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Hi everyone,
I'm considering medical school and have been for quite some time. My biggest inspiration has been my sister because of her own medical issues. I've persevered through almost every obstacle that has come my way and haven't given up despite my low GPA, etc.
I would like to know if I even have a chance.
I am currently in my final semester of undergrad and will be graduating this December. I have a cumulative GPA of 2.9 -- there's a chance I can raise it by the end of the semester but it will quite difficult because I'm in all heavy sciences. After I graduate, the plan is to work in a clinical setting, volunteer, and study for the MCAT like my life depends on it.
I've worked part-time all 4 years of undergrad and financially responsible for almost everything so that has been a factor in some of my lower grades. I have 50+ hours of volunteering with various organizations, mostly with children who are differently abled, and triage at clinics. I shadowed some but not enough.
My mom was severely sick for a few years and depended on me to help her get dressed, etc. My sister was born with a rare disease, had 3 strokes, multiple surgeries, etc. While I was in undergrad she was hospitalized for 2 months in 2015 after an unexpected blood clot. Because I was so stressed out and preoccupied I missed an exam (could not make up) and ending up making a D in a biology class. Turns out I didn't even need the class because I took zoology which counted as a pre-req. In February of this year my little sister passed away suddenly and unexpectedly from a brain aneurysm. I didn't want to take a break from the semester so I returned after taking 2 weeks off. I finished the semester (capstone, physiology of microorganisms, sociology, and some other classes) with B's and A's. I have quite the personal experience and I've endured a lot these past few years. I think if I have a solid personal statement and do well on the MCAT I might have a chance at a DO school.
I would like to think that based on my personal experiences I have compassionate and empathy for others, and even with my broken heart I can help others heal as well.
If any of you have tips or words of advice I'd really appreciate it too. I'm a little discouraged and uncertain about my life. After going through so much I feel so defeated
Thank you.
I'm considering medical school and have been for quite some time. My biggest inspiration has been my sister because of her own medical issues. I've persevered through almost every obstacle that has come my way and haven't given up despite my low GPA, etc.
I would like to know if I even have a chance.
I am currently in my final semester of undergrad and will be graduating this December. I have a cumulative GPA of 2.9 -- there's a chance I can raise it by the end of the semester but it will quite difficult because I'm in all heavy sciences. After I graduate, the plan is to work in a clinical setting, volunteer, and study for the MCAT like my life depends on it.
I've worked part-time all 4 years of undergrad and financially responsible for almost everything so that has been a factor in some of my lower grades. I have 50+ hours of volunteering with various organizations, mostly with children who are differently abled, and triage at clinics. I shadowed some but not enough.
My mom was severely sick for a few years and depended on me to help her get dressed, etc. My sister was born with a rare disease, had 3 strokes, multiple surgeries, etc. While I was in undergrad she was hospitalized for 2 months in 2015 after an unexpected blood clot. Because I was so stressed out and preoccupied I missed an exam (could not make up) and ending up making a D in a biology class. Turns out I didn't even need the class because I took zoology which counted as a pre-req. In February of this year my little sister passed away suddenly and unexpectedly from a brain aneurysm. I didn't want to take a break from the semester so I returned after taking 2 weeks off. I finished the semester (capstone, physiology of microorganisms, sociology, and some other classes) with B's and A's. I have quite the personal experience and I've endured a lot these past few years. I think if I have a solid personal statement and do well on the MCAT I might have a chance at a DO school.
I would like to think that based on my personal experiences I have compassionate and empathy for others, and even with my broken heart I can help others heal as well.
If any of you have tips or words of advice I'd really appreciate it too. I'm a little discouraged and uncertain about my life. After going through so much I feel so defeated
Thank you.