William Carey University Biomedical Sciences Program

[Worker Bee]

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I was wondering if anyone is a student in the program and what they thought about it. Has it helped you gain admission into medical school and how much has the program cost you. I got some information that the program was $20,000 for the one year, but I didn't find that amnount on their website and was wondering about that. Any other information would be very helpful such as your experience and thoughts on the faculty.

 

[GraceEuphoria]

I am nearly certain there is a student on here in the program, so I will bump this up so maybe he/she will see it.

 

[Doc D LoveIt]

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I am interested too I would love to know about GRE and MCAT requirements. I have called and left a message, but no response yet. Any help would be great!

 

[jslo85]

Try asking this in the post-bacc section of the SDN forum

 

[acetabulum7]

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I am interested too I would love to know about GRE and MCAT requirements. I have called and left a message, but no response yet. Any help would be great!

I heard that there is an MCAT requirement if you wanted to pursue their Osteopathic program right after. So ideally, you would have to take it this summer if you haven't already. There is no minimum, but they recommend at least a 24-25 or higher and an N in the writing section.

Also, they took 10 students last year, and 7 of them made it out successfully. They will matriculate in the Osteopathic program this Fall. You have to get all As and Bs, though. Of the 3 students that didn't make it, one of them I heard wasn't sure if medicine was right for her, and she ended up not even finishing the program. So it is definitely doable!

 

[Irishfan]

I heard that there is an MCAT requirement if you wanted to persue their Osteopathic program right after. So ideally, you would have to take it this summer if you haven't already. There is no minimum, but they recommend at least a 24-25 or higher and an N in the writing section.

Also, they took 10 students last year, and 7 of them made it out successfully. They will matriculate in the Osteopathic program this Fall. You have to get all As and Bs, though. Of the 3 students that didn't make it, one of them I heard wasn't sure if medicine was right for her, and she ended up not even finishing the program. So it is definitely doable!

I'd definitely recommend the MCAT if you're interested in applying for the program.

 

[acetabulum7]

Also, they took 10 students last year, and 7 of them made it out successfully. They will matriculate in the Osteopathic program this Fall. You have to get all As and Bs, though. Of the 3 students that didn't make it, one of them I heard wasn't sure if medicine was right for her, and she ended up not even finishing the program. So it is definitely doable!

For everyone's information, these numbers aren't entirely correct. Thanks for clearing it up, Irishfan. I guess the thing to take home is, there is still a risk. But if your heart is set on medicine and you dedicate your time wisely (cut off all distractions when you study), this program could certainly work for you.

 

[ahavah]

Has anyone heard anything new about the program? ...If so, please tell.

 

[ahavah]

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I am interested too I would love to know about GRE and MCAT requirements. I have called and left a message, but no response yet. Any help would be great!

Their new website opened this week: http://www.wmcarey.edu/Academics/GraduateStudies/2242/MasterofBiomedicalSc.shtm

 

[daithi]

I talked to the head of admissions for the program a few days ago. I am on the alternate list for the DO school so I was looking for back-up plans. It is a $25 application fee (application is on the graduate admissions page), there is a $750 deposit to hold the seat and the cost of the program is $20,000. They are taking a class of 20 and will be taking the first year medical sctudent classes with the DO students (inclusing the same exams) as well as having a research paper. The program is 10 months long and starts August 23rd when the DO students start.

There is no linkage with the medical school as far as guarenteed interviews/admissions.

The program was started last year with 14 students finishing. The program is designed to be a way to enhance your professional school application. You can take the MCAT, DAT or GRE depending on your professional career choice.

He suggested to me that if my MCAT was in the mid 20s that a less expensive option would be to just retake it.

 

[Irishfan]

He suggested to me that if my MCAT was in the mid 20s that a less expensive option would be to just retake it.

That times a million...

 

[judasreznor]

I talked to the head of admissions for the program a few days ago. I am on the alternate list for the DO school so I was looking for back-up plans. It is a $25 application fee (application is on the graduate admissions page), there is a $750 deposit to hold the seat and the cost of the program is $20,000. They are taking a class of 20 and will be taking the first year medical sctudent classes with the DO students (inclusing the same exams) as well as having a research paper. The program is 10 months long and starts August 23rd when the DO students start.

