ontariopremed Posted May 12, 2020 Report Share Posted May 12, 2020 Result: waitlist - good - english Timestamp: 7:42 AM cGPA: 3.97 MCAT: 518; 130/127/131/130 CASPer: got interview at mac - waitlisted at mac ECs: residence advisor (3y), research volunteer (clinical and basic science), exec on many clubs, lots of other stuff Interview: answered everything genuinely and honestly - it was not easy - but it felt better than last time i interviewed at ottawa (2018/19 cycle) Year: Graduated 2019 - gap year Geography: From Kingston 3rd cycle and second cycle interviewing - got waitlisted at u of t/mac/ottawa last year removing myself from waitlist Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phgylover5 Posted May 12, 2020 Report Share Posted May 12, 2020 Result: Good waitlist (email at 7:37 AM) Stream: English wGPA: 3.98 CASPer: Got an interview for McGill (IP) so I think it went decent ECs: lots of research (3y) with posters, sporty things (5y) and employed experiences... Interview: honestly I thought it went really well. Had a few good laughs with my interviewers and thought I answered all the questions the best I could. Year: Just finished undergrad Really hoping to get in when waitlist starts moving Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Borat Sagdiyev Posted May 12, 2020 Report Share Posted May 12, 2020 Result: Good waitlist - EMAIL AT 7:45?!?! DOES THIS MEAN IM IN THE SHITE POD WHAT Stream: English wGPA: 3.98 CASPer: No idea, didn't get Ottawa last year tho ECs: research heavy (3y) with awards, presentations, posters (publications in progress), sports (5y) and employed experiences, LOTS of volunteering Interview: honestly I thought I talked too much, but I answered as best as I could and wouldn't have changed those answers tbh. I'm puzzled and upset Year: 1 Year Post Undergrad (Waitlisted at 2 schools last year, SAME DAMN THING THIS YEAR) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrOtter Posted May 12, 2020 Report Share Posted May 12, 2020 Result: Good waitlist? (email at 7:37) Edit (May 15th 2020): ACCEPTED off Good WL Stream: English wGPA: 3.98 CASPer: Thought it was average. Didn't get Mac though. ECs: research heavy with presentations and publications in prep. Lots of scholarships. Long-term employment. Different volunteering in hospital and underrepresented population. Interview: honestly thought I did my best. I was sincere, confident and really tried to bring in my personal experiences as examples to support my answers everywhere I could. I was also lucky to have had a warm and friendly panel and I think that really helped my confidence and openness. But I met a lot of great interviewees that day and never knew what to expect. I doubted my interview ALOT afterwards and I guess my performance was JUST shy of enough of the direct offer. So so so very shocked and grateful for this and I will be accepting for sure. Year: Graduating UG this year! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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thatcrazyhorsegurl Posted May 12, 2020 Report Share Posted May 12, 2020 Okay first of all, I created an account solely to ask how the f does one know if you're on the "good" or "bad" waitlist? You guys all seem to know too much for your own good... Result: waitlist - ???good??? (based on conversation with a friend) - english Timestamp: 7:39 AM cGPA: 3.96 MCAT: wrote twice because I thought I bombed the first one fml: 516; 131/128/129/128 and 518; 130/126/131/131 (second is higher but oof dat CARS doe) CASPer: not good enough for a Mac interview but honestly how does anyone know? ECs: MOA (1y), physio assistant for kids who had disabilities (1y), hospital volunteer (2y), high level competitive equestrian (14y), study abroad + school ambassador, various short term volunteer positions and sports etc, research assistant for a summer in Indonesia Interview: Alright? I didn't want to burst into tears when I walked out the door, but to this day I still talk to myself as if I am answering the questions to make my answers better Year: Graduated 2018 - just vibing in the meantime lol Geography: From Vancouver Last year I only applied to UBC, first year interviewing at both Ottawa and UBC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheStern Posted May 12, 2020 Report Share Posted May 12, 2020 To possibly help ease some anxieties a tiny bit: I was "good" waitlisted and am removing myself from the waitlist PequalsMD and cubes868 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDWoman Posted May 12, 2020 Report Share Posted May 12, 2020 Is there anyone here that will be declining a McMaster offer by accepting Ottawa, or indirectly removing themselves from the McMaster waitlist by accepting Ottawa? