Thinking of applying

RLK · Feb 10, 2006

I haven't applied to a D.O. program yet. I asked a professor to fill out a reference form for me today for a chiropractic school and she told me that I should consider a D.O. program instead because I have more potential (according to her). Anyway, how hard is it to get into a D.O. school? I haven't taken the MCAT, but I'm not real confident that I'll do well on it. I've done well in all my science classes, but i usually don't do so hot on those standardized exams. Anyone have any suggestions or info?

Thanks

FutureDocDO · Feb 10, 2006

RLK said:
I haven't applied to a D.O. program yet. I asked a professor to fill out a reference form for me today for a chiropractic school and she told me that I should consider a D.O. program instead because I have more potential (according to her). Anyway, how hard is it to get into a D.O. school? I haven't taken the MCAT, but I'm not real confident that I'll do well on it. I've done well in all my science classes, but i usually don't do so hot on those standardized exams. Anyone have any suggestions or info?

Thanks

Research the DO profession first to see if it's something you're interested in. Don't do it because your professor suggested it to you. You can learn more about DO via aacom.org. You definitely should take the practice MCAT exam to see where you're at. You still have time to start studying if you decide to take the MCAT.

Medical school is hard to get into whether it be DO or MD schools. Although some might say it is slightly easier to get into DO schools. What's your overall and science GPA?

RLK · Feb 10, 2006

FutureDocDO said:
Research the DO profession first to see if it's something you're interested in. Don't do it because your professor suggested it to you. You can learn more about DO via aacom.org. You definitely should take the practice MCAT exam to see where you're at. You still have time to start studying if you decide to take the MCAT.

Medical school is hard to get into whether it be DO or MD schools. Although some might say it is slightly easier to get into DO schools. What's your overall and science GPA?

Well, I'm not positively sure what my overall science GPA is, but it's somewhere around 3.38. I have a BS in computer science and worked at that for 3 yrs and thought it sucked. Then I went back to school and took bio/chem/physics, which I think is a lot more interesting. What type of GPA do you need?

FutureDocDO · Feb 10, 2006

RLK said:
Well, I'm not positively sure what my overall science GPA is, but it's somewhere around 3.38. I have a BS in computer science and worked at that for 3 yrs and thought it sucked. Then I went back to school and took bio/chem/physics, which I think is a lot more interesting. What type of GPA do you need?

3.38 is below average for most DO schools but not by much. If you get anything above a 24 on the MCAT, submit your application the first few days AACOMAS opens, and apply widely you'll stand a good chance.

dr.z · Feb 10, 2006

I think you'll be fine as long as you can prepare well for the MCAT. For more information on DO profession and schools, go to www.aacom.org if you haven't done so.

BMW19 · Feb 10, 2006

Trust me go to DO school and not Chiro. PM me if you want more info from someone that has been down this path.

BMW-

RLK said:
Well, I'm not positively sure what my overall science GPA is, but it's somewhere around 3.38. I have a BS in computer science and worked at that for 3 yrs and thought it sucked. Then I went back to school and took bio/chem/physics, which I think is a lot more interesting. What type of GPA do you need?

bnoosha · Feb 10, 2006

I have worked at a chiropractic clinic for 5 1/2 years now...and although i believe in chriopractic...the field is having lots of problems...not too many ins. companies cover chrio and workers comp has cut back greatly on benefits...this means many chiros are strugling...if you research the DO philosophy and you think its something you like...i would highly recommend you going to DO school....

feel free to pm for more info.

RLK said:
I haven't applied to a D.O. program yet. I asked a professor to fill out a reference form for me today for a chiropractic school and she told me that I should consider a D.O. program instead because I have more potential (according to her). Anyway, how hard is it to get into a D.O. school? I haven't taken the MCAT, but I'm not real confident that I'll do well on it. I've done well in all my science classes, but i usually don't do so hot on those standardized exams. Anyone have any suggestions or info?

Thanks

RLK · Feb 10, 2006

bnoosha said:
I have worked at a chiropractic clinic for 5 1/2 years now...and although i believe in chriopractic...the field is having lots of problems...not too many ins. companies cover chrio and workers comp has cut back greatly on benefits...this means many chiros are strugling...if you research the DO philosophy and you think its something you like...i would highly recommend you going to DO school....

feel free to pm for more info.

Is it absolutely too late to apply to a DO school this year?

Do all schools require the MCAT?

bkpa2med · Feb 10, 2006

Yes, all medical schools require the MCAT.

FutureDocDO · Feb 10, 2006

RLK said:
Is it absolutely too late to apply to a DO school this year?

Do all schools require the MCAT?

It is too late for this application cycle, starting class of 2006. However, the next application cycle is fast approaching. If you want to apply early this summer, I suggest you take this April's MCAT and submit your application in late May or June 1st. For some reason AACOMAS opened up in May (it's always opened on June 1st in the past?) so this might happen again this summer. :luck:

Krazykritter · Feb 10, 2006

I think it would be a huge mistake to hurry up and take the MCAT in April unless you have a serious amount of time to devote to prep. If you do take it and do poorly, it will be a complete waste of money. You should be able to complete your entire AACOMAS application and submit it w/ the stipulation that your August scores be released when the come out in October.

I do think that you should apply as early as possible for the next school year if you decide that DO is the route for you. Should you choose to wait and take the MCAT in August, I would suggest that you start writing a good personal statement. I know that when I am interviewing a candidate, the personal statement is maybe the only part of the application that I sit and read completely. If you have a good advisor that knows the process and you well, have them help you. A GOOD PERSONAL STATEMENT IS CRITICAL especially if your numbers are not sensational.

You will also have to have a good answer to the question; Why DO? Any questions, feel free to PM me. Good luck

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