study abroad or not?

Ramon Dahlheimer: I say go study abroad. Not only can you raise your GPA abroad, just as well as at your home University, but you will have the experience of a lifetime. Plus, foreign languages and international experience are a plus for any admissions, it shows dedication, the ability to achieve a difficult goal, and that you are human, as opposed to a book reading robot.You will never ever regret going abroad, even if you do have trouble getting into med school, trust me....Show more

Willa Holte: Study abroadStudying abroad adds something more to your complete resume. It will allow you to bring your experience to whatever school you are accepted in. You will be able to raise your G.P.A as well if you go abroad. When you are in Med school, you will most likely be too busy to even have time to travel for vacations. During residency I doubt you will have time to study abroad as well. Take this opportunity while your obligations are minimum to experience the world a! nd travel as much as you can.Best of Luck,John...Show more

Fritz Hawkey: Why can't you raise your GPA if you study abroad?I say go if you want to and can afford it because I have heard that it is quite an experience and you'll be taking classes anyways.