How many programs do people apply for

[Kobebucsfan]

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I went to a Caribbean school and applying for Psych

how many programs should I apply for or whats the avg number of programs ppl apply for

 

[TexasPhysician]

As an IMG, consider applying to every psych program outside the top 30 or so. If you end up with 13+ interviews, start trimming back.

 

[mistafab]

Hey all,

What is a generally recommended number for average/strong USMD applicants? I’ve asked my mentors and I haven’t gotten good answers. They keep repeating that ranking 12 programs is essentially a match. However, I am unsure as to what a standard interview/application ratio is for well-selected schools.

 

[Merovinge]

Hey all,

What is a generally recommended number for average/strong USMD applicants? I’ve asked my mentors and I haven’t gotten good answers. They keep repeating that ranking 12 programs is essentially a match. However, I am unsure as to what a standard interview/application ratio is for well-selected schools.

The reason you cant get an answer is because it depends on which programs you are applying to. If you apply to the top 20 programs in the country and not a single middle tier program, then 20 is not enough. If you apply to 5-10 top 20's, another 5-10 middle tier academic institutes, and a few safety programs then you could easily be covered by 15 applications (if you rank 10 programs and a handful of middle or safety tier as a average to strong applicant you are likely in good shape).

Keep in mind psych has gotten a lot more competitive recently, so I presume you mean average/strong compared to the current competition.

 

[mistafab]

Ah - I am getting it now. This is making a lot of sense. Thank you for your reply.

The reason you cant get an answer is because it depends on which programs you are applying to. If you apply to the top 20 programs in the country and not a single middle tier program, then 20 is not enough. If you apply to 5-10 top 20's, another 5-10 middle tier academic institutes, and a few safety programs then you could easily be covered by 15 applications (if you rank 10 programs and a handful of middle or safety tier as a average to strong applicant you are likely in good shape).

Keep in mind psych has gotten a lot more competitive recently, so I presume you mean average/strong compared to the current competition.