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Originally Posted by ronin87
I do not have my GED yet , I would still have to take the exam. As for other studies, I have none. I have been helping my father in busines and have learned much in this field, but it is not what I want to do in life. On my own, I have been reading books on biology and anatomy, but not part of any school program that would give "official" credit.
If AUA is not adapted for students in my condition, would you have a suggested course of action for me to take in order to become a doctor elsewhere? Tuition costs are not an issue.
Thanks
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The first/best thing to do is go ahead and get your GED or go back to HS and graduate.
Then you should attend a local community college or continuing education program at a local university. Start off with some relatively simple maybe even remedial courses to improve your Math and English skills. Learning how to write and communicate verbally cannot be underestimated in its importance. (most of the people with low MCAT scores do fine in the sciences but are held back by their verbal and writing scores). Learn how to take notes to suit your learning style. Treat your professors as your colleagues/mentors who are there as catalysts for your success.
Focus on Problem Solving a Test Taking skills. I can't tell you how many excellent students I have met who are still nervous when they take a test. A test is simply a way for you to demonstrate your hard work. You will work hard right? So show it in the test.
If you are getting A's (and you should be getting A's) at this first level, start looking at a decent 4-year school in your area with a reputation for sending their graduates into US medical school(s). The community college will have an articulation/transfer agreement or two which will allow you to transfer to a State school. Private colleges might be a good transfer option as well especially if you want smaller classes and academic support. Be sure to speak with the 4-year school to clarify how/if they accept courses and credit.
Your time out of school has been an education hasn't it? It has taught you at least the importance of education in opening avenues of opportunity. USE THIS EDUCATION for your benefit. Treat every day of every class as a business deal: you have to learn X, Y and Z to make the deal today - so learn X, Y and Z. Studying and going to class is the hard work. Tests and quizzes are the play / pay-off for your hard work.
One last thing: this is YOUR education...not your parent's, brother's, sister's, friend's, fiance's...etc. Work to succeed as if your life depends on it. Because it does.