{"product_id":"getting-into-medical-school-for-dummies-isbn-9781118424278","title":"Getting into Medical School For Dummies","description":"\u003cb\u003eYour plain-English guide to getting into the medical school of your dreams\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003cp\u003eGetting accepted to medical school is a long and rigorous process and many students find they need help. If you're one of these students, \u003ci\u003eGetting into Medical School For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is the perfect tool to help you through the process and realize your dream.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBy providing you with concise information about preparing for and applying to medical school, \u003ci\u003eGetting into Medical School For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e prepares you for the application process. Written by an industry expert, it gives you a distinct advantage in the competitive medical school admissions process, preparing you for every step and helping you create your best application.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eTakes you through the often-overwhelming process of applying to medical school\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplains what medical schools and admissions committees are really looking for\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides plain-English explanations of complicated medical school admissions processes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you're one of the over 40,000 students who apply to medical school each year and need help sorting through the admissions schedule, writing statements of intent, and preparing to take the MCAT, \u003ci\u003eGetting Into Medical School For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e has you covered!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout This Book 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConventions Used in This Book 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat You’re Not to Read 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFoolish Assumptions 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow This Book is Organized 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePart I: Planning the Premedical Years 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePart II: Applying to Medical School 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePart III: Osteopathic Medical Schools, Dual-Degree Programs, and More 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePart IV: Nontraditional Applicants, Reapplicants, and Disadvantaged Applicants 5\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePart V: You’re In! Getting Ready to Go 5\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePart VI: The Part of Tens 5\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIcons Used in This Book 6\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhere to Go from Here 6\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I: Planning the Premedical Years 9\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1: Turning Your Dream of Going to Medical School into a Reality 11\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSo You Want to Be a Doctor: Thinking about Medicine as a Career 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMapping Out College and Participating in Extracurricular Activities 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssessing the Medical School Application Process 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking at the timeline13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking the MCAT 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSelecting schools 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSubmitting primary applications 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eObtaining letters of recommendation 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCompleting secondary applications 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInterviewing with schools 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHearing whether you’re in, out, or waitlisted 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering All Your Options 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOsteopathic medical schools 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDual-degree programs 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInternational medical schools 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking Care of Special Situations 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNontraditional applicants 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReapplicants 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMinority and disadvantaged applicants and applicants with disabilities 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeading to Medical School 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConfronting the cost 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting off to a good start 22\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2: Considering a Medical Career 23\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Pros and Cons of Entering Medicine 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvaluating the rewards 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssessing the drawbacks and sacrifices 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBecoming a Physician in a Few Not-So-Easy Steps 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStarting out: The premedical years 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMoving closer to your goal: Medical school 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing to practice medicine: Residency 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeciding to go further: Fellowship 28\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinishing at last: Becoming an attending physician 28\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBecoming Licensed to Practice Medicine 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSurveying Practice Types 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrivate solo and group practices 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommunity clinics 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcademic institutions 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePracticing as a hospitalist and other options 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssessing Your Chances of Acceptance to Medical School 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlaying the numbers game: Medical school applicants\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eversus seats in medical schools 32\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGauging grades and test scores: GPA and the MCAT 33\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking beyond the numbers 34\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeciding Whether Medicine is Right for You 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3: Mapping Out Your College Years 37\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Role of the Premedical Years 37\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding a foundation for medical school 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExploring your interests 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing an Undergraduate School 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing that where you go matters 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComparing major research institutions and small liberal arts colleges 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding a school with strong support for premeds 41\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking at location 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSelecting a Major 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGoing the traditional route: Science majors 43\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking a different path: Nonscience majors 43\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning Your Premedical Course Work 44\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe essentials: Familiarizing yourself with the prerequisites for medical school 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReading the fi ne print: Policies about AP credit and community college courses 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGoing above and beyond: Courses that are recommended but not required 46\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStudying Abroad 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerusing Premedical Post-Baccalaureate Programs 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering formal post-bac programs 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking post-bac courses independently 50\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4: Making the Most of Extracurricular Activities 51\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Role of Extracurricular Activities in Admissions 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDemonstrating familiarity with the medical