How often may I use the HOST program?
We ask that you limit your travel requests to 3 times so that
we are able to accommodate as many students as possible. As
we continue to add alumni to our database, we may revise that
figure upward.
Who are the HOST volunteers?
All hosts are alumni - graduates who received their MD degree
at CU, plus residents, interns and fellows who received training
at the UC Denver.
Where are HOSTs available?
Our database has alumni from coast to coast and in between
including Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Nevada, Washington,
Minnesota, Texas, California, Arizona, and the western slope
of Colorado. With over 15,000 alumni throughout the country
- there's a potential host almost anywhere you plan to interview.
Is it possible to stay more than one day?
Yes, some alumni will work with your travel plans if you find
you need to stay an extra day to receive a better travel fare.
Is my spouse able to stay with me?
Many hosts welcome spouses, but be sure to make those arrangements
prior to your visit.
What can I expect from the host?
We simply ask the alumni host to provide overnight accommodations
in their home for you. Some alumni hosts may go beyond this
to offer transportation to and from interviews and airports,
home cooked meals, tours of the area and invaluable professional
insight on the area's medical community and your prospective
medical center.
How do I sign up to utilize the HOST program?
Fill out the student registration form to let us know when
and where you will be traveling.
How do I contact the alumni host?
After you have completed your registration, your travel request
will post on the web site. Alumni hosts will review the site
and may contact you directly if they are able to assist you.
The alumni office will also review available hosts and contact
them to secure their interest and availability. We will then
provide you with the alumnus' contact information.
What do I do if my travel or interview plans change or get
cancelled? Contact your host as soon as possible
with your updated plans.
Do I need to do anything after returning from my interview
travel?
Absolutely! Please send a thank you note to the alumnus who
hosted your stay and copy the Alumni Office as well for our
records.
