What's going on this year? and what are my chances for next cycle?

[ndds]

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OK. I need professional help here. I am a confusing case even to myself. I applied this year but since I took DAT in October, my application was not complete before early November. I have a Bachelor (GPA: 3.29) and Master's degree (GPA: 3.89) in Natural Resources Engineering from another country.

I am also getting a master's in Marine Biology (GPA: 3.77) from USC and attending a college to take predental courses (GPA: 4.0).
(in my AADSAS app. my overall GPA is 3.88 and my science GPA is 3.82 based on my US courses)

My DAT scores are: 21 in all Sciences, 19 in math, 18 in PAT, and 17 in reading (AA: 20).
I have volunteered in UCLA, have many shadowing hours and non-clinical research experience.

I wonder how I can increase my chances for next year. This year I am in UOP's waiting list and haven't heard anything from UCLA and USC. 😕

 

[Maygyver]

It looks like your stats aren't too bad, so your application could probably most easily be improved through extracurricular activities. Do some shadowing, or join some clubs.

 

[Osity]

Your stats are great. Your only problem is that since you took your DAT late, your application wasn't complete until November. That gave thousands of applicants a six-month head start on you.

Apply the first day the application opens next year (if you don't get in this year-you still have a shot at USC because they're still handing out interviews). Volunteer and shadow some more to build up your application. You're solid from an academic stand point.

 

[ndds]

Your stats are great. Your only problem is that since you took your DAT late, your application wasn't complete until November. That gave thousands of applicants a six-month head start on you.

Apply the first day the application opens next year (if you don't get in this year-you still have a shot at USC because they're still handing out interviews). Volunteer and shadow some more to build up your application. You're solid from an academic stand point.

Thanks a lot!

 

[ndds]

It looks like your stats aren't too bad, so your application could probably most easily be improved through extracurricular activities. Do some shadowing, or join some clubs.

Thanks!