Yikes. Had glowing letters of recommendation, a Skype interview with a current faculty member already completed, and 3 publications with 3 years of research. This was my top choice, and it hurts. They had 350 applicants this year, but that fact doesn't make rejection feel any better. Good luck to everyone else!

That was real quick! I wish all the rejection letters would come in as fast so I have no time to grieve. #retweet

Thank you for submitting your application to the Ph.D. Program in Biomedical Sciences at OHSU, and for the time and effort you put into preparing your application materials. We received over 350 applications this year, which made the review process extremely competitive. After careful consideration, the admissions committee has unfortunately chosen to decline your application. We appreciate your interest in our program and wish you continued success as you strive to achieve your goals.

Generic email saying 350 applicants and extremely competitive blah!

4 publications under prep + 1 year of post-grad research. First rejection, hurts like hell =,(

Preliminary Skype interview with POI

invite from admissions committee for in-person interview

3 years of research experience, 3 publications; standard email of rejection

Congratulations to those who received interview offer from PBMS! When was the submission date of your application? Thank you!

A standard email indicating I wasn't being offered an interview.

A year and a half of experience working in a behavioral neuroscience lab.