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Wondering if anyone who was waitlisted declined? I was technically placed as #25 on the alternate list but what if #15 and #21 decided nah, I’ll decline snd go somewhere else. What happens then in terms of the numbers they report daily for the waitlist?
 
amandam206 said:
Wondering if anyone who was waitlisted declined? I was technically placed as #25 on the alternate list but what if #15 and #21 decided nah, I’ll decline snd go somewhere else. What happens then in terms of the numbers they report daily for the waitlist?
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My best speculation is that they report the numbers accordingly. In your example, the reported numbers won't change until it gets to that number. So if they're at #15 and #15 says no (or has already said no), they'll go from #14->#16 and skip #15.

Seeing as I'm pretty high on the WL (close to 50th), I'm hoping most people ahead of me went ahead and declined.
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Agent407 said:
My best speculation is that they report the numbers accordingly. In your example, the reported numbers won't change until it gets to that number. So if they're at #15 and #15 says no (or has already said no), they'll go from #14->#16 and skip #15.

Seeing as I'm pretty high on the WL (close to 50th), I'm hoping most people ahead of me went ahead and declined.
me checking the list and SDN everyday -->
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I was just typing this response so I agree lol. Movement started way sooner than previous years so I’d say it’s looking good for you! (Where did these Seattle acceptees decide to go instead is my question :0)
 
Agent407 said:
My best speculation is that they report the numbers accordingly. In your example, the reported numbers won't change until it gets to that number. So if they're at #15 and #15 says no (or has already said no), they'll go from #14->#16 and skip #15.

Seeing as I'm pretty high on the WL (close to 50th), I'm hoping most people ahead of me went ahead and declined.
me checking the list and SDN everyday -->
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I'm there with you! Do we have any idea how high their WL goes?
 
I’m honestly confused. Are there 2 waitlists? One for WWAMI and another for OOR?
 
Did anyone get their UW netID yet?
 
never-had-an-account said:
Does anyone know when the UWSOM's Need-Based Scholarship Application opens? Thanks in advance! 🙂
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If you're talking about their main UWSOM scholarship application, it's usually April/May with a deadline being in June, but financial aid is flexible if you're accepted later. That being said, last year they did not require personal statements as they have previously, instead just additional financial information (from parents if you're not exempt). This makes it pretty chill and no big deal/no rush when it's open.

You will get an email about it from financial aid and if they do require essays it's typically "tell us about yourself and your career plans."
 
perpetuallyastudent said:
If you're talking about their main UWSOM scholarship application, it's usually April/May with a deadline being in June, but financial aid is flexible if you're accepted later. That being said, last year they did not require personal statements as they have previously, instead just additional financial information (from parents if you're not exempt). This makes it pretty chill and no big deal/no rush when it's open.

You will get an email about it from financial aid and if they do require essays it's typically "tell us about yourself and your career plans."
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Thank you 🙂
 
Does anyone know if the waitlist is moving faster this year or just about the same? I'm on the waitlist and its a longshot with my number but still hoping for the best (it's my dream school!!)
 
I saw last year on April 30, the waitlist had reached #30. I feel like we can get a sense of how fast the waitlist is moving this year based on what happens tomorrow. Just curious, what is your number on the waitlist. You don’t have to give the exact number but can give a range like 53-56

HopeC said:
Does anyone know if the waitlist is moving faster this year or just about the same? I'm on the waitlist and its a longshot with my number but still hoping for the best (it's my dream school!!)
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GroundDigger said:
I saw last year on April 30, the waitlist had reached #30. I feel like we can get a sense of how fast the waitlist is moving this year based on what happens tomorrow. Just curious, what is your number on the waitlist. You don’t have to give the exact number but can give a range like 53-56
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50 +/- a few 😅😅
 
GroundDigger said:
I saw last year on April 30, the waitlist had reached #30. I feel like we can get a sense of how fast the waitlist is moving this year based on what happens tomorrow. Just curious, what is your number on the waitlist. You don’t have to give the exact number but can give a range like 53-56
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yo I'm exactly 50, and considering where the numbers have been in the past I'm hoping for the best, but not expecting much lol
 
crossstr said:
Check your email or spam folder. I didn’t get a call, only an email.
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I checked primary and spam folders, and even the UW portal but nothing. I’m guessing my adcom did not get a chance (at least that’s what I am hoping haha) but congrats on getting accepted!!
 
msvmsv said:
I am under #31 and didn't get either. is that normal ?
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i saw somewhere that everyone is waitlist ranked together (please correct me if i'm wrong). Maybe they skipped down to #31 as that person was the next up at a different site? no idea...
 
elmoo said:
i saw somewhere that everyone is waitlist ranked together (please correct me if i'm wrong). Maybe they skipped down to #31 as that person was the next up at a different site? no idea...
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If they’re doing it like past years then all the other sites have their own dedicated waitlists and Seattle and OOS are the only ones lumped together.
 
