29 MCAT Applicant Networking Group

asunshine · Jun 23, 2006

good point, Jackie. i will edit my statement to say, "all the cool kids have a 28-30" 😎

anyone here got an M? (i'm so embarrassed 😳)

tandski · Jun 23, 2006

jackieMD2007 said:
Heck, yes! I think everyone +/- one point should be allowed to chill in this group. 😀

Who else is verified? Anyone have any secondaries yet? 😕

I am verified and I received my first secondary today! From Ohio State. It shocked me to see it in my email.

LusuR · Jun 23, 2006

Got ya beat, Sunshine. There's a big fat L next to my 29. MCAT writteing graders suspposed I wasn't a good at writor{

Anyway, with my 29 I got into the only DO school I applied to and I'm on two MD waitlists (high in the upper third on one of them). For the love of Chuck Norris, apply early with your 29!! The worst thing I did was apply late.

Rock on 29ers!

Twitch · Jun 23, 2006

tandski said:
I am verified and I received my first secondary today! From Ohio State. It shocked me to see it in my email.

Congrats T!

spiel · Jun 23, 2006

McMD said:
Spiel, I looked for people with MCAT stats similar to yours, however, I only found 13's in either PS or VR...here are their profiles and you can see how they did and what their credentials were compared to your's! Hope this helps!

http://www.mdapplicants.com/viewprofile.php?id=1539
http://www.mdapplicants.com/viewprofile.php?id=3364

thanks for your help...gives me some hope

jackieMD2007 · Jun 23, 2006

tandski said:
I am verified and I received my first secondary today! From Ohio State. It shocked me to see it in my email.

Hey--we have the exact same breakdown--both getting an 11 in BS (Strong work!) but switched in PS/VR. 🙂

Guess I have to work harder on my essays.

tandski · Jun 24, 2006

jackieMD2007 said:
Hey--we have the exact same breakdown--both getting an 11 in BS (Strong work!) but switched in PS/VR. 🙂

Guess I have to work harder on my essays.

You have to work on your essays??? I got an O, I need to work on my essays. You were up near the 97th percentile with that R. Nice work!

TMP-SMX · Jun 24, 2006

asunshine said:
good point, Jackie. i will edit my statement to say, "all the cool kids have a 28-30" 😎

anyone here got an M? (i'm so embarrassed 😳)

Yeah... I got an M by some odd fate with a 29. I'm retaking regardless of the M. I didn't exactly have the most time to study during the semester and then the lovely MCAT is in between exams.

So I'd like to bring it up to about 32-35, which is entirely in reach for me if I actually study a bit.

Siggy · Jun 24, 2006

Another 29M here, which isn't going to compensate for my 3.3 GPA 🙁. At least I'm already verified on AMCAS...

PBandJ · Jun 24, 2006

gapotts2003 said:
Yeah... I got an M by some odd fate with a 29. I'm retaking regardless of the M. I didn't exactly have the most time to study during the semester and then the lovely MCAT is in between exams.

So I'd like to bring it up to about 32-35, which is entirely in reach for me if I actually study a bit.

OMG, that is the funniest avatar I've ever seen.

redair · Jun 24, 2006

Hey, Another 29M right here. 11 VR 10 Bio 8 PS... Not retaking ..... 3.85 GPA. Applying Early and to a lot of schools. Good Luck Fellow 29 ers !!!!!

jackieMD2007 · Jun 24, 2006

tandski said:
You have to work on your essays??? I got an O, I need to work on my essays. You were up near the 97th percentile with that R. Nice work!

Heh. I meant to compensate for my 8 in Verbal, silly. 😉

georgeomally · Jun 24, 2006

jackieMD2007 said:
Heh. I meant to compensate for my 8 in Verbal, silly. 😉

sooo what are the best schools to apply to with our 29 MCAT?

jackieMD2007 · Jun 24, 2006

georgeomally said:
sooo what are the best schools to apply to with our 29 MCAT?

Kinda depends on your GPA, my friend. Consult the MSAR. Also depends on where you have in-state residency. 👍

TMP-SMX · Jun 24, 2006

Yeah... I'm only retaking because my girlfriend is in pre-pharmacy, and I'd like the chance to be in the same area as her. So the more schools I get accepted to the better our chances.

(In addition, there's always the lack of studying last time which was stupid. And of course the M, but that's not a big deal)

asunshine · Jun 24, 2006

redair said:
Hey, Another 29M right here. 11 VR 10 Bio 8 PS... Not retaking ..... 3.85 GPA. Applying Early and to a lot of schools. Good Luck Fellow 29 ers !!!!!

