Application Tips with Apply Point: Obtaining an Additional Degree Prior to Med School

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Thinking of pursuing another degree or certification prior to submitting your med school application? Here's our response: If your undergrad GPA is strong, you have done enough science coursework, and you feel ready for medical school, you don't need to take on the added expense of another program before med school. They are cash- and time-consuming.

Cost is just one of the reasons that these programs are known as “high risk, high reward.” They can give you an advantage in getting into medical school, especially at the one that houses the program. But not doing well in such a program is a devastating look. These programs are challenging, so if you’re not ready for med school, you might not be ready for them, either.

Read our overview of this topic here.

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