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[Hzreio]

I doubt having only 130 hours is going to sink your app...

 

[Catalystik]

1) So I plan to apply this cycle -- at this point, I have a lot of clinical volunteering with low-income populations in my town (600+ hrs) but only ~100-130 hrs nonclinical volunteering (though very unique activity w/ underserved children that I adored and is a huge part of my essays). As a very uncommon major outside of science, I think I over-focused on clinical stuff to "prove" I want to be a physician and not a career in the other field.

2) I am now getting concerned that this imbalance is too much as I saw on some WAMC that this should be 200+ hours.

3) Should I find an online activity to do for the next month and a half? The only issue is, I currently have a full-time job, but if it will be a red flag in my app I will make it work. Thanks!

1) I think you're fine as you are.

2) That was one person's opinion.

3) Regardless, I think this is a great idea just because finding a way to reach out during this time of social distancing, particularly in a way that would help a child (evening online tutoring, perhaps, at a time that works with your schedule) or even an isolated senior needing socialization, would be commendable. Etc.

 

[habibimarwan]

I have warning for you: you are thinking close minded! Programs might see you as "box-checker", no "passion", no "authentic". Medicine school admission directors wants to know your truth. Be yourself, demonstrate passion, you will be fine. Good luck!!