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McMaster University Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine

Hamilton, ON Class Size: 205
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Gaining admission to McMaster University Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine is Moderately Competitive. Applicants typically have an average GPA of null and an average MCAT score of null.

Statistics

To summarize, listed below are the most important academic statistics for McMaster University Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine applicants:

Average GPA:
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Average MCAT:
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Competitiveness:
Moderately Competitive
Note: Competitiveness is assessed based on the school's acceptance rate, average MCAT, and average GPA.

Tuition

Affording medical school can be tough, often requiring students to take on significant loans. Information about the yearly tuition for McMaster University Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine is below.

In-State Tuition:
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Out-of-State Tuition:
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Friendliness

Some schools prefer in-state candidates, while others are more receptive to out-of-state or international applicants. View our school "friendliness" scores for McMaster University Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine below:

IN-STATE

In-State Friendliness:
Very Friendly

OUT-OF-STATE

Accepts Out-of-State:
Yes
Out-of-State Friendliness:
Neutral

INTERNATIONAL

Accepts Canadian:
No
Accepts International:
No
International Friendliness:
Not Friendly

Note: Most schools will be labelled "Neutral" for In-State Friendlines because they don't have a strong bias for in-state applicants compared to out-of-state applicants. In other words, we believe these schools view In-State and Out-State applicants more or less equally. Schools labelled as "Out-of-State Friendly / Very Friendly" have a high proportion of their class filled with Out-of-State applicants.

Mission Statement

It is always important to read and understand a medical school's mission statement before applying. Often, you will find out what the medical school stands for, and if you fit in with the general "vibe" of the medical school. However, being honest, most medical schools have the same run-of-the-mill mission statement as everybody else. Anyways, you can be the judge. Below you can find the mission statement for McMaster University Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine:

McMaster University Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine Mission Statement:
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Situational Judgement Tests

McMaster University Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine does not require the completion of either the CASPer® nor the AAMC PREview™ examinations.

CASPer®:
No
AAMC PREview™:
No

Dates, Deadlines, and Fees

Throughout your application cycle, there are many dates to be cognizant of in order to ensure the successful completion of your application.

Primary Application Deadline:
October 1
Secondary Application Deadline:
NA
Secondary Application Fee:
$50
Note: The primary application deadline refers to when your primary application (i.e., the initial AMCAS/AACOMAS/TMDSAS application) needs to be completed. Please be aware that there are processing times associated with primary applications—for instance, there can be a several week processing time associated with verifying your acadmic transcripts when initially submitting the AMCAS application. Upon receipt of the primary application, most schools will then shortly send you a secondary application with targeted essay questions relevant to the specific school.

The secondary application deadline is the final day for all your application materials to be together, which includes submitting the secondary essays, all letters of recommendation, all test scores, etc. Sometimes, schools may have earlier deadlines for letters of recommendation. However, note that for the vast majority of schools it is best to submit your secondary application as soon as possible: within 2 weeks of receiving the secondary application is a good rule-of-thumb.

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Interview Cycle End:
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Prerequisite Courses

Most schools have a list of prerequisite courses that you need to have completed before matriculating. View information provided for McMaster University Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine below:

Interpreting Semester Hours
Typically,
3 Semester Hours = A single semester-long course = 1 or 2 quarters
4 Semester Hours = A single semester-long course + associated lab unit
6 Semester Hours = Two semester-long courses = 3 quarters
8 Semester Hours = Two semester-long courses + two associated lab units

PHYSICS

Semester Hours:
Lab?
Not Required

CHEMISTRY

GenChem = General Chemistry

OChem = Organic Chemistry

Biochem = Biochemistry

GenChem Semester Hours:
GenChem Lab?
Not Required
OChem Semester Hours:
OChem Lab?
Not Required
Biochem Semester Hours:
Biochem Lab?
Not Required

BIOLOGY

GenBio = General Biology

HL Bio = Higher Level Biology

GenBio Semester Hours:
GenBio Lab?
Not Required
HL Bio Semester Hours:
HL Bio Lab?
Not Required

HUMANITIES & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

Semester Hours:

ENGLISH/WRITING

Semester Hours:

MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS

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OTHER REQUIRED COURSES

OTHER RECOMMENDED COURSES

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Special Programs

Many schools have dual-degree programs for motivated applicants. View the ones offered at McMaster University Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine below:

MD+PhD (MSTP - Medical Scientist Training Program):
Yes
MD+MPH (Public Health):
MD+MBA (Business, Healthcare Administration):
MD+JD (Law):
MD+MA (Master of Arts):
MD+MS (Master of Science):

Contact Information

View contact information (phone and email) available to contact McMaster University Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine below:

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E-mail:
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Secondary Application Essay Prompts

Below are the past secondary (supplemental) application essay prompts for McMaster University Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine.

Interview Questions

Below are common interview questions that you might encounter on your important day for McMaster University Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine.

Why do you want to pursue medicine?
What type of art medium do you prefer?
Describe a situation in which you experienced conflict and how you dealt with it.
Which celebrity do you look up to as a role model?
Can you describe a personal situation that you would not feel comfortable sharing but would have no problem answering?
How do you feel about the privatization of medicine in Canada?
Who is your role model?
What are your thoughts on the doctor shortage in rural areas?
What are the pros and cons of self-directed learning and problem-based learning?
Do you think science is important in medicine?
Would you feel guilty for providing healthcare overseas while Canadians are waiting in long queues?
What are the social implications of gambling?
How would you handle a serious medical error?
What are the rights of a released serial killer in the community and what are the rights of the community?
Did your volunteer work with a board of directors conflict with the medical community?
Have you ever interacted with someone who has bipolar disorder? How did you handle it?
How do you plan to address the healthcare needs of minority populations in Canada?
What are your thoughts on the ethics and communications involved in healthcare?
What questions do you have for us?
How would you deliver difficult news to a patient?
What are your plans if you do not gain admission to medical school this year?
How do you balance your time?
How do you feel about the healthcare system as a whole?
How do you handle conflict?
What are the social, legal, and medical implications of a needle-exchange program? Can you suggest alternatives?
Discuss the current state of racism in Canada.
What challenges do you anticipate as a medical student and as a doctor?
In what field of medicine do you see yourself?