Low MCAT and natural concerns with admissions

[NeuroticPremed]

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Hey everyone, I'm new to this forum so if I write anything that's inappropriate please let me know.
I've noticed there's a pretty strong and encouraging group of people here so I'd like to bring up my "typical" concerns about a low MCAT score (which I just found out last Friday) with respect of admissions.
Here's a brief overview of my stats, please let me know where I stand and what hope I have:

- Cum. GPA: 3.81 Sci: 3.89 Non-Sci: 3.76
- MCAT: 22Q PS: 7, VR: 9, BS:6
- Current president of a number of student groups
- Member of a couple of distinguished honor societies
- Have worked in research labs
- Have had some volunteer and plenty of shadowing experiences

I guess my main concern is the pretty low science MCAT scores and how much of a detriment its going to be with my applications.
I'm going to mail out the remainder of my secondaries this weekend since I was told that most schools wouldn't look at my application until the August MCAT results are out (only took it once).

Alright, that's it for my ranting. Thanks in advance for any advice or support!

 

[deistobmore05]

Hey there,

I'm sorry for your disappointment. I received a 23L on my MCAT last April so I know how you feel. However, your GPA is outstanding, so that should overlook your score. Usually if you have both a GPA and MCAT score that's low then you should start to worry. Your MCAT score isn't too bad though!

 

[OSUdoc08]

Hey everyone, I'm new to this forum so if I write anything that's inappropriate please let me know.
I've noticed there's a pretty strong and encouraging group of people here so I'd like to bring up my "typical" concerns about a low MCAT score (which I just found out last Friday) with respect of admissions.
Here's a brief overview of my stats, please let me know where I stand and what hope I have:

- Cum. GPA: 3.81 Sci: 3.89 Non-Sci: 3.76
- MCAT: 22Q PS: 7, VR: 9, BS:6
- Current president of a number of student groups
- Member of a couple of distinguished honor societies
- Have worked in research labs
- Have had some volunteer and plenty of shadowing experiences

I guess my main concern is the pretty low science MCAT scores and how much of a detriment its going to be with my applications.
I'm going to mail out the remainder of my secondaries this weekend since I was told that most schools wouldn't look at my application until the August MCAT results are out (only took it once).

Alright, that's it for my ranting. Thanks in advance for any advice or support!

I believe you would be admitted to some of the private and newer osteopathic medical schools.

To be admitted to the state schools and well established private schools, you need at minimum of 8 in each section.

There are always exceptions to the rule, so go ahead and apply---you have nothing to lose but money, and you're going to be a doctor----so it really doesn't matter.

Bottom line: I've seen people admitted to DO schools with similar or lower stats. Your exceptional GPA may actually cause some schools to overlook the MCAT (especially since you have a good verbal score.)

 

[patho]

I would say you could potentially get into a DO school. Just apply to a good mix of schools and make sure your secondaries are error free. Your GPA is awesome and it will really stand out on your application and make up for your slightly lower science scores. Good luck!

 

[Nate]

I think you need to re-take the MCRAP. I know it sucks but in reality grade inflation is a huge issue now-a-days and so the question on my mind is if you are dedicated enough to get mostly As in college courses and know your sciences well enough for that GPA why did you score less than average on the standardized test? You * may * squeak in somewhere but the odds are against you. Buckle down and study hard for the next MCRAP, the amount of studying you will do for that stupid test is the amount of studying you will be doing daily in medical school so get used to it, good luck..

 

[drgreeneatutk]

Hey everyone, I'm new to this forum so if I write anything that's inappropriate please let me know.
I've noticed there's a pretty strong and encouraging group of people here so I'd like to bring up my "typical" concerns about a low MCAT score (which I just found out last Friday) with respect of admissions.
Here's a brief overview of my stats, please let me know where I stand and what hope I have:

- Cum. GPA: 3.81 Sci: 3.89 Non-Sci: 3.76
- MCAT: 22Q PS: 7, VR: 9, BS:6
- Current president of a number of student groups
- Member of a couple of distinguished honor societies
- Have worked in research labs
- Have had some volunteer and plenty of shadowing experiences

I guess my main concern is the pretty low science MCAT scores and how much of a detriment its going to be with my applications.
I'm going to mail out the remainder of my secondaries this weekend since I was told that most schools wouldn't look at my application until the August MCAT results are out (only took it once).

