May 2010

[islandthrift]

Congrats to those accepted to the May 2010 class. Please feel free to post here!

[Blue6roses]

Has anyone already been accepted for May 2010 or anyone just now getting an interview?:D

[blondystippy]

I'll be there after merp! =)

[Blue6roses]

Congrats! At least you're on your way =)
I'm still waiting to hear on an interview.

[NikolaTesla]

I just got accepted for May 2010, I'm coming from Toronto.
I just finished my Masters and I'm starting in May... I've gotten acceptance to SGU, and Saba as well and I have yet to make up my mind.

[Blue6roses]

NikolaTesla I just got accepted for May 2010, I'm coming from Toronto.
I just finished my Masters and I'm starting in May... I've gotten acceptance to SGU, and Saba as well and I have yet to make up my mind.

Congrats to all accounts! It's nice to have options.

[BoiseStateDiver]

I'm in for May of 2010 as well. Found out this past Tuesday. :)

[Blue6roses]

Congrats Boise -
I'm still trying to get them all the paperwork they want... before I can get an interview... It would therotically make sense that they would tell you all things you needed to turn it at one time, but I guess I'm wrong. ;) I'll just be happy when I've given them everything they want.

[The Cable Guy]

I applied for the May 2010 semester and Ross notified me that I've been granted an interview in North Brunswick, NJ!!! How quickly should I go to this interview to increase my chance of being accepted?

[AspiringMedicalDoctor]

I'll be attending in May 2010 after MERP as well!

[djquickfingers]

i'm joining the MERP hopefuls for May 2010

[Blue6roses]

congrats dj and aspiring:D

[adeolaonedimple8]

I will be there in May too...guys, when I saw May 2010 I was too excited...we are on way to becoming physicians!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Good luck to those that are in the interview stage!!!

[BoiseStateDiver]

Has anyone found a May 2010 group on Facebook? I have looked and had no luck finding one. Anyone have spouses/bf/gf thinking of coming down with you?

[Blue6roses]

Hey Boise..
If I get accepted I'll be bringing my husband. =)

Haven't looked on facebook yet bc not in yet. Congrats again though.

[adeolaonedimple8]

Hey Guys...here is the link to the facebook group......now we can put faces to the names.

See you all in May....it's closer than what we think!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Login | Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/groups/create.php?customize&gid=127843213845#/group.php?gid=127843213845)

[premedical]

Hey I just interviewed for a spot in the May 2010 class. I am really excited to hear back!

[Blue6roses]

good luck pre med! =)

cable guy - not sure if you already went but i had read that if you interview earlier there's a possibility of being accepted before others - so i would think the earlier the better ?? not sure

thanks for the link dimple! - if i get in ill look it up =)

[adeolaonedimple8]

Hey I just interviewed for a spot in the May 2010 class. I am really excited to hear back!

Good Luck premedical!!!!!

[prost]

Be there after MERP!!!

[premedical]

I got accepted!!!!! Yay! How excited is everyone to go!!!! :D

[RN2DOC]

Can u share ure stats? Those of u that just got accepted

[Roast27]

i had my interview earlier this week in miami, i felt really good about it and am hoping to hear some good news soon. i will keep you all posted

[prost]

Just wondering, what day does the May 2010 term start? I'm in MERP for this November and was just wondering. Thanks and good luck to everyone!!

[Blue6roses]

good luck roast -

prost - the hand book on the web page for ross says may 10th

[Roast27]

How long after your interview does it take for your status to change from committee review to im assuming decision made or accepted or whatever it is supposed to say next?

[mspropst]

How long after your interview does it take for your status to change from committee review to im assuming decision made or accepted or whatever it is supposed to say next?

After your interview it has to get sent to the Admissions Committee (ADCOM) in Dominica which meets on Weds, so a week or two is what I've heard.

[MEDGENE]

I got 17M in my MCAT and GPA is 3.2....What are my chances??? (I am applying for may 2010)......I do got lots of experience in hospital work, volunteer and all.

Thank you for your time!!!

[mspropst]

I got 17M in my MCAT and GPA is 3.2....What are my chances??? (I am applying for may 2010)......I do got lots of experience in hospital work, volunteer and all.

Thank you for your time!!!

Like I posted on the "what are my chances?" thread...

