Student Outcomes

"I wanted to improve my GPA, strengthen my study habits for rigorous science courses, build foundational skills for the MCAT and obtain updated letters of recommendation from professors. The program helped me achieve all my goals and prepared me to become a stronger medical school applicant."

“I graduated from the program in 2022, and I’ve continued to work with my advisor. That one-on-one approach and long-standing connection has been invaluable. Throughout the program and the application process, I felt like I was going to get through it no matter what, and that was really helpful. Anybody can put the effort into academics and learning, but sometimes you need advice and somebody to talk to and bounce ideas off of.” 

“I chose UC Davis because I felt the staff was approachable and engaging—I found more support than I anticipated. I improved my grades and gained invaluable experience in research to maximize my chances of successfully matriculating to medical school.” 

"I received several acceptances, and I am planning to attend UC Davis. Getting the call that I’d been accepted to UC Davis was surreal. I remember feeling shocked, relieved and excited all at once. I felt very grateful for the program in that moment."

“The advisors in the post-bac were integral to my success in navigating the application cycle. It was a blessing to have access to all of the advisors from the post-bac and different professional eyes on my application making it the best that it could be.” 

“My goal was to do better academically than I did in my undergraduate program. The post-bac helped me immensely during my application process. I recommend the program 100%. If you want a more intimate post-bac program with great advisors, who will be with you every step of the way, pick UC Davis”

"The UC Davis Post-Bac was the backbone of my application. I really would not have known how to navigate applications without the program and its advisors. I would absolutely recommend the UC Davis Post-Bac because of its advisors. They go above and beyond for students."

"So far, I have received 15 interviews and nine acceptances, which has astonished me! I am applying for the third time, and I did not expect this much success. I believe that my success in this cycle is due to the confidence that the UC Davis post-baccalaureate program helped me cultivate. I wholeheartedly recommend the program!"

"I highly recommend it. The test preparation is excellent. The connections you make with professors in touch with medical schools around the state and country are also very useful. Most importantly, the mentorship and guidance you receive from your advisors during this challenging process are incredible. They are with you from your first day of class all the way until you enter through those medical school doors, which is very comforting."

"I came out of the program believing in myself. It boosted my confidence, not just in academics, but in anything that I apply myself to. I'm grateful for the grades that I got, but the self-development is priceless—that's really what's going to drive me as I continue on into nursing school and a career.” 

"The UC Davis Post-Bac had the best commitment to helping me evolve as a student and helping me fix my study habits that didn’t work in undergrad. They gave me the tools and the support to best set me up for success as a medical student."