Know the premed facts?

Being a premed is like playing chess, often times it is complicated but it is fundamentally simple. Here are fundamental facts you need to know about being a premedical student.

First off, find out what classes you need to take as a premedical student. Some schools have premedical majors but most don’t. Most students have a major and on the side they take core premedical courses. See your premedical advisor for the premedical course list offered at your school. Knowing what courses you need to take can help you plan your course load.

Basic Core Premedical Courses

• 1 year of Chemistry
• 1 year of Organic Chemistry
• 1 year of Biology
• 1 year of Physics
• Some Math and Biochemistry

Must See Link!
Application Timeline and Tips – A general AAMC timeline from Freshman to your Senior year.

Should I choose a specific major to increase my chances of getting into medical school?

No, schools are looking for diversity, not only in terms of culture but in terms of thought. Many people choose the sciences for their major because they think it will give them an advantage. It won’t. Pick the major that is your passion. What do you want to learn about for 4 years? You will excel at what you love and your passion will shine through. Medical students with majors such as English, Psychology, and Theater are commonplace. And in recent years English majors have even been shown to score higher on the MCATs. It makes sense. If you can read the question properly you are more likely to answer it correctly.

In my opinion there are advantages for being a non-science major. You learn another set of skills and see the world through a different lens. But remember don’t neglect your premedical classes!

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Check out what you need to know to be a great medical school applicant.
You will find information about doing research, grades, and what medical school are looking for.