Medical school requirements will vary from school to school. It typically requires a four-year bachelor's degree, an acceptable score on the Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT), and GPA score. A competitive med school will also take into consideration of other factors like extracurricular activities, volunteer work, personal statement and letters of recommendation.

Pre-Med Requirements:
Students are required to complete some important coursework before applying to medical schools. Since there is no specific major required for admission to med schools, undergraduate students can choose to major in any subject they want. Medical schools will also accept premed students with broad interests and have chosen a non-traditional major.

Average MCAT Scores for Medical Schools:
MCAT score is a significant factor in being accepted to accredited medical schools. It is a computer-based standardized examination for prospective medical school applicants in the United States and Canada. The exam is designed to test knowledge in three substantive areas including the the biological sciences, physical sciences, and verbal reasoning. Students can also take the MCAT test preparation courses to maximize their chances of success.

Apply To Top Medical Schools
There are several medical school application services, such as the AAMC Curriculum Directory; American Medical College Application Service (AMCAS); American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine Application Service (AACOMAS); Texas Medical and Dental Schools Application Service (TMDSAS). The med school application steps include: (1) Take the MCAT, (2) Submit the AAMCAS or AACOMAS Primary Application, (3) Submit secondary applications, (4) Interview, (5) Accept your admissions.

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