Ok so I got my mcat score today and I didn't do as well as I expected. I got a PS 9, V 8, BS 8, 25P. I have a 3.8 cum and 3.82 science in honors program. I shadowed two doctors over all about 90 hours. One of the doctors was in third world country. Both MD's. 120+ volunteering at local hospital. 50 hours volunteering in lebanon in underprivileged areas. Other 100+ random non medical volunteering. two part time jobs for the past 3 years. Leader and founder of two groups at school and other EC activities. A year of epilepsy research, pretty strong personal statement. So my question is do I still have a chance for this cycle or should I just wait till next year? should I finish the secondaries? I have already sent my primaries. Im really lost I need some help, I would really appreciate any input. I don't want to waste any more money than necessary. Please let me know what you think.
Someone please help! I need some guidance.
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not sure why you're panicking, you are in good shape to land an acceptance at a DO school.
stop worrying, finish your secondaries and take it from there.
stop worrying, finish your secondaries and take it from there.
While I emphasize with and share your desire to be unequivocably above the typical stats, I think you should be OK. Here is most recent matriculant data.
http://www.aacom.org/resources/ome/2010-02/Pages/2009Class.aspx should be a little reassuring, esp. with a strong GPA.
http://www.aacom.org/resources/ome/2010-02/Pages/2009Class.aspx should be a little reassuring, esp. with a strong GPA.
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You can't get in unless you apply. Quit playing the what if game on the sidelines and just get your app out there. If they say no then you are no worse off then you are now but at least you can say that you tried. Stop worrying and just do it. If you get rejected, apply again super early. Have a good story in your PS. Make them want to meet you. My MCAT was lower than yours when I got into DO school.
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Thanks everyone. appreciate the advice.
Is it ok that i havent shadowed any DOs? Im still working on finding one but they dont come around often? will they think im not really serious about DO and seeing it as a backup plan if both the doctors i shadowed are MDs?
Is it ok that i havent shadowed any DOs? Im still working on finding one but they dont come around often? will they think im not really serious about DO and seeing it as a backup plan if both the doctors i shadowed are MDs?
