Medical School Applications

Preparing for Medical SchoolDec 30, 2021

Thrive on the MCAT by following this advice

Learn more with the AMA about the essential measures aspiring medical students can take to improve their MCAT scores.

Preparing for Medical SchoolOct 28, 2021

DO vs. MD: How much does the medical school degree type matter?

Learn about key differences between MD and DO medical school programs and what role degree type should play in your medical school choice.

Preparing for Medical SchoolOct 14, 2021

Medical school secondary applications: Make yours stand out

Some medical schools will ask you to fill out a more specific, secondary application. Admissions officers advise on how to make yours exceptional.

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Preparing for Medical SchoolSep 24, 2021

Another year of virtual interviews: What pre-meds must know

Medical school admissions interviews will be largely virtual during the 2021–2022 application cycle. Thanks, Delta variant.

Preparing for Medical SchoolJul 1, 2021

How to reflect pandemic experiences on medical school applications

A premed’s experiences over the past year and a half are going to be a compelling portion of their medical school application. Learn more with the AMA

Public HealthJun 22, 2021

Momentous year as AMA president leaves Dr. Bailey hopeful for future

Susan R. Bailey, MD, led the AMA during the pandemic’s darkest days in the U.S. last winter. Learn why she’s optimistic about what comes next.

Preparing for Medical SchoolJun 10, 2021

The 15 skills medical schools expect from students on day one

Success as a medical student requires a certain skill set from the jump. Here’s a look at what’s expected of you and how you can hone the necessary traits.

Preparing for Medical SchoolJun 7, 2021

Ngozi Anachebe, MD, on COVID-19 and 2022 med school applications

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing the impact of the pandemic on 2022 medical school applications.

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