Should I join AMSA?

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I go to a large state school with a lot of premeds, and almost every single one of them is in AMSA

Does entry in this club (as a member who does community service, and not a leadership position) impact medical school admissions chances?
Does it show that they are more interested in becoming a physician?

I personally don't like the club because it's filled with every premed possible and don't feel like it's useful. Any thoughts?

Sincerely,
wondergirl3
 
This varies drastically by school and specific organization, but sometimes these clubs can open up great opportunities. I wasn't in AMSA but there was a bigger pre-med group at my undergrad, and I made great connections through that club. Also held various leadership positions for 3 years, and this was actual contributing leadership, not just a title. But then AMSA at my school was kind of a joke. Scope it out, see what they offer. Just know that just being a member of AMSA and doing a service project here and there really means nothing. Contribute via leadership, go to conferences if possible, network, make connections at the med school (if your school has a med school and the AMSA chapters communicate), take advantage of shadowing opportunities, etc.
 
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