<p>No, no, that’s not at all what I meant in my original post.</p>
<p>I was an English major and got excellent grades in my humanities courses. No matter how hard I try, I’m not going to be able to produce the same quality of grades in my pre-med courses. It will be clear to the med schools that my science skills are not the primary reason that I’m applying.</p>
<p>Hence, if and when I apply to med school, I will have to emphasize my desire to treat people and make a difference in their lives. I can write a passionate, honest essay of my academic journey from English major to aspiring psychiatrist. Or I can write a vaguer, less passionate and less convincing essay, making vaguer references to why I was drawn to the health professions from my literature days. I’m not looking for a “shortcut,” I’m looking to maximize my chances given that science is not my forte – but I do not want to look like a flake.</p>