<p>I'm a first-generation Hispanic male looking for a varied list of schools with great undergraduate pre-med programs (mostly out-of-state). I know where you go to for under-grad for pre-med isn't factored into medical school admissions, but I'd still like to be in a school with a strong program. </p>
<p>I have a weak test scores (25 on ACT). I'm retaking to hopefully achieve a 28-30 based off my recent practice tests. I have a 3.73 unweighted GPA and a 4.97 weighted GPA. I've taken 5 AP classes and I'm taking 5 this year (as a senior). I'm taking the most advanced math, English, and science courses offered at my school. I also have great EC's but listing them would be too much. They're mostly involving LGBTQ programs and tutoring students. I also had a job through my local police department tutoring and mentoring peers at my high school</p>
<p>So far, my letters of rec's are great and superb essays. </p>
<p>My dream school is Vassar or uChicago (both way out of league). I've applied ED to Vassar, still being hopeful. I would still like to consider applying to some other schools for RD aside from the ones I already have on my list.</p>
<p>If you had a 28 ACT, it’s not impossible to see you getting into Vassar as a male URM, but since you applied ED, it seems unlikely that you’ll have that test score in time for the ED decisions this week.</p>
<p>In the event you get a no from Vassar, you might look at schools like Bard, that have a 25% line more in line with your current test score. I’m not an expert, but it does seem similar to Vassar in many ways and is located in the same part of New York.</p>
<p>You need to apply to some match and safe schools. Where hardly matters. Pick some schools you like. Since pre-med is not a major, you may want to pick a major in the sciences that will offer you all the pre-reqs you need and also a career should you choose against applying to med school, or you do not get in. </p>
<p>If you are thinking of med school or really any grad school, save money on your choice of undergrad school you decide to attend! Nothing wrong in going to your (or another) state school and keeping your grades up rather than struggling at some of these top and likely competitive schools. Just something to think about. </p>