Chances? 37S, 3.5 GPA, 3.0 BCPM, URM

[mexdoc]

Any advice on what my chances are with very low science GPA and high MCAT score? I have taken two years off to work in public health in Latin America and I am hoping that will shift the weight from my low GPA.

I am also applying as a disadvantaged URM, not sure if this helps at all and I went to a Ivy League school.

Do I realistically have a chance at any of the top schools? Thanks for all the advice.

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[useatoothbrush]

it's always difficult to predict but I will say that your breakdown (double 13s in the sciences) definitely helps a lot, as it shows mastery of the premed basic sciences. On a side note, I have friends who had similar numbers to yours who have gotten into top schools.

 

[NoMoreAMCAS]

37 on the MCAT, but a 3.0 BCPM. Wtf? I know you went to an Ivy league school but there has to be something else to explain that GPA. Not being a ****, I'm just curious.

 

[Mobius1985]

That low science GPA will definitely hurt you (unless you had a rising trend the last two years after a bad freshman settling-in period), as adcomms want to see evidence you can perform well with upper-level science courses. I hope you are applying to a range of schools, not just "top schools" to improve your chances of receiving an admission somewhere. Your two years of public service work will help get you a more serious look at your application.

 

[mexdoc]

Thanks for the advice. In response, I had a difficult first year because I was not used to the caliber and difficulty of the science classes. I also found the MCAT to be easier since the concepts were easier.

 

[mrmilad]

Yea you may be hurt somewhat with that gpa, but 1. Your MCAT is stellar, and 2. You're Hispanic. You will be fine as long as you apply to a broad range of schools. CA schools love Hispanic applicants.