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Q: How hard is it to get into SLU's medical scholars program?
I just got the undergrad acceptance letter and I really want to get into the medical program. I visited the campus and loved it and the medical program would make my life perfect! Anyone get in.. if so could you please tell me your stats? If you could pst any info about the program in general from what you've heard.. that would be great! Thanks!

A: It really depends on your ACT/SAT score and of course your determination to get in. I would talk to your counselor and see what he/she has to say. Email or call them according to the region you live in...it should be on the website. Hopefully, this helps! P.S. I haven't visited the campus yet. Is it safe? and what was the best part of your tour?

Q: Can i apply to both a school's medical program and PA program without being rejected for doing so?
I have been in the process of applying to Physician Assistant school but I have been contemplating on applying to the medical and PA programs within the same school when I apply. Will the schools be less likely to accept my application is they somehow see that I applied to both of its programs?

A: Definitely! There is a chance that the departments at the university talk, and if you were found out, both programs would be likely to drop your application in the waste basket. I've known people who weren't accepted into medical school that then went on to try for dental school and were denied. The schools like to see dedication and passion. Go 100% for medical school, don't do the backup plan. Keep your GPA up, do well on the MCAT and then get some extracurriculars going. The admission committees love to see that you have been involved in volunteering, you have clinical experience, and research if you can. Good luck!

Q: Does York University have a medical program?
Is there a medical program that we can do at york? and then go to med school after that?

A: There is no medical school at York. To get into med school you need a science-based undergrad and then write the MCATs. At York you can get a BSc in biology which is a pretty standard "pre-med" program.

Q: Accelerated Medical Program in Boston University?
HI, I'm applying for the accelerated medical program at boston university. My question is that, if i do not get into the program, which college within BU will i be put into? The supplement asked for which program or college, and i put down the accelerated program. I'm really worried about which college ill be put into if i don't make it into the program. I don't want to be put into the college of general studies. I actually really like the college of arts and sciences, or college of rehab. Well i was wondering if i do make it into the school. Which college within Boston U would I be placed into?

A: well, if you dont make it into the program, and youre not considered excepted into the school yet, you may not make it into the school at all. thats the worst case scenario. accelerated med programs are hands down the toughest in the country to get into, but if you dont make it in, dont worry. you can always gain a stellar gpa and experience (and high mcats), while attending the regular school (or another great school); you can even graduate in three years, although i dont recommend it. im in med school now, and i took a few years off after earning my b.f.a. in theater (fyi, having a science degree doesnt really allow you to stand out when applying to med school), and i experienced things outside of medicine throughout and after college, so i feel comfortable i made the right choice. on the flip side, my closest friend just graduated med school and earned her b.s. in three years. she has always been driven to become a doctor, but now she is questioning her love for medicine, and is wondering what she would have ended up doing had she taken a year or two off. she regrets immensely her decision to hurry right into med school after three years of grueling undergrad work. i highly advise you to take it slow; admissions actually like seeing that students took time off to travel, gain experience in medical research, etc, because they see them as more mature and more solid on their decision to become doctors.

Q: does Temple University ave a 7 or 8 year medical program?
Does Temple university have a 7 or 8 year medical program?

A: If you're capable of being accepted to such a program, you should be capable of doing a google search for the school website.

Q: How hard is it to get into the 7 year accelerated medical program at Boston University?
I found this program on the website but it lists no average GPAs/SATs for the people who get in. I want to know if I should apply for this since and if I have a reasonable chance of getting in, since just APPLYING to college is fairly expensive nowadays.

A: Boston University Medical is highly respected and prestigious. Without knowing your stats, it's impossible to say how your chances are, but it is fairly exclusive. On the other hand, if you don't apply, the chances of you getting in are 0. So apply. The cost in nothing compared to the potential changes to your life.

Q: Is Penn Foster Career School legitimate when it comes to the medical transcription program?
I recently enrolled in Penn Foster Career School to get a career diploma in medical transcription. Now I'm reading all of these conflicting things about how legitimate the program is. Will I be able to get a job with Penn Foster as my school? I need answers asap! I don't want to waste my time OR my money. Has anyone actually GOTTEN a job in medical transcription after completing the courses from Penn Foster? HELP!!!

