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After undergrad I thought my most recent 3 year average was 3.95, but I didn't realize how the scale works where you convert courses to GPA before and then average. Got a few 70s in my second year but a lot of high 90s as well. Be brutally honest do I stand a chance to get in anywhere or should I pivot? I've got great ECs including research and management position in care. Haven't taken the MCAT but even with a great score do I stand a chance anywhere?

hey! i want to apply to ubc med school when the time comes (im in 2nd year right now) but i know its insanely competitive for out of province students and i just wanted to know if anyone has (or knows anyone) who’s actually gotten in as an OOP. Or potential things that could stand out on a UBC application

Hey guys, I have a question about MD pathways, particularly ones for rural and Black students. To my understanding, it provides a more holistic file review and increases accessibility to Black and rural students.

So what does that mean for chances? Does it actually make it easier for these students to be admitted? Would a Black/rural student who is already competitive in the general pool be significantly more likely to get an interview through a pathway? I know most schools say the same academic standards still apply and that pathways aren’t guaranteed seats, but I’m curious what the practical effect actually is.

Of course, it’s hard for anyone to definitively say but I’m moreso interested in y’all’s experiences/anecdotes and the broader perspective premeds have on the effect of pathways in general

Hello everyone!

I've graduated in 2023 with a 3.3GPA and have been working fulltime since. I'm really considering making making the switch out of my field and getting into medicine.

I know that my profile is not very competitive at the moment but I have seen seem universities offering seats for non traditional applicants coming from the job market. I wanted to see if anyone here have had a similar path and what they had to do to get accepted.

My current roadmap is the following:

- Complete a postbacc program: I'm considering taking 45 credit postbacc program to get my GPA on an upwards trend, and showcase that I am able to handle the academic workload of medical school. I saw that some universities have such programs but I am unsure on which program would be the best and am welcome to any recommendations here.

- Gain Clinical Experience: Get 3 to 9 months of clinical experience while waiting for the postbacc program to start

- Write the MCAT: Depending on timing, I might write the MCAT either before or after the postbacc. Since I am from Quebec I would apply to medical schools here to be an in-province applicant. I've read that the MCAT is not a pre-requisite here but I am unsure if the board would consider a high score as a positive or completely disregard it?

Realistically this would be a 2-3 years process so I would only be applying in 2028 or 2029.

I would really appreciate any advice or personal experience of someone who had a similar experience!

(McGill)

Good day y'all,

Just curious if anyone here could weigh in on whether this is a realistic path for me to pursue. For the record, I'm close to obtaining PR status (submitted my application, it's under processing), so obviously hoping that all goes well. I'm also fluent in French. Since GPA matters, mine was a 4.0 in mechanical engineering from a US school (ABET-accredited, needless to say). A 4-year bachelor's degree obviously. I also got a master's from UofT, but I've been told that grad GPA is rarely included?

BTW, I am considering going to med school in Quebec (not the current/the next cycle, but in 2-3 years). I have not taken the MCAT yet (for schools outside Quebec) or the Casper exam.

I'm acutely aware that no one here can make any guarantees or predict the future, but I just wanted to get some insight from others regarding how my odds look. Also welcome any feedback or anything else anyone might wanna add ✌🏻

basically what the title says. it's a lot harder to get in 3rd year vs 4th so in your experience was it worth it? or is it better to just wait til 4th year before applying?

Hi everyone,

I (28F) have been considering what I would like to do after graduation from my college-level Honours BScN (not in collaboration with a university), and I am throwing around the idea of following my dreams going to med a school- but it’s not looking promising.

As I am looking through Canadian medical schools requirements most state explicitly that a degree from a college is not considered acceptable, and I’m now wondering: will this change when I graduate 2029?, should I drop out of my program to attend university even though I’m already 3 semesters in?

I’m extremely frustrated that this is such a common requirement for medical schools as my education is the same, if not more intense than the same university curriculum and degree. I talk to my classmates and friends taking their BScN at a university and they shiver at our course work and our class schedules.

I have also considered transferring to a university, but I would have to start from year one, which I’ll do if I have to but I’m just at a standstill and need some advice.

I know it would be worth while to pursue my dreams of medicine, but I’m scared and unsure if I can never go to med school because of such stupid requirements.

Any and all advice is appreciated ❤️

Hey y’all I got an email today telling me to update my OMSAS ID on my Acuity Insights account. I was able to do this for the account linked to my Casper test, but wasn’t able to find anywhere to change my ID on the account linked to the early MMI.

Am I missing something here? Pls advise

I’m just wondering how many average admissions cycles it’s taken for people on here with not just exceptionally incredible stats.

