Notes from med school (1) Oct 27, 2008
At the end of junior year you take the Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT) ... I studied for the MCAT for several months in addition to my college classes. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Meet Cross Country Senior Chris Gumbs Oct 11, 2008
I plan on moving home to Seattle, running a marathon, shadowing a physical therapist and an orthopedic doctor and studying for the MCAT. If none of that works out, I will ride my bike to Central America and donate my time to those in need. Do you have someone you look up to as a runner. (Santaclarabroncos.com)
Starting a new life Oct 8, 2008
After years of community service and research, sacrificing social lives to study for the MCAT along with five other courses, spending caffeinated summers cranking out secondary application essays, devoting hours to perfecting interviewing technique, weeks of repeatedly checking the mail for that holy grail of an acceptance letter, and crying over rejection letters, we let out a sigh of relief. We have finally reached our lofty goal: four more years of grueling and arduous work. (The Palm Beach Post)
Matson manages his time Sep 19, 2008
This summer, Matson took the MCAT and he has applied to 11 medical schools. Every now and then Matson or Marcks fields requests from teammates - some serious, some joking - to diagnose a twinge or subtle pain. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
West Point health center closes Sep 11, 2008
We just cannot afford to stay open due to unpaid bills and the California state budget, MCAT director Nancy Ehlers said. Even if the state budget did cover future operating costs, we haven t paid our vendors, rent and utilities in months, not to mention employees wages and benefits. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Just The Facts Jul 26, 2008
Navajo County Narcotic Task Force (MCAT) / 32,495. 18. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Adolescents’ anti-smoking perceptions research subject Jul 24, 2008
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With shortage looming, local physician shows non-traditional path to practice Jul 13, 2008
He started studying for the MCAT, lining up references, and trembling at the thought of giving up full-time work and the accordant lifestyle that comes with a steady paycheck for the struggles of a penny-pinched student. I used to take Route 9 from Worcester to Malden because I couldn t afford the Pike, he said. (Malden Observer, MA)
Sul Ross student researches 21st Century dental practices Jul 6, 2008
The program assists students to prepare for and pass the GRE, LSAT, and MCAT tests, as well as apply for doctoral programs at other institutions. The McNair program also sponsors travel to graduate fairs and symposiums, along with periodic workshops on how to find and secure graduate funding for involved students. (Odessa American, TX)
Comment on this article Jun 11, 2008
If that isnt enough to get Joes skills to the standard, Joe may need encouragement to study for the Medical College Admissions Test and try to make his mom happy. Assuming Joe has neither a cognizance nor a competence problem, he falls into the 90% of employees with performance problems that bosses label as no fire in the belly. (Energy Pulse, CO)
A dose of their own medicine Jun 8, 2008
" The program will offer $30,000 scholarships for each year of medical school. Those who accept are required to serve at least four years in a rural area, which the students can choose. "But we do more than just throw money at them," Guice says. "Kids from some rural high schools don't have advanced courses, so they're behind students from urban areas when it comes to taking the MCAT (Medical College Admission Test). We'll help them prepare for that. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Area teens with sights on medical career benefit from John Randolph medical science program May 15, 2008
In addition to prerequisite work, pre-meds take a special standardized test called the Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT) in their junior year. The MCAT tests knowledge of basic sciences, as well as reading and writing abilities. (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)
Corkum ends competitive lacrosse career at Holy Cross May 2, 2008
Corkum is going to be spending lots of time on the books even this summer as she prepares to take the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT), along with applying to medical schools. I want to stay in-state. (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
Kaplan opens new Harvard Sq. center May 2, 2008
Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions, best known for preparing students for standardized admissions exams such as the SAT, GMAT, GRE, MCAT and LSAT, just moved into Harvard Square. Located at 39 JFK St., just across from The Garage (next to Peet's Coffee), Kaplan s new facilities will primarily serve the students of Harvard University, MIT and Tufts University in preparing for medical school, law school, business and graduate school admissions tests. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
