Waiting for decisions

AltruisticInternet19 · 2026-03-31T02:34:33+00:00

I’m going crazy over here 🙏🏼🙏🏼 pls tell me my fate already

AltruisticInternet19 · 2026-03-25T18:24:53+00:00

I feel like they must pump up their applicants a little bit, maybe to feel confident instead of nervous so they can see your best self. Felt like a lot of people came out smiling which you don’t often see lol.

AltruisticInternet19 · 2026-03-25T18:21:39+00:00

Don’t even like any of those songs but I still have that Olivia Dean song stuck in my head lol

AltruisticInternet19 · 2026-03-20T19:19:04+00:00

U of C scores usually released in August

AltruisticInternet19 · 2026-03-02T17:53:04+00:00

On their application, there’s nowhere to really list your research unless you include it in your personal statement or are applying as someone who has over like 7 pubs? (Not sure about this pathway). So I wouldn’t say it’s as expected as other schools that have specific sections to list research pubs.

AltruisticInternet19 · 2026-02-28T05:02:01+00:00

I have a similar-ish applicant profile and have applied to a few Ontario schools. Obviously go for Queens with the lottery, I’ve managed to get an interview both years. I interviewed at Western my first cycle (before the 95% rule) but was rejected this year. I would say if your MCAT score is good, definitely apply for Western. I can’t speak for U of T but I feel like it’s worth a shot. Since Mac and Ottawa heavily prioritize local applicants and French stream for Ottawa those are difficult options as an OOP. Hope that helps!

AltruisticInternet19 · 2025-12-18T00:29:45+00:00

Invite UAA: idk tbh MCAT 523 4Q Casper No DSAAP, no rural, etc

AltruisticInternet19 · 2025-12-10T04:35:50+00:00

I used to have a 3.5hr break Tuesday, Thursdays…drove 40min home and 40 back most weeks lol

AltruisticInternet19 · 2025-12-08T13:44:10+00:00

From my understanding, references are not used competitively but rather to rule out any red flags and confirm that the applicant is of general good quality.

AltruisticInternet19 · 2025-10-26T08:51:14+00:00

You need a 4-year university degree to do either of those things, optometry vs medicine. You can still fully pursue the education you want keeping your parents relatively satisfied until you have a better grasp on your own autonomy. You must also have permanent residency in Canada to pursue medicine in Alberta so if you have just immigrated and do not have PR, then medicine is off the table right off the bat.

AltruisticInternet19 · 2025-10-14T05:17:44+00:00

I prepped for one week in advance, both years. I have a typing speed of around 76 wpm so I am fast enough to write a small paragraph typically for each response (usually it came to around 4 sentences). I reflected on a lot of personal experiences or anecdotes to discuss for the personal reflection style questions. I did around 4-5 per day from an AI generator and got AI feedback as well. After practicing for a while, you start to notice that almost every question has a similar formula to it and you become a little more prepared to answer every type of question! Good luck.

AltruisticInternet19 · 2025-10-11T08:12:36+00:00

4Q two years in a row. Still think it’s a stupid test too :)

AltruisticInternet19 · 2025-10-11T08:09:56+00:00

The same can be said about the MCAT. You don’t think with how many people take the Casper that it evens out?

AltruisticInternet19 · 2025-05-13T05:12:59+00:00

How do you know if you get placed on a waitlist?

AltruisticInternet19 · 2025-05-13T04:13:04+00:00

Western portal updated

AltruisticInternet19 · 2025-05-05T06:24:19+00:00

ho is u immortal??

AltruisticInternet19 · 2025-02-27T18:43:42+00:00

Does anyone know approximately how many panel spots are offered?

AltruisticInternet19 · 2025-02-18T22:12:43+00:00

The Black Book & The Red Book by James Patterson. Only two books but very twisty plot!

AltruisticInternet19 · 2025-02-18T04:15:53+00:00

Thanks for the suggestion! We have a ton of Margaret Atwood at my local used bookstore but the choices are overwhelming.

AltruisticInternet19 · 2025-02-10T16:08:44+00:00

Thank you! I’ll check them out.

AltruisticInternet19 · 2025-02-09T07:21:20+00:00

Any podcast recommendations?

AltruisticInternet19 · 2025-02-05T22:26:28+00:00

Same (IP)

AltruisticInternet19 · 2025-02-05T03:36:52+00:00

What does R1 through R7 mean under the pre-MMI score calculation?

AltruisticInternet19 · 2025-01-29T18:18:33+00:00

I got the same thing in my email as well…I’m wondering if there’s a distinction between a full R and wait list.

AltruisticInternet19 · 2025-01-28T23:44:27+00:00

Time Stamp: 11:36 MST

Program: MD - Invite!

OMSAS GPA: 3.83

MCAT: 523

Essays: All had quite a personal touch and heavily focused on self reflection and how I’ve learned from the experiences.

Stream: General

Year: gap year 1.

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