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The journey to becoming a physician is challenging, but the positive impact you make on the lives of your patients and the health of your community ca not be underestimated. An osteopathic physician takes patient care a step further and is committed to understanding each patient’s situation holistically, and finding the best possible care solutions. When applying to our program, it’s important that you have a strong desire to become an osteopathic physician and are excited to embody the tenets of osteopathic philosophy in your medical practice.

We require specific undergraduate coursework, MCAT scores, and GPAs. We also consider your achievements and personal qualities when evaluating each application. For more detail on what you will need for your application and academic requirements see our application requirements and technical standards .

We accept applications on a rolling basis. The AACOMAS application opens in early May. The deadline to submit an AACOMAS application is the following March 1.

How to Apply

To apply to the DO program, submit your application through the centralized application system at Choose DO .

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If you need help with your application, see the AACOMAS Applicant Help Center or contact AACOMAS Customer Service:  [email protected]  

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Choosing a Campus

You will have the option in the application to apply to a specific campus - Harlem, NY, Middletown, NY, or Great Falls, MT. If you do not select a campus to which you are applying, and select ‘no preference’ TouroCOM will assign a campus to you. You can only interview at one TouroCOM campus.

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Economically disadvantaged students may qualify for an AACOMAS application fee waiver. If a student applies to AACOMAS and is approved for the fee waiver, we will honor that approved waiver for the TouroCOM secondary application fee. You can learn more about how to apply for an AACOMAS fee waiver on the Choose DO website.

Transfer Students

If you’re interested in transferring to TouroCOM, you must be enrolled in a COCA or LCME accredited medical school and in good standing at your prior institution. See our Transfer Students page for more details on how to apply as a transfer student and specific admissions requirements.

COVID-19 Temporary Admissions Adjustments

In conjunction with AACOM’s COVID-19 admissions recommendations, Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine will be temporarily adjusting its admissions requirements for the 2023-2024 admissions cycle as follows:

• All interviews during the 2023-2024 admissions cycle will be conducted remotely.
• Pass/ Satisfactory Grading - TouroCOM will accept “pass/satisfactory” grading for coursework, including pre-requisite coursework fulfillment, for the Spring 2020, Summer 2020, and Fall 2020 semesters in the context of your entire academic history. Letter grading is highly encouraged when available.
• Online Coursework – Although TouroCOM places high value on the in-person classroom experience, we will accept all online coursework.
• A letter from a non-physician supervisor who has observed your interactions with patients.
• A letter from a DO or MD who has supervised you in a lab or professional setting and can talk about your professionalism and your interactions with other staff members.

Please note, virtual encounters will be accepted.

• Health Care and/ or Extracurricular Experience Hours - TouroCOM does not have a set requirement for experience hours. However, you should be able to explain how your experiences are relevant to your understanding of what the clinical environment is like.

Secondary Application and Admissions Interview

The Admissions Office will contact select qualified applicants with an invitation to complete a secondary application. See our Application Requirements section for more details.

Once we have received the secondary application, the Admissions Office will contact select candidates to schedule an interview. Submission of a secondary application is not a guarantee that an applicant will be interviewed.

The Interview Process

We invite selected applicants to participate in an informational presentation and a formal interview. Campus visits and interviews are conducted on a rolling basis from October through May.

When touring a campus, an Admissions representative will lead a tour of the medical school facilities, and provide some historical background about TouroCOM and our parent institution, Touro University.  We will also provide details about the surrounding community, and available housing.

During the interview, candidates will meet with several faculty members. Faculty members will have full access to an applicant’s record during the interview. Interviewers’ feedback is considered alongside an applicant’s academic credentials and experiences. An interview does not guarantee acceptance.

Acceptance to TouroCOM

The Admissions Committee submits their final recommendations for acceptance to the Dean of the College, who reserves the authority to approve all applications. We usually notify candidates of our decisions within two months of the formal interview, and make every effort to notify waitlisted candidates as soon as possible.

Citizenship Requirement

Individuals who have met all application requirements and permanently reside in the United States at the time of application, are permitted to apply and matriculate at TouroCOM. Currently, TouroCOM does not consider DACA or international students.

Eligibility for Federal Financial Aid is limited to US Citizens and US Permanent Residents. Additional information may be viewed by visiting the Eligibility Requirements on the Financial Aid page.

Foreign Transcripts & Evaluation

All post-secondary transcripts must be sent to AACOMAS, regardless of where the course was taken. For foreign transcripts AACOMAS only accepts foreign transcript evaluations , not the actual foreign transcript. The evaluation and review of any post-high school credits received from foreign institutions must be conducted by an AACOMAS-approved evaluation service. For a list of approved evaluation services, visit the AACOMAS Applicant Help Center .

Contact Our Admissions Office

Our admissions team is available to answer your questions about the admissions and interview process. If you have specific questions about the online application process, be sure to contact AACOMAS.

Email [email protected] or fill out the request information form .

Harlem Admissions and Student Services 230 West 125th Street, Rooms 434-436 New York, NY 10027 Phone: (212) 851-1199 Fax: (212) 851-1183

Middletown Admissions and Student Services 60 Prospect Avenue 1st Floor Student Services Middletown, NY 10940 Phone: (845) 648-1111 Fax: (845) 648-1018

Great Falls Admissions 2801 18th Avenue South Great Falls, Montana 59405 Phone: (406) 401-8101

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Tips for Visiting Med Schools: Your To-Do List for a Successful Visit

This article is part of a series of tips about visiting medical schools . In this post you’ll learn that one of the best ways you can set yourself apart as an applicant is to visit as many medical schools as you can before and during the application process.

If possible, you should plan on visiting the medical schools in your state, ideally your top choices. When it comes time to write your secondary essays , actually having visited the campuses will make it easier for you to demonstrate your interest in the schools. Introduce yourself to the students, staff, and faculty. Get to know them. Learn as much as you can during the campus tour. I recommend contacting the Admissions Offices of the schools when you are planning your visit so that you can schedule a tour of the school. Also, check the school’s website for information about pre-health or premed fairs that they may host annually.

