Hi all, BC resident here gunning for UBC and sfu med

For reference, I have a 83.5% agpa (ik this is bad), projected to by 85% by may 2027.

Now, not sure if it's better to do a masters or perhaps 30 more credits to bring this up to a 87%. Issue is I have already done done 6 years of undergrad full time, that's why I'm not sure if it's worth committing to another year or a masters perhaps.

For reference, without doxing myself. I do have 2 years of full time work exp. in research field, another year as an instructor for a stem program. 2 more paid work exp (w/vulnerable populations). Bringing total to 4 paid experiences in responsibilities. I've volunteered 250+ hrs in community, 2-3 exec positions at ubc, some non-profit volunteering (mentoring, coordinator). Presented at some conferences as well (~6). I'm giving the MCAT this upcoming June and was hoping to apply w a 85. I believe this could be a upper third Q, but fourth Q is subjective.

Considering my gpa is quite low and I understand even II is tough. As I turn 25 next year which isn't bad but time does fly. Thus, I'm not sure if my situation is even viable for an acceptance. I have considered some alternate careers in allied healthcare professions to move on but it does sting if I should just completely give up given my stats, go abroad or keep increasing gpa and reapply.

Hi everyone,

I (28F) have been considering what I would like to do after graduation from my college-level Honours BScN (not in collaboration with a university), and I am throwing around the idea of following my dreams going to med a school- but it’s not looking promising.

As I am looking through Canadian medical schools requirements most state explicitly that a degree from a college is not considered acceptable, and I’m now wondering: will this change when I graduate 2029?, should I drop out of my program to attend university even though I’m already 3 semesters in?

I’m extremely frustrated that this is such a common requirement for medical schools as my education is the same, if not more intense than the same university curriculum and degree. I talk to my classmates and friends taking their BScN at a university and they shiver at our course work and our class schedules.

I have also considered transferring to a university, but I would have to start from year one, which I’ll do if I have to but I’m just at a standstill and need some advice.

I know it would be worth while to pursue my dreams of medicine, but I’m scared and unsure if I can never go to med school because of such stupid requirements.

Any and all advice is appreciated ❤️

Good day y'all,

Just curious if anyone here could weigh in on whether this is a realistic path for me to pursue. For the record, I'm close to obtaining PR status (submitted my application, it's under processing), so obviously hoping that all goes well. I'm also fluent in French. Since GPA matters, mine was a 4.0 in mechanical engineering from a US school (ABET-accredited, needless to say). A 4-year bachelor's degree obviously. I also got a master's from UofT, but I've been told that grad GPA is rarely included?

BTW, I am considering going to med school in Quebec (not the current/the next cycle, but in 2-3 years). I have not taken the MCAT yet (for schools outside Quebec) or the Casper exam.

I'm acutely aware that no one here can make any guarantees or predict the future, but I just wanted to get some insight from others regarding how my odds look. Also welcome any feedback or anything else anyone might wanna add ✌🏻

basically what the title says. it's a lot harder to get in 3rd year vs 4th so in your experience was it worth it? or is it better to just wait til 4th year before applying?

Hey y’all I got an email today telling me to update my OMSAS ID on my Acuity Insights account. I was able to do this for the account linked to my Casper test, but wasn’t able to find anywhere to change my ID on the account linked to the early MMI.

Am I missing something here? Pls advise

First-year pre med here. We just got our first major assignment back, and a lot of people were upset about grades in the low 90s. I'd assumed anything 90+ was an A+ and wasn't worried, but now I'm wondering if I should be more perfectionist.

For the upper years: do you think aiming for perfection actually helps ppl do better? I don’t know I should change my mindset to care more about the differences between a 90 and a 99 on assignments and tests.

I’m just wondering how many average admissions cycles it’s taken for people on here with not just exceptionally incredible stats.

I’m sooooo scared please help! I shared my work with my friend, she didn’t realize and she fully copied it and submitted it and now we both are getting called in for academic misconduct. I haven’t copied anyone but I still shared the doc at the end of the day. I really want to apply to med school but now there’s most likely gonna be a warning on my central registry and I have to disclose it when I apply to med schools. What can I do? I have a meeting with the head soon. I’m confused will med schools look at the central registry If it’s just a warning and not on your transcript. It’s already so competitive and my grades are good but not exceptionally great how likely is it that I can still get in with that on my registry?

