secondary application

I have sent my AMCAS on 7/12 but it isn't verified yet and I have not received any secondaries, is that normal?

Hey I know there is no definite answer for this but I received about eight secondaries recently and completed all of them. My question is that, when completing the secondaries, does that usually lead into interviews? Of course, if the secondary isn't that well written or is poorly done would...

The curriculum and goals of George Washington SMHS center on its ability to graduate “Physician Citizens.” Since the school is located in the most powerful city in the U.S., Washington D.C., GW emphasizes the opportunities to treat the area’s diverse communities. It is essential to have years of...

Now that you’ve (hopefully) finished up your primary med school application, what’s next? Ideally, not stressing yourself out by reading the forums on SDN for the next six months… That way madness lies! Instead, how about conquering your anxiety by slicing through all the noise and...

Looking for the best osteopathic med school admissions advice out there? Ace those AACOMAS apps by reading our osteopathic application tips series – each post, another set of 5 expert tips that will help you get accepted. Once you file the AACOMAS application and choose your schools, the...

For those who are filling out the TMDSAS, on the secondary application for A&M, how many characters are y'all using for the adversity questions at the end?

I saw there were some threads about what constitutes strong state ties but my questions are a bit different as those threads all seemed to be about specific examples. There are a few public schools to which I want to apply, and I know my ties aren't strong to their respective states, but I was...

UPSOM places special emphasis on their collaborative problem-based curriculum and the fact that their medical students begin interacting with patients in their first year of medical school. Providing the best care to patients through research, education, leadership and diversity is central to...

Call me a trooper (I'm sure some of you have a more interesting choice for the word), but I've just submitted my primary application earlier today. Hold the tears for me though-- I have factual information that this is absolutely no issue in regards to my local [off-shore] selections. I'm an...

Penn State College of Medicine offers an accelerated program for students interested in primary care to complete their training in three years. It provides an interdisciplinary training environment for students from their medical school, physician assistant program and nursing school to train...

Hey all! So I have come across a question stem in secondaries that asks for a challenge I've faced, and I'm conflicted between what to choose. option 1) moving to a new country and living there for my first two years of high school. Challenges are assimilating to new culture, doing well in...

This medical school places special emphasis on the relationships formed during medical school with classmates and faculty. Students participate in small group learning activities through the four colleges. In the first two years of medical school, students create their own project to self-direct...

Applying to every public MD school within Texas. Submitted TMDSAS on 07/08/16, verified and transmitted on 07/29/16. Received most secondaries within 1 week (except Dell). Submitting all secondaries this week 08/15/16 - 08/19/16. I've been told it's kind of late -but not really. I've also been...

Applying to every public MD school within Texas. Submitted TMDSAS on 07/08/16, verified and transmitted on 07/29/16. Received most secondaries within 1 week (except Dell). Submitting all secondaries this week 08/15/16 - 08/19/16. I've been told it's kind of late -but not really. I've also been...

Drexel University’s main campus is located in Philadelphia, PA and, overall, the school has about 1,000 medical students. The school emphasizes the intersection between research and clinical care and has research centers for nanomedicine and neuroengineering. Drexel’s clinical care practice...

I'm filling out secondary applications now and I'm working on Penn State's. They ask why I do not have a pre-health committee letter despite the fact that my undergraduate school does offer them......the honest reason is that I didn't decide to apply to med school until after the deadline for...

Our recent webinar, Secondary Application Strategies for Essays That Score Interviews, was a huge success! If you missed it (or want to see it again), it’s available for viewing and download here. If you have any questions about your secondary applications, or would like to speak with one of...

Hey everyone, I submitted my AADSAS application about a week ago and had a question about following up on the status of my apps with the dental school. I know some dental schools specifically say "please refrain from calling or emailing our office regarding your application status", so I'm...

This is probably a dumb question but when a secondary application asks something that doesn't apply to me or I have nothing to write (ex: "if you took a year off school, explain" or "is there anything else you'd like us to know"), should i just leave it blank or write "Not Applicable"? I know...

