Selecting Schools to Apply to Spring 2018 Know

Selecting Schools to Apply to Spring 2018 Know Thyself Career goals Your skills, experiences, preferences What have been your most inspiring and rewarding activities, experiences, and aspirations?

Location - Geography In-State Public vs Private Metro vs Suburban East Coast, West Coast Major Metro Multiple Schools Overall School Mission

Statement Does the statement match your interests? For Research, Clinical Practice, Teaching, Leadership, Technological Progress, Global Health, Service to Underserved Communities Reputation How important is the schools reputation, prestige, and history to you?

What is the school most known for? How does the school promote and position itself? Special Program Goals Primary Care incentive track Rural Underserved Cutting Edge Technological Innovation Research Administration

Teaching Community-Based Education Competitiveness Number of applicants Academic metrics Holistic admissions Academic Concerns

Teaching techniques emphasis Typical weekly schedule Regular curriculum Electives Faculty advising/mentorship Clinical site training Specialty hospitals

Status of residencies program where you do clinical rotations Its all about the patient! School Demographics Class Size

Track Record: Gender Diversity Unique Curricular Features USMLE Exam Results Residency Placement Results Summary Key Points:

Does school mission match your goals? Does the school teaching methods match your preferred learning style? Access key sites for data: Medical School Admission Requirements (MSAR): www.aamc.org/msar Individual school websites Curriculum Inventory and Reports (CIR): www.aamc.org/initiatives/cir

School metrics