an English course, so you would not be required to submit MCAT scores
<Shine> Is there anyway to check the application status?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> you must contact Joanne at information@saba.edu* or call the office for that information
<covarubious> Can you tell me the difference between Matthews and hillside dorms?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> our Information Coordinator will gladly help you with that
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Matthews dorms are doubles while Hillside are quads or suites
<Elizabeth-Admissions> In both cases you share a bathroom with one other person of the same gender, but in Hillside you get a kitchen/living room area
<covarubious> Ah, cool. How are dorms assigned and can we make requests?
<Greg930> the tuition fees posted for clinicals, do they include hospital surcharges? ie, are there any additional charges on top of the clinical tuition ? just to help us in financial planning,
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Accepted applicants fill out a dorm preference form, the assignments are made on the basis of the date you satisfy our tuition requirement
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Greg, there can be depending on the hospital. Please contact the clinical office for specific information.
<covarubious> great! how early can we move in? i heard the earliest is a week befor classes?
<Shine> Are the opportunities for students those would like to do research?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Move in dates depend on the dorm assignment. Students can usually move in to Matthews a week before and about 5 days before in Hillside
<Elizabeth-Admissions> There are numerous research opportunities on the island, primarily in the area of hyperbaric medicine
<covarubious> How easy is it to get back to Canada after graduation?
<Shine> How about clinical experiences in the first two years?
<Greg930> Can I do a rotation in Canada arranged by Saba, or do I need to arrange that myself?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> have you seen our residency match list? In 2008, our residency match rate for Canadian students looking for Canadian
residencies was about 86%.
<Elizabeth-Admissions> We offer both core and elective rotations in Canada, our classes are over 50% Canadian now
<covarubious> great! so if i wanted to practice medicine in canada after getting my usmle would i have to write more exams?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Shine, students get plenty of clinical experience on the island by participating in community health fairs and screenings for the island residents. They screen for things like diabetes, high blood pressure, etc.
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Depends on the province in which you want to practice. Some of them require seperate exams and some dont, I recommend checking with your provincial licensing board for more inforamtion
<Greg930> If Sept2008 is pretty much closed, if I apply this month and select Jan2009 entry, how likely is the availability of space for Jan2009?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> We are still accepting applications for the January 2009 semester, you should be fine as long as you apply within the next 2-3 months
<covarubious> so if i want to apply for may 2009 i should start my app in oct/nov?
<Greg930> WIll there be any "timing" problem with respect with the Match if started schooling in January (not usual Sept) ?
<Shine> I applied for Sept 08 and since it is closed, would the admission be deferred to Jan 09 then?
<covarubious> even though i would have what i need to get in yet...
<Elizabeth-Admissions> We are already recieving applications for May 2009, so I recommend applying by November or December at the latest.
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Actually January and May are the best semester start dates for Canadians, they allow you the most time to deal with extra exams, USMLE III, etc. Either way you'd be in the 2013 match
<covarubious> long does it take to complete core rotations on average?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Shine, depends when you submitted your materials, have you hear any response from the Admissions Committee? You may have made the September deadline, if not then we'll automatically look at you for January
<Elizabeth-Admissions> We currently do not have any "bench time" between rotations, but the time depends on the students. Some like extra time if they have to move sites, some purposely take time off to visit family, etc.
<covarubious> How are the match rates? What Percentage of Saba grads match somewhere (either in US or Canada) as soon as they graduate?
<Shine> I have submitted everything last week but I have not heard from the Admissions Commmittee yet
<Elizabeth-Admissions> For Canadians or U.S.? For Canadians our match rate this year was 93% for the U.S. students it was about 88%.
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Shine, if your application is complete, you should be hearing from us in the next 2-3 weeks
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Yes, we are very proud of our Canadian matches. The Canadian students are typically excellent.
<Greg930> Does Saba still send the financial aid package for student loan for those accepted?
<covarubious> great, i keep hearing that if you go to a carib school its impossible to get back to canada to practice etc. this makes me a little more hopeful
<Elizabeth-Admissions> The acceptance packets typically include any available finacial aid info, I recommend contacting Janet at finance@saba.edu for loan inforamtion.
