Take Acceptance or Reapply

[MEDSCHOOLBOIIIIIII786]

Hey Everyone just looking for some advice on what to do,

I recently applied to multiple schools but granted my fault I submitted late near October/September. This is my first app cycle and I am 22. My stats are as follows 3.91 cGPA, 3.85 sGPA, 505 MCAT, and solid EC. Because of my late submission and low MCAT I was only able to manage 1 MD II and one MD waitlist II which later led to rejection. I also applied to DO at 7 institutions and was able to get 4 II with acceptance to the 5 original established schools.

I know this question is asked alot but in my circumstance should I reapply to obtain the MD or ride out my DO acceptance?

Im just having second thoughts because I am not sure with DO my career goals may be limited with certain specialties being off limits or very difficult to attain with DO stigma. Im leaning on taking the DO to avoid wasting one year of re-application but not sure if it is the correct decision.

Looking forward to your guys thoughts and opinions! Thanks!

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[EthylMethylMan]

I would take the DO acceptance. The degree itself won't be a barrier to most specialties, and even in the more "reach" fields (e.g. neurosurgery, orthopedics), it is possible to get in. You'll have to bust ass with research and great Step scores, probably moreso than your MD counterparts, but it can be done. What's more, being a reapplicant with a low MCAT is rough. The late submission plays a role in your situation for sure, but I'd wager your success probably won't be that much greater on a second go-around. The risk-benefit isn't in your favor, in my opinion.

So yeah, take the A and go celebrate.

 

[BioPsychotic]

Echoing the above poster.

Take the DO. The risks you face and costs you will incur far outweigh the benefits of reapplying.

 

[Bwesternn]

Take DO acceptance or reapply MD

Hi Everyone, I know this is a frequently asked question on SDN, and I have pored over the internet looking for advice as to my own situation. Please be patient with me, as I want to ensure I make the best decision for my future career. In late 2021, I was distraught about the extended gap...

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This topic has been discussed ad nauseam. TLDR: take the A

 

[Mad Jack]

Hmmm... I was once in a similar situation and honestly, after being near the end of training I've got to say going DO was the right choice for me. However it was much harder getting into my field of choice and I probably could have matched better programs if I'd gone MD, but eh, I'm still what I wanted to be and plenty happy with where I ended up

 

[MEDSCHOOLBOIIIIIII786]

Thank you all for the words of wisdom! I was leaning on taking the DO but was just having a bunch of second thoughts. Thanks to you guys I feel a bit more at ease.

 

[Dr Meow]

Take it.
Your mcat is low. Would be a different situation if your mcat is 514+

 

[Mr.Smile12]

Take the offer. You made some big mistakes in your process, and you still got an offer. Don't take this for granted.

 

[LindaAccepted]

Hey Everyone just looking for some advice on what to do,

I recently applied to multiple schools but granted my fault I submitted late near October/September. This is my first app cycle and I am 22. My stats are as follows 3.91 cGPA, 3.85 sGPA, 505 MCAT, and solid EC. Because of my late submission and low MCAT I was only able to manage 1 MD II and one MD waitlist II which later led to rejection. I also applied to DO at 7 institutions and was able to get 4 II with acceptance to the 5 original established schools.

I know this question is asked alot but in my circumstance should I reapply to obtain the MD or ride out my DO acceptance?

Im just having second thoughts because I am not sure with DO my career goals may be limited with certain specialties being off limits or very difficult to attain with DO stigma. Im leaning on taking the DO to avoid wasting one year of re-application but not sure if it is the correct decision.

Looking forward to your guys thoughts and opinions! Thanks!

Take the DO offer.