field 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShowing that you have a life outside the library 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGaining Clinical Experience 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVolunteering in clinical settings 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShadowing physicians 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDoing international medical missions 56\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDelving into Research 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeciding whether to do research 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDoing basic or clinical research.58\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting up a research experience 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGiving Back: Taking Part in Community Service 60\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eJoining Clubs and Organizations 60\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing part of a premedical club 61\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExploring other clubs and interest groups 61\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHaving Paid Employment as a Premedical Student 62\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFitting It All In 62\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrioritizing and organizing 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBalancing depth with breadth 64\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II: Applying to Medical School 65\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5: Surveying the Application Process 67\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Familiar with the Three Major Steps of the Admissions Process 68\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFirst up: The primary application 68\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNext in line: The secondary application 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTime to talk: The interview 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTiming Your Application 70\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEntering medical school immediately after college 70\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking a gap year 71\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding Rolling Admissions 72\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing Conscious of the Application Timeline 73\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eJunior year of college 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSenior year of college 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering Early Decision Programs 80\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Help from a Premedical Advisor 81\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing your premedical advising office effectively 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding a premedical advisor if your school doesn’t have one 83\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6: Tackling the MCAT 85\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeginning with a Few MCAT Basics 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRegistering for the test 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting an overview of the test’s length and structure 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInterpreting your test score 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Importance of the MCAT in Admissions 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing why schools stress the MCAT in admissions 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDiscovering how schools use the MCAT in admissions 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChecking Out What’s on the MCAT 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePhysical Sciences 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVerbal Reasoning 91\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBiological Sciences 92\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTrial section 92\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing for the MCAT 92\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExamining specific prep approaches 93\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing study materials 96\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking a study schedule 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing for the science sections 98\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMastering the Verbal Reasoning section 99\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerfecting your timing 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSurviving Test Day 101\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWalking through the testing experience 101\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing with test-day anxiety 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering the option of voiding your exam 103\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRetaking the MCAT 104\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeciding whether you should retake the test 105\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTiming your next try 106\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing the second time around 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eApplying to Medical School Before You Receive Your MCAT Score 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWaiting for your scores before you send your application 108\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSending your application to your entire list before you have your score 108\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eApplying to a few schools without your scores and then adding more 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking to 2015: Major Changes Are Coming to the MCAT 110\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFamiliarizing yourself with the changes 110\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGearing up for the new test 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7: Choosing Medical Schools 113\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResearching Schools 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing school websites, admissions offices, and other resources 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering a few factors 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetermining How Many Schools to Include on Your List 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen to include fewer than 15 schools 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen to include more than 15 schools 122\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating a Balanced List: A Mix of Dreams and Practicality 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8: Putting Together Primary Applications 125\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeginning with the Basics of Primary Applications 126\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSorting out application services 126\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBreaking down the primary application 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTiming your applications 128\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning your strategy 130\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCrafting a Strong Personal Statement 131\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing aware of length limits 131\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the personal statement effectively 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTackling the personal statement step by step 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSifting through Personal Statement Examples 140\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExample 1: Taking an artistic approach 140\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnalyzing why Example 1 works 142\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExample 2: Showcasing an adventurous applicant 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssessing the intriguing elements of Example 2 144\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExample 3: Seeing what not to write 145\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDissecting what went wrong in Example 3 147\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCompleting the Work and Activities Section 147\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing activities and deciding which are most meaningful 148\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWriting the descriptions 149\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEntering Course Work and Understanding GPAs 151\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWading through course work information 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting a handle on GPA calculations 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9: Looking at Letters of Recommendation and Secondary Applications 155\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing a Premedical Committee Letter versus Seeking Individual Letters 