A: I completed my pharmacy technician career diploma with penn foster a month ago. They are legit and very well accredited. They are accredited by American Association of Medical Assistants. Here is the site so you can check it out: ttp://pennfoster.edu/accreditation.html There are online schools that are not exactly accredited in the right areas but penn foster is not one of them. Believe me!!! You are not wasting your time or money with them. I will be getting my certificate and license in a few weeks.

Q: is pre-medical program in the us only for becoming a future physician and not a surgeon?
i am really confused, can medical students not be a surgeon by doing the pre-med courses?

A: Someone who is pre-med is just a college student. They can major in anything. It is wise to major in something like biology or any health science. Once accepted into med school one can than decide if they want to be a surgeon or a physician.

Q: Does anyone have experience with Career Step and their Medical Transcription program?
I'm looking for people that have experience with Career Step's Medical Transcription program. Is it worth the money? How long did it take you to find at-home work?

A: hi bluez, why dont you try www.mtuniversity.com? I think you Careerstepis more expensive.

Q: is it a good idea to take an online medical assistant program?
I wanted to take an online medical assistant program at US Career Institute but I am not sure if its legit. I am also wondering if employers would hire me since its an online and not a hands on program, does that matter? has anyone done a online medical assistant? do you recommend it? please i need help!

A: Where you are may be different. In my state, a clinical component is required in an accredited Medical Assistant curriculum. While a license is currently not required in this state (many older medical assistants could not qualify), certification is often required by the hiring practice. There are a variety of certifications possible, so you'd need to determine the ones you want to earn and check with the certifying agency. Suggestion: Call several practices or clinics in your area and ask to speak to the office manager. Explain your interest in preparing for a career and ask (1) if they hire Medical Assistants, (2) what job duties they hire Medical Assistants for, and (3) what certifications they prefer or require. Usually, you'll get a lot of help.

Q: Does Carnegie Mellon have a good medical program? And for those of you who went there, did you like it?
I heard some bad stuff about Carnegie, and I am thinking about going there for medical, just wondering if you guys liekd it there.

A: It to me seems like a pretty hard college to get into SAT Score median 1395 average is 1381. Not to high but sorta of high. High school GPA is not really looked at but what classes you took in highschool. I have not gone to this college. But the low numbers of students admitted looks to me like they are picking students that are the best of the best. Carneige seems to be centered around business. But seems to have a decent medical program, from the list of classes I found on thier sight they require. I have been trying to find thier medical sucess rate for students stil to no luck..That is what you need to figure out. But seems to be like a decent college. Best Wishes

Q: Whats better, the john hopkisn medical program or Rutgers?
I heard a lot of good things about Rutgers medical but John Hopkins is obviously a very prestigious school. Just wondering which is better just for medical.

A: Rutgers is a great university -- however, it doesn't really have a medical school. It has an affiliation with the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, which has a campus in Newark and another campus referred to as the Robert Wood Johnson School of Medicine. Johns Hopkins (note the spelling) is one of the best medical schools in the world.

Q: What Kind of School Offers a 6 year medical program?
There are some Colleges that offer a pre medical/medical course that is only six years long Does anyone know what Universities offer these programs

A: Here's the link to the list of every school that offers the combined degree program: http://services.aamc.org/currdir/section3/degree2.cfm?data=yes&program=bsmd Here's some basics so you can evaluate the programs: 1) The minimum requirements for admission to any US medical school is 90 semester hours of college credits that include the prerequisite courses. 2) Acceptance into a combined degree program means that you will complete the 90 semester hours at a cooperating undergraduate university and then enter your first year of medical school. Your undergraduate degree is awarded after completing the first year of medical school. 3) Not only are the combined degree programs more competitive, but remaining in the program is far more stringent. One bad test score could end your involvement in the program. I mention that only because if you do falter and a program drops you, you can still apply to medical schools through the normal application process but you'd be doing so with a black mark against you. 4) Not all combined degree programs waive the MCAT requirement.