Hello,
I took the old MCAT (32) last year. I've graduated from college since, and I will be working full time as a research associate in a cancer lab until I leave for med school, or decide to move onto another career path.
So with that, I'd like to ask all you smart pre-meds, nervously perusing SDN forums as I, should I take the new MCAT?
Pros:
higher score = better chance of getting into better schools
genuinely interested in social sciences & feel comfortable with studying for biochem
Cons:
No guarantee for getting a better score
So much time, $, mental/physical energy (please keep in mind I am working ~40-50 hrs a week in my lab)
Did I mention $ already? Yes, but I list it again because I am financially independent from my parents and will be studying on my own again
Verbal score not expected to rise because English isn't my native language
I'm not looking for a binary answer, but I'm all ears if you could share your experience/insights with me.
Thank you for your time!
- S