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Extracurricular/Summer Options

It is first of all important to understand that medical schools are quite genuinely interested in what you have done in college besides take courses and prepare for the MCAT.  You really are m

About Applying

The Application Process

Students who wish to enter medical school in the fall following graduation from college will complete the application process in the summer between junior and senior

Early Assurance Programs

A few medical schools operate early assurance programs which allow students to apply to medical school sometime in the sophomore year.

Early Decision

Some medical schools, but by no means all of them, have early decision programs. Students should check the MSAR book or individual school Web sites for more information. In order to be considered for early decision, students must submit and complete their applications by August. Medical schools will send replies by October 1.

Transcripts

Medical/Dental

When the AMCAS/AACOMAS/AADSAS applications are open, students can download a transcript request form for each school they have attended (including study abroad) and request

The "Secondary" Application

After receiving the primary centralized application, most schools will send students a secondary application or invite them to open it on-line.

The Interview

Health professional schools are quite unique in that they are very interested in meeting and getting to know their candidates through an interview.

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