Canadian going to states

[dentite001]

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Hey,

I've been around these boards for a little while now and am actually thinking of getting serious about things. I graduated from U of Waterloo in honour's psychology (GPA about 81 or 3.7). I've got no background in science and will likely take one of those post-bacculerate programs in the US. I've got a few concerns though.
First, I've never taken any SAT, GRE, etc. They arn't required in Canada. Can I still do a post-bacc and then go to med/dental school or will I have to take one of these first. Would this vary from school to school?
Another issue is financing. I'm working right now and will be able to afford one of the post-bacc programs. However, even if I got accepted through a joint acceptance to a dental school, I'm wondering how I will be able to finance it. Some schools say that foreigners aren't able to get loans. Would a Canadian bank finance it? What about the Canadian Military financing it? Any suggestions? Especially other Canucks who went to the states.

Dentite001

 

[UofT-Girl]

Hey guys..

This has nothing to do with the previous post..but i was wondering if someone could help out!
I'm a Canadian citizen, and just recently recieved my permanent status visa (dont really know what they call it..Green Card?) in the states. However, i am just in Canada to finish up my undergrad.

Just out of curiosity, would it make any difference at all, advantages/disadvantages, now that my permanet residence is in the states, but attend university in Toronto, Canada?

Thanks so much for any advice..
This is soo confusing!

 

[The Musketeer]

Well, one advantage of getting your 'green card' is the ability to claim financial support from U.S. Government, such as Stafford Loan and FADSA.
And if you are a permanent resident of a state then it will be easier for you to get into state school and eligible for resident tuition (much cheaper than non-residents).

 

[The Musketeer]

I am not sure about the qualification of post-bacc in the states but I believe since you have completed B.Sc. in Canada you are eligible to apply after you have taken the GRE. And if you want to continue to either med and dental school then you will have to take MCAT or DAT.

Hey,

I've been around these boards for a little while now and am actually thinking of getting serious about things. I graduated from U of Waterloo in honour's psychology (GPA about 81 or 3.7). I've got no background in science and will likely take one of those post-bacculerate programs in the US. I've got a few concerns though.
First, I've never taken any SAT, GRE, etc. They arn't required in Canada. Can I still do a post-bacc and then go to med/dental school or will I have to take one of these first. Would this vary from school to school?
Another issue is financing. I'm working right now and will be able to afford one of the post-bacc programs. However, even if I got accepted through a joint acceptance to a dental school, I'm wondering how I will be able to finance it. Some schools say that foreigners aren't able to get loans. Would a Canadian bank finance it? What about the Canadian Military financing it? Any suggestions? Especially other Canucks who went to the states.

Dentite001

 

[dentite001]

Well, I'm overseas right now working. I'm wondering if I can do the GRE online. I did a BA not BSC. I'm interested in the post-baccs such as Tufts where they don't want you to have science courses.

 

[Dr.BadVibes]

Hey guys..

This has nothing to do with the previous post..but i was wondering if someone could help out!
I'm a Canadian citizen, and just recently recieved my permanent status visa (dont really know what they call it..Green Card?) in the states. However, i am just in Canada to finish up my undergrad.

Just out of curiosity, would it make any difference at all, advantages/disadvantages, now that my permanet residence is in the states, but attend university in Toronto, Canada?

Thanks so much for any advice..
This is soo confusing!

hey UofT Girl...congrats on getting perm res....you just saved yourself a shiyyyyt load of hassles and money....

i was in the exact same boat as you...i got my greencard back in 2001, but i was still at UofT....it doesnt affect your residency status, as long as you always put your US address on everything...i dont know how long you have left in undergrad, but if its gonna be long, I suggst you get a re-entry permit...you only can get it once in your life, and this allows you to be out of the US for 2 years while keeping your greencard....since I had 2 years left in undergrad, I got my re-entry permit.

Make I ask what state you are a resident of now?