International Medical School Applicant

Hi everyone! I am currently a freshman pursuing a B.S. in Biomedical Engineering. I really would like to go to medical school for my M.D., but I am hearing from a lot of people admission is very difficult for international students. My permanent residency has been pending since 2011 so I am still considered an international student going to school in the state of New Jersey. How much of a bearing does my status as an international student have on my admissions decision?
Source: Student Doctor Network - Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Tags: What Are My Chances? WAMC Medical Source Type: forums