Are you a pre-health student at Penn and wondering about what research you should engage in to be a competitive applicant to health profession schools? Review this resource to identify types of research experiences that you can pursue, how and where to look for opportunities, and when to seek out these roles.
By Doris Tabassum
Doris TabassumAssociate Director, Graduate School Advising
A global experience through Penn Abroad can strengthen and broaden your pre-professional preparation and enrich your academic experience. Check out Penn Abroad’s Global Opportunities: Pre-Health to learn about programs around the world that can develop your cultural competence, knowledge of …
By Carol Hagan
Carol HaganSenior Associate Director, Graduate School Advising
As you start thinking about medical school admissions, you will repeatedly hear that the MCAT is a marathon, not a sprint. This means that the endurance and stamina required to master this exam – physical, mental, and emotional – must be built …
By Doris Tabassum
Doris TabassumAssociate Director, Graduate School Advising
During the Pre-Health Chat: Finding Balance as a Pre-Health Student at Penn, Maya Moore CAS ’20 and Jakub Jarmula CAS ’19 shared reflections on managing competing priorities as pre-health students. Maya, a current medical school applicant, suggested tips for navigating the …