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mochi Posted May 12, 2020 Report Share Posted May 12, 2020 Result: Waitlisted (English) - good Time Stamp: 7:39am wGPA: 3.95 CASPER: Received interview to McGill (OOP) as well so assuming it went well. Fast typing speed (140wpm+) helped. ECs: Diverse, strong, and long-term. Research-heavy awards. Interview: Second interview and was more thrown off by panel than expected. I distinctly remember - in the beginning of the interview I wanted to stall for time because my throat dried up so much, so I tried to pour myself a glass of water and my left hand was trembling the whole way through. Embarrassing... Geography: IP Removing myself from the waitlist. Good luck to all those who are still waiting! askingforforgiveness and PequalsMD 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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deedee908 Posted May 12, 2020 Report Share Posted May 12, 2020 Result: accepted - english Timestamp: 6:59 AM cGPA: 3.95+ MCAT: 514; 130/129/127/128 CASPer: Got a mac interview as well, but mac waitlist. Practiced somewhat but not a ton, just did online questions I could find. Answered all questions. ECs: (probs the strongest part of my app): student response team 4 years and 1 year in leadership position, research 2 years 1 publication 1 international conference, university concert band 1 year, intramurals 2 years, various shorter term commitments (kids ability volunteering 1 summer, phone support line 1 summer etc.), competitive sport from young age to end of highschool Interview: I thought it went well except for a couple of questions, laughed a bit with interview panel, felt low-key overall Year: Graduating from undergrad this year (2020) Geography: IP Second year applying, first year with multiple interviews, waitlisted at toronto, mac, western and Calgary. Feeling very lucky and very very excited!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDWoman Posted May 12, 2020 Report Share Posted May 12, 2020 9 minutes ago, deedee908 said: Result: accepted - english Timestamp: 6:59 AM cGPA: 3.95+ MCAT: 514; 130/129/127/128 CASPer: Got a mac interview as well, but mac waitlist. Practiced somewhat but not a ton, just did online questions I could find. Answered all questions. ECs: (probs the strongest part of my app): student response team 4 years and 1 year in leadership position, research 2 years 1 publication 1 international conference, university concert band 1 year, intramurals 2 years, various shorter term commitments (kids ability volunteering 1 summer, phone support line 1 summer etc.), competitive sport from young age to end of highschool Interview: I thought it went well except for a couple of questions, laughed a bit with interview panel, felt low-key overall Year: Graduating from undergrad this year (2020) Geography: IP Second year applying, first year with multiple interviews, waitlisted at toronto, mac and western. Feeling very lucky and very very excited!!! Will you be accepting Ottawa? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicole22 Posted May 12, 2020 Report Share Posted May 12, 2020 Result: Accepted (1st time applying and only school I interviewed at - still in shock) Stream: English wGPA: 3.92 CASPer: Must have been alright - wrote it once in English ECs: Lots of volunteering, athlete, variety of jobs (ie. bank teller, bartender), research, pubs - honestly, my CV is VERY diverse. Interview: Felt good about it, laughed a lot and had a very genuine conversation. Really tried to show them my outgoing personality Year: Graduated 2018 - first time applying, currently finishing my MSc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deedee908 Posted May 13, 2020 Report Share Posted May 13, 2020 3 hours ago, MDWoman said: Will you be accepting Ottawa? 90% sure I will be accepting, yes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Shqipe Posted May 13, 2020 Report Share Posted May 13, 2020 Congrats on all the acceptances and waitlists If you want feel free to update your status on this poll Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarthSystole Posted May 13, 2020 Report Share Posted May 13, 2020 Result: Accepted - English Timestamp: 6:52 AM cGPA: 4.00 CASPer: thought it went well, decent typing speed and felt that the practice test gave me a good idea of what to expect. ECs: the usual volunteering at hospitals/clinics, research, volunteering abroad, started fitness club at local high school, president of a society on campus, waiter, intramurals, and some other more unique things Interview: felt that I answered everything decently then blacked out right when I walked out of the room lol. The panel was very nice, one interviewer was really throwing me off though. Year: 3rd year Geography: IP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chxiel Posted May 13, 2020 Report Share Posted May 13, 2020 Result: "Good" Waitlisted - I think I was 7:46 or something though so maybe lower end of good..? Stream: English wGPA: 3.93 CASPer: I think it must have went somewhat well given my 'lower' GPA; really went with my gut and winged it this time around which I think helped me be less neurotic. However, I did do extensive MMI prep the year before which must have helped. ECs: Research, clubs, music, but really not super exceptional. I think the research awards (NSERC, and a smaller award) may have helped boost my application a