Hey everyone,
I am going to be applying to BS/MD Programs this fall, and I was wondering if it is totally required to take the Chemistry SAT II? I have an awful background in it, and I have a stronger background in Biology. My Math 2 SAT II is 790 and I am for sure going to take Literature in October.
Do these programs list any expected SAT IIs on their websites?
The competition into BS/MD programs can be on the level of Ivy admissions. You’ll need to make sure that your app fulfills all that is required, and is as strong as it can be.
If there is no indication that two science Subject SATs, are needed, then a strong Chem, Math, and Lit sound good (to me).
Your CR+M should >= 1500 and you should have done volunteering in a medical setting, and maybe shadowing and research too to be competitive.
Northwestern’s HPML program requires Chemistry. It is not recommended, it is required.
http://www.feinberg.northwestern.edu/education/degree-programs/hpme/entrance-requirements.html
Others, like Brown’s PLME program and Rice/Baylor Medical Scholars Program require two science subject tests, but are not specific about what two.
Some, like Pittsburgh’s Guaranteed Admissions Program or Alabama’s Early Medical School Acceptance Program do not require subject tests at all.
That being said, if you have not taken enough Chemistry in high school, or if you did not do well in the subject, it could be a concern/red flag to many of those programs.
Also look at your state U’s…for example at The College of New Jersey
Question: What are the MINIMUM academic eligibility requirements to apply for admission to the TCNJ 7-Year Medical Program?
Answer: The following are the MINIMUM academic eligibility requirements to apply:
Standardized Test Scores: a minimum of 1480 in critical reading and math from ONE TEST DATE of the SAT I. No exceptions will be made. (The test may be taken more than once, but the combined score must be from one sitting.) TCNJ now accepts ACT scores for consideration: the composite ACT score must be equivalent to a 1480 combined verbal and math SAT score (from one test date) or higher. However, if the SAT is taken, this score will also be considered. (The incoming class of 2011 had an average SAT I score of 1500+, and average SAT II scores of 773.)
High School academic achievements: Applicants must be in the top 5% of their class, and/or have an unweighted G.P.A. of 4.5 or 95% depending on how the school evaluates achievement. You should have participated in school, community or other activities that demonstrate service and leadership. You should also have had good exposure to medicine and/or healthcare. While SAT II and AP tests are optional, many of our accepted students have taken many of these examinations.