MPH vs. post bacc program?

[Azalea]

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I need some advice on a decision that i cannot seem to make. I have a low gpa 3.15, and low mcat scores 22 first time, and 21 the second time (cruel isnt it). My first two years of undergrad really messed up my gpa, and my science gpa is probably in the 2.5 range. I applied to a few mph programs thinking that this would be a good route for me to strengthen my application. I have been accepted into the ones i wanted, and have chosen boston (international health) (i got into gw and dartmouth). I have recently learned about post bacc programs and am thinking that they may be the better choice since my stats are so low. I was wondering if anyone had any advice on what i should do in this situation. I am due to enroll in boston in a few weeks, i am from florida, so i need to make a decision fast. I may have to take a year off and retake the mcat, and then apply to post bacc programs, or should i just join the mph program? I would appreciate any advice, thanks for reading this long post 🙂

 

[LSJST5]

Hey, I have not taken the MCAT but I am getting MPH in International Health. Then going to a formal post bac program. So I hope this helps me out.
I am a bit older but willing to take these steps. I want to get in the first time(if possible)
Have fun

Maybe we could keep in touch since we are in the same track.

 

[N1DERL&]

What can one do with an mph?

 

[PositivePostBac]

When making this decision, pelase consider that AMCAS separates masters and undergrad GPA's, such that your MPH grades will have no effect on your undergrad GPA for the purpose of being screened for secondaries / interviews... since both your MCAT and GPA are low, I suggest the post-bac program, where you can retake the core courses and retake the MCAT... some post-bacs even have early admission programs with certain medical schools... good luck