Two years off before medical school. What should I do?
So, I recently graduated in the Spring of 2014. I got my EMT-B license so that I can eventually work as an ER Tech. Currently I am studying for the MCAT which is in a few weeks. I plan on applying to...
View ArticleIf you lived a moderate distance from MCAT site, did you get a hotel room?
I live about 50 miles from my MCAT test site and my test is at 8 am. It's in the city so there is a ton of traffic at that time, of course. Since it's the city, hotels cost around $300 - $400 per night...
View ArticleCRNA. vs. years in post-bac to become DO doctor in Anesthesia?!
I have gotten into several Accelerated Nursing programs. I graduated from a UC with an undergraduate 2.34cgpa. It will take me several years as a post-bac, maybe an SPecial medical master's, and a...
View ArticleScored ~3 points below AAMC average on MCAT
Hey guys, I received my MCAT scores last night and got a 23 (8/7/8), and Im pretty shocked. My AAMC practice test average was about a 26.5. My average for 9-11 was a 28.6. So obviously I scored well...
View ArticleSecond fee? Nova?
My AACOMAS application has been verified two days ago, and I've been waiting for the "Release dates appear next to schools." and they haven't yet. I then received an email today saying that NSU...
View ArticleDo Psychology classes count toward sGPA now?
It looks like they are now under "behavioral sciences" now. So is that a yes? I was a psychology major, so I'm curious.
View ArticleNotification of decisions
Hello all! Generally speaking, if you are complete early and do not hear about an interview as some others have, what is the likelihood that you have been rejected? Thanks for the help.
View ArticleAn interesting article on the right to die
I am usually not one for the opinions pages of CNN, but this is a good article and brings up some interesting points. I feel like an article such as this can make someone appreciate the "right to die"...
View ArticleDOs... In SPACE!
Well, he doesn't actually go up but he works closely with NASA projects. I thought this would be nice to share if anyone was interested....
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KCUMB vs. WVSOM
View attachment 186081 I have been back and forth over this for the past few weeks. I found this spreadsheet that I thought would help, but as you can see KCUMB and WVSOM are tied for me, and even...
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Is there anything I can do?
I submitted my secondary apps about few weeks. Got one post-secondary rejection, and still waiting to hear something from other schools that I applied. My GPA is around 3.25 .. but I am retaking few...
View ArticleGoro's guide to the DO school app process
OK, it's app season, and I've already addressed things that will be common concerns to any applicant (MD or DO). See this thread:...
View ArticleNew MCAT December Test Date
Just wanted to let people know that there is a new test date for December 6th in certain areas, for those that haven't registered or looking to take the original exam before the change!
View ArticleStruggling to Stand Out
Hi Pre-DO, I just got my MCAT back and I got 7/12/9 = 28. That seems to be a fairly average number for getting into DO schools. My ideal school is PNWU due to proximity and mission, but after attending...
View ArticleHas Anyone taken UNE's Online Biochemistry Course?
I was wondering if anyone has taken this course, or has heard anything from somebody who has taken this course? If so did you get a lot out of the course? Would you recommend somebody else to take the...
View ArticleFREAKING OUT. How long are MCAT scores valid?
So I took the MCAT 8/17/12 and am applying this cycle for entry in fall 2015. Originally, I thought this would be fine because it's within the 3 year mark, but then I started seeing the wording more as...
View Article3.25 Science requirement KCUMB
What will happen if I drop below the 3.25 science requirement that KCUMB has after getting an acceptance? Do any other schools do this?
View ArticleDec MCAT late for this cycle?
hey guys, I have an old score of 24 on the mcat, and i was planning on retaking. I was wondering whether the December 6 mcat would be late for this cycle? I already submitted the primary and assuming i...
View ArticleAm I too late?
In High School I guess you could label me as an underachiever? I graduated with barely a 2.0 (seriously it was absolutely horrible). When I graduated I knew college was my chance to start over and I...
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