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2020-2021 Kaiser (Tyson)
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dcceelo
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Congrats! 😀
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deleted1039724
congrats!! stats?
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Congrats!!!
**** stats, too embarrassed to post them. DONT GIVE UP PEOPLE
Did your status change from "Your application is now complete and awaiting review"? When were you complete by?
I actually received an e-mail listing two dates: September 1, September 8. Any advice on which date to go with?
I received and submitted secondary 7/21. I had everything in before then. Sorry this is my first time doing this and I don't know if I'm answering all of your questions.
What dates do you have?
I think I'm going to go with September 8th. It gives me more time to prepare and I believe that decisions can't be released until October 15th? The less time I have to wait to hear back the better
1st and 8th
kittensneezes
Full Member
II as well! Complete 07/13. 3.99/ 526 OOS. Research focused app as applying mostly MD/PhD
I was thinking of going with the 1st. In case any hiccups DO happen (given the virtual interview and all) they can't penalize me as much.
Ah that's a good idea as well. After writing so many secondaries I think I need to recharge a bit before talking about myself again haha
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mine still says under review
If you don't mind me asking, how are you addressing them in the return e-mail?
Escherian
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I don't know much how this works, but I'm assuming first decisions being in mid-October means that doing the interview on the 1st rather than the 8th wouldn't give an advantage right?
I said I was thrilled to be invited and that I would love to attend. I gave my preferred date. And then said I looked forward to meeting them and learning about the school.
I sat there for about 15 minutes debating what I should say and if I had said enough. Then I realized as long as I was polite and professional it probably didn't matter.
This is my issue exactly hahaha
Congrats! How long did it take after you submitted your secondary?
mine says "Your application is now complete and awaiting review" submitted 7/16
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deleted776417
Secondary received 12:20 pm PST (V: 8/10 11:29 am PST), IS
Did you apply MD/PhD, and if so, which date is available for you? November?
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kittensneezes
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No, did not apply MD/PhD to Kaiser cause I did not want to have to apply to Caltech grad programs lol. Interviewing Sept 8.
Ah, I see. In any case it’s just one application. You don’t apply to caltech grad programs separately.
kittensneezes
Full Member
Ah well I'll also say I'm not a good research match for Caltech as I want to do neuropsychiatric research in human subjects. Applying to a few MD schools just in case
Asp1retoInsp1re
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I feel like its going to be more this year since its virtual :/
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Caltech actually built a new neuroscience building with tons of space and funds, and two of the Kaiser MD/PhD students are neuroscience. For example, investigating the relationships between intestinal flora, gut-brain axis, and Parkinson’s or autism.
Basically, I just want to say that Caltech is an option, if not Kaiser then through USC or UCLA.🙂
ok bye
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deleted959268
Still waiting for a secondary rip :/ congrats to all interviewing tho best of luck!!!
Asp1retoInsp1re
Full Member
They're virtual
Hey all, what do they mean by intellectual exploration? Such as research? Thank you in advance!
Escherian
Full Member
Mine was about research and I got an II. I think it could also be something else though, like a more intellectual hobby or something you did for a long time. Like studying music theory or history or something on your own perhaps?
Did you get an email from them after you said your preferred date? I haven't heard anything back. Maybe they changed their mind after my email haha
Escherian
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Silence for me too! Also no portal update. Hoping they say something by Friday, so I know for sure that I got the date I picked
kittensneezes
Full Member
+1 Radio silence haha
Same!
Hey all, I'm assuming I cant use my first MCAT score (which was low) for the "Describe your experience with a situation that had an unfavorable outcome" prompt? Improved significantly on the second attempt. This question has me stumped...
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deleted1009115
I’m using my standard challenge essay for this prompt. Like challenge/adversity essays, I would stay away from academic issues.
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Escherian
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I agree. While having to retake the MCAT is a big struggle, it's kinda standard and doesn't show anything interesting about your app.
yeah I assumed so. Thank you for the input!
Same I haven't received anything from them since emailing them my interview date
About 10 days
i think they wanted us to beg.
Radio silence. Now I’m waiting for the “just kidding” email.
