As a more generic rule for life, always apply for every opportunity that is even mildly intriguing. You can always make the actual decision if and when you get

As a more generic rule for life, always apply for every opportunity that is even mildly intriguing. You can always make the actual decision if and when you get accepted, and there is nothing wrong with saying "No" at that point and staying on your current path. But you remove those choices from your life if you don't even apply.