From your white-coat ceremony though graduation day several years later, medical school is a journey. As you navigate your time as a medical student, some key questions are likely to arise. The AMA offers answers to frequently asked questions on undergraduate medical training.
Medical school FAQs
Top questions to help master life as a first-year medical student
- Kicking off your first year of medical school brings unique challenges, from establishing a study schedule and exploring new social dynamics to honing leadership and research skills. Find the answers you need to start off strong.
Top questions to help master life as a second-year medical student
- As a second-year medical student, you have transitioned to the next level of your training and made it through the wringer of the first year. Check out these common questions as you move ahead.
Top questions to help master life as a third-year medical student
- You are halfway there and have many meaningful patient-facing and learning experiences ahead. Find insight on navigating the third year of training.
Top questions to help master life as a fourth-year medical student
- While the Match is a constant focus of one’s final year in medical school, growth and development shouldn’t take a back seat. Learn more about what year four of medical school looks like.
Whether success means strengthening your leadership skills so your CV stands out or completing cutting-edge research while prepping for residency—the AMA has the resources you need, from your first year to Match.
