Georgetown SMP vs. Drexel IMS?

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I'm trying to decide between both post-bac programs. What do you guys think???

One advantage to Georgetown is you get a Master's after only 1 year whereas you need 2 years at Drexel.

But the advantage at Drexel is you only need a 3.0 gpa to get a guaranteed interview at Drexel Med whereas you need a 3.5 at Gtown to get an interview at Gtown Med.

Any thoughts from current/past students in either of these programs would be greatly appreciated! 🙂
 
Why not try Finch's AP program where you get a gauranteed interview and a master's in 1 yr. Get a 2.96 GPA and you have a great shot of an acceptance.
 
Well, I don't know what I would do. I did the MSP and IMS years at Drexel as my MCAT scores were weak coming out of college. So for me, it was a no brainer as I didn't have an option. Two of my good friends did the GTown program and both got into allo schools as did I. I also visited them a couple of times in DC while in Philly and we discussed the programs.

GTown is more expensive in tution and in cost of living. Drexel is cheaper in both those regards but Philly is not anywhere as nice as DC.

I think the big issue is: how is your application prior to entering the post-Bacc? The thing that most people don't consider when going to a post-Bacc is that there is ususually something in your application that needs fixing and most schools want to see a whole year of change. For example: if you have a 3.2 undergrad GPA and your MCAT scores are good, then med schools will usually want to see a whole year of post-Bacc performance (grades) to judge your file. If not a whole year, then you are simply applying with the same application that you had as an undergrad and maybe one semester of new grades.

The theory behind the two years of the Drexel IMS program is to give yourself a year of academics then apply while doing research. Whereas iin contrast is possible to complete a year long post-Bacc and not get in that year and you will need to reapply. I think GTown kids who don't get in can return to do a year of research, but I am not sure.

The key is to do very well in whatever path you choose. You must be able to handle the large volume of material and at a faster pace than undergrad.

Personally, I considered transfering after my first year at Drexel to go to the GTown program as I had always wanted to live in DC. But I ruled it out after considering my financial situation and that I was already known to the program office.

Best of luck and PM me questions if you like.
WISC-ite
 
WISC-ite,
I sent you a PM. I have questions for you about the MSP programs. Thanks!
 
WISC-ite,

I sent you another PM!

thanks your input was helpful!
 
thanks for your advises, they were very helpful. If you have time, I would appreciate if you answer more of my questions. I already PM them to you. Thank you!!!
 
bump!

thanks for the info Wisc....i'll PM you when i get a chance.....
 
Here is my advice since I did the program last year:

The drexel IMS (not MSP & IMS) program is only good at getting people into drexel unless your a great applicant who did not need the program..then of course you will just make your case stronger for the other schools. Most people will tell you that is not true, but I am giving you the real stats from other students with the program last year.

The GT SMP program costs more, however if you want to go somewhere other than drexel then that is your best bet....

PM if you need more info.
 
I'd like to ask your opinion about this:
Should a new graduate (May 2003) who will enroll in the Georgetown SMP apply to med schools this summer? While the med schools will know that the student is going to the SMP they won't have any information on the student's performance.

So, if someone is attending the SMP starting in Fall 2003, is it better for them to apply to med schools in summer of 2004 when they have grades from SMP?

Thanks in advance.
 
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