2020 DAT breakdown and tips ( 26AA / 25 TS / 20 PAT )
Hi y'all! So I just took my DAT yesterday, after it being prolonged for 2 months (due to COVID-19). I know a lot of us have faced difficulty in terms but scheduling our exams, but just hang in there! I read a lot of helpful DAT-related threads on SDN when I was studying, so I wanted to share my feedback as well. Here's the breakdown of my test:
Biology: 30
General Chemistry: 24
Organic Chemistry: 22
PAT: 20
Reading: 30
QR: 24
TS: 25...
2020 DAT breakdown and tips ( 26AA / 25 TS / 20 PAT ) (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - June 17, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: runnerdoc922 Tags: DAT Discussions Source Type: forums
Is the The Berkeley Review updated?
I currently have the 2012,2010,2012 versions of the berkley review books in PDF for organic chem, gen chem, and physics - respectively. The reason is because i prefer PDF than actual books. I was wondering if these versions are okay to use for the current MCAT? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - June 14, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: supastudier2000 Tags: MCAT: Medical College Admissions Test Source Type: forums
MD or PhD?
Hello,
I am an undergraduate student majoring in Cell and Molecular Biology and minoring in Public Health and Chemistry. I just finished my second year. I was pre-med when I first entered college, but am now thinking about going to grad school for a PhD for a few reasons:
I have a deep interest in cell biology, biochemistry, and organic chemistry and would love to explore these subjects through grad school. I don’t think I would like memorizing the massive volume of information...
MD or PhD? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - June 11, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: confused undergrad Tags: Pre-Medical - MD Source Type: forums
Tackling Chem and Physics in unique situation
Hello Guys and Gals,
I am planning to take the MCAT in August, So far, What I have done so far is gone through and taken notes/Made ankis for Kaplan Biochemistry, Kaplan Biology, and for Khan Academy Psychology/Sociology/300 pg doc. I've taken the courses for all of these subjects and feel relatively confident. I've also taken organic chemistry and plan on reading the Kaplan book and taking notes/Anki too. Each book takes me about 4-6 days to get through. My question is... What do I do for...
Tackling Chem and Physics in unique situation (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - June 6, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: supastudier2000 Tags: MCAT: Medical College Admissions Test Source Type: forums
How to prepare for orgo 2?
I just want to do well in the course. Would studying organic chemistry as a second language second semester topic help or should I review orgo 1 material or study ochem mcat books? Are there any other resources to pre-study for orgo 2? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - June 2, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Ks333 Tags: Pre-Medical - MD Source Type: forums
gen chem
On the last quarter of gen chem, I earned a 1.7 and I can take a hardship withdraw (due to health reasons) from it but a 1.7 (C-) is considered a passing at our university. It brought my gpa down. I'm unsure of whether I should retake the course or continue to organic chem. I really want to go to dental school. (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - May 29, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: aliaya255 Tags: Pre-Dental Source Type: forums
Taking Organic Chemistry I and II this summer and considering doing volunteering as well
I am a rising sophomore who is going to be taking orgo this summer (as is common with premeds at my school). My class involves lecture every weekday and a test on Tuesdays each week. It will be held online due to COVID-19 and the lab component of it will be held at school during the fall (if school reopens by then).
I'm thinking about doing volunteering at my local Food Bank or at Meals on Wheels but would like to know if doing such volunteering is advisable or if I should be fully...
Taking Organic Chemistry I and II this summer and considering doing volunteering as well (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - May 26, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: yeetus Tags: Pre-Medical - MD Source Type: forums
Nontraditional (Young) Applicant WAMC and School List Help!!
Education
Undergraduate Institution: Southeast Missouri State University-Rising Senior
Major: Biomedical Science
MCAT: (Haven't taken yet, but average AAMC FL score of 518 129/131/130/128 across 4 exams under STC)
cGPA 4.00 | sGPA 4.00
Credits Applied: 94
Upper level sciences: Advanced Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physiological Psychology, Animal Physiology, Microbiology
Ethnicity/Gender: White/Male
State of Residence: MO
Clinical...
Nontraditional (Young) Applicant WAMC and School List Help!! (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - May 22, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: SciencyFriend Tags: What Are My Chances? WAMC Medical Source Type: forums
I passed no passed my classes for the 2020 spring semester, was that a bad decision?
