Topic: North American Language and Culture Assistants 2010-2011 (Read 105619 times)

kyky22 · « **Reply #300 on:** February 16, 2010, 02:56:00 PM »

Hello everyone,

I'm so upset I just found this website yesterday! I first heard about the program a few weeks ago on CIEE but didn't get around to doing some research about how to apply directly. I sent in my application on Profex and am inscrita #1821. Does anyone have any idea what my odds are of getting in with that number? I've searched through old posts and it looks like I would be waitlisted, just hoping I could hear from someone who made it in with a high number.

halydia · « **Reply #301 on:** February 16, 2010, 04:32:14 PM »

Quote from: SRedw on February 15, 2010, 03:03:13 PM

Double chack this because it is this year that the Community of Madrid stopped taking taxes out for their language assistants. Before, our pay was 888,25€, but before taxes we were making 1045€. It may not be as "clean" as you think.

Quote from: hurrikaane on February 15, 2010, 07:34:02 PM

Untrue. It's 700 or (Madrid) 888 euros after tax. At the end of your stay, you file tax documents to get the taxes refunded to you (from what I have read, it seems as if all your taxes are returned). I did read a couple statements that made it sound as if this year they decided not to take taxes out of auxiliary's salaries - can anyone confirm this?

I can speak from the perspective of auxiliares in Cantabria where, in the last two years we have not been taxed on the scholarship income. I am, however, taxed on the legal work I do outside the program.

madridsally · « **Reply #302 on:** February 16, 2010, 04:54:34 PM »

Quote from: kyky22 on February 16, 2010, 02:56:00 PM

Hello everyone,
I'm so upset I just found this website yesterday! I first heard about the program a few weeks ago on CIEE but didn't get around to doing some research about how to apply directly. I sent in my application on Profex and am inscrita #1821. Does anyone have any idea what my odds are of getting in with that number? I've searched through old posts and it looks like I would be waitlisted, just hoping I could hear from someone who made it in with a high number.

Someone on this forum said she got into the program with #1900 last year, after being on the waitlist. So, my guess is you'll probably get in, but you'll likely be waitlisted (and therefore have to wait longer than everyone else!) and your assignment will be totally random.

Last year, I read the that the group of people who initially got in (not including the waitlist) went up to about number #1700. But it seems that there are hundreds who ended up not accepting... I would guess because they were unhappy with their placements. So... we should expect it's about this same this year, unless they increase or decrease the number of total spots in the program. The Web site just says they will accept "more than 1200" ... so I guess it's in flux depending on the need of the schools each year.

hurrikaane · « **Reply #303 on:** February 16, 2010, 05:04:12 PM »

Quote from: halydia on February 16, 2010, 04:32:14 PM

I can speak from the perspective of auxiliares in Cantabria where, in the last two years we have not been taxed on the scholarship income. I am, however, taxed on the legal work I do outside the program.

What is your monthly income from the program, then? 700E was after taxes, I assume they are paying you more?

beachp · « **Reply #304 on:** February 16, 2010, 05:55:51 PM »

The assistant pay is 700 euros except in Madrid. This is not aftertax income, it is the monthly grant.

hurrikaane · « **Reply #305 on:** February 16, 2010, 06:15:17 PM »

People in the past were getting large tax returns upon finishing the program, however.... Another issue with this, is that before it was 700E outside Madrid and 888E in Madrid, now it's 700E and 1000E? That's a huge difference. Not complaining, especially if I get sent to Madrid :-)

hurrikaane · « **Reply #306 on:** February 16, 2010, 06:19:29 PM »

Also, I just found that other blog, with the full materials/timeline of the application process:

http://buenapinta.blogspot.com/

christina482 · « **Reply #307 on:** February 16, 2010, 08:08:26 PM »

Quote from: hurrikaane on February 16, 2010, 06:19:29 PM

Also, I just found that other blog, with the full materials/timeline of the application process:

http://buenapinta.blogspot.com/

This is EXACTLY what I've been looking for!! Thanks!!

cwtack · « **Reply #308 on:** February 16, 2010, 08:27:34 PM »

Does the police clearance report need to be from your local or state police department?

kborghi · « **Reply #309 on:** February 16, 2010, 10:29:12 PM »

SERIOUSLY the blogs are fantastic ! Thanks guys.

enjoi301 · « **Reply #310 on:** February 17, 2010, 03:16:17 AM »

Quote from: kyky22 on February 16, 2010, 02:56:00 PM

Hello everyone,

I'm so upset I just found this website yesterday! I first heard about the program a few weeks ago on CIEE but didn't get around to doing some research about how to apply directly. I sent in my application on Profex and am inscrita #1821. Does anyone have any idea what my odds are of getting in with that number? I've searched through old posts and it looks like I would be waitlisted, just hoping I could hear from someone who made it in with a high number.

