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    DIY Postbacc at Multiple Different Schools?

    Hi all, Potential non-trad here, trying to figure out how to navigate my situation. I graduated college in 2016 with a 3.7 GPA with a degree in Biology. I dropped the pre-med track in UG, but after a year and a half of working in consulting, I am ready to dive into medicine and certain that it...
  2. J

    Overwhelmed by circumstances. Graduates undergrad and in a post bacc program

    Hey to anyone who reads this, At most what I get from this post is expressing my issues, but hopefully insight will guide me to the right path. I finished undergrad with a great GPA and background in research, volunteering and extracurriculars. I grew up with 6 siblings (all 7 from the same...
  3. G

    Different Major

    I'm a communication disorder major thinking about doing either OT/PT. My GPA sits around 3.2-3.4 depending on how I do my last semester. Should I/could I get into a post-bacc program or should I just take prereqs for the DPT or Masters of OT programs? Thanks in advance.
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    I need help and miracle stories...

    Hey guys, Sugar Plum here, I try to be as positive as I can be, on this site especially; but lately I realized my situations are not working for me. I am a fifth year undergraduate, hopefully graduating this year, with not a great GPA, by the time I graduate I will probably have a 3.0...
  5. W

    B in Post Bacc

    Tried finding more information on this by searching past posts but nothing similar. Currently doing a Post-bacc at state Uni. Taking 4 classes and one lab. One of the classes I’m risking getting a B (at a 88 right now) but I need a 100 on the next test so most likely will end up getting a...
  6. vivre17

    Any MDs/DOs/med students with a nursing background out there?

    What's your story? I'm graduating nursing school soon and I'm about to start taking pre-med courses within the next year, but I've found myself needing reassurance because I'm not exactly getting the encouragement I wanted from the majority of friends and family. Even my advisor gave me a hard...
  7. vivre17

    Apply as Nondegree Seeking or 2nd Bachelors?? DIY Post-Bacc help pls

    I'm a senior nursing student graduating in May 2018. I want to start taking my med school pre-reqs during Summer or Fall 2018, but I'm having trouble with maneuvering applications. I only want to take classes and at this time do not intend to pursue a second bachelor's degree. I don't think I'll...
  8. B

    HES -- is it worth it?

    Hello all! I am a potential non-trad looking for some help on how to plan the journey ahead of me. For some background, I am a 2016 grad (biology & global health) who was originally pre-med and transitioned over to business/consulting towards the end of undergrad. Currently 23 years working at...
  9. U

    Postbac or SMP?

    Hello, I would much appreciate some advice on what I should currently do now in order to prepare for medical school applications - pursue a Postbac program or SMP? I went to UCLA and my sGPA is 3.3 and my cGPA is 3.5. I initially had a 3.8 sGPA and cGPA my first 1.5 years of college but...
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    Please help ! ready to go back..which approach to take? NY

    If anyone has gone through or knows someone who has, please post your advice. I have made mistakes partly due to no guidance and trying to figure things out on my own so I hope someone could please help as I attempt to take the next step. I studied pre-med in college. Have always been a good...
  11. B

    Should I bother applying now or wait until next year?

    I graduated from undergrad in 2014, cGPA 3.25 sCPA 3.03. I was forced to take a year off from everything after I graduated from undergrad, but have spent the last 2 years working as a medical scribe. My highest old MCAT score was 25 (PS 7, VR 10, BS 8). I am scheduled to take the new test on...
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    What are my chances? post bacc

    Hello All I am an asian male. I am rising senior undergraduate at Hopkins and I have a 3.28 cGPA in engineering. I have completed all of the required courses for post bacc (Bio/Lab, Chem/Lab, Physics/Lab, Orgo/Lab, Psych). I have a sGPA of around 3.1. I will be taking the MCAT sometime in the...
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    Nontraditional student: postbacc vs SMP?

    I'm in a dilemma between selecting an SMP (Loyola MSMP) or taking classes at Northwestern University through their evening certificate program. I'm very low-income and it would be a big burden to take out that almost $50,000 loan for the SMP. Plus, I currently work in a local healthcare job...
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    Non-Degree Student at Emory vs. HES vs. State School?

    All, I am currently hoping to begin taking classes this upcoming spring semester (Jan 2018). I graduated May 2016 with a degree in Biology, so I only have about 4 more classes to take before I can apply to med school: Organic Chem 2, Physics, 2, Biochemistry, and Gen Chem 2. However, I am not...
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    Post Bacc & SMP Chances/ Reccomendations

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    Advice/Critiques wanted on postbacc plans

    Hi fellow postbaccs, I'm looking for any advice or suggestion on my postbacc plans About me: Age: 22 Background: Asian male, first-generation, family income below poverty line Undergrad: B.A. in Anthropology from a Top 10 Public U.S. University Cumulative GPA: 3.46 *major upward trend Science...
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    Harvard Extension -- is this timeline possible?

    After a multiple years of convincing myself that life in medicine is not for me, I keep coming back to it and I think I am officially ready to take the plunge. Bit of backstory -- I graduated from a top 10 university in May 2016 with a degree in Biology and a GPA of ~3.7. I was originally...
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    ADVICE NEEDED! Post Bac

    Hello! So this is my first post and I could really use the help. I just graduated in May with my BS in Public Health and am planning to go back to med school eventually, taking as much time as I need. I struggled a little in my first few years of undergrad and didn't do well in the few science...
  19. Sharknad0

    GPA at graduation is gonna be about 3.65c and 3.45s. Advice on where to proceed?

