Students & Residents

Aspiring Docs Fact Sheets: The Basics

Learn about the application process and decide if medical school is right for you.

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Information for High School Students

High school students – Learn what you can do now to prepare for a future career in medicine.

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Deciding on a Career in Medicine

A basic overview of what it takes to become a doctor.

Partnering with Your Advisor

Your pre-health advisor can be one of your best resources along your path to medical school. Here are some tips to help you find and work with your advisor.

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Making the Most of a Premed Event

Why you should attend premed conferences and recruitment fairs, and how to get the most out of them.

Transitioning to Medical School
Your hard work has paid off and you’ve been accepted. Here’s what you can do as you prepare to start medical school.
What You Need to Know About the MCAT® Exam

An overview of the the Medical College Admission Test® (MCAT®) and how to prepare.

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Making the Most of Your Gap Year

A "gap year" is the period of time between the end of your undergraduate education and the start of medical school. In fact, a gap year might be a year or more, depending on each person’s particular circumstances.