I'm in the same boat. 1829. Didn't last year they say that there would be more appointments initially than this year anyway? I've heard the number 1500 flying around, is that true? Is it also true that your chances of placement are more dependent upon your Inscrita number than your admitada number?

hurrikaane · « **Reply #311 on:** February 17, 2010, 04:27:28 AM »

Quote from: enjoi301 on February 17, 2010, 03:16:17 AM

I'm in the same boat. 1829. Didn't last year they say that there would be more appointments initially than this year anyway? I've heard the number 1500 flying around, is that true? Is it also true that your chances of placement are more dependent upon your Inscrita number than your admitada number?

I'm pretty sure there is no "admitada" number. You get a Profex number when you submit your application, which stays constant throughout the process.

SRedw · « **Reply #312 on:** February 17, 2010, 11:59:13 AM »

To all of those worried about a number, just let it go and send in all of your required documents. As stated here before, there are many people who pull out of this program at the last minute or who simply do not show up in Spain. Many people leave in December as well, once they find out that the program isn't what they thought it would be.

Shawn

pepita · « **Reply #313 on:** February 17, 2010, 05:32:27 PM »

Quote from: SRedw on February 17, 2010, 11:59:13 AM

To all of those worried about a number, just let it go and send in all of your required documents. As stated here before, there are many people who pull out of this program at the last minute or who simply do not show up in Spain. Many people leave in December as well, once they find out that the program isn't what they thought it would be.

Shawn

I've looked back over some old posts from last year, and it seems that if you're high you'll still get in, but you'll have to wait a lot later to find out (many received their offers in June). I'm in the same boat (#1765) but I'm staying optimistic.

I haven't heard anything about how many placements there will be this year. It would be interesting to learn that the number actually went down from the year before.

Suerte, chicos!

t.c.parker · « **Reply #314 on:** February 17, 2010, 07:42:25 PM »

I know that it got over 2000.

1700 spots were given before they started wait-listing last year.

However, some wait listed people were sent out very late in the year.

madridsally · « **Reply #315 on:** February 17, 2010, 08:00:47 PM »

So (just days after sending the final document that completed my application) I got an e-mail from Profex saying: "Su solicitud con número: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx ha sido registrada."

Meaning: "Your application number: xxxxxxxx has been registered."

Does that mean that I'm admitada? I logged into Profex and saw that it still says "Estado : Abierta - Tramitación."
Meaning, "Status: Open -- Proecessing."

Should it say admitada at this point? Anyone else still getting this "abierta" message? I know there were some questions about it earlier.

kborghi · « **Reply #316 on:** February 17, 2010, 08:16:52 PM »

Quote from: madridsally on February 17, 2010, 08:00:47 PM

So (just days after sending the final document that completed my application) I got an e-mail from Profex saying: "Su solicitud con número: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx ha sido registrada."

Meaning: "Your application number: xxxxxxxx has been registered."

Does that mean that I'm admitada? I logged into Profex and saw that it still says "Estado : Abierta - Tramitación."
Meaning, "Status: Open -- Proecessing."

Should it say admitada at this point? Anyone else still getting this "abierta" message? I know there were some questions about it earlier.

"Registrada" is NOT the same as Admitida. If you look in the manual under "glossary of terms" at the end, you'll see it basically means nothing. My best guess is that you're on your way to being Admitida if you're "registrada." At least, that was my experience.

madridsally · « **Reply #317 on:** February 17, 2010, 09:27:44 PM »

Quote from: kborghi on February 17, 2010, 08:16:52 PM

"Registrada" is NOT the same as Admitida. If you look in the manual under "glossary of terms" at the end, you'll see it basically means nothing. My best guess is that you're on your way to being Admitida if you're "registrada." At least, that was my experience.

Oh, you're right! I just looked at the "Glossary of terms" in the Program Manual, and "registrada" is a step inbetween "inscrita" and "admitida." I assume though, that because of the timing, it probably means that they've received all my documents but haven't given them approval yet. So... I will try to be patient.

