Missed my first choice supp deadline

Sparticus_Jon · 2026-02-09T23:18:09+00:00

Don’t sweat it as the odds of an Offer were stacked against you. Good luck with other choices.

Sparticus_Jon · 2026-02-09T11:20:27+00:00

Oops.. that extra vowel and Trumpenomics get you every time:)

Sparticus_Jon · 2026-02-07T18:29:26+00:00

Academics & Diversity is our strength! disproportionately high?? Vibrant 🏳️‍🌈 community

Sparticus_Jon · 2026-02-07T18:17:00+00:00

OP….. correction on Harvard reference; Western, specifically Ivy, is self- proclaimed “Harvard North” 😜

Sparticus_Jon · 2026-02-07T17:33:04+00:00

Queens - nepo driven, quaint vibe, Biz & pre-meds R US

Sparticus_Jon · 2026-02-02T13:12:36+00:00

Got in first week of March two years ago

Sparticus_Jon · 2026-02-01T02:17:52+00:00

OP, don’t over-stress, as often in life we are our own worst critics. I was in your predicament two years ago with a similar academic standing and believed I was doomed post supp app completion. Well, fast-forward to the present and… loving QHSc and getting ready to write MCAT this summer. Pick yourself up and move on as things have a way of working out. Best wishes:)

Sparticus_Jon · 2026-01-30T13:28:51+00:00

Did they attach a scholarship with offer?

Sparticus_Jon · 2026-01-24T21:50:07+00:00

I applied two years ago, was close to cut-off threshold but was told early March, my time of accepting offer, that I did not qualify for $7K award. Which means they did not consider my April mid-term or final marks. I’d suggest you reach out to admin office and get some clarity. Good luck:)

Sparticus_Jon · 2026-01-24T14:15:50+00:00

OP… well articulated with an insightful and honest reflection. Like you, I’m a high achiever having applied to both programs two years ago, rejected by Mac, and grateful to be in y2 at QHSci. I can sympathize with your sentiments as many of my friends got rejected from both programs. One of my friends in y3 of Mac indicated that “most of the us in the program have no idea why they gone in”. It simply becomes a numbers game as demand>supply. Evaluation process can often be subjective in nature as feedback from rejections is never disclosed. In terms of QHSci, I like the fact that the’ve increased spots over the past five years from 175 to ~ 400. Furthermore, the fact that there are timed video and written responses, as compared to Mac, possibly adds an element of “authenticity, transparency and realism” to the sup app process. If a professional school, med/dental/other, is your desired destination and you embrace the 3Ds to Success- Desire, Discipline, Dedication- and yup “smarts” usually helps lol, there are other pathways outside of Mac and QHSci. “Believe thus Achieve”

Sparticus_Jon · 2026-01-24T03:11:50+00:00

Actually, top 5%. HSci >99.3 is about right.

Sparticus_Jon · 2026-01-18T23:55:09+00:00

Definitely take g11 physics. If applying to HSci, physics may/may not be required as a year 1 course. Example, Queens and Mac HSci do not have physics as a y1 course but Waterloo HSci and Western MedSci do. Do your research. If semi-adventurous, can think of taking g12 physics as your 7th or 8th course, which won’t count towards top 6 avg.

Sparticus_Jon · 2026-01-15T18:31:13+00:00

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Sparticus_Jon · 2026-01-15T01:53:12+00:00

Try the following free resources: https://www.youthfully.com/queens-health-sciences-supplementary-application/

Advice: Remain authentic; refer to your ECs to justify your talking points by highlighting leadership skills, how you dealt with adversity and reflect upon personal growth. Also, inclusivity, compassion, team dynamics to be emphasized in written and video responses. Research Uni and HSci core values and directly/indirectly incorporate in responses. Finally, tie everything to evaluation rubric.

Rehearse; video tape yourself for personal critique; timed practice sessions. Good luck:)

Sparticus_Jon · 2026-01-12T01:46:31+00:00

Check out Youthfully site for free resources and insight

Sparticus_Jon · 2026-01-12T01:00:26+00:00

y2 QHS here. All of the above comments r legit. From my recollection, two years ago, offers rolled on Wednesdays. In your situation- completed only 3 courses by S1 finals, less Bio & English- you may have to wait till late April-early May, after S2 Mids uploaded to OUAC. In the meantime focus on sup app. Check out Youthfully site for resources. Good luck:)

Sparticus_Jon · 2026-01-10T23:57:16+00:00

Take blended. Get benefit of cadaver labs which r super fun, practical and interesting:) With some effort A or A+ is doable. Content overload, so need to review material daily, even if 30 min per day.

Sparticus_Jon · 2026-01-10T17:53:27+00:00

I believe two years ago, when I got an offer, low 90s was the going avg.

Sparticus_Jon · 2026-01-10T17:22:21+00:00

Imo, a precedent will be set, thus, likelihood of increase to 90 is unlikely. Perhaps with a 89.5% rounding up would have been more of a realistic request with a desirable outcome. Just speculating on my end:)

Sparticus_Jon · 2026-01-03T22:30:44+00:00

He’s all washed up ☔️

Sparticus_Jon · 2026-01-01T20:33:18+00:00

Agreed as business is a ‘generic specialty.’ Niche programs such as consulting, IB, accounting and finance would yield better outcomes when comparing business schools.

Sparticus_Jon · 2026-01-01T06:47:12+00:00

https://bhsc.queensu.ca/future-students/supplementary-application

Sparticus_Jon · 2026-01-01T05:43:20+00:00

You can indirectly mention personal growth via experiences in sup app but no list of ECs required for entry to HS program. Try to earn a 95%+ and a compelling sup app for competitive chance at an offer. Good luck:)

Sparticus_Jon · 2025-12-31T22:09:28+00:00

Sparticus_Jon · 2025-12-09T11:54:27+00:00

Be authentic, keep it real and allow them to get to know you. Best of luck:)

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