Comeon Posted June 1, 2011 Report Share Posted June 1, 2011 How long do you consider "so much time" if you do not mind me asking? I am worried about my PS and have not touched the work/activities section. It would make me feel better if I spent around the same time as you . For the work/activities section, do your best and do not worry about submitting on the first. This week would definitely be considered early. Man, I feel like I've spent so much time on my PS that my "Work / Activities" section isn't really up to par... Anyone knows how closely they look at the Work / Activities section? Gonna be a long night... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShootingStar Posted June 1, 2011 Report Share Posted June 1, 2011 How long do you consider "so much time" if you do not mind me asking? I am worried about my PS and have not touched the work/activities section. It would make me feel better if I spent around the same time as you . For the work/activities section, do your best and do not worry about submitting on the first. This week would definitely be considered early. I def over-exaggerated "so much time" The first draft took me ~ 3 days, after that, I've only had 4 people look at it, and none of which gave too much input. They've all said "This is really good, I've got nothing", which I believe is just a way of saying "I don't actually want to read it carefully". haha However, I have looked at a number of PSes before writing mine, and have been thinking about what to write on mine for months now. Yeah you're right about this week. I'm off to bed - just been cruising YouTube at this point and not really getting anything done.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mlbn Posted June 1, 2011 Report Share Posted June 1, 2011 If anyone wants a second (3rd, 4th,...nth:rolleyes: ) opinion on their PS I'd be happy to read it. Spending time on the PS is def worth it specially when you can recycle and use it for you UofT application. Is it still the same 900 words limit? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jawn_doe Posted June 1, 2011 Report Share Posted June 1, 2011 I think I've spent like 3 days max on my PS and had one person read it over. And by three days I mean like 1 or 2 hours each day max. UofT is 1000 words, so definitely recyclable Has everyone started submitting? I plan on doing it tomorrow or friday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShootingStar Posted June 1, 2011 Report Share Posted June 1, 2011 I think I've spent like 3 days max on my PS and had one person read it over. And by three days I mean like 1 or 2 hours each day max. UofT is 1000 words, so definitely recyclable Has everyone started submitting? I plan on doing it tomorrow or friday Yeah, for me, it was around 2-3 hours a day for those three days Depends on how lax work is today... Might end up submitting tonight if I get lucky! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treejuice1 Posted June 1, 2011 Report Share Posted June 1, 2011 I asked because I creeped your posts and saw we had similar stats . I am a US citizen so I have some non-Canadian friendly schools on my app. I will also be applying to NYU, BU, Jefferson + GWU, SLU, EVMS, Vandy, Georgetown, Albany, Wayne, Iowa, Wisconsin (a few others I have forgotten). I thought of Vandy and NYU as my reach schools and never really looked at anything past a median 34-35 MCAT. I was tempted to add a few more schools after getting the thumbs up from my LOR referees but I have not figured them out yet. The total count is currently at 18, I suppose that should be good. I will be trying again in Canada at 4 of the 6 ON schools, but they let me down this year and maybe, if I get accepted at BU or NYU, I will let them down in the upcoming cycle as an act of vengeance . Yeah, my list is probably a bit wishful, but I figure that if I'm going to be paying that much in tuition and living costs, I better be going somewhere where I really want to be. Hopefully one of these schools will work out... I know 2 people this past cycle that were accepted at NYU with stats lower than yours and pretty standard ECs, so there's definitely hope I think I'll probably submit on Friday. I'm 80% done both my Work/Activities and my PS so hopefully I can be done by then. Also, do you guys think it's important for referees to print their letters on official letterhead? I mentioned it to my referees but I have a feeling that some won't bother Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GGGSaint Posted June 1, 2011 Report Share Posted June 1, 2011 Yeah, my list is probably a bit wishful, but I figure that if I'm going to be paying that much in tuition and living costs, I better be going somewhere where I really want to be. Hopefully one of these schools will work out... I know 2 people this past cycle that were accepted at NYU with stats lower than yours and pretty standard ECs, so there's definitely hope I think I'll probably submit on Friday. I'm 80% done both my Work/Activities and my PS so hopefully I can be done by then. Also, do you guys think it's important for referees to print their letters on official letterhead? I mentioned it to my referees but I have a feeling that some won't bother Important. Stress this point to your referees. Don't know about others this past cycle but I received notification from Cornell (followed by a couple other schools) that a few of my LORs were not usable due to not being on official letterhead. Had to get my referees to send in new copies. Also, since I'm on the NYU WL I'm curious -> were these two people CAN citizens only, what were their stats like and when did they get accepted? If you know any of this and are willing to share (PM?) I'd appreciate it . All the best with your apps guys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShootingStar Posted June 1, 2011 Report Share Posted June 1, 2011 Yeah, my list is probably a bit wishful, but I figure that if I'm going to be paying that much in tuition