For anyone who is curious about status meanings and doesn't want to bother going to the program manual, I thought I'd cut and paste the glossary. I'll start with "inscrita" since I think all of us have gotten to that stage at this point:

Inscrita: ONLINE APPLICATION SUBMITTED
Registrada: Paper application registered, has no real significance in the process.
Admitida: Application complete, application has been processed and has all required hard copy documents, eligible for assignment.
Adjudicada: Assigned. A regional placement offer has been assigned and made to the candidate.
Reserva: Reserve, wait list. The auxiliares norteamericanos program does not make use of this status; rather your application will stay in “admitida” status until we reach your application number.
Aceptada: Placement offer has been accepted by the candidate. The candidate has committed to participating for that region.
Renuncia: Decline of placement offer. The candidate is no longer eligible for any placement for the upcoming academic year.
Sin plaza: No placement. Not used.
Excluida: Excluded. Occasionally used to remove your application from the program. Usually if the candidate no longer wishes to be considered before assignments have been made.
Excluida global: Excluded from all vacancies for any programs offered that term.
Registro excluido: application excluded.

Funny that "Abierto -- Tramitación" is not on the list of definitions since that what my status currently is when I log into Profex. I am going to guess that it's meaningless and that I'm actually in the "Registrada" phase..

kborghi · « **Reply #318 on:** February 18, 2010, 03:53:56 AM »

Oh the Spanish bureaucracy and their meaningless terms

BKVal · « **Reply #319 on:** February 18, 2010, 05:39:05 AM »

Spoke to the Ministry of Ed in NY today to check on my application. They're really attentive and try to be as helpful as possible. Anyway, those who have gotten their apps in on time/ w. in the 1,200 slot numbers. You'll be notified about acceptance by mid-april.

pepita · « **Reply #320 on:** February 18, 2010, 10:09:29 PM »

Quote from: BKVal on February 18, 2010, 05:39:05 AM

Spoke to the Ministry of Ed in NY today to check on my application. They're really attentive and try to be as helpful as possible. Anyway, those who have gotten their apps in on time/ w. in the 1,200 slot numbers. You'll be notified about acceptance by mid-april.

Just curious....Did the folks at the Ministry of Education in NY tell you the number of positions and the date they'll be sending out acceptance?

hurrikaane · « **Reply #321 on:** February 18, 2010, 10:53:58 PM »

Quote from: madridsally on February 17, 2010, 08:00:47 PM

So (just days after sending the final document that completed my application) I got an e-mail from Profex saying: "Su solicitud con número: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx ha sido registrada."

Funny, I literally just got that email, and when I checked Profex it says I'm admitida. If anyone is curious about NYC's turn-around time, they received my documents on Tuesday, and today (Thursday) I am already processed and admitida. If you guys in NYC are reading this, you rock :-)

Spain here i come!

madridsally · « **Reply #322 on:** February 19, 2010, 12:21:31 AM »

Quote from: hurrikaane on February 18, 2010, 10:53:58 PM

Funny, I literally just got that email, and when I checked Profex it says I'm admitida. If anyone is curious about NYC's turn-around time, they received my documents on Tuesday, and today (Thursday) I am already processed and admitida. If you guys in NYC are reading this, you rock :-)

Hmmm I also went through the New York office, and my status in Profex is still "abierta -- tramitación" on that first page when you log in ... am I looking in the wrong place? Or maybe I need to contact them about this?

(I'm the one who also got the "registrada" e-mail)

kellidoscope · « **Reply #323 on:** February 19, 2010, 12:44:14 AM »

Just an FYI, I sent a copy of my diploma for my B.A. and unofficial transcripts from my Masters degree program to the L.A. consulate and I received an e-mail today from L.A. stating that I need to send either the actual diploma or an official copy of my transcripts from either of my degree programs. The website had said that only a copy of the diploma was necessary so I just wanted to give everyone a heads-up

#1490 ( I've got my fingers crossed )

hurrikaane · « **Reply #324 on:** February 19, 2010, 02:12:56 AM »

Quote from: madridsally on February 19, 2010, 12:21:31 AM

Hmmm I also went through the New York office, and my status in Profex is still "abierta -- tramitación" on that first page when you log in ... am I looking in the wrong place? Or maybe I need to contact them about this?

