Question

I am currently attending the University of Florida. I received several AP credits for class but I have still decided to take some of the classes at the university its self such as gen chem and gen bio. With the number of AP credits I have received I roughly have my first two years of college completed. I was planning on finishing college early, within two years by taking classes during the normal school year as well as during the summer. But I was wondering if attending college for only two years as opposed to the normal four years might hinder my chances of getting into a competitive medical school? Most of the courses for which I am using the credits are english and humanities credits.

I am desperately trying to get into Stanford Medical School or Yale Medical School. I know that these are very, very selective medical schools. What would a resume look like that has a high probability of getting admitted? Is there any way to view profiles of admitted students or connect with admitted students to these schools and discuss what they did to be able to get in?

What would you say is a competitive GPA and MCAT score. I would think it would be above a 3.5 or 3.6 but that is only my guess as far as GPA.

Answer 1

I don't think graduating in four years matter. In fact, congrats that you are graduating early. At this point, what do you have for extra curricular activities? What have you been doing that proves you enjoy patient care? Are you giving your time in the community? Also you may want to call and ask the medical schools if they need additional science courses to prep you for medicine. If not, prep hard and rock that MCAT.

A competitive GPA varies from school to school. I want to say 3.8 is competitive but that's speculation.  Try looking at the MSAR Medical School Admission Requirements book, but do not buy the current year. There is little information in the newest (green book) out there.

Comments

I am currently part of the University Symphony Orchestra, a Quintet and String Orchestral group. I am also a rower for the UF Men's Novice Crew team. I have joined AMSA both the national chapter and my local one. I am looking for some volunteer and research opportunities at the momment as well. I have tried getting in contact with the schools that I am interested in several times via email but have received no reply. I guess it would be best to call and try and speak with someone.