Originally posted by Odie:
The friend I am referring to is a caucasian and no one in her family gives large sums of money to anyone, although she comes from a rich family.
Everyone's advice has been great. The biggest problem I face is the fact that she doesn't or hasn't done any research on the whole medical school process. She just expect to get in. Everyone else that I know that wants to get into medical school has books and other resources to get lots of advice and information on the whole process. It's almost second nature to my other friends on what to do. But as for this other girl, she is oblivious to it all. And, she doesn't want to do anything about it either. She has seen one of my books, but hasn't asked to look at it. I dunno know what to do. At this point, I am just going to let her do whatever she wants, and come to terms with reality when it hits.
Honestly, I don't think she is going to get in. As for the idea of closet genius, I have known her for three years...I don't think it applies. MCATs are around the corner, yet she hasn't studied. This summer, she has planned a trip to Europe, and not do what most students do (internship,volunteer, research).
Confused as ever,
Odie
[This message has been edited by Odie (edited 03-14-2000).]