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  1. suzushima

    UNTHSC MS in Biomedical Sciences - Medical Science (online) 2026-2027

    Hey hey hey! I haven't seen a thread for the online version of the UNTHSC masters in Medical Science program, so I wanted to create one and talk to other people applying! My application was submitted April 22nd and verified on April 28th, and I got my HSC login on May 5. I haven't heard anything...
  2. LelouchLamperouge

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  3. M

    Just applied at Walgreens as a pharmacy tech apprenticeship, what’s it like?

    I just applied for Walgreens in iowa as a pharmacy tech apprenticeship and I just want some more info on what it’s like. What’s the usual pay range? What is training like? Do you get paid for training? How long is the training? Can I work while in training? Do you get paid weekly? Is it true you...
  4. L

    Med school competitiveness so far and honors thesis question.

    Hey all, ????I am entering my final semester at CU Boulder and am torn whether or not to write and defend an honors thesis. I am seeking opinions regarding if it is worth the time and commitment considering my crazy schedule resume so far (I am aiming for a top 25 MD school)??? -I am not sure...
  5. M

    Should I retake DAT?

    My first time taking DAT Bio/GC/OC/PAT/QR/RC/TS/AA My scores are 20/18/21/23/22/19/20/20. I am a non-traditional students, my previous school I had 3.3 GPA and at my new school which i am currently attending which I have taken 80+ Credit Hours I have 3.6 GPA. Overall science I have 3.4 GPA...
  6. I

    Personal Statement

    I'm very new to the student doctor forum! Can anyone provide me any guidance on restrictions for a personal statement for post-bacc/SMP/MS? For example, I'm aware of what can be too personal in personal statement essays ie. mental illnesses. Is there any other restrictions you would advise...
  7. S

    Questions about Timeline for Recommendation Letters

    Hi, I'm taking my MCAT on August 24th (late i know but mostly focused on DO). I heard schools won't look at your app till your MCAT scores are in, so I will most likely submit my application in the last week of August. Question- does that mean I won't need to have my recommendation letters in...
  8. S

    Questions on Application Submission Timing

    Hi, I'm taking my MCAT on August 24th (late i know but mostly focused on DO). I heard schools won't look at your app till your MCAT scores are in (Question1: that's true right?), so I will most likely submit my application in the last week of August. Question2- would it help me at all if I...