What are my chances of getting into an MD PhD program?

MCAT and GPA: In 2020-2021, the average GPA for MD-PhD matriculants was 3.8 and the average MCAT was 516.2. Acceptance Rate: There were a total of 701 MD-PhD matriculants of 1855 applicants for an acceptance rate of 37.7\%. Compare this to an MD-only acceptance rate of 41.9\%

How competitive are MSTP programs?

MSTPs are generally more competitive than general MD/PhD programs. The admissions criteria are quite a bit steeper than medical school admissions in general (usually 3.7-3.9+ average GPA, 3+ years of research experience, substantial medical shadowing/work, and an average MCAT of 33-36+ on the old scale).

How hard is it to get into Harvard MD PhD?

The dual degree is one of the University’s longest and most demanding programs and boasts an acceptance rate of 2 percent, allowing students to pursue doctorates in fields ranging from classics to chemistry while also completing clinical training.

How long are MSTP programs?

The average length of time before graduation is 7.5 years; generally students will take 6 years or 8 years depending on the nature of their graduate research. Students generally complete and defend their PhD thesis before completing their clinical rotations in the last 1 – 2 years.

Do Md PhDs make more money?

Unfortunately, MD/PhDs are not paid more than their MD counterparts. Research doesn’t pay as well as seeing patients does, so MD/PhDs who spend their time doing research naturally compromise some of the salary they would make as a physician.

How many MSTP programs should I apply to?

Overall, we recommend that you apply to 20–35 schools across MD and MD-PhD programs.

How hard is it to get into an MD PhD program?

4. It is more difficult academically to be accepted to an MD-PhD program compared to a normal MD program. In 2014, the average MCAT, GPA, and science GPA of MD-PhD matriculants were 35, 3.8, and 3.8 respectively. The average MCAT, GPA, and science for traditional MD matriculants was 31.4, 3.69, and 3.63 respectively.

What happens if you drop out of an MD PhD program?

If you drop out of an MD-PhD program, some schools require you to pay back the investment that the school made in you. Read each school’s policies or talk to the school’s admissions office before you decide to apply. 15. Having an MD-PhD does not guarantee that you’ll get into a “better” residency.

What is the average MCAT score for MD-PhD students?

In 2014, the average MCAT, GPA, and science GPA of MD-PhD matriculants were 35, 3.8, and 3.8 respectively. The average MCAT, GPA, and science for traditional MD matriculants was 31.4, 3.69, and 3.63 respectively.

Does having an MD-PhD guarantee you a better residency?

Having an MD-PhD does not guarantee that you’ll get into a “better” residency. Edward Chang is the Co-founder and Director of Operations of ProspectiveDoctor.com.