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Hello,
I am considering applying to McMaster University, which gives conditional offers to some who apply in their 3rd year of undergrad. I am going to 3rd year in September. My first year average is low, but my 2nd year average shows a strong upward trend. I have good ECs (but missing research experience), and my overall average meets the minimum requirement and I know there is a minority of students who get in with averages below mine. Also, they only look at the VR section of the MCAT and as of now, that is my strongest section (I am currently studying to write the MCAT at the end of August). I have just decided on applying, and I will have about a month (Sept.) to get my entire application together by the Oct 1st deadline. I can start on LORs now, though. I was wondering if a month would be enough for preparing and submitting my application? In addition, I would get busy with school and ECs in Sept. As well, if I am not accepted this time.. how long will my LORs last? Can I reuse the same LORs the next year of applying, without having to re-ask for them?
Random question: I know requirements always vary among medical schools, but does anyone know a general/safe range to be in, in terms of how old of an MCAT score, medical schools will accept?
Or.. am I just crazy to think they would possibly accept a sub-par GPA medhopeful who is not even done 3rd? Any input (even harsh ones) would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!
I am considering applying to McMaster University, which gives conditional offers to some who apply in their 3rd year of undergrad. I am going to 3rd year in September. My first year average is low, but my 2nd year average shows a strong upward trend. I have good ECs (but missing research experience), and my overall average meets the minimum requirement and I know there is a minority of students who get in with averages below mine. Also, they only look at the VR section of the MCAT and as of now, that is my strongest section (I am currently studying to write the MCAT at the end of August). I have just decided on applying, and I will have about a month (Sept.) to get my entire application together by the Oct 1st deadline. I can start on LORs now, though. I was wondering if a month would be enough for preparing and submitting my application? In addition, I would get busy with school and ECs in Sept. As well, if I am not accepted this time.. how long will my LORs last? Can I reuse the same LORs the next year of applying, without having to re-ask for them?
Random question: I know requirements always vary among medical schools, but does anyone know a general/safe range to be in, in terms of how old of an MCAT score, medical schools will accept?
Or.. am I just crazy to think they would possibly accept a sub-par GPA medhopeful who is not even done 3rd? Any input (even harsh ones) would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!