How do I know where I want to apply?

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Any suggestions for any resources to help me know where I want to apply?
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You should always start with applying to all of your state schools and then use the MSAR to round out the rest of your list. :)
 
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Get the MSAR. The common advice is to look at the list of schools where your LizzyM score (GPA*10 + old MCAT equivalent score) is within two points above or below the school median. Those are your target schools. You can then also add a few from significantly above and below (reaches and "safeties" if there is such a thing in medical admissions).

For public schools, always check that they interview a decent number of out of state residents. Some are almost entirely dedicated only to instate residents.

You should also post your tentative list, a description of your extracurriculars, state residency, URM status if applicable, and your GPA and MCAT in the What Are My Chances forum.
 
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