you have to remember that AADSAS seems to be on top of things this year. So they started processing the applications much sooner. Last year it took them 2 months just to start processing. However, 1,200 is very high already. I think about 40% of the applicants apply by August. So by now it should be near 3,000. It is expected that this year will be a very competitive cycle.
Good luck to all, 008ers (and 007's at UOP).
DesiDentist