Exploring Medicine: High School Students

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From High School to Health Care: Black Students in Medicine

Sign up for a BigFuture Real Talk Webinar, October 15, 8:00 p.m. ET

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Did you know most medical students say they knew they wanted to be a doctor by the time they were in middle school?  Whether you've known for years or just started thinking about a career in medicine, and you’re unsure where to start, we can help with more information and resources about becoming a doctor.

Prepare For College and Medical School

Deciding If Medicine Is for You

Do you like challenges and learning? Are you interested in science and how the body works? Do you care deeply about people, their problems, and their pain?

Questions High School Students Should Ask When Visiting Colleges

Check out these questions to ask when you're trying to decide where to apply to college.

4 Things a High School Student Can Do to Prepare for Medical School

If you're a high school student interested in becoming a doctor, check out these four tips on how you can start to prepare for college, med school, and beyond.

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What to Expect in Medical School

Find out what it's like to attend medical school, including what you'll learn, how you'll be graded, how to apply to residency, and more.
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Video: My Journey to Medicine: Aristedes Escobar Cruz

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Premed Navigator Newsletter

Subscribe to receive the monthly Premed Navigator Newsletter by email. Learn what you need to know as a premed student.

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Medical Pathways & Enrichment Opportunities

Explore this database to find programs and activities to strengthen your path to a health care career.

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Let Us Hear From You

What do you need as a student interested in medicine? What additional information would be helpful to you as you explore and pursue a career in health care? 

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Upcoming Events

BigFuture’s Real Talk and the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) team up to present a free virtual event featuring Black doctors who will share their stories and experiences and answer questions.

Location: Virtual

Date/Time: Oct. 15 from 8-9 p.m. ET  

An opportunity for aspiring applicants and premeds like you to connect with medical schools and admissions experts from around the U.S. Register to attend this free event.

Location: Virtual

Date/Time: Oct. 16 & 17 from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. ET 

Attend a free, all-day event that will give you the scoop from trustworthy sources on how to apply and get into medical school — and how to succeed once you get there.

Location: Atlanta, Georgia

Date/Time: Nov. 9 from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 pm. ET

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