$4 million to get more MDs in Manitoba Apr 16, 2008
But, my son who wrote his MCATs ... Her friend who urged her to go to Brisbane had four interview with U of M. She was a governor generals award winning student with high GPA and MCAT scores. (CTV.ca)
Brown Gymnasts Earn ECAC Honors Apr 1, 2008
After earning a 42 on her MCAT, Goldstein, was sought after by the Top 12 medical schools in the country and has recently decided to attend Columbia Medical School following graduation. It has always been her dream to attend the Columbia Medical School and pursue a career as a pediatric brain surgeon. (Brownbears.com)
O'Day rises, shines in big leagues Apr 1, 2008
He's a smart guy, which you'd expect from someone who has passed both the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) and the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) ... After passing the MCAT, some friends insisted that the LSAT was a tougher challenge. (Florida Times-Union)
Boomers' hope: That the kids are all right Mar 25, 2008
"When I was in college, at some point I reached a decision that I wanted to be doctor. I didn't really think much about it. I was so consumed with getting grades and MCAT scores. I was really focused and driven in that regard, but I didn't stop to think enough about any other career paths. When I decided it was not what I wanted to do, I really had no idea. It was a little scary in that respect. Medical school had been my goal all through college. I got in and decided not to go and now what?".... (USA Today)
Newswatch, Police/Fire Feb 12, 2008
The practice exams offered are the GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT, DAT, OAT and PCAT. Kaplan will give the exams under timed conditions, and students will receive their scores and detailed feedback on their performance, including an analysis of their strengths and weaknesses. Check-in begins at 8 a.m. at the University of Hawaii at Manoa's Richardson School of Law. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
COLLEGE BRIEFS Feb 10, 2008
On Feb. 23 at 10 a.m., free test exams will be offered for the Law School Admissions Test, the Graduate Management Admissions Test, the Medical College Admissions Test and the Graduate Record Exam. A follow-up session will be held in March for score interpretations. (Scranton Times, PA)
Thinking outside the box Dec 24, 2007
All had good MCAT scores. Each gets a letter saying that 20 people applied, but there is only one opening. (SunSpot.net)
WHERE ARE THEY NOW? Dec 1, 2007
Adickes remembers being told by an advisor that if he got straight A's and did well on the MCAT, he could go to any medical school he wanted. And that is exactly what he did. (Baylorbears.com)
Trauma Earlier In Life May Affect Response To Stress Years Later Nov 22, 2007
They assessed a group of women before and after they took their medical admissions tests (MCATs), a stressful experience for most people. Measuring levels of a stress hormone in saliva (cortisol), they found that women who had experienced trauma earlier in life (but who did not have PTSD or major depression) had lower levels cortisol leading up to and after the MCAT exam. (Science Daily)
Trauma may alter stress response Nov 22, 2007
Measuring levels of a stress hormone in saliva (cortisol), they found that women who had experienced trauma earlier in life (but who did not have PTSD or major depression) had lower levels cortisol rather than higher levels, leading up to and after the MCAT exam. "Stress initially boosts cortisol output but after the stressor is over, cortisol falls below normal. These data suggest that, in some people, it may fall below normal and stay there, or that it develops a chronic tendency to dip lower... (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Dolphins' Samkon Gado takes unique journey to NFL Nov 7, 2007
Gado's ambition is not a stretch; he was pre-med at Liberty University and took the MCAT after graduation. His focus is on tropical medicine, so he can return to Nigeria and help his countrymen. (Sun-Sentinel.com)
Help wanted: Diverse Valley needs more doctors Oct 25, 2007
One of the topics is "Nailing the MCAT," the primary medical school entrance exam. We wish the organization well in its efforts because successfully recruiting doctors will benefit the Valley in five direct ways: Physicians of color from the Valley often prefer to work in their hometowns, which suffer from a shortage of physicians. (Fresno Bee)
Guthrie has medical aspirations Oct 23, 2007
native is planning to tackle the Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT) in 2008. "Actually, I'd like to be a doctor," Guthrie said. (University News, MO)
Testing Center finds new home Oct 4, 2007
