endroller78
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General Information:
I'm a first-generation student, and I am currently a student studying biochem, and I originally planned on applying for the 2024 cycle (one gap year). My senior year is about to start soon (2022-2023).
I left some details left unclear for privacy. If you want to know the specifics as to why I want to do medical school, I can direct message if that helps. I personally feel secure in my "why" for my essays, but I need some advice on my stats. I do not have a lot of support in my circles, so any honest input is very much appreciated.
I will be taking the MCAT in January of 2023 after winter break.
My Main Questions:
-After reading Goro's reinvention page, should I do a postbac to enhance my gpa? I believe I can benefit a lot from a formal postbac, and this something I'm willing to do.
-Aside from increasing my clinical hours and maintaining a high MCAT score, what else I could potentially work on in my gap year?
My Stats:
1. cGPA: 3.3 sGPA: 3.0
Note: I failed one organic chemistry class and had to retake it. I have one small upward trend in junior year, but I generally have stagnant Bs in my science courses.
2. Recent Mock MCAT Score: 508 (125/125/128/130), started studying last month
[deleted other stats for privacy]
I know I do not have an official MCAT score yet, but I am grateful for insights in regards to what I have right now, so I can determine whether I should apply to a postbac.
Thanks a ton.
I'm a first-generation student, and I am currently a student studying biochem, and I originally planned on applying for the 2024 cycle (one gap year). My senior year is about to start soon (2022-2023).
I left some details left unclear for privacy. If you want to know the specifics as to why I want to do medical school, I can direct message if that helps. I personally feel secure in my "why" for my essays, but I need some advice on my stats. I do not have a lot of support in my circles, so any honest input is very much appreciated.
I will be taking the MCAT in January of 2023 after winter break.
My Main Questions:
-After reading Goro's reinvention page, should I do a postbac to enhance my gpa? I believe I can benefit a lot from a formal postbac, and this something I'm willing to do.
-Aside from increasing my clinical hours and maintaining a high MCAT score, what else I could potentially work on in my gap year?
My Stats:
1. cGPA: 3.3 sGPA: 3.0
Note: I failed one organic chemistry class and had to retake it. I have one small upward trend in junior year, but I generally have stagnant Bs in my science courses.
2. Recent Mock MCAT Score: 508 (125/125/128/130), started studying last month
[deleted other stats for privacy]
I know I do not have an official MCAT score yet, but I am grateful for insights in regards to what I have right now, so I can determine whether I should apply to a postbac.
Thanks a ton.
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