<p>University of Colorado
Washington State University
Arizona State University
Oregon State University
Western Washington University
Virginia Commonwealth University
University of Oregon
University of Arizona
University of Washington
Drexel University
University of the Sciences in Philadelphia
Colorado State University</p>
<p>I am considering Drexel's accelerated program. I am also considering VCU's 8-year guaranteed admission program. I am a high school sophomore right now, and I had the worst possible GPA for a future doctor (2.6). I have worked hard my sophomore year and I earned a 3.6 GPA 1st semester and as of now 2nd semester I have a 4.0.</p>
<p>I am expecting a 3.3+ cumm. GPA and 1800+ or 1900+ on the SAT. I am also planning 3 IB courses.</p>
<p>Can someone help me with this dilemma? Do I have a chance at these schools and their programs? Am I aiming too low or high? </p>
<p>Please don't say I am too young to worry about this because in my opinion I am not.</p>
<p>Thank you very much for any answers and help.</p>
<p>I was accepted at VCU's program and I got an interview at Drexel but ditched it because I decided I didn't like the program. The application process has told me that numbers will not make the absolute difference when it comes to decisions. However, they are still very important. These combined programs wanna see that you will be able to handle the rigors of med school, and programs that exempt you from the MCAT want to know that you can take tests. </p>
<p>So, my suggestion for you is that you keep that GPA as high as possible. Please try to get it 3.5 or above... it's possible, I promise! Also, try for a SAT score above 2100 (especially if you have a gpa on the lower end of the spectrum). I did hear of someone getting into the VCU program with a score lower than 2000, but to be safe, that SAT needs to be high! PM me if you want some advice on studying for SATs... I was a really weak test taker at first, but I eventually got the hang of it, and I think it's possible for anyone to own the test, given time.</p>
<p>In any case, I will be attending the VCU program next fall, so I can't really comment on the program itself yet, although it does seem very flexible and suitable for someone set on the medical path. If you have any other general advice about high school, applying to combined programs, or whatever, drop me a PM.</p>