QUESTION 13 OF 30

How many transitional year residency programs have you applied to?

A company that provides residency preparatory guidance recommends making a ranking list of at least 8-10 programs to give students more of a chance of getting ranked. The interviewers ask how many programs you have applied to so they can understand how serious you are about getting matched and if you are serious about matching with their program. Be honest and upfront when telling the interviewers how many programs you have applied to. However, emphasize why you hope to be matched with their program over others.

"One advisor told me I have a better chance of being matched if I apply to at least eight transitional year programs. I took their advice and have applied to ten programs to increase my chances of being ranked. However, your program is my first choice as you offer the electives I am looking for, and you are ranked number one in the state for transitional year residency programs. I also appreciate that you work individually with your residents to help them achieve their career goals, whereas other programs do not offer that individual attention."

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