How to get into medical school?
Hi Higu. Getting into medical school is a pretty difficult and tedious process, even harder than being in medical school! With that said, obviously it is not impossible! I'm in medical school now and these are the steps I took to get in. I don't live in Texas, so I'm not sure how the schools work there, but since there are more medical schools in Texas than anywhere else in the nation, you have a better chance of getting in! First, one big misconception is that what you major in matters to the medical admissions board. Wrong. They don't care what you major in- just as long as you excelled in it. Some schools even look for a non-science background. Whatever your major was, make sure you did well in it. And if you get asked a question about why you chose your major (almost everyone does) during the interview, have a good answer portraying that you plan on using it to help you in medicine. For example, a Spanish major could say "I will be able to communicate between with my Hispanic patients", etc. Also, it is good to have some hospital/medical volunteer work under your belt- volunteer at a hospital, do some research work, travel to a foreign country or underserved city nearby and do some volunteer work. It's easy to do-- look up online or call local hospitals. Most people are willing to have you work for them! Another thing you need to do is take the MCAT (a medical school admissions test). Take a few months to study for it, and take some prep classes. Lastly, make some good relationships with people so they can write you awesome recommendations. That is all part of the application process. Good luck! And remember, a lot of people (almost like 50%) don't get in their first time applying so never give up hope! You can email me at: communications_muganis233@yahoo.com if you have more questions.
Med school with mechanical engineering degree?
I plan on applying to medical school with a mechanical engineering degree. I have already completed all the med school prerequisites. (bio, chem, etc) Will my mechanical engineering degree hurt my chances of admission?
Should I even bother applying to medical schools late into the application season (October)?
It puts you at some disadvantage comparing to the applicants that applied early. It also depends on your credentials, in particular, if your credentials have a margin or not. Also depends on where and how widely you are applying. Also if you are URM (underrepresented minority) you get huge break.Here is an example:Let’s say, in October you sent out applications to 15–20 schools that have average GPA 3.65 and MCAT 511 (based an previous year matriculation) while your GPA is 3.9 and MCAT 516 .All other factors being even (good reference letters, interview skills, essay, medical experience, extracurricular, etc) you definitely have good chances to get an interview because you have a big margin comparing to all other applicants;On the other hand, if you apply to the same schools in October and your credentials are below average, i.g. GPA 3.55 and MCAT 508, than you are in a tough place and may not get even an interview invite.October is not too late for highly competitive applicant who applies widely to multiple schools. But by the same token, October may be is too late for the non-competitive candidate whose credentials are non-impressive and who is applying to limited number of schools.Remember, that so far, DO schools still have much lower GPA + MCAT requirements than MD. Based on 2017 matriculation DO average GPA is 3.4 and MCAT is 503, while MD average GPA is 3.67 and MCAT is 510. Big difference!Also DO school interview late in the season, and they love to attract applicants with high scores that did not get into MD schools.It is not uncommon for the applicants who have big margin on their credentials get admitted to MD/DO schools even if they apply late.
Would it be too late to start medical school at 23 years of age?
Thanks for the A2A.I'll answer your question by taking you in the number game.The number game says that most of the people in the US complete their high schools around 18 years of age. 1.Depending on their financial status, they choose what to do next. People with rich dads stick their noses into college without a problem. But people who cannot afford have to earn their way to college.This means student loans or earn it before you enter.We're talking about the “earn it” here. If someone spends 2–3 years in somehow earning all the money for med school, he'll be around 22 or 23 when he starts a med school.2. When someone fails to get admission in their first attempts, they put in more efforts. That means putting in more years, say one or two years extra. So that brings them to 20–21 years when they start med school, close enough, no?So the crux of the matter is that IT JUST DOESNT MATTER AS LONG AS YOU ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT MEDICINE. Otherwise you my friend, some years later will be on your deathbed, realising what you missed in life. So NEVER be afraid to take risks. And NEVER let life take a chance from you. Make a list of everything that you'll do without these factors counting in: •FEAR, FEAR,FEAR.the fear of failing, the fear of being over age, the fear of being bullied, the fear of lacking enough knowledge!!!Cut the fear thing, clear your brain, and make a list of things you'd want yourself to do before you die.And I give you a month to complete all those tasks! Including application in a med school! The white coat is waiting for you! Grow my friend, Grow!
