schools for non trad applicants?

[MHC]

Just looking for some friendly advice.

I am an older applicant (33- not that old but "non traditional,") I have a solid MCAT, but fairly low science gpa, and low-ish undergrad gpa. I've made it up with grad school (close to 4.0-but non-science major). I also have a lot of ECs.

I've already received acceptances to the better off-shore schools-St. Georges and AUC, but my interviewer at St. Georges stated that I should give stateside schools a shot.

I know this is probably the most annoying question that re-occurs on these boards but...

Where do you suggest I apply? What schools will see an upward trend in scholastic work over the years and are happy to accept the non-trad student?

Any input would be great.

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[BerkeleyPremed]

Exactly how "low" is low? In other words...if you could post your undergraduate BCPM GPA and your undergrad overall GPA...that would help. Also...how solid is the MCAT? If it's 35+, it should help to balance out the undergraduate performance. I think you should definitely give the US schools a shot before heading off to "Universidad **insert location here.**" Best of luck in the admissions process. I hope you're admitted to the school of your choice.

 

[LoneCoyote]

I am slightly non-trad myself and had several friends who were older, in their late 20's - 40's when i was working on post-bac stuff. Some of the schools that were recommended to them as being more non-trad friendly were Michigan State, Vermont, Temple, Drexel, and Mt. Sinai. I have heard really good things about Michigan State for non-trads and I know a family friend who turned down Columbia to go to Temple because she felt more comfortable there as an older (30+) student. Also, state schools and DO schools are often receptive to older applicants, especially if you have lived in the state for a long time and want to do primary care there. Hope that helps a bit. Good luck!