masters

Hey guys, I'm looking at postbac programs and I'm just wondering the pros and cons of a certificate and a degree. All I know right now is getting a certificate is faster, more directed for medical students and getting a master's degree is longer, and gives more variety for career options. I...

I'm applying to vet school this cycle and am planning ahead in case I don't get in. My GPA isn't the greatest (Cumulative 3.51; Last 45 3.24; Overall Science 3.36) so I'm considering getting a graduate degree to boost my stats before reapplying. Since I'm interested in eventually specializing in...

Hi guys, So I'm currently in my senior year of undergrad and am planning on taking another year of classes to boost up my gpa. I will be taking my DAT fall of 2017 and taking classes through the summer up until I apply in June of 2018. I will be updating schools on my final grades if needed, as...

Hi guys, Just wanted to ask for some input into my current pre-med situation. I have a low GPA ~3.5 by graduation (senior in college). My advisor says I need 2 gap years at all costs, some people on adcoms say I only need one. My question is, do I need to do a postbacc? Do I need to do a...

Hello everyone, I'm 26 and getting my Bsc in 4 months. I have a very low GPA (~2.9) due to many problems I had past 2 years in my life but medicine is my passion and I can't let it go. I'm applying for Ireland and Carib. Schools but even for those I'm sure my chances are very low. So I want...

Does anyone have experience with or know of an MPH program or another Master's program that has a focus or the ability to focus on pre-hospital 911 EMS? I'm entering medical school next year with an extensive background in EMS and an interest in EMS medicine and medical direction.

Hello, I am starting medical school next year and want to pursue EMS medicine. I've been in EMS since highschool and vol as a Paramedic/FF since. I am involved with several EMS research projects through my state EMS agency and I really think that is what I want to focus on in my career. I...

I've already applied, anyone else? I have a lot of information on it if you have any questions.

I'm applying to the MR of Physiology program at NCSU in Fall of 2017. If you were accepted, what were your stats like? What's is the lowest uGPA that you've heard was accepted?

Having some difficulty finding paid masters programs in clinical psychology. If you know of any, please post here. Thanks!

Hey guys! I really love the anatomy of the human body. I just found out that my school has a pathology assistant masters that will only take one and a half years - I will probably get my bachelors in three or less years, so I wouldn't be spending a lot of extra time in school. Do you think...

Hi guys, I have recently graduated in Winter 2015 from UCLA with Biology BS degree, however, I have a low GPA of 3.146 cumulative and 2.817 science. (I have one C- in Biochemistry so I may have to retake the course at a community college as some master's programs do not accept C-). I have great...

I am currently doing a Master's of Arts in Biological Sciences program in Philadelphia, PA that is geared to help people boost their GPA. In my undergraduate years, I graduated with a 2.895 GPA in New Jersey while 1) interning at a hospital, 2) working as an emergency services volunteer, 3)...

I am a Microbiology major who is preparing to apply for PhD programs. I am very interested in biodefence and counter-bioterrorism focused programs, but I have only been able to find a few programs. I was wondering if anybody has heard or read about graduate programs in this field.

hello, i'm an international dentist from egypt and i want to know if it is possible to get into masters programs in the US or is it highly competitive and what are the programs that has no tuition fees and allows stipend and sponser visa .. p.s i'm planning to pursue my masters in the upcoming...

I am currently doing an informal post-baccalaureate program, and am wondering, would it look good to go get a Masters or an accelerated nursing school program? I am looking to raise my science GPA but don't know if nursing would be a good option. I'm just trying to think of options in case I do...

Hello all, I'm in a bit of difficult spot right now in deciding how to proceed with my education, and what path to take. I graduated with a BA in Psychology from Hofstra University in May, with the intention to pursue a PhD in Clinical Psychology. I decided to not apply for the following season...

First off I do apologize on this being a "first post" on a new account. I'm actually a regular member on here, but I chose to use a new account for anonymity as I'm going through a pretty difficult time in my life and didn't want to post under my regular username. I hope you understand. So I...

I applied last cycle and did not get in. Current Situation: oGPA of 3.2 sGPA of 3.0. I am retaking classes I got C's in 17AA DAT (retaking next spring) Research with Anesthesiologist Post-Bac currently Should continue to do an informal post-bac like I am currently doing, or do a 1 year...

I graduated with high honors by defending an undergraduate thesis and gained an overall GPA of 3.67 . My science GPA is also 3.67. I worked and performed research in a stem cell lab for 2 years and presented research at several conferences. I graduated a week ago and still need to study and take...

I am considering leaving my PhD (in plant biology- researching aspirin derivatives in plants) and pursuing an MD program. I am a 4th year PhD student. My professor did not get tenure and left my university. I am currently labless. I think I may have done enough laboratory work to warrant a PhD...

