My Chances of getting into Washington University In St. Louis (Pre-med)

Pre-Med & Medical School High School Student Topics
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<p>Okay so im currently a sophomore in HS and I'm wondering if my grades are adequate enough to attend the fine institution of Washington U (Pre-med that is). </p>

<p>So I have a 3.94 GPA
I only have 3 B's which were all +'s.
and I'm going to take the ACT this april.
What do i need to score on it (ACT) to ensure a place at WU?
What kinds of extra-curriculars should i pursue?
Which school would be a better choice/easier to get into: MIzzou, SLU, DUKE, WashU, or UMKC? </p>

<p>What is the accpetance rate for the 6-year Dental School program at UMKC? Will i be able to get into that?
What would i have to do to get into that school?</p>

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<p>you should post what ECs you currently have, what work experiences, and other related info. to give people a better idea. All you have posted right now are your grades, which are pretty much nothing to base your chances on since there are so many other factors.</p>

<p><a href=“College Search - BigFuture | College Board”>College Search - BigFuture | College Board;

<p>Check that link out</p>

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<p>EC
Student Government
Key Club
Book club
Young Democrats of America</p>

<p>Jobs:
Server </p>

<p>Tons of Volunteer experience
Nursing Home: (19)
Community Service: (66)
Garden Club: (5 )</p>

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<p>At WU:
Composite ACT 25th percentile is 31 and 75th percentile is 34.</p>

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<p>Thanks Nate & ViggyRam! Has anyone here applied there before? How competitive is admissions? What kinds of EC’s should i participate in to beef up my resume?</p>

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<p>Looking at the ACT scores I would say it’s relatively competetive to get in. You should be fine with the EC’s you’re in as long as you put a decent amount of time into them (not doing something twice with a group and saying you’re a part of it). It will depend on your grades, ACT or SAT, and your courseload in HS along with your EC’s.</p>

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<p>Competitiveness: on that link I pasted, it says 22% are admitted.</p>

<p>Very important admission factors:</p>

<pre><code>* Character/Personal Qualities

  • Class Rank
  • Application Essay
  • Extracurricular Activities
  • Recommendations
  • Rigor of secondary school record
  • Standardized Test Scores
  • Talent/Ability
  • Volunteer Work
  • Work Experience
  • Academic GPA
    </code></pre>

<p>Considered:</p>

<pre><code>* Alumni Relation

  • Interview
  • Racial/Ethnic Status
  • First generation college student
  • Level of Applicant’s Interest
    </code></pre>

<p>“A note about the college’s admission requirements: Rigor of high school curriculum and academic performance, GPA, test scores, extracurricular activities, essay, recommendations very important.”-from collegeboard website.</p>

<p>So, yea, pretty competitive, but not unbelievable (ie.Ivy-type selectivity). Present yourself as a well-rounded individual.</p>

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<p>If you’re interested in premed, you should probably get some clinical experience and do some research…</p>

<p>GPA is a bit low…do you have any ECs as of now?</p>

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<p>Try posting this on the Chances thread. and get some good clinical experience. i hear pre-med at washu is pretty tough, good that you are already so motivated.</p>