"No chance at straight admission. Maybe a MERP, but a slight chance at that. Take an MCAT course and apply with the new and hopefully better score. If its not better, all I can say is that not everyone is cut out to be a doctor. Maybe not even me, we'll see."

PLEASE don't post on multiple topics with the same post. I know you want an answer, but if the topic is at the top of the thread, you will most likely get a response pretty quick. Otherwise its just annoying.

[mspropst]

Oh, and you get a copied and pasted response in return for your repeated question.

[TxAggiePredoc]

Goin' into my senior year at Texas A&M for a degree in Genetics. I have a 3.2 GPA and got a disappointing 24 on the MCAT. Got an interview early in the summer and two weeks later got the Acceptance letter in the mail for May 2010. So all of you who are hesitant about applying because of low scores.... APPLY! You never know

[Blue6roses]

good job tx aggie

[Roast27]

The date on my application status was changed today cause i believed they reviewed my file but the status has not been changed. Think i should give my interviewer a call tomorrow?

[Roast27]

got the acceptance call this morning... this is the first school ive gotten into so im super excited!!! now lets see if i can get into a few more so i have some options!

[Ubuntu]

congrats!:clapover:

[George2013]

I just got accepted for May 2010, I'm coming from Toronto.
I just finished my Masters and I'm starting in May... I've gotten acceptance to SGU, and Saba as well and I have yet to make up my mind.
Hi,
Congrats!!! I'm from Canada, too. I'm wondering when did you submit your application and how long did it take to get a response for an interview?
Thanks.

[George2013]

I just got accepted for May 2010, I'm coming from Toronto.
I just finished my Masters and I'm starting in May... I've gotten acceptance to SGU, and Saba as well and I have yet to make up my mind.
Hi NikolaTesla,

Do you mind if you give me a list of the question you were asked in the interview? Thanks!

[Dr.Coxy]

I'm from Canada, and I got my interview on a friday and got my answer by tuesday. I also got a response for the interview about 2-3 days after submitting my application.

[docdonny]

Hey guys,

Im coming to dominica for May 2010. I was thinking about getting house close to campus. I've been reading on here that its a cheaper option as opposed to getting an individual apartment. If any guys are interested, let me know

[RN2DOC]

also got accepted for may 2010

[Doddage]

If someone is going to start in May 2010, when would they graduate?

[EngineerKen]

Interviewing one week from today for May 2010 entering! Hopefully all goes well and I can start making some real plans to head to the island. Interview is a 4 hour drive away and it starts at 10am so I'm debating whether I want to get up super early and make the drive or just get a hotel and drive down the evening before. I'll post back here when I get a verdict!

[Ubuntu]

oh I just got my interview set up ...except its a 13 hr drive! or a flight I guess...but I think a good ol long weekend in CO could be fun

[medic300107]

technically you would be applying for the 2014 match

[girlfromcali]

My interview is scheduled for January. Will the May 2010 class be full by then? Are they still accepting people?

[Dr.Coxy]

They are most definitely still accepting people. People for the JANUARY semester were still being accepted like a few weeks ago. I was accepted sometime in november, only a month and a half before the semester starts!

[electroshok]

for anyone who is not already going.....Ross is a bad idea!

[rolla]

for anyone who is not already going.....Ross is a bad idea!

HA! You just posted an ad trying to sell your car at AUC.. said you were paranoid about breaking down and getting raped. I bet no one's worrying about that at Ross.

I'm guessing you failed out of Ross and switched to AUC because they were the only ones who would take you.

[EngineerKen]

for anyone who is not already going.....Ross is a bad idea!

Electroshok,
I value anyone's post on the site here and most appreciate the ability people have to express their opinions both for and against a school. I have found independent research on these schools to be an invaluable resource. As a student actively pursuing admittance into Ross, would you please elaborate on your previous comment?

[BrianK0220]

Just interviewed in Kansas City, MO Dec. 16 for May 2010. The committee meets Jan 3, and I'm supposed to hear back middle of January. We'll see what happens.

[AsianMiller]

I interviewed December 4th and I was notified of my acceptance via email on December 18th.

30 mcat and 3.4 undergrad, 3.0 science

[girlfromcali]

My interview is coming up. I have a very specific question. How would my interview questions differ as a student who has children? What types of questions should I anticipate? Please respond if you have been accepted or are currently a student at Ross, and you are a parent. I really want to be as prepared as possible for my interview because I want to attend in May. Thanks!

