I don't want to be a Debbie Downer, but disciplinary actions like this are usually application killers, especially if they're on your record. From what I've seen, usually premeds like this take a few years off to do other things and then reapply years later, talking about what they've learned from their experience, or they go Caribbean.
I don’t know how true the mcat blind part is. They definitely weigh in your mcat score. And if push came to shove they will choose an applicant with a higher mcat score than you with a similar background or “distance traveled”.
I strongly disagree with this....everyone has made a mistake in life yes. But if the person shows growth and a clear progression, I don't see this as detrimental. Your story and your why for medicine is what will make or break your application. I personally have taken the MCAT 3 times and have had mixed scores across (all low 500s) and even did worse on my third attempt compared to my second. I thought I was done but I had 3 interviews this cycle and all of them have been As (MD). Show growth and share your story...that's it imo
Would it be for this cycle or the upcoming one?
Number one piece of advice. Apply broadly. Even if your heart is set on UCR, it’s important to recognize the opportunity cost of not gaining admission and having to reapply the following cycle. It is well worth applying to more programs than you initially anticipate, as many qualified applicants miss out on admission simply because they limited themselves to only a few schools.
yeh i've done lots of reflecting and worked towards improving. im in my second gap year
Hi there! I was just wondering where on the MSAR website for UCR does it say they are increasing the class size by 6?
Oh wow holy cow! Thank you so much! Haha same it's been really stressful but wish you the best of luck!
