What are my chances

[typoncho]

Applying all Texas schools. I really want MD, but I know this MCAT score is not competitive.
GPA: 3.87, Science: 3.84, MCAT: 26 (PS:8, V:8, BS:10)
Considering retaking the MCAT, but not sure how much I could improve. Sounds strange, but I worked really hard for the 26 that I got.

-Eagle Scout
-Marine infantry for four years 2005-2009
-Paramedic (Worked in Baghdad for State Dept for 1 year, then in ambulance for 1 year)
-ORM

Thanks for any feedback!

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[zzxxzz]

Other than Baylor and UT, you've got a good chance to get in somewhere even with your MCAT. Just make sure you've done some shadowing.

 

[typoncho]

I have done a bit of shadowing, but everyone told me to worry more about gap and mcat since I have experience. I shouldn't have listened.

 

[zzxxzz]

-Eagle Scout
-Marine infantry for four years 2005-2009
-Paramedic (Worked in Baghdad for State Dept for 1 year, then in ambulance for 1 year)

I am pretty sure these experiences will sufficiently increase your chances in Texas.

 

[typoncho]

Thanks, I sure hope so. Do you mean I probably won't get any UT school, or specifically UTSW?

 

[zzxxzz]

Thanks, I sure hope so. Do you mean I probably won't get any UT school, or specifically UTSW?

Sorry, should've been clearer. I think UTSW might be a bit of a stretch, and UTH isn't too safe either, but you may have a shot. I think you are totally fine for the other UTs.

 

[typoncho]

That makes me feel a lot better. I was expecting around a 28 or 29 MCAT, so was really surprised to see a 26.

 

[Goro]

Try all TX schools except Baylor!
You're fine at any other DO school too.
And many thanks for serving our country. Semper Fi!

 

[typoncho]

Applied to all of them! Just want to somewhat ease my mind. Been going full throttle to try and get into med school. Semper fi!

 

[typoncho]

Assuming most schools don't toss my app after seeing my MCAT, does the Eagle Scout EC help all that much? What about medic or veteran status?

 

[Faha]

Have you been following all the turmoil in Iraq during the past month? Veteran status is definitely a plus.

 

[typoncho]

Yes I have been. I'm sure if i'm lucky enough to get interviews, one of the questions will deal with that.

 

[typoncho]

Wanted to update everyone who posted here and gave me advice and for any down in the dumps pre-meds looking for hope . Thank you all. I was accepted to TAMHSC COM through the TMDSAS match. I interviewed there and at TCOM who rejected me. It was a rough cycle, and I ended up beginning prep in October for another MCAT test since I only had one interview and was expecting to reapply this year. I took that on January 13 and increased my score 7 points, and interviewed at A&M two days later. I was then accepted Feb. 2 prior to A&M seeing my new score. Thanks again.

 

[Misch Ievus]

Wanted to update everyone who posted here and gave me advice and for any down in the dumps pre-meds looking for hope . Thank you all. I was accepted to TAMHSC COM through the TMDSAS match. I interviewed there and at TCOM who rejected me. It was a rough cycle, and I ended up beginning prep in October for another MCAT test since I only had one interview and was expecting to reapply this year. I took that on January 13 and increased my score 7 points, and interviewed at A&M two days later. I was then accepted Feb. 2 prior to A&M seeing my new score. Thanks again.

Congrats! Did I read that correctly? Your new score is a 33? Best of luck at A&M!

 

[typoncho]

Thanks. And yep, I focused on my weaknesses and had a solid game plan instead of rushing. Went from (8,8,10) to a (11,12,10).

 

[Vain Brother]

great job