New MCAT Scoring
So I hear the 2015 MCAT will be scored out of 60, opposed to 45, because of the added sections. How will this translate to the average MCAT scores that schools put out now? For example, CCOM average...
View ArticleDo I have a chance this cycle?
Hi, I apologize in advanced if this is in the wrong thread or is repetitive but I am at a major crossroad. Any comments would be appreciated. MCAT: I took the MCAT twice in 2012, (20: 8 PS, 5 VR, 7 BS...
View ArticleThe importance of Secondaries
What is the importance of secondaries? I feel like schools just automatically send out secondaries without reviewing/ screening applications with the intent to soak up as much money as possible. I...
View ArticleAdd more schools to primary, do they see previous versions of application?
I'm adding a few more schools to my primary application (already verified, and released to 1 school). Since my verification and release, i have made changes to my ECs and PS. Will the new schools, once...
View ArticleShadowing DO, need LOR but applying in next cycle
Leaning toward DO schools, some of them require a DO LOR, im currently shadowing a DO and i dont know how long it'll last. i want to ask him for an LOR ... how do i go about this as i am not applying...
View Article3.49 cGPA, 3.40 sGPA, 25 MCAT (will be retaking), chances?
Hi, I will be applying this application cycle and would appreciate any advice! I have a 3.49 cGPA, 3.40 sGPA, and a 25 MCAT. I just retook the MCAT and I am pretty certain that I did better the second...
View Article2014-2015 Underdawgs Thread
SDN has been very good to me over the past 10 years. Definitely been ups and downs. Someone suggested that a new thread needed to be started so I thought I'd start it my damn self. I stay fairly active...
View ArticleWhen to Send in secondaries
Hey All, I am in a bit of an odd place in terms of timing to send secondaries, I have a 6 year old mcat that is more the acceptable in regards to number but is now out of date for most schools. I am...
View Article2013-2014 Underdawgs Thread ( Lets get it)
So as having been successful in previous years we're opening up the underdogs thread for this medical school admission cycle! I want this to be a place were we can respectfully discuss admissions...
View ArticleTouro Middletown
Hey guys I'm just curious. For those of you accepted into Touro Middletown, are you guys concerned about being part of the inaugural class?
View ArticleLower GPA/MCAT with good experience looking for school suggestions/ideas
Hey guys, I'm looking for school suggestions, I've got low grades and MCAT with good extracurriculars. Here's the quick and dirty: Oregon Resident MCAT 27: 8P/12V/7B GPA 3.3 total, 3.4 science,...
View ArticleDirectly mention OMT/osteopathy in personal statement?
I am writing a different personal statement for my AACOMAS primary application, and I am directly talking about my DO shadowing experience which involves heavy use of OMT. Is this a good idea? I've...
View ArticleAnother Annoying "Where Should I Apply" Thread
Alright, so I'm conflicted. I took the MCAT June 5th and still don't have my score. That being said, my application is complete and I'm just trying to decide where I want to apply. Everyone always says...
View ArticleAOA Board Certified??
I was looking up DO's in the area and a lot of them aren't AOA Board Certified. What does that mean and does that matter if i'm shadowing them? Thanks! :]
View ArticleAsk a second year anything thread - (for upcoming first years)
Hey everyone, I am a new second year student in the D.O. and just finished my first year of medical school successfully. For all you upcoming first year D.O. students if you have any questions about...
View ArticleWhat's the latest date to complete English course?
I posted a similar thread on the MD forum. Basically I have all the prerequisites except English. If I take one in September and one in April, can I still apply this year?
View ArticleNeed help selecting schools for DO!
Score: MCAT 29 (11 PS, 8 VR, 10 BS) GPA: 4 Major: Biochem University: Public DO letter: in progress (currently shadowing and will get the DO letter end of July!) ECS: 1. Board member (Service) 2. Board...
View Article2014-2015 Encouragement thread
I have seen a variety of threads on SDN (underdawgs, panic, vent, chance me, etc), but I haven't seen an encouragement thread. The purpose of this thread is not to post your stats, talk about schools,...
View ArticleSecondary App Strategies
It looked like the vast majority of posts on this subject matter were rather outdated so I wanted to get a new one started for myself and anyone else that cares to check it out. Basically, I just...
View ArticleDO Schools with International Medicine (Global Physician) Focus
I had originally posted this in a "What Are My Chances" thread. I guess I wasn't posting in the right place because I'm not really looking for advice on my chances, but about what schools I should be...
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