You're a FL resident I'm assuming? Let's talk!
I grew up in SoCal but currently live in NorCal! I'm sure you'll be able to get into Ca =]
Thank you, I'll go through MSAR and work on a better list for my OOS.
I almost applied this year but I decided to take a gap year. I am rooting for you all, and will be frequently checking this thread to offer support, encouragement and to answer any questions that people might have if I have relevant knowledge. I have like a 30 page document of SDN nuggets of wisdom LOL
Let's be real... when am I getting my admin privileges? LolHi everyone!!
I see you, making me look bad on my FB group moderator duties
Osmosis Jones!!! I loved that show haha
That's a good question! I would post in general preallo and tag goro, gyngyn, or gonnif. They would know.
I've seen a lot of reapplicant posts on here, I applied two years ago and then applied in the 2016-2017 cycle and had success. If anyone wants to talk about reapplying feel free to PM me so we don't blow up this thread.
Also @Chromium Surfer what happened bruh I thought you knew everything
Hi everyone!!
I see you, making me look bad on my FB group moderator duties
Osmosis Jones!!! I loved that show haha
That's a good question! I would post in general preallo and tag goro, gyngyn, or gonnif. They would know.
Are you a FL resident? If not, I would recommend not applying to FSU. They're almost exclusively in-state and generally only have 1-2 OOS students per cycle who have extremely strong FL ties and have since moved or went to FSU for undergrad and then moved.
Practice, practice, practice.. Once you are done with content do as many full lengths and practice problems as possible. Review mistakes and figure out what you are deficient in. Go over this list https://aamc-orange.global.ssl.fast...27-631d2096c569/combined_mcat-content_new.pdf and make sure you know it down pat
I chose by gpa/MCAT. I am not from Tennessee. I've also went to visit most schools on my list to show my face and try to make some kind d relationship with individuals on campus. My fiancé works at UT. My sister is a UT alum. Some family in Knoxville.
Born and raised.
Ayyy I recommend you apply to all FL public schools at least then
On AAMC's twitter they said the new MSAR would be out "late April". Well, hopefully that means sometime this week
Not yet but that probably won't stop be from trying at UT. I could be that one OOS haha
Not sure if I want to end up there just yet but I am definitely considering it.
You should give them this for sure: https://www.aamc.org/download/349990/data/lettersguidelinesbrochure.pdf
check the info I posted below! It should give you some good feedback about LOR
I think you can have your letter writers submit them to AMCAS on your behalf. But I'll defer to someone who has actually done it. My school uses a letter packet so I am not as familiar with what to do in individual cases.
SDN Notes:No. In fact, giving your LOR writers the PS is not a good idea. You should be asking them to write what they know about you from your interactions with them, not rehashing your PS. If you want to sit down and have a conversation, that's fine but they shouldn't be writing using your PS and/or experience list or resume.(from Lizzy M)
What you really want in an LOR is comments on your character, work ethic, teamwork, leadership, response to adversity, seeking improvement, etc. based on their interactions with you. Even better if they can provide a specific example or two that really paints a picture of your good qualities.(Ismet)
Tidbits:
. Having a really outstanding letter from any writer is showing evidence of: 1)being in a situation, where they can know the applicant well; 2) providing a critical evaluation of the applicant; and 3) writing a compelling recommendation, is a minority, perhaps 5%. Another 25% are excellent in providing an adcom with good information on the candidate. The vast majority are just glowing and pretty uninformative for an adcom. Almost every letter says how good the candidate is but very few can show me any evidence why the writer has a connection to the applicant nor do they provide indepth insight. (gonnif)
They are not looking for the evidence of your achievements but rather the abilities and characteristics of how you got there (see attached). Your critical thinking, your class discussion, your involvement at recitation (TA sessions), office hours, reputation in the department , etc all are ways for students who have gotten to know professors. Not only can be expected that a premed should have be able to make a connection with a professor but that in medical school and residency, professional networking will become vitally important. (gonnif)
Admissions Prep Articles:
Get A Better Letter: An Insider's Guide to Letters of Recommendation - Student Doctor Network
Letters of Recommendation
(mimelims very detailed and insightful guide)
PI says he will give me an "okay" letter? ( gonnif has a really good outline of what a good LOE should have.)
LOE writer conflict of interest? ( good insight into LOR!! Includes gonnif tidbits above)
Role of LoR (insight from gyngyn and gonnif)
Ugh why do all letter writers want to see my personal statement? ( adcom impressions/ opinons)
Will it be an issue to get LORs from profs that you only had for a semester? ( LOR info from 1 semester prof)
More insight into a GOOD LOR
http://forums.studentdoctor.net/threads/prof-asked-to-provide-personal-examples-for-lor.1165749/
https://www.aamc.org/initiatives/ad...ers/332572/lettersofevaluationguidelines.html (AAMC guide to writing LOR’s)
what a bad LOR looks like….
Adcom members: How often do you get bad LoRs?
Thank you. I'll look into all of that. I thought my list was pretty strategic as far as the mission, ties and my research/EC. If you don't mind, what schools did you apply to?
Thank you soooo very much. I really appreciate it. I feel a little alone in this process and am definitely new to the this (obviously). Haha
Here for any support y'all need, you got this! 
