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Your Message: Smilies [get more]	[quote="uzoma" pid='59' dateline='1756880650'] I started by working backwards from Match Day and ERAS deadlines. My plan looked like this: Step 1: Gave it about 12–15 months before applying, so I had time to strengthen my CV with research and electives. Step 2 CK: Scheduled right before ERAS submission (July–Aug) so my score was ready for programs to review. ERAS Application: Submitted on the very first day it opened timing matters for interview invites. Interviews: Blocked off Oct–Jan, prioritizing programs that aligned with my specialty goals. What really helped was keeping a spreadsheet to track deadlines, documents, and communication with programs. I also sought advice from seniors who had already matched — their timeline feedback saved me from last-minute stress. My advice: plan early, stay flexible, and always build in extra time for unexpected delays (like score releases or LORs). [/quote]
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Posted by uzoma - 09-03-2025, 11:54 AM

I started by working backwards from Match Day and ERAS deadlines. My plan looked like this: Step 1: Gave it about 12–15 months before applying, so I had time to strengthen my CV with research and electives. Step 2 CK: Scheduled right before ERAS submission (July–Aug) so my score was ready for programs to review. ERAS Application: Submitted on the very first day it opened timing matters for interview invites. Interviews: Blocked off Oct–Jan, prioritizing programs that aligned with my specialty goals. What really helped was keeping a spreadsheet to track deadlines, documents, and communication with programs. I also sought advice from seniors who had already matched — their timeline feedback saved me from last-minute stress. My advice: plan early, stay flexible, and always build in extra time for unexpected delays (like score releases or LORs).