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Which Exams Are Required for Studying MBBS in the USA?

I'm considering pursuing an MBBS in the USA and I'm wondering about the exams I need to take for admission. What are the main standardized tests or other requirements?

a year ago

In the USA, the path to a medical degree (which is an MD, not an MBBS as in some other countries) involves first completing an undergraduate degree, then attending medical school.

For your undergraduate degree, you are generally expected to complete a number of prerequisites in science courses. You don't need to major in a specific field, but many aspiring doctors choose pre-med, biology, or a related field because those majors incorporate the necessary prerequisites.

Admission to an undergraduate program generally involves taking the SAT or ACT, along with the application process for each university, which can include essays, recommendation letters, and an application form.

Once you've completed your undergraduate, the next step is applying to medical school. To apply for medical school in the USA, one of the key requirements is the MCAT (Medical College Admission Test), which measures aptitude in the sciences, critical analysis, and problem-solving.

In addition to a good MCAT score, medical schools in the USA look at your GPA, especially in the prerequisite courses, your personal statement, letters of recommendation (they often want to see something from a science professor and a healthcare provider), and extracurricular activities related to healthcare, like internships, research, or volunteering.

Remember, the path to becoming a doctor in the USA is quite long and involves much more than just a particular set of tests or classes, also requiring substantial dedication and hard work.

a year ago

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