Hi Everyone, I have spent the whole day reading old treads and still currently confused due to my unique situation. So, I would like to open a thread to begin a discussion about my current situation.
I am a recent graduate from Australia, complete Bachelors of Biomedical Sciences. I just recently got accepted for my green card to the US. So, I am moving over to be closer to family. I have submitted my transcripts for evaluation (WES) and still awaiting for a result. It is however expected that my GPA, when transferred to US grading scale, would be 3.0. Apparently, there is no in-between, so I either get 2.0 or 3.0 or 4.0.
I have completed various lower and upper level sciences courses which includes Biology, Chemistry, Human Anatomy & Physiology, Microbiology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Pathophysiology & Pharmacology and Psychology. However, given the fact that I have an international baccalaureate credits, I may only satisfy few of the prerequisites. Hence, I need to repeat all/some of the core subjects required for medical school admissions.
I have been extremely involved in various clubs and organisations back in my university. Been the President of my faculty association. Done a lot of volunteering (non-health or non-medical related). Also volunteered in a health clinic overseas for 3 weeks for 5hrs/day in a 3rd world country. Whist studying, I have been working part-time as well. All my science subject include Lab work which is 3-4 hours per fortnight and some 3-4 hours a week. I however haven't shadowed a doctor or volunteer in a medical setting due to strict regulations in Australia.
I have decided to pursue medicine late in my degree so I have bit played myself during my first semesters and have to deal with family problem during my middle semesters however I have redeemed myself and have shown improvement in my last 2 semesters of University (A Bachelors is 3 years w/ 6 semesters in Australia)
Should enrol myself to an enhancement program (as my GPA is not that great) or to a career changer program (as I haven't met half of the required prerequisite for medical schools)?
Money isn't really a problem as long as it helps me get into medical school. I will be moving to California however willing to move states for better prospect / post baccalaureate program.
I need some help and guidance please. Which school should I consider applying and which program? Any recommendations?
I am a recent graduate from Australia, complete Bachelors of Biomedical Sciences. I just recently got accepted for my green card to the US. So, I am moving over to be closer to family. I have submitted my transcripts for evaluation (WES) and still awaiting for a result. It is however expected that my GPA, when transferred to US grading scale, would be 3.0. Apparently, there is no in-between, so I either get 2.0 or 3.0 or 4.0.
I have completed various lower and upper level sciences courses which includes Biology, Chemistry, Human Anatomy & Physiology, Microbiology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Pathophysiology & Pharmacology and Psychology. However, given the fact that I have an international baccalaureate credits, I may only satisfy few of the prerequisites. Hence, I need to repeat all/some of the core subjects required for medical school admissions.
I have been extremely involved in various clubs and organisations back in my university. Been the President of my faculty association. Done a lot of volunteering (non-health or non-medical related). Also volunteered in a health clinic overseas for 3 weeks for 5hrs/day in a 3rd world country. Whist studying, I have been working part-time as well. All my science subject include Lab work which is 3-4 hours per fortnight and some 3-4 hours a week. I however haven't shadowed a doctor or volunteer in a medical setting due to strict regulations in Australia.
I have decided to pursue medicine late in my degree so I have bit played myself during my first semesters and have to deal with family problem during my middle semesters however I have redeemed myself and have shown improvement in my last 2 semesters of University (A Bachelors is 3 years w/ 6 semesters in Australia)
Should enrol myself to an enhancement program (as my GPA is not that great) or to a career changer program (as I haven't met half of the required prerequisite for medical schools)?
Money isn't really a problem as long as it helps me get into medical school. I will be moving to California however willing to move states for better prospect / post baccalaureate program.
I need some help and guidance please. Which school should I consider applying and which program? Any recommendations?
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