Applying to medical school can be a stressful procedure. It is a long process that requires a lot of motivation and determination to withstand the competition and win acceptance. Following this timeline can assist you with the process of applying to medical school and possibly ensure that your chances of being accepted are more likely.
Timeline:
Winter of Junior Year:
- Enroll in an MCAT Prep Course.
- Study for The MCAT’s.
March:
- Register for the April MCAT’s.
- Continue Studying for the MCAT’s.
- Research Medical Schools. Make a list of Schools you want to apply to.
April:
- Take The MCAT’s.
May:
- If necessary, enroll in an MCAT Prep Course.
- Study for the MCAT’s if necessary.
- Start Preparing your Personal Statement and CV for recommeders.
- Consider and Contact Professors and Employers for Recommendations.
June-July:
- Make a Final List of Schools that you want to attend.
- Make a List of Application Deadlines.
- Fill out the American Medical College Application Service to apply to medical school. AMCAS provides a single application that allows you to apply to several medical schools. Your MCAT scores can be mailed later. This application requests basic information.
- Request and Mail your Transcripts.
- Send in applications for the Early Decision Process. Deadlines for all schools is August 1st.
- Register for the August MCAT’s if necessary.
August:
- Continue preparing your personal statement.
- Start preparing your Secondary Applications.
- Take the MCAT’s.
September:
- Contact Recommenders and see their progress. Make sure they are aware of the application deadlines.
- Have someone (Advisors, Professors, Pre-Med Counselors, Friends, etc.) review your personal statements.
- Make Edits to your personal statement.
October:
- Send in Complete Secondary Applications.
November-January:
- Send Thank-You notes to recommenders.
- Attend Interviews.
- Start applying for Financial Aid and submit the FAFSA form for aid.
February-April:
- Wait for Acceptances.
- Make a Decision on which medical school you will attend if accepted to more than one.
May-July:
- Prepare for Medical School.
- Prepare to relocate if necessary.
August:
- Start Medical School.
