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I was recently accepted to the UPenn specialized studies, Case Western masters in physiology, and EVMS medical masters programs. A four-year varsity athlete, I graduated from an ivy three years ago with a BA in Biology and 2.85 cGPA. Recently I completed my final two prerequisites from extension...

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...

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. I have been accepted into both BU and Wayne State for their SMPs starting this fall. I am a Canadian from southwestern ontario so I get in-state tuition...

I'll be turning 26 in September and will most likely start an SMP in August of 2017 when I'm about to turn 27. Is it unheard of for someone to go straight into medical school that same summer they finish their SMP? So they finish in June 2018 and start medical school in August/September of 2018...

Hi there, I was accepted to the USF one year post bac program a few weeks back, and just accepted to the RFUMS smp today. Any advice on which way to lean? I am instate for USF, but I don't think the cost of RFUMS is too much more...I think. I am applying to both of their Med Schools, this cycle...

Hey guys, Have some interesting options, open to opinions! To get it out of the way, GPA ~3.4 and MCAT 517. So, recently accepted to an SMP program at BU, and also accepted to U of Queensland in Australia for the MD program, still waiting on Sydney. Do you think it's worthwhile to do an SMP...

Hey guys, Have some interesting options, open to opinions! To get it out of the way, GPA ~3.4 and MCAT 517. So, recently accepted to an SMP program at BU, and also accepted to U of Queensland in Australia for the MD program, still waiting on Sydney. Do you think it's worthwhile to do an SMP...

I am currently deciding if I should attend the Georgetown SMP or if I should work for a clinical practice in my gap year after completing my degree. I have a 3.61 GPA, 3.59 science GPA. My main question is: is my GPA too high for an SMP to be really helpful to my application? In the last year...

Hey everyone, I am new here (just got an account) and I would really appreciate some advice on how to proceed because I have such low grades right now: the breakdown is as follows 1st sem: 3.0 2nd sem: 2.9 3rd sem: 2.4 (I know :/ I was diagnosed with anxiety at this point and probably...

After several attempts in previous application cycles, I've decided it's time for a Masters Program. From my research I've seen that curriculum is fairly consistent between programs. Maybe a class or two variance but for the most part, I would be attending the same classes in most programs...

I applied to Medical schools this past cycle and was dropped off the waitlist from 2 allopathic state schools that aren't generally considered very competitive. My interviewers commented on the quality of my medical and volunteer experiences, so I'm fairly confident in that area of my...

I applied to Medical schools this past cycle and was dropped off the waitlist from 2 allopathic state schools that aren't generally considered very competitive. My interviewers commented on the quality of my medical and volunteer experiences, so I'm fairly confident in that area of my...

Hi guys, I am just wondering about my path for SMP. Currently, I have two choices. #1. I can finish the SMP in two years by taking out loan and apply after the first year after finishing 18 credit hours. This would make me take out a loan and pile up even more loan before medical school...

I've received all letters of rec for medical school applications for this term BUT I recently got my MCAT score and it wasn't so good (500, GPA 3.02)...so I'm thinking of applying to some SMPs or similar programs and they need letters of rec as well, BUUUT their applications are due next year...

Hello, I realize there have been a few similar threads to this, but I was really hoping I can get some personal advice from you all. I have currently been accepted to a few competitive SMP's (Georgetown, Boston MAMS, EVMS) and Post-Bacs (Penn, KGI). I was wondering if given my stats, you guys...

What are my chances for getting into an allopathic medical school? I plan to apply about one year from now (June, 2017) to both SMP's and medical schools as I plan on taking 2-3 years off. I've included all of the necessary info below, I believe. I identify as URM, as I am half Mexican half...

First and foremost, I do not mean to offend anyone. I've started to look into Masters programs to do after graduation in order to increase my chances of getting into dental school. I watched a video on the school's website and it seemed like a shady ad for the program. I also read very...

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So as of right now I'm taking my DAT this summer, doing a one-year SMP next academic year, and then applying next summer. Can I apply before having taken biochemistry in the summer of 2017, and just take biochemistry by itself the fall of 2017 during when I'm applying? I'm looking to get...

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.