Alright, that's it for my ranting. Thanks in advance for any advice or support!

Hey OP,

I have the exact same (22Q) MCAT score with the exact same breakdown in each section. I took the april exam from this year and decided not to retake the MCAT until next april if need be. However the need wont be!! I have had two interviews thus far and one acceptance (I'll know the decision of my second interview the first week of Nov.) My GPA is good bit below yours and my EC's look similar to yours except I haven't done any research. I'm assuming since you mentioned that you are sending out secondaries that this isn't a "should I even apply" question but just a "I need some support" post. Well by no means will I (or any of us on here) tell you you'll defintely get in, but you certinly have a very decent shot. Just send out your secondaries cross your fingers and plan on retaking the MCAT next april if you don't get in. Remain Hopeful, it makes the time pass more easily.

 

[FutureDocDO]

Hey drgreeneatutk. I see that you're accepted to PCSOM. Congrats! Could you tell me if you are an in-state resident or not? I am waiting to hear from them as an out-of-state resident. I've heard they interview in-state applicants first. Thanks.

 

[Raven Feather]

I have a 22N (7,7, 8 BS) over all 3.76, science 3.75 and already had 1 interview, and have 3 others. Now, that is not to say I will get accepted--but I hope so!

FutureDoc,

I am not an in-state resident and have an interview 11/19 but I also included in my secondary that I had family in KY.

 

[Dorkus Maximus]

It's all good! I had very similar stats, 23Q (PS: 7, VR: 9, BS:7) on the MCAT and a 3.8 or so overall GPA, same amount/type of extra-C's. I've had two interviews so far, LECOM-Erie and Touro-NV. LECOM focused more on my life experiences and didn't even mention my GPA or MCAT at the interview. Touro-NV on the other hand asked me a lot of questions regarding my coursework and MCAT.

I am currently trying to decide if I should go interview at Des Moines. I just received an interview invite today, but 20 minutes prior to that, I mailed my acceptance deposit at LECOM! 😳

I'm sure you'll get some interviews and acceptances! Relax good luck!

 

[Raven Feather]

It's all good! I had very similar stats, 23Q (PS: 7, VR: 9, BS:7) on the MCAT and a 3.8 or so overall GPA, same amount/type of extra-C's. I've had two interviews so far, LECOM-Erie and Touro-NV. LECOM focused more on my life experiences and didn't even mention my GPA or MCAT at the interview. Touro-NV on the other hand asked me a lot of questions regarding my coursework and MCAT.

I am currently trying to decide if I should go interview at Des Moines. I just received an interview invite today, but 20 minutes prior to that, I mailed my acceptance deposit at LECOM! 😳

I'm sure you'll get some interviews and acceptances! Relax good luck!

Which pathway did you pick?

 

[Dorkus Maximus]

Which pathway did you pick?

I went with the LDP. I have taken a few independent learning courses and found that I always find something better to do - be it laundry, chores, golf, etc. etc. So I narrowed it down to the PBL or the LDP. Coming from a non-science background, I thought the LDP was definitely the best match for me!

 

[Raven Feather]

I went with the LDP. I have taken a few independent learning courses and found that I always find something better to do - be it laundry, chores, golf, etc. etc. So I narrowed it down to the PBL or the LDP. Coming from a non-science background, I thought the LDP was definitely the best match for me!

Hey, what ever works for you! I picked PBL as first choice and ISP as second. I do better more independently and at the same time like group discussion.

 

[Dorkus Maximus]

Hey, what ever works for you! I picked PBL as first choice and ISP as second. I do better more independently and at the same time like group discussion.

It's great that LECOM offers the option for us to learn however we do best! See you there next fall!!!

