thebeardedmedic
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Might be a bit early but looking at applying to UQ for the 2026 cycle, still waiting to take the MCAT in Sept
When did you complete your application?got interview waitlist notification. what exactly does that mean?
Thank you.It pretty just means exactly what it says. you are waitlisted for an interview invite. Everyone that ultiamtely gets an interview, gets the waitlist.
I got the same about 2 weeks before my actually II for 3/27. They also have multiple rounds of interviews, this is only the first.
Thank you so much! It is my only interview in two cycles, so it is prep time and praying it works out! Since they really only evaluate your last degree, my master's gpa is a 3.69 (an SMP) and my most recent MCAT is a 504.
I completed my application on 3/3 and got the interview waitlist notification on 3/5.When did you complete your application?
so should I start preparing for the interview on 3/27, even if im waitlisted for it? They said the next round was in July which seems far away. But does this basically mean im gauranteed an interview at some point, or that all the spots are already filled?Thank you.
It pretty just means exactly what it says. you are waitlisted for an interview invite. Everyone that ultiamtely gets an interview, gets the waitlist.
I got the same about 2 weeks before my actually II for 3/27. They also have multiple rounds of interviews, this is only the first.
Thank you so much! It is my only interview in two cycles, so it is prep time and praying it works out! Since they really only evaluate your last degree, my master's gpa is a 3.69 (an SMP) and my most recent MCAT is a 504.
so should I start preparing for the interview on 3/27, even if im waitlisted for it? They said the next round was in July which seems far away. But does this basically mean im gauranteed an interview at some point, or that all the spots are already filled?
okay thanks that makes sense. How long were you on the waitlist before you got the interview?The waitlist does NOT garuntee you an interview, it is just that everyone who gets the II had to be waitlisted first. As compared to US schools, it is just an extra step between app complete and II.
But July seems pretty far away, so it is quite early to start preparing. I also know they interview until September, so it could be then too. Hard to really know, but I think the only dates that are actually filled are those in March. It never hurts to start preparing early though, but nothing is really garunteed. My philosphy is to only prepare for something if I know forusre it is happening. I pretty much just started preparing once I got the II myself.
okay thanks that makes sense. How long were you on the waitlist before you got the interview?
Thanks. That was very fast.I completed my application on 3/3 and got the interview waitlist notification on 3/5.
Thanks. That was very fast.
AI completed my application on 3/3 and got the interview waitlist notification on 3/5.
When did you get the interview invitation?Any interview invite tips? Anyone know what percent of interviewees get the A?
Early MarchWhen did you get the interview invitation?
Thank you. When did you complete your application? What are your credentials?Early March
December. 3.9+ GPA from well known public state school, <510 MCATThank you. When did you complete your application? What are your credentials?
Good luck for your interview.
Thank you so much!December. 3.9+ GPA from well known public state school, <510 MCAT
In general, earlier application comes with more spots available. At the same time, applying this cycle can still be a valid approach for 3 reasons. The first is that while markedly slimmer, your chances of getting in are non-zero. The second is that there is no penalty if you apply and do not get in this cycle; in fact, there might very well be an incentive because they automatically "roll" your application into the next cycle (with your consent) and place you in the first round of interviews for the next year. Thirdly, and perhaps most importantly, applying this cycle will allow you to experience the MMI an additional time if you are not successful in getting in. You will understand UQ-Ochsner's questions better, the format better, and yourself better! All told, if you are able to apply, do so!Hey guys! Quick question. I am taking the MCAT June 27 of this year, so won't get my score back until end of July. Do you think thats too late to submit an application for 2026 intake? I know they have some interview rounds in Sept/Oct, but surely they've accepted most of the class by then, so just wondering if I should take my chances, or wait until early 2026 to apply.
Got the A! Would any current UQ-Ochsner students be willing to talk?
Congrats!! Yes, that was a very quick turnaround.Congrats! I also got the acceptance today! Alot faster turnaround than expected! Feeling so grateful to finally be going to medical school! I already accepted the offer 😀
But they have tons and tons of info sessions on thier youtube channel (and website too), I recommend checking out, if no current students respond. I ended up watching a bunch before my interview that included various topics from both current students and alumni. Super helpful in getting a lot better understanding of the program, as well as what living in Brisbane and New Orleans will be like.
They calculate GPA based on last obtained degree. If the post-bacc is just courses, they will combine it with your undergrad grades. If it is an SMP, they will just take the grades within the degree.Hello, do you guys know if this program looks at postbacc grades? I will obviously be reaching out to them but just wanted to see if anyone knew
When is the second round of interview?
ThanksI believe they have 3 rounds of interviews, in March, July, and September respectively. So the next one isn't until July and they typically will send out invites 3-4 weeks before the interview. Good luck!
They sent a link to a Facebook group in one of the emails! Would you like me to send it to you?Is there an accepted students GroupMe or group chat for Class of 2029?
I was able to join. Just wondering if there were any other groups. ThanksThey sent a link to a Facebook group in one of the emails! Would you like me to send it to you?