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Hello all.
I'm currently 17 and a (soon-to-be) High School Senior. I have a 3.6 unweighted gpa (Very strong upward curve. 3.1 Freshman year to 4.0 Junior year) with a 2150 SAT. I've only taken the SAT once, and I'm studying for it very hard now, so I plan to hit 2200+. Perhaps in the 2300's. I also have extracurricular activities, most notably starting a wrestling team at my school (we never had one before me) and then bringing that team to win our District tournament. If that counts for anything.
I've wanted to become a doctor since 7th grade. However, I do not want to spend 10+ years in college just to graduate with a load of debt. Moreover, I do not plan to stay within the US after I graduate.
I plan to practice within Europe (preferably West), Canada, or Australia.
Therefore, I have been looking into the MBBS programs offered to international students.
However, let alone decide on a school/pathway, I can't even figure out what country would be good to start in. At first the Netherlands seemed great. However, you need to be fluent in Dutch to attend their MBBS programs. My research also temporarily directed me towards China and India, both of which have mixed reviews. (I know someone who obtained a MBBS from China and practices here. However, she says the current system is different than when she had gone.)
China seems to be "lower" in a sense, much like how people view the Caribbean schools. Even lower than that, perhaps. India has such mixed reviews that I have absolutely no idea what goes on there. Some say they aren't great schools while others tell whole stories on how competitive and challenging it is. UK seems to need an Undergraduate degree to apply. (I heard people talking about MCAT scores with their applications?)
Could any of you kindly provide some insight as to what country I should look more into? Universities that provide English lectures would be preferred.
TL;DR What countries/universities should I look at for MBBS from the US? I want to practice in Europe (West favored), Canada, or Australia. Where I get the MBBS isn't too significant as long as I can practice in said countries with minimum licensing hurdles.
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Before any of you say "You have the wrong motivations" because I don't want to study within the US due to costs, I want to make myself clear. I don't mind studying within the US. However, my ultimatum is not to become a rich doctor practicing here, nor is it to just become a MD. My goal is to become a doctor to help people, to enjoy my work, and to support my family.
Therefore, I am trying to look at this situation as practically as possible. Only starting to work when I'm 32 and paying off debt until I'm 45 is not practical to me.
Hello all.
I'm currently 17 and a (soon-to-be) High School Senior. I have a 3.6 unweighted gpa (Very strong upward curve. 3.1 Freshman year to 4.0 Junior year) with a 2150 SAT. I've only taken the SAT once, and I'm studying for it very hard now, so I plan to hit 2200+. Perhaps in the 2300's. I also have extracurricular activities, most notably starting a wrestling team at my school (we never had one before me) and then bringing that team to win our District tournament. If that counts for anything.
I've wanted to become a doctor since 7th grade. However, I do not want to spend 10+ years in college just to graduate with a load of debt. Moreover, I do not plan to stay within the US after I graduate.
I plan to practice within Europe (preferably West), Canada, or Australia.
Therefore, I have been looking into the MBBS programs offered to international students.
However, let alone decide on a school/pathway, I can't even figure out what country would be good to start in. At first the Netherlands seemed great. However, you need to be fluent in Dutch to attend their MBBS programs. My research also temporarily directed me towards China and India, both of which have mixed reviews. (I know someone who obtained a MBBS from China and practices here. However, she says the current system is different than when she had gone.)
China seems to be "lower" in a sense, much like how people view the Caribbean schools. Even lower than that, perhaps. India has such mixed reviews that I have absolutely no idea what goes on there. Some say they aren't great schools while others tell whole stories on how competitive and challenging it is. UK seems to need an Undergraduate degree to apply. (I heard people talking about MCAT scores with their applications?)
Could any of you kindly provide some insight as to what country I should look more into? Universities that provide English lectures would be preferred.
TL;DR What countries/universities should I look at for MBBS from the US? I want to practice in Europe (West favored), Canada, or Australia. Where I get the MBBS isn't too significant as long as I can practice in said countries with minimum licensing hurdles.
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Before any of you say "You have the wrong motivations" because I don't want to study within the US due to costs, I want to make myself clear. I don't mind studying within the US. However, my ultimatum is not to become a rich doctor practicing here, nor is it to just become a MD. My goal is to become a doctor to help people, to enjoy my work, and to support my family.
Therefore, I am trying to look at this situation as practically as possible. Only starting to work when I'm 32 and paying off debt until I'm 45 is not practical to me.
. Maybe you can check out International Medical or General International Forum?
