I’m a MS1 who was track 1, the MCAT track, in DPMS and also one of the TAs for the program. I work closely with Dr. Núñez still and some of the other TAs to aid in DPMS success. I can tell everyone that this year, the DPMS class as a whole has done well and is outperforming any other previous DPMS class.
Hi I’m highly considering applying to this. But I’m in a weird predicament. Currently I have an MCAT high enough that I guess I wouldn’t be placed in track 1 if accepted, however with a subsection that is 122😵. I’m hearing that you need a 123 at least in each section to matriculate. Would that still be applicable to those like me who might not placed in track 1, but with a subsection less than 123? I hope that made sense.
You may have read this already, but it doesn’t hurt to just clarify. It is a requirement to have a 123 in each section of the test as well as a score off 499 or above to be exempt from being placed in track 1, the MCAT track. If you do not have it, that’s ok.
@Zooba97 has done an excellent job explaining things despite being busy at their school.
You will be over prepared for the bio section due to the biochemistry class. The Princeton Review course is 3x a week for 2 hours. Students must take their first attempt of the MCAT during January and are allowed a second attempt after that. The second exam must be taken by the end of march, and most people do their second attempt during spring break, the last week of March. The vast majority of track 1 succeeds with their score on the first attempt.
Ohh so track 2 is basically for people who wants a guaranteed acceptance.
Everyone in DPMS has a guaranteed acceptance into the school and a spot in the next year’s class. The only hard and fast rule is to get a 3.2 GPA and a 499 MCAT with a 123 in each subsection. No exceptions
Do they help you bring up your MCAT scores.
Yes, you are placed in a Princeton Review course and are required to take several practice MCATs throughout the year. You will learn how to study and use practice material very well because of the nature of the program, and so you can transfer those skills to MCAT prep.
That makes me feel a lot better because I may have to retake while in the program. Can you find out how they are liking the program? Is it doable? Which medical school did you end up choosing, if you don’t mind
I can tell you from my experience, honestly, it was the hardest year of my life academically, psychologically, and emotionally. I speak with the current DPMS students, and though I may not be able to speak for everyone, I know the general consensus is that it’s hard and draining. Remember that this is a marathon and not a race. You will have a lot of resources to make sure that you do as best as you can. You will be given a big, you will have me still and the other TAs, you will have Dr. Núñez and Dr. McCrea, and you will have the professors’ aid.
Any update on application status for anyone?
I would be as patient as possible. Right now the office is busy with the 4th years and their residency apps as well as the 2nd years getting ready for step 1. Sometimes what is written on the site is a little off, but you will definitely be given a notice on a decision at some point. It will definitely not be a fast process. It sometimes a very slow and very frustrating thing, but I can tell you, use this time to make yourself a better applicant for not only DPMS but also med schools in general.
Does anyone know if you could defer to the following year if you were To get accepted.
People have been given the opportunity to defer but that’s after they’ve already started. It’s usually for very unique circumstances. I believe that they want to make sure that everyone who can use the opportunity presently is given the chance.
A little weird but I’m pretty sure my older cousin is at your school! He’s MS3 though and he told me to do this program. Thank you so much for all your info even though you didn’t attend the program. I have 3.3 GPA and 499 MCAT. I already submitted my app for this program back on 10/1 and submitted all docs by 10/13, I hope I can get in.
But you mentioned something about being locked in? Is it possible to still apply for medical school this summer for fall 2021? Or will I have to attend Drexel’s if I am accepted into DPMS and able to matriculate? I’m retaking my MCAT in May and I will definitely score better on it. I am from Texas and would rather stay here because it is so cheap and I may not be able to afford an expensive school like Drexel.
I am from Texas. I was applying to med schools at the same time as I applied to DPMS. I recommend completing your TMDSAS, AMCAS, and DPMS application all and seeing what happens. I can definitely say that it is expensive over here, but if becoming a physician is your dream, then please consider this opportunity as an investment in your success and future. Ask yourself, “are you worth the investment?” I’m sure that you will say yes because you are.
Since DPMS is a special linkage program, you are locked into the following year’s incoming class at the condition of meeting the requirements of contract. You may not apply to other programs while in DPMS, which is a stipulation of the contract.
Hey all, does anyone know if they still consider you for DPMS if you are accepted to the alternate masters program you are required to fill out an application for? I REALLY want to get into DPMS, and I’m just afraid that my agreement to enroll to the MBS Program will affect my application review process for DPMS!!
They do!
Good luck everyone!!
