medical school: the application process uci latino medical student association (lmsa)
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Medical School: The Application
ProcessUCI Latino Medical Student
Association (LMSA)
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OverviewOverview
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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)
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1. Identifying Information1. Identifying Information
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2. Schools Attended 2. Schools Attended
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3. Biographic Information3. Biographic Information
SOCIALECONOMIC
EDUCATIONALCULTURAL
GEOGRAPHICAL
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4. Course Work4. Course Work
* remember to check each school's course requirements: biochem & statistics
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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?
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Do I have to be a science major?No!
GPA?"Suggested" Total > 3.5
**Science >= 3.5(see MSAR)
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GPA Tips/SuggestionsGPA Tips/Suggestions
Demonstrate an upward trend
Must have substance
Medical schools look at Science GPA (BCPM).
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5. Work/Activities5. Work/Activities
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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?
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Activities Tips/SuggestionsActivities Tips/Suggestions
Do what you love.Demonstrate commitment &
passion.Learn from your experiences.They will make you a well-
rounded individual
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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?
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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.
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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?
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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.
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8. Personal Statement8. Personal StatementThis is your time to shine and
show them who YOU ARE! Share your STORY.
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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!
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9. Standardized Tests (MCAT)9. Standardized Tests (MCAT)
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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
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MCAT Tips/SuggestionsMCAT Tips/Suggestions
Tests knowledge, concepts, and critical thinking
Allocate a significant amount of time for studying.
Practice, practice, practice, practice!
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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
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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
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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!
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Question TopicsQuestion Topics
Personal views on certain issues
ChallengesAchievementsCommunity ServiceEducationFamily/CommunityEthics
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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?
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But Remember to be:But Remember to be:
CONFIDENTPERSEVERANTPATIENTAnd to always…
BELIEVE in YOURSELF!!!