Is this a good idea?

[Future Dr. H]

Hi everyone!

Since my stats are somewhat average for DO schools (3.58c, 3.45s, 27MCAT) but not competitive for MD schools, I was wondering what you guys think of my plan to apply this cycle. I am retaking my MCAT in July mainly to improve my chances for MD programs.

1. I will submit my AACOMAS application by next week to all my DO schools with my MCAT score.

2. I will also submit my AMCAS application by next week. However, I will only be selecting one school so that I can have my application verified while they wait for my MCAT score. Then when I get my score in August, I will add more schools to my application.

Since I have read that it was best to apply early, I am hoping this would give me the best chance. What do you guys think? Also, if I go this route, will I be able to update my AACOMAS application in August when I get my new score even though I didn't state that I would be retaking?

Thanks in advance!!

 

[Dr Turkelton]

Why don't you just state you're retaking on your AACOMAS? The rest of the plan looks good though.

 

[Future Dr. H]

If I state that I am retaking, my application would be put on hold until my scores come in August. I'm worried that I would be too behind by then.

 

[Drrrrrr. Celty]

If I state that I am retaking, my application would be put on hold until my scores come in August. I'm worried that I would be too behind by then.

I think your plan has some issues, namely that if you do get an interview and accepted and your not mentioned mcat comes back with a lower score you may be dismissed.

Also I honestly think many schools especially those who openly stated that they take the best scores or the best mcat will interview you regardless.

 

[Dr Turkelton]

Your MCAT is at or above the average for almost all DO schools, they would have no reason to wait for your retake before offering you an interview.