The AMCAS program uses statuses to track your application process. Medical schools may use different words or meanings to explain statuses in relation to the AMCAS and medical school secondary application processes.
| Status | Definition |
|---|---|
| Not Submitted to the AMCAS Program | You have initiated your AMCAS application, but it has not been certified and submitted to the AMCAS program. |
| Submitted to the AMCAS Program — Waiting for Transcripts |
You have certified and submitted your AMCAS application. However, your application is pending processing while the AMCAS program waits for your transcripts. |
| Submitted to the AMCAS Program — Financial Hold |
You have certified and submitted your AMCAS application. However, the AMCAS program is unable to process your application until you resolve the financial hold associated with your application. Please contact the AMCAS program for more information at 202-828-0600 or send us a message. |
| Submitted to the AMCAS Program — Processing Exception |
You have certified and submitted your AMCAS application. However, your application is on hold due to the detection of a processing exception. Please contact the AMCAS program for more information at 202-828-0600 or send us a message. |
| Submitted to the AMCAS Program — Incorrect Coursework |
You have certified and submitted your AMCAS application. However, your application is on hold due to incorrect coursework in your application. Please contact the AMCAS program for more information at 202-828-0600 or send us a message. |
| Submitted to the AMCAS Program — Incorrect Documents |
You have certified and submitted your AMCAS application. However, your application is on hold due to incorrect documents associated with your application. Please contact the AMCAS program for more information at 202-828-0600 or send us a message. |
| Submitted to the AMCAS Program —Ready for Review |
The AMCAS program has received your transcripts, and your application is now in the queue for verification and processing. |
| Submitted to the AMCAS Program — Under Review |
An AMCAS verifier is currently reviewing your transcripts and coursework. |
| Returned to Applicant | An AMCAS verifier found missing coursework in your application during their review. Your application has been returned for you to make the necessary changes to your coursework. You may also need to make changes to your Schools Attended section. Please contact the AMCAS program for more information at 202-828-0600 or send us a message. |
| AMCAS Processing Is Complete |
Congratulations! Your application is processed and has been made available to your designated medical schools. |
| Withdrawn From the AMCAS Program | You have withdrawn your AMCAS application. This step is final, so you are no longer eligible to apply for the current application cycle. |