I just finished my sophomore year of college at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. By the end of this year I will likely have a co-authorship in a stem cell related research study, as well as have completed a research project for the undergraduate research opportunity program. I'm currently volunteering in the lab, and so far have no other volunteer experience for my med school apps. I am considering applying to a research associates program at a nearby hospital for this fall and/or next summer. I was wondering how competitive I would be for mid-tier and top-tier schools if I did this program, was published, and ended up with a 3.8 GPA in my Chem/Biochem majors by the time that I apply for medical school. Also, what else could I be doing in my free time to improve my app. I can't do a large number of things during fall and spring semester due to the high course load that I am taking for my dual majors.
Thanks for the input!
Thanks for the input!