Hiii I'm from nigeria and in 11th grade..i know this sounds cliche but it's been my life-long dream to become a surgeon. I need your advice as someone along the path of medicine. Should I take the traditional path or the bs/md program????? I start my journey in 2026 (after I graduate high school). I'm a very good student I have perfect grades and I do tons of medical research. Am I worthy??? Do you think I'd survive??
I appreciate this video sis! By the way, the college board stopped administering SAT subject exams shortly before May. BS/MD applicants will not be required to submit these scores anymore. The focus will likely shift onto AP exams (sucks for me since I didn't take any 🥲).
Hey! I’m glad you liked it! Thanks for letting me know! I’m glad they’re dropping the subject tests . Are they gone for good or just for now because of covid? And don’t be discouraged because of the ap exams!
@@christinajoseph4041 hey!! that's great honestly. I wish I had a definite answer for you on that, but I'm not sure. Maybe you could try emailing the specific programs you want to apply to and asking.
This vlog should be played at HS freshman orientation for those who want to go into the medical field and the BS/MD program. so many good tips - which also apply to other majors. Great vlog #FUTUREDOCTOR
Hi! Thank you so much for the informational video! I have a 1370 SAT wtih 3.8 GPA, but I'm trying to get into Howard's BS/DDS Program :( Do you think Howard University has a lower competition compared to other prestigious BS/DDS programs? Other than my stats, I have 100+ dentist volunteering hours and 2 other dental internships, but overall do you think those stats are enough for the program? Thank you!
Based on what I've seen and the people in my program whom I know, Howard's BS/MD program is just as competitive as most BS/MD programs (I can't speak much for BS/DDS because no one in my cohort was BS/DDS and I haven't done much research on that specific route, but the programs are closely related). The competition is still very high, with most accepted students having mid 1400's-high 1500's SAT scores. I was honestly an exception LOL. However, stats are definitely not the only components to whether you get in at Howard, as I know that I (with a 3.76 high school GPA and 1350 SAT score) got chosen over many students with 1500+ SAT scores. With your experiences, I think you would be a competitive applicant, but a lot of factors come into play.
My friend’s gpa is around 4.35 weighted and 1470 sat but she moved to a new highsgcool for her sophomore year so did few ec’s, two which were related to science idk lmao how do you think the odds are?
@@oreofeoladapo Oh that’s good to know! Yeah she has like few of them, two from freshmen year and one is hosting a science club , she was worried since the programs are competitive. What advice would you give on supplemental essays?
@@ann7375 Applying for bs/md programs can be very daunting but tell her not to freak out too much! Just try your best. For supplementals i say the most important thing is to make sure to somehow align your passion with the mission of the schools she's applying to. Write a few essays about certain topics that are usually common (something about resilience, something about why medicine, something shorter about why bs/md, something about a challenge you've faced, etc) just have maybe 2-3 primary stories (people love stories. they can be about a medical related experience, family, etc) to tell and spin it to fit each school's mission. This will save a lot of time when doing supplementals for multiple schools.
@@ann7375 supplemental applications are usually asking multiple questions and are more extensive, so it may be more like short paragraphs answering multiple questions or a couple extra essays to write. really just be sure to answer the questions being asked honestly, truly show your passion for medicine, and to show you're a good fit for the school. I'm rambling but i hope that helped LOL lmk if you or your friend have further questions. I believe in her!
@@oreofeoladapo oh no you aren’t rambling! You said a lot of helpful things so I really appreciate that. I suppose the importance lies in making your essays focused on points that connect with your passion for medicine.
Going to junior year and plan on taking AP Chem n AP Psychology . 4.0 gpa . Gonna take SAT in junior n senior year. My problems are the volunteering n research stuff . How do I start ?
