0 ties and I got an interview.
What was your golden ticket? Did you somehow fit GW's mission really well?
0 ties and I got an interview.
I was rejected after being on hold for like 2-3 months.Can someone explain to me the whole "hold" process. Was just put on hold and slightly confused on whether this is maybe a sign of a rejection or a sign of an interview. Also do all pre-ii rejects get hold status? Like how many people usually come off from it
Went to school for 2 years in VA but that's it and I had an interviewOf those who've received acceptances or interviews, I'd like to ask how many have grown up in DC/MD/VA or have other tangible ties to DC/MD/VA?
I got an interview with no ties to the area, west coaster.Of those who've received acceptances or interviews, I'd like to ask how many have grown up in DC/MD/VA or have other tangible ties to DC/MD/VA?
My entire personal statement was about serving underserved populations, as well as my volunteer activities. So I think I fit their mission pretty well for what it's worth, but I was put on the alternate list after my interview sooooooWhat was your golden ticket? Did you somehow fit GW's mission really well?
I didn’t get an interview and I worked for the SMHS and graduated from GW. Not sure if ties really matter, it’s probably more mission fit oriented.
Do you know if people have gotten off of hold?I was rejected after being on hold for like 2-3 months.
Depending on your interviewer, you may have a very conversational interview according to some here or rapid-fire. Traditional questions, it’s closed file, be prepared to answer quickly and concisely in case it’s the latter. Either way, the time will FLY by as it’s much shorter than most other interviews. Breathe and good luck!Hi guys,
I have an interview soon, and I’m a bit nervous. Out of all the schools I applied to, there are three I felt I really liked and had a chance with: one I BOMBED BOMBED, one I haven’t heard back from, and this one.
I really don’t wanna bomb.
I’m planning on scrolling through here and the GW interview SDN page, but you know, figured why not just ask.
I’d greatly appreciate any heads up on anything particularly quirky that I should look out for. Any broad general feedback appreciated too!
Interviewed here, haven't heard back yet. Went to college in DC, and lots of community engagement in the DMV area. I also think I really fit their mission!Of those who've received acceptances or interviews, I'd like to ask how many have grown up in DC/MD/VA or have other tangible ties to DC/MD/VA?
Did they email you about the rejection? I have not gotten any emails from GW. I only know I’m on hold because it says it on my application portal.I was rejected after being on hold for like 2-3 months.
I honestly am not sure, I was really surprised when I got the interview. I do think I fit the mission well, but I also want to maybe say my background helped as well. I've experienced a lot of set backs like financial issues, losing my mother and etc. but I never gave up and have been working for 6 years to achieve my goal of becoming a medical student while working full-time. I'd say I have an unusual path for sure, so many be that's my ticket with a little bit of luck?What was your golden ticket? Did you somehow fit GW's mission really well?
Definitely impressiveI honestly am not sure, I was really surprised when I got the interview. I do think I fit the mission well, but I also want to maybe say my background helped as well. I've experienced a lot of set backs like financial issues, losing my mother and etc. but I never gave up and have been working for 6 years to achieve my goal of becoming a medical student while working full-time. I'd say I have an unusual path for sure, so many be that's my ticket with a little bit of luck?
Based on previous threads it looks like wait is typically around 4 weeks, but presumably could take up to 8 weeks!For those who interviewed, I know the portal says 8 weeks for a decision but is the wait that long?
I applied both this cycle and last cycle and heard back within three weeks both cyclesFor those who interviewed, I know the portal says 8 weeks for a decision but is the wait that long?
Nvm got put on the alternate list lmaoFor those who interviewed, I know the portal says 8 weeks for a decision but is the wait that long?
Did they send you an email about the R or just update your portal?Got the R as well, been on hold since mid July
Did they send you an email about the R or just update your portal?
I am on hold too and but I have no clue how long I've been on hold because I forgot that you have to check the portal lol
You are permitted to hold more than one offer of admission up until April, when you must narrow it down.I apologize if this has been asked before but I had the good fortune of being accepted to GWU at a time when many of my applications to other programs are still being reviewed. Does signing the acceptance offer that GWU provides in their packet in any way bind the applicant to matriculation? If not and there is another program that offers an acceptance that is a better fit, am I able to rescind my acceptance? I am definitely grateful to be holding two A’s but want to let both programs know as early as possible so that another applicant can be released from the alternate list and the school can make preparations to receive me. Thank you all in advance!
Did they send you an email about the R or just update your portal?
I am on hold too and but I have no clue how long I've been on hold because I forgot that you have to check the portal lol
Hey man, did you get an acceptance packet already? I was an ED acceptance and haven't gotten anything outside of the agreement to sign.I apologize if this has been asked before but I had the good fortune of being accepted to GWU at a time when many of my applications to other programs are still being reviewed. Does signing the acceptance offer that GWU provides in their packet in any way bind the applicant to matriculation? If not and there is another program that offers an acceptance that is a better fit, am I able to rescind my acceptance? I am definitely grateful to be holding two A’s but want to let both programs know as early as possible so that another applicant can be released from the alternate list and the school can make preparations to receive me. Thank you all in advance!
No, I haven’t received any other notification or packet or steps forward since the acceptance offer. It may be that we are still very early in the season. Congrats btw.Also I am visiting DC this week and they told me their admissions office is closed for any tours or meet and greets until they organize something in the spring. I would ask more questions but I guess they are a little restricted due to covid-19. Kinda sucks but I guess I’ll just note it.Hey man, did you get an acceptance packet already? I was an ED acceptance and haven't gotten anything outside of the agreement to sign.
Last year I was offered an interview after being on hold for a few months, this year I was offered an interview a few weeks after submitting the secondary. So there is definitely still hope, whether you have been placed on hold or not! Will also add that GW is pretty update friendly (came off of hold last year after submitting a significant update).Does anyone know how long people are typically on hold. I was complete mid September, and was placed on hold. It seems some people are on hold for 2-3 months before a R or II, but some people get taken off after a few weeks? Does everyone get put on hold, or do some people get II directly after submitting their secondary? Just trying to figure out if I should hold on to hope.
Yeah I'm alternate. FML.Interviewed close to 7 weeks ago, still nothing. Sent updates at 3 and 6 weeks mark. No news good news just saying that for those asking if the wait can be 8 weeks. I guess they can't choose what to do with me.
Did you find out this morning?Yeah I'm alternate. FML.
Yes got the email about an hour ago. Sent a letter of intent over the weekend soooo yeah...Did you find out this morning?
I was put on alternate list almost 8 weeks after interview so not really.I interviewed 10/22, I know it wasn't that long ago now but is it a good sign if I haven't been placed on the alternate list yet? It seems like people who interviewed and were placed on that alternate list it happened really quickly for them.
Yeah totally normal! Almost everyone is on holdHaven't heard anything yet. Been on hold since early August and I'm starting to worry. Is this normal?
Nope!Anyone else who interviewed the week of 10/11 hear back yet?
Congratulations!! That is so exciting . Out of curiosity when was your interview date?Just received my acceptance via email. Interviewed in September — I don’t even know what to say. Overcome with emotion I feel like I’m in a dream. IM GONNA BE AN MD AHHHHH