The UTC serves the region as the location for many exams for admission to undergraduate, graduate and professional studies programs, including the ACT, SAT, Graduate Record Examination (GRE), Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT), Pharmacy College Admissions Test (PCAT), Law School Admissions Test (LSAT), and Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT). It is also a site for numerous professional certification and licensing exams, such as teacher certification (Praxis) tests and the U.S. Medical... (East Tennessean, TN)
Missoula City Council e-mails reveal irritation, alliances during meetings Sep 30, 2007
In an e-mail to Rye, Strohmaier and a researcher working on the chicken ordinance, Councilman Bob Jaffe wrote the following: ou should try to catch her comments at the opening of the council meeting from the MCAT recording ... With MCAT airing the meetings and government documents readily accessible online, the process is wide open, said Rye, who considers Missoula a model of open government. (Missoulian, MT)
MCAT, grades key to admission Sep 25, 2007
Kaplan's survey reveals that medical schools weigh GPA, MCAT scores equally, heavily in admissions ... 77 percent said the applicant's MCAT score is one of the top two factors, and 75 percent said a student's GPA is one of the top two factors ... Admissions officers were also asked what month is the best time for students to take the MCAT, he added. (The Cavalier Daily, VA)
Today's athlete just might be tomorrow's doctor Sep 11, 2007
"I want to become a surgeon of some sort probably. I'd also like to do a lot of volunteering overseas and a program called Doctors Without Borders sometime in the future after I have my medical degree." She is awaiting her MCAT score, and if it is good, she'll apply to a medical school on the East Coast. Even if her scores aren't up to her standards, medicine is still in her backup plan. (University News, MO)
Question of questions in test prep flap Sep 9, 2007
" "What's going on here seems more an intellectual property copyright issue than a test prep issue," Schaeffer said. The National Association of Boards of Pharmacy's lawsuit accuses UGA of copyright infringement, misappropriation of trade secrets and contract violation. "These are very knotty issues," Schaeffer said. Many testing companies routinely make money by selling copies of old, retired tests, he said - including the College Board, which gives the SAT, taken by millions of college-bound... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Many Are Called, But Few Are Heroes Sep 6, 2007
Steury took his MCAT exams, passed with flying colors, got a scholarship to Indiana Universitys medical school and graduated among the top 10 in his class ... Steury took his MCAT exams, passed with flying colors, got a scholarship to Indiana Universitys medical school and graduated among the top 10 in his class. (Townhall.com)
Med Schools Seek More Nonscience Students Sep 2, 2007
Humanities students also fare better on the MCAT, the standardized test for medical-school admissions ... The students do not have to take the MCAT, but they are required to pursue a humanities major as undergrads before starting at Mount Sinai. (MSNBC -- Health)
Three Meet Records Fall on Final Day of Competi... Jul 20, 2007
Wildman-Tobriner finished second in the men's 50-meter freestyle on Saturday but missed Friday's men's 100-meter freestyle because he was taking the MCAT exam for entrance to medical school. The women's 100-meter backstroke went to Elizabeth Coster of New Zealand in 1:02. (Usctrojans.com)
JUST AMONG FRIENDS Jul 19, 2007
This honor guarantees acceptance to the school of medicine after earning the undergraduate degree and most importantly, exempts the student from sitting for the MCAT examination ... The program is intended to give the student an opportunity to explore academic fields and outside activities in depth without having to contend with the normal medical school application process and preparation for the MCAT. Klint plans to use the remainder of his undergraduate career to study the Chinese language... (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
Affordable health care Jul 17, 2007
Ashley Throckmorton, a 2007 MSU graduate, volunteers once a week at the clinic while she juggles studying for the MCAT and her other job. She works one-on-one with the patients to fill out the forms to apply for free medication from drug companies. (The State News, MI)
How to Get Into Medical School Jul 11, 2007
Pre-Med Course Requirements, MCAT Scores, Volunteer Work, and More ... Others argue that science classes are beneficial to med students and for the MCAT exam, and that medical schools recognize that it's generally harder to get a high GPA in a science major than a liberal arts major ... 6) Do well on the Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT). (Suite101.com)
Becoming a Doctor Jul 2, 2007
You also take the Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT), a standardized test that assesses your ability to think critically and logically. From there, you begin completing applications for medical school. (Suite101.com)
