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Does anyone have any suggestions as to where I should apply? My MCAT is a 506, GPA: 3.75 science GPA: 3.5. I have a lot of research experience, a bit of shadowing (DO), and good volunteer hours. Any suggestions? Also, would taking my MCAT again at the end of July be too late in the cycle to make a difference? Thanks!!


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Any DO school you want and your state MD schools. No don't retake.
 
Does anyone have any suggestions as to where I should apply? My MCAT is a 506, GPA: 3.75 science GPA: 3.5. I have a lot of research experience, a bit of shadowing (DO), and good volunteer hours. Any suggestions? Also, would taking my MCAT again at the end of July be too late in the cycle to make a difference? Thanks!!


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Don't even think about retaking if you're aiming for DO.

Your stats won't hold you back from getting into any DO program.
 
I agree with the others. You don't need to retake the MCAT if you're aiming for DO school. Happy applying!