2020-2021 Columbia VP&S

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arrow_99 said:
any way to download this?
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Not really unless you want to data entry it. When you find the link to the actual spreadsheet you'll find that the owner restricted it so you cant copy paste or download a copy for yourself.
 
zorcandpals said:
Not really unless you want to data entry it. When you find the link to the actual spreadsheet you'll find that the owner restricted it so you cant copy paste or download a copy for yourself.
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Yeah, I made the spreadsheet and restricted everything because it was a heavily time-consuming process and I personally manually entered every data point and have kept it updated for the past three years. I'm sorry it's annoying that you can't download it or have a copy - I'll think about how I could potentially change things a lil bit
 
TheDataKing said:
Yeah, I made the spreadsheet and restricted everything because it was a heavily time-consuming process and I personally manually entered every data point and have kept it updated for the past three years. I'm sorry it's annoying that you can't download it or have a copy - I'll think about how I could potentially change things a lil bit
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thank you for your service
 
Anyone know if Vagelos is receptive to LOI? This is my dream school and I will likely send one regardless but wondering if it actually makes a difference
 
Today, I have come to accept a silent R from VP&S. Thanks for your consideration!
 
mvsrocks said:
This was their message to me last cycle.
_______________________________________________
Dear ****,
Thank you very much for your notes. We enjoyed welcoming you on your interview day and Drs. ****** and ****** enjoyed their interview with you. I appreciate the enthusiasm for VP&S that you have expressed. It is a very special place.
Although it is too soon to know definitely how things will go this year, I can assure you that the Admissions Committee will keep you very strongly in mind. If you have any further updates for the Committee, please upload them directly to the Secondary Application.

Take Care,
Anne Armstrong-Coben, M.D.
Senior Associate Dean for Admissions
_______________________________________________

Was not kept strongly in mind lmao
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Damn, and to think I actually felt special when I read this message 😭 My optimism is crushed lol
 
Some people asked about LOI’s so putting in my two cents. I sent a LOI in feb and while I have no idea if it actually helped, I did get in and I’m def nothing special compared to my classmates. It’s probably more helpful if you can combine it with a general update as well
 
GoingWeast said:
Some people asked about LOI’s so putting in my two cents. I sent a LOI in feb and while I have no idea if it actually helped, I did get in and I’m def nothing special compared to my classmates. It’s probably more helpful if you can combine it with a general update as well
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did you express intent or interest in the school?
 
GoingWeast said:
Some people asked about LOI’s so putting in my two cents. I sent a LOI in feb and while I have no idea if it actually helped, I did get in and I’m def nothing special compared to my classmates. It’s probably more helpful if you can combine it with a general update as well
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I am so torn because I did send in an update/letter of continued interest combined, but it wasn't an intent. Now I feel like if I sent in a letter of intent it'll mostly be repetitive. oof. i am just so nervous for the March 1st date tbh
 
mangopear said:
I am so torn because I did send in an update/letter of continued interest combined, but it wasn't an intent. Now I feel like if I sent in a letter of intent it'll mostly be repetitive. oof. i am just so nervous for the March 1st date tbh
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can send a short, sweet to the point letter of intent. doesn't really need to include updates especially if you don't. maybe just highlight one additional thing about columbia that has made it certain it is the institution for you
 
mangopear said:
I am so torn because I did send in an update/letter of continued interest combined, but it wasn't an intent. Now I feel like if I sent in a letter of intent it'll mostly be repetitive. oof. i am just so nervous for the March 1st date tbh
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I think you did the right thing!! Columbia has AMAZING WL movement, so if you do get WL'ed, you'd be kicking yourself for not sending the LOI then. Suffering in solidarity by the way haha!
 
Pre II-R. complete October. Good luck to all still in the running.
 
mangopear said:
I am so torn because I did send in an update/letter of continued interest combined, but it wasn't an intent. Now I feel like if I sent in a letter of intent it'll mostly be repetitive. oof. i am just so nervous for the March 1st date tbh
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I also did that and am saving my intent letter if I get waitlisted!
 
mangopear said:
I am so torn because I did send in an update/letter of continued interest combined, but it wasn't an intent. Now I feel like if I sent in a letter of intent it'll mostly be repetitive. oof. i am just so nervous for the March 1st date tbh
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omg i am in the exact same boat!! i have been having the same debate and also recently sent a update/interest letter post-interview if you ever want to PM me about it and talk!

I am waiting for another week or two to make decision esp since I am interviewing at another school I also really love next week. At the moment I am leaning towards saving a LOI for the waitlist since I am hoping there will be even more WL movement this year. Wish March 1 was here already though as this waiting is sooo stressful
 
Wondering why people don’t just submit two letters of intent? One before decision and another after if needed to reaffirm interest. Surely schools wouldn’t look down on this?
 
mangopear said:
I am so torn because I did send in an update/letter of continued interest combined, but it wasn't an intent. Now I feel like if I sent in a letter of intent it'll mostly be repetitive. oof. i am just so nervous for the March 1st date tbh
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That's fine, and def not something to stress about! Columbia just clicked perfectly for me so I was very happy to immediately send a letter of intent, but I think you're fine and I second what other people are saying about sending another letter if you're waitlisted. And of course, nothing wrong with deciding you like another school better!
 
hopeful_future_md_88 said:
omg i am in the exact same boat!! i have been having the same debate and also recently sent a update/interest letter post-interview if you ever want to PM me about it and talk!

I am waiting for another week or two to make decision esp since I am interviewing at another school I also really love next week. At the moment I am leaning towards saving a LOI for the waitlist since I am hoping there will be even more WL movement this year. Wish March 1 was here already though as this waiting is sooo stressful
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hmmm in your case I would save the intent until after your interview season! you never know if you're going to like that other school more until after you interview. I have another interview left as well, prob the last of my season, but Columbia is still my top choice by far which is why I was debating that
 
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