156\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn a group: Premedical committee letters 156\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSingled out: Individual letters 158\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing Evaluators and Requesting Letters 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe key to great letters: Getting to know your potential evaluators 160\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt’s time: Deciding when to ask for letters 161\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep by step: Approaching a potential evaluator 162\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn all honesty: Handling a less-than-enthusiastic response 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDiscovering the Characteristics of Strong Letters of Recommendation 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSubmitting Your Letters of Recommendation 167\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSending letters to application services 167\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoordinating your letters through your premedical advisor or a letter service 168\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWaiving your right to see your letters 169\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGrasping the Basics of Secondary Applications 170\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnowing what to expect from secondaries 170\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSurveying the screening process 171\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerusing common secondary prompts 171\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnowing that timing is everything 173\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging secondaries 174\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10: Acing the Medical School Interview 177\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking at the Interview’s Role in the Admissions Process 178\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBecoming Acquainted with Interview Formats 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOne-on-one and panel interviews 180\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOpen fi le, closed fi le, and semi-closed fi le interviews 180\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe multiple mini-interview 181\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExamining the Elements of a Strong Interview 184\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Ready for a Traditional Interview 185\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking a few basic steps 185\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTackling common interview questions 186\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCrafting your responses 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDoing a mock interview 190\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGoing a Little Further to Prepare for an MMI 191\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking a few additional steps 192\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChecking out examples of MMI stations 193\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing with Logistics 194\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScheduling your interview 194\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting there 195\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStaying in a hotel or with a student host 195\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing Your Interview Attire 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMen’s attire 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWomen’s attire 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWalking Through a Typical Interview Day Schedule 198\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAttending orientation 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTouring the campus 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking time for lunch 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUndertaking interviews (finally!) 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSending Thank-You Letters 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeciding who should get a letter 202\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDebating how to deliver the message 202\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCompiling a letter 203\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11: Hearing Back 207\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYou Did It! Celebrating Acceptances 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging multiple acceptances 208\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGoing on second look visits 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing a school 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOh No! Suffering Rejections 210\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNoting common reasons for rejection 210\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking the next steps 211\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat Now? Working Your Way off Waitlists 212\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDistinguishing types of waitlists 212\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnowing what to do if you’re waitlisted 213\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III: Osteopathic Medical Schools, Dual-Degree Programs, and More 217\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12: Applying to Osteopathic (DO) Medical Schools 219\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding What Being an Osteopathic Physician Means 220\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerusing the principles and philosophy of osteopathic medicine 220\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComparing and contrasting allopathic and osteopathic medical educations 221\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExploring osteopathic medicine 221\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting a license as an osteopathic physician and matching into a residency 222\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking the Decision to Apply to DO Schools 224\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetermining whether osteopathic medicine is right for you 224\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBecoming a strong DO applicant 225\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUndertaking Applications for Osteopathic Medical Schools 226\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting an overview of the AACOMAS application 227\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating a compelling personal statement for DO schools 228\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCompleting the work, volunteer, and extracurricular activities sections 231\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMastering the interview at osteopathic schools 231\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13: Exploring Dual-Degree Programs 233\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering a Baccalaureate-MD Program 234\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExamining the mechanics of a bacc-MD program 234\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing the advantages 235\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetermining the drawbacks 236\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eApplying to Baccalaureate-MD Programs 237\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDiscovering how to be a strong contender for bacc-MD programs 237\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSurveying the bacc-MD application process 238\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHandling supplemental essay questions 239\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInterviewing for bacc-MD programs 239\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting to Know MD-PhD Programs 240\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDescribing MD-PhD programs 241\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCarefully considering MD-PhD programs 242\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNavigating the MD-PhD Admissions Process 243\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFiguring out whether you’re a competitive MD-PhD applicant244\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGoing through the application process for MD-PhD programs 244\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGearing up for additional application essays 245\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInterviewing for MD-PhD programs 246\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEyeing Other Types of Dual-Degree Programs 248\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14: Investigating International Medical Schools 249\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering Reasons to Apply Internationally 250\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSelecting International Schools 251\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResearching international schools 251\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAsking the right questions 253\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContemplating Caribbean Medical Schools 253\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCourting Canadian Medical Schools 255\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMulling Medical Schools in the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Australia 256\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNoting Financial Considerations for International Medical Students 257\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTackling Licensure Guidelines and Residency Training for IMGs 258\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding licensure challenges for IMGs 258\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLanding a residency 259\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV: Nontraditional Applicants, Reapplicants, and Disadvantaged Applicants 261\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 15: Doing Things Differently: Nontraditional Applicants. 