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How to Get Into Tufts University School of Medicine: Requirements and Strategies

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In addition to the MD program’s courses, you’ll also have to take the MPH program's core courses, 42 semester hours of electives, and concentration courses unique to the MD-MPH track. This will mean hard work to maintain a high GPA and using your time wisely when studying for the MCAT. Average Science GPA: 3.66

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How to Succeed as a Vanderbilt Premed

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Additionally, by taking care of your premed requirements by the end of your junior year, you’ll have plenty of time to concentrate on your extracurricular activities and, more importantly, your med school applications. Having an aptitude for a certain subject isn’t always enough, either.

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How to Get Into the FlexMed Program at Icahn School of Medicine

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Please concentrate on how you will use the flexibility afforded by FlexMed, and not on the FlexMed requirements. Once students have graduated from their undergraduate institution, they’ll join the first-year class at Icahn School of Medicine and will follow the same curriculum as any traditional applicant.

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How to Succeed as a Northwestern Premed

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If you took Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) courses in high school, you may have a jump start on your college career with some introductory course credits earned through the program. But how do you maintain a high GPA through such an ambitious course load? First and foremost, staying organized is key.