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I got an interview invite to LECOM and have been scrambling to find an honest review of the school. I don't want the few to speak for the many, but I am still turned off because of those few posters. If someone could answer a few questions that I have then it would be greatly appreciated.

1. Is the admin at LECOM-Erie as bad as they say it is, and why?

2. Are there opportunities, for research, leadership, etc.? And if there are then how plentiful is it?

3. Could you give any insight to the Learning Pathways they have? Do these actually cater to students?

4. Finally, what support can I find as a 3rd or 4th year preparing for residency? Does the large network favor match results? Are there paths towards competitive specialties? (I have my eyes on general surgery)

Hello, I’ve submitted my DO applications to a bunch of schools and was debating on whether or not to apply to LECOM Bradenton. I’ve heard a lot of bad press about the school, so I wanted to learn more about it from students that go there or have graduated. I’m a Florida resident, so staying in Florida would be ideal. Is the school really as miserable as people make it seem out to be? The tuition is really cheap and the board pass rates and match rates are good which make me want to apply.

Hey guys, as a prospective student there are a couple of doctors and profs whose research I am interested in. I want to reach out to them but I cannot find emails, and some of them don’t have LinkedIn. Any suggestions?

If u were in my shoes. Waitlisted at Bradenton and AL at Erie. Would u resubmit an aacomas app to Lecom or wait until the end of July. Money is kinda tight rn. Not sure what to do.

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I am legitimately curious why administration won’t let go of the ridiculous rules. They know it’s hurting their reputation. Do they not care, or are they too deep into it to admit they are ridiculous? Is it ego at this point?

Hi!

I'm planning on applying to LECOM for this upcoming cycle... I was wondering if LECOM views applicants who apply with an AIS vs. an MCAT the same or differently? I do have an MCAT score, but it is well below the 50% percentile (491) but I have an AIS score of 128... Would that suffice for admissions? I was considering retaking the MCAT to apply to more schools, but would an AIS score that meets LECOM's requirements be enough to gain admission? Please advice!

Hello! I recently submitted my application for 2026/2027 cycle. Does anyone have any tips for how to stand out? I would love to hear anything that could be helpful!!

I have gotten the 2 waitlist interest emails for Erie campus and recently on Wednesday I got a text asking if I was still interested in my application. should I take this as a good sign?

Anyone who did the program have any regrets about doing it? If so, what? If not, Why not? I personally just committed to it as a senior in high school and I am worried I gave my MD chances and maybe MD speciality chances away.

Guys. If you’re waitlisted at LECOM rn —- any campus— just build up your apps and reapply to a better school. There are so many students here that will agree with me. Don’t go to Erie SETON HILL OR BRADENTON. It’s not worth it. I’m balding.
I have so many friends that go to other medical school that are doing so much better. Save yourself.

really important since the July 1st deadline is coming up. starting eap program in the fall.i already entered my dual credit grades in the LECOM portal. what do I do about AP credits. is me sending the score report back when applying good enough or do I have to enter them on the portal as well but I don't get how cause they weren't a college class with a course code!

I'm so confused! please help quick!!!

how do you all students and faculty survive the snow in LECOM. My mom is worried about living in apartments located further from the campus.

How does one not lose hope on this WL while other people already are staring? I’m scared, do I reapply? Do I have hope since this is my only WL and potential option? I’m losing it.

Has anyone received an II yet for the 2026 - 2027 application cycle? I submitted primary and then received supplemental... No II yet.

Incoming DO at erie, im interested in a competitive specialty, is it reasonable to start reaching out/getting involved in/about research or is it too much of a strain?

has anyone received a decision yet for 26-27 cycle? if so, when did you submit your interview?

Any recent movement or contact with Erie off the alternate list? SDN is dead

(for LECOM EAP) I took the June SAT as my first SAT and recieved my results today which were 1450. I expected it to be higher so I was planning to apply immedately after. I am taking July ACT. Should I wait meaning it would be submitted around august 1 with (hopefully) ~34 ACT or submit it within the next few days? i didnt study for sat or sleep the night before so i know i can do better on the ACT. I just want to know, is that one month gonna make a difference at all? also the month difference would change my healthcare volunteering hours from 200 to 300.

my other stats if anyone was curious:

• 3.89 uwGPA 4.3 wGPA
• STEM governor's school attendee
• 5 AP courses (+5 senior year/this summer)
• Academic Team Captain (1st at regionals, 3rd at states, 1st team all region indivually)
• HOSA founder, VP (11), Pres (12)
• ~200 hours volunteering at local free clinic (triage and scribe)
• ~100 hours shadowing primary care
• Science Olympiad Anatomy, 1st at regionals, state qualifier
• design editor of threepeat state champ winning yearbook
• Completed three research projects, earned 2nd in school, 2nd at regionals, 3rd in school (it is a research based school so this is actually competitive).
• Varsity Swim 8,9,11,12
• Varsity Volleyball 9,10,11
• Travel Volleyball 9,10,11,12
• Statewide Organizer & state Communications director for national grassroots movement 10,11,12
• chess club 11, pres 12
• built web game (still in progress but i should be done by then)

How often do PBL students go to campus in-person? Also, do people ever switch pathways?