Planning for Medical School

Considering a career in medicine? Planning on going to medical school?

Start your planning today with this online, interactive, workshop designed just for you!

Complete the online workshop on your time, at your own pace…from home or school. The workshop is customizable depending on what stage you are at in the preparation process. It takes approximately 2-3 hours to complete. Start it today and finish it later. With continual access, the time you take to complete it depends on you and your schedule.

What's Included

What Do Physicians Do?
Learn about the typical day of a physician, what degree(s) they have, and where they work. Discover successful qualities of physicians and, through short video clips, listen to physicians talk about what their days are like.

Making the Commitment
Find out about the time and money involved with becoming a physician. Learn about the balance you will need to have in your personal life and the kinds of characteristics you will need to be successful.

The Medical School Experience
Get an overview of what it is like to be a medical student. Learn about choosing a school and what factors you will need to consider.

Preparing for Med School
Discover details about the elements needed to best prepare for medical school, including grades, the MCAT, prerequisite courses, and healthcare experience. Gain tips on getting valuable healthcare experiences before you apply. Learn about the application process, including personal statements, letters of recommendation, and more. Taking a year off after your undergraduate degree? Learn what successful medical school applicants did with their time.

Applying to Med School
Walk through the general timeline for application. Gather organizational tips on getting prepared for the application, the interview, and other needed elements.

Your Action Plan
Develop your own medical school action plan.

Career Changers
Is medicine the right career direction for you? Hear stories from other students who pursued medicine at a later age. This section covers the unique issues that arise for career changers.

Registration and Rates

Click here to view registration details and rates. Nominal rates apply to non-U of M Twin Cities students, alumni and non-students. Costs range from $30-35 per person, depending on the student's status. There is no charge for U of M Twin Cities students, as it is covered by the student services fee.

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Watch a Demo Now

Want to learn more about this unique online assistance offered through the Health Careers Center? Watch a demo now and learn more about this and other online tools like it: Online Workshop Demo 

Disclaimer

The comments and feedback provided during the “Personal Statement Critique”, "Action Planning", or similar sessions are provided for informational purposes only; the Health Careers Center makes no guarantees or warranties, either expressed or implied, regarding admissions decisions by any academic program, including those at the University of Minnesota. While we make every effort to provide accurate and current information, it is the recipient’s responsibility to consult with relevant admissions personnel to learn about admissions requirements and prerequisites.