Hey! You're doing a great job. As for volunteering, look for different opportunities around you to start. It could be at a local hospital/healthcare centers, through your church/religious institution if you're religious, through your school, in your environment (cleanup, farming and whatnot), at a local food bank, etc! You can even start your own initiative if there's something you're genuinely passionate about and don't see anything being done about it. The opportunities are actually endless if you look in the right places; this world has an abundance of areas that can be improved. As for research, start off by seeing if your school as any opportunities or connections. Outside of school, there are various research programs you can apply for. For example, I know the NIH has some research opportunities for high schoolers. In addition, you can genuinely just ask any doctors you may know if they do research or know anyone who does research and may have a project you can help out with so you can gain exposure. And if you don't know any doctors personally, you can honestly cold email a bunch of people and show interest in their work. I hope this helped!
Hi thank you for this informative video! I really appreciate the advice. Btw, congrats on getting into bs/md! I hope to as well 😅 If you don’t mind, what programs did you get into? I also have a mid 1400 SAT score, almost all the programs I’ve been looking at have crazy applicant stats (1550 SAT, 4.0 UW GPA 😩)
Hey, I’m glad the video was helpful! Thank you! I got into Howard’s program and LECOM’s program. Although many programs have high requirements, some programs’ aren’t as high as others. Lemme see if i can find the website I used to compare bs/md program requirements. Also remember that stats are not the entirety of an application! In addition, if you haven’t already taken the SAT multiple times, consider retaking it and trying to improve your score. That way, you could possibly have more options of where to apply.
blog.prepscholar.com/how-to-get-into-a-bs-md-program this link has some, but i’m struggling to find the complete list that I used. Some of these schools are within you’re range! Best with your applications!
Hey! BS/MD programs are generally applied to while in 12th grade of high school, so everything I mention in this video is to be done throughout those years. Is there something more specific you’re wondering about? The application process varies by school. Some are through CommonApp, some have separate application websites. Research each program you’re interested in
My freshmen grades sucked so bad low 80's and a bunch of C's Im afraid for my future I was in a bad high school that was careless putting in wrong grades all the time now I'm enrolled in a better school for the next 3 years and afraid how this is going to impact me
Hey, it’s not the end of the world. I also had a few B’s and a C (I don’t remember exactly how many lol, high school was a while back), but many programs appreciate someone who challenges themselves, and i’m sure weighted GPA is often taken into account. If you feel you’re not as strong grades wise, balance it out by being strong in other aspects!
Thanks for the video! How many hours of shadowing, volunteering, and research have you had (of each)? Also, how did you find a research position. I am an upcoming junior in HS and I don’t really know where to start.
I actually had 0 shadowing, 500+ hours of volunteering, and idk how many “hours” of research off the top of my head, but I did a year’s worth of it through a program my high school had. Community service is something i’m very passionate about so i largely ran with that lol and it aligned with my school’s mission. My high school had a class called Independent Research (they also had a similar class that was for shadowing) and they taught us how to go about research and I was able to research a topic i was passionate about. Ask you counselor if your school has anything similar! I remember being so lost as a junior in high school, I wish you the best!
Also apologies for the late reply! But if your school doesn’t have a program, I’d just hunt for emails of people who maybe work in an area in science or medicine you’re interested in and let them know you’re a high schooler interested in the field. There are probably videos on youtube that go more in depth on this.
Hey Ariana! I don’t think you have to make your common app essay around medicine. The purpose of the CommonApp essay is for ALL colleges (not just bs/md programs) to see how well you write. I think it’s best to highlight your experiences outside of medicine, as you can discuss medicine in your supplementals. However, if you have a passion project that is somewhat related to medicine, that’s okay. I’m basically saying that it’s not necessary in my opinion. My CommonApp essay had NOTHING to do with medicine (the words “science,” “doctor,” and “medicine” were nowhere to be found)
Im a freshman in high school and I am taking 5 AP classes this year: AP world, AP Art History, AP psychology, AP Comp Science Principals, and AP Chemistry. I’m also taking Spanish 2, La 9, and trig/pre calc. I have 97s and 100s in all of my classes but my La 9 score is a 92. I also had a very bad test score in AP chemistry (50%) and that dropped my grade down to an 80. It’s the end of the quarter and my grades are locked in. I guess my question really is what was your lowest test score and do you think I’ll still get into a BSMD program even with my bad grades?
