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This is true, only they made the decisions on the 15th, I am not sure if they have sent them yet.
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This is true, only they made the decisions on the 15th, I am not sure if they have sent them yet.
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Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh, I am going crazy. I wish they posted their decisions on the website. Everything that happens to me, just further confirms that I would LOVE to go to UCSF. After interviewing at UCLA, I know that I would much rather go to UCSF than UCLA. Please take me UCSF. I will be extra good 🙂
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hmmm...maybe they'll go out tomorrow or Friday? here's to hoping 🙂
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bah.... trying to replace UCSFgirl's thread!
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Hey everyone. I'm currently an MS1 at UCSF as well. I posted under this name last yr, but cannot figure out how to change my name, so this will have to do despite the fact that I am no longer an applicant.
Unlike citygirl, however, I am NOT a California resident as my name would imply (in fact I had spent my entire life living on the East Coast prior to coming to UCSF) and thus would happy to answer any questions about getting in and attending UCSF Med as an out of stater.
I am not as well connected to the admissions office as citygirl is (to know when letters are going out, etc.), but I am still knowledgable on more general questions about the school and life here.
And just so you know, citygirl is not the same as UCSFgirl. UCSFgirl is currently an MS2 here and citygirl is an MS1 like me, who benefitted from the UCSF thread last yr and who wanted to give back to this yr's applicants.
Ok, my spiel is now finished. Good luck to all of you. UCSF is a wonderful place and I highly recommend it. I have hosted a few students thus far, so some of you on this board/thread may have met me.
Unlike citygirl, however, I am NOT a California resident as my name would imply (in fact I had spent my entire life living on the East Coast prior to coming to UCSF) and thus would happy to answer any questions about getting in and attending UCSF Med as an out of stater.
I am not as well connected to the admissions office as citygirl is (to know when letters are going out, etc.), but I am still knowledgable on more general questions about the school and life here.
And just so you know, citygirl is not the same as UCSFgirl. UCSFgirl is currently an MS2 here and citygirl is an MS1 like me, who benefitted from the UCSF thread last yr and who wanted to give back to this yr's applicants.
Ok, my spiel is now finished. Good luck to all of you. UCSF is a wonderful place and I highly recommend it. I have hosted a few students thus far, so some of you on this board/thread may have met me.
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Yeah the preinterview hold thing... who's getting tired of waiting?
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Hey there,
Good luck to everyone. I know how crazy this time of the month can be for those who interviewed at UCSF. Just keep in mind, it can be really random when you hear from UCSF. I found out in the Dec. round after a mid-Nov interview. So it is possible, although not the norm (I was definitely in shock). Some of my other classmates waited 3 months to hear anything (and they got in outright!). Sometimes the people that interviewed you weren't able to make it to the meeting to discuss your file. That can suck, but generally it happens when they have a good reason.
Also, a lot of people are put on the high priority list and then eventually get in. Our list actually moves because they give out only a trickle of acceptences in the first couple of batches to give those who interview later on a fair shot. Again, best of luck to all. It's true what they say... if you interview at UCSF, it probably isn't IF you will get into medical school, it's just a matter of where. Good luck!
One last word of advice, I would not call the admissions office asking about when letters are going to go out if you haven't heard for at least 10 weeks, maybe 12. It is doubtful they lost your application if they invited you to interview. They are always happy to answer questions, and I know that as a recent applicant it is difficult to not pick up of the phone and give them a call, but it does slow them down. They are very good about getting the letters out a few days after the 15th of every month.
Good luck to everyone. I know how crazy this time of the month can be for those who interviewed at UCSF. Just keep in mind, it can be really random when you hear from UCSF. I found out in the Dec. round after a mid-Nov interview. So it is possible, although not the norm (I was definitely in shock). Some of my other classmates waited 3 months to hear anything (and they got in outright!). Sometimes the people that interviewed you weren't able to make it to the meeting to discuss your file. That can suck, but generally it happens when they have a good reason.
Also, a lot of people are put on the high priority list and then eventually get in. Our list actually moves because they give out only a trickle of acceptences in the first couple of batches to give those who interview later on a fair shot. Again, best of luck to all. It's true what they say... if you interview at UCSF, it probably isn't IF you will get into medical school, it's just a matter of where. Good luck!
