How to Become a Plastic Surgeon!

Graduate High SchoolCongrats! I hope you were the valedictorian, because you’re going to need a great GPA and stellar SAT / ACT score to get into a good university pre-med program. Don’t forget those extracurriculars because deans love well rounded kids!Off to CollegeTaking the pre-med route or majoring in a hard science is a great idea, but isn’t necessary as long as you complete your med school pre-reqs. And remember, grades are more important than parties! The average GPA of those accepted to med school in 2012 was 3.68. Extracurriculars show your dedication, so try to volunteer or work in a hospital for at least a year.Application TimeBefore you can apply to medical school, you have to take the MCAT. The average MCAT score of those accepted to med school in 2012 was 31.2. Get recommendation letters from former professors and your superiors at any relevant jobs. In 2012, 43.11% of med school applicants were accepted.

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