When visiting a campus:

1. Introduce yourself by your first and last name.

While this may seem obvious, so many students become shy when introducing themselves and forget to mention their last names. It can be intimidating to be face to face with the people who may one day be reviewing your application. If possible, say your first and last name as many times as you can politely work it into the conversation. It takes about three times, on average, for us to say, see, or hear something before we remember it. Or tell a funny story about your name. We learn through stories. Make an impression. There will be more on this topic in the next post in this series.

2. Bring an updated copy of your resume or CV and/or a business card.

This approach is an especially good idea if you have already submitted your AMCAS application. On the business card, have a professional photo with your AMCAS ID, name, and contact information. If you make a good impression, an admissions committee member is likely to look up your application after meeting you since they have your AMCAS ID readily available. Be proactive and make it easy for admissions officers to advocate for you.

3. Ask questions.

Give yourself permission to be as curious as possible. That being said, make sure you do your homework before visiting the school – it doesn’t make a great impression to ask questions that are answered clearly in several places on the website! It can be helpful to prepare a list of questions that you have. Ask thoughtful questions that demonstrate your knowledge of their school. While you can learn a lot from the website, there is nothing like an actual visit to the school to give you the best idea of what they can offer you as a student. If possible, ask to talk to a current student or to attend a class.

4. Take notes.

Since you will hopefully visit more than one school, make it easy on yourself and take detailed notes, if not during your visit, then right after. Future you – the one who actually has to sit down and write those secondary essays – will be so grateful that you did. The more detailed your notes, the better. They will help jog your memory. This information will make your visit worth your while.

5. Stay in touch with the people you meet.

Send thank you notes or emails to each person you meet. If you make a genuine connection, follow up. Keep the conversation going. Update the person with your progress. Let them know once you have submitted your application. Be genuine in your interactions. It’s often best to begin and end each note or interaction with gratitude.

The best advice that I can give you as you prepare to apply or begin the application process is to make time to visit medical schools, even if you can only visit the schools nearest you. Having this personal contact with the school will elevate the quality of your secondary application essays – and make them easier to write. Plus, you may have the added benefit of falling in love with one or more of the schools you visit. When you are exhausted midway through the application process, this source of additional motivation or inspiration may help you win the day! Visit as many schools as you can, taking careful note of what you most appreciate about each individual campus.

Do you need help creating an application that will help you stand out from the thousands of other medical school applicants? We’re here to help! Check out our Admissions Consulting Services for more information.

Related Resources:

• The Ultimate Guide to Medical School Interview Success • Secondary Strategy: Why Do You Want to Go Here? • What I Look for When I Interview a Candidate for Medical School

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Traveling Before Medical School—Decisions, Options, and Travel Strategies

• By Med School Insiders
• July 25, 2022
• Breaks , Lifestyle , Self-improvement , Wellbeing

Traveling before medical school provides an ideal option for students who want to explore more of the world, learn about different cultures, donate time abroad, or gain lifelong memories.

Becoming a doctor is a long and arduous journey, beginning with four years of medical school and followed by at least another four years of residency. While it is still possible to take time off or to travel in small doses in the summer, you won’t have the same chunk of time available to you for many years.

Whether you’re still considering travel or in the midst of making travel decisions, this guide will provide strategies and resources for making smart travel decisions. We’ll discuss the benefits of traveling before medical school, travel options, and how to successfully plan memorable experiences.

The Benefits of Traveling Before Medical School

Traveling presents a number of skill building opportunities that you will be able to use and continue building upon throughout your life. You’ll also gain a clearer understanding of people and cultures that are different from your own, which is an invaluable asset to have as someone who will be working with diverse people and communities.

And medical schools will take note of this too. School and residency programs are looking for globally-conscious prospective doctors who will enhance the diversity of their program.

In addition to these benefits, travel can create long-lasting memories and experiences you will cherish forever. You may even be able to speak about some of these unique experiences in future applications, essays, and interviews.

Travel benefits at a glance:

• Gain a better understanding of people, cultures, and viewpoints different from your own.
• Become a more well-rounded person.
• Build practical life skills.
• Practice real-world problem solving.
• Create lasting memories you will always carry with you.
• Pursue a passion outside of school and medicine.
• Experience more of the world to become a better conversationalist.
• Gain topics and experiences you can use for future applications, essays, and interviews.
• Practice your networking and social skills.
• Make new connections and, in some cases, lifelong friends.

How to Make Travel (or Gap Year) Decisions

Decision making is tough, and as a premed or medical student, you’ve already had to make a few big, life changing decisions, including deciding to become a doctor , which major to pursue , and what schools you want to apply to .

The big decisions won’t stop there. What will you do with your summers in between medical school? What specialty will you pursue ? What residency programs will you apply to?

And the main question for today: What will you do with your time before medical school?

Traveling before medical school could occur between your final year of college and when you begin medical school in September. Or you may decide to pursue travel as part of a gap year before medical school.

If you’re struggling to make a big decision, you’re not alone, but at some point, you do have to take the plunge and decide one way or another.

The most important strategy for effective decision making is putting in the time to do your research. Spending ample time in the research phase will set you up for success and give you the tools you need to make the decision that’s best for you.

Go beyond simple Google searches and dig deeper by asking people you know who have been in a similar situation to yours. Reach out to other students, ask questions online, and go that extra mile to collect the information that will aid your decision making.

For example, we have a full guide that covers the pros and cons of taking a gap year if that’s a decision you’re struggling to make. Should I Take a Gap Year Before Medical School? Pros and Cons .

Another effective decision making strategy is to take some time away from the important decision. Give your brain a break to reflect and reset by meditating, exercising, spending time with friends or family, or working on a hobby you enjoy. Afterward, you can come back to the decision again to see if anything has changed. Has time away made you lean in a different direction? Do you have a new perspective now that you’ve been away from the problem?

