What is the premed major? Do some majors look better to the admissions committees than others?
Are there certain majors that will increase your chances of admission? In this video,
we'll answer these common questions and go over medical school acceptance rates by major
to help you decide which major is the best for you.
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that you are interested in. Here's what we are going to cover today: * Medical School Acceptance
Rates by Major * Which Pre-Med Major has
the Highest Chance of Acceptance * Which Pre-Med Majors look the best to admissions committees *
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Medical school acceptance rates by major 1. Physical sciences * Acceptance rate:
47.7% 2. Math and statistics * Acceptance rate: 47.3% 3. Humanities * Acceptance rate: 46.4% 4.
Biological science * Acceptance rate: 40.6% 5. Social sciences * Acceptance rate: 39.8% 6.
Other * Acceptance rate: 38.5% 7. Specialized health sciences * Acceptance
rate: 36.7% Which pre med major has the highest chance of acceptance?
As demonstrated by the medical school acceptance rates by major section,
acceptance rates vary between 36.7% - 47.7%. Specialized health sciences majors have the
lowest acceptance rate while physical science majors have the highest acceptance rate.
Biological science majors are the most popular in terms of both applicants and matriculants,
however, the acceptance rate of these individuals falls somewhere in the middle of the majors.
Interestingly, math and statistics majors are the least common, with only 344 applicants, however,
they have the second-highest acceptance rate of 47.3%. Specialized health science majors also
have the lowest applicant and matriculant MCAT score, which may be part of the reason why those
with this major have the lowest acceptance rate. Matriculants with math and statistics,
physical science and humanities majors scored the highest on the MCAT, with scores of 514.8, 513.1
and 512.9 respectively. The average accepted GPA between majors is close across the board with math
and statistics and physical sciences majors tied with a 3.61. Social science majors have the lowest
mean GPA of 3.52. It's important to remember that the GPA and MCAT scores mentioned above
refer to the mean scores of accepted students. If you choose to major in the physical sciences it
doesn't mean that you have an advantage and are guaranteed admission. Similarly, if you major
in the specialized health sciences, it doesn't mean that you're at a disadvantage and won't get
accepted. You are an individual, with individual scores and experiences. Regardless of your major,
you'll be a competitive applicant if all areas of your application stand out, including your grades,
test scores, extracurriculars for medical school, primary essays,
and medical school secondary essays. Make sure to read over some medical school personal statement
examples to get some inspiration to write your own outstanding statement. If your school requires its
applicants to submit CASPer test scores, make sure to use CASPer sample questions to get
ready for the test. Which pre med majors look the best to admissions committees?
There is a common misconception that biological sciences are the best majors to pick to get
accepted into medical school. This could be in part, due to the popularity of studying biological
sciences. Of the approximate 53,000 applicants that applied to US medical schools last year,
58% majored in biological sciences. Despite the buzz around biological sciences, the truth is that
admissions committees are not interested in which pre-med major you choose. If biological sciences
are of interest to you then great, but if not, don't feel pressured into choosing your
major based on what you think the admissions committee is looking for. Admissions committees
are interested in applicants that have completed the prerequisites for medical school, have strong
grades and test scores, and can demonstrate dedication towards a career in medicine. While
you can still get into medical school with a low GPA, make sure you're aware of medical school
GPA requirements as your GPA and MCAT score will hold a lot of weight in the admissions process,
far more than any major you pick, so those are areas that you should really focus on.
Our blog will tell you what is a good MCAT score so you know what you should be aiming for.
Be sure to use our medical school chance predictor to determine
how your stats compare with the average accepted stats at your favorite medical schools.
Some students believe that they should major in biological sciences because they think
admissions committees favor these individuals. However, according to data from the AAMC,
students with majors outside of the natural sciences have comparable rates of acceptance.
In fact, humanities majors have the third-highest acceptance rate of all
the pre-med major categories represented, even higher than biological sciences majors.
A study published in the Medical Education journal found that medical students with humanities and
social sciences backgrounds performed better in communication and interpersonal skills (CIS) tests
than those with natural science backgrounds, suggesting these individuals may be better at
interacting with patients. The desire to have a diverse medical class with varied educational
backgrounds is becoming more and more popular across medical school admissions. The addition
of the Psychological, Social and Biological Foundations of Behavior section in the new
MCAT also lends to the fact that admissions have changed to become more inclusive. So it's
important to remember that not only is there no requirement when it comes to which major
you choose for medical school, there is also no preference. What is the best pre med major?
As previously discussed, many different majors are represented in medical school,
what's important is that you pick your major based on your interests. If you enjoy doing an activity,
you're a lot more likely to continue the activity, give it your best shot, and in turn, perform well.
The same goes for your pre-med courses. If you love chemistry, you're likely going to invest
the time and effort required to perform well in chemistry-related courses. You want to ensure that
whatever major you choose will keep you engaged and motivated during your undergrad studies.
It's not about choosing what you think the admissions committee wants you to choose,
it's about choosing what you want to do and maximizing your strengths. Now, it's
also important to consider your strengths when choosing a pre-med major. If you love anthropology
but you're not very good at it, it's probably not a good idea to pick this as your major.
Remember, the admissions committee won't be giving out any extra points for choosing certain majors
or difficult courses. Regardless of whether you choose a science or non-science major,
be sure that you take the prerequisites courses, which will vary depending on the school. Some
schools only require math and natural science courses, while others will also require social
sciences and humanities courses. Either way, these courses will be essential for admission,
and will also be important during your preparation for the MCAT. Check out our challenging MCAT CARS
practice blog to help you prepare. Refer to our medical school acceptance rates blog
for admission statistics at every US medical school so you can work on maximizing your GPA
and MCAT score in advance to ensure you will be a competitive applicant. Expert Opinion
As you can see, your choices during undergraduate study will affect your acceptance rate. HOWEVER,
most majors in the math, physical sciences, and humanities have similar results. Your experiences
and properly preparing for admissions tests are extremely important. Check out our blog to learn
more about pre-med majors. I have included a link in the description of this video so
you can find the blog easily. If you would like us to help you get into medical school,
please visit bemomedschool.com to schedule a free initial consultation.
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