Why do you guys push gap years so hard?

Couple reasons.

1. Competition is tough and the process sucks. You should go for it with your best foot forward, and most people haven't done enough in three years to have an outstanding application that will certainly get them in. Taking a gap year or two allows you to focus on some of those weaknesses.

2. The perspective from a traditional student going through med school is leagues different than someone who worked full time and was not in school. Trust me on that one.

3. Medicine is tough. It's a helluva long road and at times it seems like there is no end in sight. I highly, highly recommend that everyone explore other careers well before committing to medicine. Having s gap year gives you more opportunities to do that.

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Why do you guys push gap years so hard?