doctors or soon to be doctors, what should i get as an undergrad degree to help me get into med school!?
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Biology or Chemistry or a devoted pre-med program as offered by some schools.  Pre-med isn't so much a major as a set of courses recommended by the AMA - it includes general Chemistry, Physics, and Biology, Organic Chemistry, Calculus and higher level electives in chemistry and/or biology, as well as courses in literature and writing.\n\nYou might also consider taking a course in Latin - any number of med students say that it either did help them or that they wish they had taken one.  It's not essential, but given the amount of Latin used in medical terminology, at least being familiar with the language will make studying and your recognition of terms easier.  Some universities offer Latin for Pre-meds or something similar - I think that it's less about grammar and more about vocabulary.
1087240
This is a big misconception. You do not have to major in a science to go to medical school. If interested in medical school, you do have to take a list of science and math classes in undergrad, such as biology, physiology, anatomy, general chemistry, organic chemistry, physics, calculus, to name a few, but it is not required that you earn a degree in a science. I believe it is helpful, because you are already taking the required science classes to fulfill the degree and medical school requirement, so it overlaps, which is a benefit. Also, it gets you in the habit of doing intense study, which you will undoubtedly do in medical school, and it prepares you for the MCAT as well. The sciences and math are a good, solid foundation for medical school. I hope this helps. Good luck!
1097138
unless you want to go somewhere out of the US (e.g. a country like australia or the UK where medicine is an undergraduate-entry program), you go to college and do really well. i mean REALLY well. and well enough that you forget about medicine entirely and just kick some academic butt. and abandon all hope of getting in until it actually seems possible. (as for classes to take, i would recommend swallowing all the organic chem you can get ahold of... major in something hard core like biochemistry or neuroscience, but not biology--everyone does that.) however, if you go outside the US, check your scores--if you've got really amazing numbers, you can enter a 6 year undergrad program in australia.
995151
Ask your school counselor, how you should prepare, academically, to become a pre-med student, and which medical school in Canada you should attend.\n\nBest of luck in your studies.
709710
Couldn't tell from your question if you're a definite on going to med school or not. If you are, then concentrate on the bio -easier for your GPA and you won't use anything from undergrad anyways. But, since you're good at math and chem, you might think about research. You can work toward being a biochemist. Plenty of opportunities in research hospitals. Maybe try some undergrad research and see how you like being in the lab. You won't find that out from the course labs. I'm sure the course curriculum between the two double majors is similar so don't worry about it right now. Get through the introductory courses and decide then. You won't start figuring out what you like until later anyways. Keep your GPA up and things will fall in to place.
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In the U.S. and Canada, you do need an undergraduate degree, though I think there are occassions where individuals went to medical school after their Junior year.\n\nYou can be any major but you need to take the following:\n1 year Chemistry\n1 year Organic Chemistry\n1 year Physics\n1 year Biology\nSome schools require\nMicrobiology\nEnglish\n\nYou need about a 3.5 GPA or better.  Unless you are a minority student, there is little chance of being accepted into medical school with a GPA of less than 3.35.  Most medical schools have special programs for students of color to promote diversity within the profession.\n\nMedical school requires the MCAT admission exam.  It has three section - Biology, Physics, and Verbal.  Getting a 10 or better on each section is very competitive.\n\nGood luck!
875078
There are certain classes that everyone has to take to get into medical school and it is really important to do well in these classes.  Take as much biology, chemistry, and physics as you can.  The more you have in high school, the easier it will be in college.  Most med schools also require that you take calculus.  It doesn't matter what you major in, but you will have to take these courses eventually.
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The best person to get this advice from is an administrator at your college.  Otherwise, you might not end up taking the classes that you will need to go pre-med.  Each institution has different classes that it requires, so it's best to go to a professional so you don't end up wasting money and time taking unnecessary classes.
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Very few schools offer PRE-MED.  Get a degree in biology or any science like that.  Make  good grades.  Takes lots of math. Med school will count your GPA in college, the interview and the PSAT's score. GL and congrats on your surviving cancier.
1037131
Pre-med is a curriculum which gets you ready for the medical field. Your schedule would include things like biology, physics, and lots of math. Good Luck!
317955
You can have pretty much any major that you want. Many colleges will shunt their undergraduates into traditional "premedical" majors such as biology, biochemistry, or chemistry. But medical schools only require a few basic science courses for admission:\nChemistry\nBiology\nOrganic Chemistry\nPhysics\n\nSo, as long as you get in these courses then you can major in anything. The advantage of majoring in science is that it will make it somewhat easier to deal with the science in medical school. The down side is that science is all they teach you in medical school, so that having an undergraduate major in something else gives you some depth, and could even be helpful to you as a pediatrician (for example, a psychology major, or an anthropology major).\n\nSince good grades are so important to getting into medical school, picking a major that you like is really important. SO, be guided by what you like, take the science requirement, and try to be a well-rounded undergraduate student. And, get good grades from the start.
416411
not until you want to be a psychologist\nyou should major in bio if you want to be an MD
257521
The best degree, maybe a PhD?  I think you meant: what field should I get a degree in.  That's a toughy, I would think medicine is a good field.
674165
Pre-med isnt a major. They dont have a pre-med major but all you need to major in, is biology or biochem. Anything that will allow you to get your pre-requisites for med school and allow you to get a degree at the same time. A degree in biology or a double major in biology/chem will give you that. Thats all pre-med is.
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You need to go for a Biology undergrad with emphasis on Vet medicine (slightly different at each school - but they all do about the same).  Then when you've completed your undergrad you can head to Vet Med School and pursue that degree.  It's a long process and very difficult (you will need good grades throughout).  But it can be extremely emotionally rewarding and very lucrative if done well.
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There really isn't a such thing as a "pre-medicine" program anymore. Most medical schools can care less about your major. They are concerned more about GPA, MCAT scores, and what you did in undergrad as far as activities. There are some undergrad programs that are geared more toward preparing you for med school, but if you don't get into med school (most people don't) there isn't very much that you can do with one of these majors. If you are looking at a place to do your undergrad, you may want to look at whether the school has an advisor especially for pre-professional students. I am a premed student and my advisor knows exactly what I need to do to get into med school. Also see if the school has an organization known as Alpha Epsilon Delta. It is a pre-preofessional honor society that has proven to be a good support system for me and allows me to know others in my class.
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Unfortunately, the BS/MD programs are all highly selective. They want top students who are ready to jump in and excell in highly intense courses immediately. If you've had less than a stellar academic experience in high school, regardless of the reason, you would, in all honestly, not be served well by an accelerated BS/MD program. You'd be much better off at a college where you'll be able to reach your full potential academically before going on to medical school. Luckily, there are many such colleges out there - look for a solid science program, good academic advising, support services, and a strong med school placement rate. If you're meant to be a doctor, you'll get there. Good luck.\nCarolyn Lawrence, www.AdmissionsAdvice.com