These programs go by a variety of names such as early assurance, guaranteed admissions, or BS/MD programs. In summary, they allow for students to gain preliminary acceptance into medical school assuming they meet the individual program’s minimum requirements.

A key component of a successful medical school application is being involved in academic research. Although the thought of researching can seem daunting at first, through the right approaches, being involved in research can be as easy as enrolling in a class.

The road to becoming a doctor is long and difficult but worth it if you’re passionate about what you’re doing.