For the most part, i took a one-on-one prep course, which improved my score quite a bit. If you can afford it, I would recommend it. In addition to that, I mostly did a lot of practice questions and practice tests out of the official ACT textbook. I feel like I learned more through practice, especially since I was already pretty solid on the content. It’s important for you to take a baseline test and analyze it so you know your strengths and weaknesses, and know what your goal score is so you can work towards it.
Do you think a 3.75 uw is ok for bs/md and bs/do programs, because I had a family situation over the covid years which somewhat affected my grades the last half of sophomore year and my junior year.
i do think that GPA would be fine. I don't think it would hurt your chances too badly, but do be prepared to explain any dips in your academic performance if asked.
Hey! I do not personally know anyone in that specific program, but College Confidential (a website) is a great resource if you want to hear more about people's personal experiences applying to a certain program and being in it. This link is to different threads that pop when when I search "Toledo Bacc2MD" on college confidential: www.google.com/search?q=toledo%20bacc2md%20site%3Acollegeconfidential.com&oq=coll&aqs=chrome.0.69i59j46i67i199i465j0i512j69i57j69i59j69i60l3.761j0j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&ved=2ahUKEwij2rb846L1AhUMmeAKHaRKCRMQ2wF6BAgYEAE&ei=b9fZYePmMIyyggeklaWYAQ
Don't be discouraged! How far into high school are you? If it's possible I'd recommend taking some sort of prep course for the SAT and retaking. If you can't do a course, the resources on Khan Academy for the SAT really helped me improve my score! I don't remember whether I mentioned this in the video but the minimum SAT to be invited to howard's program is 1300.
It’s less about what school you went to but more about what opportunities you take and what opportunities you create. There’s so much more to who you are as a person and an applicant, so don’t let something you can’t control discourage you from putting in the efforts to do what your heart sets out to do. I doubt many programs look at an application and go “he/she went to xyz high school, NEXT”💀but obviously resources may come into play so if there’s something your school doesn’t offer seek the opportunities elsewhere (i.e. community programs, online resources, cold emailing, etc)
I wish I knew this was an option back in high school lol
I'm currently in the midst of the super stressful traditional application season
Hiii
I'm from nigeria and in 11th grade..i know this sounds cliche but it's been my life-long dream to become a surgeon. I need your advice as someone along the path of medicine. Should I take the traditional path or the bs/md program?????
I start my journey in 2026 (after I graduate high school). I'm a very good student I have perfect grades and I do tons of medical research.
Am I worthy??? Do you think I'd survive??
Thia ia the sincerest advices I have ever gotten!!!
I'm so glad to hear that! Appreciate it
You make me feel a little better abt all of this 😊
I'm glad to hear that
I appreciate this video sis! By the way, the college board stopped administering SAT subject exams shortly before May. BS/MD applicants will not be required to submit these scores anymore. The focus will likely shift onto AP exams (sucks for me since I didn't take any 🥲).
Hey! I’m glad you liked it! Thanks for letting me know! I’m glad they’re dropping the subject tests . Are they gone for good or just for now because of covid? And don’t be discouraged because of the ap exams!
@@oreofeoladapo hey girl great vid! they're gone for good! but if i took one before could i still submit my score if i wanted to now?
@@christinajoseph4041 hey!! that's great honestly. I wish I had a definite answer for you on that, but I'm not sure. Maybe you could try emailing the specific programs you want to apply to and asking.
@@christinajoseph4041 Yes you can report it on the Common App!
This vlog should be played at HS freshman orientation for those who want to go into the medical field and the BS/MD program. so many good tips - which also apply to other majors. Great vlog #FUTUREDOCTOR
Hi! Thank you so much for the informational video! I have a 1370 SAT wtih 3.8 GPA, but I'm trying to get into Howard's BS/DDS Program :( Do you think Howard University has a lower competition compared to other prestigious BS/DDS programs? Other than my stats, I have 100+ dentist volunteering hours and 2 other dental internships, but overall do you think those stats are enough for the program?