Oooh same breakdown as me. We'll be fine, right? Glad to see all you M's out there; it stinks for us, but it makes me feel a little better 🙂

OMG, i want a kitten just so i can put a lime on their head! That is hilarious!

dancer75088 · Jun 24, 2006

Hey guys, another 29 here! I got an 11VR, 9BS, and 9PS with a Q. I do not have a stellar GPA, but there is hope. I applied last cycle late, was complete in October, and am currently on a waitlist at an allopathic school. As of right now, all my primary apps are in for this cycle, and am working on secondaries! Good luck everyone! GO 29's!!! 😀

PBandJ · Jun 24, 2006

asunshine said:
OMG, i want a kitten just so i can put a lime on their head! That is hilarious!

hehe, me tooo 🙂

TMP-SMX · Jun 24, 2006

I like my avatar. 🙂

Makes me want to get a bunch of cats with lemons and then a bunch of cats with limes on their head and have them play football with catnip. 👍

PBandJ · Jun 24, 2006

that'd be pretty sweeeeeet.

americanangel · Jun 24, 2006

hey guys!!! i ended up with a 28Q witha 4.0 in biochem...I'm retaking in August but I hope I get some love from my state schools (secondaries and maybe an interview scheduled)!!!!
Good luck everybody! Hey how long will it take for my app to be verified its been about a week and a half?

whatev · Jun 24, 2006

americanangel said:
hey guys!!! i ended up with a 28Q witha 4.0 in biochem...I'm retaking in August but I hope I get some love from my state schools (secondaries and maybe an interview scheduled)!!!!
Good luck everybody! Hey how long will it take for my app to be verified its been about a week and a half?

Hey all,
Not sure if you're concerned, but when I got my 29 before applying I was super anxious at my chances. I'm posting to (hopefully) keep your morale up, b/c I ended up getting into several M.D. schools. When I brought up my concern of my MCAT score at an ivy interview, the dr. laughed. "we know you're qualified to do well here" he said "What we're impressed with are your phenomenal LOR's and unique EC's"... And then they accepted me

So please don't underestimate your potential. I think they want people with interesting experiences who'll make good clinicians, not necessarily good test takers

PBandJ · Jun 24, 2006

whatev said:
Hey all,
Not sure if you're concerned, but when I got my 29 before applying I was super anxious at my chances. I'm posting to (hopefully) keep your morale up, b/c I ended up getting into several M.D. schools including an ivy. When I brought up my concern of my MCAT score at the ivy interview, the dr. laughed and said I was being silly. "we know you're qualified to do well here" he said "What we're impressed with are your phenomenal LOR's and unique EC's"... And then they accepted me

That is very encouraging!! Thanks for sharing 🙂 Where did you end up deciding to go?

asunshine · Jun 24, 2006

gapotts2003 said:
Makes me want to get a bunch of cats with lemons and then a bunch of cats with limes on their head and have them play football with catnip. 👍

Hey whatev, could you elaborate on your EC's? Very interested to know what interests an ivy....

jackieMD2007 · Jun 24, 2006

Bump for the 29-ers! The first "# MCAT" thread; the original and the best.
Woot!

whatev · Jun 25, 2006

asunshine said:
Hey whatev, could you elaborate on your EC's? Very interested to know what interests an ivy....

Nutshell: I did research/training in "developing nations", lead an undergraduate interest group and travelled around the u.s. for conferences, and took a short time off to be a teacher

I feel really blessed for the acceptances I was offered and feel that some of it may have been due to the fact that in college, I put my all into commitments that I was passionate about--as opposed to doing the typical pre-med cookie cutter stuff like: "volunteer at the hospital" or "join the pre med society"... do you know what I mean? Maybe some of my experiences were refreshing to the interviewers

americanangel · Jun 25, 2006

whatev said:
Hey all,
Not sure if you're concerned, but when I got my 29 before applying I was super anxious at my chances. I'm posting to (hopefully) keep your morale up, b/c I ended up getting into several M.D. schools. When I brought up my concern of my MCAT score at an ivy interview, the dr. laughed. "we know you're qualified to do well here" he said "What we're impressed with are your phenomenal LOR's and unique EC's"... And then they accepted me

So please don't underestimate your potential. I think they want people with interesting experiences who'll make good clinicians, not necessarily good test takers

Thanks for the vote of confidence!!! I hope med schools look at more then just numbers!! It takes more then an awesome GPA and a sweet MCAT to be a good doctor! What kind of ECs did you do? Everything I did I really enjoyed (it made a huge impact on my life) and I hope the committee recognizes that!
Good luck everybody :luck:

americanangel · Jun 25, 2006

whatev said:
Hey all,
Not sure if you're concerned, but when I got my 29 before applying I was super anxious at my chances. I'm posting to (hopefully) keep your morale up, b/c I ended up getting into several M.D. schools. When I brought up my concern of my MCAT score at an ivy interview, the dr. laughed. "we know you're qualified to do well here" he said "What we're impressed with are your phenomenal LOR's and unique EC's"... And then they accepted me

