Nontrad student with an undergrad degree in Exercise Physiology, 4 years full-time experience in cardiac rehabilitation and stress testing at a trauma 2 hospital in metro Detroit. Finished my postbacc in December, studied for the MCAT for 3 months. I have little research experience, but extensive clinical experience, 1 year hospice volunteer experience, around 100 shadowing hours both in person and online (COVID times, still up in the air if it counts). I have a guaranteed interview at LECOM. Should I retake the MCAT and continue my application for this cycle? Do I have any shot at all this cycle with such a poor MCAT?
DO WAMC? Nontrad, 3.19 undergrad, 3.89 postbacc, 493 MCAT (March)
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With a 493, you do not have much of a chance at any DO school. Usually a score at that range suggests a content gap. You could try using different review books and should take the real test only when your practice scores are 500 or above.
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What are your cGPA and sGPA including your postbacc ? You will need a MCAT of 498 in order to receive interviews at some DO schools, mainly the newer ones. Do not retake the MCAT until your practice scores are consistently over 500.