Utilizing decision making strategies will help you make informed decisions you can feel good about for years to come. Read our 7 Strategies for Better Decision Making .

Travel Options and Ideas

Think you want to travel but aren’t sure what the right option is for you? Next, we’ll share some ideas that may pique your travel interest.

Donate Your Time Abroad

Donating your time abroad provides multiple benefits. You’ll get to experience a new part of the world while also adding to your philanthropic resume. Giving back to communities in need is looked at fondly by admissions committees, schools, and medical institutions. After all, it’s people and communities that you will be serving once you become a practicing doctor.

Another benefit to this type of travel is that it won’t cost you nearly as much as other types of adventures. Depending on the program, you may have a portion of your travel expenses paid for since you are donating your time. If you do need to pay for transportation and accommodation, these costs are generally lower than other touristy travel options.

Go Somewhere You’ve Always Dreamed Of

Is there a part of the world you’ve always dreamed of exploring? Are there specific countries you have on your bucket list? Did you see an exotic location in a movie once and think, “I have to go there one day?”

Life will continue passing by whether you pursue your dreams or not. And as an aspiring doctor, the next chunk of your life is going to breeze by pretty quickly. By the time you complete medical school and residency, you will be a new person with new dreams, goals, and desires. Plus, the career you begin as a doctor may not allow you to take time off to travel for quite some time.

If there’s somewhere you truly want to explore, before medical school begins is an ideal time in your life to do so. Take time to deeply consider what you value most in life and whether or not a specific travel experience will be something you will always regret not following through on.

Complete a Backpacking Adventure

For some people, choosing just one place to explore is too limiting. If you have a long list of must-see places, consider a backpacking adventure in which you jump from one city to another every few days or weeks.

The obvious location for a trip like this is Western or Eastern Europe since these countries are easy to travel between and aren’t placed too far apart. You can easily get from one country to another on an afternoon train or overnight bus, but keep in mind this type of trip will keep you on your toes the entire time. You’ll need to be careful about how much you pack, problem solve on the move, and organize many types of transportation and accommodation along the way.

You aren’t limited to Europe for this type of travel. Sections of Asia and Central America also have clusters of countries close together, making it easy to jump from one to the next.

Discover Your Cultural Roots

How connected are you to your personal ancestry? Do you have distant relatives or even close relatives that live in another country or city? Discovering or rediscovering your roots can help you feel closer to your family and where you come from.

This type of travel may help you solidify your own identity, or it may be an ideal chance to catch up with relatives you don’t see much or have never even met in person.

Visiting people who actually live in the city you are exploring will give you an inside look at what life is like there beyond the tourist attractions.

Go On a Road Trip

Do you want to travel but are tight on cash? With all of the costs of applying and going to medical school, it’s no surprise that many premeds don’t have additional means for long trips before school begins.

A road trip is an in-between option that won’t cost you as much while providing a much-needed escape. You’ll be able to spend time exploring unseen corners of the world, even if those corners may be a few to a few hundred miles away.

Pull out a map and put in some time researching to determine what’s within driving distance of your current location. If you’re headed to medical school in another state, a road trip may serve the dual purpose of providing an adventure while transporting you to the location you need to end up in September.

Strategies for Successful and Memorable Experiences

1 | take time to research.

Traveling anywhere requires lots and lots of research. Put in the time to better understand what it’s like to travel to and in all of the countries you are considering. Look online for travel advice for the specific locations you hope to visit and reach out to people who have completed similar trips before.

Even the simplest overlooked detail can completely derail your trip. You need to have a clear understanding of the local weather, how busy the location is, the costs of getting there, the type of bugs and wildlife in the area, the currency currently in use, how much it is to exchange your money, whether or not you can get by with the languages you know, how or if you’ll be able to use your phone, and if you have to pack adapters in order to plug in your devices. The list goes on, which is why it’s so important to take time to research the places you want to visit.

For example, there may be a specific tourist attraction you absolutely want to see, but maybe it’s closed or must be booked in advance at the time you’ll be there. Or you may arrive at a destination only to find out it’s 20 degrees hotter or colder than what you packed for.

Ample research and planning in advance will set you up for success, and it will ensure you actually know what you are getting yourself into.

2 | Learn Language Basics

In many, many countries, you can get by speaking English, but whatever country you visit, it helps to know a few basics of the local language.

At the very least, ensure you know how to say please and thank you. If you have any specific dietary restrictions or medical needs, ensure you know how to communicate those in the local language as well.

As you prepare for your trip, use free tools like Duolingo or other online courses to familiarize yourself with the basics. It’s also a good idea to download a translation app on your phone in case you get into a communication bind.

3 | You Don’t Have to Pack Everything

Believe it or not, soap, shampoo, moisturizer, and toothpaste are all available in other countries. You don’t need to fret about packing absolutely everything you’ll need for your trip. Unless you’re going to a very remote location and not staying at a hotel, you’ll be able to find any of the basics you need once you get there.

Prioritize packing any specialty medications, skincare, or cosmetics that you know you can’t live without—the rest you will be able to find. Plus, not packing so much will reduce the weight of your luggage, which is often a hidden cost when booking your plane ticket.

4 | Understand the Laws and Courtesies of the Country

Read up on the laws of the countries you are visiting before you go. Is drinking alcohol allowed in public areas? What substances are legal? Are there any curfews or dangers of being out late at night?

In addition to the hard laws, what common courtesies should be abided by in that country? What common actions could be perceived as rude or inconsiderate? What are the policies around leaving tips? What services do you typically tip for, and at what percentage?

Understanding the laws and courtesies of the places you visit will ensure you have a safe, enjoyable travel experience, and you may even make some friends in the process.

5 | Get Outside of Your Comfort Zone

Traveling is about exploring the world—seeing and doing things you can’t do from the comfort of your home. Try to take this opportunity to get outside of your comfort zone.

Depending on your own comfort zone, this could mean trying a food you’ve never tried before, shopping in a local market, or trying scuba diving for the first time.

