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The path to medical school is a marathon, not a sprint — a strong science GPA, a great MCAT, and real clinical and research experience built over years. Here's the roadmap, so you can pace yourself and build a competitive application.
It's a marathon — start the experiences early
A strong science GPA, a great MCAT, and real clinical and research experience are the foundation. Start shadowing, volunteering, and researching early, and don't be afraid to take a gap year to strengthen your application — most applicants do, and it often makes them stronger.
Keep going: weigh a biology degree, learn applying to grad school, and check if it will pay off.