Question: What Should I Include in my Medical School Application?
It is recommended that students apply to medical school during the end of their junior year. There are more applicants than spots available and therefore, the earlier a student applies the better.
Answer: Application:
The American Medical College Application Service (AMCAS) issues one standardized application for M.D. schools, in which students include their personal information, grades, and a personal essay. The application costs $55 for the first school and lower for each additional school.
The American Medical College Application Service (AMCAS) issues one standardized application for M.D. schools, in which students include their personal information, grades, and a personal essay. The application costs $55 for the first school and lower for each additional school.
Components:
- GPA and courses
- MCAT scores
- Personal essay. - The personal essay is very important in the decision process. Students should write an essay that is more personal, interesting, and entertaining, in order to increase their chances of acceptance.
- Letters of recommendation
- Secondary applications may be required by some schools.
