<p>MEDCAT? You mean MCAT? And no, GRE scores do NOT matter most–in most fields (including mine), research experience is incredibly important. GRE and GPA can keep you out, but they can’t get you in. That’s what research experience, LORs, SOP (essay), and “fit” with faculty research interests do. I went to a lower tier school on a big merit scholarship, had a wonderful time, got awesome research experience, and got into multiple PhD programs, two with fellowships. So, it’s definitely possible.</p>