UCLA MECN Fall 2019

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It's that time of year again! I am planning on applying for the Fall 2019 quarter. The summer 2018 information sessions are now open. Who else is applying ?

2 hours ago, Wnnw said:

I got the acceptance today as well! Excited to meet everyone ?

Congrats! The final acceptance from the graduate division? Were you able to log into the portal then?

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I didn’t get accepted this year or last but that’s ok! I wanted to share with anyone who was accepted/is on the waitlist that I took epidemiology through UC Berkeley extension last fall thinking it would make me more competitive and I loved it. It’s cheap compared to other options (around $500 when everything is said and done - the online course/book/scheduling the final). It’s online with readings and video lectures from the professors. The only in-person part of the course is the final, which you have to schedule at an exam center (there are instructions for how to do this). I recommend renting the book from amazon. The course has to be completed within less than 5 months (from the start date to the final exam date). It’s tough material but it can definitely be done in as little as 2-3 months if you work at it every day. I really liked it ?

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1 hour ago, _V17 said:

Congrats! The final acceptance from the graduate division? Were you able to log into the portal then?

Yes! The instructions were in the email.

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20 hours ago, Alexam said:

I didn’t get accepted this year or last but that’s ok! I wanted to share with anyone who was accepted/is on the waitlist that I took epidemiology through UC Berkeley extension last fall thinking it would make me more competitive and I loved it. It’s cheap compared to other options (around $500 when everything is said and done - the online course/book/scheduling the final). It’s online with readings and video lectures from the professors. The only in-person part of the course is the final, which you have to schedule at an exam center (there are instructions for how to do this). I recommend renting the book from amazon. The course has to be completed within less than 5 months (from the start date to the final exam date). It’s tough material but it can definitely be done in as little as 2-3 months if you work at it every day. I really liked it ?

Thanks for the tip!

What's the best way you suggest to study for the course? And is the material more mathematical than anything?

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Is anyone still waiting for the final admissions decision?

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1 hour ago, _V17 said:

Is anyone still waiting for the final admissions decision?

Received my official letter from the dean yesterday and completed my intent to register!

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Hi All,

I received the email acceptance from Rhonda too! I'm looking forward to meeting you all come Fall 2019. ^^

As for the Epi requirement, I still have to take it but I am torn. I want to do it through UCLA bc we could all formally meet each other before the actual start of our classes BUT it's pricey. I work full time and I want to save as much money as possible prior to starting so I think UCB would be a better alternative to save money and time since it's online.

For those wanting to know my background, here it is:

1. Cumulative GPA was a 3.51. I had mostly B+ to B's and few A's in my science pre-req classes, A's for my other non-science classes, and had some AP credit that counted towards my pre-reqs from high school.

2. BS Degree in Food & Nutrition (dietetics emphasis). Completed a year-long internship and am currently a registered dietitian working in a hospital and skilled nursing facility (I had the "direct patient care" they were looking for). For those of you like what is a dietitian?? I assess patients' nutritional status, calculate their nutrition needs, recommend diets, etc. I work closely with the IDT and interview/speak with patients on a daily basis.

3. My 3 letters of rec: 2 from my undergraduate professors that were related to my field (College of Agriculture Department Head and a Food Science professor), 1 from my boss at the hospital (I felt that was more pertinent, she attested to my clinical experience and interactions with patients).

4. Additional extra curricular activities: I was involved in my college of agriculture's honor society during undergrad (initiation chair), was a TA for my professor, had 2 years volunteer experience at UCI (this was NOT recent btw, I volunteered there 2014-2016), and was president of my dietetic internship. All of which I had listed on my resume, in Mark's words "The more the better!" Keep in mind my resume was ONE page.. (Yes, I fit all of that in there thanks to the help of my brother-in-law who actually TOLD me to, and I'm so glad I listened).

If there's anything else you wanted to know, feel free to message me on here. ^_^

I applied to 4 schools in total, CSUN, UCI, CSUF, UCLA. CSUN didn't accept me, but I when I messaged back to ask why, they said I didn't have "direct patient experience" *insert Maury meme, WELL THAT WAS A LIE* I think whoever looked over my app just didn't know what a dietitian was or didn't thoroughly review my application. Anyway, I'm waiting to hear back from UCI and CSUF, but honestly UCLA was/is my #1 and I 100% intend going there with you guys (Go BRUINS!!).

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PS - Feel free to join the facebook page: UCLA MECN Class of 2021!

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2 hours ago, pillow_ho said:

PS - Feel free to join the facebook page: UCLA MECN Class of 2021!

Yay just joined!

And I thought about that too, but decided on UCB extension for epi as well for the cost. Trying to save as much as possible haha.

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6 hours ago, pillow_ho said:

PS - Feel free to join the facebook page: UCLA MECN Class of 2021!

I'm unable to find the group on Facebook. I searched for UCLA MECN Class of 2021.

EDIT** Never mind. Found it! haha

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Out of curiosity, does anyone know how many applicants there were this year?

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Hi! I was accepted into the MECN program this year and planning on taking the Epi class starting in June at UCLA. I couldn't find the facebook page for some reason!? Looking forward to meeting everyone!

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