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Applying to med school is an involved process that demands a commitment to detail and deadlines. Our office is here to assist both current students and alumni through the processes of deciding when to apply, completing the application profile and navigating the admissions cycle.

We recommend that you take a to ensure you’re ready both academically and personally before starting your medical school application. If you have decided that a career in medicine is the right fit and it’s the right time to apply, follow our timeline below to stay on track and make yourself the strongest candidate possible.

Fill out the and download the if you are planning to apply for med school in Summer 2025 for matriculation in Fall 2026. We will include you in our communications and provide you with detailed instructions on how to participate in the ֱ process.

Medical School Application Process Timeline

Date Action Item Details

October 4, 2024
Noon - 1:00 PM (PST)

AttendApplicant Kick-Off Meeting

ID: 87315826698
Passcode: 046670

A walk-through of the application process and action plan. Mandatory for all applicants.

November 14, 2024
3:00- 4:00 PM (PST)

Attend"Pre-Health Personal StatementWorkshop" with the Writing Center

for a spot

Draft your applicant profile and personal statement. Mandatory for all applicants.
October - December2024 Schedule Applicant Meeting with Kat Assess your candidacy and develop plans of action.
December2024- February2025 Finalize your list of letter writers and start asking for letters of recommendation due in early July2025 Strategic planning and asking early will give your letter writer sufficient time to produce a comprehensive letter.

March 2025

Deciding Where to Apply

Identify and target medical schools to apply to. Mandatory for all applicants.

April 2025

Personal Statement Write-InSession

(*April is the last month you can take MCAT and send scores in a timely manner for matriculation in 2026)

Essay Review with the Writing Center.Final opportunity to polish your written material.

May 2025

Personal Statement Write-In Session #2

Essay Review with the Writing Center.Final opportunity to polish your written material.

May - June 2025

Application Submissions to MD, DO, and Dental programs. Submit letters of recommendation.

June2025 Attend "Secondary Essay Writing" Workshop Schedule appointments with the Writing Center Faculty Specialists
August2025- February2026 Interview Season and Updates to Schools Schedule a mock medical school interview.
April2026 Commit to medical school
Contact Pre-Health Advising
Hameetman Career Center

Room 109G
1600 Campus Road
Los Angeles, CA 90041