Just decided to take my MCAT again recently and this couldn’t have been better timed. My previous ineffective methods are definitely the reason why I didn’t get the score I know I can. Thanks Dr. J for this perfectly timed video 🙏🏾
Please I need to know this. I have a degree in Anatomy already but I still plan on becoming a medical doctor. If I take the mcat exams, does it qualify me to begin the second half of medical school (clinicals).
I got a 511 on my MCAT. As an applicant who really wanted to go to school in California, I thought I was doomed (Cali is super competitive). Ended up getting into 8 schools, 2 of which are in Cali. Testament to how the MCAT score isn't everything. If you get the average or slightly below, just work on becoming the most kick ass human being. Someone that med schools would be stupid to reject.
I applied this logic and got into multiple ivy research summer programs without any research experience outside my lab courses. Made sure the rest of my app was amazing
I saw a commercial on YT about raising your MCAT score. So I had to find out what it was. Now that I do. I have more faith in the ppl who treat me. But I'm also glad I don't have to worry about this because I am not a med student.
Can you do a video on becoming a doctor after the military? Given being older than the typical applicant, having premed and most of medical school payed for in Texas (GI bill, and Hazelwood act), what we could do during the military to increase our chances of getting accepted ect.
all you pre-meds don't forget to look into getting a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine rather than MD/DO.... less stressful application cycle and guaranteed surgical residency if that's what you're looking for... all I'm saying is look into it.. ;)
Hi Dr. Jubbal! How are you? I love your videos and I was wondering if you can make a video on what is impostor syndrome and how a student can overcome impostor syndrome. Have a wonderful day and keep up with the good work :)
hi can you do a video of prerequisites for med school in high school and pre med. Also, do students need to do surgeries in med school because my hands shake a little. However, I only want to become a neurologist. Or what other medical professions are good for shaky hands?
My goal has always been to go to Podiatry school, which tends to be a second choice for people who don't get in to med school. But the average MCAT score is super low. So as long as I get a 500 I'm good 😅
in podiatry school now it was such an awesome decision. Super happy with it so far. Taking all our classes with the other medical students so the rigor is no joke!
@@bluethunder9102 that's true. However, im an older non trad. I live a very comfortable life and own a home making a third of what podiatrists make. So o think ill be ok haha
Hey Kevin, With the merging of M.D. and D.O residencies, could we expect to see an equalizing of prestige among the two degrees? Also, could acceptance credentials to M.D and D.O. Schools become equal aswell?
Well i have about a 2.67 gpa at the moment with 3/6 are A and 2/6 high B and 1/6 a C with still 2 classes left to take for summer i hopelly maybe get at least a solid 3.0 gpa at the very least cause im losing hope
3.0 gpa is too low for med school unless your mcat score is damn near perfect or you cured cancer. However, someone that cured cancer would definitley have higher than a 3.0.
No but there is a correlation between the MCAT and being able to handle the academics in medical school. Medical School has a lot of self-study involved (A LOT). If you cannot study independently or find good study habits and do reasonably well on the MCAT, then why would you be able to do well on step 1? Or your rotations? Or step 2? Of course this isn't the whole story, there are certainly whales that "buy" into a good MCAT score and Kaplan and other "pre-med" companies are all too happy to exploit people's insecurities and take people's money.
I would say there's a weak correlation but not zero. I agree with Tybera that the MCAT predicts if you can handle the workload. The amount you learn in 1 week of undergrad is taught in 1 day of med school. If you can't handle the MCAT, then you're unlikely able to handle Step 1-3. Those students who got lower MCAT scores and couldn't get into a US school usually go to a Caribbean med school. However, many (I would say about half) end up dropping out because they couldn't handle the course work.
Just decided to take my MCAT again recently and this couldn’t have been better timed. My previous ineffective methods are definitely the reason why I didn’t get the score I know I can. Thanks Dr. J for this perfectly timed video 🙏🏾
Good luck!
Please I need to know this. I have a degree in Anatomy already but I still plan on becoming a medical doctor. If I take the mcat exams, does it qualify me to begin the second half of medical school (clinicals).
@@Otinomo7628 in the US? I don’t think so.
How’d it go the second time around?
I'm going to college next fall and will be on the pre-med track and your videos really help me out.
Same. Goodluck
I got a 511 on my MCAT. As an applicant who really wanted to go to school in California, I thought I was doomed (Cali is super competitive). Ended up getting into 8 schools, 2 of which are in Cali. Testament to how the MCAT score isn't everything. If you get the average or slightly below, just work on becoming the most kick ass human being. Someone that med schools would be stupid to reject.
I applied this logic and got into multiple ivy research summer programs without any research experience outside my lab courses. Made sure the rest of my app was amazing
Slay future doctors 🥳
This is so amazing! you're helping so many people!
Dunno why I'm watching this while I'm waiting for Match Day 😂
😂 good luck and congrats
@@MedSchoolInsiders I matched into child neurology!
@@saralee8996
Is that what you wanted?
@@RealGalaxyGamers considering the exclamation mark in their response, most likely yes
I just matched into fellowship and I’m watching this. Humbles me to see how much more competitive it has gotten 😂
My sister took the MCAT the other day and has been really struggling. I'll send this to her!!
Hope it helps!
@john locke any updates?
