What's better for reapplying to the same school next year?

[shuna2002]

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Here's my situation.
I've applied to one school, which I turned in both primary and secondary applications.
Then I told them to wait for my new MCAT score, but I decided to not retake the MCAT.
However, it is most likely that I won't get into that school.

So, my question is,
is it better to just go with my old score and get rejected and reapply?
Or, just withdraw at this point and reapply?

Thank you in advance for your ideas.

 

[7starmantis]

I've never really understood the reasoning behind withdrawing from a medical school because you (the applicant) thinks your chances are poor.

 

[DendWrite]

How sure are you that you'd get rejected with your current MCAT? Given that you've already spent the money, IMO a rejection is no worse than a withdrawal and, you never know...you might just get lucky and not have to worry about next year.

To me, a rejection and reapplication shows persistence, but a withdrawal and a reapplication sort of looks funny...it's like (even though this isn't the case for you) they will say "well, if you wanted to go here why did you withdraw last year?" Even though you explain the MCAT thing to them I think it just becomes a mess.

I'd tell them that you decided not to retake your MCAT and to continue processing your application. If you don't get in, reapply next year and (unless your finances or living situation don't permit it) apply more broadly! Even applying to one "safety" school in this process is not a sure thing. No one is really a lock anywhere. There are so many variables that it's best to shift the odds in your favor by applying to multiple schools. Best of luck.

 

[Catalystik]

If you really feel you have no chance there, I would send a polite letter requesting that they withdraw your application from further consideration. You need not give a reason, just say thanks for your consideration. If you're close to the median acceptee stats, you may need to formally advise them that you decided not to retake and would they consider the application as is (if you haven't).

 

[7starmantis]

If you really feel you have no chance there, I would send a polite letter requesting that they withdraw your application from further consideration. You need not give a reason, just say thanks for your consideration. If you're close to the median acceptee stats, you may need to formally advise them that you decided not to retake and would they consider the application as is (if you haven't).

I'm really not trying to be dense. Would you mind explaining what benefit you would expect to get from withdrawing rather than just going through the process?

 

[shiftingmirage]

Here's my situation.
I've applied to one school, which I turned in both primary and secondary applications.
Then I told them to wait for my new MCAT score, but I decided to not retake the MCAT.
However, it is most likely that I won't get into that school.

So, my question is,
is it better to just go with my old score and get rejected and reapply?
Or, just withdraw at this point and reapply?

Thank you in advance for your ideas.

If you already turned in the primary and secondary, why withdraw? They've already gotten your money, and the essays are done. Either 1) they reject you and you're in the same spot you would be if you withdrew, or 2) they offer you an interview, and maybe ya get in. You have absolutely nothing to lose if you just wait and let them see your app.