Students & Residents

Exploring Medicine: Parents, Families, and Mentors

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If you know a student who’s thinking about a career in medicine or health care, you’re in the right place! The AAMC has resources to support you and your student. 

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Parent’s Guide: Helping Your Student Apply to Medical School

Review these tips to help your student navigate the medical school application process.

Financing a Medical Education

Share these free financial programs with your student: AAMC Fee Assistance Program, FIRST, and Financial Wellness.

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Family Connection and Engagement

Check out these resources for family members supporting their first-generation college student as they pursue a medical career.

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What additional information would be helpful to you as you help your student explore and pursue a career in health care? Let us know how we can help.

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Additional Resources

Medical Pathways & Enrichment Opportunities

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

Navigation to a Future Career in Medicine

Use this NAF Expedition with your student to explore and learn more about a career in medicine.

Money as You Grow

Find tips and activities to help your student grow their money skills, habits, and attitudes. Resources available for young children through young adults.

Explore More AAMC Resources

Fee Assistance Program
Action Collaborative for Black Men in Medicine
Aspiring Docs® Resources
Official Guide to Medical School Admissions: How to Prepare for and Apply to Medical School
The Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP)