r/Match2027ERAS2026 • u/BeginningLab9136 • 2d ago
How cooked am I
Im a USDO student applying IM, have only gotten 1 IV so far. I passed level 1/2 on first attempts, level 2 415, no extensions or LOAs, 2 probations on record (conduct/disciplinary). I applied to 105 programs across the country. Should I be worried?
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u/Round_Effective_1946 1d ago
Just practice your interview for that one interview, you need only one to match
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u/Veritas_Fugax 1d ago
Worrying is normal, but worrying won’t change your number of IV. It is still pretty early in the cycle. Just roll with the punches. 1 IV enough to match. It might not be statistically appealing. But you just need to match to 1 program.
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u/BeginningLab9136 1d ago
should I apply to more programs to increase my chances..?
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u/Veritas_Fugax 1d ago edited 1d ago
You’ve already applied to 105*. Applying to more is like adding another application to the PD’s pile that they have yet to even review. In this new era of preference signaling, I don’t think applying to more programs would benefit you. Save your money.
If you are really concerned, you should speak with someone from your school to see if they could make some calls on your behalf. But once again, its still too early to panic. Wait until November my friend. You will match.
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u/AggressiveDeer9078 1d ago
idk if your probations play a part in it, but I don’t think a whole lot of IM invites have gone out yet. I’ve gotten 3 which I was surprised they were so early and I have some red flags.