texas

  1. M

    Dell vs UTSW 2019

    Both are great schools, and I loved the interview day, facilities, and meeting the students. However, I am torn between the two - which to rank as my #1. I am not entirely sure which specialty I will be going for, but there's a high chance I would like to do something like Derm, Optho, or...
  2. DoctorOrdinary

    What is a proper OOS school connection?

    Not a typical WAMC post but more of a question about the more in-state friendly public schools such as ones in Texas and Cali. I'm a Florida resident and have family (1st cousins) in Texas who I visit once every year or every other year. I also have a close relative in Cali that just recently...
  3. U

    No texas interview [texas resident]

    Primaries submitted end of June Secondaries submitted end of July and first week of August MCAT: 512 [128 x 128 x 128 x 128] GPA: 3.6 cumulative and 3.6 science with upward trend and A's in most upper levels Do I have a chance or no? Edits: - 3 semesters teaching assistant (biology) and...
  4. omalleyalley

    No Interviews yet- Update Letter + Additional LORs?

    Hi SDN! [please don't quote, I intend to delete some identifiers in heeyah] I would appreciate any advice/feedback you knowledgeable people can give! I submitted secondaries pretty late (Sept 8-25). I got lots of excuses but that's what they are- excuses, and I definitely will be submitting...
  5. Stoppingtheworld

    2019 Joint Admission Medical Program (JAMP)

    Hello everyone, I wanted to create this thread for the 2019 JAMP applicants to talk about their stats, results, and provide overall support while we wait for the committee to make decisions. Feel free to hop in! Also, current JAMPers' advice and wisdom are greatly appreciated too!
  6. K

    WAITING GAME IS KILLING ME!!!!!

    Its been 57 days since I got verified and its KILLING me that i havent heard back from any of the schools that i applied to (since paying for supplementary fee) Has anyone heard anything back from TWU, UNT, UTMB (rejected) , USF, Duke (invited for interview) ??? let me know!
  7. D

    OOS Bias Against Texas Residents

    ORM TX Resident (3.95 sGPA, 3.96 cGPA, 518 MCAT) 23 MD, 23 secondaries, 6 IIs (TX only), 3 Rs (OOS only), silence from everywhere else. All secondaries complete mid-late July. Should I expect any OOS interviews at this point? All OOS schools were Top 30 schools. I've been hearing more about how...
  8. L

    Study partner needed step2 ck Dallas

    Hello! Anyone need a study buddy?
  9. F

    MD Chances for TX schools: 4.0/518

    I've been reading on SDN for a long time, but this is my first actual post. I'm going into my final year of undergrad, and I am hoping to get advice on how to improve my application. I am somewhat nontraditional (I actually don't know whether my app is considered nontraditional or how it exactly...
  10. C

    MD & DO Getting nervous.. Should I apply OOS? TMDSAS Non-trad - 3.18 cGPA. 4.0 post-bac. 509 MCAT. Good ECs

    I've tried to figure out what chances I have for in-state, but I'm having trouble calculating what my odds are, given my significant post-bacc work, leadership experience, and job history. Anyone have any ideas how a solid year and a half of 4.0 post-bacc influences things like lizzyM and WARS...
  11. T

    What are my chances-Texas late applicant

    Hello all! I am having major anxiety about my late TEXAS application and was wondering if maybe I should retract my application and wait to apply next cycle...opinions, thoughts, ideas?? Stats: Overall GPA: 3.75 BCPM GPA 3.71 Non-BCPM GPA: 3.78 MACT: 516 - Chemical and Physical...
  12. B

    Texas PT 2018-2019 wave

    Howdy! I haven't seen a thread for Texas PT apps this wave, just thought I'd kick it off. Feel free to post your stats, interviews, questions, updates, and overall moral support for everyone as we all wait on the edge of our seats for the next several months:thumbup: Good luck everyone! Also if...
  13. B

    Texas vs Ohio Residency

    I am a non-traditional applicant, and have been working as an engineer in Ohio until I get my MCAT score up to make myself a competitive applicant. I wanted to ask if anybody on here has any experience with the Texas Medical and Dental Schools Application Service. I have been looking to...
  14. T

    Chances for Texas Schools + School advice for anything out of state?

