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OUR FREE RESOURCES AID YOUR JOURNEY IN MEDICINE
For Students
For Students
Find tools that make navigating the path to medicine less overwhelming. Whether you need guidance on what to do next or inspiration to keep going, our resources help you stay focused and confident about your future.
Webinar Replay: Hear from Admissions Officers/Advisors on the College Application Process
Join Brown University Professor and College Admissions Advisor Dr. Kachiu Lee, along with College Advisor Laura Baldasare, as they provide insights about the college application process and the steps to applying to medical school. Navigating a career in medicine can be challenging, but with their guidance, your journey will be simplified.
Webinar Replay: The Impact of Extracurricular Activities on College Acceptance
Join Brown University Professor and College Admissions Advisor Dr. Kachiu Lee, as she dives into the pivotal role extracurricular activities play in getting you accepted into college and shaping your journey toward becoming a physician.
Free Virtual Clinical Education
Accumulating shadowing hours is a crucial component of your medical school application, yet it can often be challenging. MedSchoolCoach’s Virtual Shadowing program, created in collaboration with over 20 renowned physicians, provides a unique opportunity to explore various medical specialties. Don’t miss out on this chance to enhance your application and gain valuable insights into the medical field.
The Pre-Med Journey: A Free Guidebook for High School Students
This book provides high school students with a thorough guide to navigating the journey to a career in medicine, covering essential steps from academic preparation to extracurricular involvement. High school students should read it to understand the long and rigorous path to becoming a physician and to gain valuable tips on how to maximize their chances of success at each stage.
Ivy League & BS/MD Admissions Playbook
This expert guide helps families understand the evolving admissions landscape for Ivy League and BS/MD programs. Inside, you'll find clear strategies, updated testing policies, school-specific profiles, and actionable tips to help your student build a compelling academic and extracurricular profile—whether they're pursuing a traditional pre-med path or aiming for a direct medical program.
The Ultimate College Planning Checklist for Future Doctors
From 9th to 12th grade, this free checklist helps high school students stay organized on their path to a medical career. It includes key academic, extracurricular, and application milestones — plus summer ideas, time management tips, and BS/MD guidance — all in one easy-to-follow resource.
'Anatomy of a Future Physician' Poster
Hang this inspirational poster in your locker as a daily reminder of the core skills every future doctor needs — from empathy and teamwork to critical thinking and resilience. Based on AAMC’s pre-med competencies, it’s the perfect guide to keep you focused, motivated, and on track.
'Want to Be a Doctor?' Poster
Hang this poster as a helpful guide when choosing the right college for your premed journey. It highlights seven key factors to consider, from finding your best fit and strong science classes to research opportunities, premed advising, and affordability. This poster will help you stay focused as you plan your path to medical school.
'Medical School Journey' Flyer
Track your path from early high school through college with this step-by-step guide to preparing for medical school. The flyer highlights key milestones, including gaining clinical and research experience, selecting best-fit colleges, completing premed prerequisites, and preparing for the MCAT. Use it to stay organized, on track, and motivated at every stage of your journey.
For Parents
For Parents
Understand the pre-med process so you can better support your child’s goals. These resources give you clarity on what lies ahead and how to guide your student as they move forward.
The Pre-Med Journey: A Free Guidebook for Parents of High School Students
This book by Dr. Renee Marinelli provides a comprehensive overview of what it takes for a student to become a physician, detailing each step from high school through medical school and beyond. Parents should read this book to gain a deeper understanding of the rigorous path their child will undertake, and to learn how they can best support and encourage their child's aspirations in medicine.
For Educators
For Educators
Empower the future physicians in your classroom with resources built to support their goals. Our tools help you advise students more effectively and connect them with opportunities that set them up for success.
The Pre-Med Journey: A Free Guidebook for High School Educators
This guidebook offers a roadmap for high school educators looking to support students aspiring to become physicians. It outlines every major milestone from high school to medical school and beyond — including coursework, exams, extracurriculars, and the BS/MD application process. Educators will find actionable tips for helping students choose the right college, explore clinical and research opportunities, and navigate key decisions at every stage.
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