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  • I get a lot of questions from students asking me,  

  • what premed major will maximize my chances of  getting into medical school?” Here’s my response.

  • First, at most colleges, there is no such thing  as a “premed major.” You can technically choose  

  • whatever major you like, so long as you  complete the medical school prerequisites.

  • The only difference is that some make  the process less complicated than others.

  • If your top priority is getting  into medical school, I recommend  

  • you pursue a major in biological scienceparticularly one that is of interest to you.

  • The requirements for your major will overlap  nicely with your medical school prerequisites,  

  • minimizing the number of classes you need to take.

  • That being said, there are students who still  would rather pursue something else. If you  

  • have a burning interest in political science, for  instance, don’t be afraid to follow that passion.

  • There may be less overlap between medical school  prerequisites and your major requirements,  

  • but some medical schools might actually  prefer your unique background and interests.

  • Whatever major you choose though,  

  • it’s crucial that you take the time to  hone your work ethic and study strategies.

  • Medical school is the toughest,  

  • most rigorous schooling in the world  - make sure youre prepared for it.

  • Check out the full video for the specific details.

I get a lot of questions from students asking me,  

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