A Few Questions Regarding Harvard Extension Post Bacc Program

[ejo]

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I'll be graduating from a Big Ten University with a degree in Finance in three months. My undergrad GPA will be roughly 3.3. I've decided what I truly want to do is become a doctor and from what I've read in the various posts on the program, it seems like it might be right for me. I've read about the course load in the extension program and I'm certain I could handle it. My less than stellar undergrad GPA stems from lack of motivation. Anyway, I have a few questions about the program I was hoping some people could help me out with.

1) Because I'm a Finance major I haven't taken any of the pre-requisite courses. My understanding is that the HCP program is designed specifically for this type of student. Is this correct?

2) Are there any application deadlines for entry into the program? I would like to apply after I complete this final semester for entry in Fall 09. Would this be a problem? Should I apply sooner?

3) Is my 3.3 GPA sufficient to get me into the HCP program? I currently don't have any clinical experience. Is this going to be a problem when applying?

4) If I am accepted into the HCP program I am considered a full time student and thus get access to Harvard libraries and workout facilities correct? I only ask because I read a post where somebody said they didn't have access to these things. I was under the impression this was because they didn't get accepted into the HCP program but were taking the same courses via open enrollemnt (meaning they are not eligible for sponsorship?). Could somebody clear this up?

Any information is appreciated.

Thanks

 

[ejo]

Hi, I did some research and found answers to most of my questions, however, I was wondering if anybody knows about admissions into the diploma program. If you get accepted into the HCP program do you simply let them know you would like to be enrolled in the diploma program, or are there other requirements for that program. Any information is appreciated. Thanks

 

[zil0]

I just got accepted into the diploma program. On the application for the HCP, it asks you if you want to enter the diploma program. As far as I know, you'll enter the program it as long as you fit the requirements for it and fit the requirements for the HCP in general.

One thing that almost prevented me from entering the diploma program is that I had taken one quarter of general biology at a community college, and they want you to have never, ever taken any of the prereqs whatsoever. Fortunately, they said they could make an exception because I had only taken a quarter of it and not a full semester.

If you enter the diploma program, you'll get a Harvard ID, which allows you entrance into all the libraries, and you can use their gyms. As a member of a diploma program, you'll also be able to get the Harvard health insurance (which I think is somewhat cheaper than getting private health insurance).

Good luck at applying!