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Strategies For Success

Time Table Calendar

January

• Start studying for MCAT, PCAT, GRE, DAT, etc. either individually or group dynamic.
• Commercial services are available.
• Scholarship application should be done earlier, i.e. December.

February

• Research specific schools for information pertaining to application procedures.
• Buy test practice books.
• Sign up for test trainings.

March

• Register for the spring MCAT (for premeds).
• Order copies of all transcripts sent to you. Review and proofread transcripts and have any errors or omissions corrected. Check that requirements are completed or close to completion.
• Write an autobiography.
• Write a resume and cover letter.
• Make an appointment with Professional & Career Development Services to review your resume/cover letter.

April

• Take the spring MCAT (only Spring MCATS are advised for entering the subsequent year.)
• Write the essay on why you want to enter your chosen career, using your autobiography.
• Begin requests for letters of recommendation.

May

• Go on line for official applications.
• Request all official transcripts sent to AMCAS and non-AMCAS schools (for Premeds).
• Transcript requests must be made to Student Records and Academic Information. Make sure to proofread your official copy first – then order them sent to professional schools.

June/July

• Research financial aid using school websites.
• Apply to schools.
• Register for August MCAT and test preparation. (Note – August MCAT should not be used for subsequent year entry).
• Request scholarship for August test preparation if using commercial service.

August

• Organize application materials.
• Respond to requests by the schools for secondary application materials and for letters of recommendation.

September/October/November/December/January

• Continue to send letters as requested by schools.
• Prepare for interviews. Mock interviewing available through Professional & Career Development Services

*Information provided by Health Career Resource Office, MCD biology department, University of California, Santa Cruz.

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