<p>For MACT scores, how hard is it to get at least a 28(what you need for the U Miami program) or 32ish?</p>
<p>It's pretty easy as long as you study for a couple of weeks and take related courses in college. I got a 39!</p>
<p>Damn a 39. That's ridiculous. For us normal folks a 28 isn't "easy" but it is very doable.</p>
<p>wow 39, hydrogen3k, where did you/are going for undergrad and med school?</p>
<p>wow..ur the first person (hydrogen3k) ive heard that said the MCAT is easy...u have any tips?..lol</p>
<p>what about getting a 27 on the mcat through the psu program, which you'd only have two years of college that will back you up for the mcat...because it seems like core classes that prepare you for the mcat are taken during your 2nd year at penn state...so how does that affect getting at least a 27</p>
<p>yo hydrogen u really know how to blast those MCATs wow...a 39..i think thats the highest score i've heard...</p>
<p>I took the MCAT with a few weeks of study over winter break (this was in January - before second semester of my second year). I'm in the BA/MD program with Rutgers-NJMS (NJMS Class of 2011 - yeyah!). So, yeah. Don't stress too much about it; it's a little harder than the APs (combine AP Physics, AP chem, AP bio (a bit higher), and AP language and composition into a computer based exam).
Also, if you need any advice regarding admissions, decisions, finances, college life, or whatever, please don't hesitate to send me a message - I will be more than happy to help out. I've been through the cold hell of the admissions process, so think of me as an older brother with experience, if you want.
Good luck; April draws near.</p>
<p>hydrogen, are you think about applying to other med schools, like Harvard and Johns Hopkins, since your MCAT was so high? Your bound to get in some great med schools with that score.</p>
<p>is the MCAT required for Rutgers-NJMS? Or did you just take the MCAT to test for other med schools? Do you mind sharing your stats??
thanks!!!!! :)</p>
<p>The MCAT is required, but the score needed is pretty low. Last year, a kid got through with a 21. My stats: 1 of 91 from uber competitive school; 1550; 800s; captain varsity tennis and president of several organizations; clinical experience...very important; strong New Zealand accent :) ;two summers of research; and most importantly, tons (and I mean a lot) of awards, including placing first in international science contests. Also, I'm pretty tall and somewhat built - so, not the stereotypical indian applicant.
Lastly, in regards to applying out...yes, I've thought of that quite seriously. But, then again, if you've read some of my posts, I've "lectured" on the importance of prestige in medical school - which is very little. I stress this once more, the medical school you go into does not matter - what matters is the residency you get into, which is greatly dependent on your USMLE step 1 scores. Ask the schools that you are applying to for their match list. This is very important. It shows the specialties and residency hospitals that people got into. At NJMS, we have several people going to Harvard, Yale, and Columbia's teaching hospitals. So, don't go brandname crazy when selecting colleges. But, then again, you make a lot of connections by going to Harvard Medical School. Yet, is it worth the extra year (probably two) to finish up, apply out, and loose my seat at NJMS - I don't think so (or I hope not :) )</p>
<p>omg! those stats are awesome...lol....my parents keep telling to start studying for the MCATs 2-3 years beforehand..i cant get a 39 even if i study tht long..but ill be happy with a 30..lol</p>
<p>wow hydrogen3k, you have AMAZING STATS. Was NJMS your first choice? And since you talked about have a accent and all, did you apply as an international student?? (I think I might have to apply as intel too, depends on Green card process :( ) So does NJMS have a min MCAT score?? Was 21 the lowest?</p>
<p>Sorry for so many questions!!!! But it seems like you know the info really well!!!!!! THANK YOU THANK YOu in advance :)</p>
<p>I didn't really have a first choice. It came down to HPME and NJMS - and I guess the full ride + stipend pulled me through (I can't imagine why someone would want to carry a ~300k debt). Also, I was born here, so I have citizenship. I think NJMS would like you to score somewhere near 26.</p>