Thank you!
Based on what I've seen and the people in my program whom I know, Howard's BS/MD program is just as competitive as most BS/MD programs (I can't speak much for BS/DDS because no one in my cohort was BS/DDS and I haven't done much research on that specific route, but the programs are closely related). The competition is still very high, with most accepted students having mid 1400's-high 1500's SAT scores. I was honestly an exception LOL. However, stats are definitely not the only components to whether you get in at Howard, as I know that I (with a 3.76 high school GPA and 1350 SAT score) got chosen over many students with 1500+ SAT scores. With your experiences, I think you would be a competitive applicant, but a lot of factors come into play.
Hey, I’ll be applying this cycle… any updates? Are you in a BS MD program right now? Would love your input
This is very encouraging thanks I want to apply 😊 I'm believing to get in
Wishing you the best!
thanks for this video i’m rlly hoping to get into Howard’s bs md when I apply next year !
I'm glad I was able to help! I wish you the best!!
How’d it go?
@@Jacob-we6ue I didn’t even apply 😭
@@bsmdsimp5495 damn 😭 what changed ?
My friend’s gpa is around 4.35 weighted and 1470 sat but she moved to a new highsgcool for her sophomore year so did few ec’s, two which were related to science idk lmao how do you think the odds are?
Hey! I think she has a pretty decent shot stats wise but it depends on what the extracurriculars were and how committed she was to them
@@oreofeoladapo Oh that’s good to know! Yeah she has like few of them, two from freshmen year and one is hosting a science club , she was worried since the programs are competitive. What advice would you give on supplemental essays?
@@ann7375 Applying for bs/md programs can be very daunting but tell her not to freak out too much! Just try your best. For supplementals i say the most important thing is to make sure to somehow align your passion with the mission of the schools she's applying to. Write a few essays about certain topics that are usually common (something about resilience, something about why medicine, something shorter about why bs/md, something about a challenge you've faced, etc) just have maybe 2-3 primary stories (people love stories. they can be about a medical related experience, family, etc) to tell and spin it to fit each school's mission. This will save a lot of time when doing supplementals for multiple schools.
@@ann7375 supplemental applications are usually asking multiple questions and are more extensive, so it may be more like short paragraphs answering multiple questions or a couple extra essays to write. really just be sure to answer the questions being asked honestly, truly show your passion for medicine, and to show you're a good fit for the school. I'm rambling but i hope that helped LOL lmk if you or your friend have further questions. I believe in her!
@@oreofeoladapo oh no you aren’t rambling! You said a lot of helpful things so I really appreciate that. I suppose the importance lies in making your essays focused on points that connect with your passion for medicine.
Hey, thanks for such an amazing vid! Hoping to apply for the bs/md program this year. I am super nervous…
I wish you the best!!❤️❤️
Going to junior year and plan on taking AP Chem n AP Psychology . 4.0 gpa . Gonna take SAT in junior n senior year.
My problems are the volunteering n research stuff . How do I start ?
Hey! You're doing a great job. As for volunteering, look for different opportunities around you to start. It could be at a local hospital/healthcare centers, through your church/religious institution if you're religious, through your school, in your environment (cleanup, farming and whatnot), at a local food bank, etc! You can even start your own initiative if there's something you're genuinely passionate about and don't see anything being done about it. The opportunities are actually endless if you look in the right places; this world has an abundance of areas that can be improved. As for research, start off by seeing if your school as any opportunities or connections. Outside of school, there are various research programs you can apply for. For example, I know the NIH has some research opportunities for high schoolers. In addition, you can genuinely just ask any doctors you may know if they do research or know anyone who does research and may have a project you can help out with so you can gain exposure. And if you don't know any doctors personally, you can honestly cold email a bunch of people and show interest in their work. I hope this helped!
Are we just gonna skip over the murder?