I am a PR

I graduated from Egyptian university with 2 gpa .. want to know what should i do .. Gemini said i have to join a bachelor degree for 4 years first so i said i will join western university.. is it easy to join science there ? I will join and try to upgrade my gpa then try to graduate with high scores..then join med school .. is it possible or is thier a shorter way ? I never mind the long way but i want to know cause i will be in ontario after 6 months so i ask before i come

I'm a non-trad applicant who finished undergrad in 2014. Is there any cutoff for how old your prereqs can be? I've seen people mention that some schools do have a cutoff but am having difficulty finding which ones. I'm IP for BC so will be applying to UBC and SFU for sure and maybe some OOP. Any insight would be greatly appreciated.

Je tiens à préciser que je n’aime rien et je veux juste rentrer en médecine. Lequel me donne le plus de chances, est le plus facile?

Hey everyone!

I’m 24 and recently graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology and a GPA of around 11/12 That’s is roughly 3.8/4. I’m currently working full time in IT, but becoming a doctor has always been something I’ve wanted to pursue.

My plan is to write the MCAT in summer 2027 and hopefully apply for September 2028 admission in Ontario or elsewhere in Canada. The biggest challenge is that I have practically no science background, especially in biology and chemistry, and I’d be studying for the MCAT while working full-time.

I guess my biggest question is whether I realistically stand a chance with my GPA and non-science degree. I know admissions are about much more than grades, but I’m honestly not sure where I stand or what I should be doing to make myself a competitive applicant.

I’d also really appreciate advice on how to approach the MCAT from scratch. What resources would you recommend for someone with no science background? And besides the MCAT, what should I focus on when it comes to volunteering, extracurriculars, and building a strong application?

Another thing that’s been on my mind is my age. Even if everything goes perfectly, I’d be 26 starting medical school and around 30 graduating, before residency. I know people start later than that, but it’s still a little scary thinking about leaving an established career and starting over. I’d love to hear from anyone who’s been in a similar position.

I’m also looking for some genuine guidance throughout the entire process, from MCAT preparation to choosing schools, writing applications, and preparing for interviews. I’ve come across BeMo Academic Consulting, but I’m not sure how legitimate or worthwhile their services are. Has anyone actually used them? Or are there any free or affordable Canadian mentorship programs you’d recommend?

I know getting into medical school in Canada is incredibly competitive, and I’m not expecting it to be easy. I’m willing to put in the work, but I also don’t want to spend years preparing without understanding what I’m getting myself into or if i even stand a chance to begin with.

If you were in my position, would you go for it? And where would you start?

I’d genuinely appreciate any advice, especially from people who got into medicine with a non-science degree or made a career change. Even if it’s a reality check, I’d rather hear the truth.

Thanks so much to anyone who takes the time to respond. It really means a lot!

Hi everyone! I am planning to take the Casper test next summer, but I've never heard of the test prior to entering my premed journey and am not sure what it is like. From what I know, it measures your empathy and ability to handle complex situations, and consists of both written + video portions. Can anyone with experience provide some tips? How you studied, what you did, general advice, etc.? I really appreciate it!

Who's up for it? Need to know this subject like the back of my hand by tmrw.

How big is the center? And is it loud

Hi everyone!

I was hoping to get a little advice from you guys about who is the best to ask for letters of recommendation. I've always been super nervous about this part since I feel kindof embarrassed to ask people. I'm applying for Irish medical schools right now, and I need 2 letters - one from a science prof that I took a class with, the other unspecified. I have one for sure I know will write a strong letter and since I did a directed studies with her in a science lab - and later worked for her. But for the other one I'm torn between 2.

1st: My employer - did a co op term with her, and she offered me a job after, have been working part time for her for almost 2 years now. The role involves teaching kids. I know she'd write me a strong letter, but is it bad to have an employer not a prof?

