NSU BSMD - using AP credits
I’m entering the NSU 4+4 BS/MD program, where I need to maintain a 3.7 GPA and a 510 MCAT. NSU accepts AP credits pretty generously (scores 4+). I took AP Chem, Bio, Calc, Psych, English, plus dual enrollment Anatomy & Physiology 1 & 2 and English. I’m planning to use English, Psych and Anatomy credits but not sure about Chem/ Bio/ Math.
I’m getting mixed advice on whether to use AP credits for premed requirements. Some say retaking courses like Gen Chem and Bio in college helps build a stronger MCAT foundation and may look better if applying out to other med schools since the program is non-binding. Others say using AP credits frees up time for upper-level sciences, research, volunteering, etc.
For those with experience, would you recommend using AP credits or retaking the courses?
Also, for math requirements, is Calculus or Statistics more useful/recommended for premed? Math isn’t my strongest skill, is statistics easier to score high GPA compared to Calculus?
How do med schools like Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, etc. generally view AP credits for premed requirements? TIA!