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Hi. Im a senior in high school and plan to join the U.S Marine Reserve. I was wondering if medical school admissions would like that. Would being a U.S Marine help me alot in my admissions?
Pratik,
While I can't speak for any school on this, I think that time in any branch of the service is generally viewed very positively by an admission committee. The main thing for med school, though, will be grades and the MCAT score.
Have you considered ROTC and the possibility of completing one of the programs that would have the service pay for med school in exchange for several years of service?
Bruce
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Choosing the Right College
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Bruce
Expertise
Choosing a college, college admission processes, admission for homeschoolers, preparing for the college interview, searching for scholarships, Christian colleges & universities, colleges in general.
Experience
22 years in higher education, including eight in admission and financial aid, 15 years interviewing students for admission and places in honors programs, academic advising, transfer counseling.
Education/Credentials
BA psychology. MA Behavioral Science
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