No matter how nice your hotel room or Airbnb may be, ensure you take the time to step outside and actually explore the place you are visiting. Aside from being an incredibly rewarding experience for you, many of the stories you collect could be useful during future applications, interviews, and essays.

Pave Your Ideal Medical School Path

The decision to travel before medical school is a personal one. Don’t feel like you have to travel just because you have the time available. While traveling is incredibly rewarding and builds your character, problem solving skills, and understanding of other perspectives, it’s not for everyone.

The best thing you can do for yourself is complete plenty of research to better understand what the experience will be like. Reach out to others who have had similar experiences and put in the time to understand what you will be getting yourself into. At the same time, no travel experience is perfect. It will be difficult at times, and there may be road bumps along the way, but it’s all part of the experience. The variety of challenges you face is why people learn so much from traveling.

Not sure what the ideal path is for you? Do you have questions about what to do with your time before medical school? Med School Insiders offers one-on-one advising that pairs you with a physician advisor who best fits your specific needs. We can answer your questions about medical school applications, what to do with the time between your studies, how to transition into your first year of medical school, and, down the road, how to choose and apply to residency. It’s our goal to help you create a future that aligns with your vision.

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What Can You Do With a Medical Degree?

If you don't want to be a doctor who treats patients, options range from research and writing to consulting and counseling.

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Doctors in the pharmaceutical research field may work for pharmaceutical companies, research organizations or regulatory agencies in medicine discovery, development and licensing.

Key Takeaways

• There are options aside from being a doctor who treats patients.
• An alternative career may require additional training or education.
• Medical schools prefer to admit students who will practice medicine.

After graduating with a medical degree, most doctors complete a full three-year residency training program. While it's possible for medical school graduates to earn a general medical license after completing a single postgraduate year and passing all three steps of the United States Medical Licensing Examination, clinical opportunities are extremely limited for those who don't complete residency and become board-certified.

Most doctors go on to become traditional clinicians, examining, diagnosing and treating patients.

For those who want to treat patients, the long list of medical and surgical specialties includes pediatrics, internal medicine, radiology, psychiatry, oncology, emergency medicine, anesthesiology, general surgery, plastic and maxillofacial surgery, ophthalmology and orthopedics.

Because a medical degree represents enormous financial and personal sacrifice, and pursuing a clinical career means years of rigorous training beyond medical school, most physicians expect to stay in clinical practice for decades. And while almost two-thirds of doctors say they’d still choose the profession if they had their career to do over, according to a 2023 survey by The Physicians Foundation, life as a clinician is not for everyone.

Dr. Steve Liggett, vice dean for research at the Morsani College of Medicine at the University of South Florida and associate vice president for research at USF Health, is a doctor who isn't in clinical practice. As a professor of internal medicine and of molecular pharmacology and physiology, he focuses on research and leads the USF Health Office of Research.

“To succeed in the nonclinical space is going to take additional training,” he says. “It's not really feasible, for example, to be a molecular biologist – which is what I am – and not having had any molecular biology training.”

Here are some careers you can pursue as a doctor, including some that don't require completing residency or additional training.

Pharmaceutical Research

Liggett says he sees doctors who have completed their clinical training move on, after just a few years of practice, to work in early clinical trials and drug development in the pharmaceutical industry.

"They really love it. They don't see as many patients, but they're really involved at the cutting edge of what's going to be the next generation of drugs that are going to come out, often in their specialty,” he says, “and so that is one of the more common paths that I've seen.”

Doctors in this field may work for pharmaceutical companies, research organizations or regulatory agencies in medicine discovery, development and licensing. Potential roles include medical adviser or medical science liaison officer, medical reviewer, clinical research physician, pharmacovigilance (drug safety) practitioner and medical affairs specialist.

Health care consulting is a common path for medical school graduates who move into a nonclinical career, says Dr. Daniel Clinchot, vice dean for education at the Ohio State University College of Medicine and a professor at Ohio State's Wexner Medical Center .

They may consult for corporations or insurance companies, he says, or use their knowledge of clinical care to help doctors and clinical health care facilities improve their business and management practices.

Other consulting roles include being an adviser to a medical startup company, working with a market research company, educating physicians on equipment or technology, or giving input on the operations of a hospital or health care system.

Teaching and Clinical Education

Medical schools rely on doctors who can teach for clinical rotations, where third- and fourth-year students learn from preceptors – and experts say schools across the U.S. are struggling to find them. Clinchot says most med schools prefer to hire teachers who have some clinical experience in addition to a medical degree.

Liggett says doctors who choose teaching typically provide didactic instruction for first- and second-year medical students, or bedside teaching with small groups.

"Medical schools are taking that very seriously and want full-time teachers," Liggett says, "and an M.D. could certainly do that.”

Public Health

Public health deals with population-level health problems, including causes, prevention and intervention.

“Some people get a master's in public health " after graduating from medical school, Liggett says, "and then they're able to be more of an epidemiologist and look at national trends, analyze data across states or across zip codes to try to understand environmental basis of disease or the way communicable diseases might be passed, for example.”

But there are public health roles for doctors beyond epidemiology. According to PublicHealth.org, physicians who transition to work in public health "may still provide individual clinical care, but they also devote more of their time to developing public health programs and initiatives. Their credentials as medical doctors uniquely qualify them to advise and author public health initiatives and provide community-wide medical advice and education."

Medical Writing

Medical writers communicate complex scientific and clinical data to diverse audiences. The field includes scientific writers, technical writers , regulatory writers, promotional writers, health care marketers and health care journalists, according to the American Medical Writers Association.

Per AMWA, there's growing demand for medical writers to produce continuing medical education materials, health care policy documents, scientific and medical journal articles , abstracts for medical conferences, magazine and newspaper articles, medical books, advertising materials, regulatory documents including U.S. Food and Drug Administration submissions, white papers and decision aids for patients.

