Preparing for Medical School: The Liberal Arts App

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Preparing for Medical School:
The Liberal Arts Approach

This panel discussion took place February 2007. Insights were offered from:
* Paul White, Director of Admissions, UMTC Medical School
* Kathleen Watson, Associate Dean, UMTC Medical School
* Two current medical students

Moderated by Christine Swanson, Academic Adviser,
CLA Health & Natural Sciences Student Community

Listen to the many insights they offer!

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Academic Planning

Choosing a Major
If I am planning to apply to medical school, what should I major in?

The Importance of Grades
How will a "C" on my transcript affect my chances of admission?

Repeating Prerequisites
Should I repeat courses if I have gone on in the sequence and done well? How do medical schools view repeats?

Four-Year Degree Required
Do I need a baccalaureate degree to apply for admission to medical school?

Extracurricular Experiences

Volunteer Experiences
What other experiences (outside the classroom) will help prepare me for medical school?

International and Cultural Experiences
How important is it to study abroad? What should I focus on while living/working in a different culture?

To Go Abroad or Not
Should you study/volunteer abroad? What if it sets you back by a year?

Courses while Abroad
What courses could I take while abroad? What is recommended?

MCAT and Application

MCAT Preparation
What should I do to prepare for the MCAT?

MCAT and Non-Science Majors
Does having a non-science major make me less prepared to take the MCAT?

Taking MCAT Prep Courses
When is the best time to take an MCAT test prep course?

How to Research Medical Schools
Where do I go to research which medical schools would be the best fit for me?

Limiting Applications
How many medical schools should I apply to?

Admission Statistics
What percentage of applicants are offered admission to the UMTC Medical School?

Two-Way Interview
Is it appropriate for me to ask quesions during the interview?

UMTC Med School Areas of Specialization
Are there specific areas that the UMTC Medical School specializes in?

Choosing a Specialization Area
Do I need to know what I am going to specialize in when I apply to medical school?

Med School Myths
What was shocking upon beginning medical school? What should applicants know ahead of time?


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