<Shine> How much an interview process account for admission?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Covarubious, if you look at our matches, you can see that it is quite possible to get a Canadian residency
<covarubious> goes to show you should never listen to rumors ;)
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Interviews, are a major factor in our decisions. They can "make or break" the application. We really try to get to know that applicant, we want to make sure they fit at SUSOM.
<covarubious> speaking of financial aid, can you tell me anything about your loan situation? i heard theres a new thing the school is setting up...
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Yes, we are in the process of setting up a new loan program for the September 2008 semester, but you'd have to contact finance for the details.
<Shine> Are there any scholarship opportunities available?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> We offer scholarships for applicants who are natives of the Netherlands-Antilles
<covarubious> so we can get more info on the financial aid chat in 2 weeks?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Thats the goal! All accepted Sept 08 students will recieve an invite shortly for the finacial aid chat.
<Greg930> How many spots roughly are you looking to fill in for January2009 Entry?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Yeah, the lending market is a bit up in the air right now but students have to have loans available. We're confident that most of these issues will be settled soon.
<covarubious> can you tell me what criteria are most important for admissions? for example, which the order of important of gpa versus referals, clinical experience etc
<Elizabeth-Admissions> The January 2009 semester will be about 80-85 students, with a rolling admission process it is impossible to tell you how many seats are left at this point
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Number one is academics (GPA, MCATs, etc.) followed by volunteer experience, referrals, etc.
<Elizabeth-Admissions> We do not accept students that we aren't 100% confident can succeed
<Shine> I heard that caribbean graduates are required to take clinical skills assessment in addition to USMLE? If I start in Jan, is the timing going to be off to take the exams?
<covarubious> whats the best idea for banking on the island? i assume american dollar is best?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Those rules went out the window over 10 years ago, Saba grads only have to the USMLE steps just like the U.S. medical students
<Elizabeth-Admissions> The currency is U.S., you can keep your own bank account and use the ATM to get cash in the island
<covarubious> What is a good health insurance plan for Canadian students?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> We offer a health insurance plan of our students through CMI
<Elizabeth-Admissions>SABA Insurance Plans (http://www.cmi-insurance.com/SABA.html)
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<Shine> How about transportation for students even though we are going to live on campus for first year?
<Greg930> what is the attrition rate for Saba?
<JoeB> Hi elizabeth, wondering if US students are at a disadvantage when applying for addmission to Saba? As far as not having loans, does Saba prefer Canadian students?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> You can get an apartment right near campus and walk, use public transportation, car pool, or get your own car
<covarubious> what are the major disadvantages of going to a Caribbean med school?
<covarubious> oh, i heard there is a bus too that can pick you up if you are off campus?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> While we are heavily Canadian, we evaluate everyone equally regardless of citizenship. As was already referenced, we are setting up a loan program for everyone starting with the Sept 08 semester
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Yup, there is a public bus route
<Greg930> There are 10 semesters and you operate on trimester basis, would you say it is possible to finish in less than four full years ?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> The disadvantages are varied, your out of the country for 2 years, depending on where you want to practice some people with have a certain stereotype. But the bottom line is that if you are a strong student and do well on your USMLEs you'll get a good residency and no one will care where you went to medical school. you can still get board certified, etc.
<JoeB> How heavily does Saba wiegh medical experience? sorry i joined late.
<Elizabeth-Admissions> The program is typically 42 months, so less than 4 years
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Academics are first priority, followed by the required clinical experience, references, etc.
<covarubious> perfect, thanks. one of the major advantages about Saba to me is location. beautiful peaceful island, no distractions. imagine, a canadian with a tan. lol
<JoeB> have you herd of any students completing the program through the VA vocational rehabiltation program?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> LOL, yes it is a lovely environment, perfect for studying with some scuba diving on the side
<Elizabeth-Admissions> We are approved for VA benefits, we have students using them now.
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Please contact Janet atfinance@saba.edu for VA benefit information
<covarubious> i was thinking of getting scuba licensing between semesters. i assume you don't have to go home between breaks? can you get off campus housing right after the first semester?
<JoeB> Great thanks, I was preapproved for that program.
<Shine> Is there flexibility in the coursework (the number of electives) and accelerate or decelerate?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Many students get certified for scuba during the holiday breaks. All students must move off campus after the first semester, we have a housing coordinator on the island who will help you find suitable accommodations.