Texans' Gado takes time off to prepare for MCAT Jun 5, 2007
Gado misses workouts to prepare for MCAT ... So when the running back asked if he could miss a few practices to finish a prep course for the MCAT he plans to take in July, coach Gary Kubiak gladly agreed ... on "Gado misses workouts to prepare for MCAT". (ESPN -- Football News)
UC Merced graduation swells May 19, 2007
Reid said he will now focus on taking his MCAT exam in preparation for medical school. "It's a step, in addition to all of the other things I have to do to get where I want to go, but it's a step," Reid said. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Certificates boost career possibilities Apr 30, 2007
In addition to the MCAT, Princeton premeds must take at least eight classes two semesters each of general chemistry, organic chemistry, biology and physics. Students with Advanced Placement credit in a relevant field only need to take one semester of that subject. (The Daily Princetonian, NJ)
Time to celebrate healthy transportation Apr 20, 2007
On MCAT: Watch for special BWBW programming, Bresnan Cable Channel 7. See www. (Missoulian, MT)
Students sign up for 'Hanover FSP' Apr 6, 2007
The Dartmouth Online. Friday, April 6, 2007. (The Dartmouth Online, NH)
Scientists Convert Heat To Power Using Organic Molecules, May Lead To New Energy Source Feb 16, 2007
This book contains 1001 organic chemistry questions covering all the organic chemistry topics tested by the MCAT. Each question is in the MCAT multiple choice. . (Science Daily)
Study To Explore Using Magnets To Correct 'Sunken Chest' Feb 15, 2007
This book contains 101 MCAT verbal passages in the form of 11 full length verbal exams formatted exactly like the New 2003 MCAT. Questions have complete explanations for correct and incorrect. . (Science Daily)
Test takers found errors on first computer-based MCAT Feb 9, 2007
About 780 of the 2,500 students who took the first computer-based Medical College Admissions Test on Jan. 27 encountered a set of questions that did not relate to the previous passage, said Matt Fidler, MCAT program manager for Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions. The Associate of American Medical Colleges, the company that created the MCAT, announced in early February that students who took the flawed test would receive a letter giving them the options of either voiding the test with a full refund... (The Crimson White, AL)
Future in med school awaits Georgia forward Rebecca Rowsey Feb 5, 2007
She was accepted after scoring a 32 on the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) in August but is planning to return for her final season of eligibility. Rowsey's not sure what area of medicine she plans to study, but she's known the career path she wanted to take since she was a young girl. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Online MCAT format poses new challenges Feb 3, 2007
A Kaplan survey of test-takers of the first online MCAT exam revealed a majority of students found the newly formatted test to be harder than they expected, according to Matt Fidler, Kaplan director of premed programs ... "Everybody is familiar with working with a computer, but we're talking about five and a half hours. It's an MCAT-based marathon." ... The online MCAT was first introduced in August 2006, and has since replaced paper administrations of the exam, he said. (The Cavalier Daily, VA)
Mild Form Of Bird Flu Slows Down Migration Of Swans Feb 3, 2007
Migratory swans carrying a mild form of avian influenza depart from The Netherlands more than a month after their healthy counterparts do. They also feed slower and fly shorter distances. (Science Daily)
Marathon changes dancers' lives Feb 1, 2007
As a result of his work with Dance Marathon, Rice shoved all his science courses into one semester, took the MCAT without studying much, and got in to the UI medical school, he said. Now, he works as a child life assistant at the UI Hospitals and Clinics. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Old SATs crop up again -- on purpose Jan 31, 2007
The Association of American Medical Colleges, which oversees the MCAT, said responses to that question would be thrown out and students' scores would not be affected. Copyright 2007 The. (CNN)
Clues To Cause Of Difficulty With Swallowing In Children Jan 19, 2007
Eosinophilic esophagitis (EE) is disease that was first described in children only 20 years ago, but has shown a rising incidence in both children and adults. An inflammatory condition of the esophagus, its symptoms including vomiting, heartburn and difficulty in swallowing. (Science Daily)
A closer look at Zoook Jan 4, 2007
Then he decided against taking the MCAT and took another route. The initial choice to study biology was driven by practicality, Zook says, and the decision to follow his heart and become an artist followed a life-changing experience. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
