how much can MCAT help really?

[lazyindy]

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if an applicant has around a 3.4-3.5 gpa, how much can an MCAT score of 39+ help in admissions to top 20 medical schools? Assuming outstanding personal statement and good EC's.

 

[gimghoul]

if an applicant has around a 3.4-3.5 gpa, how much can an MCAT score of 39+ help in admissions to top 20 medical schools? Assuming outstanding personal statement and good EC's.

I had a 3.3 and a 39+, and I matriculated to a top 20 school.

 

[lazyindy]

i had a 3.3 and a 39+, and i matriculated to a top 20 school.

urm?

 

[gimghoul]

urm?

What is your question? A good MCAT forgives quite a bit.

 

[littlelight]

What is your question? A good MCAT forgives quite a bit.

They want to know if you are considered a underrepresented minority.

 

[gimghoul]

They want to know if you are considered a underrepresented minority.

Middle class white dude from the burbs.

 

[PM504]

Middle class white dude from the burbs.

What else beside your MCAT score helped you get in?👍