I'd also like to add that one of the nice things about this forum is that you can just spill out your rational or irrational thoughts and feelings, disappointments etc to people who understand the process. OP did not expect a place on the Vac Scheme but it's not out of the ordinary for one to feel like if their open day and insight scheme application is good enough to be accepted, then they would generally have a good enough application and insight to at least progress to the next stage.
This application process is hard and daunting enough, you can think you're doing everything right and the lack of feedback can leave you wondering where you went wrong. You can get the grades, attend all the events, have TCLA review your application and even people from the firm and STILL not get past application stage. It's disheartening to say the least, but let's not deprive any of our fellow members just one minute or post to wallow before picking themselves up and trying again 😊💞