<Elizabeth-Admissions> last question, we do not advise any of our students to "accelerate or decelerate", the program is specifically designed to help you do well on the USMLE exams. Taking time off or rushing is never a good idea
<Elizabeth-Admissions> okay, thank you for all of the great questions! Please email me with any additional questions you'd like answered at
admissions@saba.edu!
<JoeB> are the classes taught in power point "block format"? are the exams given on individual subject or do they correlate between subjects?
<covarubious> power point and word docs
<Elizabeth-Admissions> good morning! questions?
<Shine> I was wondering if there is a deadline for fall semester
<Elizabeth-Admissions> good question, the september 2008 semester is virtually closed but we are still considering applicants for our September waitlist
<Elizabeth-Admissions> thats why we strongly recommend that applicants submit all materals at least 6 months in advance
<Shine> How many students are accepted for each term?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> 80-85 per semester
<covarubious> whats the acceptance rate per semester? are some semesters more competitive then others?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> September is by far our most competitive semester followed by January and May
<Greg930> Are there any spaces still open for this Sept2008 ?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Our acceptance rate is about 1:5, but that changes every semester
<Elizabeth-Admissions> We are still accepting applications for our September 2008 waitlist
<Hardik2112> I had a question. The prof. that have writen recommendation letters are not in the country. And thus they will not be able to fill out the special recommendation form in the Application package. Is it fine if I send recommendation letters in sealed envelopes(the prof has signed over the sea)?
<Greg930> for Sept2008 waitlist? OK.
<Elizabeth-Admissions> We do not require the LOR form, so feel free to send the letters you already have.
<covarubious> How important is mcat to an application?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> I said waitlist because the september class is basically closed. It is very late to apply for September 2008
<Elizabeth-Admissions> While most people do submit MCAT scores, they are not required for everyone
<lucky> Hello,my name is lucky.I would like to know if a person graduated in 1988 with a B.Sc in Microbiology & immunology with a GPA of 2.8,then an accounting degree with 3.27 and now retook all basic sciences over again with a 3.62 on 4 -Can I apply-what are my chances of being accepted?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> We only require the MCAT from those with community college science courses, C grades or lower in sciences and required coursework older than 5 years
<covarubious> for instance, i am in university here in canada. i have a 3.8 gpa currently and will apply as soon as I have my 90 credits in may 2009. A few of those credits will be transfers from college. ( a couple english classes) will i need to write the mcat?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Lucky, that depends on a number of different factors. Such as the school where you took those courses, MCAT scores if you have a them, recommendations, etc. But your Premend GPA seems competative
<Greg930> Are applications to SABA automatically considered for MUA (if an admission to Saba is denied) ?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Covarubious, it is unlikely that you will need to submit an MCAT if you only have English courses at the college
<hardik> Hw do we send the application fees
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Greg, many of the students who are not offered a seat at SUSOM are referred to MUA, but the process is not automatic. You must send us a written release to forward those materials
<lucky> Do you offer dual programs-in medecine and a MBA?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> You can pay the application fee with a personal check, bank check or money order
<hardik> the money order should be payable to who?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> SUSOM does not offer an MBA, but we do have partnership with the MBA program at Davenport. Feel free to contact the office for more information.
<Elizabeth-Admissions> As it states in the application form, all checks and money orders should be made payable to Saba University School of Medicine.
<Greg930> I have already graduated in 2001, with degree in Engineering, and my science prereqs except English are completed in the B ave, will you
require me to write the MCAT?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> We actually do not require an English course, so you would not be required to submit MCAT scores
<Shine> Is there anyway to check the application status?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> you must contact Joanne at information@saba.edu* or call the office for that information
<covarubious> Can you tell me the difference between Matthews and hillside dorms?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> our Information Coordinator will gladly help you with that
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Matthews dorms are doubles while Hillside are quads or suites
<Elizabeth-Admissions> In both cases you share a bathroom with one other person of the same gender, but in Hillside you get a kitchen/living room area
<covarubious> Ah, cool. How are dorms assigned and can we make requests?
