Ranking

[Peeshee]

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Hello,
OK, maybe this has been asked before but I couldn't find it on here.
I'm a little confused about the ROL and how it works. As I understand it, I am able to rank programs in my order of preference and also programs rank those they interviewed in order of preference. Then the best match between the two is where I get matched. So, for example, if I rank Program A as my number 1 choice, but they rank me number 10, and Program B ranks me number 5, and I rank them number 2, does that mean I will be matched to program B?
Does it really favor the applicant over the program?
If you don't like a program, should you rank them at all, just in case you don't match anywhere else?
Thanks a lot!

 

[orientedtoself]

Here's the link to the NRMP program explanation of the algorithm:

http://www.nrmp.org/res_match/about_res/algorithms.html

 

[neilc]

Hello,
OK, maybe this has been asked before but I couldn't find it on here.
I'm a little confused about the ROL and how it works. As I understand it, I am able to rank programs in my order of preference and also programs rank those they interviewed in order of preference. Then the best match between the two is where I get matched. So, for example, if I rank Program A as my number 1 choice, but they rank me number 10, and Program B ranks me number 5, and I rank them number 2, does that mean I will be matched to program B?
Does it really favor the applicant over the program?
If you don't like a program, should you rank them at all, just in case you don't match anywhere else?
Thanks a lot!

the rank is designed to get you to the highest place on your list that has a spot for you...so, it will not size you down to program B in your example unless program A is filled up.

it is pretty simple. rank everywhere in the exact order you want. the computer will place you in the highest place on your list that has a spot.

read the above link for a more precise explanation, but don't waste time trying to outsmart the match. just figure out your rank list and let the computer work it's magic!

 

[CANES2006]

Just certified my ROL. I'm officially done with my part in this entire process. Now, I'm going to sit back and wait till March 16 rolls in. 😀

 

[Peeshee]

Thanks for the replies!!! It's clearer to me how it works now. Good luck to you guys in your decisions!

 

[12R34Y]

I officially certified my ROL today as well!!! Feels so awesome.

now just a waiting game. only 60 days left........but who's counting.

good luck to everyone.

later