Transfers & Med Schools

dewdrop87
Sun, 15 Jun 2008 11:52:37 +0000

Hmmmm…well, I really am not sure of anything new I can tell you. Except to add that research experience is also a major component of MD/PhD admissions. You will be competing against people who not only have amazing stats, but students who might also have a publication or 2 (or 7 if you’re a super nerd like me).

Getting into medical school will be difficult no matter what school you attend. I think the education I received at Cornell prepared me very well for the MCAT and I think Norcalguy gave some stat that shows Cornell students tend to dominate the MCAT. I will repeat that I do not believe transfers are at a disadvantage for medical school admissions. Be sure to attend the pre-med student orientation when your arrive on campus and make contact with the CALS pre-med advisor. They are very helpful and will help guide you along the right track.