 

[Donvb]

Hey everyone, I'm new to this forum so if I write anything that's inappropriate please let me know.
I've noticed there's a pretty strong and encouraging group of people here so I'd like to bring up my "typical" concerns about a low MCAT score (which I just found out last Friday) with respect of admissions.
Here's a brief overview of my stats, please let me know where I stand and what hope I have:

- Cum. GPA: 3.81 Sci: 3.89 Non-Sci: 3.76
- MCAT: 22Q PS: 7, VR: 9, BS:6
- Current president of a number of student groups
- Member of a couple of distinguished honor societies
- Have worked in research labs
- Have had some volunteer and plenty of shadowing experiences

I guess my main concern is the pretty low science MCAT scores and how much of a detriment its going to be with my applications.
I'm going to mail out the remainder of my secondaries this weekend since I was told that most schools wouldn't look at my application until the August MCAT results are out (only took it once).

Alright, that's it for my ranting. Thanks in advance for any advice or support!

I got a 21 P on the MCAT, and have gotten four interviews and an acceptance to WVSOM... I guess that shows that if you get your foot in the door with your MCAT(which i must be close to not getting it in ) then they look at EC's, lab work, health experience, life experiences, and finally, a solid interview... Good luck and apply to tons of schools! I applied to every one, except Ohio and Texas

 

[LTrain1]

can I ask what kind of schools you guys went to for undergrad where you were able to get a 3.8 but score so low on the mcat. It seems like doing well on the mcat and doing well in classes must have some overlap since they are both testing science knowledge.

 

[Doctor Bagel]

can I ask what kind of schools you guys went to for undergrad where you were able to get a 3.8 but score so low on the mcat. It seems like doing well on the mcat and doing well in classes must have some overlap science they are both testing science knowledge.

maybe there's some overlap, but the mcat's not primarily a knowledge-based test. knowing the stuff is maybe 1/2 of being successful. i firmly believe a person could have a very solid grasp on the material and still do poorly just because they have trouble with the format or with standardized tests in general.

 

[Dorkus Maximus]

can I ask what kind of schools you guys went to for undergrad where you were able to get a 3.8 but score so low on the mcat. It seems like doing well on the mcat and doing well in classes must have some overlap science they are both testing science knowledge.

I'm a non-trad with a degree in Business. I took my MCAT without any O-Chem, and during the second semesters of Physics, Biology, and Chemistry. I was working 45 hours a week and taking 17 credits. I thought my class grades were more important than the MCAT (I could always take it again). Needless to say, I didn't have a whole lot of time to study and what little time I did have, I spent doing homework for my classes.

So I guess your assumption is correct that there is overlap, since I did decent (although lower than I had hoped) on the MCAT without studying for it. My GPA is OK because I spent time on my classes rather than preparing for the MCAT. I wish I had more time so I could have had a higher score, but it just wasn't in the cards! 🙂

 

[Raven Feather]

can I ask what kind of schools you guys went to for undergrad where you were able to get a 3.8 but score so low on the mcat. It seems like doing well on the mcat and doing well in classes must have some overlap science they are both testing science knowledge.

No, actually the MCAT doesn't just test knowledge of the sciences. Have you taken it? Just curious. I go to my state's public school, and am at the top of my class. I didn't have money to take a prep course, I work, go to school, have a family and studied all I could and I come from a socioeconomically disadvantaged background. There are more variable to the outcome of the MCAT than just knowledge of the sciences.

 

[Dorkus Maximus]

maybe there's some overlap, but the mcat's not primarily a knowledge-based test. knowing the stuff is maybe 1/2 of being successful. i firmly believe a person could have a very solid grasp on the material and still do poorly just because they have trouble with the format or with standardized tests in general.

Totally agree with you! Do people who take those Kaplan scores and raise their numbers some absurd amount (15 points or so) really gain that much understanding of the material? Granted, they probably do learn a lot, I believe the biggest aspect of the point gain is learning how to "take" the test. Just a theory! 😉

 

[Raven Feather]

On a different note, why is it that when someone has a low GPA and a High MCAT no one questions it?

 

[Donvb]

Totally agree with you! Do people who take those Kaplan scores and raise their numbers some absurd amount (15 points or so) really gain that much understanding of the material? Granted, they probably do learn a lot, I believe the biggest aspect of the point gain is learning how to "take" the test. Just a theory! 😉

I wish I could agree with you seeing how I didn't do that well on the MCAT exam...

But... I feel that a person that scored around five points higher than me on the MCAT probably DID have a better grasp on his general Biology, chemistry, and physics than I did. This test statistically does do a fairly good job of estimating your skill in these areas, not that this has much to do with your skill as a physician...

