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Alright peeps, I just wanted to post my stats and get some feedback on how I should be feeling going into the application process. I'm applying this cycle coming up (2012 for 2013), and taking the MCAT Jan 27!

My GPA (based on Excel functions)

cGPA: 3.51
sGPA: 3.69
nsGPA: 3.32

I received an A.A. at a community college (cGPA of 3.02) have transferred since with a cGPA of 3.91 for the last 70 credit hours.

I've also been working in the ER as an ER tech for almost two years.

Have published in a undergraduate journal and have giving multiple poster presentations (hopefully I'll publish once more prior to applying).

This might be really stupid, but the only school that I'm planing on applying to is KCUMB...and that's because my wife has a good job that we don't want to lose by moving away, especially in this economy.

Any feedback would help, Thank!
 
You're applying now to matriculate in the fall of 2013 and you haven't taken the MCAT? That is not ideal. Have you submitted your primary to AACOMAS? Do you have your bachelor's? How are your letters of recommendation? The ER Tech is a great thing to have on your CV; any other volunteering (doesn't have to be medically related, per se)?

Once your application is complete, I would say that (depending on your MCAT) you have a decent chance. The only suggestion I'd make is to broaden your net, so to speak, when it comes to schools. If you're serious about being a doctor, apply broadly. If you are not 100% sure and would do it only if you could go to KCUMB, then apply there. I hear you about the economy, etc. My wife and I were separated for a while until she found a new job but it can be done. When my wife moved jobs she got a promotion and a substantial raise.

Good luck.
 
I might be mistaken, but isn't a bachelor's required for acceptance into pretty much all medical schools?
 
OP, I think your username has thrown some people off here... lol. If you're applying next year, then you're fine.

If I were you, I'd apply to nearby schools as well... maybe KCOM? It's quite the risk applying ot only one school. Either that, or boost up that GPA a little, kill your MCAT, and apply to some of the allo schools in KC as well.
 
Applying to only one school is like putting all your chickens in a basket. Or something like that. What if you don't like the vibe? I understand uprooting your wife is hard from a job that pays well, but what's the point if you're not even accepted?
 
WaffleDoc said:
I might be mistaken, but isn't a bachelor's required for acceptance into pretty much all medical schools?
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This?

I'm not sure...maybe as long as he does the prereqs he's okay? But I could have sworn you need a bachelors degree to matriculate.

But OP, assuming an AA is okay, you should be fine for DO schools pending a good MCAT score (~27). You could be competitive for MD schools with a 32+ MCAT. But first, I would DEFINITELY affirm with multiple medical schools admissions' that an associates is acceptable.
 
Sorry for the confusing guys, but I'm not applying this cycle. I'm applying next cycle, which opens May 2012. My username implies the wrong idea. I had a kid last year, so I couldn't prepare for the current cycle.

I will hold bachelors prior to matriculation and I have considered applying to the allopathic schools around here. Ultimately I want to practice medicine...initially I thought osteopathic medicine was really special, but working with MDs and DOs, I really don't see any significant difference. I was really sad to see that DOs don't really practice osteopathy at all. But I would still like to be exposed to the osteopathic philosophy (hopefully there is a difference, and not just a marketing tool used by the schools).


racerwad: I used to volunteer at my old high school (created nutritional and strength & conditioning profiles for the football team...I'm a certified personal trainer), sports medicine volunteer for a local semi-pro football team (taping, caring for minor injuries, first aid, etc.), meals on wheels with local hospital, and spend time with dying patents that don't otherwise have family members/friends (it's a program called NODA, no one dies alone). I also co-founded the pre-med club at my school, which I am the president for. And recently became a BLS instructor!

I've really been working my tail off to look good on the application. This is really significant to my family, I moved from Kurdistan, Iraq when I was 9 years-old. My parents have never attend school, and not by choice, but because they didn't have the opportunity that we have in this country. Don't take anything for granted, this country is heaven compared to the rest of the world and don't forget it.


Love the feedback!
 
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Class of 2016 said:
Sorry for the confusing guys, but I'm not applying this cycle. I'm applying next cycle, which opens May 2012. My username implies the wrong idea. I had a kid last year, so I couldn't prepare for the current cycle.

I will hold bachelors prior to matriculation and I have considered applying to the allopathic schools around here. Ultimately I want to practice medicine...initially I thought osteopathic medicine was really special, but working with MDs and DOs, I really don't see any significant difference. I was really sad to see that DOs don't really practice osteopathy at all. But I would still like to be exposed to the osteopathic philosophy (hopefully there is a difference, and not just a marketing tool used by the schools).

I've really been working my tail off to look good on the application. This is really significant to my family, I moved from Kurdistan, Iraq when I was 9 years-old. My parents have never attend school, and not by choice, but because they didn't have the opportunity that we have in this country. Don't take anything for granted, this country is heaven compared to the rest of the world and don't forget it.
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You seem like a smart man. It's good to see that you notice there's not really a difference anymore between the DO and MD philosophies... they've merged over time and both practice and/or at least appreciate the same principles. Medicine is medicine.

And the last paragraph is VERY well put. Amidst all the whining and complaining about the country's current state (there is a lot to complain about), we should start appreciating the little things we do have and take for granted BECAUSE we live in the USA.

Sorry, I'm not a huge patriot or anything... but seeing all these ridiculous protests on TV just drives me up the wall.
 
Iliketoytles said:
... but seeing all these ridiculous protests on TV just drives me up the wall.
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That makes two of us. Our country may not be perfect, but dangit, if someone is willing to put in the work, they can become whatever they want to here.

To the OP, as long as your MCAT is 26+, you've got an excellent chance of getting in to DO school. Get a 29+, and you should try MD too, if you don't mind going that route.
 
Based off the thread title, I was expecting a picture. 😛
 
Class of 2016 said:
Sorry for the confusing guys, but I'm not applying this cycle. I'm applying next cycle, which opens May 2012. My username implies the wrong idea. I had a kid last year, so I couldn't prepare for the current cycle.

I will hold bachelors prior to matriculation and I have considered applying to the allopathic schools around here. Ultimately I want to practice medicine...initially I thought osteopathic medicine was really special, but working with MDs and DOs, I really don't see any significant difference. I was really sad to see that DOs don't really practice osteopathy at all. But I would still like to be exposed to the osteopathic philosophy (hopefully there is a difference, and not just a marketing tool used by the schools).


racerwad: I used to volunteer at my old high school (created nutritional and strength & conditioning profiles for the football team...I'm a certified personal trainer), sports medicine volunteer for a local semi-pro football team (taping, caring for minor injuries, first aid, etc.), meals on wheels with local hospital, and spend time with dying patents that don't otherwise have family members/friends (it's a program called NODA, no one dies alone). I also co-founded the pre-med club at my school, which I am the president for. And recently became a BLS instructor!

I've really been working my tail off to look good on the application. This is really significant to my family, I moved from Kurdistan, Iraq when I was 9 years-old. My parents have never attend school, and not by choice, but because they didn't have the opportunity that we have in this country. Don't take anything for granted, this country is heaven compared to the rest of the world and don't forget it.


Love the feedback!
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Sometimes but not always. This really depends on the doctor and type of medicine. I was at an OMM office this summer and it pretty much defined osteopathic medicine for me, but then I was in the ER with MD's and DO's and you couldn't tell the difference.


Ps. congrats on all your hard work and absolute best of luck with your applications
 
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