Other Careers for Doctors

• Clinical informatics specialist
• Genetic counselor
• Forensic specialist
• Policy adviser
• Grant writer
• Health care benefits adviser

Choosing a Path

While there are many alternate careers for doctors who want to move away from clinical care, Clinchot says medical schools aim to admit students who will ultimately practice medicine – in part because the U.S. faces a serious doctor shortage that's expected to worsen as medical students and doctors struggle with debilitating stress, burnout and disruptive changes in health care practice.

The Association of American Medical Colleges estimates the U.S. could face a shortage of up to 86,000 doctors by 2036, and according to a June 2023 survey by Merritt Hawkins for The Physicians Foundation, 28% of doctors who responded said they would like to retire within the next year – up from 21% in 2022.

“Our entire curriculum and our career counseling is all geared towards clinical careers, so we don't even have a track within the M.D. program for nonclinical-related careers,” Clinchot says. “We have several tracks (including a track) for research that's a clinician scientist, so you're doing both clinical work and research. We don't have a track for students that just all they want to do is nonclinical work.”

Clinchot says most students – even those who choose not to complete a three-year residency – don’t stop at earning their medical degree.

“Most will go on for at least one year," he says, "because the one year of additional training after your M.D. degree gives you an ability to get a license to practice medicine."

That extra year is worth it for most, Clinchot says, since they've already devoted several years to medical school.

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2. Moscow Medical Academy

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26. Moscow State University of Railway Engineering

27. Moscow Polytech

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Moscow has the largest car-sharing park in the world with more than 15 000 cars waiting for you to be rented for any amount of time, starting from 1 minute. Cars can usually be left almost anywhere within MKAD and in Moscow airports. City parking is also free for those cars. To be able to rent a car, you should register yourself in an app of the company providing the service. There are more than 15 car-sharing operators in Moscow, here are the market leaders:

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Hertz, Europcar, Sixt and Avis have offices in three of four Moscow airports ( Sheremetyevo ,  Domodedovo and Vnukovo ). Budget has no offices in Russia. It is always cheaper to rent a car using company local site, not the international one. For a night pick up you should contact local rent office a few days upon arrival.

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• On the off-city highways – 110 kmph.
• Some highways around Moscow have 130 kmph limit (marked with green signs).
• The minimum age to drive a car is 18 (16 for motorcycles, 20 for buses).
• Wearing of seat belts is mandatory in both front and back seats.
• Speaking on a mobile phone or even holding it in a hand while driving is a serious offence.
• Turning right at a red light is not allowed when there is no special green arrow traffic light.
• It is illegal for children under the age of 12 to travel in the front seat.
• Dipped headlights must be used during the day.
• It is illegal to drive a car with mud on the license plates.

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While driving in Russia every driver is required to have the following set of documents:

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• Driving license (if you plan to stay in Moscow for more than 6 months, your national license will not be enough, you have to obtain Russian license).
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• Vehicle insurance (green or purple paper or its digital copy).
• A power of Attorney (only for rented cars).

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Traffic police officers can stop every car just to check the documents. Every road inspector must introduce himself pointing his title and last name.

The cameras can record not only speeding but other minor violations as well. Driving along the bus lanes, driving in the oncoming lane, incorrect parking or even driving without a full stop where there’s a stop sign – all those violations are in their competence. Numerous traffic cameras are installed in all city regions along every major road. The detailed list of cameras and places of their location is presented on this site . After the camera registered a violation, the appropriate fine is sent to the owner of the car by post and must be paid for a one-month term (there’s a 50% discount if you pay within 2 weeks). For serious violations (Russia has a zero tolerance policy on drinking and driving), the driving license can be confiscated by a court.

All the fines should be paid only at the bank or via internet, so never give any money (or bank cards) to the road inspectors.

Moscow parking rules

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Moscow has paid parking in the city center, within the Garden Ring. There are several parking zones and also special fares for specific streets. Parking within the Boulevard Ring may cost up to 380 roubles (€4) per hour, 50 roubles (€1) for the first hour and 150 roubles (€2) for every next hour within the Garden Ring and 60 rubles (€1) per hour within the TTK ring.

How to pay:

• SMS to 7757 (Russian SIM-cards only).
• Moscow Parking Portal
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• Parking ATM (mostly with credit cards only).
• Monthly or annual parking ticket. The parking ticket holder can use city parking spaces daily without payment during the chosen period (month or year).

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Moscow has a very hard traffic situation. To avoid long traffic jams use Yandex.Maps service. It offers reliable live traffic map (apps are available for iOS , Android  and  Windows Phone ) with online navigation. Offline Moscow map is available. It is the most popular and up to date service. Yandex can show and search latin-written street names.

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A foreigner, temporarily staying in Russia can drive with an International Driving Permit (IDP) or national driving license, translated into Russian and notarized. Foreigners that are going to stay in Russia for more than six months must obtain a Russian driving license. To apply for a Russian driving license, you must provide the following documents:

• Passport and valid Russian visa and legally certified copy.
• The document confirming a place of continuous or temporary registration.
• Medical certificate (available from any major health clinic).
• National driving license, legally certified copy and translation.
• Photo of 4х6 cm.
• The receipt confirming payment of the state duty.
• Application for passing the examination.
• The receipt on examination payment.

If your national driving license is still valid, you will only have to pass a general driving test. If your license has expired, you must also pass a practical driving exam to get the Russian license. However, to do so, you must speak fluent Russian: the theoretical and practical instruction is conducted only in Russian. If you want to get your first driving license in Russia, you should also go to a local driving school, pass a medical test, have about two months of theoretical and practical driving instruction, and pass state driving exams.

Moscow gas stations

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We suggest you to fill up at good gas stations nets, such as Lukoil, BP, Rosneft, Shell, Gazpromneft or TNK. Gas stations are particularly can be met outside the Garden Ring. The price of petrol in Russia is still significantly lower than in Europe.

