E.D with mediocre grades?

[Medic171]

At the risk of sounding like "am I good enough?", I just wondered if you all think that applying E.D. to MSUCOM is a bad idea with appx. 3.4 average, 3 years paramedic experience, great do rec, mediocre academic recs. I take the MCAT next April so I do not know my scores, but I would guess mediocre like 8-10's. what are your opinions?

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[Wasabi]

What's the advantage of applying to an Early Decision Program? Doesn't it require an applicant to have higher qualifications?

 

[Wasabi]

Oh yeah, if your grades are "mediocre" and you are uncertain if your MCATs will be stellar, I suggest applying under the regular admissions program. It allows you to gain acceptance as early as October and it gives you the option to retake your MCATS in August.

 

[Aloha Kid]

Medic171,

Your credentials sound pretty good with your background. I would suggest trying to find better letters from science faculty. Even if you can only find one stellar letter, it would be great. Perhaps you might have to retake a course at school or something and just really get to know the teacher well and also do well.

As far as early decision. I can see it happening as long as you have better science recs. and your MCAT is at least 30 and above.

For now, I would focus on the science recs. and also nailing the MCAT. You have a lot of time to study. Pick up some review material and hit it hard.