Retook 6 classes and feeling burnt

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discowisco

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So basically started out freshman year with a sub 3.0 gpa (~2.7). Currently in my senior year and have retook 6 courses throughout college (Org 1, Org 2, GC1, GC2, Bio 1, Bio2) all of which I got As in (i had gotten C+s in them prior). So if all goes well this semester my gpa is going to be 3.6 cgpa, 3.7 sgpa. I have decent ECs but I am feeling so burnt out and lazy partially due to my other friends enjoying senior year with spring break etc. and idk trying to find some motivation to score decently well on the MCAT come April.

What would I need on my MCAT to get into UMDNJ-SOM, NYCOM,PCOM, specifically any DO school on the east coast currently with my situation?
 
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Depending where you live and your state of residence, a 26 could be enough to get into any of those schools. Your GPA will definitely be above the competition. If you're burnt, do yourself a favor and take some time off. There's nothing to gain from attaining a substandard score and having to re-apply.
 
discowisco said:
So basically started out freshman year with a sub 3.0 gpa (~2.7). Currently in my senior year and have retook 6 courses throughout college (Org 1, Org 2, GC1, GC2, Bio 1, Bio2) all of which I got As in (i had gotten C+s in them prior). So if all goes well this semester my gpa is going to be 3.6 cgpa, 3.7 sgpa. I have decent ECs but I am feeling so burnt out and lazy partially due to my other friends enjoying senior year with spring break etc. and idk trying to find some motivation to score decently well on the MCATS come April.

What would I need on my MCATS to get into UMDNJ-SOM, NYCOM,PCOM, specifically any DO school on the east coast currently with my situation?
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26+ to have a good shot. Don't burn yourself out though! Maybe consider a gap year to build your EC's and enjoy some of your time now.
 
The thing is I am a senior so I will already be taking a gap year if I apply in the upcoming cycle(which I am doing). I dont want to take 2 years off.

I also live in the tristate area.
 
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Great job on all your hard work! Your gpa is great and I'm sure the schools will like your success and dedication. If you score 27+(avg scores are around 28 for those schools). I am sure you will get acceptance to at least one or more of those schools. Remember the KEY is to apply early (June). You will notice now if you go into school specific threads the later applicants that are interviewed have higher mcat scores, in 30s.
If you feel burnt out think about taking a gap year to study for the mcat get some experience etc. you don't want to rush into school and be exhausted. If that's not possible, then try to set yourself reasonable goals and take one thing at a time. All the hard work will pay off.
 
discowisco said:
So basically started out freshman year with a sub 3.0 gpa (~2.7). Currently in my senior year and have retook 6 courses throughout college (Org 1, Org 2, GC1, GC2, Bio 1, Bio2) all of which I got As in (i had gotten C+s in them prior). So if all goes well this semester my gpa is going to be 3.6 cgpa, 3.7 sgpa. I have decent ECs but I am feeling so burnt out and lazy partially due to my other friends enjoying senior year with spring break etc. and idk trying to find some motivation to score decently well on the MCATS come April.

What would I need on my MCATS to get into UMDNJ-SOM, NYCOM,PCOM, specifically any DO school on the east coast currently with my situation?
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This may sound like Im not answering your question seriously, but I am.

The score you need is the best score you can get. Maybe its just me, but Im sure how one could study enough to get a minimum needed score...you just have to prepare for a reasonable time (1-3 months I'd say), take a few practice tests, and then take the real deal.

Its hard to say what MCAT score YOU will need to get into any one school. There will be students at each of those schools with scores ranging from <24 to >38, with other students who are rejected within the same range.

The only, semi-sure, statement that can be made is that you will likely need a 24-25+. Much higher is much better.

Good luck!

(take a week off, then get back to it!!! watch some medical shows or read a good medical book, i.e. Complications, to get yourself excited again for the amazing future you have before you!)
 
I spent most of my summer studying for the MCAT, so I know how much it can suck to feel like you're missing out. All I can say is that once you walk out of that test knowing that you did the best job you could possibly do, it will all be worth it. You don't want to walk out of the test wishing that you had been more prepared.

Once you get your acceptance next year it will all be worth it. Your friends will forget about their spring breaks and wish that they had been as dedicated as you! It will all be worth it in the end. Having goals is great, so don't let anything get in the way of yours.
 
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The thing is I am a senior so I will already be taking a gap year if I apply in the upcoming cycle(which I am doing). I dont want to take 2 years off.

I also live in the tristate area.
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Have you considered doing NIH research for recent graduates? You spend 2 years doing that and will become very valuable in terms of getting into where you want and having a better shot at a residency.
 
Shoot for a 30! Then you will know without a doubt that your MCAT did not hold you back if you don't get in.
 
MCAT.. not MCATS (unless you intend to take it several times)
If you have a specific set of schools you're applying to, you want a higher score. However, it's in your best interest to not narrow your choices to a certain area, in my opinion. If you want to go to medical school, apply early and broadly (all/many schools that you would have a good shot at with your scores). Look at average scores for each school to decide if you should apply or not. Do a little research into the schools.
Good luck!
 
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