Winter driving in Moscow

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Driving in Moscow in winter could be a difficult thing, especially if you are not used to such weather conditions. During the winter period, remember to keep in your car a good snow brush and an anti-frost windshield washer fluid. Before winter arrives, have your car protected with winter tires. Studded tires are allowed and highly recommended outside of Moscow. It is better to change tires in advance – in autumn, and not to wait until the first snow. Otherwise, you run the risk of spending a lot of time in queues to service stations. Do not hurry to change winter tires in spring; it is better to wait until April.

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Graduates must hold at least an upper second class honours (2:1 Hons degree) or equivalent. Chemistry to at least B grade in Scottish Higher or B grade in GCE A-Level examinations is required also, although this requirement may be satisfied in individual cases by appropriate courses of study and achievement during the first degree.

A levels - AAA including Chemistry and one from Biology, Maths or Physics, and one other subject

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36 points. Three subjects at Higher level at grade 6 or higher including Chemistry and one of either Biology, Physics or Maths. Three appropriate subjects at standard level with average grade 6 including one science if three not offered at Higher level.

GCSE Grade 6 passes in English Language and Maths are required. Biology is recommended; Physics is recommended (or Dual Award Science) A combination of Grade 6-9 passes at GCSE is expected, especially in science subjects.

National 5s: English and Maths are required (Grade B minimum); Biology and Physics are recommended but not compulsory (Grade B minimum). A combination of Grade A & B passes at Standard Grade / National 5 is expected, especially in science subjects.

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Number of applicants per interview: Home: 3

Number of applicants per place:  Home: 15

Minimum 2:1 honours degree awarded within the last five years. The degree must be in a biological, biomedical, chemistry or health science subject.

AAA at A Level taken within two academic years prior to the time of application, to include Chemistry or Biology and one of either Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. For the third A Level*, please note that we do not accept General Studies and Critical Thinking. For Biology, Chemistry and Physics A Levels, we require a pass in the practical element. Applicants who meet the criteria of our Widening Access to Medicine Scheme are eligible for a lower entry requirement of ABB.

Advanced Highers: ABB from Scottish Advanced Highers with grades AB to come from Biology and/or Chemistry and another science subject.

Highers: AAAAA at Higher Grade including Biology and/or Chemistry and another science subject. We also require National 5 Grade B or above or GCSE grade B (5) or above in English Language, two science subjects and Maths.

A minimum of 36 points is accepted. 666 at Higher Level in Biology and/or Chemistry plus one other science and including Mathematics or English.

GCSEs: A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade A*-B (9-6) required including English Language, Maths and two science subjects. Scottish Nationals: Grade 5 or above in English Language, two science subjects and Maths.

We currently accept any QAA accredited Access to Higher Education Diploma (Medicine) qualification.

We do not weight the personal statement in the selection process, but applicants should be prepared to discuss or use aspects of the statement at interview.

It is desirable for applicants to have undertaken work experience in the healthcare sector, whether that be shadowing, volunteering, paid-work or observing.

Applicants who meet the criteria of our Widening Access to Medicine Scheme will, if successful at interview, be eligible to receive an offer based on grades ABB rather than the usual AAA grades. See website for details .

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For graduate applicants, normally a minimum of an upper second class Honours degree (2:1) in any discipline plus three A Levels at grades ABB to include Chemistry and Biology with either at grade A. The university degree must be from a recognised UK or UK ENIC approved university. In addition, applicants will normally be required to have the same GCSE requirements as other applicants.

A Level: A*AA which must include Chemistry and Biology (including passing the practical elements). Scottish Advanced Highers: AAA to include Chemistry and Biology.

Normally applicants are required to have a minimum of six grade 6 (B) at GCSEs, or equivalent for international qualifications. Compulsory subjects are Maths, English Language, Chemistry, Biology or Double Science.

37 overall where applicants must have  7,6,6 at Higher Level consisting of 7 in Chemistry or Biology, 6 in Chemistry or Biology and 6 in another subject and the remaining from Standard Level subjects and Core.

All personal statements are read but not scored or used in ranking of applicants.

Multiple Mini Interviews

We do not require applicants to have healthcare related work experience but do expect them to have some exposure to a work place. Clinical work experience is not a requirement to apply for this course however, applicants are expected to have knowledge of studying and practising medicine.

In keeping with our vision of being a socially inclusive medical school, we aim to offer up to 40 per cent of our UK places to students who meet specified widening participation criteria.  See website for details.

Bangor Universit y,  North Wales Medical School

Bmbs medicine (a100).

Last updated: September 2023

If you are a graduate applicant, you must have or be working towards a 2:1 (Hons) in your degree and have BBB/ABC at A-level (or equivalent), including subject requirements and meet the minimum GCSE requirements (or equivalent qualifications). If you have completed an MSc / PhD, the minimum A-Level requirement is BBC and all other criteria listed for graduates must be met.  

A Levels - AAA required. This must include Biology and an additional science from the list below:  

• Chemistry  
• Economics  
• Maths / Further Maths / Statistics  

You will need to pass the science practical element of the A-Level if this is part of your programme of study.  

Other non-standard subjects may not be accepted.

36 overall (excluding Theory of Knowledge and the Extended Essay) including 19 at Higher Level. Must include grade 6 in Biology and Chemistry. Grade 7 in SL Biology or Chemistry can be taken in place of Higher Level Biology or Chemistry if you also have grade 6 in HL Maths, Physics or Statistics.  

• English Language or Welsh Language at grade B/6 and, 
• Double Science at grades BB/66 (or grades B/6 in both Biology and Chemistry) and,  
• Maths grade B/6 and,  
• Five other GCSEs at grade B/6  

You must demonstrate an awareness of the healthcare system in the UK and the nature of the medical training in your personal statement. If you are a first language Welsh speaker then please make this clear within your personal statement.  

You must achieve UCAT prior to submitting your application. You must sit the UCAT in the year of application. We do not have a minimum threshold score; however, we will use UCAT scores as part of our selection process.  

Should you be selected, you will be invited to attend an interview. We use the multiple mini interview (MMI) format, which is a series of short, carefully timed interview stations that you will rotate around in turn. All applicants must attend for interview if invited.

