How to Explain Dropping Grades in Secondaries
Hello Everyone:
My application right now, in my opinion, is not too strong, but not abysmal. 513 MCAT(127/128/128/130), 3.6 GPA, enough shadowing, several non-clinical volunteering, EMT certification.
However, my GPA is my primary concern. I did fairly well in high school: near 4.0 GPA, 36 ACT, etc. and I did fairly well in my first two years of college, 3.8 GPA, but in junior year, my grades tanked. I got a C in Molecular Biology twice, and I really don't know how to explain this and/or...
How to Explain Dropping Grades in Secondaries (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - August 25, 2016 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: RenegadeOkapi Source Type: forums
Couple questions regarding science classes
Hi there SDN, I'm an incoming freshman. I want to be able to take my MCAT after my sophomore year.
I got a 4 on my Biology AP, so I'm going to claim credit for it.
Freshman 1st semester: Chemistry I
Freshman 2nd semester: Chemistry II & Mechanics
Freshman summer: Organic Chemistry I
Sophomore 1st semester: Organic Chemistry II
Sophomore 2nd semester: Biochemistry I
My junior and senior year I'll be taking upper level sciences classes (genetic, molecular, w/e)
Do you guys think my plan...
Couple questions regarding science classes (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - August 14, 2016 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: rambojoe Source Type: forums
How do you guys avoid overthinking or underthinking a question and avoiding dumb errors in general?
I had a question yesterday that said something along the lines of:
A patient has a mutation in an enzyme required for purine synthesis, which of the following pathways will be directly affected?
A) DNA replication
B) RNA transcription
C) Both
D) Neither
This is a simple question, especially for a guy like me with a molecular biology degree. I have all of the necessary knowledge to answer this. In spite of that I got it wrong.
At first I was like, "clearly both processes need purines so...
How do you guys avoid overthinking or underthinking a question and avoiding dumb errors in general? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - August 7, 2016 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: cantcatchme Source Type: forums
I really don't want to take a biology course that has to do with animals
I understand that if I get into med school, I'll have to learn a lot about human biology. I want to learn about plants right now. So I have a question. My state med school requires 1 semester of "general zoology/biology with laboratory" and 1 semester of "Genetics, Cellular biology, or Molecular biology". It also says that AP exams are acceptable if a subsequent higher course is taken for a grade.
Do you guys think that I could take some plant science classes instead of this stuff? Would a...
I really don't want to take a biology course that has to do with animals (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - August 1, 2016 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: tskbdmnd Source Type: forums
Biology help!!!
Do microbiology genetics and cell and molecular biology help a lot on the bio section of the mcat or can I wait to take them until after? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - July 31, 2016 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: TheRealBaller06 Source Type: forums
Brand New TBR Bio I and II (updated for MCAT2015) for sale
Hey guys! I'm selling a completely new set of TBR Bio I (Physiology) and II (Molecular Cell Biology) books. They are the latest edition of the bio set (2015). I bought them at the end of last summer in addition to all of the sets that I already had (Kaplan, EK, TPR) in case I didn't do well on the MCAT my first time around and needed some new material to study for a re-take. I ended up not needing them, so they're completely new and unused. As you guys probably know, the original cost from...
Brand New TBR Bio I and II (updated for MCAT2015) for sale (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - July 21, 2016 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: ysquared Source Type: forums
2.68 cgpa 2.0 sgpa Retake classes or do an SMP program? DO school
Hello,
I am an undergrad with an overall gap of 2.68 and science gpa of 2.0. I have 37 credits worth of science pre req left (orgo, biochem, cell bio, micro, genetics, molecular bio, etc) to complete the bachelors in biology. In the beginning of college I struggled and did not seek help, and that is evident in my poor gpa. Now I have developed stronger studying skills and am more motivated, so my gpa has shown an upward trend.
I am interested in applying to DO schools in the future,...
2.68 cgpa 2.0 sgpa Retake classes or do an SMP program? DO school (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - July 16, 2016 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: jj1445 Source Type: forums
What schools offer tracks in genetic or molecular epidemiology?
