How to increase chances for getting into a good pre-med school

Hi Friend!

I know its hard to find extracurriculars that dont involve sports or athletics, I have also had trouble with that. I would recommend any type of volunteering (especially if it relates to what you want to do in the future) . For me that looks like babysitting, missions trips, camp counseling, tutoring, and other things with kids, because I want to teach. I think the health honors society is an awesome idea, some other of my ideas include:

Clinical Volunteering (Patient Interaction):

Hospital/Clinic Volunteering: Directly helping in hospitals, nursing homes, or hospices is highly valued.

Red Cross: Participating in blood drives or health campaigns.

Shadowing Physicians: Observing professionals in various specialties (e.g., primary care, surgery) helps confirm interest in the field.

Aim for consistent shadowing rather than one-time visits to build relationships for future letters of recommendation.

Science Research & Academics:

Science Fairs/Competitions: Participating in local or national science fairs.

Research Internships: Seeking summer programs at local universities or hospitals, particularly in biology or medicine.

Health-Related Clubs & Organizations:

HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America): Engaging in health-focused competitions and leadership.

Medical/Biology Clubs: Starting or leading an anatomy, neuroscience, or medical exploration club at school.

Community Service & Leadership:

Non-Clinical Volunteering: Tutoring, working at food banks, or helping in under-served communities demonstrates dedication and empathy.

Leadership Roles: Taking initiative in any organization to show responsibility

Definitely get into volunteer work at your local hospitals. Many people that I know that want to get into the medical field volunteer or work with childrens hospitals over the summers and after school. It can be really hard working during the school year but if you lock in and manage your time well then you got it! Make sure you get some certifications like CPR, and whatever can make you a better candidate for those positions. If your school offers medical based field trips or classes, take those!