I matched intern year only (which I hope was the right move vs. a research year or delayed graduation) so was eligible for the SOAP and could see the unfilled programs. My question is regarding the programs that elected not to participate in the SOAP. Should I simply contact these programs on Friday to apply for their unfilled position? Or by not participating in the SOAP does that mean that they would rather leave the program unfilled than fill it outside of the match? If anyone has any information about unfilled spots that might be offered outside the match, please send me a PM.
Also, somewhat related, I am confused by the new all-in rule issued by the NRMP. The way I read it indicates that programs must list all PGY-2 spots through the match. I am unclear if this also applies to spots that come up during the year from either a drop-out or approved increase in residents. If it does, it would mean that I would have no choice but to enter the match again next year as any PGY-2 slot would have to go in as an R-position in the match otherwise it would be a match violation. I.e., the only rad-onc positions allowed outside of the match now are PGY-3 and up. Can anyone clarify?
Thanks!
Also, somewhat related, I am confused by the new all-in rule issued by the NRMP. The way I read it indicates that programs must list all PGY-2 spots through the match. I am unclear if this also applies to spots that come up during the year from either a drop-out or approved increase in residents. If it does, it would mean that I would have no choice but to enter the match again next year as any PGY-2 slot would have to go in as an R-position in the match otherwise it would be a match violation. I.e., the only rad-onc positions allowed outside of the match now are PGY-3 and up. Can anyone clarify?
Thanks!