This medical student argues yes:

U.S. schools will only admit students who have proven that they can excel academically and otherwise, while many Caribbean schools are willing to accept students who have less than perfect academic records, with the caveat that they have to prove themselves.

Most students at my school would agree that they have been given an extra chance — a chance to prove that they can be incredible doctors. Unfortunately, not everyone succeeds. There are no guarantees that any school can turn you into a good doctor. It all comes back to what you put into it. I believe that if you work hard, and are truly dedicated, you stand a good chance of graduating and doing well.

Although I agree that admitting the very best students to a medical school makes sense, I can’t help but feel that many well-qualified people are falling through the cracks. If a prospective student takes the MCAT and passes their pre-med classes, and if they truly believe they can make it through medical school, don’t they deserve a chance?