<p>okay here's a question: so we all know that to get into bs/md programs, you first need to get an interview. And we also all know that interviews are quite important. But what I'm wondering is, do these programs make their final decisions based on only the interviews, or do they go back to the initial application, as in do they look again at your scores, grades, recs, essays, etc. ALONG WITH your interview results? Cuz it might not be fair to ppl who are particularly bad at interviews but strong at essays, recs, etc.
I hope that was a easy question to understand. Would appreciate your feedback! :)</p>
<p>bump hehe just to make this a hot thread (at least for tonight... ) :p</p>
<p>they definitely look at whole package even after interview
it's not based on just interview</p>
<p>that means grades, letter of recs, extra currics, etc etc
I have a post about this somewehre if you search for it</p>
<p>But, always realize that they are looking for the Whole Package, meaning amazing scores + bad interview will not get you accepted. But, mediocre scores + amazing interview, will.</p>
<p>k... more posts?</p>
<p>"But, mediocre scores + amazing interview, will."</p>
<p>good chances, but not necessarily.</p>
<p>They want to see your committment to the medical field meaning, hospital volunteering, doctor shadowing, research, etc. are things you might want to look into. Also, they look for someone confident and outgoing/outspoken in their interviews. They do go back and look at everything all over again after the interview.</p>
<p>Depends on the program. Some programs such as USC Bacc/MD want to see if you have a dedicated interest in a field OTHER than medicine. For example, I'm pretty sure that I got into USC's program because I had (what I consider to be, at least) amazing accomplishments in the visual arts while still maintaining good grades and showing a strong interest in medicine (hospital volunteering, research).</p>
<p>One of my interviewers at USC Bacc/MD said, "Nothing makes me more nauseous than seeing a premed major in biology and minor in chemistry."</p>
<p>yes they like to see another more creative side of the applicant other than just science. this can be a hobby of yours like I like to write poetry. That's some programs only though.</p>
<p>while the above is true to an extent, it still comes down to whether you have expressed an interest in medicine--above all, I think that's what an admissions committee (of doctors) is going to value most. This could be from med-related research to doctor shadowing. I think its a legitimate thing to look for, since you're basically locking yourself in for 6-7-8 years to become a doctor.</p>
<p>of course, you need the grades and stats to get your foot in the door first...then worry about the med-related stuff. Without satisfying stat reqs, nothing else really matters.</p>
<p>k thanks guys!</p>