First of all, here are some of my stats. I am currently a senior at UC Davis. I initially started out at a community college, and transferred to UCD. While at JC, I finished up with a 3.02 over all GPA. AT Davis I have about a 3.0 GPA, and should not have any problems getting it up to a 3.2 by the time I graduate. Both JC and UCD transcripts show an upward trend. The reason for a low GPA is that I had to work, from which I have learned important life lessons. Also I have not taken the MCAT. I will have research (about 1 yrs worth) from a somewhat known lab, and about 600 hours of hospital volunteer work.
Now this is where I need your advice. My first option is to take the MCAT in April, and just apply to my list of medical schools. Even though I have not taken the MCAT, I do feel as if it is going to be my GPA, which will hinder my chance of acceptance.
The second option is to take the MCAT in August. Thus I will have more time to study for the MCAT, thus increasing my chances of getting a higher score, thus compensating for my low GPA.
Also, Davis offers a post-bacc program for students who have gotten rejected from medical schools. Since I am certain I will not get accepted my first time applying, I figure I should just go ahead and take the MCAT in April so I will be eligible to apply for this program.
And my final option is take the MCAT in August, but not graduate until 2 years from as to increase my undergrad GPA.
So if you can provide me with any ideas, please take the time out to post them. Replies in all levels are harshness are welcome, whether it be on this form or via e-mail. I appreciate your time and effort, and Thanks in advance.
Now this is where I need your advice. My first option is to take the MCAT in April, and just apply to my list of medical schools. Even though I have not taken the MCAT, I do feel as if it is going to be my GPA, which will hinder my chance of acceptance.
The second option is to take the MCAT in August. Thus I will have more time to study for the MCAT, thus increasing my chances of getting a higher score, thus compensating for my low GPA.
Also, Davis offers a post-bacc program for students who have gotten rejected from medical schools. Since I am certain I will not get accepted my first time applying, I figure I should just go ahead and take the MCAT in April so I will be eligible to apply for this program.
And my final option is take the MCAT in August, but not graduate until 2 years from as to increase my undergrad GPA.
So if you can provide me with any ideas, please take the time out to post them. Replies in all levels are harshness are welcome, whether it be on this form or via e-mail. I appreciate your time and effort, and Thanks in advance.