Hey I was just wondering how med schools are using the psych/soc section in terms of applicant review. Like is it used like the writing section on the old MCAT where some schools didn't even know what a score of "s" meant or is it strictly reviewed like the other core sections. I am only asking cause I cannot seem to find any data on this and my Kaplan teacher doesn't know.
Psych/Soc section usage
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Why would it be viewed like the old writing sections? Its another heavily standardized test lol... The material has been provided in review books, khan academy, etc for over a year now.
The material might be out there but there's no data that I have found on how the school's are using it. Most medical schools still don't require psychology or soc so why would they look more strictly at a section that is not required for admissions. Also I have read some articles that show that the section is very confusing to understand for admissions committees. That is why I am asking. Granted writing courses have always been required but were mostly ignored on the old MCAT. So do you see the dilemma I'm sort of having?