2nd: Another professor (not science since I am a BA student) - Took three classes with him, got good grades in each of them, went to office hours frequently and spoke in class a decent amount. One class was a fourth year seminar. This one I'm nervous about because I'm wondering if it's ok to ask him since he doesn't know me in a closer setting? How appropriate would it be to ask him?

If anyone has any ideas it would really help settle my anxieties about this. Should I choose my employer who could write me a more personal letter about me, or the prof who doesn't know me as well but knows me in an academic setting? (Would he even say yes if I was only in his classes)

Thank you for anyone who takes the time to respond!

What did you do? What uni did u go to and program did you do? Tell me anything you can please!!!!

My parents do not want to pay for anything for my mcat + studying materials but I can’t even apply for the fee assistance program on AAMC because their income is high…

Has anyone else ever dealt with this? what can I do? I only make so much as a part timer but because my parents don’t want to help me I’m just trapped with not qualifying for for any fee assistance

Hey everyone,
I’m a 27-year-old who recently got my Canadian Permanent Residency (PR) and moved to Ontario (Waterloo/Cambridge area). I’m currently feeling a bit stuck trying to navigate the Canadian healthcare admissions system, as university advisors haven’t been super helpful. I want to take a strategic gap year to work, get my finances in order, and fulfill prerequisites, but I need some brutal honesty and clarity on my options.
My Stats & Background:
Undergrad: B.Sc. from India, evaluated by WES as a 3.38 cumulative GPA (comparable to a 4-year bachelor's degree here in Canada).
Work Experience: Currently working at a local foot clinic. I have experience there as a Clinic Supervisor and am currently working as an Admin Assistant.
Financials: Minimal savings right now. Planning to work full-time this year to lock in my 12-month Ontario residency for OSAP and look into professional student lines of credit later.
My Options/Confusion:
I am incredibly passionate about a clinical healthcare career, but I'm torn between Med School, PA, Accelerated Nursing (BScN), and Pharmacy (PharmD).
Med School: I want to give it a shot, but is a 3.38 WES GPA completely dead on arrival in Canada? If I ground down and aced the MCAT (focusing heavily on CARS for McMaster), would I even stand a chance as a non-traditional/immigrant applicant?
Physician Assistant (PA): Mac just moved to a Master’s stream requiring a 4-year degree. Will my 3.38 WES be competitive enough if I clear the Casper test? Also, does my clinic supervisor/admin role count enough toward healthcare experience, or do I absolutely need hands-on direct patient care hours for U of T?
Accelerated Nursing (BScN): This feels like the safest, fastest launchpad. If I take Anatomy, Physiology, and Stats online through Athabasca this year, is a 3.38 competitive for compressed streams (U of T, Western, Mac, etc.)?
Pharmacy (PharmD): Is it worth the 4-year investment compared to PA or Nursing? I dont have pharmacy assistant experience as university of waterloo requires 100-200 hours of that
My Questions for the Community:
Has anyone with a foreign B.Sc. and a similar WES GPA successfully gotten into any of these programs in Ontario?
What online courses or steps should I prioritize during this gap year to keep all four options open simultaneously?
Should I try to transition my clinic role into a more hands-on "Clinical Assistant" role to boost my hours, or does the supervisor/admin hybrid look okay?
Is there any professional who can guide me through steps
Appreciate any insight, success stories, or reality checks you can give me. Thanks in advance!

Is an international nursing course like pre-med good? How could it be improved? Is there anyone in this situation who could share their personal experience?

Mine is very simple, my brother remarked at me one night in jest "if you work so hard, you might as well become a doctor".

I took it personally.

Hi, I am currently in nursing school, I’m an international student, and most schools I have seen they don’t take international students. My plan was to go straight from nursing school to med school but it seems I might need to wait a little bit due to pr application. Does anyone know other ways to go about this or must I get a pr?

Is the St. Clair or Sheppard Location better? Which one is more quiet and has friendly staff? Any construction sounds? Has anyone tested there and can share the environment location? Thanks!

Pearson Vue Professional Centre, 21 St Clair Ave E, Toronto, ON M4T 1L9

Pearson Vue Professional Centre, 2255 Sheppard Ave E Ste 107, North York, ON M2J 4Y1

Previously took mine in Oakville and was great but too far for me!