sparrowandjack Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 I am on a waitlist for a PA program that starts mid-August and am considered "high" on the alternate list. I can't depend on getting in, so I have to prepare to reapply. I am just waiting on finishing up a class and an LOR, but I am not sure how long to wait before I send out my applications because there is still a chance. I am going to submit my application before first deadline occurs for the programs I am applying to, but also the longer I wait, the less chance I have at getting an interview next cycle. I am not sure where the balance is between waiting to hear the final decision and spending a couple hundred dollars to reapply..... For those of you who have been in a situation where you were on a waitlist, how long did you wait before you reapplied? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laurac Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 I'm in the same position as you are. I'm waitlisted plus I have an interview coming up in July from last year's app (the school interviews late, they start in January). I spent the money and put in a bunch of apps for the current cycle. Someone very wise on this board (probably Timon) said you need to go forward assuming you won't get in. If you do, great. If not you'll kick yourself for not applying early this cycle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbalaban Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 I agree with that logic. What do you have to lose? A couple hundred bucks? It's a gamble with some much needed cash but if you don't get in now, it'll be good to be back in the hunt immediately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winterallsummer Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 If in those shoes, I would go ahead and apply. People drop out of programs at literally the last minute so there is a chance, but if it doesn't happen, you will be mad you waited. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparrowandjack Posted June 20, 2013 Author Share Posted June 20, 2013 Thank you all for the advice! I think I just needed support and confirmation from others who understand that chasing my PA dream is worth the money it takes to apply :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winterallsummer Posted June 20, 2013 Share Posted June 20, 2013 Yeah it is not fun paying that CASPA app but it is well worth it in the long run. You gotta invest in yourself man. Plus if it makes you feel any better, once you get your student loan bill, any credit card debt you may have at all will seem like nothing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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