[scooper32]

Briank0220, I am interviewing next month in K.C. Could you let me know about your experience. Thank you

[RN2DOC]

I interviwed back in october and was accepted exactly 4weeks later. my stats are 19M on the MCAT and 3.4 GPA. I am a parent and had to work my way thru my education while supporting my husband and kid. I am also a Registered Nurse with lots of experience and EC'S. I think my background is really what pulled me thru and offset the low MCAT score. I was given straight admission for the MAY 2010 class but it looks like i will be differing till january 2011 to save tons of money and properly arrange for my trip. Besides I also got 1 interview with an MD school here in the US and 2 DO Interviews. i have my fingers crossed and waiting to see what they may say. anyhow, during my interview with ross, i basically told the lady that i had always had to take care of my child and work full-time. i do not plan to take my family down with me to the island as this will give me all the time to concentrate and don't have to worry about changing diapers. i plan on seeing them only during breaks or when my husband flys down to visit. the first 16months would be crucial and i think that is what will work best for us. with good time management skills, i should be find. hope that helps.

[rarison]

I interviewed on Dec. 8th and got my acceptance call on the 17th. I initially applied for September but asked in the interview if I could move it up to May. I got an 18M on the MCAT with 3.6 GPA. Thought I would get merped. I am a respiratory therapist and had to work my way through premed, so that must have helped out a lot. Congrats to everyone starting in May and see you there!

[BoiseStateDiver]

Hi Everyone! For those of you who will be heading down in May don't forget to add the facebook group for May 2010! I just received all the paperwork with the visa information along with other things in the mail. Can't wait to meet everyone!

Merry Christmas!

[yaya26]

My interview is coming up on the 5th of Jan. I am really freaked and excited at the same time. I have practically gone through all forums and stickies looking for someone who got in with my stats. Can anyone who got in for may 2010 please provide their stats so I can compare. Thank you kindly guys.

Overall GPA: 2.5
Science Overall GPA: 3.3
Pre-requisite GPA: 3.66
MCAT: 23
Clinical experiences: 50hrs shadowing
Volunteering at hospitals, 3 research positions, and tons of leadership position in undergrad clubs.

[DEQNY85]

that overal gpa is a major killer

[gametown19]

I second that. Overall GPA is low but science GPA might be redeeming. Might get Merpd, if not accepted. It is good u are applying for may, might be easier to get accepted in that semester.

[EngineerKen]

Interviewing one week from today for May 2010 entering! Hopefully all goes well and I can start making some real plans to head to the island. Interview is a 4 hour drive away and it starts at 10am so I'm debating whether I want to get up super early and make the drive or just get a hotel and drive down the evening before. I'll post back here when I get a verdict!

:D Got my straight acceptance today for May 2010! See everyone down there!

Stats for those interested:
Engineering undergrad: 3.55 gpa (3.5 sci)
MCAT: 20
Coming from Michigan

[medic300107]

I interviwed back in october and was accepted exactly 4weeks later. my stats are 19M on the MCAT and 3.4 GPA. I am a parent and had to work my way thru my education while supporting my husband and kid. I am also a Registered Nurse with lots of experience and EC'S. I think my background is really what pulled me thru and offset the low MCAT score. I was given straight admission for the MAY 2010 class but it looks like i will be differing till january 2011 to save tons of money and properly arrange for my trip. Besides I also got 1 interview with an MD school here in the US and 2 DO Interviews. i have my fingers crossed and waiting to see what they may say. anyhow, during my interview with ross, i basically told the lady that i had always had to take care of my child and work full-time. i do not plan to take my family down with me to the island as this will give me all the time to concentrate and don't have to worry about changing diapers. i plan on seeing them only during breaks or when my husband flys down to visit. the first 16months would be crucial and i think that is what will work best for us. with good time management skills, i should be find. hope that helps.

I have to wonder how you pulled that off.

[RN2DOC]

This is to show that ROSS and many other schools do not ONLY focus on numbers. they look at the whole and see what u as a person are capable of doing. i am glad they saw in me the hard work and dedication despite all odds. i am hoping for the MD-school here though. with God everything is possible so i am having my trust in him. i will have to go hard on prayers, trust me...He answers prayers. He opens doors where they seem to be no way.

[CALVAREZ]

Rn2Doc good luck, people like you should be proud of yourself.