Chances of MD vs MD/ grad degree

[Ymeyu]

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So on the AAMC when you apply (primary) it gives u the option of MD, MD PhD, MD/graduate degree *depending on the school*.

Is it better to apply MD then change up to an MD/degree ? or should I apply MD degree?

I would like to get an MBA with my MD but im feeling that doing a double would hurt me in the app process and maybe I could switch it up later if they accept me to their MD programs

 

[Ymeyu]

any takers to this question?

 

[b2sun]

any takers to this question?

How does this belong in WAMC?

 

[Ymeyu]

Somehow I thought it fit, does Applying MD vs MD/Degree affect your chances or is this under the soul discretion of the school?

would you recommend a better place to post this question?

ill remove it or try to if you know a better place

 

[Drrrrrr. Celty]

Most people would say its harder. Since you first need to get into the MD program then get into the MBA program. Or if you're looking at the extreme a MD/PhD then you need majorly higher stats, usually 2-3 extra points on the mcat and a .1-.3 higher gpa average. Not to mention the requirement/recommendation of 3 or more years of research.

So overall any dual degree program will be more difficult to enter then the MD program alone

Also this is more of a pre-allo forum question then a WAMC.

 

[drizzt3117]

MD/MBA is about the same as MD, because if you get into the MD, you're going to get into the MBA for all intents and purposes.