How late is too late for VSAS?

[augeremt]

I submitted a few VSAS applications about a week after applications opened. I know this is a neurotic question, but is that too late? Should I double up on schools just in case those aways fill up (those extra apps will also be "late")?

Note: I'm applying to these aways later in the cycle (September onwards) and they are not top programs either.

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[ru4real1666]

Nope. You will get the programs you want. Since you're applying to the later months, they won't tell you until May-ish. Feel free to email the coordinators a short email as a reminder, but be nice thanking them for their efforts.

 

[augeremt]

Update on this since somebody asked. I was accepted for one away after submitting 3 weeks late, but denied for another that was 1 week late. I think it also depends on the popularity of the program and the number of rotators they take. Some are super selective it seems, while others fill on a first-come-first serve basis.

For example, I was accepted to my second choice of month 6 hours after the program received my application, which was 24 hours after the app opened (my school took their time releasing my app). That's the fastest turnaround by far and I was shocked to get an acceptance. The only other time I heard back relatively quickly was when I got a swift "no" from a different program.

I'm also still waiting to hear from a third school that I submitted 2 weeks after the app opened. The rotation isn't until the fall so I'll probably be waiting a few more months for a decision.

 

[Thinks]

Anyone know what's the usual turn around time for VSAS? Also, if there are no more places in a block, does the block disappear from VSAS?
I applied late (early May) for July-August spots and still waiting to hear back. Does a silence mean no?

I want to sort out my plans and the silence doesn't help with figuring out a schedule.