and living costs, I better be going somewhere where I really want to be. Hopefully one of these schools will work out... I know 2 people this past cycle that were accepted at NYU with stats lower than yours and pretty standard ECs, so there's definitely hope I think I'll probably submit on Friday. I'm 80% done both my Work/Activities and my PS so hopefully I can be done by then. Also, do you guys think it's important for referees to print their letters on official letterhead? I mentioned it to my referees but I have a feeling that some won't bother Definitely. On the AMCAS instructions manual it says: "Most medical schools require that letters of evaluation come on official letterhead and are signed by the author(s). " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treejuice1 Posted June 1, 2011 Report Share Posted June 1, 2011 Ahhh okay, I guess I will be sending off some emails then. I hate bothering my referees... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comeon Posted June 1, 2011 Report Share Posted June 1, 2011 My transcript was received in Washington on the morning of the 26th and I got an update by AMCAS today that they have gotten it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GGGSaint Posted June 1, 2011 Report Share Posted June 1, 2011 My transcript was received in Washington on the morning of the 26th and I got an update by AMCAS today that they have gotten it. I remember the feeling 1 year ago. Such an exciting time picking schools to apply to and finalizing your app! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comeon Posted June 1, 2011 Report Share Posted June 1, 2011 I am trying to figure out how to add subliminal messages to my PS Invite = "Stepping in to a white" Interview = "international trip...the view" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AP_gooner Posted June 2, 2011 Report Share Posted June 2, 2011 I am trying to figure out how to add subliminal messages to my PS Invite = "Stepping in to a white" Interview = "international trip...the view" hahahahahaha^ If Freud was around he would give you a few tips. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShootingStar Posted June 2, 2011 Report Share Posted June 2, 2011 I am trying to figure out how to add subliminal messages to my PS Invite = "Stepping in to a white" Interview = "international trip...the view" :D 10 char Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jawn_doe Posted June 2, 2011 Report Share Posted June 2, 2011 Oh darn. I didn't mention it to my referee's but it did say it on the request form, and it's weird that they need a letterhead even though they're submitting it PDF... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treejuice1 Posted June 3, 2011 Report Share Posted June 3, 2011 I've actually spent way more time on the Work/Activities section than the PS. The open-endedness of the PS is very daunting for me. Also, I got the notification that my transcript was received today and I ordered it just over 2 weeks ago Edit: Haha I don't know how I keep doing it, but I've made the first post on the last 4 pages Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lost__in__space Posted June 4, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 4, 2011 Lol treejuice does anyone know what to list student council as in the Work / Activities? Extracurricular or other leadership? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donalde Posted June 4, 2011 Report Share Posted June 4, 2011 What is considered more highly?? For example - I was a camp supervisor - should I put it as leadership or paid employment?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treejuice1 Posted June 5, 2011 Report Share Posted June 5, 2011 Just submitted!! Feels great Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comeon Posted June 5, 2011 Report Share Posted June 5, 2011 oh dam, you are ahead of the game. Can you start a verification thread? I would, but I have not submitted yet. It would not be particularly useful but it is a good way of getting to know everyone who is applying and potentially would be active this season. Just submitted!! Feels great Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reflex Posted June 5, 2011 Report Share Posted June 5, 2011 What is considered more highly?? For example - I was a camp supervisor - should I put it as leadership or paid employment?? The key is balance, so fill up whatever slot you don't have filled in yet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blizzah Posted June 5, 2011 Report Share Posted June 5, 2011 oh dam,you are ahead of the game. Can you start a verification thread? I would, but I have not submitted yet. It would not be particularly useful but it is a good way of getting to know everyone who is applying and potentially would be active this season. Submitted Friday June 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treejuice1 Posted June 5, 2011 Report Share Posted June 5, 2011 oh dam,you are ahead of the game. Can you start a verification thread? I would, but I have not submitted yet. It would not be particularly useful but it is a good way of getting to know everyone who is applying and potentially would be active this season. Sure, just made it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jordan19 Posted June 6, 2011 Report Share Posted June 6, 2011 What schools are you guys applying to? I'm not going to be done writing my MCAT till July, and I fear its too late to apply to american schools Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swimming_in_the_rain Posted June 8, 2011 Report Share Posted June 8, 2011 Hi, I am new. This might be a silly question but how are the referees supposed to upload the references letter? Since it has to signed, I am guessing they should print it off, sign it, scan it, save it as a pdf, and then upload it letter writer service. Is this how its done? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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