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DOF Pathway to Medical School Resources for College Students:

 

DOF Pathway to Medical School College Checklist:

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Check out this DOF Pre- Med checklist to evaluate yourself to make sure you are prepared to apply to medical school: (see attachment and attach here)

 

AAMC Pre- Med Resources:

 

The AAMC stands for the Association of American Medical Colleges and is the umbrella organization that obtains, verifies, and delivers applicant information including applications and MCAT scores to M.D. medical schools throughout the U.S. They are your most reliable resources when it comes to pre-med information as they work directly with all medical schools. Learn about the resources they offer on their pre-med resources page here: https://students-residents.aamc.org/premed-resources/premed-resources

 

Pre- Med “Cheat Sheet”

 

 

Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT) Calendar

 

 

 

Pre-Med Financial Resources

 

The Cost of Applying to Med School

 

  • Applying to medical school can be very expensive! The MCAT itself costs $330 and the American Medical College Application Service (AMCAS) costs $175 for the first school plus an additional $45 for every additional school applied to. In addition to primary applications, most schools require you to fill out secondary applications that can costs anywhere from $50-125 per school, and don’t forget to include the price for traveling to interviews, hotel stays, food, and purchasing business attire. These costs can add up quickly! Click here to see if you can reduce these by qualifying for the AAMC Fee assistance Program which can help significantly reduce the costs of applications, the MCAT, and more: https://students-residents.aamc.org/fee-assistance-program/fee-assistance-program-fap

 

The Cost of Attending Medical School

 

  • Did you know the average cost of attendance at a public medical school for 4 years is roughly $275,000 and private schools can reach up to $350,000? Though that may seem scary (it is!) don’t let it deter you from your dream of becoming a doctor. Click here to learn about some ways you can decrease the cost of your medical education and how to help pay for it: https://students-residents.aamc.org/financial-aid/paying-medical-school

 

Scholarly Productivity & Research

 

 

 

Medical School Admission Requirements Database

 

 

Increasing Representation in Medicine

  • Being a minority in medicine can be isolating at times, which is why it is important to find resources and communities designed to help you thrive in medical school. Click here to see the AAMC Advancing Diversity in Medicine Page to learn more about resources and opportunities provided to minority medical students as well as see more regarding the data of minorities in medicine: https://students-residents.aamc.org/deciding-if-medicine-you/advancing-diversity-medicine

 

Choosing Your Medical Career Path

  • Did you know there are over 135 different types of medical specialties graduating medical students can choose from. It is never too early to get started on identifying which specialty may be the right one for you. Check out this playlist by Med School Insiders which provides detailed videos highlighting the pros and cons of many different medical specialties. Click Here!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mu5WzOL8-O8&list=PL2ADAFpTg5aaDaa9GX90-DO0aBsGLY8jQ

 

 

AACOM (DO Schools) Resources Page

 

 

Interviews skills + tips:

Did you know Medical School Interviews can vary greatly depending on what school you are interviewing at? Some schools do a traditional 1-on-1 interviews, while others do group interviews, and others do Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI). To learn more about these different types of interview styles and how to prepare for them click here: https://ingeniusprep.com/blog/types-of-medical-school-interviews/

           

Other Interview Resources and Videos:

 

 

 

MCAT Studying Resources and Tips:

            The MCAT is one of the biggest tests you will take in your life as an aspiring doctor. It    can determine whether you will get a coveted spot in medical school and is often the most crucial barrier to gaining access to medical school, especially for those from          disadvantaged backgrounds.

One mistake many who are preparing to take the MCAT make is trying to use too many   resources and not utilizing each individual resources efficiently to pass through all the   material in time for test day. Below you will find some resources recommended by DOF medical students that they believe are most helpful to succeeding on test day and helping   you get one step closer to becoming a doctor! 

