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Thanks for starting the thread!
I have a question regarding the biochem requirement. I called admissions today and they verified that biochem lab is required. I told them I am unable to take biochem lab because my school does not offer it, and they said to take a one-term research lab instead (as their website indicates). However, they were unclear in explaining what kind of research lab would be acceptable and advised me to send an email to grad admissions for clarification. They were also unable to explain why BMS requires biochem lab and CMS does not, and also advised me to send an email to grad admissions about that. I've sent the email and am now waiting for a response. In the meantime, does anyone have any additional insight? Thanks in advance!
I am thinking they are talking about possibly an upper division lab class. According to the 'class profile', it looks like there is an instate preference (41.6% of 2015 entering class). Average GPA is a lot higher than my gpa. I have a 3.08 gpa but i'll be taking some courses between January and May. Hopefully i can go up to a 3.12+. What do you guys think would be an ideal mcat score to get into this program? I am aiming to get above a 510+ on the January test.
is it too late to take the mcat at the end of march (scores released in the first of may)? i have a 3.3 and am working full time. i'm registered for the january exam, but wonder if i have enough time?
to be honest, i don't work full 8 hours. i just sit around and have time to study, but my basics are lacking, and i'm self-teaching. is january 28 still ok?
Hey guys! I tried asking a few other SDNers from previous threads but seemed to get no response. I was wondering if any of you knew how the RFUS BMS program looked at GPA. I know AAMCAS considers all classses on a transcript equally regardless if it's a retaken course. However, my university takes the higher grade if I retook a course and does not consider the low grade for GPA calculation (how the DO route would calculate GPA). Is that how the BMS program will look at my GPA as well? I have taken quite a few classes over again so this is a huge concern for me Thank you.
is it too late to take the mcat at the end of march (scores released in the first of may)? i have a 3.3 and am working full time. i'm registered for the january exam, but wonder if i have enough time?
to be honest, i don't work full 8 hours. i just sit around and have time to study, but my basics are lacking, and i'm self-teaching. is january 28 still ok?
are you currently in the program? how do you know this?A lot of applicants from last years thread turned their application in May-June and were accepted into the program. That said, you should be fine with a May score release date From what I understand, majority of their applicants are accepted in June anyways.
are you currently in the program? how do you know this?
Nope, I am applying this cycle and have been following the past BMS threads since last year. Just trying to help with your question based on what applicants/admits there posted.
The wise thing to do would probably email with the program's administration if you want a more direct answer
Thank you! I'll do that! Have you applied to the program already?
I think you have a pretty good shot. You'll most likely get in the BMS, after that all that really matters is your performance during the BMS year.i have a 504/3.6 with no MD interviews, do you guys think this program is a good idea for me based on my stats? also is there a good chance of acceptance into the med school afterwards with my stats?
thanks for your input
When I applied I took the mcat in June. I was placed on the waiting list until my score came in around July. I wouldn't advise waiting that long as it is stressful figuring out a major move with only a few weeks, but it is possible if you must delay your exam.is it too late to take the mcat at the end of march (scores released in the first of may)? i have a 3.3 and am working full time. i'm registered for the january exam, but wonder if i have enough time?
to be honest, i don't work full 8 hours. i just sit around and have time to study, but my basics are lacking, and i'm self-teaching. is january 28 still ok?
Can you retake the MCAT and get a higher score before June? If so, you probably won't need BMS! (Save some cash)i have a 504/3.6 with no MD interviews, do you guys think this program is a good idea for me based on my stats? also is there a good chance of acceptance into the med school afterwards with my stats?
thanks for your input
This is my third mcat score (I made some poor choices with timing and rushing into the first two exams), I honestly don't know if i can do better or if schools would even look at a 4th score
is it too late to take the mcat at the end of march (scores released in the first of may)? i have a 3.3 and am working full time. i'm registered for the january exam, but wonder if i have enough time?
to be honest, i don't work full 8 hours. i just sit around and have time to study, but my basics are lacking, and i'm self-teaching. is january 28 still ok?
