MD as Plan B

FramtidLakare · Aug 13, 2006

So, I intend to apply for MD/PhD programs (slacking on the AMCAS), but as these are so competitive, I'm trying to decide what I should do for a plan B. I'm thinking of applying to some research-focused schools as just MD, like CCLCM. Does anyone know of any other programs like this? I haven't found any so far.

I've read that many of the MD/PhD schools forward your application to their MD counter-parts after they reject you, but isn't this way late to get a fair shot at the MD? Has anyone actually gotten in this way?

Thanks!

MSTP? · Aug 13, 2006

I know of a few people that did not get MD/PhD at the schools of their choice, but did get into top MD programs (MD drop down, after MSTP rejection). They took the MD only program and reapplied for MD/PhD during their first year. They were admitted then.

hawkeey · Aug 15, 2006

no point... if you really want to do an MSTP, do it all or nothing... sure apply to the MD programs in case of a disaster, but focus on the MD/PhD. You must focus.

MSTP? · Aug 15, 2006

yeah the MD-only (after MSTP rejection) thing usually just invovles checking a box. it's not back-up plan you need to pursue with much rigor - other than letting schools know that you're interested. i wouldn't bother applying to MD programs unless it's a state school that may not have an MD/PhD program.

MD as Plan B

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