Any Questions? Insights on the BS/MD Programs

md4me
Wed, 02 Sep 2009 09:18:24 +0000

Jason- I definitely agree with you that getting into a top 20 is very difficult but here’s the catch- the people that get in to a direct program now shouldn’t find it too difficult to pursue the kinds of activities in college that will aid them in getting into med school. And needless to say that all the people applying to these direct med programs are well above average so mostly everyone that gets into these programs shouldn’t have a problem doing well on the MCAT. I’m starting to prepare now for the MCAT and a 33+ is definitely a feasible goal. And also the national average is more like 40%, not 50% for those admitted.

And here’s the website for the rest of the forum members- its a great tool:
[FACTS: Applicants, Matriculants, Graduates, and Residency Applicants - AAMC](http://www.aamc.org/data/facts/)

But in NO WAY am I trying to endorse letting go of your direct med admission- I’m just trying to be of assistance to those who may need it while applying. I’m not trying to tell you what to do but I’m just offering insight into everything from the perspective of a student who when through the entire process.