263\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting an Overview of Nontraditional Applicants 263\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCompleting or Updating Premedical Course Work 265\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDoing the prerequisite course work required for medical school 265\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUpdating your academic experiences 266\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUndertaking the Application Process 267\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTelling your story in the personal statement 267\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the work and activities section effectively 268\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLining up letters of recommendation 269\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking at interview tips for the nontraditional applicant 270\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering Challenges Facing Nontraditional Applicants 271\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReturning to school 271\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFacing stereotypes 272\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLacking a peer group as a medical student 273\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBalancing family life with medical school 274\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 16: Try, Try Again: Reapplicants 275\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTiming Your Next Application 275\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReapplying immediately 276\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWaiting a year or more 277\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImproving the Numbers: Applicants with Low GPAs 277\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering post-baccalaureate programs with undergraduate-level course work 279\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSurveying special master’s programs 279\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking classes independently 280\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking Action When the MCAT is the Issue 281\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFacing the problem 281\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRetaking the MCAT 282\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding to Your Clinical, Research, and Other Experiences 282\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRevisiting Your School Options 283\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eApplying to a broader range of schools 284\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering osteopathic or international schools 284\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRevising Your Personal Statement 285\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUpdating Your Letters of Recommendation 286\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 17: Minority Applicants, Disadvantaged Applicants, and Applicants with Disabilities 287\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefining Underrepresented Minorities in Medicine 288\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesignating Yourself as Socioeconomically Disadvantaged 288\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSurveying Resources for Minority and Disadvantaged Applicants 290\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExamining enrichment programs 291\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding financial resources 292\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eApplying with a Disability 293\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eObtaining accommodations for the MCAT 293\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDisclosing a disability 294\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart V: You’re In! Getting Ready to Go 295\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 18: Paying for Medical School 297\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConfronting the Cost of Medical School 297\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the cost of attendance 298\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePutting together a budget 299\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetermining your eligibility for aid 301\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExploring Types of Aid 302\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInstitutional aid 303\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFederal Direct Loans303\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther federal loans 305\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrivate loans 305\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eService-based scholarships 306\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eApplying for Financial Aid 307\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking during Medical School 308\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 19: Starting Medical School 309\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnjoying the Summer Before: A Time of Relaxation and Preparation 309\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNailing Down Logistics and More 311\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHousing 311\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTransportation 312\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther considerations 313\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Off to a Good Start 314\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStaying organized 314\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding a support system 315\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRedefining Success as You Progress through Medical School 317\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart VI: The Part of Tens 319\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 20: Ten Things to Know about Medical School 321\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYour School Wants You to Succeed 321\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt’s Difficult 322\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt’s Fun 322\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYou Start at the Bottom of the Hierarchy 323\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEat and Sleep When You Can 324\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNurses Can Make Your Life Easier — or Harder 324\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYou Change Your Mind about Your Specialty Many Times 325\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSometimes You Wonder Why You Went 325\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYou Can Be a Medical Student and Still Have a Life 326\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt Goes By Quickly 326\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 21: Ten Terms You Won’t Find in Your Medical School Textbooks 327\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eZebra 327\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGunner 328\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScut 328\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHit 328\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGI Rounds 329\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhite Cloud 329\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlack Cloud 329\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e404 Error 329\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBenign Rotation 330\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMalignant Rotation 330\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 331\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCarleen Eaton\u003c\/b\u003e, MD, has used her expertise in admissions and test preparation, as well as her experiences as an applicant who received acceptances to top-ranked medical schools, to guide hundreds of applicants successfully through the medical school admissions process. 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