How do I know where I want to apply?

[awkotaco]

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Any suggestions for any resources to help me know where I want to apply?
For MD and DO Schools 🙂

 

[desertdwellerx]

Both of these will probably be helpful !
https://services.aamc.org/msar/home#null
http://www.aacom.org/docs/default-source/cib/cib_web_full-publication.pdf?sfvrsn=38

 

[ciucia53]

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. 🙂

 

[efle]

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.

 

[Lucca]

In addition to the advice above, you might consider using @WedgeDawg 'S applicant rating system to help you make your school list.

https://forums.studentdoctor.net/threads/wedgedawgs-applicant-rating-system.1131149/