I am enrolled in a BSN program. I have read posts about why applying to medical school while enrolled in nursing school is a bad idea and can make me seem "wishy-washy." I have read that I should work as an RN for a year or two before applying. However, I have a solid MCAT score (518) and a solid GPA (~3.8), so why not? This wouldn't be a deal-breaker, right?
Applying to medical school while in nursing school
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If you have that MCAT and gpa combo you should be fine, just be prepared to discuss why not nursing and why medicine compared to nursing extensively. As long as you have all your other ducks in a row on the app you should be fine. In your instance I would advise against letting that score expire.
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I second what's been said above.
Have a good reason if you plan on applying and taking the MCAT. Also beware that nursing sciences are watered down.
Have a good reason if you plan on applying and taking the MCAT. Also beware that nursing sciences are watered down.
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I am assuming OP already has a 518. If OP doesnt they should probably work for a few years to figure things out and atleast show an attempt at making nursing work.
