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Step 2: Experiences

A strong application will include exposure to patients and physicians in a clinical setting, for example  volunteering at a local hospital, clinical volunteer work abroad, clinical employment and shadowing a physician. The Admissions Committee is most interested in applicants who have face-to-face experience with the patient-doctor relationship.

A strong application will also reflect a variety of extra-curricular activities, community involvement, and leadership experiences.

Doctor of Medicine (MD)
  • MD Curriculum
    • LCME Self-Study 2022-2024
    • 4 Phases in 4 Years
    • Clinical Training
    • Societies & Small Group Learning
    • Discovery Phase
  • MD Admissions
    • Step 1: Course Requirements
    • Step 2: Experiences
    • Step 3: MCAT
    • Step 4: AMCAS Application
    • Step 5: Letters of Recommendation
    • Step 6: Supplemental Application and Technical Standards
    • MD Admission Deadlines
    • MD Admission FAQ
  • MD M1 Class Profile Fall 2022
  • MD Program Financial Aid
    • Applying for MD Program Financial Aid
    • MD Program Costs
    • Types of Financial Aid
  • Student Organizations and Activities
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