Has anybody else been hearing this on the trail? Have heard it from 3-4 places now. A couple interviewers have even strongly suggested that coming by in person would help my chances.
Is this cycle going to turn into a game of who can make the most rendezvous with these programs?
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My advice is go to two tops assuming this is even legal.
I believe this years policy is that applicants can pick several programs and visit them AFTER the programs have submitted their rank lists, but BEFORE the applicants submit their rank list
This happened last year too. I would advise trying to visit at least a couple of your favorite or most convenient places if you can. Most ppl still didn’t.
It’s for you and them. The most important thing is to find a place where you like the people and fit in. You can figure out the rest during your elective time in 5 years
Additionally, you should reach out to residents and faculty at programs you like with real questions. Try to envision being there an what concerns you have.
I realize this website is like screaming into the abyss, but these should all be obvious, normal adult things to do.