One last word of advice, I would not call the admissions office asking about when letters are going to go out if you haven't heard for at least 10 weeks, maybe 12. It is doubtful they lost your application if they invited you to interview. They are always happy to answer questions, and I know that as a recent applicant it is difficult to not pick up of the phone and give them a call, but it does slow them down. They are very good about getting the letters out a few days after the 15th of every month.
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Thank you NYC for defending my honor😉
As I had stated earlier...........the MS1s have been off campus for a couple of days doing "clinical interlude". I'll stop by the Admissions Office today and see if I can find out some information about those holding preinterview (how many usually get invites, etc.).
Have a great day everyone!
NYC and jt, see you in class!
As I had stated earlier...........the MS1s have been off campus for a couple of days doing "clinical interlude". I'll stop by the Admissions Office today and see if I can find out some information about those holding preinterview (how many usually get invites, etc.).
Have a great day everyone!
NYC and jt, see you in class!
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But they told Pikayou they wern't going out on Wed???? When will all of this craziness end? I hope they went out on Wed, 'cuz then I think we will get them by Saturday. Remember to post if you get an acceptance. Good luck to everybody!
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Okay, here's the scoop.................
Letters were mailed yesterday (Wednesday). Remember that like any large institution with a mail system the letters went into the ongoing mail and may actually take an additional day or more to make it into the hands of the USPS. Its very doubtful that anyone would actually recieve a letter as soon as Thursday, but maybe Friday.
I also asked about what happens to the people who are on hold status preinterview and was told that high priority interviews are done first and then those on hold will be scheduled. Some people are already being scheduled off the hold list, so don't be discouraged. I personally didn't get scheduled until mid January but I don't recall being placed on hold first.
The person I talked to said that you are encouraged to call and ask questions. They really don't mind (ie: "That's our job").
Letters were mailed yesterday (Wednesday). Remember that like any large institution with a mail system the letters went into the ongoing mail and may actually take an additional day or more to make it into the hands of the USPS. Its very doubtful that anyone would actually recieve a letter as soon as Thursday, but maybe Friday.
I also asked about what happens to the people who are on hold status preinterview and was told that high priority interviews are done first and then those on hold will be scheduled. Some people are already being scheduled off the hold list, so don't be discouraged. I personally didn't get scheduled until mid January but I don't recall being placed on hold first.
The person I talked to said that you are encouraged to call and ask questions. They really don't mind (ie: "That's our job").
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Wow I'm gonna call right now. Thanks. I didn't know most hold people were eventually scheduled... although I don't know if I am a priority for them.
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OMG!! Tell us what happens the minute you get off the phone!!
Good Luck!!
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OK calm down (I got way too excited), LOL, actually the guy that answered said all of our "hold" files were set aside and are currently not in review... although sometimes you get different answers based on who you talk to.... I just told him I would try back in January and see if they are being reveiwed then....
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Boo on the guy in the admin office!! Haha... I'm sure you meant well, citygirl. Keep us poted with any more news 🙂 We appreciate your business!
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Oh I"m not sure, I know its not a bad thing, I was just glad to hear that I wasn't rejected on the 15th since you said that's when the meetings occur. I'm going to call after Jan 15th....
Hi,
As yet another UCSF student I just want to reiterate some very good points already made by citygirl and jtheater...
1. The "15th of the month" deadline is not a deadline or a hard-and-fast rule. I think it has gotten out over the years that acceptances are "always" sent out on the 15th and that's not entirely true. The 15th is a nice middle-of-the-month target to shoot for, mostly because it tends to fall a week or so after the committee meetings. That said, things happen. Meetings can run late, a person's particular application may not make the monthly schedule, and other unforeseen but generally non-preventable occurences often happen. And, as previously mentioned, you cannot discount the tribulations of the mailing process, especially given the current holiday crunch. So please, I know it's a major stressor, but a lot of factors come into play in determining which day, week, or month a letter may arrive in the mail...and most of them are not really controllable. Keep calling the office if you must, but please keep this in mind.
2. As for interviewees...as was previously very well put, you're in great shape overall. 50% or so will ultimately receive an acceptance letter, and getting an interview at UCSF pretty-much means you will be getting into a medical school, unless, say, you ONLY applied to UCSF.
3. As for holds, yes, a certain number will eventually be granted interviews. However, there's really no way to determine how many that will be or when the parsing step will occur. I realize it's very aggravating to be in this limbo-like state, but there's not too much to do except wait. Sorry.
