Helpful info for PCOM hopefuls

[cliquesh]

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Hello,
Just to let you all know, PCOM "heavly weighs" post-bacc work, and they almost "consider it a second chance." But, I was also told, it is do-or-die. Meaning, if you messed up undergrade and post-bacc, you should look for a new career. The source of this info is primary. Hope this helps someone.

 

[jmk9k]

Thanks for the info! And I'm guessing this is referring to any type of post-bacc/SMP program-- not just PCOM's?

 

[DocInProgress]

PCOM also favors PA residents. More than 50% of their incoming class is from PA. In addition, I have seen many PA students with stats inferior than mine receiving interviews (NY resident here). So, you're given a boost if you live in PA.

 

[Sohcahtoa]

its always nice to read that all the work im putting in in my DIY postbacc is going to benefit me in the near future! now back to genetics...

 

[TexasTriathlete]

GA-PCOM seems to be the same way. The average age of matriculants at both schools is like 26-27, I think, or at least it was at one point. This suggests lots of non-trads who have done a post-bac.

 

[spazzz]

I'd almost think that's true with all schools concerning a post bacc. As for me, the PA resident thing, along with a 3.7 post bacc did nothing for me. First rejection from any school EVER.