Ok so here's where my confusion comes from. I will be graduating with a 3.2 bcp and projected 22DAT, from a Top 20 school with an upward trend. If I get my bcp gpa up to a 3.5 with 1 year of post bac classes from a state school is that more than enough to increase my likely hood of getting into...

Hello! I actually a few questions. To give you some background on myself, I am a pre-dental student graduating this coming semester. My GPA is pretty low (2.9), I have withdrawn from a few classes in order to retake them (chemistry isnt my best subject), and I am graduating without...

Hello SDN! New account for anonymity. So my ultimate goal is to get into a strong academic research focused residency in order to one day have a career in academic medicine. My medical school offers a no extra time (so still only 4 years) M.D./M.S. degree where course work is taken over the...

Just took the DAT a few days ago and didn't do as well as I had hoped. AA 17, 18 TS. My gpa is low about a cGPA of 3.3 and a sGPA of 3.2. I am about to start my senior year of college next month, and was just wondering what my best options to hopefully get into dental school in the future. Post...

So when I was filling out my AMCAS in June, I was thinking of doing a one year Master's program while I apply this year. I called up AMCAS and they told me that you can put in future courses, but they don't have to be verified. Recently I decided to go against this decision and continue working...

Hello, This will be my first semester in grad school. I am pursuing an MPH while participating in the Peace Corps. 6 credits will be awarded towards my MPH degree requirement. I am told I have to take between 30-33 credits the year prior to Peace Corps. And my last semester when I return I'll...

Hi Guys, Just wondering if anyone that has gotten any news at all regarding their application for the 2 year MBS program in IL???? Still playing the waiting game over here and constantly checking my email/mailbox :nailbiting::coffee: If you can reply below on how when you submitted everything...

I'm going to try to keep this as concise as possible despite having, what I feel, is a unique non-trad background (I'm sure everyone does ;)). Every year or so, I get stuck on the idea of going to med school. Near the end of HS, I dismissed the entire idea because I so strongly believed I was...

Hi everyone, first off thanks for any replies. Appreciate any input! I have ~3.4 GPA and a 515 MCAT, didn't get any MD interviews last cycle. Was deciding between Aussie schools and an SMP, but I think I'll give a master's a try and probably go DO before australia, we'll see next cycle...

I'm a Canadian undergrad student currently studying for the MCAT (TPR most recent score 510) which I will be writing in August and a fairly decent GPA (around 3.95). My parents are a little on my case about having a backup plan in case **** hits the proverbial fan... They seem to think that...

Dear all, I sought this forum to ask for help from those of you who have been in this fierce pursuit for your animal passion. I've browsed around, and while I found stick threads to "what are my chances", the potential of masters, gap years, vet techs and whatnot I couldn't find one that comes...

Hi guys, I'm looking to earn my master's degree this fall. I have a few options I'll list in a non-ranked order. Mercer University - MS Preclinical Sciences (1 year) University San Francisco - Professional Science Master's in Biotech (2 year) Nova Southeastern University - MS Marine Bio (2...

Hey SDN network, I have posted to ask of your insight and experience into the grad school process for a potential graduate school programs. I am currently overwhelmed with the number of choices I can follow to obtain my goals and seek some advice. My name is Louie, a graduate (2015 woohoo)...

Hi all, I am applying to medical school for the 2nd time this cycle (2017 matriculation). Currently I'm working on revising my personal statement. I am simultaneously going to be attending the UCI MPH program. Does anyone have any thoughts about the timing of my application? I had some doubts...

I'm at a small liberal arts college that generally doesn't encourage year-long research (only summer research is usually available). Based on my limited research experience, I think I would like to get an MD-PhD. I know that I need more experience for this to happen. Would I be better off in a...

I am going to be a junior in the fall 2016. I am majoring in Finance. I will be getting my master's in Finance before going to medical school. It will take two years for the Masters. I have my reasons for getting my Master's and do not wish to discuss the why. My question is: When should I take...

I currently hold a 3.43 oGPA and a 3.21 (could be 3.25 after this summer) sGPA. I am not a science major, however I've taken all of the basic requirements in addition to anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry. I have 10 withdrawals on my transcript over a six year undergraduate span, hence why...

Hi I was hoping to get some insight into what people opinions where on Loyola MAMS vs Boston University MAMS. I want to know which is better in terms of matriculation into medical school and the overall experience people have had in both programs. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Figured out the program my folks were talking about was the Touro CA "Master of Science in Medical Health Sciences (COM)" program... which means this thread is most likely redundant with that other one I saw. Ignore this thread; I'll read the site and the other thread.