<Greg930> the tuition fees posted for clinicals, do they include hospital surcharges? ie, are there any additional charges on top of the clinical tuition ? just to help us in financial planning,
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Accepted applicants fill out a dorm preference form, the assignments are made on the basis of the date you satisfy our tuition requirement
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Greg, there can be depending on the hospital. Please contact the clinical office for specific information.
<covarubious> great! how early can we move in? i heard the earliest is a week befor classes?
<Shine> Are the opportunities for students those would like to do research?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Move in dates depend on the dorm assignment. Students can usually move in to Matthews a week before and about 5 days before in Hillside
<Elizabeth-Admissions> There are numerous research opportunities on the island, primarily in the area of hyperbaric medicine
<covarubious> How easy is it to get back to Canada after graduation?
<Shine> How about clinical experiences in the first two years?
<Greg930> Can I do a rotation in Canada arranged by Saba, or do I need to arrange that myself?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> have you seen our residency match list? In 2008, our residency match rate for Canadian students looking for Canadian
residencies was about 86%.
<Elizabeth-Admissions> We offer both core and elective rotations in Canada, our classes are over 50% Canadian now
<covarubious> great! so if i wanted to practice medicine in canada after getting my usmle would i have to write more exams?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Shine, students get plenty of clinical experience on the island by participating in community health fairs and screenings for the island residents. They screen for things like diabetes, high blood pressure, etc.
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Depends on the province in which you want to practice. Some of them require seperate exams and some dont, I recommend checking with your provincial licensing board for more inforamtion
<Greg930> If Sept2008 is pretty much closed, if I apply this month and select Jan2009 entry, how likely is the availability of space for Jan2009?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> We are still accepting applications for the January 2009 semester, you should be fine as long as you apply within the next 2-3 months
<covarubious> so if i want to apply for may 2009 i should start my app in oct/nov?
<Greg930> WIll there be any "timing" problem with respect with the Match if started schooling in January (not usual Sept) ?
<Shine> I applied for Sept 08 and since it is closed, would the admission be deferred to Jan 09 then?
<covarubious> even though i would have what i need to get in yet...
<Elizabeth-Admissions> We are already recieving applications for May 2009, so I recommend applying by November or December at the latest.
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Actually January and May are the best semester start dates for Canadians, they allow you the most time to deal with extra exams, USMLE III, etc. Either way you'd be in the 2013 match
<covarubious> long does it take to complete core rotations on average?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Shine, depends when you submitted your materials, have you hear any response from the Admissions Committee? You may have made the September deadline, if not then we'll automatically look at you for January
<Elizabeth-Admissions> We currently do not have any "bench time" between rotations, but the time depends on the students. Some like extra time if they have to move sites, some purposely take time off to visit family, etc.
<covarubious> How are the match rates? What Percentage of Saba grads match somewhere (either in US or Canada) as soon as they graduate?
<Shine> I have submitted everything last week but I have not heard from the Admissions Commmittee yet
<Elizabeth-Admissions> For Canadians or U.S.? For Canadians our match rate this year was 93% for the U.S. students it was about 88%.
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Shine, if your application is complete, you should be hearing from us in the next 2-3 weeks
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Yes, we are very proud of our Canadian matches. The Canadian students are typically excellent.
<Greg930> Does Saba still send the financial aid package for student loan for those accepted?
<covarubious> great, i keep hearing that if you go to a carib school its impossible to get back to canada to practice etc. this makes me a little more hopeful
<Elizabeth-Admissions> The acceptance packets typically include any available finacial aid info, I recommend contacting Janet at finance@saba.edu for loan inforamtion.
<Shine> How much an interview process account for admission?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Covarubious, if you look at our matches, you can see that it is quite possible to get a Canadian residency
<covarubious> goes to show you should never listen to rumors ;)
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Interviews, are a major factor in our decisions. They can "make or break" the application. We really try to get to know that applicant, we want to make sure they fit at SUSOM.
<covarubious> speaking of financial aid, can you tell me anything about your loan situation? i heard theres a new thing the school is setting up...
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Yes, we are in the process of setting up a new loan program for the September 2008 semester, but you'd have to contact finance for the details.
