2025-2026 Michigan State

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When would be the best time to send an update after being placed on the alternate list. How long should you wait to send it?
My strategy would be probably in the new year. Maybe Jan-March, when they may start looking at the AL. I have no idea how the admissions process is reviewed, but I would think sending it too early it risks getting filed away. But I don't know if they may "bookmark" applicants who have sent updates, so timing could be irrelevant. Waiting a couple of months also gives you more time to add more experiences/updates. Waiting also shows them that even months/weeks after, you remain very interested in their program and they are "top of mind".
 
My strategy would be probably in the new year. Maybe Jan-March, when they may start looking at the AL. I have no idea how the admissions process is reviewed, but I would think sending it too early it risks getting filed away. But I don't know if they may "bookmark" applicants who have sent updates, so timing could be irrelevant. Waiting a couple of months also gives you more time to add more experiences/updates. Waiting also shows them that even months/weeks after, you remain very interested in their program and they are "top of mind".
Sounds good think I will have a good amount of updates by then
 
I have an interview coming up! Can anyone provide tips on how their interview went? Any odd ball questions they may have asked? This is my only md II so far so I really want to go well eek! 🙂
 
Anyone know when the MSU profesional form is due by? I know background checks don't start till Jan but there isn't a date for the form.
 
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Did anyone send post-interview thank you emails? I did not get the contact information for my student interviewer, so I am not sure how to go about that or whether its recommend sending one?
 
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Did anyone send post-interview thank you emails? I did not get the contact information for my student interviewer, so I am not sure how to go about that or whether its recommend sending one?
I emailed them before and they said you can send them to their admissions office and they’ll forward to your interviewer.

You don’t have to but it can’t hurt to send one considering it should only take you a few minutes.
 
Hey all. I have an interview coming up and was wondering if there is an informational session during the interview day? I was only able to sign up for the two interviews.
 
Manifesting A's for all of us still waiting.... seems like Tuesdays and Fridays have been the trend lately for acceptance calls?
Manifesting A's for all of us too!! I would be over the moon and it's all I want for Christmas this year!! Trying not to be impatient since I interviewed only a couple weeks ago, but I'm anxious to hear back.
 
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