What do medical schools look for?
Medical Schools seek candidates with high levels of scholasticachievement and intellectual potential, as well as the motivation andhumanistic concern necessary for success as a physician. Thesequalities are measured by college grades, particularly science grades;recommendations from undergraduate faculty, including premedicaladvisers; Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) scores; interviewassessments; an applicants’ personal statement and application, andoccasionally the use of psychological tests of educational development,mental aptitude, and nonintellectual qualities. The profile of a successful applicant might look like: • GPA: 3.5 or better • MCAT: Average 30 (double digits in all numeric sections) • Outside Activities: Hobbies and Recreational Activities • Community Service: volunteer work, church and related activities • Experience in health care field: volunteer or paid experience Applicants must also have good: • Recommendations: see Committee Process • Interview: see Career C
