mstp

I created this thread because I have been going back and forth in my head for several weeks now about which school is for me. I know that they are both good schools and I enjoyed the atmosphere and environment at both institutions, but I don't know how to decide what institution will be best for...

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Hi All, I'll be applying to MSTP programs this coming cycle. I'd like to know what you think about my current list and if you have any suggestions. I realize it is a bit top heavy but I've heard that when it comes to MSTPs, there aren't really any "safeties". Also I'm hoping that my numbers...

Hi all, First post so bear with me! Been interviewing at MSTP programs, specifically for genetics/human genomics/developmental biology. In terms of medical fields, considering ophthalmology. Super excited to get an acceptance from Mount Sinai :) My question now is: of my remaining interviews...

Hi All, I'll be applying to MSTP programs this coming cycle. I'd like to know what you think about my current list and if you have any suggestions. I realize it is a bit top heavy but I've heard that when it comes to MSTPs, there aren't really any "safeties". Also I'm hoping that my numbers...

Hi everyone, I'm currently taking a gap year and deciding whether or not to go MD or MD/PhD. The 80/20 research clinical split and running a lab in the future is what I want to do the most, but I'm not sure whether or not I really love research enough to not quit/give up during the hard parts...

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Hey guys, I was hoping to get your opinion on my chances at being accepted into an MSTP program because I really want to be a physician scientist and spend my time mostly on research. I currently have all GPA of 3.7 with my science GPA being 3.6. I have spent roughly 2 years in research and am...

Would anyone out there be willing to read and critique my MD/PhD essay?

Hello! I'm an aspiring MD/PhD student with plans on applying for the first time next summer. I'm extremely confident that this is the right type of program for me and according to some of the guides on this site I should be a pretty strong applicant. However, I am aware that this is the most...

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Hey all, a long-time lurker and a first-time poster here hoping to glean some advice from the SDN community. Also, warning: long, rambling post I am a recent grad looking to apply to either PhD, MD/PhD, or both sometime in the future. My stats are as follows: 3.3 cGPA from one of the top-3...

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I'm confused by the phrasing on their website... "Mayo Clinic MSTP students are able to complete laboratory research rotations and Ph.D. research training at any of the three Mayo campuses — Rochester, Minnesota; Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona; and Jacksonville, Florida. Students are able to...

I know the UW MSTP Prelim opened up on the 3rd, but I'm still waiting on my AMCAS to get verified , so I can't access it to start essays and such. Anyone have the essay prompts? Preferably with character limits? Thanks!

Cumulative GPA: 3.55 Science GPA: 3.2 MCAT (taken October 2015): Overall 513 (90%); Chem/Phys 125 (57%); CARS 130 (98%); Bio/Biochem 126 (67%); Psych/Soc 132 (100%) Research Experience: two semesters in undergrad, a year of clinical research with publications Extra-curricular: executive role in...

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Hi all, I've been reading through a bunch of these threads and doing some googling, and I can't quite find information on the following points: 1) How binding is the checkbox for PhD program on AMCAS. Can I select multiple? My interests span immunology and neuroscience. Researching schools...

Hello SDN, Did some searching, but I couldn't find an answer to the following question. Can you choose any PhD in an MD/PhD program as long as you have sufficient reasoning? For example, I have a chemistry background (i.e. no engineering), but pursuing a bioengineering/bme program is in line...

I am applying MSTP. Obviosuly, I want to construct a strong research narrative. But, given that I have 13000 characters in essays to elaborate on research, I feel inclined not to specify research activities for elaboration in the Work/Activities section. It seems that elaborating on research in...

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Hello, thanks for opening this thread. For the first time in my life, I feel like I have failed in my academics seeing my GPA drop from a 3.73 to a 3.66 (science GPA 3.80 to a 3.68) when I'm just about to apply to medical school. I didn't manage my time well, and overall was unmotivated...

Hello, I'm a junior applying this cycle and I've been juggling with the idea of applying to an MD/PhD program. I was in a neuroscience lab for two years without any publications of my own, and currently I am working as a clinical research assistant with a manuscript (about symptom prevalence...

Hi all, I'm taking 2 years off between undergrad and MD-PhD programs. I've been offered a paid research position in my current lab for these 2 years. During this time, I would be working on an independent research project that is different from the research I did in undergrad. Alternatively...

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Hello! I'm interested in becoming an Md-PhD, but I am unsure if I'm a very strong applicant. I am finishing my B.S. in medicinal chem and am also a 4+1 physics student (I will graduate Spring 2017 with my masters). I'll start of with my most obvious weaknesses: Gpa is only 3.5 Planning on...

Hi, I'm currently a junior biophysics (think biochemistry but more physics and slightly less chemistry) major at a top-30 research university and am starting to embark on the process of applying to MD/PhD programs. My school has a pre-selection committee where they essentially encourage...

Any current MSTP students know of internal transfers into their program? And which one's better?

Hey Guys, I'm between a rock and a hard place and would very much appreciate some level headed advice from anybody willing to listen. I matriculated at the wrong school for MD/PhD and am looking for advice. I am confident that I committed to the wrong school and have been since within a week...

Hey Guys, I'm between a rock and a hard place and would very much appreciate some level headed advice from anybody willing to listen. I matriculated at the wrong school and am looking for advice. I am confident that I committed to the wrong school and have been since within a week of doing...

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The MSTP grant application eliminated MCAT scores from the T32 pre-doctoral tables, which prior to 2016 required: 1) reporting the MCAT score and cGPA of every single student in the program and 2) MCAT score, cGPA, and outcome for each applicant of the prior completed application cycle relative...

Hi everyone! First post, hoping to feel welcome here. I am currently a senior graduating with degrees in EE and physics, and I will be applying for MD/PhD programs this June. Because of the timeline, this means I will be looking and applying to year-long experiences in research for 2016-2017...

MCAT: 514 (PS: 11, VR: 10, BS: 12, P/S: 13) GPA: 3.71 (I think I can get it to 3.76 by the time i apply in june) sGPA: 3.52 (I think I can get it to 3.62 by the time i apply) I have 2 years experience working in a neuroscience lab (somatosensory and motor systems/ molecular genetics...

Hello, I'm currently an undergraduate sophomore, dreaming of doing an MSTP program. I am currently working in a lab (paid) and have been doing so since the summer. My PI is fantastic and extremely helpful with letting me understand the workings of basic science research. I already have a...

Hello, I am a recent graduate (B. S. Biochemistry, B.S. Biology) and want to eventually get into a top tier MD/PhD program. I'm currently a research assistant in a neuroscience lab at a very good university and I'm considering doing a master's degree before applying to MD/PhD programs to get...