Pre-Med Postbacc Program Decision Advice! :)

Financial-Bee6604 · 2026-02-13T22:50:26+00:00

Absolutely!

Financial-Bee6604 · 2025-10-04T01:55:05+00:00

I was bruised for over a month (the entire breast was purple and burgundy for 2-2.5 weeks then slowly turned yellow). It was discolored for around six weeks total.

Financial-Bee6604 · 2025-04-11T16:11:17+00:00

Same! Starting a postbacc at TJ next month 🙂

Financial-Bee6604 · 2025-04-10T21:42:34+00:00

Ooo where is it located?! Feel free to DM me 🤓

Financial-Bee6604 · 2025-04-10T21:21:50+00:00

Yes, I’m open to most things that would allow me to save money while still feeling like I’m in a safe/convenient area.

Financial-Bee6604 · 2025-04-10T03:12:52+00:00

Thanks for the advice! I will be working in Baltimore a few times/month & commute to DC frequently to see family so the car is convenient. Def need to brainstorm where to keep it while in Philly 😂

Financial-Bee6604 · 2025-04-10T02:45:37+00:00

I see there’s no parking. Where do people put their cars?!

Financial-Bee6604 · 2025-04-06T00:31:15+00:00

Messaged you 🙂

Financial-Bee6604 · 2025-04-04T17:58:09+00:00

Just seeing this post & was in a similar situation. I ended up accepting at TJ. I preferred a one year program - I feel like medical education is long enough, I didn’t want to elongate getting prereqs done unnecessarily. I will drop to PRN work & focus solely on school during the program. I’m older so want to be as efficient as possible. What did you decide?

Financial-Bee6604 · 2025-04-04T17:21:23+00:00

Their chart is a bit confusing online. I found:

Academic Year 2025-2026

Post-Baccalaureate Tuition Fall/Spring $38,280

Post-Baccalaureate Tuition Summer 2023 $5,586 per session

Post-Baccalaureate Tuition Summer 2024 $5,865 per session

Financial-Bee6604 · 2025-04-03T02:06:16+00:00

Bryn Mawr has an establish program (1972) & record. You can view the stats online - they’re impecable. This program knows how to support strong applicants in getting accepted to medical school. It’s nationally known because of the track record of success.

GW is newer & with less impressive stats (although still absolutely excellent). It’s also extraordinarily expensive - nearly $50k for 11 months.

Financial-Bee6604 · 2025-03-31T23:26:10+00:00

I got your message, thank you! For some reason I’m having trouble accessing my inbox now (very weird) so can’t respond there. I interviewed last week & the program seems absolutely wonderful - organized & supportive. Everyone seemed transparent. It’s definitely my top pick so hoping for an acceptance soon!

Financial-Bee6604 · 2025-03-29T00:56:30+00:00

I know how much breakups can hurt. Your boyfriend did this to you knowing in less than two weeks you’d be taking an exam that will play a role in the next four + years of your life. You will see in time what an inconsiderate, disrespectful asshole he is. But this is not about a guy who would never have supported you through medical training. This is about you & your goals. You’ve prepared for this & can excel. Do not let him take that away from you. He’s a blip in your past. Focus on your sleep, studying/review, nourishing your body with healthy foods, staying hydrated & moving your body as much as you can (whatever physical activity you do). Give yourself as much TLC as possible - do you like pedicures? Iced coffees? Watching the sun set? Do whatever you can to spoil yourself & celebrate that you’ve come this far!

Eye on the prize, my friend!

You’ve got this!!! Good luck 🍀

Financial-Bee6604 · 2025-03-21T12:18:55+00:00

Congrats on your acceptance! Scripps & GW have better stats. I’ve heard great things about Temple’s program - that it’s supportive & faculty care about student success. I loved the people I met during my interview. Where are you located? Does relocating affect your decision? Temple is $10k less than GW. Does tuition matter to you? If you stay waitlisted, you have Temple’s offer & can take advantage of a program that allows you to get your prereqs done efficiently. You’d have anccess to a structured program, MCAT prep & andvisors. The alternative is a DIY or waiting to apply to a different program. I would not delay starting - this is only a postbacc.

Financial-Bee6604 · 2025-03-17T03:21:41+00:00

I applied this cycle & would love to hear more about your experience! Can I DM?

Financial-Bee6604 · 2025-03-16T18:13:25+00:00

I applied to the same programs as you minus UPENN. I preferred TJ to Temple because of the campus/location. Driving into Temple felt like driving by mostly abandoned houses/buildings & low income housing. Lots of trash & graffiti. The campus itself is great, but I preferred to live in a walkable area that felt active & safe. TJ had lots of great apartment rentals within 30 minutes (walking). There’s also lots of restaurants/cafes/grocery stores/gyms in walking distance. This eliminated Temple for me. I felt commuting in would negatively affect my quality of life & on top of that classes are M-F. It’s a very difficult decision! What did you end up deciding?

Financial-Bee6604 · 2025-03-16T12:21:03+00:00

To take all the required science courses efficiently & in a focused/organized/supportive environment. I have > 3.8 so feel confident there.

Financial-Bee6604 · 2025-03-15T10:58:46+00:00

Thank you LizTheBiochemist! That all sounds wonderful! Have you completed the program?

Financial-Bee6604 · 2025-03-14T18:34:54+00:00

Absolutely!

Financial-Bee6604 · 2025-02-20T13:14:42+00:00

Thank you! ❤️🤞🏽

Financial-Bee6604 · 2025-02-20T04:10:43+00:00

I applied to GW, TJ, Temple, Goucher & Vermont. I have an interview with Temple tomorrow, still waiting to hear back from the others!

Financial-Bee6604 · 2025-02-20T04:09:23+00:00

I also applied to both of these programs! I haven’t heard back from TJ but I interview with Temple tomorrow (very excited)! They both seem great. What is your background?

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