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Hello! I’m a 4th-year DO student getting ready to apply for residency this cycle. I don’t think I’m the strongest applicant, but I’ve tried to tailor my application toward neurology as much as possible.
Stats:
I want to practice as a community neurologist, though I’m open to fellowship later on. Matching into neurology is my top priority. I plan to use all my signals on "community-based" or "university-affiliated/community-based programs" and will apply broadly. Location doesn’t matter as much, though I’ll apply strategically with the 3 geographic preferences. My current plan is to apply to ~100–120 neurology programs and ~30 transitional year programs.
Questions:
Stats:
- COMLEX Level 1: Pass (did not take Step 1)
- COMLEX Level 2: 498 (did not take Step 2)
- 3rd-year rotations: all “B’s” (equivalent to 'high pass')
- Research: 4 total (2 abstracts, 2 poster presentations; none neuro-related)
- Auditions: 2 neurology rotations lined up, hoping to secure a 3rd
- Letters: 1 neurology (research mentor), 1 neurology (chair letter), 1 PM&R (professionalism + clinical skills), 1 IM (clinical skills)
I want to practice as a community neurologist, though I’m open to fellowship later on. Matching into neurology is my top priority. I plan to use all my signals on "community-based" or "university-affiliated/community-based programs" and will apply broadly. Location doesn’t matter as much, though I’ll apply strategically with the 3 geographic preferences. My current plan is to apply to ~100–120 neurology programs and ~30 transitional year programs.
Questions:
- What are my chances of matching?
- If I can only submit 3 letters, which would be the strongest combination?
- Should I consider dual applying?
- Any last-minute application tips?
- Any specific programs you’d recommend signaling to, given my profile?
