Rejected from smp, what should I do?

[medicalschoolhelp1234]

I graduated three years ago and have been working as a full time research assistant in cancer research at a medical school. I have a few publications and abstracts under my belt. I applied to two smp's and were rejected from both.

I have a 2.8 GPA with a downward trend. (majored in biochemistry)

I took the MCAT three years ago even though I was not prepared and scored a 22. I have been hesitant to retake it since I wanted to do it after completing an SMP. I applied with average GRE scores.

What should I do now?

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[ConfusedChemist]

Retake your lowest grades for DO schools, see if you can get A's.

Also, you really need to start looking for plan B.

 

[medicalschoolhelp1234]

give up med school aspirations entirely?

 

[flydoc92]

No don't give up entirely. You already have good ECs. First thing I'd do is try and kill the mcat. Then retake your lowest science grades, apply DO. Also apply to SMPs again or even low tier MD.


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[DrMidlife]

with a 2.8 and a downward trend and a 22, you wouldn't be successful in an SMP.

search SDN on "low GPA" and study your options. there is a huge body of work here that you can study. educate yourself.

one key characteristic of a low GPA comeback into med school is the absence of an expectation that other people can/will figure it out for you.

also look into the 2 year masters programs at DO schools.

best of luck to you.