I am waiting to hear back from my top choice (really also only choice lollll) but also coming to terms with the fact I may need to re-apply next cycle. I am kind of panicking thinking of how I can change my application, as I already have good stats, tons of research hours, clinical hours, publications, etc. So, I was thinking maybe of doing an accelerated masters bc f it, at least that would be different.

Looked into some masters programs at my top choice school and had to make a profile to fully see what the application process was like. Last week, on a day they were releasing MD acceptances (per the SDN forum), I got a call with their area code. I almost shit my pants.

I pick it up, they ask for my name. They introduce themself as from the office of graduate admissions. I'm in a coffee shop working (remote job), and am shaking. Finally, this is it. I am going to be a Dr! Already picture myself calling my mom.

Nope, they were just trying to recruit me to pay for their overpriced online MBA program. It's happened 2 more times since, and every time, despite all logic, I am flooded with hope that I am getting into med school.

I played myself, and honestly, idk if its more hilarious or horribly depressing and soul crushing.

Hang in there, y'all. Maybe silence your ringers and give your nervous system a rest for a couple hours haha.