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Virginia Commonwealth U Hlth Sys

VCU

Richmond, VA

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Applicant sentiment — from 59 anonymous posts, 2017–2027

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What anonymous posters said

Several posts describe frustration and uncertainty around VCU's interview invite timing, with many reporting rejections or waitlist status. Some posts mention a mandatory short presentation and a four-letter-of-recommendation requirement, while others speculate about the program's reputation or stability without consensus.

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Whats the consensus on writing supplements that are significantly shorter than the word limit? 500 words for VCU?

#3722020-2021 DermMar 22
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Did VCU already put out a supplement? Didn't get it, RIP

#3702020-2021 DermMar 22
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is VCU the only program that requires 4 LORs? Yes

#2342020-2021 DermMar 22
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VCU wants a 4min presentation about yourself ... is it too late to cancel?

#23762019-2020 DermMar 23

Dude, I get that it could be awkward and maybe makes you stressed, but it's definitely not the worst and I would gladly take that trickle. You can do a 4 min presentation about yourself. you got this.

Mar 23
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it's honestly never too late. Do you have anxiety problems?

Mar 23
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ask your doc for propanolol if it'll help, but don't lose out on an opportunity when you worked so hard to get to this point. of course if you're one of those ppl up to their eyeballs in interviews, then I guess it matters less and someone else would be grateful for the trickle

Mar 23
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VCU Rejection x18

#16892019-2020 DermMar 23

welp. I am sure you are still nice guy

Mar 23
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VCU Interview (ERAS) x7

#16862019-2020 DermMar 23

Congrats! 1/24 and 1/25 interview dates? > yes

Mar 23
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VCU Waitlist x 2 << they contacted you about waitlist? << yes. << cool

Mar 23
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Congrats! 1/24 and 1/25 interview dates? > yes

#2912019-2020 DermMar 23

VCU Waitlist x 2 << they contacted you about waitlist? << yes. << cool

Mar 23
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VCU rejection

#20762018-2019 DermMar 22
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VCU waitlist

#20752018-2019 DermMar 22
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I am hoping to switch my VCU interview date from 1/11 to 1/18. If anyone can help, please check the interview swap. Thanks!

#19882018-2019 DermMar 22
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anyone know what vcu's program is like?

#18302018-2019 DermMar 22
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Would anyone be willing to switch their VCU interview date from January 11 to January 18? I would be forever grateful!

#16202018-2019 DermMar 22
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Is 3 derm LoR enough? Why is everyone submitting 4?

#9142017-2018 DermMar 23

Do some programs require 4? If so, which?

Mar 23
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I am wondering this too. I have 3 derm letters but no other letters (besides my chair letter for prelim medicine programs). Is that not enough?

Mar 23
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Most probably have 3 Derm letters. Maybe an IM/Peds/Surgery letter for a prelim/TY. You're fine.

Mar 23
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EVMS and VCU require 4

Mar 23
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Mar 23
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I was hoping we would hear from VCU today! Last year they sent out invites today. But they also did not match anyone in 2016, so maybe they just freaked out last year lol

#7712017-2018 DermMar 23
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UNC or VCU today?

#7642017-2018 DermMar 23

UNC was this Monday last year. Hopefully we hear something today

Mar 23
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*fingers crossed*!!! I just want some more lovin'

Mar 23
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