Session 128

In this episode, we talk about some tips for you to consider when submitting your medical school applications.

If you’re applying to medical school soon, first just take a deep breath. You don’t need to submit your application on the first day.

9 Med School Application Tips

1. Apply early.

• The school’s deadline for submission should not be your goal date.
• Apply in June or July if possible.
• Submitting late is not an option; if you do, better apply next year.

2. Gather all the information needed before getting started.

What are the things you need?

• Transcripts from every school you’ve been to
• A list of extracurricular activities you’ve done
• A list of your advisors/mentors/supervisors and their contact information
• Take note of how many hours you spent for a particular activity, what you did there, and how it affected you
• Keep a log of everything you’re doing
• List of medical schools you’re applying to

3. Know how many med schools you’re applying to.

• Don’t apply to a ton of schools due to the high cost; however, apply to enough number  of schools to increase your chances of getting in

4. Get your letter writers to write letters now.

• Who’s writing all your letters? Know more about them.
• You can pick what letter goes to what school

5. Proofread everything.

• Take note of some weird formatting issues
• Have other people proofread your application

6. Make sure to follow proper protocols (like when requesting transcripts).

• This is a key med school application tip. Getting delayed with your transcripts is a common problem that holds up med school applications.
• Be sure to follow the instructions.

7. Use an appropriate email.

• Your email address should be professional-looking.
• Use your personal email instead of your work email.

8. Only list activities that matter and have meaning to you.

Include activities that are/have:

• Transformative
• Major impact
• Changes your outlook to make you grow

9. Your personal statement can make or break your application.

• Take your time and a lot of reiterations
• Have a physician read it
• Have someone read it for grammar and another one for content

Bonus med school application tip: Know your timeline.

• When should each thing be submitted?

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