Application Cycle One: 2005

• Undergraduate college: UCSC
• Undergraduate Area of study: Biological/Life Sciences

• Total MCAT SCORE: 496
• MCAT Section Scores: B/B 124, C/P 125, CARS 123   Detailed Breakdown
• Overall GPA: 3.50
• Science GPA: 3.40

Summary of Application Experience

So even though I didn't ace the MCAT I did well enough to get interviews at some of the best schools in the nation. I am extremely happy with the process and hope that by May 15th I will be saving my spot at a top choice. Here is what I think got my this far:

1) Very Very Strong LOR's (Have a about 6 very strong from doctors and professors)

2) Good trend in GPA

3) Strong activities including leadership roles

4) Good AMCAS and secondary essays

5) Came from a single mother, father in jail

So, the only downer is the MCAT. I have been lucky enough that schools have turned their attention away from the score and looked at me as a whole. Good luck to anyone in this process and I will keep you all updated.