When to re-apply

[DoctorSparkles]

I haven't changed much about my application in the last year and I am trying to decide if should re-apply with a more broad school list or wait a year. My concern is the re-applicant questions that ask what you've added to your application. I have had a busy year personally and don't have much to add to my previous application. Thoughts?

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[Angus Avagadro]

If nothing has changed, why do you anticipate a different outcome?

 

[DoctorSparkles]

If nothing has changed, why do you anticipate a different outcome?

That is a good point. I just don't really know what else to do. I'm a non-trad and I can't quit my full time job and work in a clinic to get more experience. I have a master's degree in biology and will finish a second master's in mental health this summer. I feel like anything else I do won't make my application different, it will just add hours to the experiences I already have. I have had some success at getting interviews but they keep resulting in waitlist offers. It seems like it may be a timing issue and my thinking is that if I apply to more schools than last cycle, I will have a better shot at the right person reading my app at the right time.

 

[Proudfather94]

That is a good point. I just don't really know what else to do. I'm a non-trad and I can't quit my full time job and work in a clinic to get more experience. I have a master's degree in biology and will finish a second master's in mental health this summer. I feel like anything else I do won't make my application different, it will just add hours to the experiences I already have. I have had some success at getting interviews but they keep resulting in waitlist offers. It seems like it may be a timing issue and my thinking is that if I apply to more schools than last cycle, I will have a better shot at the right person reading my app at the right time.

Have you done a wamc template? How many interviews did you have? MD or DO? We need your GPA, MCAT, and extracurricular activities to help you better.

Nvm see your thread

 

[Angus Avagadro]

That is a good point. I just don't really know what else to do. I'm a non-trad and I can't quit my full time job and work in a clinic to get more experience. I have a master's degree in biology and will finish a second master's in mental health this summer. I feel like anything else I do won't make my application different, it will just add hours to the experiences I already have. I have had some success at getting interviews but they keep resulting in waitlist offers. It seems like it may be a timing issue and my thinking is that if I apply to more schools than last cycle, I will have a better shot at the right person reading my app at the right time.

Well some aspect(s), of your app caused you to fall short. I can't comment further as there is no info. A full autopsy of your app, grades ,ECs, volunteering, interviews, if any, is required. Addressing the deficiencies which caused you to fall short will be necessary for your success.

 

[chilly_md]

Closing, OP has shared details of their app in another thread:

WAMC DO, cGPA3.64, MCAT 501, URM, non-trad

I am applying for a third year and I am starting to get worried about my chances. Was an AZ resident during first two app cycles but moved to TX in fall of 2021 Undergrad institution: Grand Canyon University - B.S. Exercise Science - 3.38GPA with upward trend Graduate institution: Grand Canyon...

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