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Hey everyone- current M3. TBH, we're all still unsure of what this "unranking" means. Wake has gone through a lot (albeit, very positive) curriculum changes since I started as an M1. In terms of rank, I think my classmates thiiiiiink there is some kind of internal rank. But when it comes to AOA, there are a lot of politics that also go into it. It will be interesting to see how my classmates get chosen. This time last year, the class of 2018 junior AOA was announced and we have heard nothing of the sort this year for 2019. I assume 3rd year grades will play a big role. But also, everyone wants AOA, its really hard to get. Life does not end when you don't have it.
Also some more unsolicited advice: As someone who is matching in less than a year, the focus has been on residency. I have been stalking many places match lists and they're honestly all very impressive. People match to big name programs in very competitive fields from every school you can think of (including unranked). Something to keep in mind when choosing your school, know that it will be easier to match at your home institution and in that geographic area. Sometimes its about geography > "ranking" of the school. Residency programs care a lot about where you went to undergrad and med school (as well as where your roots are) rather than its actual ranking in US news. All in all, if you want to make something happen, make it happen!!! You are NOT shut out from anywhere or anything based on where you go to school. Just be realistic on who you are and push your limits, find good mentorship, and KICK BUTT!
Happy to answer more questions as I procrastinate on shelf studying
Also some more unsolicited advice: As someone who is matching in less than a year, the focus has been on residency. I have been stalking many places match lists and they're honestly all very impressive. People match to big name programs in very competitive fields from every school you can think of (including unranked). Something to keep in mind when choosing your school, know that it will be easier to match at your home institution and in that geographic area. Sometimes its about geography > "ranking" of the school. Residency programs care a lot about where you went to undergrad and med school (as well as where your roots are) rather than its actual ranking in US news. All in all, if you want to make something happen, make it happen!!! You are NOT shut out from anywhere or anything based on where you go to school. Just be realistic on who you are and push your limits, find good mentorship, and KICK BUTT!
Happy to answer more questions as I procrastinate on shelf studying