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Old 10-08-2006, 03:33 PM
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GPA and MCAT are the first things looked at by any school, so they should be decent. However, Ross tends to give students with lower numbers a second look if they can prove that they have what it takes. Show that you are active in volunteering, research is always a plus, have some leadership experience in student organizations, etc. If you have some bad grades that dropped your GPA, explain them in the interview (if you get one). I had a low GPA and a decent MCAT score. I had good explanations for some of my grades (others I didn't...I just suck at chemistry). US schools didn't give me an interview so I couldn't show them that I have the passion and drive to make it in med school, despite some bad choices and grades in undergrad. Ross gave me that second chance and offered me an interview. I was able to show them who I am and explain some low marks on my transcript. So I would advise you to do everything you can to raise your GPA now. I know the application process to US schools is long, but go ahead with it. Try your best to get in. If you don't get an interview by December, then either re-apply, or if your GPA is too low, go ahead and apply to Ross. The application process is a lot shorter. Get straight in your mind what it takes to make it in medical school, decide if that's really what you want to put yourself through, and, if it is, don't give up and don't let anything stand in your way. If you really want it, you'll get it. Good luck!
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