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I got put on the waitlist today, interviewed 10/17. It certainly does seem like a rejection if it's true that a high priority waitlist exists. But I'll call tomorrow.

I'm out of the country so I can't call, but please update us on what you find out!

 

[deleted971841]

I called today and they said that the wait list and high priority wait list were the same thing

Bruh.

 

[happybday1972]

I called today and they said that the wait list and high priority wait list were the same thing

that's pretty odd lol

 

[picadilly4646]

I got put on the waitlist today, interviewed 10/17. It certainly does seem like a rejection if it's true that a high priority waitlist exists. But I'll call tomorrow.

let us know if you call!

 

[BillyOsler]

I wouldn't take much stock in what they say. Doesn't seem like everyone on their admissions team is on the same page with what they tell students.

 

[lolhelp]

I called today and they said that the wait list and high priority wait list were the same thing

That definitely is odd and they need to make that clearer if it’s true! Because in the email they describe the way the HPWL would work when they start pulling people off. If they really are the same thing, that gives false hope to students given that designation.

 

[sooky1379]

That definitely is odd and they need to make that clearer if it’s true! Because in the email they describe the way the HPWL would work when they start pulling people off. If they really are the same thing, that gives false hope to students given that designation.

Yeah, it also wouldn't make sense if it was the same thing, because creating a separate email and sending it out to only some WL people is just extra work for them if in the end it is all the same list.

 

[Gastrula44]

I don't think it's actually the same thing as above post said. That would make zero sense. I hope they're not telling us it's the same just so we won't withdraw from the waitlist. That or different people are sending the waitlist emails and someone decided to just add the high priority designation. Any way you cut it, not a good look.

 

[deleted971841]

I don't think it's actually the same thing as above post said. That would make zero sense. I hope they're not telling us it's the same just so we won't withdraw from the waitlist. That or different people are sending the waitlist emails and someone decided to just add the high priority designation. Any way you cut it, not a good look.

Yup. If their plan was to keep people from withdrawing from the normal waitlist, it’s not going to work because that’s my plan now.

 

[bluethroat]

I don't think it's actually the same thing as above post said. That would make zero sense. I hope they're not telling us it's the same just so we won't withdraw from the waitlist. That or different people are sending the waitlist emails and someone decided to just add the high priority designation. Any way you cut it, not a good look.

Not to sound naive, but, is it even allowed for them to make a new designation in their wait-list halfway through the cycle, without informing all of the interviewees from earlier in the cycle? The normal wait-list email said around 30% of students who are on the WL have been given admission in previous years, which I guess is somewhat promising but still, the addition of the HPWL apparently wound affect those numbers no?

 

[Kingbika]

Not to sound naive, but, is it even allowed for them to make a new designation in their wait-list halfway through the cycle, without informing all of the interviewees from earlier in the cycle? The normal wait-list email said around 30% of students who are on the WL have been given admission in previous years, which I guess is somewhat promising but still, the addition of the HPWL apparently wound affect those numbers no?

I was put on the normal waitlist and that statistic was not included anywhere. When did you receive your normal waitlist email?

 

[deleted971841]

I was put on the normal waitlist and that statistic was not included anywhere. When did you receive your normal waitlist email?

It’s in the email that comes after you respond to be placed on it.

 

[bluethroat]

I was put on the normal waitlist and that statistic was not included anywhere. When did you receive your normal waitlist email?

What tinfoilforests said. Also, did you get a chance to call them?

 

[Jeremy Bearimy]

Just got A via email!!!
OOS, interviewed 12/18. I was NOT expecting this because I was very sure I really blew my interview???? Maybe only blew it a little???

 

[lolhelp]

Any current students on here available to answer some questions? Thanks in advance!

 

[AMCASTuesdays]

Just got A via email!!!
OOS, interviewed 12/18. I was NOT expecting this because I was very sure I really blew my interview???? Maybe only blew it a little???

By blow it I think this is what you mean:

 

[Thekid765]

I called today and they said that the wait list and high priority wait list were the same thing

They why establish a difference in emails for high priority and normal waitlist?

 

[platypusrex]

I was told that they would still be pulling people off the regular wait list because of how small the HPWL is.
I interpreted this to mean that based on their projections, everyone on the HPWL would basically be offered an acceptance once movement starts. Congrats to everyone who was ranked that high!

 

[Shadowkeep]

Accepted, Interviewed early December.

