nem90 Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 Where do I have a chance? 4th year (from London, so Western won't care that my score is unbalanced) MCAT: VR: 12 BS: 11 PS: 8 Total: 31 cGPA: 3.28 (doesn't count grades from year on exchange; my GPA was 3.7 on exchange) ECs: lots of leadership positions, LOTS of volunteering, most health-related, includes hospital volunteering & research Applying to: Western, Queen's, McMaster, Toronto, McGill What is your yearly breakdown? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
equus Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 What is your yearly breakdown? 1st year: 2.86 2nd year: 3.5 3rd year: 3.7 (on exchange) Summer courses: 3.7 in each of 3 half-courses Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffth Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 Is it worth re-writing my MCAT? GPA: >3.9 MCAT: 14/10/14 (P/V/B) ECs: good, lots of leadership, founded a club Research: none yet, hopefully next summer 3rd year from Ontario, eligible for NOSM On AAMC practice tests I was averaging 12, and got as high as 14 on VR - nerves and a tough first passage threw me off a bit on test day. I know 11 is required for Western and Calgary - these aren't necessarily my top picks but I'd be happy anywhere and thus would like to apply broadly. I'm not applying til next year, so I could potentially rewrite next summer, but if I still have a decent shot at the other schools (including the US) I'd rather not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeuroPreMed Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 Is it worth re-writing my MCAT? GPA: >3.9 MCAT: 14/10/14 (P/V/B) ECs: good, lots of leadership, founded a club Research: none yet, hopefully next summer 3rd year from Ontario, eligible for NOSM On AAMC practice tests I was averaging 12, and got as high as 14 on VR - nerves and a tough first passage threw me off a bit on test day. I know 11 is required for Western and Calgary - these aren't necessarily my top picks but I'd be happy anywhere and thus would like to apply broadly. I'm not applying til next year, so I could potentially rewrite next summer, but if I still have a decent shot at the other schools (including the US) I'd rather not. With a 38 total I don't think a 10 will totally throw you out of the running. That's a solid score over all, if you think you can get >38 with a higher VR go ahead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
future_doc Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 jeffth: Apply at McGill & U/O. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IcanIwill Posted September 26, 2013 Report Share Posted September 26, 2013 Currently in third year biochemistry undergrad in UoWindsor cGPA: 3.90 MCAT: 9PS/10VR/11BS (30) ECs: volunteer at hospital, volunteer cancer organization, shadowing neurosurgeon, badminton team (high school), was involved in bands and musicals (high school). - no research experience at the moment - soon will be volunteering for red cross first aid response team (w.e it is) - looking to add quality experiences to this list soon Where can I realistically get into? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seattle_best Posted September 26, 2013 Report Share Posted September 26, 2013 3rd year applicant cGPA: 3.96 MCAT: 10/10/11 ECs: Diverse volunteer experiences, president of a club, research experience (no pubs) I'm mostly posting this because I think I'm a bit psyched out by everyone's amazing MCAT scores Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
future_doc Posted September 26, 2013 Report Share Posted September 26, 2013 Apply for a practice run, and perhaps lightning will strike but don't count on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newdisplay_name Posted September 26, 2013 Report Share Posted September 26, 2013 Hello everyone! I would sincerely appreciate any insights you would be able to offer regarding my chances for this year's cycle. cGPA: 3.60 MCAT: 10/11/10 (VR=11). Western wGPA: 3.85 UofT wGPA: 3.80 Queens wGPA: 3.77 ECs: Hospital ER Volunteer (2yrs), After-school program for Grades 1-5 (2yrs), TA (3 courses), Research (no pub), Peer Mentor, exec of 3 Clubs, intramurals, some other minor volunteering/leadership roles. Thank you in advance for reading and for your help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
future_doc Posted September 26, 2013 Report Share Posted September 26, 2013 You have a shot in this lottery, just market yourself well in the ABS & narratives. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Innovo Posted September 26, 2013 Report Share Posted September 26, 2013 OMSAS: 3.81, 3.82, 3.874th year 13/10/12 10vr Do I have a chance as an OOP in Ontario schools (not eligible for UWO), Manitoba, Saskatchewan and McGill? I'd say you have a chance. Nice MCAT. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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ResMed Posted September 28, 2013 Report Share Posted September 28, 2013 Where do you think I have a chance in Ontario? IP: Ontario My cGPA is 3.84 wGPA for UofT and Western is 3.87 wGPA for Queens is 3.82 wGPA for Ottawa is 3.83 MCAT is 10,11 VR, 10 (31) ECs are fairly standard and well rounded (volunteering, research, athletics, arts). All advice is great! Thanks a lot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Exocytosis Posted September 28, 2013 Report Share Posted September 28, 2013 Where do you think I have a chance in Ontario? IP: Ontario My cGPA is 3.84 wGPA for UofT and Western is 3.87 wGPA for Queens is 3.82 wGPA for Ottawa is 3.83 MCAT is 10,11 VR, 10 (31) ECs are fairly standard and well rounded (volunteering, research, athletics, arts). All advice is great! Thanks a lot. Everywhere except Ottawa (unless you're from Ottawa) or NOSM (unless you're from the North). Good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xpeke Posted September 29, 2013 Report Share Posted September 29, 2013 Hello Friends! Ontario resident. 