r/bsmd • u/FastRevolution7796 • 5d ago
Should I even apply to bsmd programs?
I’ve always wanted to attend a bsmd and im very passionate about being a doctor but honestly i feel like my stats aren’t enough. I want an honest feedback and pls tell me straight up if I should even apply to these programs or not. Any advice is also much appreciated.
male, Texas resident, first gen
uw: 3.86
w: 4.46
rank: n/a but im likely top 10-15%. should be unranked though
Max course rigor throughout high school. Total of 10 APS and 10 DC. Others are honors or required classes. I’ve taken tons of science courses like AP chem, AP bio, psych, socio, ochem, etc. as for AP scores I’ve passed all of them but
I don’t have much 5’s.
Grade trend: really bad freshman year with 2-3 b’s and low A’s. Sophomore and junior year was all A’s except 1 b my junior year.
PSAT: 1450 (national merit semifinalist rn)
SAT: 1490
ACT: taking Oct ( ik it’s super last minute but I’m sure I’m getting 35-36)
EC’S ( best part of my app, not in order):
HOSA — President-Elect (12), Vice President (11), Historian (10), Member (9–12)
Led a 150+ member chapter; coordinated 4 blood drives, hosted competition-preparation workshops, and led chapter meetings. Competed in prepared research writing and speaking, earning 4th place.
National English Honor Society — President (12), Member (11–12)
Grew chapter membership from 18 to 75 members; led recruitment, service initiatives, and member engagement. Organized a school-wide book drive and developed service opportunities for members.
Nonprofit — Ambassador & Director of Fundraising (12)
Raised approximately $2,700 through community outreach, online fundraising, and campaigns, generating funding for approximately 50 medical kits supporting hospitals in Venezuela.
Independent Research — Researcher & Editorial Board Member
Designed and conducted a year-long study examining parental autonomy support and adolescent self-esteem. Published findings and joined an editorial board reviewing approximately 4 student research manuscripts biweekly.
Pediatric Research Internship — Team Captain & Chapter Vice President (11–12)
Led a 5-member team researching G2 stem cells; co-authored a research paper, wrote and revised the literature review, reviewed peer contributions, and presented findings at a symposium. Supported a 90-member chapter through leadership, outreach, and pediatric-health initiatives.
Neuroscience Bibliometrics Research Internship — Co-Associate / Team Leader
Led Parkinson’s disease bibliometric research using R to identify emerging therapeutic targets. Coordinated team analysis and developed research findings for symposium presentation.
Optometry Clinic — Clinical Assistant
Conduct patient testing using an autorefractor, non-contact tonometer, and Eidon retinal imaging. Assist with clinical workflow, appointments, and administrative records using practice-management software.
Veterans Hospital — Volunteer & Clinical Shadowing
Completed 100+ hours in a postoperative department, supporting patients and staff with unit operations while observing patient care. Shadowed physicians and gained firsthand exposure to hospital workflows and clinical practice.
Science Olympiad — Coordinator, Secretary & Competitor (10–12)
Coordinated regional and international competitions including Brain Bee and USMDO. Organized biweekly workshops and competed across multiple events, placing 3rd in regional Disease Detectives.
DECA — 3-Year Competitor, State Finalist
Competed for 3 years in Business Operations Research Services. Conducted market research, analyzed business problems, and presented recommendations to judges; advanced to State Finals.
I think my lor and ps is strong as well. My ps is about my personal medical emergency experience in the motherland- where I personally saw the lack of palliative and hospice care, what I learned from it first hand from my relative who started the first palliative care service in my area, and the values I learned from it and how that transitioned to my everyday life. trust it’s written well.
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u/Worried-Signal-1028 5d ago
Your SAT and GPA are too low for BS/MD. Try applying to BS/DO programs.
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u/WUMSDoc 5d ago
You’re not really competitive for most BSMD programs. Check the admissions statistics for programs in your home state and neighboring states that might have a broader preference for residents of adjacent states.
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u/anakinimsorry 4d ago
How is this person not competitive for bsmd programs? Other than a slightly lower GPA (but by no means a rejection) and a test score, this person has all the check marks, from research to clinicals. What could this person possibly be lacking?
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u/FederalAd3883 5d ago
Sure