LOL i guess so
Hi thank you for this informative video! I really appreciate the advice. Btw, congrats on getting into bs/md! I hope to as well 😅 If you don’t mind, what programs did you get into? I also have a mid 1400 SAT score, almost all the programs I’ve been looking at have crazy applicant stats (1550 SAT, 4.0 UW GPA 😩)
Hey, I’m glad the video was helpful! Thank you! I got into Howard’s program and LECOM’s program. Although many programs have high requirements, some programs’ aren’t as high as others. Lemme see if i can find the website I used to compare bs/md program requirements. Also remember that stats are not the entirety of an application! In addition, if you haven’t already taken the SAT multiple times, consider retaking it and trying to improve your score. That way, you could possibly have more options of where to apply.
blog.prepscholar.com/how-to-get-into-a-bs-md-program this link has some, but i’m struggling to find the complete list that I used. Some of these schools are within you’re range! Best with your applications!
@@oreofeoladapo what college did you apply for the LECOM program?
@@chickenwang8786 Mount St Mary’s University
@@chickenwang8786 and sorry for the late reply! But the LECOM program has a LOT of schools attached
This was a very nice video! Also, you should probably change your fire alarm batteries ;)
Thank you! And I'll ask my dad to LOL
Girl, you are smart and have a bright future, you better change your smoke alarm batteries! 😅
Hi. What should i do in high school to get into BS/MD. And how should i apply to the programs. Thanks 😊
Hey! BS/MD programs are generally applied to while in 12th grade of high school, so everything I mention in this video is to be done throughout those years. Is there something more specific you’re wondering about?
The application process varies by school. Some are through CommonApp, some have separate application websites. Research each program you’re interested in
My freshmen grades sucked so bad low 80's and a bunch of C's Im afraid for my future I was in a bad high school that was careless putting in wrong grades all the time now I'm enrolled in a better school for the next 3 years and afraid how this is going to impact me
Fire Alarm-skeee
Of course youre nigerian..we're too good!! You go girl, loved the advice (glad I'm seeing this as an 11th grader and aspiring surgeon)
Thanks for the info!
How many bsmd programs did u apply to? And which specific programs did u apply to?
Hey! I don't completely remember, but I think I applied to 7 or so.
#FUTURE DOCTOR
Crap I have 6 B’s and 1 C. I have taken hard classes and I’m kinda screwed 😂
Hey, it’s not the end of the world. I also had a few B’s and a C (I don’t remember exactly how many lol, high school was a while back), but many programs appreciate someone who challenges themselves, and i’m sure weighted GPA is often taken into account. If you feel you’re not as strong grades wise, balance it out by being strong in other aspects!
@@oreofeoladapo yes that is true!
Thanks for the video! How many hours of shadowing, volunteering, and research have you had (of each)? Also, how did you find a research position. I am an upcoming junior in HS and I don’t really know where to start.
I actually had 0 shadowing, 500+ hours of volunteering, and idk how many “hours” of research off the top of my head, but I did a year’s worth of it through a program my high school had. Community service is something i’m very passionate about so i largely ran with that lol and it aligned with my school’s mission. My high school had a class called Independent Research (they also had a similar class that was for shadowing) and they taught us how to go about research and I was able to research a topic i was passionate about. Ask you counselor if your school has anything similar! I remember being so lost as a junior in high school, I wish you the best!
Also apologies for the late reply! But if your school doesn’t have a program, I’d just hunt for emails of people who maybe work in an area in science or medicine you’re interested in and let them know you’re a high schooler interested in the field. There are probably videos on youtube that go more in depth on this.
Pleasee help! Do i need to make my common app essay around medicine or not?
Hey Ariana! I don’t think you have to make your common app essay around medicine. The purpose of the CommonApp essay is for ALL colleges (not just bs/md programs) to see how well you write. I think it’s best to highlight your experiences outside of medicine, as you can discuss medicine in your supplementals. However, if you have a passion project that is somewhat related to medicine, that’s okay. I’m basically saying that it’s not necessary in my opinion. My CommonApp essay had NOTHING to do with medicine (the words “science,” “doctor,” and “medicine” were nowhere to be found)
Do you have to take both the act and act?