So please don't underestimate your potential. I think they want people with interesting experiences who'll make good clinicians, not necessarily good test takers

Thanks for the vote of confidence!!! I hope med schools look at more then just numbers!! It takes more then an awesome GPA and a sweet MCAT to be a good doctor! What kind of ECs did you do? Everything I did I really enjoyed (it made a huge impact on my life) and I hope the committee recognizes that!
Good luck everybody :luck:

alex_shimp · Jun 25, 2006

Hi everyone. Thanks for this thread... I have been looking for something like this. Maybe some of you have read my previous threads.... basicly I am a CND from Ontario, so the 29 was upsetting... especially since I was scoring above 30 on practice tests...

The good thing is that there are some great stories in this thread ( I have not had the chance to read all of them yet, but they give hope).

I have not started on my PS but I am hoping to get this done soon and apply early and hopefully get into some low tier / mid tier school or at least an interview..... too bad I am not an American Cit... it seems easier for some of you guys especially if you have an easier-to-get-in state school ... 🙂

Anyways if there are some words of encouregment- especially from Canadians please post..!

I guess I can always retake in January 2007... try the new CBT...!! Good luck to everyone...

tandski · Jun 25, 2006

whatev said:
Nutshell: I did research/training in "developing nations", lead an undergraduate interest group and travelled around the u.s. for conferences, and took a short time off to be a teacher

I feel really blessed for the acceptances I was offered and feel that some of it may have been due to the fact that in college, I put my all into commitments that I was passionate about--as opposed to doing the typical pre-med cookie cutter stuff like: "volunteer at the hospital" or "join the pre med society"... do you know what I mean? Maybe some of my experiences were refreshing to the interviewers

You do have unique EC's, I bet that was a big reason for your success.
Where are you ending up going?
Thanks for the encouragement!

hrusky17 · Jun 25, 2006

29N here, i was a little excited about my score because i got a 28 on the only full practice test i took and i am a texas resident so hopefully that will help me get into a MD school. any suggestions on where i should apply out of state? right now i'm thinking wakeforest, tufts and boston plus all the texas schools.

asunshine · Jun 27, 2006

well, sending my writing sample rescore in tomorrow. yikes! hopefully the rescore is same or better than my awful M!

anyone want to read my PS tomorrow? i'll read yours!

i'm clicking submit by friday....still deciding on ED!
MDapps=5440

madphysicist84 · Jun 28, 2006

I got a 29 too.VR:7,PS:11,BS:11, WS:N. Hey Im a physics major not an english major! Im wondering if I should retake. 3.75GPA, 3.8SGPA.

nubbey24 · Oct 23, 2006

Hey everyone, I took the april MCAT and got a 28...there is hope!!! I have already had 5 interviews and will be going on my 6th at the beginning of November. I am not writing this to brag, just to let everyone know that there is hope. Oh and all of my interviews have been at MD schools in the US.

Rosalind, VCU, PENN STATE, OHSU, UVM, and USUHS

Just set your sights realistically. I applied to schools I had a chance at and didn't waist time fretting over Harvard, Yale, and Stanford. Just know your limits. Good luck, and keep your heads up. They look at the whole package. Don't get discouraged. It is a long hard process.

Best of luck!!!

Jackets19 · Oct 23, 2006

Count me in the group of 29. Great to see the support. Good luck to everyone🙂

jackieMD2007 · Oct 23, 2006

For sure. Where's Robizzle? He has a ton of interviews and is representing hard for the 29'ers. Go Rob, Go!

redair · Oct 23, 2006

29er right here. 5 interviews. 1 Acceptance!!! VCU!!

R.P. McMurphy · Oct 23, 2006

Wohooo go 29ers🙂

I was worried last April but i'm doing just fine this cycle.

7 interviews (Penn State, Jefferson, NYU, UMD, GW, NYMC, Drexel)

1 acceptance (Penn State)

and 1 rejection (Pitt)

29 is nothing to sweat!! Good luck guys :luck:

searun · Oct 23, 2006

dgriss1 said:
29er right here. I plan on getting in. my mdapps is below-I am also stoked on osteopathic medicine so either way I will be happy to attend. 29 is sweet-I personally dont care about mcat scores as long as i get in-I think personality and experience are what count....

plus 29in wheels in mtn biking is where the sport is going
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we roll large 😎
dave

I like your posts and your photos of the mountains. I am a snowboarder from Oregon and my brother is a snow freak at Colorado College in the Springs. I plan to spend a few weeks with him this winter chasing powder in the Rockies.

