Is it possible to have a high science GPA and decent MCAT and get into medical school?

Question

I am thinking about getting a second bachelor's in BioChem in order to have the requirements to take the MCAT. I graduated in business for my first bachelor however it was not I began working that I realized I wanted to become a doctor. My GPA from college was not great but I have been taking classes at night and found that I love science (obtained all A's) and believe I can pull off a high science GPA if I go back to school. Do I even have fighting chance to get into medical school?

Answer 1

yes, your situation is not the typical route, but it is not at all unheard of, you have a good chance with your good science grades, especially if you have good GMAT scores and good references too

Answer 2

Of course you've got a fighting chance of getting into med school.

The question will be WHICH med school, and what kind of scholarship you'll get. IF you're hoping for Harvard on a full-ride, then you might be in for a rough ride.

I'd suggest that you have an ADVANTAGE, since you've been out in the "real world" for a while. You definitely found out what God put you on earth to do (your niche, your calling, your thing, etc), and that looks great. Above all, you'll want to do an interview w/ med schools and let them know why your college GPA is a little low, and why that shouldn't matter.

Answer 3

Actually more mature students have some advantages, they often have decided that what their vocation really is and understand much better the implications of embarking on a medical career . If your academic grades are good you will also need to convince the admissions tutor that you are really committed to going back to being a student, with all the long hours, poor pay, lack of social life. If you have a partner make sure they are aware of the implications.

Answer 4

I know that for pharmacy school at least, it isn't ONLY the science classes GPA that matters. They will care about your study habits and grades for all classes.