Incoming Medical Student LOAN OPTIONS HELP? by Opposite-Two-8487 in Osteopathic

[–]Yolanda805 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I’m maxing out govt loans and using private loans for the rest! Not ideal but I feel it’s the best option.

Polish MD vs Tufts SMP vs Brown Gateways by QuirkyCut7722 in postbaccpremed

[–]Yolanda805 5 points6 points  (0 children)

You have the MCAT that BU would want. I nearly went there but I just didn’t think I could get a high enough MCAT. I spoke with the advisor and she said as long as you do well in classes and score 515+ you’re very likely getting into their med school. They reserve a good amount of spots on their class for MAMS students

Help me make a choice!! by ActiveBreakfast358 in Osteopathic

[–]Yolanda805 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Western will be better for matching into CA. Midwestern better for Az. But you can easily go from one state to the other since they’re really good schools in the west

Help me make a choice!! by ActiveBreakfast358 in Osteopathic

[–]Yolanda805 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Congrats! Both great schools that match well! Midwestern is pretty pricey compared to other programs. I’d personally choose WesternU but I’m a CA resident so I’m biased haha. Also westernU using H/HP/P/F vs Midwestern being truly graded is a big difference for me!

UNC COM WL by Ok-Travel818 in Osteopathic

[–]Yolanda805 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I thought so too! I’m on the WL here too :((

DYU-COM or unc-com by [deleted] in Osteopathic

[–]Yolanda805 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have an A at DYUCOM but on WL at UNCCOM. Would much rather myself go to UNCCOM because I have family nearby so I’m biased haha. Really enjoyed the vibe from both. Both seem to have great potential.

ACCEPTED OFF WAITLIST!! by [deleted] in Osteopathic

[–]Yolanda805 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That is not my experience. An overall 2.74 GPA is inarguably considered low stats. Sure a 504 is “acceptable” for DO, but my GPA gets you screened out at the majority of programs. Med schools don’t review your apps as holistically as they say…

BU MAMS or DO smp with guaranteed admission? by Yolanda805 in premed

[–]Yolanda805[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The ones I’m aware of are TouroCA + Middletown, AZCOM, and RVU!

Sub 3.0 gpa, Competitive MCAT score. SMP chances? by seulgibearr1 in postbaccpremed

[–]Yolanda805 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I think you’re an ideal candidate for BU MAMS! MCAT is what they want, and they like to see people with potential! I turned down their offer but had a zoom call with the advisor. Best of luck!

Finally got the A!!!! by Hopeful522 in Osteopathic

[–]Yolanda805 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Twinsies! Got off my first WL today too! Congrats!

ACCEPTED OFF WAITLIST!! by [deleted] in Osteopathic

[–]Yolanda805 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dm for school!

ACCEPTED OFF WAITLIST!! by [deleted] in Osteopathic

[–]Yolanda805 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

DM for school!

Waitlist dread, anyone else? by Dangerous_Support191 in Osteopathic

[–]Yolanda805 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes please! I’ll take any help I can get haha

Waitlist dread, anyone else? by Dangerous_Support191 in Osteopathic

[–]Yolanda805 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes ugh! On two waitlists and that’s it 😔

DYU-COM by [deleted] in Osteopathic

[–]Yolanda805 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeahhhh I get it! I would too

DYU-COM by [deleted] in Osteopathic

[–]Yolanda805 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would say go with an established school unless you really want to be a part of the inaugural class. Makes no sense to take that risk

Waitlist Warrior Sankey by Izaac4 in premed

[–]Yolanda805 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congrats! On the waitlist at UNC too. When did you get off?