Interested in molecular/genetic epidemiology and computational biology and bioinformatics approaches to disease and health. What schools are strong in these areas? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - June 17, 2016 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: numbersloth Source Type: forums
Gently Used MCAT Prep Books For Sale
The Berkeley Review Books 2012 Edition: $150 for the entire set + shipping
1. Physics Part I: Sections I-V
2. Physics Part II: Sections VI-X
3. Organic Chemistry Part I: Sections I-IV
4. Organic Chemistry Part II: Sections V-VIII
5. Biology Part I: Physiology: Sections I-V
6. Biology Part II: Molecular Cell Biology: Sections VI-X
7. General Chemistry Part I: Sections I-V
8. General Chemistry Part II: Sections VI-X
Examkrackers 1001 Questions in MCAT: $15 each +...
Gently Used MCAT Prep Books For Sale (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - June 11, 2016 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: IndianaPremed Source Type: forums
BME v. Molecular Biology
Hi everyone,
I will be a freshman undergrad this fall and am having a world of difficulty deciding whether to major in Biomedical Engineering or Molecular Biology / Genetics.
I am pre-med, and I know that GPA is incredibly important, and that a Bio major is likely easier than BME. However, a BME major may look better and harder to an admissions committee, easing the chances of admissions and that there is a correlation between BME and higher MCAT scores.
I want to major in something...
BME v. Molecular Biology (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - June 8, 2016 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: pioneer22 Source Type: forums
3.93 GPA, 3.90 sGPA, 33 MCAT, moderate E.Cs: Chance me/ Recommend schools
Hello all,
Here are my stats and extracurriculars. I was hoping someone could give me advice on where to apply. I have provided my current list below. I graduated from my state school last Fall. I'm applying to MD programs only.
STATS
GPA=3.93
sGPA= 3.9
MCAT=33
Extracurriculars:
-Immunology lab manager/ researcher: 3,700 hrs (my current employment)
-Undergraduate researcher in cell biology: 500hrs
-Molecular biology RSO: Tutor and Committee member: 120 hrs...
3.93 GPA, 3.90 sGPA, 33 MCAT, moderate E.Cs: Chance me/ Recommend schools (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - June 8, 2016 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: S.T.D MD Source Type: forums
Biology Degree (Molecular and Cellular) Year 1 Newcastle Uni
Forum: Biology, biochemistry and other life sciences university courses
Posted By: porsche200471
Post Time: 26-05-2016 at 22:37 (Source: The Student Room)
Source: The Student Room - May 26, 2016 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: forums
Thoughts on my list of schools (First Post)
Hello everyone,
I have been on SDN a lot but haven`t seen a post that specifically addresses my application. I was hoping I could get some brief advice on my school list based on my scores + ECs. From what I see, my biggest weaknesses are the 9 in Verbal and mediocre ECs. Trying to make up for this with a brilliant PS. Thanks!
Personal Info: Mixed Race (Not URM), Male, California Resident
Major: BS Cell & Molecular Biology, BS Anthropology
School: Middling Private School
cGPA: 3.7
sGPA:...
Thoughts on my list of schools (First Post) (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - May 13, 2016 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Doctorby2020 Source Type: forums
School List Help Please :)
Hey everyone, I know there are so many of these out already but I'd really appreciate the help. Currently a junior at a top public university in CA, 3.97 sGPA, 3.97 cGPA, 515 MCAT (129 C/P, 126 CARS, 131 B/BC, 129 P/S). Molecular Biology major, German minor.
Extracurriculars:
-Have 1.5 years of research experience on a cancer biology research project that should hopefully be published this summer with some form of authorship
-150+ hours of hospital volunteering at both front desk and ER...
School List Help Please (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - May 7, 2016 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: MDSteel Source Type: forums
Critique School List
Hello all,
Although initially I wanted to apply to more, I won't financially be able to manage more than ~25 schools. I have 17 here that I think are solid and I want to nail down the list so that I can start pre-writing secondaries ASAP. Looking for any additions/deletions that you might have.
My application:
White male, IL resident. Re-applicant.
GPA: ~3.85 depending on last semester. sGPA should be roughly the same. Double major molecular biology and chemistry
MCAT: 31
-About 400...
Critique School List (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - May 3, 2016 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: bananafish94 Source Type: forums