(I'm the one who also got the "registrada" e-mail)

Yes, you are in the wrong place. Click "acceso aplicación" [weird, a double consonant in castellano!]. New window will pop up. On the left, click "auxiliares de conversación," then click "consulta solicitudes," and hit the "buscar" button. After the page loads, you should see the status of your application under "Situación solicitud"

[for anyone curious about the double consonant: "In Spanish, a true double consonant does exist with the double "c". When pronouncing words with "cc" such as accidente and diccionario, the first "c" is pronounced hard like the English “k” and the second "c" is soft like the English “s”. "]

hurrikaane · « **Reply #325 on:** February 19, 2010, 02:14:29 AM »

Quote from: kellidoscope on February 19, 2010, 12:44:14 AM

Just an FYI, I sent a copy of my diploma for my B.A. and unofficial transcripts from my Masters degree program to the L.A. consulate and I received an e-mail today from L.A. stating that I need to send either the actual diploma or an official copy of my transcripts from either of my degree programs. The website had said that only a copy of the diploma was necessary so I just wanted to give everyone a heads-up

#1490 ( I've got my fingers crossed )

I sent a photocopy of my undergrad diploma and a "issued to student" transcript of my Master's work, and that did the trick for my application (sent to New York).

madridsally · « **Reply #326 on:** February 19, 2010, 02:55:25 AM »

Quote from: hurrikaane on February 19, 2010, 02:12:56 AM

Yes, you are in the wrong place. Click "acceso aplicación" [weird, a double consonant in castellano!]. New window will pop up. On the left, click "auxiliares de conversación," then click "consulta solicitudes," and hit the "buscar" button. After the page loads, you should see the status of your application under "Situación solicitud"

Phew! I'm admitida after all!! How did you (and everyone else on this forum) figure out where to find that?! I'm impressed!

I'm <#200 and banking on getting placed in my first choice Communidad de Madrid... hopefully in or near the city

hurrikaane · « **Reply #327 on:** February 19, 2010, 03:52:05 AM »

Nice, I'm #443, and hoping the same.

elop417 · « **Reply #328 on:** February 19, 2010, 04:50:09 AM »

Hi,
I'm still working on mailing my documents because I'm waiting on the medical clearance. Is it possible to send my application without the medical clearance and still be eligible for the program? Any help would be great. Also, how long does it take to process the application for Washington, DC consulate office if anyone knows.

madridsally · « **Reply #329 on:** February 19, 2010, 05:32:14 AM »

Quote from: elop417 on February 19, 2010, 04:50:09 AM

Hi,
I'm still working on mailing my documents because I'm waiting on the medical clearance. Is it possible to send my application without the medical clearance and still be eligible for the program? Any help would be great. Also, how long does it take to process the application for Washington, DC consulate office if anyone knows.

Did you submit online? That's the most important thing because it reserves your place in line. Other than that, as long as you get all the snail mail stuff in before the March deadline I don't think it makes a difference.

I'm pretty sure you need the medical clearance before you can become "admitida", so you may as well just wait and send it altogether. It would make things easier for the consulate.

t.c.parker · « **Reply #330 on:** February 19, 2010, 06:37:41 AM »

Is anyone from the Northwest?

I feel like I'm the only one... :-(

Fail.

nathansaurus · « **Reply #331 on:** February 19, 2010, 07:23:33 AM »

Quote from: elop417 on February 19, 2010, 04:50:09 AM

Hi,
I'm still working on mailing my documents because I'm waiting on the medical clearance. Is it possible to send my application without the medical clearance and still be eligible for the program? Any help would be great. Also, how long does it take to process the application for Washington, DC consulate office if anyone knows.

Yep, you can simply fill the basic requirements on the Profex application and send it in to ensure a spot in line. Then send in all the hard copies of the documents you're required to submit (medical clearance, police report, letter of recommendation, letter of motivation, official transcripts and such). The Miami consulate processed my application from inscrita to admitida after one week of getting it in the mail. I'd call them after a week of sending your things just to make sure! The consulates are very helpful though.