Learning how to "take" the test is important I would guess(didn't ever figure that out), but learning the material would also increase one's score by a considerable amount... I got two 27's and a 28 on my three practice exams, literally the week before the exam in April... And then got a 21 on the real exam, talk about choking!! I don't have any excuses, I just did bad...

I hope they take me for who I am and what I'm about, rather than my score on a standardized test... And I think Osteopathic schools do, so aren't I lucky

 

[Nate]

How about testing your work ethic and commitment to study and get the job done? Everyone faces some adversity but you have to face it and get by in med school. The licensing boards are standardized tests also and guess what, no matter what your med school GPA is if you don’t pass those boards you will not practice medicine in this country. I am not saying that everyone who gets in should have high scores because of course there are other factors that can show your quality but ridiculously low scores are another story. I am playing devil’s advocate a bit here just to show you what the perspective might be from the school that is considering accepting you. I am sure you can make a great physician even with a low MCRAP. If you can convince them that you will get the job done despite your poor performance in undergrad/MCAT then more power to you, but in reality, it’s anecdotal to mention people who get in with these low scores. There is always someone willing to work harder if you aren’t.

 

[Raven Feather]

How about testing your work ethic and commitment to study and get the job done? Everyone faces some adversity but you have to face it and get by in med school. The licensing boards are standardized tests also and guess what, no matter what your med school GPA is if you don’t pass those boards you will not practice medicine in this country. I am not saying that everyone who gets in should have high scores because of course there are other factors that can show your quality but ridiculously low scores are another story. I am playing devil’s advocate a bit here just to show you what the perspective might be from the school that is considering accepting you. I am sure you can make a great physician even with a low MCRAP. If you can convince them that you will get the job done despite your poor performance in undergrad/MCAT then more power to you, but in reality, it’s anecdotal to mention people who get in with these low scores. There is always someone willing to work harder if you aren’t.

Now Nate, as usual, you do have a valid point---but some people have a bit more adversity than others (not that they should be given things) on this road to get to the point of med school. I, for one, will be in a better financial perdicament, and won't have to work in med school---that a lone will take a huge load off me!! I brought up the disadvantaged status because, they, just as URMs, statistically score lower on the MCAT--for whatever reason, be it cultural or social in etiology.

 

[Donvb]

How about testing your work ethic and commitment to study and get the job done?.. There is always someone willing to work harder if you aren’t.

I agree that admissions committee's should look into your application, including your GPA, MCAT, EC's, and other life experiences to see your "work ethic" and "commitment." Although, I firmly believe you find more evidence of these qualities outside of one standardized test.. Like in the things you involve yourself in, accomplish, and desire during life... And, fortunately for the people that don't have a "work ethic" and "commitment to study," Osteopathic schools look outside of these two numbers...

I believe that is why Osteopathic Medical schools supply such an outstanding crop of Family Physicians to the workforce, because of the ability to look past the two numbers... just my two cents...(ok, maybe three)

 

[Nate]

As I said, scoring low is one thing but scoring so low that it appears you blew off the test is another. With GPA at least you may not have known you wanted to go to med school or whatever and screwed up but later redeemed yourself (this is the key, redeeming yourself) but with the MCRAP you knew the goal going in. Of course appearances are deceiving and people do get in with those low scores because they were able to show the school that they can do the job despite the low score but that is anecdotal and a difficult thing to do. It is also where DO schools seem to be more forgiving for the most part.

Sure, other areas of your application can show your work ethic and commitment, but if you are so hard working and committed why would you “blow off” the MCAT? It doesn’t answer the question.

As for working while in Med school, I hate the word impossible but I will say very very improbable. There is just not enough time in the day. For us poor people there are plenty of loans to burry ourselves in.

This is just my opinion and I prefer to give to be what I feel is good advice as brutal as it may seem than support an idea that anyone can get into medical school with a good story.

Anyway, there is no point in arguing opinions, I wish the OP good luck and to all of you because for the most part I would like most SDNers as colleagues.

 

[FutureDocDO]

On a different note, why is it that when someone has a low GPA and a High MCAT no one questions it?