This medical school is looking for student leaders from diverse backgrounds who demonstrate a strong scientific foundation, thrive in team settings, and find solutions to complex issues. In this secondary application, I recommend focusing on what makes you a unique applicant – your love of...

I'm planning on going to medical school to become a plastic surgeon. Some of the surgeries I want to perform are chest masculinization surgery, breast augmentation, facial feminization surgery, and facial masculinization surgery as I want to help transgender people feel more comfortable in their...

According to the U.S. News and World Report, UCDSOM is ranked #37 for primary care and #47 for research. This medical school campus is unique in that they have seven student-run clinics: Paul Hom Asian Clinic, Clinica Tepati, Imani Clinic, Shifa Clinic, Joan Viteri Memorial Clinic, Bayanihan...

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Temple University has several campus locations in Pennsylvania. The school emphasizes hands-on, collaborative learning, community service, and the intersection between research and clinical care. It is one of the top ranked research-oriented schools. Temple also features a “simulation center”...

Hi guys, so I'm a first generation college student and I come from a low income family. The latter might be obvious to admissions since I was approved for AAMC fee assistance, but I don't mention the former anywhere on my primary. Is it worth even mentioning this in the secondary question "Is...

I recently completed and paid for the secondary app for UHCO. I was expecting to be prompted to write an essay of some sort, just from what I've heard in the past. Now, I'm wondering if I had overlooked it or if they decided to eliminate it from the supplementary process completely? **Edit...

Has anyone received a secondary from UCLA? If you have not received one yet, does this mean you will not get one?

Has anyone received a secondary from UCLA? If you have not received one yet, does this mean you will not get one?

HMS is looking for students who will help find new ways to approach patient care through diversity, research, and a dedication to service. In this secondary application, it will be important to include relevant leadership roles that you have held in which you were able to improve methods or...

How important is to include information about relatives in supplemental applications? I have a cousin in a medical school I have applied to, but we do not have a relationship, and I have a feeling my cousin would talk me down if given the chance. Will the medical school contact my cousin? Is it...

Ranked in the top ten for research, Yale School of Medicine requires that each student complete a thesis, based on their own research interests, to graduate. For this purpose, the first two years of the curriculum are flexible and student-directed. Based on the school’s goals as well as their...

So I got 12 secondaries from DO schools in the last month. I sent the secondary essays back either the same day I received them, or one or two days after having received an invite. My question is, my committee and my DO just uploaded their letters on AACOMAS today (07/19). How long until I am...

Quick reminder! We’re hosting our annual, 1-hour webinar, Secondary Application Strategies for Essays That Score Interviews, on Wednesday, July 20th at 5pm PT/8pm ET. The webinar is free, but registration is required. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to highlight your competitive...

Make sure your secondary writing time is uninterrupted. First and foremost, congratulations on having pummeled through the past few years as a premed, beasting the MCAT, shadowing in hospitals, doing research, volunteering about a bagillion hours, and successfully submitting your primary...

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So on one of the secondary applications, the question states "briefly describe why you wish to enroll at the University of ***" and I'm having a tough timing answering the question. It's research-oriented (which isn't really my strong suit) and one of the top pediatric programs in the county...

Take your time and do your best. Since the number of secondary applications that you receive can be overwhelming, you may be tempted to take a few shortcuts. Some shortcuts are warranted while others are just too risky to consider using. To ensure that you are one of the “lucky” few who receive...

Just a quick reminder that our webinar on secondary essay strategies, Secondary Application Strategies for Essays That Score Interviews, will air live next Wednesday. There’s still time to register – sign up today! Who: Med school applicants who want a leg up on their secondaries When...

Hey all! I'm currently working on my secondary application for USUHS and was wondering if anyone affiliated with military medicine could read through it and give me some feedback. I appreciate it. Thank you!

Long-time lurker but first-time poster here. I was hoping to get some feedback about an idea for my diversity essay. I'm not part of any UR group, come from a middle-class background, parents are immigrants from Asia, I'm heterosexual, etc. so no potentials on that front. Other potentially...