Guest mficocel Posted November 11, 2005 Report Share Posted November 11, 2005 Hi, I just calculated my AMCAS GPA and I have an undergrad GPA of 3.51, a grad GPA of 3.71 and a science GPA of 3.65. I still need to complete some of the pre-req. courses but assuming the rest of my application is strong (lots of volunteer work, I have a Ph.D. in engineering with publications etc.) what kind of MCAT score would I need to be considered at some of the top 30 schools ? or am I totally out of the running for schools like Columbia and Cornell ? I'm mainly interested in the New York schools (Mount Sinia, Einstien, etc). Thanks:D mficocel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest rads Posted November 11, 2005 Report Share Posted November 11, 2005 Shoot for 36 and above. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Scottish Chap Posted November 12, 2005 Report Share Posted November 12, 2005 No....just score at least 27 (with no less than 8 in any section) and, assuming you have relevant medical experience and a compelling application essay, I almost gaurantee you'll get some interviews if you apply widely enough. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest rads Posted November 16, 2005 Report Share Posted November 16, 2005 He said he wanted a top-30 school (upper quartile). With a PhD and a great MCAT score (e.g. 36+), you have a chance. A 27 isn't going to cut it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Scottish Chap Posted November 19, 2005 Report Share Posted November 19, 2005 It could have easily been me making that original post. I've navigated this path and I stand by my statement. With a Ph.D., you have a massive advantage in the U.S., I promise you. The so-called top 30 schools are such because they are research-driven. The MCAT needs to be acceptable only. Respectfully, the score you quoted is misleading. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Doctor Citan Posted November 19, 2005 Report Share Posted November 19, 2005 It's always a good idea to target the best MCAT scores possible. But with your grades, I say get above 29. As long as you have experience, you have a good shot at getting an interview at a number of US med schools. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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