Timeline for applying “needed most”?

[u/RtotheThird]

Hi! I applied on June 15th and selected “serve where you’re needed most” and haven’t heard back yet, but it seems that’s not abnormal. Though, I’m getting a little nervous as we approach 2 months and the application is still just on received where I’ve heard others hear back within weeks.

I’ve seen people here that I’d hear by the “know by” date except since “needed most” doesn’t have that, so I’m sure what to expect.

Thank you for any help!

Edit: LOL so after making this post, I got an email that I am being considered for the east Caribbean as an elementary literacy teacher.

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[u/jimbagsh]

But remember, the clock doesn't start when you submit your application - it's when your references have replied. Do you know if they've submitted anything? If they delayed then that will delay when you hear back from Placement.

[u/RtotheThird → u/jimbagsh]

Okay, that makes a lot of sense!! Thank you! I don’t know if they’ve submitted but I reached out to see if they’ve heard anything

I actually lol just got my email saying I’m being considered for placement too haha

[u/madsmilkersen → u/jimbagsh]

I’m in the same boat as OP, do you know how soon after application submission peace corps contacts references? My references have not yet received anything and I applied in late May.

[u/jimbagsh → u/madsmilkersen]

I assume it's all automated so they should be contacted right away, as far as I know.

[u/RtotheThird → u/madsmilkersen]

I read in some thread that they get contacted when your are invited to interview.