There is no linkage with the medical school as far as guarenteed interviews/admissions.

The program was started last year with 14 students finishing. The program is designed to be a way to enhance your professional school application. You can take the MCAT, DAT or GRE depending on your professional career choice.

He suggested to me that if my MCAT was in the mid 20s that a less expensive option would be to just retake it.

That times a million...

No kidding. The only reason to do this would be if you have a horrendous GPA, and a questionable MCAT score (you're probably going to be taking it again anyway).

 

[physcigirl27]

(I know this thread is a year old but I don't want to start a new one...)

so...bump

 

[EWO]

Yes. I am interested in the program. Applied last year for Fall 2012 and was denied. I have low gpa AND MCAT and really could benefit from this program. They are very nice though and put me in contact with a current student there who finished the program this year and matriculated into their D.O. class.

My plan is to apply early and take the GRE (so that I can apply early). I will be retaking the MCAT(of course) Spring 2013 (april) and will be taking (14) addl ugrad courses to bring my ugrad to 3.0 (AMCAS version)

No lie, this is a challenging program and I know it is really my last life line...along with the MCAT.

But they have a lot of pluses for a new and upcoming program and the students have performed phenomenally and I believe that is due to the small class size, immersion within medical school, and friendly and supportive staff.

For instance, for new and current Fall 2012 students they have started giving mock interviews and help and assistance with your application.

Also, the student they put me in contact with, let me know they have limited residential rooms that if accepted you can apply for and can live with a roommate but at 500/semester...so 1,000/yr without meal plan

I think small things like that which make a huge difference for someone looking to cut cost associated with grad education, etc is very appealing for people like me.

I wish a few people from the program would come here and just give the ins and outs of it because I would really recommend anyone who have both academic deficits to apply and who is trying to keep costs to minimum and really want somewhere that's supportive and assistive to their professional goals

Wish everyone the best and look forward to perhaps having someone as a classmate for their 2013 class!

 

[EWO]

Here's a new and updated website link for their program...and they have answered a lot of common FAQs http://www.wmcarey.edu/master-biomedical-science-degree-program-0

 

[Mehd School]

There is no point in shelling away $20,000 if you're interested in matriculating into their DO program.

 

[EWO]

There is no point in shelling away $20,000 if you're interested in matriculating into their DO program.

I don't follow. In my opinion if you only need to increase your MCAT then yes, any SMP you can skip and just retake MCAT. I wish I had that problem but I do not. I need both...retake MCAT and re-do academics.

Not sure if you were just making a general statement.

I do plan on applying broadly to both MD and DO schools so it's not really to get into "their" school...but "a" med school. 🙂

 

[advair250]

I think what Mehd School was implying is that, for DO schools it would be much cheaper and easier to just re-do key courses you did bad in, to pull your gpa up to a low 3.x

 

[EWO]

I think what Mehd School was implying is that, for DO schools it would be much cheaper and easier to just re-do key courses you did bad in, to pull your gpa up to a low 3.x

Got ya! Yea. A lot of the DO schools are not in attractive locales...minus the older ones...DMU, CCOM, and PCOM. So that is why I am throwing a few MDs in there...but you never know. I feel the SMP could be a way to not only prove to adcoms but to yourself that you can handle the rigor...just my opinion and my personal reason for pursuing it.

 

[Mehd School]

I think what Mehd School was implying is that, for DO schools it would be much cheaper and easier to just re-do key courses you did bad in, to pull your gpa up to a low 3.x

Bingo. If you're content for DO there isn't much reason for you to pursue an SMP.

Got ya! Yea. A lot of the DO schools are not in attractive locales...minus the older ones...DMU, CCOM, and PCOM. So that is why I am throwing a few MDs in there...but you never know. I feel the SMP could be a way to not only prove to adcoms but to yourself that you can handle the rigor...just my opinion and my personal reason for pursuing it.

MD is a totally different story. Many people have matriculated due to SMP's. To me, it's not worth the risk. Now if some of those classes transferred over and you didn't have to retake them once you matriculate, I'd be whistling a different tune.

 

[coolguy5]

Hi,

Is anyone applying to this year's cycle?