bit from last year. Interview: The interviewers stayed neutral the whole time and although some parts felt strong, the other parts perhaps not as much. However, honestly I felt proud knowing that I gave it my all and would not have changed the way I answered anything if given chance to go back. Year: 4th year UG Removing myself from waitlist, good luck everyone ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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dopamineislife Posted May 13, 2020 Report Share Posted May 13, 2020 Result: accepted Timestamp: 7:06 AM Stream: English, IP wGPA: 3.96 CASPer: prepared for this quite a bit. Didn't read Doing Right, but rather practiced responding to ethical scenarios with a friend. I enjoy ethics quite a bit, though I have no background in it. ECs: Some leadership things during UG. Interview: not bad Year: Graduated. I will be accepting this offer. . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petmegoat Posted May 13, 2020 Report Share Posted May 13, 2020 Long time lurker! Want to start contributing to the community that helped me, starting with rounding out stats: Result: Waitlist (good, bad, no idea?) Stream: English Timestamp: 7:42 AM MCAT: 521 (130/127/132/132) cGPA: 3.99 CASPer: No interview at Mac - CARS score may have contributed to this ECs: Diverse IMO, PM for details if you're interested! Interview: Meh. The interview was average at best. I didn't feel like I made a great connection with my interviewers, but at the same time they didn't challenge/probe me. Probably my worst interview of the schools I interviewed at. Year: 4th year Geography: OOP (East Coast) Will be removing myself from the waitlist. Deciding between U of T and Queens. Any advice would be greatly appreciated Best of luck to everyone on the waitlist! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweaterweather Posted May 14, 2020 Report Share Posted May 14, 2020 Result: Accepted (7am) Stream: English wGPA: 3.915 CASPer: Felt it went well, I type fast (PM for general tips) ECs: research, hospital volunteer, advocacy, tutoring PM me if you want more details Interview: felt really good about it! Connected well with the interviewers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mysmd Posted May 14, 2020 Report Share Posted May 14, 2020 Result: Accepted @6:54am Stream: English wGPA: 3.99 MCAT: I think I got around a 500 (repressed the memory of it hahah) Ottawa was my only shot and I am so shocked, stay hopeful everyone!!! CASPer: Felt okay. not much prep other than reviewing personal scenarios and watching some YouTube prep videos ECs: Research, clubs, basic volunteering, lots of sports! (No pubs) Interview: really comfortable during, def over thought my answers afterwards but I guess it went well! Year: Masters Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hello1233 Posted May 14, 2020 Report Share Posted May 14, 2020 On 5/12/2020 at 1:53 PM, thatcrazyhorsegurl said: Okay first of all, I created an account solely to ask how the f does one know if you're on the "good" or "bad" waitlist? You guys all seem to know too much for your own good... Result: waitlist - ???good??? (based on conversation with a friend) - english Timestamp: 7:39 AM cGPA: 3.96 MCAT: wrote twice because I thought I bombed the first one fml: 516; 131/128/129/128 and 518; 130/126/131/131 (second is higher but oof dat CARS doe) CASPer: not good enough for a Mac interview but honestly how does anyone know? ECs: MOA (1y), physio assistant for kids who had disabilities (1y), hospital volunteer (2y), high level competitive equestrian (14y), study abroad + school ambassador, various short term volunteer positions and sports etc, research assistant for a summer in Indonesia Interview: Alright? I didn't want to burst into tears when I walked out the door, but to this day I still talk to myself as if I am answering the questions to make my answers better Year: Graduated 2018 - just vibing in the meantime lol Geography: From Vancouver Last year I only applied to UBC, first year interviewing at both Ottawa and UBC Your email will say something like "due to your current position on the waitlist, it is unlikely that you will be offered admission". If you dont have that on your email then you're in the good list! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Shqipe Posted May 15, 2020 Report Share Posted May 15, 2020 Does anyone know how waitlist movement works? Will we have to wait until a bit after the 26th before they release empty seats to the waitlist? Or could people hear back anytime now as people decline offers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PequalsMD Posted May 15, 2020 Report Share Posted May 15, 2020 38 minutes ago, Dr. Shqipe said: Does anyone know how waitlist movement works? Will we have to wait until a bit after the 26th before they release empty seats to the waitlist? Or could people hear back anytime now as people decline offers? Some good info here: Dr. Shqipe 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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