Stop or retake?

[juca67]

---

Members don't see this ad.

I have a c3.3 s3.1 (MD), s3.2 (DO) and have taken the mcat twice (27, then 30). Are my chances for DO solid? If I were to retake the mcat again and aim for a 33-34, would my chances at an MD school significantly increase or is it a better idea to stop now and focus solely on DO?

 

[Goro]

Your GPA is significantly below avg for MD programs, and having a great MCAT won't save that.

You're fine for DO right now. Go for it.

I have a c3.3 s3.1 (MD), s3.2 (DO) and have taken the mcat twice (27, then 30). Are my chances for DO solid? If I were to retake the mcat again and aim for a 33-34, would my chances at an MD school significantly increase or is it a better idea to stop now and focus solely on DO?

 

[TriagePreMed]

I have a c3.3 s3.1 (MD), s3.2 (DO) and have taken the mcat twice (27, then 30). Are my chances for DO solid? If I were to retake the mcat again and aim for a 33-34, would my chances at an MD school significantly increase or is it a better idea to stop now and focus solely on DO?

If you want an MD, you're best served with an SMP. Having a high MCAT performance doesn't mitigate a 3.1 sGPA.

 

[juca67]

Thanks for the replies. Are my chances good for some of the more competitive DO schools as well? Also, would applying to some MD schools be a complete waste of money in my case?

 

[cosbiker]

1

 

[ZJX90]

I have taken my MCAT last year and got a score of 30Q
My cumulative GPA is 3.3 and I shall be graduating this year with a bachelors degree in Biology and minor in Chemistry and Medical Anthropology.
My BPCM GPA is 3.2.

I have a lot of research experience in the last 4 years and have been published twice. I volunteer at the hospital and have shadowed doctors.

I know my GPA and MCAT score is low therefore perhaps I should not even try applying to any medical schools this year. I am planning on retaking my MCAT this year once again.

What I would like advise is that what should I do during this one year? Should I enroll for a masters program, or continue doing research which I am getting a good opportunity? I would like to apply to med schools next year in 2014. What would look good on my application? Also, since i would have graduated from college what recommendation letters would be good besides my research mentor? Would my undergrad instructors still be good to write the rec letters or would they? I am totally new to this process and am a first generation college student from my family. I would sincerely be grateful for any advise. I am a US citizen. Thanks

Dude stop posting this in multiple threads. Make your own.

 

[survivordo]

Thanks for the replies. Are my chances good for some of the more competitive DO schools as well? Also, would applying to some MD schools be a complete waste of money in my case?

It would be an uphill battle for sure. Definitely depends on which schools are in state for you as you may have a better shot at these. Regardless, it certainly wouldn't be a waste of time if you are always going to "wonder if".

Survivor DO

 

[Goro]

I think you're fine for the top DO programs. MD would indeed be a waste of money, unless there is something just drop-dead spectacular and/or unique about you and/or your history.

Thanks for the replies. Are my chances good for some of the more competitive DO schools as well? Also, would applying to some MD schools be a complete waste of money in my case?

 

[juca67]

Oh I should've mentioned, I'm from NY.