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Med School App Recommendations?

I am currently in an undergraduate degree program, and want to know if anyone has any ideas on what I can do to help boost my med school app when I apply to med school. #college #undergraduate #school #medical-school #pre-med #medicine #JULY20

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Dan’s Answer

Get the basics down. Strong GPA especially science GPA as well as competitive classes outside of the minimal pre-med courses (biochemistry, microbiology, anatomy, etc). Volunteer and shadow physicians in healthcare. Volunteer or work in academia or research. Be involved in extracurricular activities that are also outside of medicine -- it will show that you are well-rounded and a normal human being. Score well on the MCAT.
Thank you comment icon All good advice in my experience (supporting my wife through her MD and residency). Strong GPA and really being ready for tests seemed especially important for both getting into med school and doing well in med school. Also make sure that you are taking the courses that your top choice MD programs are looking for as prerequisites. Charles Bosse
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Will’s Answer

In addition to what everyone else said above, I would consider getting involved in a leadership role in some sort of club or organization and really taking ownership of that role. Medical schools love leadership, regardless of whether it is healthcare related or not. That doesn't mean go join 5 organizations and attend one meeting a semester in each, but find something on campus you really like and be an active, involved member.
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Richard’s Answer

Try to find opportunities to pursue research.

Volunteer at your local hospital or low-income clinic. Ask physicians, PAs or other clinical providers if you can shadow them.


During college study for and complete the MCAT. Devote an entire summer to studying for the MCAT and consider paying for a prep course if you can afford it.

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Thank you comment icon That was good advice on being prepared. Charles Bosse
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