Expectations Beyond Curricular Requirements
Only a small percentage of academically qualified applicants to medical schools in the US are admitted each year. The difference-makers generally are (1) the medical school interview and (2) the supporting experiences that applicants should have accomplished during their undergraduate years.
Medical schools see these collateral experiences broadening the student’s vision, clarifying the student’s motivation for a career in medicine, introducing the student to the needs and hopes of a more diverse population, helping build a sense of compassion and empathy, helping the student become more self-aware, developing problem-solving skills; and so much more. Medical schools want students who are well-rounded, skilled, and empathetic with strong communication skills and a dedication to service—as medicine is a service profession.
Taylor Pre-Med students are strongly recommended to gain experience in the following: