Canisius College

It is about that time of the year that juniors, like me, begin to look into what will happen after graduation.  Recently, I started taking an MCAT review course.  The MCAT is a standardized test required to get into medical school (kind of like the SAT is needed for college).  It is because of this course that I have really realized the benefits of coming to Canisius for my undergraduate career.

When I was looking into colleges as a junior in high school, a lot of people told that Canisius was such a good school and has a really good reputation for getting students aspiring to be doctors into medical schools.  As I researched, I found the basis for what people were telling me.  Now that I am a student getting ready to apply to medical schools, I cannot help but appreciate what a good science program Canisius has and the help that is given to students looking for a future in medical, dental, pharmacy, or optometry school.

Here I am in biochemistry lab loading a sample into a gel

The MCAT class that I am taking is offered at a discounted price to Canisius students.  It is held on campus.  Therefore, if you do not have a car, you do not need to worry about getting to class.  Because it is held on campus, most of the class is made up of Canisius students.  This makes it a lot easier to feel comfortable participating in the class and form study groups.  Because of all of these factors, the class is more accessible and conducive to learning for Canisius students.

Here is the gel loaded with samples!

Canisius has a good reputation for getting students into medical schools.  Many people may tell you that the small class sizes, courses taught solely by professors (instead of teacher’s assistants), and research opportunities are to account for this.  Though, believe me, these things can help prepare you for getting into medical school, they are not the only reason.  It is because Canisius is willing to go the extra mile to help students be successful that it has such a good reputation for getting students into medical school.