New member here, sorry if this has already been posted/answered. I was wondering if anyone knew if it was a requirement for Graduate School/ SMPs that an applicant had to already complete the MCAT? I have been seeing a few schools that require a MCAT score, but I was under the impression that...

Hi all, I graduated college about a week ago, and have thereafter entered into a state of life crisis that I am hoping to get out of with some help. ------- When I entered college at Duke University, I came in with the expectation of fulfilling a pre-med course load; however, the pre-med...

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Hey everyone! Congrats to all those who have been accepted and good luck to those who will be applying/reapplying this upcoming cycle! I am in need of some advice for my current situation. I applied to dental schools this past cycle and have received a couple of interviews but was waitlisted...

I need some deciding on an SMP. These are the school. - Case Western Reserve University MS in Medical Physiology - Even though they are one of the newer program, they seem to have a good record. - Also, there are ton of hospitals and experiences around the campus\ - Bad thing is, its in...

I'm having trouble on picking between schools. I have been admitted to both the Drexel IHS program, and the Case Western MS is Medical Physiology. I'm aware of the background on the Case program but I have little information on the Dreel IHS program. I was wondering if anyone could shed some...

Hi!! Im pre-dent with a very uncompetitive undergrad GPA (around 2.7). Had a lot going on my junior and senior year but somehow made it though and graduated although my GPA took a toll. I chose not to chance taking the DAT and just apply straight to Masters programs. So i took a year off and...

Hi!! Im pre-dent with a very uncompetitive undergrad GPA (around 2.7). Had a lot going on my junior and senior year but somehow made it though and graduated although my GPA took a toll. I chose not to chance taking the DAT and just apply straight to Masters programs. So i took a year off and...

Hey everyone. I was accepted to Midwestern's MBS (2 year program) starting August 2016 and was wondering if there was anyone else out here on SDN who was thinking about applying, sent in their application, placed on hold, or accepted or anything in between lol Feel free to chime in. Maybe we...

Hi SDN community! I've been rummaging through posts for a year or so now but found it is about time for me to ask the dreaded question myself. Senior (May '16 grad) undergrad about to obtain BS (Neurobiology/Physiology) taking at least 2 gap years, matriculating Fall 2018 if possible. cGPA...

Hey everyone I need your honest opinion. I just did a spreadsheet that was provided online to calculate all my GPAs for dental school and my stats look like: oGPA: 3.190 sGPA: 2.667 (w/o BCP) 2.899 (w/ BCP) BCP: 3.305 Non-Science: 3.621 What do you think my odds are with this low science GPA...

(Sorry accidentally posted in the wrong forum -- will be transferring other's responses below in case someone else is in a similar situation) Been reading as many threads as possible about different SMPs and low-gpa threads and have decided on going to an SMP next year. SDN friends - need your...

Been reading as many threads as possible about different SMPs and low-gpa threads and have decided on going to an SMP next year. SDN friends - need your help in assessing which SMP is best for me Some info about me: CA resident, graduated from undergrad about 3 years ago with a low ugrad/sgpa...

For the right candidate, pursuing an SMP can be a fantastic way to set your application apart There are currently more than 75 different science-based Special Masters Programs (SMPs) across the nation. These programs are broken down into two main categories: one-year and two-year programs. The...

Hi, I am deciding on doing a SMP because of my low GPA. Here are my stats and ECs. 3. 21 cGPA 3. 24 sGPA MCAT not taken. GRE 317 (unofficial score) ECs. - 1 year of research at Lab at Cleveland Clinic (have done poster presentation about it as well) - 2 year of research at a Psychology Lab...

Hi, I am deciding on doing a SMP because of my low GPA. Here are my stats and ECs. 3. 21 cGPA 3. 24 sGPA MCAT not taken. GRE 317 (unofficial score) ECs. - 1 year of research at Lab at Cleveland Clinic (have done poster presentation about it as well) - 2 year of research at a Psychology Lab...

Hey guys, Not sure if i'm posting in the right section of the forum, so please forgive me for the possible spam. After completing a special master's program, how would one go about applying to medical schools in regards to letter's of recommendation. Would it still be mandatory or the expected...

Hey guys, Not sure if i'm posting in the right section of the forum, so please forgive me for the possible spam. After completing a special master's program, how would one go about applying to medical schools in regards to letter's of recommendation. Would it still be mandatory or the...