I guess you should apply these kind of programs and if you have time, try to retake the MCAT. They have a new AAMC practice test out.
If you get a good enough score, you can always not go. Of course if you have too much school/work or don't get the practice score you want, you can forget about the MCAT and go to whatever program you get into. Just something to think about!
There is usually 1 or 2 people every year left in this position. It is rare, but does happen. I do believe there were other issues in their applications that we may not know of.Hi, does anyone know a person who did well in the program (maintained the GPA requirement, got an interview) and still did not get accepted? I am worried that I will start this program and the admissions committee will still thoroughly look through my undergraduate GPA since I have retaken many classes.
I dont think we have those kind of stats yet, the program is trying to compile that data but its a recent undertaking i thinkHas anybody been successful in finding the number of graduates that were accepted into MD vs. DO vs. Caribbean?
your UG GPA wont be the reason they reject you , if they reject youHi, does anyone know a person who did well in the program (maintained the GPA requirement, got an interview) and still did not get accepted? I am worried that I will start this program and the admissions committee will still thoroughly look through my undergraduate GPA since I have retaken many classes.
Hey! Has anyone heard back from the program yet? I applied in December and on 12/15/16 I got an email saying my application was officially complete and ready for review by the committee. They also told me that it would take 4-6 weeks and I would get a decision and it's been 5 weeks so I'm not sure why it's taking so long because in previous threads I've read that it usually only takes a couple weeks.
Also does anyone know if it'll hurt my chances to have an MCAT below 500? My GPA is 3.75 and I have very strong extracurriculars so I hope that helps. I'm retaking my MCAT in April but I'm just worried that I might get rejected just based off of the score because I didn't tell
them I was retaking. Thanks!
This program is not intend with low MCAT, it's for low GPA. I've spoken with admissions officers. I think you should just retake the MCAT. You are definitely competitive for med schools with your GPA.
I think when they say 4-6 weeks, it shouldn't count winter break since they weren't at the school then. That's my thinking anyways. If you're concerned, maybe you should contact them after 6 weeks has passed?
you should be fine with an april mcat, I applied late may/early june and was fine, as did a lot of my peers who applied late, just try to score as high as possible on your MCATThanks so much! I'll try contacting them soon! Have you applied yet? I think my main concern is my MCAT lol I'm retaking it in April though so I'm also nervous that the class will be full by the time the scores are released . I really want to attend this program. Hoping to hear back soon.
this past year, school began in the beginning of augustHey all, does anyone know when the semester actually begins? Like is it end of July/beginning of August or later on in August? Thank you!
Cpt, have people from this year's class gotten interviews/acceptances yet?this past year, school began in the beginning of august
Hey all, does anyone know when the semester actually begins? Like is it end of July/beginning of August or later on in August? Thank you!
interviews are currently going on right now, we arent sure when acceptances will occurCpt, have people from this year's class gotten interviews/acceptances yet?
This program is not intend with low MCAT, it's for low GPA. I've spoken with admissions officers. I think you should just retake the MCAT. You are definitely competitive for med schools with your GPA.
How did you get ahold of the admissions officers? Does that mean they're more forgiving towards a lower GPA if you have a very high MCAT?
Dont worry you seem to have good stats, just give them some time, its still very early in the cycle for BMS appsApp complete on 12/21. 3.4/502 very good ECs but still no decision and it is past the 4-6 week mark. Definitely getting a little nervous. Anyone else??
I ended up contacting them last friday. They said that I should hear back within 2 weeks so maybe 1 more week left? Seems like their admissions committee for this program meets only once a month. Maybe they took January off? I was complete in early DecemberStill nothing after 7.5 weeks... should I contact the admissions office?
I ended up contacting them last friday. They said that I should hear back within 2 weeks so maybe 1 more week left? Seems like their admissions committee for this program meets only once a month. Maybe they took January off? I was complete in early December
Still nothing after 7.5 weeks... should I contact the admissions office?