PRE MED

[L.rodrigues]

Hi, I am in need of some guidance regarding my education and occupation. I feel a bit lost at the moment and I don't know what I should do. I am debating if I should get a bachelors degree in health science then apply to medical school. I was in the gateway program for medical school in the Caribbean and it didn't work out due to my finances. And now i am back to the drawing board but this time I feel a little lost and I don't know what to do. Can anyone just advise me on the next step or what the best undergrad degree would be for medical school I would greatly appreciate it.

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[LunaOri]

There is no “best” major for premed. You just need to maintain a high GPA, do well on the MCAT, get at least the minimum number of clinical and volunteer hours, and develop a narrative to explain your interest in medicine. If finances are an issue, do your first year or two at a community college, then finish your undergrad degree at your state university.

 

[RunnerDad]

What interests you? Your "best" major is one you have some passion for. Many premeds major in Biology or one of the other hard sciences. Others choose ancillary majors like kinesiology, psychology, etc., some of which also require a number of the premed prerequisite coursework as part of their track. @LunaOri is right on all counts.

 

[Mr.Smile12]

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[L.rodrigues]

What interests you? Your "best" major is one you have some passion for. Many premeds major in Biology or one of the other hard sciences. Others choose ancillary majors like kinesiology, psychology, etc., some of which also require a number of the premed prerequisite coursework as part of their track. @LunaOri is right on all counts.

Science interested me and I also enjoy politics. I'm just trying to do my best and enjoy my journey and focus on medical school. I just felt really lost with my decision and didn't know what to do

 

[LunaOri]

Take it one step (or one semester) at a time. No need to rush to commit to medical school—most applicants take at least one gap year. Explore your interests!

 

[L.rodrigues]

Take it one step (or one semester) at a time. No need to rush to commit to medical school—most applicants take at least one gap year. Explore your interests!

Thank you!