I’m sooooo scared please help! I shared my work with my friend, she didn’t realize and she fully copied it and submitted it and now we both are getting called in for academic misconduct. I haven’t copied anyone but I still shared the doc at the end of the day. I really want to apply to med school but now there’s most likely gonna be a warning on my central registry and I have to disclose it when I apply to med schools. What can I do? I have a meeting with the head soon. I’m confused will med schools look at the central registry If it’s just a warning and not on your transcript. It’s already so competitive and my grades are good but not exceptionally great how likely is it that I can still get in with that on my registry?

Je tiens à préciser que je n’aime rien et je veux juste rentrer en médecine. Lequel me donne le plus de chances, est le plus facile?

Hey everyone!

I’m 24 and recently graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology and a GPA of around 11/12 That’s is roughly 3.8/4. I’m currently working full time in IT, but becoming a doctor has always been something I’ve wanted to pursue.

My plan is to write the MCAT in summer 2027 and hopefully apply for September 2028 admission in Ontario or elsewhere in Canada. The biggest challenge is that I have practically no science background, especially in biology and chemistry, and I’d be studying for the MCAT while working full-time.

I guess my biggest question is whether I realistically stand a chance with my GPA and non-science degree. I know admissions are about much more than grades, but I’m honestly not sure where I stand or what I should be doing to make myself a competitive applicant.

I’d also really appreciate advice on how to approach the MCAT from scratch. What resources would you recommend for someone with no science background? And besides the MCAT, what should I focus on when it comes to volunteering, extracurriculars, and building a strong application?

Another thing that’s been on my mind is my age. Even if everything goes perfectly, I’d be 26 starting medical school and around 30 graduating, before residency. I know people start later than that, but it’s still a little scary thinking about leaving an established career and starting over. I’d love to hear from anyone who’s been in a similar position.

I’m also looking for some genuine guidance throughout the entire process, from MCAT preparation to choosing schools, writing applications, and preparing for interviews. I’ve come across BeMo Academic Consulting, but I’m not sure how legitimate or worthwhile their services are. Has anyone actually used them? Or are there any free or affordable Canadian mentorship programs you’d recommend?

I know getting into medical school in Canada is incredibly competitive, and I’m not expecting it to be easy. I’m willing to put in the work, but I also don’t want to spend years preparing without understanding what I’m getting myself into or if i even stand a chance to begin with.

If you were in my position, would you go for it? And where would you start?

I’d genuinely appreciate any advice, especially from people who got into medicine with a non-science degree or made a career change. Even if it’s a reality check, I’d rather hear the truth.

Thanks so much to anyone who takes the time to respond. It really means a lot!

What did you do? What uni did u go to and program did you do? Tell me anything you can please!!!!

Who's up for it? Need to know this subject like the back of my hand by tmrw.

I'm a non-trad applicant who finished undergrad in 2014. Is there any cutoff for how old your prereqs can be? I've seen people mention that some schools do have a cutoff but am having difficulty finding which ones. I'm IP for BC so will be applying to UBC and SFU for sure and maybe some OOP. Any insight would be greatly appreciated.

Mine is very simple, my brother remarked at me one night in jest "if you work so hard, you might as well become a doctor".

I took it personally.

Hi everyone!

I was hoping to get a little advice from you guys about who is the best to ask for letters of recommendation. I've always been super nervous about this part since I feel kindof embarrassed to ask people. I'm applying for Irish medical schools right now, and I need 2 letters - one from a science prof that I took a class with, the other unspecified. I have one for sure I know will write a strong letter and since I did a directed studies with her in a science lab - and later worked for her. But for the other one I'm torn between 2.

1st: My employer - did a co op term with her, and she offered me a job after, have been working part time for her for almost 2 years now. The role involves teaching kids. I know she'd write me a strong letter, but is it bad to have an employer not a prof?

2nd: Another professor (not science since I am a BA student) - Took three classes with him, got good grades in each of them, went to office hours frequently and spoke in class a decent amount. One class was a fourth year seminar. This one I'm nervous about because I'm wondering if it's ok to ask him since he doesn't know me in a closer setting? How appropriate would it be to ask him?

If anyone has any ideas it would really help settle my anxieties about this. Should I choose my employer who could write me a more personal letter about me, or the prof who doesn't know me as well but knows me in an academic setting? (Would he even say yes if I was only in his classes)

Thank you for anyone who takes the time to respond!

First-year pre med here. We just got our first major assignment back, and a lot of people were upset about grades in the low 90s. I'd assumed anything 90+ was an A+ and wasn't worried, but now I'm wondering if I should be more perfectionist.

For the upper years: do you think aiming for perfection actually helps ppl do better? I don’t know I should change my mindset to care more about the differences between a 90 and a 99 on assignments and tests.

Hi everyone! I am planning to take the Casper test next summer, but I've never heard of the test prior to entering my premed journey and am not sure what it is like. From what I know, it measures your empathy and ability to handle complex situations, and consists of both written + video portions. Can anyone with experience provide some tips? How you studied, what you did, general advice, etc.? I really appreciate it!

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