macaquemaniac

Yea...the first year I applied to 4, then 8, then 3 this year just because I didnt have the umph (or dinero) left for another 8 applications. Ive contacted faculty prior to applying with very little response. Most of the programs are either behavioral neuro or cog/social psych. Ultimately I want to do something social behavior or communication/vocalization based with NHPs. Its nice to hear that Im not the only crazy one.....I felt like my posting was a little bitter too lol, so dont feel bad. You know, the thing that gets me the most is that I have friends who are way less qualified than me that got into med school. COME ON NOW. I say to friends and family Im applying for the third time and they look at me like Im illiterate. How come the general public doesnt know how hard this is? Not that I care that much what everyone else thinks, but still. This is therapeutic. Im keeping my fingers crossed for everyone!!! (or at least those who are really passionate about it).

Is this everyone's first year of applying? This is my 3rd (yea, i know, I must be insane) and I havent heard anything yet. Only applied to three though: Emory, Georgia State, and University of Georgia in Athens. I know Emory has already had its first round of interviews (Congrats K!!!!). I tell myself that each time I apply it will be easier and that if I dont get in I won't be as crushed but Im really lying to myself. I have pretty good stats: 3.5 GPA from competitive school, 750Q 560V GRE, 710 psych GRE. Good LOR (one with ties to UGA and one with ties to Emory), 2 years of excellent non-human primate research experience first at a pre-clinical tox company, then at the NIH. At any rate: THIS WAITING IS KILLING ME. On another posting somebody suggested reading books about graduate life, which is nice for the first timers, but for me I dont think that is such a good idea. Is anyone else in the same boat :?: Keep everyone updated and good luck!!!!