In serious need of advice

[asli]

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hi guys,

so, i am a fourth year at a top ten institution, but my grades haven't been so hot. i have a 3.2 cum and a 3.0 science gpa at the moment. i haven't taken my mcat yet, but i was advised by my pre med advisor not to apply at all. what should i do???

 

[Bernoull]

hi guys,

so, i am a fourth year at a top ten institution, but my grades haven't been so hot. i have a 3.2 cum and a 3.0 science gpa at the moment. i haven't taken my mcat yet, but i was advised by my pre med advisor not to apply at all. what should i do???

more info needed ... what are the non-academic area of ur file like? When do u plan to apply? Have u taken all prereqs already? Are you interested in both MD n DO? How are u doing on mcat practice exams?

Just based solely on ur gpa, remediation will definitely help... postbac, getting As in a bunch science/math courses can bump that sGPA a little...

gotta provide more details...

 

[mammeor]

4 steps to success:

-practice practice practice for the mcat, don't waste your time on princeton review, just take as many practice exams as possible...

-strengthen your CV with extracurricular, research, volunteer, shadowing, post-bac classes... a strong resume makes you diverse and competitive...

-work hard this last year to bring up your gpa! consider both MD n DO programs

-if you put your heart into it and you are dedicated to becoming a physician, if you are passionate... don't listen to people saying that you can't do it! your advisor is probably just used to deal with people with 3.9cum/science and 36s MCATs because you come from a good school. Trust me, coming from a not-so-good school and being able to get interviews at both MD & DO with a 3.6cum/3.2sci 29MCAT and admitted to multiple DOs (waiting on MDs...) a strong CV truly differentiates you from the pack!

 

[TriagePreMed]

I suggest you don't apply either. 2-3 years work experience or a masters could make you a strong candidate.

 

[princekc]

4 steps to success:

-practice practice practice for the mcat, don't waste your time on princeton review, just take as many practice exams as possible...

-strengthen your CV with extracurricular, research, volunteer, shadowing, post-bac classes... a strong resume makes you diverse and competitive...

-work hard this last year to bring up your gpa! consider both MD n DO programs

-if you put your heart into it and you are dedicated to becoming a physician, if you are passionate... don't listen to people saying that you can't do it! your advisor is probably just used to deal with people with 3.9cum/science and 36s MCATs because you come from a good school. Trust me, coming from a not-so-good school and being able to get interviews at both MD & DO with a 3.6cum/3.2sci 29MCAT and admitted to multiple DOs (waiting on MDs...) a strong CV truly differentiates you from the pack!

...Agreed! A sincere advised!!

 

[DrYoda]

-practice practice practice for the mcat, don't waste your time on princeton review, just take as many practice exams as possible...

I generally agree with this, as long as you're familiar with the material. If you're not up to snuff on the science facts/concepts you need to know pick up a review book and go through that first.

 

[examsherpa]

Dear asli:

Overall it can be a stressful time, and I believe with the right resources and guidance you can achieve your goal of becoming a doctor. As a URM, having a 3.0 GPA would not preclude you from getting accepted into medical school. Without delving into a whole tirade on social inequalities, etc., medical schools look more at the applicant more holistically, and I agree with most of the comments given. It of course depends on the school you are applying to, and some place a higher emphasis on diversity.

So you are aware, I work mainly with the underrepresented premedical community, and I would gladly offer any advice in your path to medical school. I specialize in MCAT prep, and I currently am developing specialized programs for the URM population.

Regardless I wish you the best of luck, and please feel free to email me with any questions you may have. If I do not have the answer, I most certainly can guide you to the right resource.

Sincerely,
Sze
[email protected]

 

[touchadream]

hi guys,

so, i am a fourth year at a top ten institution, but my grades haven't been so hot. i have a 3.2 cum and a 3.0 science gpa at the moment. i haven't taken my mcat yet, but i was advised by my pre med advisor not to apply at all. what should i do???

Pre med advisor isn't an admission committee. Seriously. If you want this, do it. Show a turnaround on grades, get help and go after the MCAT like your life depends on it. You can do this. Or, do you want to end up as a pre-med advisor somewhere? If you feel it would help you personally a year doing somehting interesting might help you and them know you are serious. Not science, life.