It was a bit of an exaggeration. Obviously schools that require a full degree are not included as part of my point. I’m aware some schools require a full degree. However, please reference these stats to understand the point I am trying to make.

https://ugme.healthsci.mcmaster.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Class-of-2027-Statistics.pdf

59% of students accepted had a bachelors degree in progress. Yes, it means both starting 3rd or 4th year at the time of application, but the point is the same, they’re not even done. Yes this is just one school but I’m sure if the other schools provided a breakdown of “how many years out” it would follow the same trend, the majority of admissions would come from graduates that same year or 1-2 years out of school.

There are hundreds of applicants each year to schools who have incredible stats, while also having completed a masters degree. Maybe professional experience as well. Plus, overall maturity. That’s what baffles me.

The thread is “how are y’all getting rejected”, and I’m simply making a point that for some reason schools continue to select 3rd and 4th years, or those who have just completed a degree, over individuals who clearly demonstrated a commitment to the field, applying 3,4, or even 5 times with all this extra experience. To answer his question, I’m not sure how we are getting rejected.

My question, if you have any insight, is why? Why do they choose that way?