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A Pre-Med’s Guide to Finding Research Opportunities in Undergrad

Trying to find research for a pre-med student can be a daunting experience. Read this article below and use it to guide you on your quest to find the perfect research opportunity at your undergraduate institution.

Making the Most Out of Your Pre-Med Shadowing Experience

Read this article to learn more about how and when to get your shadowing experience completed in undergrad. Additionally, prepare for your next shadowing opportunity by focusing on tips and strategies provided in this article.

What to do during a gap year – COVID-19 Edition

Applying to medical school during the Coronavirus pandemic presents unique challenges, especially with gap year activities. We have some advice for how you can best prepare your application, and traditional gap year activities aren't so far off!

My Research Experience was Cancelled for the Summer Because of Coronavirus. Now what?

Coronavirus had sent thousands of college students back to their hometowns and that meant that the search for internships and research positions began once again; this time with much more competition as uncertainty spread throughout the country. But for pre-med students, how important is research for applying to medical school?

6 Ideas for a Great Gap Year

Thinking about taking time off before medical school? Find out how to make the most of it!

Teach For America: A Good Gap Year Before Medical School for you?

Thinking of taking a gap year? Teach for America might be a good option for you. Find out if it is by reading more.

The Ultimate Guide to Medical School Extracurriculars: Clinical Experience

Direct patient exposure is non-negotiable when it comes to applying to medical schools. Make sure you have an understanding of why this matters, how much experience you need, and what kind of activities to participate in.

The Ultimate Guide to Medical School Extracurriculars: Research

Basic science or clinical? Do I need to do research? Get all the details about research involvement requirements, suggestions, and tips as you consider applying to medical school.

The Ultimate Guide to Medical School Extracurriculars: Leadership

Becoming a physician is de facto becoming a leader in a certain sense. Demonstrating leadership can come through a variety of experiences and activities. Learn everything you need to know about leadership and medical school applications.

The Ultimate Guide to Medical School Extracurriculars: Service

Get all the details about service and volunteer involvement requirements, suggestions, and tips as you consider applying to medical school.

The Ultimate Guide to Medical School Extracurriculars: Shadowing

Shadowing a physician gives you an idea of what a day in the life is like. Find out why this matters and how much you should focus on seeking out these experiences.

The Ultimate Medical School Extracurricular Guide

Learn more about exactly what you need to do to make sure your extracurricular activities standout through our multi-part series. We break it all down for you: tips, which experiences are important, and how much involvement you need.