Hi everyone. I am seeking some honest advice about potentially applying to medical school for the 2022-2023 application cycle. I am required to submit a draft primary application to my undergraduate pre-health advisory committee, for which they will provide me a committee letter. I do not want to waste their time if applying this cycle is a futile effort. I apologize if this is really long and I really appreciate anyone who can give me advice.
Info about me:
ORM, Texas resident
Attended a T20 undergraduate institution in the South, Major: Sociology, Minor: Biochemistry and Cell Biology, Overall GPA 3.39, sGPA hovering around 2.8-2.9 depending on system (i.e. AMCAS versus others).
Did bench research in undergrad (no publication), ~200 hours of community service, published as 3rd author of a retrospective study in Dermatologic Surgery (research from end of HS to the middle of college).
Currently in my last semester of my Epidemiology MPH (large public institution), Overall GPA 3.92. Significant research, clinical, and volunteer work. Currently involved in three research projects through which I am likely to receive at least one first-author pub and my name on a conference presentation. My research mentor (who also taught two of my classes) is an infectious disease physician and head of the epi department who is likely to write me a glowing recommendation. I also work as a lead contact tracer for my university (this position involves coordination with clinical care, symptom assessments, cluster investigations, and leadership position within the team).
I received a D in Orgo and retook it last spring semester (while in my grad program) at my undergrad institution and got a B+. I was on track to receive an A in my retake but my grandmother (essentially my third parent) was hospitalized and I was a caregiver for her until she passed away. Took an undergrad microbio course at my graduate institution this past fall and received an A.
I am scheduled to take the MCAT on 4/29.
After graduation from my MPH, I am planning on seeking a clinical research position. I will have significant experience, including biostatistics coursework on logistic regression/survival analysis and the design and analysis of clinic trials.
I have accumulated approx. 500 hours of clinical experience through shadowing (~90 hours), volunteering, and working as a volunteer medical assistant.
I am not sure how or if I would discuss this in my app, but I was a caregiver for significant periods during my undergrad and this past year for multiple family members. I was also severely depressed throughout my undergraduate degree and lost two family members in the past 1.5 years. I don't want this to be an excuse, I know it is not.
EDIT: Apologies to everyone for not putting an actual question on my post. My question is whether people think it is a good idea to apply this upcoming cycle. I would be applying to MD and DO schools (AMCAS, TMDSAS, and AACOMAS). My tentative school list includes all Texas schools (including the 3 DOs), 17 OOS MD programs, and 2 OOS DO programs.
Info about me:
ORM, Texas resident
Attended a T20 undergraduate institution in the South, Major: Sociology, Minor: Biochemistry and Cell Biology, Overall GPA 3.39, sGPA hovering around 2.8-2.9 depending on system (i.e. AMCAS versus others).
Did bench research in undergrad (no publication), ~200 hours of community service, published as 3rd author of a retrospective study in Dermatologic Surgery (research from end of HS to the middle of college).
Currently in my last semester of my Epidemiology MPH (large public institution), Overall GPA 3.92. Significant research, clinical, and volunteer work. Currently involved in three research projects through which I am likely to receive at least one first-author pub and my name on a conference presentation. My research mentor (who also taught two of my classes) is an infectious disease physician and head of the epi department who is likely to write me a glowing recommendation. I also work as a lead contact tracer for my university (this position involves coordination with clinical care, symptom assessments, cluster investigations, and leadership position within the team).
I received a D in Orgo and retook it last spring semester (while in my grad program) at my undergrad institution and got a B+. I was on track to receive an A in my retake but my grandmother (essentially my third parent) was hospitalized and I was a caregiver for her until she passed away. Took an undergrad microbio course at my graduate institution this past fall and received an A.
I am scheduled to take the MCAT on 4/29.
After graduation from my MPH, I am planning on seeking a clinical research position. I will have significant experience, including biostatistics coursework on logistic regression/survival analysis and the design and analysis of clinic trials.
I have accumulated approx. 500 hours of clinical experience through shadowing (~90 hours), volunteering, and working as a volunteer medical assistant.
I am not sure how or if I would discuss this in my app, but I was a caregiver for significant periods during my undergrad and this past year for multiple family members. I was also severely depressed throughout my undergraduate degree and lost two family members in the past 1.5 years. I don't want this to be an excuse, I know it is not.
EDIT: Apologies to everyone for not putting an actual question on my post. My question is whether people think it is a good idea to apply this upcoming cycle. I would be applying to MD and DO schools (AMCAS, TMDSAS, and AACOMAS). My tentative school list includes all Texas schools (including the 3 DOs), 17 OOS MD programs, and 2 OOS DO programs.
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