 

[Kingbika]

Called them up. HPWL is almost definitely an acceptance, they said they typically clear the list entirely and then some. Wait list sees some movement as well. "many" students from the regular waitlist are offered acceptance. I also got that 30% statistic (30% of students are accepted from the wait list) but I'm not sure if that includes those on the HPWL. Anyway, it's hope for all waitlisted students! Updates and letters of intent are accepted. I'll check back in May with them lol

 

[Throwaway123890]

Anyone still Pre-II silence? I applied MD-PhD.

 

[iluvmedicine528]

Anyone still Pre-II silence? I applied MD-PhD.

Yup! Complete 7/24 but applied for just MD.

 

[futbol_2019]

Received my first A over email!!!
OOS. Interviewed 12/16, most unreal feeling ever

 

[retro2021]

Pre-II R

 

[johndoe1234]

II a few hours ago! Complete late July; excited because I've never been to NY before.

 

[TPWK2024]

Class of 2019 match list for those who need it; surprisingly strong!

 

[4everrunning]

Anyone still Pre-II silence? I applied MD-PhD.

Yup! Complete 7/24 but applied for just MD.

Complete in Aug and still silence.

 

[happimelons]

anybody else waiting 14 weeks post-II with no response? 🙁

 

[Tangiers]

anybody else waiting 14 weeks post-II with no response? 🙁

Yes unfortunately

 

[restless09]

should i still expect to hear back for an interview or nah?

 

[iluvmedicine528]

should i still expect to hear back for an interview or nah?

Yes they interview until March.

 

[iluvmedicine528]

Pre-II R. Complete 7/24.

 

[malmed1025]

II just now, Complete 9/1

 

[koster35]

Hi, I have an Interview here in Feb. Can anyone who has interviewed or is currently attending tell me what they like or dislike about this school? I’m trying to figure out whether to go or not.

 

[dielsalder34]

Damn silence since July lol. I'm feeling that pre II R coming soon.

 

[curious_premed]

Does anyone know if this school has an official second look date or weekend?

 

[HPV]

Also accepted yesterday, interviewed 11/25

 

[AnnieGranger13]

Has this school given out any pre-II rejections?

 

[Medschoolbelle]

Also accepted yesterday, interviewed 11/25

Congrats! How many acceptances you got already? What are your stats? If I may ask

 

[HPV]

Congrats! How many acceptances you got already? What are your stats? If I may ask

I was fortunate enough to have 3 acceptances so far, my LM is ~69

 

[Medschoolbelle]

I was fortunate enough to have 3 acceptances so far, my LM is ~69

You go girl! Any interview tips?

 

[HPV]

You go girl! Any interview tips?

Thanks! Honestly, I don’t have any unique advice. Just make sure you know exactly why you want to attend that school and sell it really well, and know your application and essays inside out, if there are a couple of points you want to make sure you touch on, make sure you steer the conversation that way. Also, the 10-15 years down the line question is very common. Make sure you have a really good answer for what you see yourself doing as a physician (Not necessarily specialty, but like extracurricular stuff like medical education, academic medicine, research, being a community physician, etc) and long term goals

 

[PremedCB96]

Placed on the WL just now. Interviewed 12/18.

 

[Medschoolbelle]

Thanks! Honestly, I don’t have any unique advice. Just make sure you know exactly why you want to attend that school and sell it really well, and know your application and essays inside out, if there are a couple of points you want to make sure you touch on, make sure you steer the conversation that way. Also, the 10-15 years down the line question is very common. Make sure you have a really good answer for what you see yourself doing as a physician (Not necessarily specialty, but like extracurricular stuff like medical education, academic medicine, research, being a community physician, etc) and long term goals

Thanks! I was so late w my application idk if most spots are filled or what are my chances at this point in the game but I ought to try my best

 

[starbucksmedvanillaice]

Just got a WL email as well. Interviewed 12/12

 

[deleted977121]

II today. Complete 8/13
Stats in bio

 

[Styrene]

Stony Brook MS4 here. Let me know if you have any questions about the school and/or life on Long Island.

 

[dreamitmakeithappen]

Does Stony Brook have a second look weekend? If so, does anyone know when that’s happening?

 

[deleted977121]

Stony Brook MS4 here. Let me know if you have any questions about the school and/or life on Long Island.

How stressful is H/P/F? Does it make your class more competitive?

 

[deleted977121]

Stony Brook MS4 here. Let me know if you have any questions about the school and/or life on Long Island.

Also, do you know if OOS people can start getting IS tuition their 2nd years?