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I'm just a little torn on what to do. My options either include doing a gap year (I graduate undegrad this year so hopefully I can do a masters program) or applying and seeing my chances this cycle. I am hoping to do MD. If not, I plan on retaking it early next year (already ripping my hair...

Hello, I am currently registered for June 29th MCAT. I took AAMC practice test 2 yesterday and only scored a 501. Now I am debating pushing it back to July 22 ( the next earliest exam day). I want to apply to MD and DO schools. Would it be considered to late of an MCAT? I will try to get my...

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Hey guys, I submitted my MD app on June 2nd and am still waiting for it to be verified/receive secondaries. Do you have any advice on how to prep for secondaries? I am looking at old secondaries from last year cycle to get an idea of the questions they ask. Any other advice? Here are the MD...

For example, Drexel's secondary asks: "We at Drexel University College of Medicine have a rich history and a valued mission. Each individual contributes to, supports and enriches our community. Please share with us how you plan on contributing to our College." In my answer, can I refer to the...

Hello, I have been accepted to WSU ESFCOM (allopathic) as well as PNWU (osteopathic). I have been incredibly torn. WSU: - New school, part of the inaugural class -small class size of 60 -$8,000 in scholarships -amazing anatomy lab and campus -large city with plenty of opportunities for me to...

Just out of curiosity, why do Doctors work so many hours/week? I've heard some say in the next decade we will experience a shortage of doctors. If this is the case, I understand. But some say that the field is becoming over-saturated. Is it simply that some doctors work more hours to make more...

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Curious as to what you folks think my shot is this cycle. cGPA 3.1x/sGPA 2.9x MCAT 505 The other stuff: I decided to pursue medicine at 21 after shadowing on a whim and a powerful experience with a cancer pt. Had failed out of college prior, hence the low grades. Went back and did a bio...

Hello Everyone, As the title say, I was hoping someone (preferably someone who has done a lot med school essay revisions) to give me some tip/feedback. I went through the PS reader list page and messaged the readers but no reply (I think they probably got bombarded with too many papers). So, I...

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Hey all! I wanted to ask anyone if they know of anyone who has attended this program or themselves attended the program. I know they take 8 students into their entering class ( I am assuming this is a good thing) but I was wanting to gain more insight. Of course if you have not done the program...

Starting a thread for those who are applying to HPSP for the next cycle. Feel free to share info or ask questions. I will try and keep updated numbers, stats or anything that will help you apply. I can also help you find a good healthcare recruiter if you are applying Army. Good luck!

Hi All, From observing both MSAR data and general trends on here, I've noticed that there tends to be a pretty low disparity between cGPA and sGPA. I know that many schools have cutoff GPAs and will autoscreen applicants who fall below their minimum threshold. I was wondering if this applies to...

Good morning, I have decided very recently that I am going to embark on this long, grueling, but totally worth it journey into medical school. I am a 25 year old, nontraditional student. I am an engineer (been out of school for the past 3+ years) looking to switch to medicine. Though I have an...

I have to take the mcat spring of 2018, so I am studying very early. If I buy the practice exams of the AAMC 1&2 right now, will they have the same questions as the practice exams that will be sold next year or will they be a different version? I am asking because if they are different versions...

Hello everybody, Let me start by saying thank for taking to the time to reply to my thread. I am premed student who is planning to apply to medical school this cycle(2017). I currently perform research at the cardiology research department at my local VA hospital. Today, when at research, I...

Hey SDN, Reapplicant here. I am conflicted at the moment, and I am hoping to get some advice! My credentials are as follows: - female Hispanic - GPA: 3.63 - sGPA: 3.37 - MCAT: 497 - EC: my newest addition to my application ->City Year (Americorps program involving teaching and mentoring...

It's been ages SDN, good to see you again. Coming back to these forums in my senior year as a pre-pharm, looking to glean some guidance from the depths of your ever-insightful wells of wisdom and guidance lol (but seriously, I remember some of you being quite articulate and pleasant from my...

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Hey guys. So I am new to this site and would appreciate some advice on adjusting my list of schools. Help with Schools: MCAT:507 (I took it twice and this is my second score; first score was a 502). GPA: 5.6 (Science should be ~5.57 but I am not 100% sure there) Work: Scribe in a community...

