Time extension on the MCAT

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[baxt1412]

google.

https://www.aamc.org/students/applying/mcat/accommodations/

 

[Pacna]

Just apply for it. And no, before you ask, med schools do not care that you had a time extension.

 

[700003]

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[Pacna]

Okay, thanks! So they do know that we had a time extension? I thought they couldn't find that part out…like does it actually show up on the application?

I knew the answer to this at one time, but I don't remember. The point is that either way it won't matter, so do what's right for you.

 

[AspiringERMD]

Just apply for it. And no, before you ask, med schools do not care that you had a time extension.

Ideally, no, but I wouldn't count 100% on them not having a bias. I qualified for extra time for a physical disability and then waived it once I found out med schools see that you have extra time. It was painful, and there wasn't enough time, but at least med schools won't see that asterisk and wonder what's wrong with me and whether I can handle med school (which may present certain challenges but should be okay overall).

 

[AspiringERMD]

Okay, thanks! So they do know that we had a time extension? I thought they couldn't find that part out…like does it actually show up on the application?

Yes, it definitely does.

 

[Dires]

Yes, it definitely does.

No, they see you received accommodations. They don't see what accommodations you received.

OP this topic was discussed in this thread: http://forums.studentdoctor.net/thr...does-this-affect-application-process.1046753/

 

[AspiringERMD]

No, they see you received accommodations. They don't see what accommodations you received.

OP this topic was discussed in this thread: http://forums.studentdoctor.net/thr...does-this-affect-application-process.1046753/

Fair enough, but the vast, vast, vast majority of accommodations that are flagged as accommodations (certain ones are not flagged) are extended time accommodations. That will be the assumption.

 

[Gauss44]

I think AAMC generally offers time plus a quarter, time and a half, and double time accommodations. Regarding additional specifics, I would contact someone who knows first hand what AAMC tends to do and has dealt with AAMC in the past. If you are in Massachusetts, I would recommend Kotin Crabtree and Strong: http://www.kcslegal.com/practice-areas/special-education-disability-rights/ They could tell you what's required and what you can expect regarding most accommodations. You could also ask them, or a similar organization, whether or not they've had experience with anxiety-related accommodation requests.

 

[RedSox143]

I have a similar issue and used accommodations in college for a lot of classes but went away from it towards the end, bottom line I've heard is if it will inc your score heavily maybe it's a good call but medicine is about thinking critically in the allotted time. I hate standardized test as much as the next and I'm also eligible for accommodation but it will never be held equal to those who test without accommodation

 

[Plecopotamus]

If there is any chance you will need accommodations for board exams, you need to get approved for them for MCAT. The time crunch of Step 1, is more challenging for many people, than the time pressure on the MCAT. When you apply for accommodations on an NBME exam, they are highly unlikely to grant it if you didn't apply for it for the mcat or other exams unless you have a glaring interval change medically documented (i.e. sustained a head injury between them)