As a side-note, I feel bad for delaying my application. My inscrita number was in the 900's. I was hoping to get in Madrid, but I'd be more than happy going wherever they send me!

saram · « **Reply #332 on:** February 19, 2010, 02:15:56 PM »

nathansaurus,
Last year I was 1756, put Madrid as my first choice, and got it (ended up declining). I wouldn't rule out Madrid just yet by a long shot.

hurrikaane · « **Reply #333 on:** February 19, 2010, 04:22:54 PM »

I was just thinking about this, that if you want Madrid it's best to be in the top 400, but the next best place to be in line is probably over 1500. Why? Due to the large number of people placed in Madrid, many of the people who back out of the program will also be Madrid placements. This means those on the wait list have a decent chance of getting a Madrid placement. If I were of the "Madrid or bust" mentality, I'd be happier with being #1600 than being #1000.

cmb04012 · « **Reply #334 on:** February 19, 2010, 05:31:56 PM »

Quote from: elop417 on February 19, 2010, 04:50:09 AM

Hi,
I'm still working on mailing my documents because I'm waiting on the medical clearance. Is it possible to send my application without the medical clearance and still be eligible for the program? Any help would be great. Also, how long does it take to process the application for Washington, DC consulate office if anyone knows.

Hi Elop417,
To echo what madridsally said, send all of your documents together! I had previously emailed the DC consulate a similar question and received this reply, "As for the sending of documentation, we would recommend you to send it together, thereby reducing any possible loss thereof, or confusion." We still have a while until the hard copies are due anyway.

elop417 · « **Reply #335 on:** February 19, 2010, 05:39:47 PM »

Quote from: madridsally on February 19, 2010, 05:32:14 AM

Did you submit online? That's the most important thing because it reserves your place in line. Other than that, as long as you get all the snail mail stuff in before the March deadline I don't think it makes a difference.

I'm pretty sure you need the medical clearance before you can become "admitida", so you may as well just wait and send it altogether. It would make things easier for the consulate.

To madridsally,

Yes I did submit my online application and I 'm number 1665 if I'm correct. Your right I should just wait and mail everything to make it easier if I'm accepted. Thanks...

kellidoscope · « **Reply #336 on:** February 19, 2010, 07:22:18 PM »

Quote from: t.c.parker on February 19, 2010, 06:37:41 AM

Is anyone from the Northwest?

I feel like I'm the only one... :-(

Fail.

I am from the southwest (AZ)...so I am close

kellidoscope · « **Reply #337 on:** February 19, 2010, 07:33:25 PM »

Anyone know or have any experience with getting a visa for a spouse? Under the L.A. Consultes' wesite it says that spouses and children under 18 can apply with the person obtaining the student visa. He meets all the visa requirements. Would he get a student visa too? Maybe just a residency visa? Anyone know how it works? Please help

burtrw · « **Reply #338 on:** February 19, 2010, 08:05:40 PM »

Kellidoscope,

I called the nearest consulate for me (Houston) and was told it is possible. THe spouse should apply at the same time and there may be a requirement of showing $1000 per month in a bank account for each month you want the visa to be valid for. They weren't sure about the financial requirement, haha, they didn't seem to be used to this question.

I'm hoping to do the same thing, my wife will be in the program, and my job allows me to work from home anywhere.

A student visa allows someone to work up to 20 hours per week, but the spouse's visa would not allow any employment of any kind.

Hope this helps! I recommend calling your consulate for specifics...

ewlandon · « **Reply #339 on:** February 19, 2010, 08:47:51 PM »

I am from the northwest. Oregon, Also someone from my work is in the process of applying but he isnt on this forum yet.
I'm admitida 795.

madridsally · « **Reply #340 on:** February 19, 2010, 10:00:55 PM »

Quote from: burtrw on February 19, 2010, 08:05:40 PM

A student visa allows someone to work up to 20 hours per week, but the spouse's visa would not allow any employment of any kind.

Correct; I have read that a spouse of someone with a student visa would be to get a visa and residency permit for the length of the student's stay, but no work permit. However, if someone is "self-employed" there are special visas for that..

the web site expatriatecafe.com has a lot of information about different kinds of visas and things. However, going straight to consulate is the best way to get accurate and official information.

Daniele · « **Reply #341 on:** February 21, 2010, 09:07:22 PM »

I'm from Texas, and I just recently heard about the program (2 days ago). I inscrita'd yesterday afternoon, but I didn't upload any documents with my application because the manual said not to. Instead, I plan on mailing in all my documents by Wednesday, at the latest. Do you guys think that will be okay? And what are my chances of all the slots being filled up already

?