Is it possible to get into med school with a bad first year? Does explaining these grades help? This year was my first year as a bio pre-med student. I'm planning on applying to the CLS program at my school next year and apply to med school after I finish the requirements for med school and the...

Hey guys! Here's the gist: I did really crappy during 2 semesters of my undergrad. I want to know what my chances are getting into a med school involving this. Here's the breakdown: *Freshmen Semester 1: I attended Nursing courses; I got 2 B's, 1 C, and the rest were A's. *Freshmen Semester 2...

My father is an M.D and I was wondering if this will help/hurt me when applying, or if it should not be mentioned. Thank You!

Hello SDN community, Some background before I dive in: I'm a white male, 26 y/o applicant AMCAS cGPA/sGPA 3.49/3.3 TMDSAS cGPA/sGPA 3.41/3.26 511 MCAT CP (128, 87%) CARS (124, 49%) BB (130, 97%) and PS (129, 92%) MPH Epidemiology - 4.0 GPA (Basically the "upward trend") Extensive...

Hi everyone! I am a non-trad applicant from Texas looking for advice on whether I have a shot at any MD or DO schools. I'm having trouble creating a realistic list because of my disparate stats. Any recommendations or comments would be greatly appreciated :) Degrees: BS in Bio, MS in...

Hi all, I'm not quite sure how to interpret MSAR to see which MD schools I fit in so I'm hoping you guys would be able to help out :). Will also need some help with DO schools (definitely applying to touro, AZCOM, and Western-Pomona). ORM, but disadvantaged. CA resident. Recently graduated 5th...

Coming here because I feel like no one truly understands my dilemma and I am trying to find a solution. I am currently SENIOR at a state university graduating dec. 2017 Major/Minor: Biology/Chemistry Research Experience: Have done ecological research (and upcoming research in the Galapagos...

Hi all, I am just coming to the end of my freshman year and I have had an extremely rough time. Just before school started I had mono which lasted most of the first semester, at the beginning of second semester I had to have my tonsils taken out, and now between April/May I have had two family...

I know my GPA is low but I have had a strong upward trend with 3.67 and 4.0 the last two semesters. Additionally I shadowed at a renal clinic, was a student researcher (pending publication), treasurer of the art club, volunteered in Costa Rica in the summer, volunteered at a hospital for over...

Hey everyone, I basically just needed help coming up with a list of schools that I should apply to. My background and stats: Asian Indian, Illinois resident Go to a public school in IL, cGPA 3.91 sGPA 3.83 (B's were only in Freshman year, since then all 4.0 semesters) MCAT 506...

Hello everyone. Does anyone know how easy/hard it is to match in Canada as a Canadian citizen who completed their MD in the US? I know according to CARMS they can match in the first iteration, but that does not necessarily mean there would be enough seats for them and/or no bias in favor of...

Hi all, Would love to get your feedback on what MCAT would I need with my stats and background to get into a MD school. Currently, my highest MCAT practice has been a 506 on Next Step, taking the test 6/16. State: Illinois School: State School Science Major Demographics: Started working...

I am at the end of my training but I feel so unprepared so I was wondering if someone could give me advice. I'm having trouble with the speed. My trainers keep telling me to finish most of the chart before leaving the pt's room but I don't even get past the HPI. For the HPI, I tend to miss...

I just finished my freshman year and I really want to get into medical school or my University's Junior Medical Honors Program (UF). I will apply to this program Spring Sophomore year. My science GPA dropped from a 4.0 to a 3.95 because I bombed the ecology section of my biology test (who...

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Hello everybody, This is my first time posting on SDN. So I apologize in advance if I make a mistake. I think this is the right forum to post in. Anyway, on to the main point. I HAVE NO IDEA WHERE TO APPLY......just kidding :) But seriously, I am currently finishing up my 2nd semester of...

I am in my senior year, still have one semester before I graduate. I took my MCATs recently, and did not do well enough to balance out my mediocre GPA (503, 3.6) for Allopathic MD. I was already planning to take a gap year (or two) off. I am trying to figure out the best use of my time. I have a...