No specific requirements.

A contextual offer of AAB may be made to Welsh speaking students or those who meet our  contextual offer requirements , which for the purpose of application to Medicine must also include having gained a Welsh Language (first language) GCSE qualification.

University of Birmingham School of Medicine

Mbchb medicine and surgery (a100).

Last updated: July 2023

Number of applicants per interview: Home: 2.2 | International: 5.35

Number of applicants per place:  Home: 8.4 | International: 21.9

Achieved or predicted first or upper second class degree in any subject from a recognised institution. We expect that no more than five years will have elapsed between the most significant and relevant qualification and the start date of the course. If more than five years have elapsed since your degree, then your work since your degree will be considered.

The standard offer is A*AA at A-Level, including Biology/Human Biology and Chemistry. Applicants must be predicted a minimum of AAA. Contextual applicants may receive an alternative offer of AAA  and those on a recognised widening-participation programme may receive an offer of ABB.

A total of seven GCSEs must be offered, and these will be used to calculate an applicant score (see website for details). The required subjects are: English Language at grade 6/B or higher (English Literature is not required but is one of the identified subjects that we will score); Mathematics (or one of Methods in Mathematics and Applications of Mathematics) at grade 6/B or higher; and Biology and Chemistry or dual award science at grade 6/B or higher.

Higher level: 7,6,6 from Chemistry and Biology and one other approved subject. A minimum of 32 points must be attained.

The personal statement is not scored but sufficient evidence of commitment to medicine must be described.

Relevant work experience (including voluntary roles and shadowing opportunities) can offer great insight of the complexities, demands and strategies of current healthcare practice and the benefits they obtain from caring for people and working in teams. However, we recognise that arranging, undertaking and effective reflection on face-to-face experiences requires a great deal of time and effort, and may not have been possible during the recent pandemic disruptions, so it is not mandatory.

Students who successfully complete a Pathways to Birmingham programme and apply to the University of Birmingham will receive special consideration from admissions tutors. For Year 12 programmes (e.g. Routes to the Profession), this includes the offer of a guaranteed place at interview.

If their application is successful, they will receive two offers from the University of Birmingham - the standard offer and a Pathways to Birmingham offer. The Pathways to Birmingham offer is currently three grades below the standard offer, as advertised in the prospectus (so currently ABB at A level). Students may also be eligible to receive the Pathways to Birmingham financial support. Birmingham Medical School is also part of the UKWPMED collaboration, offering recognition of the partner institutions' own widening-participation programmes.

This course offers contextual admissions. An application score is comprised of various elements including a contextual score based  on school attended and POLAR4 quintile.  The medical school considers the following contextual measures: 

• School's GCSE performance
• School's A level performance
• Care experienced

Brighton and Sussex Medical School

Bm bs medicine (a100).

2:1, in a science degree with GCSE Maths & English at grade 6 (B) and BBB at A level to include Biology and Chemistry.

A Level: AAA - Biology, Chemistry and one other (AAB with CD)

Scottish Highers: AAA to include Biology and Chemistry. Or pass Advanced Higher Biology and Chemistry with grades A with at least grades A in two additional Higher Subjects. English and Maths requirements: grades B or above in National 5s English and Maths.

36 points including Biology and Chemistry at Higher level at grade 6. 

We require all applicants, without contextual data, to have obtained at least a grade 6/B in English (Language or Literature) and Maths GCSEs. For applicants with contextual data, we will accept English (Language or Literature) and Maths GCSEs at a grade 5/C. Please note we do not take any other GSCEs into consideration during our admissions process.

Scottish National 5s - English and Maths at grade B or above, or grade C for applicants meeting BSMS's contextual admissions criteria.

BSMS accepts the following Access to HE qualifications:

• East Sussex College Access to Medicine and Dentistry Diploma
• City and Islington Medicine & Medical Bio Sciences – Access to HE Diploma
• College of West Anglia Access to Medicine and Dentistry
• Distance Learning Centre's online Access to HE Diploma in Medicine

The personal statement is not used in any part of the selection process.

Multiple mini-interviews 

Not required but must have suitable understanding of medicine.

University of Bristol Medical School

2:1 in first degree with ABB at A Level including A in Chemistry and B in one of Biology, Physics or Mathematics (or in equivalent level 3 qualifications). Any degree subject is accepted if applicants meet the above level 3 requirements.

AAA at A level including A in Chemistry and A in one of Biology, Physics or Maths.

AA at SQA Advanced Higher including A in Chemistry and A in one of Biology, Physics or Maths with with AAAAB in Scottish Highers.

36 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 6, 6 at Higher Level in Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics or Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations)

Advanced numeracy requirement (7 or A in GCSE Mathematics or equivalent) and Standard literacy requirement (4 or C in GCSE English or equivalent).

Life Science, Medicine or Science. Must include a minimum of 15 level 3 credits in Chemistry and 15 level 3 credits in one of Biology, Physics or Mathematics.

We no longer use the personal statement as a weighted component of our selection criteria.

Multiple mini-interviews (online)

While not a requirement for the course, we encourage applicants to obtain a minimum of two weeks’ work experience. This enables the applicant to gain some insight into their potential vocation. Applicants may be asked to reflect on their work experience at interview.

This course offers contextual admissions. For applicants that are eligible for contextual admissions, this may result in a reduced predicted grade requirement for interview and a reduced academic grade offer (e.g. A levels, IB, Highers).

Brunel Medical School Currently only open to international students. It is our aim to open our admission to home (UK) students at the earliest opportunity.

Medicine mbbs (a100).

Upper second-class degree or equivalent in a subject relevant to Medicine. Applicants presenting university degree qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

AAB at A-Level to include Chemistry or Biology and a second science (chemistry, biology, physics) or maths and a third subject (not general studies) or international equivalent.

At least Grade B (5) in Maths and Grade C (4) in English Language or equivalent qualification.

