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Medical School: The Application
ProcessUCI Latino Medical Student
Association (LMSA)
OverviewOverview
AMCAS LogisticsAMCAS Logistics
May 1st: Application opens June 1st: First day to submit Early July: Suggested turn in Primary Application
Deadlines: November 1, 15 and December 1st (depends on school)
1. Identifying Information1. Identifying Information
2. Schools Attended 2. Schools Attended
3. Biographic Information3. Biographic Information
SOCIALECONOMIC
EDUCATIONALCULTURAL
GEOGRAPHICAL
4. Course Work4. Course Work
* remember to check each school's course requirements: biochem & statistics
GPA and MajorsGPA and Majors
Do I have to be a science major?
What GPA do I need to have in order to apply?
Which GPA is important?
Do I have to be a science major?No!
GPA?"Suggested" Total > 3.5
**Science >= 3.5(see MSAR)
GPA Tips/SuggestionsGPA Tips/Suggestions
Demonstrate an upward trend
Must have substance
Medical schools look at Science GPA (BCPM).
5. Work/Activities5. Work/Activities
Extracurricular Activities, Volunteer and WorkExtracurricular Activities, Volunteer and Work
How many activities should I be involved in?
Do they have to be medically or science related?
What if I work and don’t have time?
Activities Tips/SuggestionsActivities Tips/Suggestions
Do what you love.Demonstrate commitment &
passion.Learn from your experiences.They will make you a well-
rounded individual
6. Letters of Evaluation/ Recommendation6. Letters of Evaluation/ Recommendation
How can I get a STRONG letter?
Who do I ask and How do I ask them?
How many letters do I need?
LOR: Tips/SuggestionsLOR: Tips/Suggestions
3-5 letters (2-3 science, 1 non-science, 1-2 other i.e. community service/extracurricular activities
Visit professor Office HoursProvide: Personal info sheet,
CV/resume, personal statement, grade sheet with course highlighted, and self addressed stamped envelope.
7. Medical Schools7. Medical Schools
How many do I apply to? Which schools do I apply
to? How can I learn more
about the school and their particular requirements?
Medical School Tips/Suggestions Medical School Tips/Suggestions
Refer to Medical School Admission Requirements (MSAR)
You can apply to all 133 U.S. accredited medical schools.
Realistically, apply to schools that meet personal eligibility and/or likings.
8. Personal Statement8. Personal StatementThis is your time to shine and
show them who YOU ARE! Share your STORY.
PS Tips/SuggestionsPS Tips/Suggestions
No particular format or structure
Tell an original story!Explain and support why you
want to be a physician.Stand out from the other
thousands of applicants!
9. Standardized Tests (MCAT)9. Standardized Tests (MCAT)
MCAT FormatMCAT Format
Physical Science (PS): 70 minutes, 52 MC Questions
Verbal Reasoning (VR): 60 minutes, 40 MC Questions
Writing Sample (WS): 60 minutes, 2 essays
Biological Science (BS): 70 minutes, 52 MC Questions
MCAT Tips/SuggestionsMCAT Tips/Suggestions
Tests knowledge, concepts, and critical thinking
Allocate a significant amount of time for studying.
Practice, practice, practice, practice!
Fee Assistance ProgramFee Assistance Program
MCAT: $235-->$80 Primary Application for
each school: 14 free + $30 each additional
Free secondary applications for most schools
Free MSAR
Secondary ApplicationSecondary Application
AKA: Supplementary ApplicationWritten responses will be more focused
for the school and its curriculumLetters of recommendation are
REQUIRED to complete the application
Individual deadlines
InterviewsInterviews
Review your application and know yourself
Be up-to-date on current medical reform and relate issues
Learn about the schoolDevise your own questions for the
interviewer(s)Practice interview techniques/questions
(mock interview)Relax and know you are great!
Question TopicsQuestion Topics
Personal views on certain issues
ChallengesAchievementsCommunity ServiceEducationFamily/CommunityEthics
Ask Yourself…Ask Yourself…
Why do I want to be a doctor?What are my
strengths/weaknesses?What makes me special and
what can I contribute?What is the most pressing health
problem in our community today?
But Remember to be:But Remember to be:
CONFIDENTPERSEVERANTPATIENTAnd to always…
BELIEVE in YOURSELF!!!