Exactly. IMO, success in medical requires CONSISTENT hard work. The same goes for everything in life. Your success as a doctor doesn't depend on a day's worth of good work. Rather, it requires doing your best on a long term basis.

 

[LTrain1]

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[LTrain1]

Exactly. IMO, success in medical requires CONSISTENT hard work. The same goes for everything in life. Your success as a doctor doesn't depend on a day's worth of good work. Rather, it requires doing your best on a long term basis.

this analysis is so bad I don't even know how to explain it to you. Maybe you did bad on the MCAT because you treated it as a one day thing instead of working hard for months studying all the time. Whenever I hear someone give the old, "one day's performance shouldn't matter in med school admissions" I can only laugh. For people who did well it was months of hard work and dedication that happened to be tested on one day

 

[Dorkus Maximus]

this analysis is so bad I don't even know how to explain it to you. Maybe you did bad on the MCAT because you treated it as a one day thing instead of working hard for months studying all the time. Whenever I hear someone give the old, "one day's performance shouldn't matter in med school admissions" I can only laugh. For people who did well it was months of hard work and dedication that happened to be tested on one day

I agree that the MCAT is important, but it definitely shouldn't be the only factor in deciding whether someone gets into medical school or not. There are some people, me included, who simply do not have the time and/or resources to take a prep. class or study constantly for months on end. We work full time, we go to school, we volunteer, we take care of our families, and we somehow manage to sqeeze in a time to study a little for the MCAT on our lunch breaks. Granted I wish I would have done better, but under the circumstances, it just wasn't possible. I could have taken a semester off, quit my job, and put my family on the backburner so I could study for a test that, in essence, (if you get accepted) is meaningless. Kind of like the SAT or ACT after you were accepted to college.

I chose what was most important to me. If doing great on the MCAT is what was important to you, then great job! I commend you for your effort. But don't criticize other people because they had other things on their minds.

 

[Raven Feather]

I agree that the MCAT is important, but it definitely shouldn't be the only factor in deciding whether someone gets into medical school or not. There are some people, me included, who simply do not have the time and/or resources to take a prep. class or study constantly for months on end. We work full time, we go to school, we volunteer, we take care of our families, and we somehow manage to sqeeze in a time to study a little for the MCAT on our lunch breaks. Granted I wish I would have done better, but under the circumstances, it just wasn't possible. I could have taken a semester off, quit my job, and put my family on the backburner so I could study for a test that, in essence, (if you get accepted) is meaningless. Kind of like the SAT or ACT after you were accepted to college.

I chose what was most important to me. If doing great on the MCAT is what was important to you, then great job! I commend you for your effort. But don't criticize other people because they had other things on their minds.

Plus, retaking the MCAT is less detrimental on one's app than a retake in a core science course. I did think I still studied a lot, and thought I was prepared enough--can't change the past.

 

[cbt81]

Exactly. IMO, success in medical requires CONSISTENT hard work. The same goes for everything in life. Your success as a doctor doesn't depend on a day's worth of good work. Rather, it requires doing your best on a long term basis.

I agree, that a low gpa and high MCAT may raise a flag. However, you also have to consider the rigors of the program that a person went through. My science gpa is 3.2ish and my MCATs a 33, higher then one would expect with my gpa. But what my grades dont tell you is that all of my courses junior and senior year were taken at the graduate level. This did some damage to my gpa.
I didnt mean to make this about me, but merely to show that just like anything, you shouldnt just assume that one is inconsistant becuase their numbers dont line up.
but thats just my opinion.

 

[Raven Feather]

I agree, that a low gpa and high MCAT may raise a flag. However, you also have to consider the rigors of the program that a person went through. My science gpa is 3.2ish and my MCATs a 33, higher then one would expect with my gpa. But what my grades dont tell you is that all of my courses junior and senior year were taken at the graduate level. This did some damage to my gpa.
I didnt mean to make this about me, but merely to show that just like anything, you shouldnt just assume that one is inconsistant becuase their numbers dont line up.
but thats just my opinion.

It definately works both ways as far as GPA vs MCAT. Graduate level courses differ too, Many schools think that graduate levels dont count as much b/c often times they are less rigorous and not "weed out" courses. I know some professors at my school figure you have made it that far (grad level) so you have paid your dues and they are more relaxed and less rigorous. Other schools, are more rigorous with grad courses.

