Title is super vague but I have no idea how to ask the question.
Right before match, are most people kinda banking on 2-4 programs that they auditioned, interviewed at and filling another 6-7 places they interviewed, but didn't audition? Are non-auditioned positions really viable options for mediocre people? I understand for super star DO students they may have lots of options but is that the same of the sub-500 COMLEX people doing IM? Asking for AOA match btw...
I'm just curious. I don't have the best stats or the best grades but I did well on my clinical grades and did well on my auditions. I am applying to a bunch of programs but a few have sent rejections already. Is it likely I'm going to end up only really having a shot in matching at the places I've auditioned or can I apply broadly and expect to match even at places with no auditions?
Right before match, are most people kinda banking on 2-4 programs that they auditioned, interviewed at and filling another 6-7 places they interviewed, but didn't audition? Are non-auditioned positions really viable options for mediocre people? I understand for super star DO students they may have lots of options but is that the same of the sub-500 COMLEX people doing IM? Asking for AOA match btw...
I'm just curious. I don't have the best stats or the best grades but I did well on my clinical grades and did well on my auditions. I am applying to a bunch of programs but a few have sent rejections already. Is it likely I'm going to end up only really having a shot in matching at the places I've auditioned or can I apply broadly and expect to match even at places with no auditions?