<Shine> Are there any scholarship opportunities available?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> We offer scholarships for applicants who are natives of the Netherlands-Antilles
<covarubious> so we can get more info on the financial aid chat in 2 weeks?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Thats the goal! All accepted Sept 08 students will recieve an invite shortly for the finacial aid chat.
<Greg930> How many spots roughly are you looking to fill in for January2009 Entry?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Yeah, the lending market is a bit up in the air right now but students have to have loans available. We're confident that most of these issues will be settled soon.
<covarubious> can you tell me what criteria are most important for admissions? for example, which the order of important of gpa versus referals, clinical experience etc
<Elizabeth-Admissions> The January 2009 semester will be about 80-85 students, with a rolling admission process it is impossible to tell you how many seats are left at this point
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Number one is academics (GPA, MCATs, etc.) followed by volunteer experience, referrals, etc.
<Elizabeth-Admissions> We do not accept students that we aren't 100% confident can succeed
<Shine> I heard that caribbean graduates are required to take clinical skills assessment in addition to USMLE? If I start in Jan, is the timing going to be off to take the exams?
<covarubious> whats the best idea for banking on the island? i assume american dollar is best?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Those rules went out the window over 10 years ago, Saba grads only have to the USMLE steps just like the U.S. medical students
<Elizabeth-Admissions> The currency is U.S., you can keep your own bank account and use the ATM to get cash in the island
<covarubious> What is a good health insurance plan for Canadian students?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> We offer a health insurance plan of our students through CMI
<Elizabeth-Admissions>SABA Insurance Plans (http://www.cmi-insurance.com/SABA.html)
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<Shine> How about transportation for students even though we are going to live on campus for first year?
<Greg930> what is the attrition rate for Saba?
<JoeB> Hi elizabeth, wondering if US students are at a disadvantage when applying for addmission to Saba? As far as not having loans, does Saba prefer Canadian students?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> You can get an apartment right near campus and walk, use public transportation, car pool, or get your own car
<covarubious> what are the major disadvantages of going to a Caribbean med school?
<covarubious> oh, i heard there is a bus too that can pick you up if you are off campus?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> While we are heavily Canadian, we evaluate everyone equally regardless of citizenship. As was already referenced, we are setting up a loan program for everyone starting with the Sept 08 semester
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Yup, there is a public bus route
<Greg930> There are 10 semesters and you operate on trimester basis, would you say it is possible to finish in less than four full years ?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> The disadvantages are varied, your out of the country for 2 years, depending on where you want to practice some people with have a certain stereotype. But the bottom line is that if you are a strong student and do well on your USMLEs you'll get a good residency and no one will care where you went to medical school. you can still get board certified, etc.
<JoeB> How heavily does Saba wiegh medical experience? sorry i joined late.
<Elizabeth-Admissions> The program is typically 42 months, so less than 4 years
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Academics are first priority, followed by the required clinical experience, references, etc.
<covarubious> perfect, thanks. one of the major advantages about Saba to me is location. beautiful peaceful island, no distractions. imagine, a canadian with a tan. lol
<JoeB> have you herd of any students completing the program through the VA vocational rehabiltation program?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> LOL, yes it is a lovely environment, perfect for studying with some scuba diving on the side
<Elizabeth-Admissions> We are approved for VA benefits, we have students using them now.
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Please contact Janet atfinance@saba.edu for VA benefit information
<covarubious> i was thinking of getting scuba licensing between semesters. i assume you don't have to go home between breaks? can you get off campus housing right after the first semester?
<JoeB> Great thanks, I was preapproved for that program.
<Shine> Is there flexibility in the coursework (the number of electives) and accelerate or decelerate?
<Elizabeth-Admissions> Many students get certified for scuba during the holiday breaks. All students must move off campus after the first semester, we have a housing coordinator on the island who will help you find suitable accommodations.
<Elizabeth-Admissions> last question, we do not advise any of our students to "accelerate or decelerate", the program is specifically designed to help you do well on the USMLE exams. Taking time off or rushing is never a good idea
<Elizabeth-Admissions> okay, thank you for all of the great questions! Please email me with any additional questions you'd like answered at
admissions@saba.edu!
<JoeB> are the classes taught in power point "block format"? are the exams given on individual subject or do they correlate between subjects?
<covarubious> power point and word docs