Hi Everyone!
I applied to medical schools this cycle, but sadly do not think I will get in anywhere. Currently, I do not even have an interview invite. This has made me think about my application and how to improve before my next application. When I applied last July 2018, I had a 3.45 cGPA and a 3.35 sGPA. I majored in Bioengineering from a top Ugrad university. I struggled in my early Ugrad years, but I feel that I have definitely pulled it together. In my third year and first quarter of fourth year, I have held a ~3.85 GPA. I applied with an MCAT of 509. I applied to both MD and DO schools.
Below is a list of ECs:
-Volunteer Hospital where I directly interact with patients (300+ hours)
-Student researcher (200+ hours); Abstracts and poster presentation, but no pubs
-Volunteer for local nonprofit serving underserved families (40 hours)
-Shadowing (50 hours)
-President of non-profit (600+ hours)
-Tutor (300+ hours)
I understand that this information may not be enough to give you an entire picture of me as an applicant, but I would appreciate any advice that you could give on how to potentially improve. During my gap year, I am currently planning on enrolling in a post-bac program. I would appreciate any tips on reapplying and advice on post-bac programs. Thanks in advance!!
I applied to medical schools this cycle, but sadly do not think I will get in anywhere. Currently, I do not even have an interview invite. This has made me think about my application and how to improve before my next application. When I applied last July 2018, I had a 3.45 cGPA and a 3.35 sGPA. I majored in Bioengineering from a top Ugrad university. I struggled in my early Ugrad years, but I feel that I have definitely pulled it together. In my third year and first quarter of fourth year, I have held a ~3.85 GPA. I applied with an MCAT of 509. I applied to both MD and DO schools.
Below is a list of ECs:
-Volunteer Hospital where I directly interact with patients (300+ hours)
-Student researcher (200+ hours); Abstracts and poster presentation, but no pubs
-Volunteer for local nonprofit serving underserved families (40 hours)
-Shadowing (50 hours)
-President of non-profit (600+ hours)
-Tutor (300+ hours)
I understand that this information may not be enough to give you an entire picture of me as an applicant, but I would appreciate any advice that you could give on how to potentially improve. During my gap year, I am currently planning on enrolling in a post-bac program. I would appreciate any tips on reapplying and advice on post-bac programs. Thanks in advance!!