@@googaaklo153 she got high enough to apply to her top choice :)
@@johnlocke3599 Congratulations to your sister!
And why I watch videos about getting into medical school is a complete mystery. Maybe it speaks to the quality of the channel.
I'm a Brit living in ASia who already grew up and became a teacher. Why am I watching this?? I never even heard of MCAT.
@@ishanr8697 It's never too late to apply for medicine.
@@sarah37452 I'm happy as a teacher, no disrespect to all the docs out there.
I saw a commercial on YT about raising your MCAT score. So I had to find out what it was. Now that I do. I have more faith in the ppl who treat me. But I'm also glad I don't have to worry about this because I am not a med student.
NO ITS NEVER GOOD ENOUGH!! THERE IS ALWAYS SOMEONE BETTER AND BRIGHTER. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try :)
Im an MS2 so hopefully my mcat score was good enough
Honestly I watch your Chanel so many times but I never knew your name
This is probably the best channel out there
Can you do a video on becoming a doctor after the military? Given being older than the typical applicant, having premed and most of medical school payed for in Texas (GI bill, and Hazelwood act), what we could do during the military to increase our chances of getting accepted ect.
I’m tryna to be a doctor in the military 🤷🏾♂️
I got a 517 and havent gotten a single interview this cycle. man my essays mustve been complete dogshit lol
this is concerning lol.. what did your extracurriculars look like?
This cycle hasn’t even started. Schools get your application in June.
@@Rockrockyrockrock think he meant the 2020 cycle, not the 2021 cycle
Unfortunately Asians need exceptionally high scores
all you pre-meds don't forget to look into getting a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine rather than MD/DO.... less stressful application cycle and guaranteed surgical residency if that's what you're looking for... all I'm saying is look into it.. ;)
This video came when I needed it most
Hi Dr. Jubbal! How are you? I love your videos and I was wondering if you can make a video on what is impostor syndrome and how a student can overcome impostor syndrome. Have a wonderful day and keep up with the good work :)
hi can you do a video of prerequisites for med school in high school and pre med. Also, do students need to do surgeries in med school because my hands shake a little. However, I only want to become a neurologist. Or what other medical professions are good for shaky hands?
My goal has always been to go to Podiatry school, which tends to be a second choice for people who don't get in to med school. But the average MCAT score is super low. So as long as I get a 500 I'm good 😅
Do what makes you happy. At the end of the day you’ll be a docter making bank.
@@daveyjones3016 true podiatry is cool with surgery too but they don’t make nearly as much as an MD orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon
in podiatry school now it was such an awesome decision. Super happy with it so far. Taking all our classes with the other medical students so the rigor is no joke!
@@bluethunder9102 that's true. However, im an older non trad. I live a very comfortable life and own a home making a third of what podiatrists make. So o think ill be ok haha
Hey Kevin,
With the merging of M.D. and D.O residencies, could we expect to see an equalizing of prestige among the two degrees? Also, could acceptance credentials to M.D and D.O. Schools become equal aswell?
YESSSSS!!! RT
Top university? I would be happy to get into any med school, particularly at one of my state schools
Well i have about a 2.67 gpa at the moment with 3/6 are A and 2/6 high B and 1/6 a C with still 2 classes left to take for summer i hopelly maybe get at least a solid 3.0 gpa at the very least cause im losing hope
3.0 gpa is too low for med school unless your mcat score is damn near perfect or you cured cancer. However, someone that cured cancer would definitley have higher than a 3.0.
You are helping me so much
What to study for the MCAT? PLEASE!
Is memm only used for the mcat or can you use it to study for anything like for the usmle.
MCAT only for now
Thank you so much. But then what programs do we use to study for the things other than the mcat.
@drkevinjubbalmd please do a video on international students accepted in medical school ( international student doing pre med from USA itself)
just got a fever after hearing about MCAT 😢😭😟Honestly, there's a ZERO correlation between taking MCAT and who's gonna be a good doctor.
No but there is a correlation between the MCAT and being able to handle the academics in medical school. Medical School has a lot of self-study involved (A LOT). If you cannot study independently or find good study habits and do reasonably well on the MCAT, then why would you be able to do well on step 1? Or your rotations? Or step 2?
Of course this isn't the whole story, there are certainly whales that "buy" into a good MCAT score and Kaplan and other "pre-med" companies are all too happy to exploit people's insecurities and take people's money.
I would say there's a weak correlation but not zero. I agree with Tybera that the MCAT predicts if you can handle the workload. The amount you learn in 1 week of undergrad is taught in 1 day of med school. If you can't handle the MCAT, then you're unlikely able to handle Step 1-3. Those students who got lower MCAT scores and couldn't get into a US school usually go to a Caribbean med school. However, many (I would say about half) end up dropping out because they couldn't handle the course work.
Can someone tell me if I am an international student I can go to medical school?
Medical schools exist everywhere, not just the US.
I’ll revisit my comment in 2 years and I will have at least scored a 520 so brb
Did you take the MCAT? Where is that 520
Am I the only who finds this whole process to be unfairly anxious-inducing?
Would you like to collaborate with us
Just commenting for the algorithm 🖤🤎
I’m in my 3rd year of my undergrad but I’m studying to get a 524 minimum I want to be perfect
Be realistic you can strive to be the best you can be, but don’t strive to be perfect you will never be proud of yourself.
Glad i can get through med school without it...
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