First off, thank you all for making SDN such an invaluable resource!
I was recently accepted to a mid-tier medical school through an early admission program. If I keep my grades up/continue with my extracurriculars/etc., I'll be a med student in less than two years (I can't wait!!). The best part is that I don't have to take the MCAT.
My question: Should I take the MCAT anyway?
Doing so won't affect my acceptance status. If I bomb the exam, no harm done. However if I do exceptionally well, I could apply to better schools, cheaper schools, and schools closer to home. Again, sitting for the MCAT won't affect my current status, but the SOM will rescind my acceptance if I send out applications elsewhere. I'll have two months of (potentially) dedicated study time this summer. I have been mulling over my options for a while, so any input would be greatly appreciated!
I was recently accepted to a mid-tier medical school through an early admission program. If I keep my grades up/continue with my extracurriculars/etc., I'll be a med student in less than two years (I can't wait!!). The best part is that I don't have to take the MCAT.
My question: Should I take the MCAT anyway?
Doing so won't affect my acceptance status. If I bomb the exam, no harm done. However if I do exceptionally well, I could apply to better schools, cheaper schools, and schools closer to home. Again, sitting for the MCAT won't affect my current status, but the SOM will rescind my acceptance if I send out applications elsewhere. I'll have two months of (potentially) dedicated study time this summer. I have been mulling over my options for a while, so any input would be greatly appreciated!