AMCAS-box for PHD field?

[Caristra]

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I am in the process of filling out my AMCAS and have noticed that after checking combined degree MD/PHD a new list of boxes appears allowing me to check what field I want my PHD in. Is this new or has it been done before? Is it required? I don't feel comfortable picking a department for my PHD yet and would rather not have to decide that now. Any thoughts?

 

[SpeakLittleB]

I think it's just to mark down your research area interests. I was thinking the same thing, and when I asked my professor, she was like "oh, can't you check multiple?" When I looked again, sure enough, you can pick as many as you want. So I don't think choosing a box will be limiting. I think it's just a guideline.

 

[Caristra]

I think it's just to mark down your research area interests. I was thinking the same thing, and when I asked my professor, she was like "oh, can't you check multiple?" When I looked again, sure enough, you can pick as many as you want. So I don't think choosing a box will be limiting. I think it's just a guideline.

Oh that's great about the multiple boxes. The fact that I wanted to check more than one was precisely the problem. Thanks so much!

 

[bottles999]

Oh that's great about the multiple boxes. The fact that I wanted to check more than one was precisely the problem. Thanks so much!

Its non-binding and you can select as many as you like. Not sure how selecting one vs. many impacts the Application process - if at all. As mentioned above its mostly to indicate "grossely" your research interests.

Good Luck

 

[JayQuah]

Schools will use the areas to match you up with the faculty that are in the checked areas of interest (if you get the interview).