CHECKLISTProspective Students
Welcome to OCPM. This section is for any prospective students who are considering OCPM and any new students who have been accepted or deposited with the college. We hope the following information is helpful to your decision-making or transition to campus.
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Key Contacts
The Office of Student Affairs and Admission is here for you to answer questions or clarify any details regarding the admission or enrollment process. Any office at OCPM can be reached by dialing 216-231-3300 (locally), 1-800-821-6562 (in Ohio) or 1-800-238-7903 (outside Ohio) and asking for the extension or office.
Contact the Dean for information or inquiries about admissions criteria, Commencement, Orientation, binary agreements, and international student documentation.
Lois Lott, Dean of Student Affairs
(216) 231-3300 or x7485
llott@ocpm.edu
Contact Diane with questions about the admissions process, Official Campus Visitation and scheduling of admissions interviews, and Commencement.
Diane Barkley, Secretary
x7486
dbarkley@ocpm.edu
Contact Kristy regarding questions about Orientation, Commencement, Pre-Health Advisors Open House, admissions, housing, and student health insurance.
Kristy DiPalma, Director of Student Affairs
x7489
kdipalma@ocpm.edu
Contact Lorie for information about Recruitment and the Pre-Professional Internship Program.
Lorie Franck, Recruiter
x7488
lfranck@ocpm.edu
Contact Aaron for information about Recruitment and the Pre-Professional Internship Program.
Aaron Berger, Recruiter
x7487
aberger@ocpm.edu
Contact Kathy for information about federal financial assistance, private loan programs, and scholarship eligibility.
Kathy Wright, Financial Aid Specialist
x7490
kwright@ocpm.edu
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Financial Aid
Once you have submitted your Financial Aid Application and all required documents the Financial Aid Office will examine them, then the award process will begin. The goal is to provide your financial aid award letter one month prior to the start of classes.
Award notifications and instructions for the on-line master promissory note will be mailed to the address you provided on your admissions file.Read the instructions included with the paperwork and complete and sign as instructed. The award note is to be returned to the Financial Aid Office (a copy is provided for your records). Please direct any questions you may have regarding your financial aid to Kathy Wright, at ext. 7490. Financial Aid information is included here, and Lender and benefits summary for incoming students can be found here.
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New Student Orientation / Pre-matriculation Program
New student Orientation begins Thursday, July 30, 2009. All new students are REQUIRED to attend. It is in your best interests to move to the Cleveland area by mid-July to allow yourself time to become familiar with your surroundings. Once Orientation begins, you will need to concentrate on school, not on how to get home or finding the grocery store. As of 3/3/2009 the March of 2009 newsletter has been posted.
Verified Credentials New Student Background Check
New students need to visit the Verified Credentials site and fill out the forms online. First year students, as well as incoming students and third year students that are starting their clerkships all need to complete the web form. Click on the link below. No other background checks will be accepted. Please have this completed by July 10, 2009.See https://client.VerifiedCredentials.com/OCPM/
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Housing Fair 2009
OCPM will be hosting its annual housing fair on Saturday, June 13, 2009, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine. Representatives from area housing complexes will be on hand to answer your questions, schedule tours and sign leases. Also, on hand, will be area bank representatives, if you are interested in opening a local checking or savings account.
Housing Letter
If you are an incoming student, and you need to provide proof to your leasing agent that you will be an OCPM student, please email Kristy or call (216) 916-7489 to obtain a housing letter.
Insurance Needs
Insurance needs are met through Case Western Reserve University and BCS Insurance. Every student is required to have University Health Services through Case Western University for a fee per semester. In addition to this, every student is required to have major medical insurance. The Student Medical Plan can be provided to every student through BCS Insurance, as well, for a fee per semester. Students have the option of waiving the major medical insurance if coverage is provided by a parent or spouse, or if they have their own major medical insurance. The waiver option will take place during Orientation. The fees are factored into each student's yearly budget. A reimbursement check will be provided to those students who sign a waiver before the given deadline. The coverage runs from August 1st - January 1st; and again from January 1st - August 1st.
Mandatory Student Insurance
Case Western Reserve University Health Services Forms:
All incoming students must fill out the CWRU Health Services forms in preparation for the start of school. THIS IS A MANDATORY PROCEEDURE TO CONTINUE YOUR ENROLLMENT PROCESS. ALL INCOMING STUDENTS MUST RETURN THIS INFORMATION TO CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY IN ORDER TO START SCHOOL IN AUGUST. The Medical and Immunization forms can be found at http://studentaffairs.case.edu/health/forms/, click on "New Student Medical Packet". Print, complete, and mail back to CWRU at:
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Rite of Passage
A white coat ceremony will take place on Sunday, August 2, 2009. The 2009 White Coat Ceremony invitation, driving directions, along with a list of hotels and rates are now posted; just follow the links for each to view the information (in PDF format). OCPM must have your official coat size prior to Orientation in preparation for the ceremony. Each student needs to provide their full name and coat size (Women's sizes 4-22; Men's sizes 38-52). The white coat size is the same as the seasonal jacket you purchase for the spring/winter, etc.) Email this information directly to Barbara Strong at bstrong@ocpm.edu, by June 4, 2009. This event is for both four and five year students.
Internet Access Agreement Form & New User Name Registration
Please follow both of these links below. You need to fill out the new user name registartion form (it will be submitted electronically). Print the last page of the Student Conduct Agreement for Electronic Access to OCPM Networks & Resources Form. THIS IS A MANDATORY PROCEEDURE. You need only print the last page, fill it out, sign it, and mail by June 4th, 2009 to:
Marsha Deetz
Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine
6000 Rockside Woods Blvd.
Independence, OH 44131
* You will receive a student OCPM e-mail address when you arrive for orientation in July *
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New Student Checklist
What you need to submit before orientation on July 31st:
- Do background check online at Verified Credentials by July 10th, 2009.
- Mail mandatory student insurance form to Case Western Reserve University.
- E-mail Barb Strong coat size for Rite of Passage Ceremony by June 4th (Four year students only).
- Mail Internet Agreement Form to Marsha Deetz at OCPM by June 4th, 2009 .
- If you were accepted on a conditional basis, make sure all of the appropriate information (test scores, final transcripts, etc.) are in by Orientation on July 30th.
- Update e-mail and mailing addresses as they change to Kristy at kdipalma@ocpm.edu.