eventuallypac Posted August 21, 2020 Share Posted August 21, 2020 Second time applying. Applied to 18 schools. 3 rejections, 2 interviews so far. I am just not feeling super confident and like I should have applied to more schools (which is super ridiculous considering how many schools I applied to is already a little ridiculous). I'd say I'm a pretty average candidate with hours and GPA and such balanced out. This process is the worst. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UGoLong Posted August 21, 2020 Share Posted August 21, 2020 19 minutes ago, eventuallypac said: Second time applying. Applied to 18 schools. 3 rejections, 2 interviews so far. I am just not feeling super confident and like I should have applied to more schools (which is super ridiculous considering how many schools I applied to is already a little ridiculous). I'd say I'm a pretty average candidate with hours and GPA and such balanced out. This process is the worst. You are in the "down on yourself" phase, judging from your choice of words. 18 schools should be plenty; all you need is one seat. If you're getting interviews, that's great: you've met the criteria to move on to the next step. I'd stop talking about what a "pretty average" candidate you are since that's not going to help your confidence and that can be reflected in your interview performance. The process isn't bad; it's how we react to it that makes all the difference. Good luck! 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiggySRNA Posted August 21, 2020 Share Posted August 21, 2020 Sorry to hear! But if you want this bad enough you'll give it your all. I was in your position not too long ago. But I gave myself 1 cycle. Told myself should I not get in, I'll move on. I would've loved being a PA but time waits for no one. Did you reach out to admissions to see how and where to improve? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eventuallypac Posted August 21, 2020 Author Share Posted August 21, 2020 41 minutes ago, UGoLong said: You are in the "down on yourself" phase, judging from your choice of words. 18 schools should be plenty; all you need is one seat. If you're getting interviews, that's great: you've met the criteria to move on to the next step. I'd stop talking about what a "pretty average" candidate you are since that's not going to help your confidence and that can be reflected in your interview performance. The process isn't bad; it's how we react to it that makes all the difference. Good luck! Definitely in that phase. Last cycle I didn't experience it too much, but I definitely have this cycle. I know for certain I would be a great PA student and eventual PA, and that's definitely what I aim to get across in interviews. But thanks. I came into the process headstrong and have just gotten kind of discouraged over time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eventuallypac Posted August 21, 2020 Author Share Posted August 21, 2020 1 hour ago, Diggy said: Sorry to hear! But if you want this bad enough you'll give it your all. I was in your position not too long ago. But I gave myself 1 cycle. Told myself should I not get in, I'll move on. I would've loved being a PA but time waits for no one. Did you reach out to admissions to see how and where to improve? I have not reached out, but I know the areas that need improvement, and have improved them since last cycle, and plan to continue improving them. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ANESMCR Posted August 22, 2020 Share Posted August 22, 2020 Normal to be discouraged but it’s important to keep trying. They will see this in the next round. Along the way you’re building character, gathering more experience, and creating more content for your next interviews. Find the positives rather than dwelling on the negative. Hopefully you’re accruing PCE or working towards improving something while waiting for entry. I went through 5 cycles and 6 years when it was my time. You’re at two. It’s all about perspective. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mands Posted August 26, 2020 Share Posted August 26, 2020 (edited) On 8/21/2020 at 9:58 AM, eventuallypac said: Second time applying. Applied to 18 schools. 3 rejections, 2 interviews so far. I am just not feeling super confident and like I should have applied to more schools (which is super ridiculous considering how many schools I applied to is already a little ridiculous). I'd say I'm a pretty average candidate with hours and GPA and such balanced out. This process is the worst. If anyone wants to start a pity party powwow group chat let me know LOL! This is my second cycle applying (literally 20 schools) and I have 4 waitlists, and like 3 rejections. I know that the bulk of the answers have yet to come, but here I am self hating that some people are basking in glory & security of having a program, LOL! Edited August 26, 2020 by mands I meant 4 waitlists! Just got another one recently! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eventuallypac Posted August 26, 2020 Author Share Posted August 26, 2020 12 hours ago, mands said: If anyone wants to start a pity party powwow group chat let me know LOL! This is my second cycle applying (literally 20 schools) and I have 4 waitlists, and like 3 rejections. I know that the bulk of the answers have yet to come, but here I am self hating that some people are basking in glory & security of having a program, LOL! I’m here for it 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaiteKakes Posted August 26, 2020 Share Posted August 26, 2020 I totally get it... I mean this is only my first round, but I'm already beyond frustrated. I just find comfort knowing that everything happens for a reason, and hard work pays off in the end. Everything will be okay, and you will be a PA eventually. Just hold your head up. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FuturePA6813 Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 (edited) On 8/25/2020 at 10:57 PM, mands said: If anyone wants to start a pity party powwow group chat let me know LOL! This is my second cycle applying (literally 20 schools) and I have 4 waitlists, and like 3 rejections. I know that the bulk of the answers have yet to come, but here I am self hating that some people are basking in glory & security of having a program, LOL! omg LOL similar to me!!! Last cycle I had one interview which turned into a waitlist. This cycle I had two interviews so far-- one rejection and yet again another waitlist. SIGH. Edited September 1, 2020 by FuturePA6813 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laybunny Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 (edited) On 8/25/2020 at 7:57 PM, mands said: If anyone wants to start a pity party powwow group chat let me know LOL! This is my second cycle applying (literally 20 schools) and I have 4 waitlists, and like 3 rejections. I know that the bulk of the answers have yet to come, but here I am self hating that some people are basking in glory & security of having a program, LOL! I'm down for the pity party group chat in all honesty lol. You guys are talking about waitlists... I got 2 interviews and I'm hearing crickets from all of my 14 schools. No waitlist, no rejection, no acceptance. Edited September 1, 2020 by Laybunny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaPA Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 (edited) It took me 5 years to get accepted. I just graduated PA school. I applied to 4-7 schools each year. 3.6 GPA, 50-100 shadowing hours, random volunteering including 8 months at Mayo Clinic, 305 or so GRE. Over 10k direct patient care hours by matriculation (CNA and MA). If I would have given up I wouldn’t be here today. instagram.com/lisafellispa Edited September 1, 2020 by LisaPA 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mands Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 (edited) 15 hours ago, Laybunny said: I'm down for the pity party group chat in all honesty lol. You guys are talking about waitlists... I got 2 interviews and I'm hearing crickets from all of my 14 schools. No waitlist, no rejection, no acceptance. Does anyone else want in on this?! LOL! we can actually do this! and followed you @LisaPA ! Edited September 1, 2020 by mands Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patricia5827 Posted September 2, 2020 Share Posted September 2, 2020 LOL im down for a pity part group chat...Im entering my third cycle next year Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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