MD interview w/MDPhd Rejection ???

[stillsmilin]

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the dilemma: i was rejected post-secondary from harvard mstp, but invited to interview for new pathways md. im delighted for the invite, but i also dont know how i could reach my goals without a phd in my field of interest and i think that applying to mstp later in an md program is risky if you know from the start that you want mstp. can i petition for mstp reconsideration? what would i say in a letter? and is there hope? thanks!

 

[oldman]

you could always do the phd once you've gotten in. most schools don't mind if you stay around for an advanced degree.

also there might be a chance someone at harvard would drop out of the md/phd program so you might be able to pick up a slot.

 

[Habari]

the application for mstp funding @ harvard is different from most schools. you must have matriculated at the med school, done 2 years of it, joined a phd program (finding a funding source for yourself) and be on your way to thesis defence before you can apply for mstp funding for the last 2 years of medical school. essentially, you are only eligible for the last two years of mstp funding, and have to risk not getting even that. but people do it ...