Sure! My MCAT score was a 486 and my current GPA is a 3.2.
Thank you so much for sharing! I’m def going to take your advice! 🙏🏾
Yes, all 3rd year rotations are in Cleveland and the surrounding areas.
Yup all third year rotations are in the Cleveland area. 4th year is when you get the chance to go out to different areas if you choose.
Congratulations!!! It is good to be nervous but let me start by saying don't be nervous! I know it is easier said than done but the interview process is more about getting to know you as a person rather then grilling you.
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Can I ask how are you performing academically? I had 3.7 cGPA and 487 mcat and was kinda worried if pod med school would be a struggle (I don’t like to think that mcat determines if ima pass board etc)
When I first started I was told that pod school is very different from undergrad. When you start school everyone is pretty much starting at the same level. sure some people might have more experience then others but in terms of learning the material everyone starts out together. There are people who have 4.0 from undergrad who do really well but but there are others who don't do as well. The same goes for just the opposite, people with a lower gpa might end up doing really well! The mcat does not determine how you will preform on the boards. It might give you an indication on how well you do taking exams but the material is very different. To me the mcat is about can you take an exam and boards is more about do you know the material.
No excuse for that score. You could make a premed take it, who's never prepped for the MCAT before, and they'll score a 487.
I definitely don’t think I gave it my best. Thanks for your input
My bio gpa was 3.78
I was just curious if there’s a correlation between mcat and pod med school gpaYou're fine with those GPAs.My bio gpa was 3.78
My science cGPA was 3.51
But thanks for your input! Fyi, I got multiple acceptances
I had a hiking trail right behind my college and it was a major lifesaver for me in times of stress.I'm in my 4th year but figured I'd answer--Hi! Not sure if you're still watching this thread, but I plan to apply to Kent soon! I'm thinking it's going to be my top choice, so I have a few questions:
1. Is attendance mandatory (disregarding any COVID disruptions)?
2. Do you feel good about your choice in school? What do you like/dislike about Kent as opposed to other schools you might hear about?
3. Hiking is 100% my biggest stress reliever and I'm curious to know if there are any hiking/walking trails close to the school! Bonus points if you know how close the nearest one is
4. What are your relationships like with other students? Are there a lot of clubs to participate in?
Thank you!! I feel like Kent would be a really great place for meI'm in my 4th year but figured I'd answer--
1. Most classes don't have mandatory attendance. Some pod focused classes do. Need to be there if there are presentations, quizzes, exams, etc.
2. Yes. Laid back, supportive staff. Overall pretty fun. Felt like I was pretty well prepared for externships/rotations. Not a cut throat environment.
3. Lots of hiking nearby. Tons of metro parks that are close. Cuyahoga Falls/Akron/Cleveland has a lot of trails. There is a towpath within ~5 min of the school (towards Canal Rd).
4. Good relationships with other students. It gets better as the years progress. Big class sizes so plenty of opportunity to find the group you fit in best with. Lots of clubs. Lots of extracurricular activities. Running clubs and other active groups.
Let me know if you have any other questions! Good luck
) I've heard a lot about it being a really friendly environment, which also sounds nice. And I LOVE that there's a towpath that close! Thanks again!
No, I meant opportunities for podiaty students to work in other countries (perhaps see pathologies that may not be as common in the US)
My year it was cancelled due to COVID, but Kent sends some students to Italy (99% sure it’s Italy anyway) to work with an alumni podiatrist there.
