Research ?

[vrazz]

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How important is research in getting accepted? Everyone that I know that is applying does not have any research background, but I've noticed a lot of SDN members that do have research. I personally havn't done any (not really my thing), but if it's something that keeps me out of med school I can try to get involved in the MS clinical trials at work.

Any thoughts?

 

[Claymore]

I had some research under my belt when applying and I think it helped, but probably the majority of people I knew didn't have any. Participating in meaningful research takes a pretty significant time comittment, and is not necessary for admission to schools, so I wouldn't recommend it unless it's something you're truly interested in. More of an "icing on the cake" I think.

MS-2
Midwestern University-CCOM

 

[Dr.Dicky]

I didn't have any research experience and got in just fine....just make sure you're personable during your interview........

 

[vrazz]

Thanks! ...Define 'personable'...my first interview is coming up and I'm really getting nervous. It's the only school I've heard back from and I don't want to blow it.