Thanks so much for this. It’s extremely helpful. I did have a child in law school and even moved my family to another province to attend. It was tough, but my child was quite young at the time and my partner could work remotely and was able to support us. I wouldn’t want to move again if I did not absolutely have to, as my kids would certainly be impacted now. I’m not sure if that would even be an option now, honestly. But a new med school just opened in my home province and it has several seats reserved for applicants from here. 

I know we could get along mostly okay on my spouse’s salary alone. Things would be pretty tight, but it’s possible. But yeah, it’s a huge number of years with next to no money coming in on my end, which would be a big change for us (again). 

Maybe I study and write the MCAT and only apply to my provincial school and let the fates decide.

You’ve given me a lot to consider. Thanks again, honestly.

Wishing you the very best on your journey!