Getting into Medical School
How do I write a letter of intent?
Here is an article that explains how to write a letter of intent.
Read More »What happens if I get waitlisted?
Every school’s waitlist policy is a little different. Nevertheless, if you are waitlisted, do not lose hope. Waitlist does not…
Read More »How long do I have to wait to hear back?
The answer to this depends on each school. Most schools have rolling admissions but some schools do not. And…
Read More »How many extracurricular activities should I enter?
You can enter up to 15 experiences but you only want to include significant experiences. Do not include information…
Read More »How many schools should I apply to?
This will depend on how competitive of an applicant you are. If you are a very competitive applicant, who…
Read More »Where can I find more information?
If you have any other questions, you can go directly to AAMC and look at the letter of recommendation…
Read More »Does your ethnicity matter for medical school?
Medical schools want to prepare doctors to serve a diverse population. Thus if you are an underrepresented minority, it…
Read More »What are medical schools looking for?
Medical schools look for students that display six basic core competencies: 1. The diligence and intellectual capacity to succeed…
Read More »Can I apply to medical school from community college?
You most likely should not. Medical schools usually recommend applicants to not take science classes at a community college.…
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