I took both the SAT and ACT but whether it’s necessary depends on what programs you’re applying to. It’s probably not 100% needed
Im a freshman in high school and I am taking 5 AP classes this year: AP world, AP Art History, AP psychology, AP Comp Science Principals, and AP Chemistry. I’m also taking Spanish 2, La 9, and trig/pre calc. I have 97s and 100s in all of my classes but my La 9 score is a 92. I also had a very bad test score in AP chemistry (50%) and that dropped my grade down to an 80. It’s the end of the quarter and my grades are locked in. I guess my question really is what was your lowest test score and do you think I’ll still get into a BSMD program even with my bad grades?
You’re doing great, one bad test score isn’t going to shatter your whole career. Keep working hard and don’t sweat the small stuff😉
How did you study for the act?
For the most part, i took a one-on-one prep course, which improved my score quite a bit. If you can afford it, I would recommend it. In addition to that, I mostly did a lot of practice questions and practice tests out of the official ACT textbook. I feel like I learned more through practice, especially since I was already pretty solid on the content. It’s important for you to take a baseline test and analyze it so you know your strengths and weaknesses, and know what your goal score is so you can work towards it.
Do you think a 3.75 uw is ok for bs/md and bs/do programs, because I had a family situation over the covid years which somewhat affected my grades the last half of sophomore year and my junior year.
i do think that GPA would be fine. I don't think it would hurt your chances too badly, but do be prepared to explain any dips in your academic performance if asked.
it could possibly be beneficial to discuss the trials you had in your essays, depending on the situation
@@oreofeoladapo Alright, thank you!
How is bacc2md program in the university of toledo please guide
Hey! I do not personally know anyone in that specific program, but College Confidential (a website) is a great resource if you want to hear more about people's personal experiences applying to a certain program and being in it. This link is to different threads that pop when when I search "Toledo Bacc2MD" on college confidential: www.google.com/search?q=toledo%20bacc2md%20site%3Acollegeconfidential.com&oq=coll&aqs=chrome.0.69i59j46i67i199i465j0i512j69i57j69i59j69i60l3.761j0j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&ved=2ahUKEwij2rb846L1AhUMmeAKHaRKCRMQ2wF6BAgYEAE&ei=b9fZYePmMIyyggeklaWYAQ
Me with a 860 SAT and trying to go to Howard U bs/md program 🥲
Don't be discouraged! How far into high school are you? If it's possible I'd recommend taking some sort of prep course for the SAT and retaking. If you can't do a course, the resources on Khan Academy for the SAT really helped me improve my score! I don't remember whether I mentioned this in the video but the minimum SAT to be invited to howard's program is 1300.
@@oreofeoladapo isnt howard’s bs/md program test optional? if i dont submit my scores when i apply, how would they know?
@@jenayahdunn8214 This is late, but I think the school is test optional, but the program is not
So how is going on so far
Going great! Thanks for asking. Currently in my 5th year of the 6 year program
Oh im never getting into anything Im in a bad high school
It’s less about what school you went to but more about what opportunities you take and what opportunities you create. There’s so much more to who you are as a person and an applicant, so don’t let something you can’t control discourage you from putting in the efforts to do what your heart sets out to do. I doubt many programs look at an application and go “he/she went to xyz high school, NEXT”💀but obviously resources may come into play so if there’s something your school doesn’t offer seek the opportunities elsewhere (i.e. community programs, online resources, cold emailing, etc)
How can I contact with you for advise :(((
Hey! You can email me: oreofeoladapo@gmail.com, or you can dm me on instagram @ofe_oladapo
when did you find out that you got in to the program btw?
Hey George! June 3, 2019 if I remember correctly.
@@oreofeoladapo ohh so did you find out you got into the program after you found out you got into howard ?
@@bsmdsimp5495 Yes I did! I actually had to commit to howard before I could even interview for the program
@@oreofeoladapo oh wow thanks for that insight! also, do you know what the minimum MCAT score requirement is ?
@@bsmdsimp5495 yes i do, it’s a 504 minimum for howard