Daniele · « **Reply #342 on:** February 21, 2010, 09:22:10 PM »

Oh and how do I find out what my application number is? I got an email after I submitted my application and I got a 13 digit long alphanumeric something or other. Are the last 4 digits at the end the inscrita #??

hurrikaane · « **Reply #343 on:** February 21, 2010, 10:20:26 PM »

kborghi · « **Reply #344 on:** February 22, 2010, 02:28:09 AM »

Quote from: Daniele on February 21, 2010, 09:22:10 PM

Oh and how do I find out what my application number is? I got an email after I submitted my application and I got a 13 digit long alphanumeric something or other. Are the last 4 digits at the end the inscrita #??

Daniele--to answer your questions: (1) you should be fine in terms of deadline. The deadline to actually turn in all the documents is something like the first week of April. (2) Yes, your inscrita number is the last 3-4 digits. For instance: 10_1AXC001200 would be # 1200

Hope that helps.

Daniele · « **Reply #345 on:** February 22, 2010, 03:37:08 AM »

Quote from: kborghi on February 22, 2010, 02:28:09 AM

Daniele--to answer your questions: (1) you should be fine in terms of deadline. The deadline to actually turn in all the documents is something like the first week of April. (2) Yes, your inscrita number is the last 3-4 digits. For instance: 10_1AXC001200 would be # 1200

Hope that helps.

It does, thanks!!

madridsally · « **Reply #346 on:** February 22, 2010, 08:50:30 PM »

Quote from: Daniele on February 21, 2010, 09:07:22 PM

I'm from Texas, and I just recently heard about the program (2 days ago). I inscrita'd yesterday afternoon, but I didn't upload any documents with my application because the manual said not to. Instead, I plan on mailing in all my documents by Wednesday, at the latest. Do you guys think that will be okay? And what are my chances of all the slots being filled up already ?

Like I told someone else: The the most important thing to do quickly is submit your application online, because that reserves your place in line. Other than that, as long as you get all the snail mail stuff in before the March deadline I don't think it makes a difference.

The deadline is March 30. So, you've got a few weeks to become "admitida"

With number #1200 I think you should be in good shape to snag a spot, but its likely you won't get your preference.. especially if your preference was a popular location.

Daniele · « **Reply #347 on:** February 22, 2010, 11:56:17 PM »

Quote from: madridsally on February 22, 2010, 08:50:30 PM

Like I told someone else: The the most important thing to do quickly is submit your application online, because that reserves your place in line. Other than that, as long as you get all the snail mail stuff in before the March deadline I don't think it makes a difference.

The deadline is March 30. So, you've got a few weeks to become "admitida"

With number #1200 I think you should be in good shape to snag a spot, but its likely you won't get your preference.. especially if your preference was a popular location.

Haha I WISH I was #1200.

I'm #1951

I think I chose Madrid as #1, The Canaries as #2, and Navarre as #3

madridsally · « **Reply #348 on:** February 23, 2010, 02:31:01 AM »

Quote from: Daniele on February 22, 2010, 11:56:17 PM

Haha I WISH I was #1200.

I'm #1951

I think I chose Madrid as #1, The Canaries as #2, and Navarre as #3

Haha, oh! I guess I took the example someone else made too literally. Anyway, you've got a good shot at getting in via the waitlist. And it seems like a lot of waitlisted people end up in Madrid just because it has a high number of applicants -- so who knows, you might get your first choice!

From what i've heard, last year they initially took the first 1700 or so. But, a lot of people dropped out, so they ended up calling in several hundred from the waitlist. I heard people with #'s over 2000 were called in at the last minute. So, just be prepared to wait a long time to find out your assignment, and be ready to get up and go to spain on short notice!

Daniele · « **Reply #349 on:** February 23, 2010, 04:00:59 AM »

Quote from: madridsally on February 23, 2010, 02:31:01 AM

Haha, oh! I guess I took the example someone else made too literally. Anyway, you've got a good shot at getting in via the waitlist. And it seems like a lot of waitlisted people end up in Madrid just because it has a high number of applicants -- so who knows, you might get your first choice!

From what i've heard, last year they initially took the first 1700 or so. But, a lot of people dropped out, so they ended up calling in several hundred from the waitlist. I heard people with #'s over 2000 were called in at the last minute. So, just be prepared to wait a long time to find out your assignment, and be ready to get up and go to spain on short notice!

LOL I'll keep my fingers crossed, then!

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