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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

Laurel Lance - Black Canary

Distinguished Member
  • Jul 31, 2025
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    On last year’s thread it seems like people began to receive ACs between the end of Jan and mid Feb so maybe they’ll do the same this year. Idk why they’re taking so long this year though cos they did bring the app deadline forward.

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    That's no sense if the applicant pool is increased significantly than last year, especially firm without app questions like FF would experience this! Lol
     

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