There are multiple variables that come into play with GPAs and MCAT scores, makes it hard to make valid assumptions about an applicant that is why I think it is more fair to consider the whole application

 

[cbt81]

It definately works both ways as far as GPA vs MCAT. Graduate level courses differ too, Many schools think that graduate levels dont count as much b/c often times they are less rigorous and not "weed out" courses. I know some professors at my school figure you have made it that far (grad level) so you have paid your dues and they are more relaxed and less rigorous. Other schools, are more rigorous with grad courses.

There are multiple variables that come into play with GPAs and MCAT scores, makes it hard to make valid assumptions about an applicant that is why I think it is more fair to consider the whole application

I agree, I think that its important to look at the whole application. As far as graduate level courses being easier, I wouldnt agree. I can only speak for the schools I have attended, but in niether case were my graduate level courses less rigorus than my undergraduate courses. I never heard of adcomms thinking less of these courses, but I guess its good to know.

 

[NRAI2001]

I got a 21 P on the MCAT, and have gotten four interviews and an acceptance to WVSOM... I guess that shows that if you get your foot in the door with your MCAT(which i must be close to not getting it in ) then they look at EC's, lab work, health experience, life experiences, and finally, a solid interview... Good luck and apply to tons of schools! I applied to every one, except Ohio and Texas

What was your gpa?

 

[drjds]

This sounds somewhat like me...let me know what happens or what you plan to do. Maybe we can help each other out or talk about things.

Hey everyone, I'm new to this forum so if I write anything that's inappropriate please let me know.
I've noticed there's a pretty strong and encouraging group of people here so I'd like to bring up my "typical" concerns about a low MCAT score (which I just found out last Friday) with respect of admissions.
Here's a brief overview of my stats, please let me know where I stand and what hope I have:

- Cum. GPA: 3.81 Sci: 3.89 Non-Sci: 3.76
- MCAT: 22Q PS: 7, VR: 9, BS:6
- Current president of a number of student groups
- Member of a couple of distinguished honor societies
- Have worked in research labs
- Have had some volunteer and plenty of shadowing experiences

I guess my main concern is the pretty low science MCAT scores and how much of a detriment its going to be with my applications.
I'm going to mail out the remainder of my secondaries this weekend since I was told that most schools wouldn't look at my application until the August MCAT results are out (only took it once).

Alright, that's it for my ranting. Thanks in advance for any advice or support!

 

[FutureDocDO]

this analysis is so bad I don't even know how to explain it to you. Maybe you did bad on the MCAT because you treated it as a one day thing instead of working hard for months studying all the time. Whenever I hear someone give the old, "one day's performance shouldn't matter in med school admissions" I can only laugh. For people who did well it was months of hard work and dedication that happened to be tested on one day

I didn't say anything about the MCAT shouldn't be used as a factor to consider whether or not to accept an applicant. I think both should be weighted equally instead of a high MCAT compensating for a poor GPA or vise versa. Don't ASSume something when it's not there. Consistent hard work meaning it starts your freshman year of undergrad and follows through beyond medical school. That includes the MCAT. No. I didn't do so hot on the MCAT but I got in with it and that's all I need. Isn't that the purpose of the MCAT? Are you relying heavily on your MCAT to pull you through?

 

[FutureDocDO]

I got a 21 P on the MCAT, and have gotten four interviews and an acceptance to WVSOM... I guess that shows that if you get your foot in the door with your MCAT(which i must be close to not getting it in ) then they look at EC's, lab work, health experience, life experiences, and finally, a solid interview... Good luck and apply to tons of schools! I applied to every one, except Ohio and Texas

Congrats! Why didn't you apply to Ohio? Is it because of the contract? I applied to all except Texas. Applying early definitely helps. I have four interviews, including one acceptance, so far. At this point I don't really care about hearing from other schools except PCSOM and DMU.

 

[Buckeye(OH)]

Are you relying heavily on your MCAT to pull you through?

In my personal experience, here at CCOM so far, the people with the higher MCAT scores get the higher grades.

So yeah, some people are depending on their MCAT scores.



