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You applied to EEB programs right? So did I, seems as though they tend to interview and review much later than other bio programs doesn't it? Makes me anxious since so many MCB, MB, and Neuro programs are already inviting. The waiting is painful!

Consolidating and a couple additions Stanford (Biology): 2/27-3/3 U Mass Med (Biomedical/Neuroscience): 1/31-2/2 and 2/14-2/16 U Chicago (Biomedical): 2/21-2/23 Washington University in St. Louis (Biochem): 1/25, 2/8 WashU (Devo, Stem Bio): 2/8, 2/22 WashU (Evo, Eco, Pop): 2/22 WashU (Human Gen): 1/11, 2/8 WashU (Immunology): 1/18, 1/22 WashU (MCB): 1/11, 2/1, 2/15 WashU (Neuro): 1/18, 2/1 WUSTL (Plant): 2/1, 2/15

I haven't heard of them having a strict cutoff, probably just anecdotal statements continuously passed through the grapevine. Especially since people with great numbers are also rejected early. Lower numbers is probably a reason for many to be rejected, but that doesn't mean they have a absolutely strict 'you shall not pass' line. It is a competitive program, many great applicants of a large range of stats are rejected. I also wouldn't be surprised if some of them are generic rejections handed out to files that were submitted, but still incomplete passed the deadline.

You all have some impressive profiles, good luck to everyone! Guess I'll be the first EEB poster here. Undergrad Institution: Large state school Major(s): Biology with Genetics Minor(s): Chemistry GPA in Major: 3.86 Overall GPA: 3.78 Type of Student: Domestic minority female GRE Scores (revised/old version): Q: 790/164 (90%) V: 600/160 (83%) W: 5.0 (87%) B: 840 (94%) Research Experience: Three years in evolutionary biology lab, three conferences, one 1st author. Awards/Honors/Recognitions: Presidential scholar (at school), Research Fellowship (at school), Excellence in Science Education (local) Pertinent Activities or Jobs: Two years as TA, two years as teacher at Kaplan, two years as peer tutor Any Miscellaneous Accomplishments that Might Help: I suppose, experience in field research, with animal husbandry, and teaching Internationally. Special Bonus Points: Only one graduate level course, minority female if that matters, first in family to pursue higher degree. Applying to Where: Listed in signature, all Ecology and Evolutionary Biology PhD Programs, some Integrative/Organismal/General Biology with EEB track.

Yeah, I'm sure if you check your recipients at ets.org and the codes are all sent to the proper department then they probably have them. Resending is definitely pricey. Don't stress too much! I understand the freaking out though, but I'm sure its all fine and they're just taking their time since they're probably receiving tons of score reports.

Do you mean the webpage for checking application doesn't show them as received? Because many programs compile everything in batches so they may have your scores, but not matched it to your application yet. If you're really worried, give them a call before sending them again.

Oregon actually, but yeah California has all my top choice programs. Which programs did you apply to?

I'm applying for PhD's in ecology and evolutionary biology, integrative biology, or general biology that has an EEB track or specialization. All the programs I have or am applying to are: Dartmouth Drexel Georgetown Stanford Tulane UC Berkeley UC Davis UC Irvine UCLA UCSD Chicago Central Florida U Florida U Hawaii U Miami U Michigan U Minnesota U Penn U Pitt USC U South Florida U Utah U Vermont U Virginia UW WashU Western Michigan Yup. Only reason I'm applying to so many is because I have a partner who is currently applying for orthopedic residency and we're attempting to match our locations...not a fun process.

Some require initial contact, many recommend, others say nothing on the topic - so for my specialty, contacting seems to be the ideal or preferred route. Definitely think you made right choice to not make contacts if a program actually says not to.

Such a good feeling! Good luck to you and everyone else who is applying this season! I've submitted 3 applications so far, none are complete yet because of two out of three letter writers and I haven't sent GRE scores yet. Most conversations with professors are just about settled down with the exception of letting them know when I have an application submitted. Currently though almost all my attention has been going toward the NSF GRFP application.

I have a total of six letter writers - some programs state a maximum number of letters (ex: minimum 3 but up to 5), so I'm submitting as many as I feel are appropriate for that program that is within their listed window. If they don't state a maximum, I've contacted the department or admissions (whichever deals with the applicant review in that program) and ask if there is a limit or preference. Some places really don't want more to read, and others don't seem to mind - so I think it is just to your benefit to contact and make sure you're following the guidelines and preferences of the program's admissions committee.