 

 

  • UWorld Question Banks: Uworld is a popular resource medical students use religiously to prepare for board exams, and they have now expanded to include MCAT content. It gives detailed questions and answer explanations and has many features including flashcards. Use it to prepare yourself to see every kind of question you may see on test day. It can be quite expensive, however. 90 Day access to the question bank cost $239. Check it out here https://gradschool.uworld.com/mcat/ 

 

  • Khan Academy: Khan academy has many MCAT related videos that provide free detailed content reviews without having to read a textbook. It also has free practice passages and questions which makes it one of the best free MCAT resources. Find it here: https://www.khanacademy.org/test-prep/mcat

 

  • Anki: Anki is a free spaced repetition flashcard app you can download on your computer. The algorithm keeps track of how many times you get flashcards right or wrong and automatically schedules them to be reviewed on later dates. Medical students use Anki heavily to study during medical school. You can make your own flashcards, or you can download pre-made decks on the internet. It is amazing for retaining and memorizing facts. Download it here: https://apps.ankiweb.net/ ; Learn how to use it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WmPx333n5UQ

 

  • Review books – Kaplan, Blueprint MCAT, or Princeton Review: These books have been a staple for MCAT prep for decades and provide detailed information on how to succeed on the exam. Many times, they also provide access to full length practice exams and question banks. They can be a bit pricey, but if you learn best by reading these may be for you.

 

  • DOF MCAT Tutoring- The DOF foundation has committed medical students proven to be successful on the MCAT who tutor and train DOF students to succeed on their exams for free! If you are part of the DOF pathway program and plan on taking the MCAT soon and have not been connected to MCAT tutoring send us an email at support@thedofoundation.com so that we can connect you to one of our amazing tutors!


 

 

DOF Pathway to College Resources for High School Students:

High school To-do list checklist:

 

Check out this checklist provided by UCLA to evaluate yourself to see if you are on the right track to having completed everything you need to get into your dream college!: https://ucla.app.box.com/s/1jlei30r1h7oo96o16v6iiuaw0tsq3vr

 

High School Resources and Info Page

 

  • From extracurricular opportunities to help you stand out on your college applications to financial aid assistance and scholarship pages explore this high school resources page provide by UCLA’s Early Academic Outreach Program jam packed with lots of useful information: https://eaop.ucla.edu/resources/high-school-resources

 

A-G requirements:

A-G requirements refer to a set of high school courses which the University of California             (UC) and California State University (CSU) systems have determined demonstrate basic              college readiness. Colleges also tend to have GPA and course grade requirements. Make   sure to look up specific requirements for admission to non UC or CSU colleges who may not follow A-G requirements such as USC or Stanford.

 

 

Comparing UC vs CSU statistics:

Choosing a college can be difficult as each college comes with its own pros and cons. Deciding whether to attend UC or a Cal State can also present its own challenges. Check out this article comparing UC vs CSU to determine which one may be best for you! https://www.bestcolleges.com/united-states/california/uc-vs-csu/

 

 

UC vs CSU vs Common Applications:

 

Did you know different college systems use different application softwares? Make sure to check out and compare the procedures required for each application service as well as their costs by researching the applications below.

 

  • University of California (UC) Application: A single Application service for the 9 UC campuses that usually opens August 1st and the deadline to apply is November 30th. The application fee is $70 UC school you apply to. Low-income students can qualify for Fee assistance. Click here to learn more: https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/apply-now.html

 

  • California State University (CSU) Application: A single application service for the 23 CSU campuses. It opens October 1st and closes December 4th. The application fee is $70 CSU school you apply to. Low-income students can qualify for Fee assistance. Learn more here: https://www.calstate.edu/apply

 

  • The Common App: It is a single application service used by over 1000 colleges including those such as USC, Stanford, Charles R Drew University, Harvard more that makes applying to multiple schools easier and faster. Most schools open application August 1st with submission due by January. The fee per school varies by school from $30 to $75. Low-income students can qualify for Fee assistance. Learn more here: https://www.usnews.com/education/best-colleges/articles/common-app

 

  • From extracurricular opportunities to help you stand out on your college applications to financial aid assistance and scholarship pages explore this high school resources page provide by UCLA’s Early Academic Outreach Program jam packed with lots of useful information: https://eaop.ucla.edu/resources/high-school-resources

 

 

Financing Your Education Resources

 

 

Financial Resources

 

 

Leadership in Medicine

 

Leadership Skills

Leadership is one of the most important qualities medical schools look for in applicants as physicians are highly regarded in society and are often seen as the authority in their place of work because of their knowledge level and expertise. Therefore, becoming a great leader is essential to becoming a doctor. Check out some resources below relating to leadership skills as a pre-med student.

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