***Official Thread for 2020 BSMD applicants***

[Vicky2019]

@walter2020

Just got in to HPME! Calls going out today and emails later.

Thats awesome! Congratulations on your acceptance to NU HPME

[Vicky2019]

@walter2020 - Please do share your stats/perspectives including your experience at HPME interview. All the current/future applicants will appreciate that

[Vicky2019]

@BAMDHopeful

@Vicky2019 Stony Brook has changed to online interview.

Thank you!

[ubsmd2020]

@walter2020

Just got in to HPME! Calls going out today and emails later.

Congratulations !!!

[grtd2010]

@ubsmd2020

@grtd2010

@ubsmd2020

@PPofEngrDr

@2020oof

Do HPME decisions come out today with Northwestern decisions?

Believe it comes day after.

@PPofEngrDr

@2020oof

Do HPME decisions come out today with Northwestern decisions?

Believe it comes day after.

Got waitlisted UG NU so that mean rejected from HPME right. There goes one more BSMD and Only one left now in state. @NoviceDad

Good Luck to you on NJMS. It is not a bad choice for BS/MD for a NJ resident if selected. It is cheaper than most private medical schools as it is supported by state funds.

Yes I agree definetly going if I get in there but interivew for NJMS did not went well and HPME went very well so was hoping for luck for that one and would have gotten if was selected.

Hoping my luck will come through the last NJMS BSMD program, otherwise will go through traditional route. If not BSMD praying GOD and Hoping to get some and hope to get lucky for any 4 year decisions outcome tomorrow. And really thank you for replying all my texts and wishing me luck. Did you get into your BSMD program already and wish you all the best luck for your outcomes.

FYI, D went through the bs/md cycle a couple of years ago and is a junior now.

[grtd2010]

@ubsmd2020

@grtd2010

@ubsmd2020

@NoviceDad

@sguni_2016 @ubsmd2020

From what I know, waitlisted by NU-undergrad usually means rejection by HPME.
As best, waitlisted by HPME.

@NoviceDad

@sguni_2016 @ubsmd2020

From what I know, waitlisted by NU-undergrad usually means rejection by HPME.
As best, waitlisted by HPME.

Thank you but do not understand why they waitlisted if they have invited for interview I thought they pass the qualifications to admit at NU before inviting for interview for HPME since you are qualified for that still not understand why they waitlisted. I understand if they reject the HPME but then waitlisted at NU that does not sound right.

NU might not be convinced that one will attend NU alone after not being selected for SOM ( after HPME interview). Why waste a slot on some one keen on BS/MD ?

why would they think that let’s say I have not been accepted to any of the BSMD program at all so far and one left and since NU is on top 10 list and they have the Scholars program I would have attend if that’s the only one I got into for top 10. So how they convinced like that and if they think we are not even strong enough for NU why even invited for an interview for HPME and just putting our hope all togehter for UG as everywhere else is different for UG as have to go through UG first and then forwards application to the BSMD route.

Your beef is why did they invite you for HPME interview only to reject/waitlist you afterwards from NU regular admission. Every university has different procedures for different programs. What you think may not happen in real life. Please get it over with and move on.

[ubsmd2020]

@grtd2010

@ubsmd2020

@grtd2010

@ubsmd2020

@NoviceDad

@sguni_2016 @ubsmd2020

From what I know, waitlisted by NU-undergrad usually means rejection by HPME.
As best, waitlisted by HPME.

@NoviceDad

@sguni_2016 @ubsmd2020

From what I know, waitlisted by NU-undergrad usually means rejection by HPME.
As best, waitlisted by HPME.

Thank you but do not understand why they waitlisted if they have invited for interview I thought they pass the qualifications to admit at NU before inviting for interview for HPME since you are qualified for that still not understand why they waitlisted. I understand if they reject the HPME but then waitlisted at NU that does not sound right.

NU might not be convinced that one will attend NU alone after not being selected for SOM ( after HPME interview). Why waste a slot on some one keen on BS/MD ?

why would they think that let’s say I have not been accepted to any of the BSMD program at all so far and one left and since NU is on top 10 list and they have the Scholars program I would have attend if that’s the only one I got into for top 10. So how they convinced like that and if they think we are not even strong enough for NU why even invited for an interview for HPME and just putting our hope all togehter for UG as everywhere else is different for UG as have to go through UG first and then forwards application to the BSMD route.

Your beef is why did they invite you for HPME interview only to reject/waitlist you afterwards from NU regular admission. Every university has different procedures for different programs. What you think may not happen in real life. Please get it over with and move on.

Sorry for thinking that way and ofcourse is going to happen in real life everywhere that’s the life and yes will get it this over soon. Thanks though.

[grtd2010]

@ubsmd2020

@grtd2010

@ubsmd2020

@grtd2010

@ubsmd2020

@NoviceDad

@sguni_2016 @ubsmd2020

From what I know, waitlisted by NU-undergrad usually means rejection by HPME.
As best, waitlisted by HPME.

@NoviceDad

@sguni_2016 @ubsmd2020

From what I know, waitlisted by NU-undergrad usually means rejection by HPME.
As best, waitlisted by HPME.

Thank you but do not understand why they waitlisted if they have invited for interview I thought they pass the qualifications to admit at NU before inviting for interview for HPME since you are qualified for that still not understand why they waitlisted. I understand if they reject the HPME but then waitlisted at NU that does not sound right.

