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Medical School Handbook

Time Line & Procedures for Medical School Applications

Letter of Evaluation Packet
   Types of Letters
   Virtual Evaluation Overview
   Virtual Evaluations for Medical School Applications Process
   Sending Letters Via the U.S. Postal Service

General Information about the MCAT
    Registering for the MCAT
    Preparing for the MCAT
    Should I retake the MCAT?

Characteristics Sought in Applicants

Application Essays and Personal Statements
    Writing Your Statement
    Some Pointers for Polishing Your Personal Statement

To Which Medical Schools Do I Apply?
    Secondary Applications

Interviews and Decisions
    Types of Interviews
    Important Interview Tips
    Activities for a Year Off

How Do I Pay for Medical School?
    Credit Rating

Frequently Asked Questions

What If I Do Not Get Into Medical School?

Appendix A: Medical Schools with Math Requirements

Appendix B: Medical Schools Requiring Advanced Science Courses

Appendix C: Medical School Spread Sheets

Appendix D: 31 Questions I Wish I Had Asked

Appendix E: Glide Year Volunteer Opportunities

Appendix F: Interesting Books and Readings about the Field of Medicine

Appendix G: PDF Forms