Reapplying advice

[pre1973]

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Hey Guys,
I am reapplying to medical school for the 2011-2012 year. I did not get in the first time I would think because I turned in the primary so late (last day 10-15-10 at 5:30 PM). I have a 3.66 GPA with a 33 MCAT (12PS 11V 10BS) and what I was told is a good amount of ECs and Research. I am going to retake the MCAT in July, and so my score won't be out till mid August. My question is should I turn in my primary application before I get my MCAT back? Let me know if you need any more info.

 

[startswithb]

Turn in your primary now. Do not retake the MCAT. Why would you want to make the same mistake twice? (applying late) Your MCAT is already 90th percentile.

 

[pre1973]

Yeah I definitely see your point, only one thing to add though. I have reason to believe I could do better on the MCAT because I had mono for 4 weeks leading up to the test (and during it). I feel like this really hurt my studying. So maybe its worth retaking it?
Thanks

 

[MMADoc]

What schools are you planning to apply to? If you are thinking state/less competitive private schools, a 33 is more than solid.

 

[mcm628]

Agree with everyone above on no new MCAT. Apply early. Also consider reworking your personal statement/activities list so that it is not only the submission date that makes your new app different from its predecessor. I am also assuming your recs were solid.

Good luck 🙂

 

[pre1973]

Hey guys yeah as far as prerequisites, my science GPA is still somewhere around 3.6, so no problems there. As far as schools, I am thinking instate Ohio schools, with OSU being top choice. But also some OOS, with Northwestern being the most competitive of those. I know that 33 may not be very competitive there, so that's why I am considering retaking.
Thanks for the help!

 

[pre1973]

Any more thoughts guys?

 

[halleyscomet]

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