Hello! I'm a sophomore (entering my fifth semester now) pre-medical student and I just finished my fourth semester at my undergraduate institution. My school decided to go default pass no pass grading for Spring 2020 due to covid-19, with graded choices being an option, and I decided to go pass no pass. I've been really concerned that I made a bad decision, as I was taking Organic Chemistry I, with Lab, and opted to go Pass no Pass as I found the transition online with the class very...
I passed no passed my classes for the 2020 spring semester, was that a bad decision? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - May 17, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Underdog147 Tags: Pre-Medical - MD Source Type: forums
DAT prepping: AP chemistry as my only background general chemistry knowledge
Hello,
I am currently a third year who is planning on studying for the DAT at some point near winter 2021 or summer 2021. I have taken Organic chem 1 and 2. Before applying to my university, I had taken the AP chemistry test in high school, and did alright enough to not have to take the Gen Chem 1 course. At my university, Gen chem 1 and 2 material are in the same semester of the Gen chem 1 course. The Gen Chem 2 course is considered Analytical chemistry. I think it has some Gen chem 2...
DAT prepping: AP chemistry as my only background general chemistry knowledge (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - May 15, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: BlueDime Tags: Pre-Dental Source Type: forums
WAMC-lower GPA
Hello,
I am currently about to complete my undergraduate degree with a bachelors in biology and a minor in psychology. My academic record is completely the best: I have a nine C's (in gen chem, a psychology class, and calculus), first time i took calculus I got a D (second time I took it i got a C), first time I took microbiology I got a D (second time I took it i got a B+), I got a D+ in both organic chemistry 1 + 2, and four W's, I have taken gen chem 1 twice, taken genetics three times...
WAMC-lower GPA (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - May 11, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: kmgh1019 Tags: What are my Chances? WAMC Veterinary Source Type: forums
Current PharmD student wanting to pursue PhD
A little about myself: I'm a P2 with IHS (this summer's IPPE), compounding pharmacy and retail experience. I have great leadership experience with NCPA and APhA and am highly involved in student organizations. I also have research experience in immunotoxicology (pathways in asthma biochemistry) and some chem labs (organic synthesis) although I have not been published, plus this summer I'm working with a PharmD to publish a few meta-analyses/lit reviews in psych pharmacy.
I think I would...
Current PharmD student wanting to pursue PhD (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - May 9, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: natedizzle721 Tags: Pharmacy Source Type: forums
Online Organic 2: anyone have experience?
Hello everyone, this is my first post. I am a non-traditional pre-med student (post-bacc). I have been in banking/finance for over 17 years and will be taking the MCAT in May 2021 and applying to Med Schools (some MD, some DO) June 2021.
Unfortunately, due to scheduling conflicts I cannot take both Organic 2 and Biochem I this fall semester (unless it goes online). I have already reached out to the Medical Schools I am most interested in to request if they will accept online Organic...
Online Organic 2: anyone have experience? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - May 7, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: IndubitablyMe Tags: Nontraditional Students Source Type: forums
Will a W look bad on my dental school application?
Hey guys, so I've been struggling in my Organic Chemistry class this semester and I was really depending on doing well on my last 2 exams. However, the COVID situation happened and all of my classes shifted online. And to prevent cheating, my orgo professor only allowed us 50 mins for a 40 question Organic chemistry exam using a lockdown browser. I didn't have enough time to complete the exam and didn't do so well. I have my final exam in 2 weeks and the last day to drop the class is next...
Will a W look bad on my dental school application? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - May 5, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Samimsee Tags: Pre-Dental Source Type: forums
Wamc
Will a 125 CARS reduce chances at T20 schools? Also school list recommendation please.
Stats:
Undergrad @ UofA, non-URM
cGPA = 3.88, sGPA = 3.88
518(131/125/131/131)
Clinical:
-700 hrs as a Urology scribe (private practice), got to see lots of in-office procedures
-Rocky Point monthly weekend volunteer clinic ~50 hrs actually working, 3 clinics
Research:
-Competitive research program which allowed me to work summers for pay (UBRP) 2 years
-580 hrs in organic synthesis lab (400 summer, 180...
WAMC (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - May 3, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: NeedsGuidance Tags: What Are My Chances? WAMC Medical Source Type: forums
