I am so lost on this process and dont really have anyone else to go to, but I am thinking about applying to SMPs while also applying for med school. The issue is med schools wouldnt see my grades in the master's program because i would have already submitted applications. Is there a way for me to report those grades without automatically being rejected from the programs?
Im currently a senior who is taking another semester to boost gpa. Currently 2.7 gpa, but I believe I can get it up to at least a 3.0 if I nail this summer and autumn semester. My gpa is so low to due poor study habits/mental health issues. Im planning on taking the mcat in either January or February. My extracurriculars are okay -- 1.5 years as a pediatric medical assistant, health scholar (TA + peer mentor within program), anatomy club eboard member, 300 non clinical volunteer hours, rural healthcare club (had some leadership).
I just dont know what path to take to get me to medical school. I thought about doing an SMP, but I would want to start those in Spring 2027, but there are only a handful of spring start SMPs. I could also do a diy post bacc/take courses as a non degree student. I was hoping to apply to med school summer 2027 for a autumn 2028 start. Is this reasonable?
Would a diy post bacc be sufficient to prove I can handle med school or do I need a masters/SMP to prove I can handle it?