Random classes or minor?

[alpharez]

So in my last quarter of school (fall 13) I only need one more class for my major to graduate. I can't go part time so I was wondering if I should take classes working towards a minor or if I should just take random humanities classes?

If I do a minor I will have to take summer classes. If not, then no.

Also, I plan on submitting my AMCAS app in June so does anything after that really even matter anymore? Thanks

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[Ismet]

Take whatever classes interest you. Med schools don't care about minors, and IMO I would never take classes over the summer unless absolutely necessary.

 

[alpharez]

Ok thanks. That's what I was leaning for which would free up my summer to do secondaries.

My whole reasoning for doing a minor was that some CA schools require a lot of humanities for matriculation. I was gonna work toward fulfilling that requirement with a minor, but I guess taking random humanities would also be ok...(23 year old in classes full of freshman might be fun/easy?)

 

[Ismet]

(23 year old in classes full of freshman might be fun/easy?)

Those are the best classes. I was the same age as the TA in one of the music classes I took my senior year. Easy A's.

 

[BurghStudent]

Ok thanks. That's what I was leaning for which would free up my summer to do secondaries.

My whole reasoning for doing a minor was that some CA schools require a lot of humanities for matriculation. I was gonna work toward fulfilling that requirement with a minor, but I guess taking random humanities would also be ok...(23 year old in classes full of freshman might be fun/easy?)

Random classes will be more fun. In trying to fulfill a minor you'll likely take courses you don't want to. Don't. You'll likely never get another chance to study medieval literature or ancient philosophy. These so-called random classes, if chosen with your own interest in mind, will mean much more during an interview.

 

[silverturtle]

Random classes! It will be more enjoyable/less stressful for you. Apparently, med schools don't care about minors...

 

[bigdogrob4284]

Based on the GPA on your MDapps, I would just take classes with the easiest reputation at your school. That way you can get a few more A's and bump your stats up a bit.