But, remember, it's December...it's still very early on the game, although I know it feels like it's been forever. The majority of interviews has not yet occurred, if that's any comfort.
Just my two cents...
As yet another UCSF student I just want to reiterate some very good points already made by citygirl and jtheater...
1. The "15th of the month" deadline is not a deadline or a hard-and-fast rule. I think it has gotten out over the years that acceptances are "always" sent out on the 15th and that's not entirely true. The 15th is a nice middle-of-the-month target to shoot for, mostly because it tends to fall a week or so after the committee meetings. That said, things happen. Meetings can run late, a person's particular application may not make the monthly schedule, and other unforeseen but generally non-preventable occurences often happen. And, as previously mentioned, you cannot discount the tribulations of the mailing process, especially given the current holiday crunch. So please, I know it's a major stressor, but a lot of factors come into play in determining which day, week, or month a letter may arrive in the mail...and most of them are not really controllable. Keep calling the office if you must, but please keep this in mind.
2. As for interviewees...as was previously very well put, you're in great shape overall. 50% or so will ultimately receive an acceptance letter, and getting an interview at UCSF pretty-much means you will be getting into a medical school, unless, say, you ONLY applied to UCSF.
3. As for holds, yes, a certain number will eventually be granted interviews. However, there's really no way to determine how many that will be or when the parsing step will occur. I realize it's very aggravating to be in this limbo-like state, but there's not too much to do except wait. Sorry.
But, remember, it's December...it's still very early on the game, although I know it feels like it's been forever. The majority of interviews has not yet occurred, if that's any comfort.
Just my two cents...
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bumpity bump bump🙂
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Originally posted by priscy921
my roomate got her acceptance letter today!!i hope all of the rest of us get one soon also!!
That is sooooooooooo awesome! tell her congratulations! oh please be in my mailbox, pretty please with cherries on top 🙂
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I was going to stop by the bank 2day on the way home from work, but now I want to rush home. I know I am putting too much on this, if it's not there in the next couple of days, maybe I'll be on the waitlist and get in later. Everything will be otay, UCSF acceptance or no acceptance
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priscy, when did your roommate interview at UCSF? interviewed mid-november...i wonder if htey'll even get to me!
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priscy921,
do you know when your roommate interviewed?
do you know when your roommate interviewed?
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bumpin this...maybe we'll hear some good news today? please please!
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That would be tight, but I doubt anything will come now until January. Now I am hoping that they haven't reviewed my app yet and I will hear Jan 15th about an acceptance 🙂. Waitlist on Jan 1st would be okay too, but please no rejection.
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congrats Cube!
just wondering..when did you interview? thanx!
just wondering..when did you interview? thanx!
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Cube21, Congrats to you! I myself am an East Coaster at heart and actually grew up in Maryland, so if you have any questions for me about the transition to SF or going to UCSF as an out of stater, let me know. (Of course, it's perfectly possible you are just living in Maryland temporarily as either a college student or working and you grew up in CA, so in which case, ignore my last statement.)
The real point of this post was to redirect you all to the extremely useful thread from last year that I was referring to in my last post. I don't claim to have all of the answers and neither do citygirl or any of the other MS1's, but I imagine that almost all of your questions have been addressed in this thread. I must warn you that it is quite long, so making use of the search function might be of great use to you.
The thread is called "Questions or Advice about UCSF?" and was started and mostly monitored by a then-MS1, now-MS2 at UCSF.
Here you go:
http://forums.studentdoctor.net/showthread.php?s=&threadid=54221
The real point of this post was to redirect you all to the extremely useful thread from last year that I was referring to in my last post. I don't claim to have all of the answers and neither do citygirl or any of the other MS1's, but I imagine that almost all of your questions have been addressed in this thread. I must warn you that it is quite long, so making use of the search function might be of great use to you.
The thread is called "Questions or Advice about UCSF?" and was started and mostly monitored by a then-MS1, now-MS2 at UCSF.
Here you go:
http://forums.studentdoctor.net/showthread.php?s=&threadid=54221
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Thanks for posting that thread, NYC. I didn't want to search through 31 pages to find it, especially with the dial-up I have while on break. It's funny to read posts from now MS2s when they were MS1s. Things really haven't changed so to all those with questions this is a good thread to scan through.