NU might not be convinced that one will attend NU alone after not being selected for SOM ( after HPME interview). Why waste a slot on some one keen on BS/MD ?

why would they think that let’s say I have not been accepted to any of the BSMD program at all so far and one left and since NU is on top 10 list and they have the Scholars program I would have attend if that’s the only one I got into for top 10. So how they convinced like that and if they think we are not even strong enough for NU why even invited for an interview for HPME and just putting our hope all togehter for UG as everywhere else is different for UG as have to go through UG first and then forwards application to the BSMD route.

Your beef is why did they invite you for HPME interview only to reject/waitlist you afterwards from NU regular admission. Every university has different procedures for different programs. What you think may not happen in real life. Please get it over with and move on.

Sorry for thinking that way and ofcourse is going to happen in real life everywhere that’s the life and yes will get it this over soon. Thanks though.

Your stats are very impressive ACT 35, SAT 1540, SAT II CHEM: 790, MATH II - 790 Rank: 1/550, but competition is very tough in NJ. May be stats and ECs got you the HPME interview but the competition may have pulled your down after interview. They probably limit the number of candidates selected from each state.

[ubsmd2020]

@biomeds

@ubsmd2020 it’s probably based on their past experience, my guess is that most of past HPME applicants joined another BS/MD program and chose not attend NW undergraduate only, so they will either reject or waitlist those who are not accepted by HPME program. I think you have the option to indicate whether you are still interested in the NW undergraduate admission if not accepted by HPME program, but I don’t remember which step you can do that.

Thank you for the information and will see when I get rejected HPME email later today if there is an option to do that.

[NoviceDad]

Congrats @walter2020

@ubsmd2020
NU knows most HPME applicants are competitive candidates.
If you are rejected by HPME post interview, NU (most likely based on its past experiences) has concluded you will NOT join them for regular undergrad.

That may seem unfair but remember none of the BS/MD or any application process seem fair.

I will repeat what I said yesterday:

If you are not getting positive news, Remember this is NOT the end of the world. While it is natural to be disappointed, remember this is one path to becoming a physician.
Other paths are still open.

Remember the learnings from this process. You can only emerge stronger from this. Your capabilities, talent, and your family support is still with you. And no one can take that from you.

[Vicky2019]

To all kids who are waitlisted in NU UG, and looking to be considered for UG admissions, please reach out to NU Admission officers directly. Provide your student ID (that NU gave u, see the portal) and tell them of your interest.

General Information: Email ug-admission@northwestern.edu or call 847-491-7271

Here is UG AO contact list published by NU - https://admissions.northwestern.edu/documents/territory-manager-list-fall-2019—rev.-9.13.pdf

Good Luck!!!

[ubsmd2020]

@NoviceDad

Congrats @walter2020

@ubsmd2020
NU knows most HPME applicants are competitive candidates.
If you are rejected by HPME post interview, NU (most likely based on its past experiences) has concluded you will NOT join them for regular undergrad.

That may seem unfair but remember none of the BS/MD or any application process seem fair.

I will repeat what I said yesterday:

If you are not getting positive news, Remember this is NOT the end of the world. While it is natural to be disappointed, remember this is one path to becoming a physician.
Other paths are still open.

Remember the learnings from this process. You can only emerge stronger from this. Your capabilities, talent, and your family support is still with you. And no one can take that from you.

@NoviceDad Thank you so much for all your help, I really appreicated it. I guess whatever happens is for a reason and ofcourse there is a tradtional route and happy to take that if nothing works out. Hoping for the best and preparing for the worst!!!

[suku1zar]

No update for my D with FAU she had interview on March 9th

[NoviceDad]

FAU

Folks waiting on FAU - I suggest call them and find out if they are done with sending their acceptance emails.

[ngjeuf]

@ubsmd2020 so sorry.
Stay positive.
Sometimes the negative things happen in life for much better things later on.

[NoviceDad]

@PPofEngrDr @Vicky2019

One of the NU students who my D helped with interviews got into NUPSP!

[PPofEngrDr]

@NoviceDad

@PPofEngrDr @Vicky2019

One of the NU students who my D helped with interviews got into NUPSP!

Thanks for tip.

[Vicky2019]

@NoviceDad

Congrats @walter2020

@ubsmd2020
NU knows most HPME applicants are competitive candidates.
If you are rejected by HPME post interview, NU (most likely based on its past experiences) has concluded you will NOT join them for regular undergrad.

That may seem unfair but remember none of the BS/MD or any application process seem fair.

I will repeat what I said yesterday:

If you are not getting positive news, Remember this is NOT the end of the world. While it is natural to be disappointed, remember this is one path to becoming a physician.
Other paths are still open.

Remember the learnings from this process. You can only emerge stronger from this. Your capabilities, talent, and your family support is still with you. And no one can take that from you.

I agree with @NoviceDad

If I am not wrong, NU selects 120 kids for HPME interview. Out of this about 20 kids are accepted into the program. As you all know, being part of the 120 shortlisted candidates is impressive. Be happy about your achievements. Recognize your strengths and hone them. Recognize also your weakness to overcome them. Take every failure/rejection as a lesson to learn. You have all your life to succeed!

Not every one is good at everything. We need all kinds of people in this world. What matters is you continue to improve and learn throughout your life and become your best at what you are good at!

@NoviceDad

@PPofEngrDr @Vicky2019

One of the NU students who my D helped with interviews got into NUPSP!

Thats great! There is hope with any path and with right mentors

[imsa2020nv]

Anyone heard from Case PPSP about final decisions yet?

[brainbuilder02]

anyone else heard from Hofstra?