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I took epi last summer at UCLA and I highly recommend it even though it's expensive. It was pretty straightforward, easy and only 6 weeks! Plus, it really was nice getting to meet other MECNs before actually beginning the program. I've talked to some people who've taken the BYU epi course and although it's much cheaper, they expressed how inconvenient it was for them to set up and schedule proctored exams, wait for exams to be mailed in by the instructor, and lets be honest...self-teaching is definitely a lot more work than physically being in class. But to each their own!

Hi everyone! I feel your guys' pain. I really do. They did let us know beginning of March and the pain is more excruciating for waitlisters. Last year they gave the accepted people ~2 weeks to accept their offer and let waitlisters know starting from the day after the deadline. I think you can also check your admission status on the website but I don't know how often it's updated.

Hi Annie, I'm only in my second quarter of the program so I can only speak of what I've experienced thus far. So far, I'm having a good time in the program. You become extremely close with your cohort and we're like a big family, helping one another out. For both Fall '13 and Spring '14, we're attending school 3 days a week. Some days can be a drag (10 hour days of lectures and small breaks), but that can change for you. It's all about time management! I know some people can be overwhelmed and feel like they can't have time with friends and family, but I see my friends and family on a normal basis (ex. I go out every weekend). You really need to make time for yourself or you will burn out. Trust me...if I can do it, anyone can. I didn't come from a science background so I was literally sh***ing bricks when we started. We get normal breaks (Winter break, Spring break), but keep in mind you have to attend Summer session as well. Also, be prepared for a lot of moving parts. The program is still fairly "new" and since they recently switched to a larger cohort (90 students), they're still working out a few kinks. If you have a type-A personality it might become bothersome but honestly, you just need to take it as it comes because it will all eventually work itself out. Hope this answers some questions you have. If you have any other questions, don't hesitate to ask!

Hi Everyone! I'm a current first year MECN student and came across this thread. Don't worry about outstanding prereqs. They don't factor that into your acceptance. I had two prereqs I needed to fill and I know most of my classmates had other prereqs as well. Good luck with the wait! I know how nerve-racking it could be.

congrats!!!

@Tweety2013 When I emailed to accept my waitlist status, the admissions coordinator informed me of the past two cohorts. Last year they were able to accept all 60 people on the waitlist so don't lose hope!

I'm pretty sure email was my preferred method, but I would think they'd contact everyone through email since it's easier to provide the information you'll need to move forward with the process.

Hi everyone! I've been stalking this thread for awhile, but only now registered to let the waiting list people know that they're beginning to scoop people up from the waiting list! I know it's been difficult these past few weeks. I'm not sure what number they're up to now, but I was 11 on the list and received my acceptance email this morning. I'm ecstatic and can't wait to be a bruin and meet all of you!