NBME Shelf Scores for AADSAS?

[iamram28]

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Would it be worth mentioning that I have taken 2 Shelf exams while completing my master's degree? I scored in the 54th percentile on one, and in the 48th percentile on the other, which are both ranked among the medical students nationwide who also took these exams.

There isn't anywhere in the AADSAS application to mention this other than mentioning it in my personal statement. I was just wondering if it would even be relevant since those exams are taken by med students not dental student. My scores are fairly high for a non-med student (I think) so I would like to mention them if they will help my application at all.

Thanks.

 

[Typical Average Student]

Scores in the 54th and 48th percentile aren't worth mentioning. Additionally, mentioning that you took those exams come off as "I tried medicine." The cons outweigh the pros.