Searun

C.P. Jones · Oct 23, 2006

29er 7 interviewer

Hardbody · Oct 23, 2006

29O here. I am happy with my score, because I only studied for 3 1/2 weeks. Psychologically, I would have been much happier with a 30, but oh well.

BS 10, PS 10, VR 9

I am applying to a boatload of DO programs, and my in-state schools (NY). I will be putting AMCAS in tomorrow, so I am behind the curve. Low 3.X something GPA (according to AMCAS, AACOMAS GPA is much better). I do have a great upward trend (120+ credit hours of 3.9ish).

I doubt I will get in to an allo school, but I figured I will try anyway. Good luck to everyone out there. Many people on this board make it like a 29 is a bad score, but try telling that to the 7X% that didn't score that well.

My last four practice tests were from 29-32 so I was in my range. When I left the MCAT I thought I BOMBED the verbal (it was a beast), but I was disappointed with my BS score, since I was scoring 11-12 on BS section on my last four practice tests

deleted106503 · Oct 23, 2006

scentimint said:
ok, i'm officially requesting that this be the 28-29 networking group 😛

I scored a 28 (10s in PS, BS, 8 in VR), and I think that fits in well with you guys...not the magical 30 but OK enough to go ahead and apply. If anyone thinks otherwise, feel free to boot me out...but I've been around on this forum for a while now soaking up lots of advice, so hopefully I have lots to share (and still lots to learn!).

Woooo..!!!! Grumman, S&M, and I are all pretty much triplet Randomites!!! 😀

29 here folks 🙂 My distribution is absolutely horrendous, but I'm trying to make it work! Wish me luck. :luck:

MountainEM · Oct 23, 2006

Thanks man! Maybe I run into you in the mtns. Send a pm if you are heading into the colorado front range. Skied knee-deep pow two days ago on loveland pass-sic!
I would kill to end up in oregon-I used to kayak the coast and coach ski racing on the mt.hood glacier in the summer. some pics from skiiing just two days ago-october rules in colorado.

me

my friends and dogs

my feet

sorry, love pics. back to med school discussions😀

R.P. McMurphy · Oct 23, 2006

WilliamsF1 said:
Woooo..!!!! Grumman, S&M, and I are all pretty much triplet Randomites!!! 😀

29 here folks 🙂 My distribution is absolutely horrendous, but I'm trying to make it work! Wish me luck.

I feel good things happening to you Will :luck:

R.P. McMurphy · Oct 24, 2006

dgriss1 said:
Thanks man! Maybe I run into you in the mtns. Send a pm if you are heading into the colorado front range. Skied knee-deep pow two days ago on loveland pass-sic!
I would kill to end up in oregon-I used to kayak the coast and coach ski racing on the mt.hood glacier in the summer. some pics from skiiing just two days ago-october rules in colorado.

sorry, love pics. back to med school discussions😀

Dude, keep it up with the pics, they are always awesome. I love winter pics!! The one you posted of the dogs a while back is just classic!

That camera seems pretty badass, those pics are crystal clear.

deleted106503 · Oct 24, 2006

ironmanf14 said:
I feel good things happening to you Will

Congrats again on the acceptance! 👍

SDN is just so skewed towards 45 it's disgusting. LOL!

deleted106503 · Oct 24, 2006

dgriss, I was actually going through your MDapps before seeing those pics. You've done some really fun stuff before applying. 👍 Makes me think...😀 I have a couple kayaks in the garage so some time off would be nice. 🙂

MountainEM · Oct 24, 2006

Hey ironman,
Thanks!
The camera is a canon s80. Very nice point and shoot with all the manual functions of a slr. I like it a lot.

congrats on the acceptance (so I hear!)

rock on
dave

somemaybedoc · Oct 24, 2006

dgriss1 said:
Hey ironman,
Thanks!
The camera is a canon s80. Very nice point and shoot with all the manual functions of a slr. I like it a lot.

congrats on the acceptance (so I hear!)

rock on
dave

Those are some really nice photos, is it a Digital or are you using 35mm with a film scanner? I'm looking for a camera and as something of dark room junkie I'm debating whether I should join the digital age.

jackieMD2007 · Oct 24, 2006

dgriss1 said:
Hey ironman,
Thanks!
The camera is a canon s80. Very nice point and shoot with all the manual functions of a slr. I like it a lot.

congrats on the acceptance (so I hear!)

rock on
dave

Cool pics, Dave. Strong work. Your avatar also cracks me up everytime.

👍

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