    cGPA: 3.75 sGPA: 3.66 (C in BIO 112, I struggled with my method of approach, but definitely learned from that) MCAT: 510 (130/126/125/129) Major: Biomedical Sciences Minors: Business and Neuroscience Research: Research assistant in a neuroscience lab at Texas A&M's medical school Working on a...
  15. S

    522 MCAT/Low GPA: Am I too far down the hole?

    I graduated recently with a Bio degree in TX. I'll spare everyone the sob story and details--other than stats. cGPA: 2.6 sGPA: 2.4 MCAT: 522 (took it May) ECs: 1 publication, plenty of shadowing and clinical volunteer hours. Most of my pre-reqs were Cs, (F in orgo1, retook for a C, D in Bio2...
  16. SOAPsucks222

    THOUGHTS? starting now and taking MCAT in August

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  17. D

    519 & 3.96 - Cali schools? Baylor?

    Hi! I just applied for this 2019 cycle and I would greatly appreciate some input as to which schools to strike from my current list and which schools to add. I'm interested in going to school in California, but I know that's a pretty tough sell for OOS students. Particularly those who do not...
  18. D

    MD Where should I apply? Chances at Baylor?

    Hi! I just applied for this 2019 cycle and I would greatly appreciate some input as to which schools to strike from my current list and which schools to add. I'm interested in going to school in California, but I know that's a pretty tough sell for OOS students. Particularly those who do not...
  19. M

    Tips for retaking/Should I retake the MCAT? 507, 3.91 GPA

    I can't decide if I should retake it or when would be the best time to retake it. I'm a Texas resident and am planning on mainly applying in state. I am confident that I could do better if I study more because I only studied for 1.5 months the first time around. I could retake it on July 21 and...
  20. M

    What are my chances?

    Hey guys I am about to take my mcat friday :( Latest FL2 i got 508 130/123/129/126, cars score is terrifying me, I'm applying to all schools in Texas as a Texas resident as well Im an URM (Hispanic). Ive done al ot of volunteering @ a hospital350+ and will continue all summer probably get...
  21. A

    Flex vs. Hybrid DPT programs

    What is your opinion on Flex vs. Hybrid DPT programs for a non-traditional DPT student. I have two young kids, my husband is unable to relocate at the moment, and there is only one traditional, affordable program close by (Texas State, in Round Rock, about 1.5 hour commute with traffic). It's...
  22. P

    Advice for upcoming medical cycle - Texas applicant

    Last cycle, I was severely undereducated about the application process. Thus, I am trying to figure out the complete logistics for my upcoming application. I aim to keep my expectations realistic. This past cycle, naive me, decided to apply to all the medical schools in TX (in September) with a...
  23. D

    *~*~*TMDSAS 2019*~*~*

    TMDSAS opened on May 1, 2018 Interview/Acceptance/Rejection School: Notification date: Interview/Acceptance/Rejection date: Method of notification: TMDSAS mail-out date: Application received date: GPA (BCPM, Overall): DAT (AA/TS/PAT/Reading/any section below a 17): Try to use this format when...
  24. C

    Acceptance into a Texas DPT program?

    My stats Prereq: 3.73 (I think it slightly varies per school, depending on their pre-reqs. I have 2 B's.) Overall: 3.87 Last 60: 3.82 Observation hours: Will have 400 in 6 diff settings I also have various awards, research, meaningful volunteering projects, and leadership positions in student...
  25. K

    Other OT-Related Information UTMB, UTHSCSA Acceptances

    Hey Everyone! I will be applying to OT school this summer and my top two choices are UTMB and UTHSCSA. I was wondering if those of you that have been accepted can share their stats. I just want to see how competitive I am and what else I can do to be a better candidate. Thank you!!
  26. P

    Pre med OOS application advice

    I would love some advice on how to improve my chances of getting accepted into medical school. I'm finishing up my associates degree in Biology this quarter and will be graduating from my community college with a 3.89. This is with some minor setbacks, I did decide to audit Organic Chemistry...
  27. thegrind33

    Texas Medical Schools

    I have been digging through the stats on the latest MSAR and I noticed a strong increase in stats among Texas schools. Now I know stats across the country at other schools increased as well, but man some of these Texas schools really jumped (Texas A&M, UTH, UTSA, UTD, Tech to name a few). So my...
  28. EmDeeAZ

    Undergrad School Choice Premed--HELP!

