Thanks for replying...
There are post-bac programs that focus on improving one's science gpa (e.g. chm, bio, phys, org)-at least i think. I thought UPenn, Northwestern, and UConn's post-bac programs offer the option to take/re-take pre-med courses and/or add upper level undergrad science courses.....hm....
I am still in the dark about what factor(s) people consider when opting for a post-bac (undergrad courses), instead of a special masters program. Perhaps, a masters program is more difficult to get accepted into, but then would a, say formal 1-year post-bac that focuses on undergrad science courses offset years of bad grades? Or do people normally complete a post-bac to increase their undergrad science gpa, complete a special masters program, and then apply to med school? My UG gpa stinks, but I think I will be able get accepted into a post-bac (UG) without any trouble. I am hesitant to do this however, because if a formal post-bac doesn't help my admission into med school, I would have wasted a year and out $20,000+.... where all this time, I could have attended a local cc to finish up pre-med courses, applied to special masters programs, get another degree, and most importantly, get accepted into med school. Yes, I would be out 20 grand+ too, but at least I would have something to show to myself at the end of the year. Of course, these are all best scenario cases.....! Yikes.
I see your point about why people pursue a masters program instead of a post-bac one. It makes sense...why move backwards re-taking pre-med courses when you can prove yourself by (1) taking courses for the first time and (2) taking it with other medical students to prove that you're able to handle a heavy load of accelerated courses. Of course, this is all assuming you get above average grades
Anyways....no more whining....
Any other thoughts?
There are post-bac programs that focus on improving one's science gpa (e.g. chm, bio, phys, org)-at least i think. I thought UPenn, Northwestern, and UConn's post-bac programs offer the option to take/re-take pre-med courses and/or add upper level undergrad science courses.....hm....
I am still in the dark about what factor(s) people consider when opting for a post-bac (undergrad courses), instead of a special masters program. Perhaps, a masters program is more difficult to get accepted into, but then would a, say formal 1-year post-bac that focuses on undergrad science courses offset years of bad grades? Or do people normally complete a post-bac to increase their undergrad science gpa, complete a special masters program, and then apply to med school? My UG gpa stinks, but I think I will be able get accepted into a post-bac (UG) without any trouble. I am hesitant to do this however, because if a formal post-bac doesn't help my admission into med school, I would have wasted a year and out $20,000+.... where all this time, I could have attended a local cc to finish up pre-med courses, applied to special masters programs, get another degree, and most importantly, get accepted into med school. Yes, I would be out 20 grand+ too, but at least I would have something to show to myself at the end of the year. Of course, these are all best scenario cases.....! Yikes.
I see your point about why people pursue a masters program instead of a post-bac one. It makes sense...why move backwards re-taking pre-med courses when you can prove yourself by (1) taking courses for the first time and (2) taking it with other medical students to prove that you're able to handle a heavy load of accelerated courses. Of course, this is all assuming you get above average grades
Anyways....no more whining....
Any other thoughts?