I like to think that I would would make the NMF, because, as you mentioned, it is easier to make in OK, and I like to think I am good in test situations (not to sound arrogant), but for the sake of preparedness, what would I do if I don’t make NMF? Given my GPA, I would probably receive some sort of small academic scholarship, but not near enough to pay for even one year. If this is the case would I apply for aid? Should I apply for a loan?
Is there any reason you would recommend OU as opposed to Okstate? I was planning for the latter for some non-academic reasons, but if the pros outweigh the cons I would definitely consider OU instead.
I am open to other med-based careers (though I would prefer a psych-specialty/psychiatry, because it interests me the most), but not dentistry (not a big fan).
No I am not an Oklahoma Promise scholar.
How would I go about doing this? I simply contact the local general practitioner, dentists, etc and ask to shadow? There is a mental health clinic nearby (I live in Claremore, about 30 minutes NE of Tulsa), and several therapists, psychiatrists, counselors, etc around.