In last week’s episode of Getting In: A College Coach Conversation, Beth Heaton was back in the host chair to talk about an alternative to the standard accelerated medical program and answer more of our listener questions.
In my last blog post, I reviewed the pros and cons of applying to accelerated BA/MD programs. If you’ve decided an accelerated medical program is a good fit for your educational goals, let’s move next to what the programs are looking for from successful applicants.
Have you always known you wanted to be a doctor? Maybe you have always been fascinated by medicine, or perhaps this is a more recent but intense interest. As you begin your college search, you may become interested in an accelerated medical program where you apply in high school and could be admitted to a seven- or eight-year track to obtain both your Bachelor’s degree and your Doctorate in Medicine. But is this type of program the right fit for you?
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