Hate to make false claims, but a 1% chance that the person who said they got accepted as #31 is trolling us. Unlikely, but a possibility
 
GroundDigger said:
Hate to make false claims, but a 1% chance that the person who said they got accepted as #31 is trolling us. Unlikely, but a possibility
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That is a possibility I considered but I don’t think they would have anything to gain by doing that. My friend suggested something that made sense. The adcoms were probably told that there an X number of slots available on the waitlist so please contact those students. It wouldn’t be practical to do it sequentially because that would take a long time instead each adcom lets their interviewee know and some of them might not have had a chance to let them know because it’s the weekend. #31 might have heard because their adcom let them know and the others will hopefully find out tomorrow. That’s my best guess anyway and what I’m telling myself to feel better.
 
I just checked the UW portal and it says that as of 5/2, they are still on #21. I am #28 so somewhat confused how 30 and 31 are hearing back before. Also checked my email and spam folder and nothing there either.

* Edit: That makes more sense if they are letting applicants know in waves based on the number of openings, instead of going one at a time. I imagine some adcoms will not always be available at the moment they find out either.
 
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For those of you accepted off the waitlist, do you get admitted to a specific campus (Seattle or Spokane), or do you get to indicate a preference? I did not indicate a campus preference in my initial application, so unsure of how the waitlist works for me.
 
White.Coat.Warrior said:
For those of you accepted off the waitlist, do you get admitted to a specific campus (Seattle or Spokane), or do you get to indicate a preference? I did not indicate a campus preference in my initial application, so unsure of how the waitlist works for me.
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Fellow unheard person! I’m glad I’m not alone 😩😭. I believe when you were offered the interview, it states what site you were interviewing for but I could be wrong so hopefully someone who got accepted has a better answer.
 
White.Coat.Warrior said:
I just checked the UW portal and it says that as of 5/2, they are still on #21. I am #28 so somewhat confused how 30 and 31 are hearing back before. Also checked my email and spam folder and nothing there either.

* Edit: That makes more sense if they are letting applicants know in waves based on the number of openings, instead of going one at a time. I imagine some adcoms will not always be available at the moment they find out either.
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The portal still says #21, but I was #25 and got my call yesterday. I think because your executive adcom calls you, maybe it’s up to them whether they make calls over the weekend or not? Try not to overthink it too much, you’re high enough on the waitlist to be accepted so just watch your email folders and make sure your phone doesn’t misdirect unknown numbers!
 
Anyone have information on the Idaho cohort waitlist? It hasn't moved since dear mittenz4blood graced us with their spot- do we think that more movement is coming?
 
Seattle waitlist updated to 33. My number is so close! I see this going up to the high 40s, don’t know if it will break into the 50s, but anything is possible
 
GroundDigger said:
Seattle waitlist updated to 33. My number is so close! I see this going up to the high 40s, don’t know if it will break into the 50s, but anything is possible
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I wonder if the high 20's heard today
 
#24 and got off the waitlist on Saturday. Anyone know if it’s possible to accept their offer if I’m currently holding another offer since it’s post April 30? I also wanted to see what they have to offer financially prior to holding their offer. If we can only hold one acceptance post the 4/30 date, is there a way to get an aid package before accepting their offer? I was offered a full ride at another school so the only way I’d be able to keep UW in consideration is if they offered me something generous (I seriously doubt they’d match it tho)
 
kylo said:
#24 and got off the waitlist on Saturday. Anyone know if it’s possible to accept their offer if I’m currently holding another offer since it’s post April 30? I also wanted to see what they have to offer financially prior to holding their offer. If we can only hold one acceptance post the 4/30 date, is there a way to get an aid package before accepting their offer? I was offered a full ride at another school so the only way I’d be able to keep UW in consideration is if they offered me something generous (I seriously doubt they’d match it tho)
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Same situation. On the acceptance offer page we have to say yes to: “I understand that if I don't submit my financial aid paperwork by April 30th (OR if I am accepted after April 30th within one week of acceptance), I may not be considered for scholarships.” Then just click the option beneath that says: “I would like to accept my offer of admission to the University of Washington School of Medicine (UWSOM), and I am seriously considering attending. I am also currently holding admissions offers at other institutions.”

Hopefully they do offer us something though.
 
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