36 points (including Theory of Knowledge and Extended Essay) and must include Higher Level 6 in either Chemistry or Biology and Higher Level 5 in Mathematics or in a second science (Chemistry, Biology, Physics).

The personal statement will be used as part of the selection process for the MBBS programme. The personal statement should be 750 words, please refer to our website to review what we are looking for.

Multiple Mini Interviews (Virtual)

Work experience, with dates: this should include a caring or service role, such as paid employment for a healthcare organisation, volunteering for a community organisation or caring for a family member. Focus on what you have gained from these activities in terms of your personal development and insights into a caring profession.

University of Buckingham Medical School AWAITING 2024 ENTRY UPDATES

Mb chb medicine (71a8).

Last updated: June 2022

For applicants offering a degree – they should have a Bachelor degree in a subject cognate to Medicine, and have or be predicted a minimum classification of 2.1.

ABB at A level including Chemistry and Biology.

BBB at Advanced Highers to include Chemistry and Biology.

In the specific case of the International Baccalaureate, they should be expected to achieve or to have achieved a total score of at least 34 points with Higher Level 6 in Chemistry & Biology. Please note that the overall point score does not include theory of knowledge or extended essay.

The medical school may consider all the information provided within a candidates application including academic qualifications, personal statement and references before a final decision is made to interview or offer a place on the course.

Multiple mini-interviews.

Not considered.

The University of Buckingham is a not-for-profit educational charity that receives no government subsidies. More information on fees. Please note the application deadline for this course is 31 August of each year. This course is 4.5 years and the term starts in January 2021.

University of Cambridge School of Clinical Medicine

Mb bchir medicine (a100).

Number of applicants per interview: Home: - |   International: -

Number of applicants per place: Home: 6 |   International: 20

Typical offers are A*A*A at A level, or A1A1A2 in Scottish Advanced Highers. On entry, applicants must have A level passes in Chemistry and at least one of Biology, Physics, Maths (two required by some colleges). Please note that the success rate for students offering three or more Science/Maths A levels has often been higher than for those without.

40–42 points, with 7,7,6 at Higher Level. On entry, applicants must have Higher Chemistry and at least one of Higher Biology, Physics, Maths (two required by some Colleges).

Personal statement is reviewed prior to interview but not scored.

Panel interview/s (usually two interviews lasting 25–30 minutes at one College).

To develop understanding of what a career in medicine involves and suitability for your intended profession, candidates are strongly advised (though not required) to undertake some relevant work experience (either paid or voluntary) in a health or related area. The medical school is not prescriptive about how this is obtained and recognises the widely differing opportunities available.

Contextual data is considered within the admissions process; relevant applications receive contextual flags based on individual, socio-economic and educational disadvantage. This information is fully considered as part of a holistic admissions process to aid in the fair assessment of applicants, but does not result in systematic lower grade offers. The university delivers a Medicine Summer School with the Sutton Trust, alongside a number of other subject-specific outreach interventions.

See website for more details.

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Updated Biden administration rules will soon affect students across US: What to know

Students and school employees across America will be impacted in the fall by new changes to a rule that affects all federally-funded schools.

Practically, it's a sweeping update to how schools will have to handle sex discrimination and abuse cases. Politically, it's a part of a power struggle between the Trump and Biden administrations.

What's new? The Biden administration released a new set of rules this week overhauling the Trump administration's Title IX rules – which gave more rights to alleged perpetrators of sexual assault and harassment. The new rules also stipulate further protections for LGBTQ+ students as well as parenting and pregnant students.

What is Title IX? Title IX is a civil rights law that bans sex discrimination against students, employees and others at public schools, colleges and universities that receive federal funding.

What were some of the old rules? For cases of sexual assault, they stipulated that schools only had to investigate claims that met a certain threshold of sex discrimination and were made through a formal reporting process. It also raised the bar of proof for sexual misconduct on college campuses. They prohibited investigations of cases that occurred off campus.

Why does the change matter? Critics argued the Trump-era rules prevented people accused of sexual harassment, assault or discrimination from facing repercussions. Supporters contended the rules rightly strengthened due-process protections for accused students or faculty members.

Biden's new Title IX rules will affect people on the nation's school campuses starting in August.

What happened this week?

The Biden administration's new set of guidance overhauls Trump-era rules that in part narrowed which and how schools could investigate sex discrimination cases. President Joe Biden in his 2020 presidential campaign vowed to overturn the changes made under Education Secretary Betsy DeVos.

The new rules expand the definition of sexual assault and harassment. That means schools could investigate more cases of discrimination, abuse or harassment filed by people on school campuses under the scope of the law.

College student survivors will no longer be required to attend live hearings or go through cross examinations. And people will be given the right to "prompt and equitable grievance procedures," the rule reads.

LGBTQ+ students will be guaranteed protection under the law if they are discriminated against for their gender identity or sexual orientation.

Pregnant and parenting students who might receive unwanted sexual attention, shame or punishment at schools will also be granted more protections from sex discrimination in the admissions process and on campus.

“These final regulations build on the legacy of Title IX by clarifying that all our nation’s students can access schools that are safe, welcoming, and respect their rights," said U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona.

Who is impacted by the changes to Title IX?

The rule changes have a wide range of effects on students, among the most notable examples:

• Sexual assault survivors : The new rules will have sweeping effects on survivors of sexual misconduct and those accused of crimes. Among the changes: The definition of sexual assault will be expanded in K-12 schools and colleges.
• LGBTQ+ students : Biden's Title IX update stipulates protections from sex discrimination based gender identity for the first time.
• Pregnant and parenting students : The new regulations extend the definition of "sex-based harassment" to include pregnant people on campuses.

Ruling on transgender student participation in sports remains unsettled

The Biden administration did not rule on whether transgender and nonbinary students can participate on the sports teams that align with their gender.

The administration released a proposed rule in April 2023 that said schools and colleges largely could not ban nonbinary and transgender students from sports teams in the new Title IX rules.

Contact Kayla Jimenez at [email protected] .  Follow her on X at @kaylajjimenez.