<p>I got one. What do you think about spending 4 days for finalist interviews? I have few BS/MD school interviews to attend during the same time frame. I may pass on Emory scholar over guaranteed BS/MD admissions. Am I making the biggest mistake?</p>
<p>I am not sure how anyone can respond to your question based upon the information that you provided. Getting a completely free ride to a school like Emory via the Emory Scholar is an amazing honor. It would save THOUSANDS of dollars. I don’t know your financial circumstances but that might be important to you and your family, especially if you are considering med school (Of course, you have no way of knowing whether you would be awarded the scholarship, at this point, either). </p>
<p>If you are admitted to a BS/MD program and guaranteed admission to med school (with satisfactory progress in your courses), then one has to way the ‘bird in the hand’ compared with the risk of being denied Med School admission as an Emory Scholar. There is no way to know this. </p>
<p>The four (or maybe three) years of undergraduate work is a time for maturing academically and socially. You did not mention any of the schools you are considering besides Emory. The campus life is also a consideration. </p>
<p>The financial situation, your ‘risk taking’ and your sense of campus life/social maturity are all personal decisions. The prestige of an Emory Scholarship, which is considerable, seems to be the least important aspect of the decision.</p>
<p>I can tell you that ny daughter is finding Emory Scholars a great experience. I really suggest that you take them up on their offer to visit.</p>
<p>By the way, Atlanta is a great town. When you visit, ask the current students about events at the High Museum and evenings in Mid-Town.</p>
<p>Personally, I think the guaranteed grad school acceptance has limited value. My son turned down a BA/JD (law school) combination and has never regretted it.</p>