What are my chances of playing in the MLB?
Last year I was a freshman in college but didnt end up playing because I had to go on medical leave after the fall semester. I was slated to make the team after having a decent fall season. This year I will technically still be considered a freshman with four years left of eligibility During my junior year of high school i hit .350 at the plate and i started taking the game seriously.My senior year was cut short by an injury and I was only able to play in two games. The only problem is that in high school I hadn't even been sniffed by a college scout. Its my dream to prolong my baseball career after college. I'm currently at a small D3 college in Ohio and I fear that even if I do put up solid numbers i will still get no exposure. Another problem I face is my size right now. I'm currently 5 10 and only weigh about 150 and dont have to much bulk to me. At 5 10 150, I can absolutely tear the cover off the ball to all fields and im solid defensively in the outfield. This leads me to believe that I still have a ton of potential that could come around if I can get bigger and stronger. Im hoping to do this through a 52 week training program that im currently on. Do I have any realistic shot at someday becoming that good if I play through college? People who have seen me play now would say I have no shot. I feel like a small fish in a big pond and that no matter how hard I try it will never be enough. Could I make it with extreme determination and hard work? I know that I'll have to work harder then i could ever imagine but I'm willing to go to great lengths for this.
Why is the acceptance rate of Medical Schools astoundingly low?
I understand that medical schools must be extremely picky in who they accept, but I recently learned that 50% of average MCAT scorers were accepted and 50% were not. Even in the 80% percentile (above average), around 33% of the students were not accepted into any schools. Is this due to the total college extra-curricular activities taken part in or is there more that I am missing?
If you can't get into med school?
According to the Pinceton Review, in 2003, about 33,000 people applied for about 17,000 available spaces in medical schools in the USA. That's a pretty good chance of getting in. About 21% of applicants to clinical psychology grad programs get in (http://www.psichi.org/pubs/articles/arti... What to do if you don't get in? If you've got a head for the hard sciences (biology, chemistry, physics, statistics) that are required as a pre-med, you will have MANY options available to you. You have a bright future available to you, and I'm envious! You might go on to another professional degree program. As others have suggested, you might go into pharmacy, dental, engineering, chiropractic or actuarial school. You might decide to do a MS or PhD and follow an academic career or a career in applied research. Don't want to spend many years in grad school? Explore the allied health professions - radiography, sonography, respiratory therapy, audiology, orthotics and prosthetics. Maybe you decide that you don't want to go on to any more training after pre-med. There are lots of technician and technologist jobs in clinics and hospitals and in academic settings where an undergrad degree in the sciences would be a real plus. The federal government also hires lots of people who have a degree in anything. Those with a degree in a science field, though, have great opportunities with Uncle Sam. Then again, you might change your mind about what you want to do anyway. My dentist, for example, has a BA in classical studies - who would have thought that classical studies would translate into a successful dental career? Work hard and have confidence in yourself - you'll be able to handle whatever life dishes out to you!
Is it possible to go to med school at 50?
Anything is possible.Getting into medical school and eventually becoming a board certified physician in 7 years (4 years of medical school and at least 3 years of residency) really depends on you.Do you think you have enough brain power and endurance to make it through medical school and residency?Are you willing to study most days, everyday for the next 7 years? When you aren't studying, you will be working long hours in the hospital.You won't have much free time and will spend many days studying at Starbucks, in a library or at home.You will have to memorize and understand a vast amount of information.You have to ask yourself if you are capable of doing that. Be honest with yourself.Take the required premedical classes and see how you do. You may even take a few classes medical students take in their first two years, such as anatomy, physiology or biochemistry.If you find memorizing hard, you should think hard about going to medical school.If you can do well in your premed classes and MCAT, go for it.Medicine requires A LOT of hard work, sacrifice and endurance. Make sure you have enough gas in the tank. If you start now, you will finish by the time you are in your late 50s.Getting through medical school, obtaining a residency and getting your medical license requires you to pass multiple board exams, which aren't easy but doable with a lot of hard work and efficient studying.Don't let your age limit you but you also have to be realistic based on how you do in your premed classes, MCAT or any other science courses you take.Good luck!