    I'm going to take a gap year or two after graduating May '18 and I'm not sure what I want to do. When I graduate my GPA is gonna be about 3.65 cGPA and 3.45 sGPA. I'm not planning on taking the MCAT till Fall '18 or Spring '19 and I'm going to be mostly focused on clinical volunteering, and...
  20. lybron93

    CSUEB PHAP Program or UC Davis Post-bacc

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  21. nekoatsume

    Washington University in St. Louis Premedical Postbacc

    Hi everyone, I was recently admitted to the premedical postbacc program at Washington University in St. Louis. Is there anyone here that is currently in the program or has completed the program that would be willing to share their experience and answer a few questions I have? Thank you!
  22. astrostellar

    Should I do an SMP, year of postbacc, or apply straight after graduation?

    Nontrad here. My projected graduation date is 2020, and with all my courses plotted out, thanks to horrific grades from 2009-2012, I've calculated that my GPA will be about a 3.2c/3.5s with a massive upward trend. (DO sGPA would be higher, about 3.8.) The thing is, I have so many credits that...
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    CSULA Post Bacc (Option 1 and 2) 2017 Application Cycle

    Hello, Was just wondering if anyone else applied to the program (I applied to option 1) and is waiting for their decision? In previous threads, they said they received a phone call AND THEN a follow up email? However, I got an email early May (earlier than I expected, I thought there was...
  24. chemdoctor

    USF Masters in Medical Sciences?

    So I'm going to be a sophomore in the fall. Thinking of graduating early. If I do, I was gonna go and do this program. How good is it? Has anyone done it? Did you get into MD schools? Also, how good is it if I get this degree and decide MD isn't for me? Also, if I have a high GPA (above 3.80)...
  25. chemdoctor

    Does a post-bacc or grad degree increase chances?

    So, I'm a freshman and looking to graduate early right now. I'll be class of 2019, though I was supposed to be 2020. So, I'm thinking if a post-bacc or a grad degree would be the best course of action? I don't want to apply to med school next year, so that's not an option. I had some...
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    PA School Help

    Hi guys. So currently, I have just finished my junior year of undergrad. My current but yet horrendous stats are cGPA: 2.75 & sGPA: 2.40 Unfortunately, all the pre-req's I have take that are required for PA school, I have received Cs in. I really want to become a PA, but I know how hard and...
  27. S

    Post Bacc Experiences

    So I was accepted into several post baccalaureate programs and I am having a hard time choosing the right one. If anyone was a student in these programs could you please tell me how your experience went and whether or not the program has helped you get into medical school? These are the programs...
  28. J

    Post-Bacc and Getting into Pharmacy School. Low GPA.

    Hello All, I am trying to pursue pharmacy school but I was wondering what I should do to help my chances to get in with my situation. A little background of myself -- - I graduated with a degree in Public Health Sciences at UC Irvine ( FALL 2013) with a low overall GPA specifically 2.6. -...
  29. A

    UPenn SSP To Dental School

    I am considering the SSP program from Upenn. Obviously Penn has an incredible reputation but I want to know how well this program helps pre-dentals get into dental school. Does anyone have personal experience or know any success stories? Thank you!
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    Non-trad in need of advice

    I have searched this forum a lot but it seems I'm learning about a new SMP everyday on here and I am not sure which SMPs are suitable for me. My question is: given my stats and information listed below, what would you recommend? As the title says, I'm a nontraditional student and reinvented...
  31. LucaCy

    George Washington GCATS Response Time after Interview

    For anyone who got accepted to the George Washington GCATS program (for any year), how long after your interview were you accepted?
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    Postbac/SMP programs that may accept a 2.7 cGPA/sGPA

    Are there any Postbacs/SMPs (D.O. with good linkage) that would even look at a student with a 2.72cGPA/2.78sGPA with a STRONG upward trend (+3.8 GPA) in the last 70 credit hours and a solid MCAT score (plan on testing in the Fall)? I did so poorly in my early years that even with my academic...
  33. coto7061

    Competitiveness of Masters Programs

    Hi all, I as wondering how competitive masters programs are. I know you have to meet basic graduate standards with good recommendations and so forth. However unlike medical schools they dont publish average gpa and mcat of entering students. Perhaps take a Brown or Georgetown, is it crazy...
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    UC Postbaccalaureate Program 2017

    Hello everyone! I just wanted to start this forum for all of us applying this cycle.
  35. McDreamy2008

    Georgetown GEMS 2017-2018

    Happy New Year everyone! This thread is for everyone that will be applying to GEMS this cycle! Feel free to post throughout the application process, and keep us updated on your progress!
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    LECOM Postbacc 2017-2018 Cycle

    Hey everyone! I started this thread due to not finding any related for this current cycle. My application for this cycle is currently under review, but I am hopeful. I was accepted last cycle, but unable to attend due to graduation issues. I was surprised though because I had read a lot of...
  37. K

    Non Traditional Vet Student - Is it okay to take my prerequisites at a community college?

    Hi Everyone, I'm a bit of non traditional pre-vet student. I graduated 2 years ago, worked for a great company, and have now quit to pursue my dream of becoming a veterinarian. I'm trying to decide where to take a my prerequisites and would appreciate any advice. I have about 9 total: Chem...
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    What are my chances? - Postbaccs

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