Applying Before Completion of Pre-med Requirements?

[CaptainHR]

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Hey Guys-

I'm new to the site here; forgive me if this type of question is/was previously posted...

I am entering my senior year in undergrad. As a Bio major, I have completed the majority of my pre-med courses, along with other science classes (Genetics, Microbio, etc.) with the exception of Organic Chemistry. Due to high demands, I was not able to get into the Orgo class last year, as I initially had plans for. Now, I am left with a dilemma in terms of taking the MCATs and applying for the 2011 cycle.

I have been studying and preparing for the MCATs as I currently have intentions of taking them in August. I have decided to self-teach the Organic concepts, since I will not have any classroom background until I begin the Fall 2010 semester at my college.

My question is, do I still have a shot of getting into D.O. schools without having my Organic Chemistry grades in? I won't have Organic I & II completed until May 2011 (my graduating year). Is it even worth applying, or will I be wasting my time?

I spoke with the Asst. Director at NYCOM...he told me that I can "still apply" but did not give me a clear/definitive answer. He told me that it is possible to take the MCATs without Organic Chemistry, but not something they advise students to do (obviously).

I would appreciate all of your posts/responses and would be thankful for any alternative paths I could take.

 

[futuredoc4432]

don't quote me on this but I would think adcoms will not review your application until they can see your grades in all of your pre-reqs. although technically you only have to complete all prereqs prior to matriculation so I dunno. I'm taking orgo2 this summer and vcom said they will not give me a secondary until they get my updated transcript with my orgo grade. try to call around some schools.

the MCAT might be rough without a solid orgo background but its up to you. right now I am taking a year off (graduated may '10 applying for class of 2015) and I am glad that I decided not to apply last year, I have until next fall to do some things I have always wanted (travel etc.) before my life is taken over by medicine.

 

[judasreznor]

Hey Guys-

I'm new to the site here; forgive me if this type of question is/was previously posted...

I am entering my senior year in undergrad. As a Bio major, I have completed the majority of my pre-med courses, along with other science classes (Genetics, Microbio, etc.) with the exception of Organic Chemistry. Due to high demands, I was not able to get into the Orgo class last year, as I initially had plans for. Now, I am left with a dilemma in terms of taking the MCATs and applying for the 2011 cycle.

I have been studying and preparing for the MCATs as I currently have intentions of taking them in August. I have decided to self-teach the Organic concepts, since I will not have any classroom background until I begin the Fall 2010 semester at my college.

My question is, do I still have a shot of getting into D.O. schools without having my Organic Chemistry grades in? I won't have Organic I & II completed until May 2011 (my graduating year). Is it even worth applying, or will I be wasting my time?

I spoke with the Asst. Director at NYCOM...he told me that I can "still apply" but did not give me a clear/definitive answer. He told me that it is possible to take the MCATs without Organic Chemistry, but not something they advise students to do (obviously).

I would appreciate all of your posts/responses and would be thankful for any alternative paths I could take.

I wouldn't hesitate to apply. As long as you complete your pre-reqs before matriculation, you will be fine. The MCAT, without Organic, is another matter altogether.

 

[taylormade2006]

It is okay to be deficient in pre-reqs when you apply. You may be asked about your plans to complete the requirements in secondaries or interviews. I am in the same spot and it's not a big deal.