    Hi, I recently received all of my undergrad college admissions decisions and need to make my school choice very soon. I intend on studying biomedical engineering (or bioengineering) on the premed track. I really want to be a doctor. My top options are: M.I.T., University of Virginia, UC...
  29. polygondust

    What's the deal on residency when you relocate just before an application cycle?

    QUESTIONS: 1. What happens to your residency status when you move just before an application cycle starts? 2. With the fact that I am 2 years out of undergrad in mind, is it worthwhile to take more time off to gain financial independence and establish Texas residency since I want to end up there...
  30. D

    DO WAMC (asking for a friend), 3.5 gpa, 500 mcat, Tx Resident

    Hi all, I am actually asking for my friend. What are her chances at DO schools? Could anyone also critique the school list? She is particularly interested in her chances at TCOM. Thanks! GPA: 3.55c, 3.45s MCAT: 500 Tx resident Research: 2.5 years (?) will update when confirmed Community...
  31. bigeman101

    TMDSAS Personal Characteristics Essay

    Hey everyone, Does anyone have some suggestions for the personal characteristics essay for the TMDSAS? Would you recommend starting with a story (like the personal statement) that shows the characteristics and then elaborating on them with a couple paragraphs? Or should I approach it like a...
  32. I

    Can I get TMDSAS TX residency through sibling?

    I'm 22 and I've been living with my older sibling (age 24) for the majority of last year. My older sibling is claiming me as a dependent on his tax return since he is a qualifying relative and I've earned less than $4000 for the tax year. My older sibling is a TX residency through employment...
  33. S

    MD & DO What are my chances - 3.73 cGPA, no MCAT yet

    Morning, here are my stats: GPA = 3.73, sGPA = 3.59 Scheduled to take MCAT in May (thinking June might be better), highest practice was a 506 (127/126/127/126). US Citizen, TX Resident Asian female Undergraduate Institution: Texas A&M University Major: Biomedical Sciences Minors: Business and...
  34. C

    2018 - SGU Clinical Selection for Texas Residency

    My wife is currently in term 5 and is finalizing clinical rotation selections. From what I’ve read Texas has specific ACGME clinical requirements for obtaining residency in Texas. My question is how are we to choose an affiliated hospital if not ALL rotations are ACGME accredited for one single...
  35. T

    Organic II Lab Online?

    Hello everyone! I am planning on applying for the 2018-2019 cycle, but I had a quick question that I need some opinions about. i have completed organic 1 and 2 and organic 1 lab at my university, but not organic 2 lab. My degree plan requires it, but the medical schools that I am applying to...
  36. SOAPsucks222

    can this non-science majors class count as a bio pre req? (TMDSAS)

    A couple years ago I took Biology for non-science majors. 4 hour course with a lab. (TCCCN=Biol 1408) Does anyone know if this can count as a biology pre-req for med school in texas? I know this is probably a dumb question, but worth an ask. Otherwise, assuming Biochem can't count, I will have...
  37. S

    UIWSOM 2018 incoming students

    Hi guys! I was accepted into UIWSOM and will be starting in the fall of 2018 so I just wanted to get in contact with some of my future classmates to talk about anything related to UIWSOM and maybe get in contact with anyone looking to find a room mate for this fall. I interviewd January 19
  38. D

    UT AUSTIN vs UW SEATTLE

    I've been trying to compare these two great schools but would really like the community's input for the pros and cons/ experiences from each college. I am an out of state applicant to both schools. It would be my first time at both locations. My goal is to get into an inpatient residency and...
  39. H

    DAT Study buddy in Houston, Missouri City, or Sugarland Texas area.

    Hello guys! Having a study buddy/group can be very helpful getting ready for the DAT. So if you’re interested in studying with me, inbox me :) Houston, Missouri City, Sugarland Texas
  40. E

    MD & DO Texas applicant, nontraditional, low gpa, severe upward trend-what are my chances?

    I am reposting to try and get responses. Brutal honesty is appreciated. Hispanic overall GPA 2.72 science GPA 3.83 mcat TBD I graduated in 2010 with a BA in psychology with a 2.5 gpa. I’ve taken all of my prerequisites so far at a community college, as money is a big factor. I’m almost done...
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