Why do so many people want to do Med?

“Studying medicine is a privilege, to me medicine is the ultimate career. But most importantly, a career in medicine empowers you to help people, to be respected by others and to feel job satisfaction in a way that is impossible to feel in many other careers.

Why do so many people apply to med school?

Many students spoke about having always wanted to study medicine. Early exposure to the possibility of being a doctor allowed the idea to flourish and motivated students to achieve high academic goals. Inhibitory factors included discouragement from application by teachers on the grounds of not being ‘doctor material’.

What are my odds of getting into medical school?

Medical schools are highly competitive. The national acceptance rate is 43 percent, according to data compiled by the Association of American Medical Colleges.

Why do you really want to go to medical school?

It’s something you’re passionate about.

You love science.

You have plenty of time.

You love school.

You want a career ripe with opportunities.

You want a job that’s stable and secure.

You want the respect and status that comes with being a physician.

You want to continue to learn.

You like working with a team.

You want to make a good living.

What is the easiest med school to get into?

The University of Missouri School of Medicine, located in Kansas City, MO, comes in at #1 on the list of easiest medical schools to get into. The minimum GPA and MCAT scores are 3.0 and at least a 500 on the MCAT, respectively, to be considered for acceptance.

Why is medical school so expensive?

Other factors that make the medical school relatively more expensive include but not limited to: Professors from many specialties involved to teach medical students, expensive medical lab equipment’s and material, contracts with local hospitals to train the students, and housing and other accommodations.

How to apply to med school?

To apply to most medical schools in the United States, you will need to use the AAMC ’s centralized application processing service, the American Medical College Application Service® (AMCAS®). AMCAS collects, verifies, and delivers application information and MCAT ® exam scores to each school you choose.