I am a senior in a medical technology program. A degree in medical technology involves taking general classes for 2 years, then being in the program for 2 years, which includes clinical rotations in several hospital laboratories. I will graduate in May. I plan to take organic chemistry and physics over the summer, take the MCAT in August and work as a med. tech. for the next year while I wait to see if I get into med school. For the first two years of college, I had a 3.2 GPA, after getting into the medtech program and taking medical related classes that were more interesting my GPA is now 3.6 and I hope to bring it up to a 3.7 before its over. I don't have much volunteer experience or extracurricular activities. My references are not great. I want to become a doctor more than anything. It is the most rewarding career I can think of. I just want to get into my state med school. I have concerns that I won't, but everyone I know says they are sure I will. What do you think?
2006-09-30 08:17:59 · 7 answers · asked by lori_cone 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health
To get into an American medical school you will need a bachelor's degree.
If you take the reqscience courses in a degree program, and do well, then the professors teaching those courses could write recommendation letters for you.
Aloha
2006-09-30 08:34:16 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Here is the kicker, On top of a MCAT score that is good, you need very good references from at least three of your professors. As for the MCAT, a 30 or above and your chances are really good. You need Organic 1 and 2 and Physics 1 and 2 just to have a chance at scoring well. KAPLAN has a very good study program that will adequatly prepare you for the MCAT. just to tell you, on average, students get in about 1 med school out of every 20 applied to, and the application cost is about 200 dollars per school. So expect total cost to be about 2000 dollars for application fees, a little more for the KAPLAN program, and money for travel to the schools for interviewing. Your interviewing skills need to be stellar. This is not to discourage you by any means, I just want you to be prepared for everything so there is no surprises. it will be worth it in the long run. Good luck.
2006-09-30 15:26:54 · answer #2 · answered by Justin B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have mapped out a fairly good strategy for acceptance. Most medical schools do not require a BS degree. You need to make sure you have taken all prerequisite classes as these vary between schools (independent of there requiring a degree). Your GPA is more than adequate. Most med schools have lowered the average
GPA acceptance and now place more emphasis on the interview and less on GPA. They want more well rounded individuals and interests outside of medicine and school are now evaluated. A 3.4 GPA(if these other parameters present) is adequate.
2006-09-30 16:37:36 · answer #3 · answered by paulrayverrette 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your background seems good to me. Why don't you talk to your faculty adviser and the admissions department of your school(s) of choice to see what they suggest you do.
If you score well on your MCATs, you should be able to get into a medical school somewhere in the USA.
Also, check with your state's medical licensing board and see if there are any foreign schools they recognize as accredited.
2006-09-30 15:33:34 · answer #4 · answered by SPLATT 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think at this present time you just sound insecure and apprehensive, that's all. It will pass! !
Just take in a deep breath a go for it!!
good luck
2006-09-30 15:31:52 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Apply to some schools and see if they accept you!!!
2006-09-30 15:26:17 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It never hurts to try.
2006-09-30 15:20:09 · answer #7 · answered by notsoperfectgentleman 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