Not to mention, MCAT scores are *probably* a better indicator of board scores then ugpa.

 

[Duchess]

Hello everyone! This is my first time posting...thanks for having me. 🙂

I was reading this thread and thought that I would add my two cents. I understand the importance of the MCAT and can see why medical schools weigh so heavily upon your score. However, I went on a medical mission trip last year and met a few students that I thought would become amazing doctors, yet they did not do so well on the test. It was great how these students worked with patients, took on new jobs, and performed successfully under stress (while doing it all for FREE!). After seeing that, I just feel that there's more to a successful physician rather than just GPA and MCAT. Of course those things are important, and I wouldn't deny that. Yet there is much more, and I think that's a main reason why students with lower GPA's or lower MCAT scores get into medical school. To be honest, it's a bit of a comforting thought to see that medical schools look beyond numbers on paper in choosing our future physicians.

 

[Donvb]

Congrats! Why didn't you apply to Ohio? Is it because of the contract? I applied to all except Texas. Applying early definitely helps. I have four interviews, including one acceptance, so far. At this point I don't really care about hearing from other schools except PCSOM and DMU.

Yah, I got accepted to WVSOM, but I have an interview with DMU coming up this Sunday and REALLY want to go there!! I'm afraid to go to WVSOM because I feel like it might limit my options concerning residencies, especially if I wanted to do anything outside of primary care... Des Moines is an exceptional school, and I hope I nail my interview so they accept me with my crappy MCAT!! 😎

 

[Donvb]

What was your gpa?

I have a 3.4 science and 3.5 overall gpa...

 

[FutureDocDO]

Yah, I got accepted to WVSOM, but I have an interview with DMU coming up this Sunday and REALLY want to go there!! I'm afraid to go to WVSOM because I feel like it might limit my options concerning residencies, especially if I wanted to do anything outside of primary care... Des Moines is an exceptional school, and I hope I nail my interview so they accept me with my crappy MCAT!! 😎

I like WVSOM but like you I am beginning to think that it might limit my options as well. My numbers are similar/a hair lower to yours.

Here's WVSOM matchlist. Matchlist are for rotations right? It doesn't look that bad though.

 

[Donvb]

I like WVSOM but like you I am beginning to think that it might limit my options as well. My numbers are similar/a hair lower to yours.

Here's WVSOM matchlist. Matchlist are for rotations right? It doesn't look that bad though.

Where did you recieve your other interviews at, other than WVSOM?

Yes, the matchlist is for rotations, and that does look fairly impressive actually... where did you get that, I haven't been able to find a matchlist in any of WVSOM's info....

 

[NRAI2001]

I have a 3.4 science and 3.5 overall gpa...

Cool, what other schools did u have interviews at?

 

[Donvb]

Cool, what other schools did u have interviews at?

Inteviewed/accepted: WVSOM
Inteview(going to go): DMUCOM(hope i get in!!), TUCOM
Interview(declined): LECOM-Bradenton

 

[FS-Pro]

Where did you recieve your other interviews at, other than WVSOM?

Yes, the matchlist is for rotations, and that does look fairly impressive actually... where did you get that, I haven't been able to find a matchlist in any of WVSOM's info....

That looks like a residency match list, not rotations.

 

[NRAI2001]

Inteviewed/accepted: WVSOM
Inteview(going to go): DMUCOM(hope i get in!!), TUCOM
Interview(declined): LECOM-Bradenton

TUCOM = Texas?

 

[Donvb]

That looks like a residency match list, not rotations.

riight, riiight... I mispoke, those are definately residency match lists🙂 Fairly impressive for a DO school in Lewisburg... Rad, Facial Surgery, etc...

 

[Doctor Bagel]

TUCOM = Texas?

TUCOM is Touro. Texas is TCOM. Yeah, it's confusing.

 

[FutureDocDO]

Where did you recieve your other interviews at, other than WVSOM?

Yes, the matchlist is for rotations, and that does look fairly impressive actually... where did you get that, I haven't been able to find a matchlist in any of WVSOM's info....

I also interviewed at Touro-CA and both Lecom.

I got that by posting on the "Osteopathic" forum. It was posted by a current student at WVSOM.