1st year: 3.64 2nd year: 3.90 3rd year: 3.51 4th year: 3.85 5th year: hopefully 3.9+ cgpa: 3.70 uoft wgpa: ~3.89 mcat: 34 (12/11/11) EC: standard hospital volunteering, volunteered with an occupational therapist, health and counselling center volunteer at my uni, overseas medical trip, long term tutor at my local community center, undergrad research assistant, independent research project (thesis), currently clinical research volunteer at sick kids (6 month placement), club executive fro bio club..... I will be applying next year. So what are my chances assuming I get a 3.9+ in my final year? which schools should I apply to? thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thestar10 Posted September 29, 2013 Report Share Posted September 29, 2013 Hello Friends!Ontario resident. 1st year: 3.64 2nd year: 3.90 3rd year: 3.51 4th year: 3.85 5th year: hopefully 3.9+ cgpa: 3.70 uoft wgpa: ~3.89 mcat: 34 (12/11/11) EC: standard hospital volunteering, volunteered with an occupational therapist, health and counselling center volunteer at my uni, overseas medical trip, long term tutor at my local community center, undergrad research assistant, independent research project (thesis), currently clinical research volunteer at sick kids (6 month placement), club executive fro bio club..... I will be applying next year. So what are my chances assuming I get a 3.9+ in my final year? which schools should I apply to? thanks! Within Ontario: everywhere except Ottawa will give you a good shot. Nosm is fully dependant on your back ground otherwise apply broadly and hope one of your arrows sticks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarryPotter Posted September 29, 2013 Report Share Posted September 29, 2013 What are my chances? No response.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RazerBlades Posted September 30, 2013 Report Share Posted September 30, 2013 Hello, stranger. 1st yr: 3.95 2nd yr: 3.95 3rd yr: ?.?? cGPA 3.95 MCAT=12/12/12 From T.dot ECs: Lots of leadership roles in student government, clubs, volunteered around in the community, nsercs every summer, publication(s) on the way. I'm not too sure if I should apply as a 3rd year applicant and if so, to which schools. I think Toronto and Ottawa like people with research experience? I'm not too sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hockeynut Posted September 30, 2013 Report Share Posted September 30, 2013 Hello, stranger. 1st yr: 3.95 2nd yr: 3.95 3rd yr: ?.?? cGPA 3.95 MCAT=12/12/12 From T.dot ECs: Lots of leadership roles in student government, clubs, volunteered around in the community, nsercs every summer, publication(s) on the way. I'm not too sure if I should apply as a 3rd year applicant and if so, to which schools. I think Toronto and Ottawa like people with research experience? I'm not too sure. Unless you have your essays done for UofT I think it's out of the picture. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teflon Don Posted September 30, 2013 Report Share Posted September 30, 2013 Hello, stranger. 1st yr: 3.95 2nd yr: 3.95 3rd yr: ?.?? cGPA 3.95 MCAT=12/12/12 From T.dot ECs: Lots of leadership roles in student government, clubs, volunteered around in the community, nsercs every summer, publication(s) on the way. I'm not too sure if I should apply as a 3rd year applicant and if so, to which schools. I think Toronto and Ottawa like people with research experience? I'm not too sure. are you seriously deciding whether you should apply or not with less than 24hours left to submit your application? however, if you maintain your gpa then you should have a good shot next year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
future_doc Posted September 30, 2013 Report Share Posted September 30, 2013 Gotta tell you 2 years ago, I helped an applicant with only hours to go and she had done absolutely nothing. She barely met the deadline, got an interview and was accepted into med school. I guess the sun was shining and anything is possible. Never say never! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hockeynut Posted September 30, 2013 Report Share Posted September 30, 2013 Gotta tell you 2 years ago, I helped an applicant with only hours to go and she had done absolutely nothing. She barely met the deadline, got an interview and was accepted into med school. I guess the sun was shining and anything is possible. Never say never! 7 essays in 24hours is a rough go Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
future_doc Posted October 1, 2013 Report Share Posted October 1, 2013 It was a 1,000 word Essay, and was completed in about 90 minutes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmin Posted October 1, 2013 Report Share Posted October 1, 2013 It was a 1,000 word Essay, and was completed in about 90 minutes. LOL such a boss. Unfortunately now it's 7*250=1750 words, so nearly double. I tried something similar last year except I had 4 days. I failed miserably. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeBronto2019 Posted October 1, 2013 Report Share Posted October 1, 2013 GPA. 1st: 3.78 (3.74 OMSAS) 2nd: 3.91 (3.84 OMSAS) *UofT wGPA = 3.86 MCAT. 1st try: 33 (13PS, 9VR,11BS) and plan to write again ECs. - lots of ophthalmology-based work (i.e. 2 year clinical research ongoing, inner city school screenings, assisting an older blind man each week to complete daily tasks, unite for sight ghana in summer) - esl teaching + tutoring at immigrant centre - exec for couple student clubs (1 is sports-related + 1 inner city related) - founded a program where researchers interact with students in a panel form and mixer (event each month) - 2 summers of cultural-competency research in family med and nursing with 2 pubs - founded a personal finance course for immigrants/refugees held by uni business students - coordinating after-school sports program at inner city school each week - independent study with professor about aboriginal health in canada - started Social Equity subcommittee for Edmonton Youth Council (which works with city council on issues relating to youth) Im IP for Alberta and hope to stay in the province for med. May consider UofT if I can bring up my marks or Queens if I can make last two years good. I'm more interested in socio-economic and ethno-cultural aspects of health so ive focused more on underprivileged populations in general (i.e. inner city, immigrants/refugees, aboriginal) but have also interest in eyes. Didn't want to volunteer at hospitals or be president of every student club on campus for the sake of med, just followed my passions and interests. HELP ME! Do I have any hope? Where do I improve? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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