I interviewed in my first application cycle and got rejected. In my second cycle I improved my mcat, and had the director of the community service project that I volunteered w/write me a letter of rec. The letter of rec. told drew what they did (tutor/mentor disadvantaged inner city kids), and my role and level of involvement in this community service project. I think these two things helped me out the most. Also not getting in the first time was a very humbling experience. Hope that helps.