I’m looking for advice on where to apply so I don't waste too much money…
Biology B.S. at highly ranked state school
~cGPA = 3.50 and sGPA = 3.35 (had 2 low semesters the year a parent passed away, but all pre-reqs are A/B’s)
~34P MCAT (11VR/11PS/12BS)
EC’s are decent:
~2.5 years research experience. No publications, but awarded a pretty selective school-wide grant doing a completely independent project
~3+ years clinical experience working paid job in a hospital during undergrad
~Founded a returning international, health related service-learning trip
~Current Teach For America corps member (some special recognitions during commitment, will have finished commitment upon enrollment in medical school)
~Other small things that could make for conversation
LOR’s should be good (from doctor I worked for, my PI, a science and a non-science)
I know my GPA won’t help me, so I need advice on where to apply for MD on the east coast – are there any schools I have a good shot applying to? I’m not picky about “prestige.” I will also consider DO if my MD chances are too low. Ready for any advice at all.