PRE-MED 101: THE BASICS | COLLEGE MAJOR, GPA, MCAT, PERSONAL STATEMENT, GAP YEARS & MORE
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For my friends interested in #premed & the health professions, check out my official premedical mentorship program, Rising Stars! ✨🌟🎉 Rising Stars aims to provide individuals with proper personalized support and guidance to navigate the journey to medical school. With good #mentorship, students can avoid common pitfalls and obstacles and set themselves up for success. The road to medical school is a long journey, but it does NOT have to be a tough one.
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I am Julia Carter, a fourth-year #medicalstudent at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. On my channel, I will highlight my journey through medical school and life and provide resources and information that may be useful to you. Check out my website and blog posts at thejuliacarter.com!
Im 28 and just decided to apply to college and become a doctor, this video is amazing. Keep it up!
YESSSSS girl! It is never too late. You got this!💛💛💛
I’m 27 and I’m thinking about becoming a pediatrician but I was thinking I was too old but your video just inspire me thank you so much love 💕
@@shanoradickerson1059 let’s do it!!!! 😍
I’m 30 and thinking about med school! Love to see non traditional students!
I’m about to turn 30, and I was a teen mom. I’m going to go to college as a 30 year old freshman. Got my sights set on med school.
I am 23 years old and was thinking I was too old to try medical school, but I really enjoyed reading these reviews. Thank you very much.
My pleasure! Good luck on your journey, Dafne 😊
same, I'm 23 years old premed
@@umutbulut7805 This is amazing! It's a good news to know that you're also fighting for medicine. Don't give up 💪
@@dafnefreitas2443 thank you. This is something I have always wanted to do. Currently struggling with college classes but I will not give up. How many semmesters have you already done?
23 is normal. However, after 25 you have to consider potential time-cost opportunity
I’m entering my second semester of undergrad at 28 years old. I was pre-nursing but I’ve always wanted to become a Anesthesiologist. Decided to major in microbiology because it’s fascinating to me. Your very inspirational! 💜💜💜
goodluck to you
A lot of people have been talking me it’s impossible for me as a minority and as a student who didn’t do good their freshmen year of highschool but my teacher has told me she sees something so bright in me that I can’t see and she can’t see me doing anything different and neither can I this video was pretty inspirational and motivating for me 😁
Go for it, Leticia! If you want it, make it happen, girl. You got this ❤️
WOW!!! This was so informative and interesting to listen to. You’re such a great speaker that knows word for word. I’m a freshman in college as of right now majoring in Biology BS. I definitely wrote a few things down to do for this year and the following. Thanks for the guidance and I hope you yourself is killing it in the world right now!
Great job Julia! I'm not in the medical field, but love being able to support you! These will be FANTASTIC videos for students. You are amazing!!
Thank you so much, Matt! I appreciate the support.
I’m a senior in high school I’m also the oldest and first generation in my family I’m so confused on what to do because I have no help from my family I want to become a surgeon and my dream medical school is UCSF I know it will be hard but I just hope I can make it
You will, just believe you’re able to do it!
Nani, you will absolutely make it! Set goals for yourself and work to start reaching them. Being first generation, a lot of things you will learn along the way, and yes, there will be obstacles, but you can overcome them.
You are already off to a good start by watching videos like these on CZcams and trying to make your dreams happen! I have faith in you 💛💛
100%!
@@thejuliacarter thank you 😭😭
Just don't forget to take your SATs while you're in senior year.
high school senior, 18 years old. I would love to see more videos on medical school and how you got where you are. love your videos, please keep making them. xoxo
Thank you so much, Ashley! :)
thank you so much for this video ! i'm a high school senior and just committed to a university and highly considering pre-med. this helped me immensely with my decisions !!
I’m so confused on what to do with my life. I’m just watching a bunch of career stuff and came across this. Very useful and I might end up actually do this 😌
We all go through it! Let me know if you have any questions, Aubrey.
Thank you so much for these tips and for taking the time to share all of this with us!!!! It means so much and really does make an impact.
I love your videos! Gives so many people motivation and encouragement. Thank you!
Thank you so much, Saron ❤️
This is absolutely amazing seeing a WOC so passionate about helping others get to the place you are. I’m a high school student and my goal is to become an Emergency Medicine Physician! Love the video❤️
Thank you so much, Nyahariel 💛💛 I'm here for yall! And that is amazing! I can't wait to see you become an amazing ER doc. You got this!!
@@thejuliacarter thank youuuu☺️
senior in high school here!
thank you for making this video! im also a first gen like you and i found this helpful.
I'm so glad to hear that 💛
Great information! Things have definitely changed since I went through the process!
The process is always evolving!
I'm going into college to do pre-med next year and your videos are a godsend!
Thanks Aliyaa girl 💛💛 Good luck to you! Let me know if you have any questions or if there is any videos you would like to see from me to help you in any way
this video is so helpful!! Thank you!
thank you so much for this! look forward to your content. currently a sophomore in high school and aspire to be a surgeon or an anesthesiologist
Thank you so much! Welcome to the fam ☺️
@@thejuliacarter aww thank you! glad to have joined hehe 😌
ty! i’m very passionate about learning about how to become a doctor! i wanted to have everything set for my future as I am 13 years old! i’m confident i’ll become a surgeon so i’ll be back once I achieve great things :)
You are going to be great, Genesis! ❤️🤗
It is awesome that you already know what you want to do so early. Don’t let anyone discourage you from what you want. If you are 100% sure you want to be a doctor you can do it in less time by applying to a BS/MD or BA/MD school. It will allow you to get your biology AND Medical degree in just 6 years
The foundation! 💯⚕️🙌✨thank you for this video!
You're so welcome!
This was rlly helpful thankyou sm. Congratulations wow! Youre incredibly impressive. Im first gen college student in USA college so im very confused!
I'd be curious to know more about your experiences as a black woman in the medical field if that's ever something you feel comfortable talking about! (A fellow black girl interested in going on the pre-med track)
Hi Julia! I’m going to be a freshman in college this fall. I’m majoring in Integrative Neuroscience on the pre med track. I really liked this video, and I’m excited to see your upcoming ones. :)
Hi Hope! Thank you so much for watching my video :D My new video is dropping in about 15 minutes, and it is all about how to secure a 4.0 GPA in college. Check it out! I wish you the best of luck, and whatever you need, always feel free to reach out and let me know! I look forward to following your journey & seeing you flourish ❤️
Thanks a lot...good wishes for you....
Thank you very much! 😊
This is great.
please post more !
Thank you, Abram! I’ll try 🤗🤗🤗 The way my time is set upppp... 😩😂
@@thejuliacarter Your welcome ! :) and thank you for continuing to post videos. Do you have an instagram ?
Good video, thanks for the info !
You are very welcome! Thanks for watching 🙏🏽
just subscribed! i’m a junior in high school and i’d like to go into premed. thanks for the info❤️
Welcome to the fam ❤️
Love your makeup 😍
Thank you ❤️
God bless you! I’m a first generation too.
💗 💗
Thank you for this
Really great and helpful video!! How did you go through the process of shadowing a doctor? How far out from med school did you shadow? How did you choose who to shadow?
Awesome video. I'm a premed currently studying at Rutgers University(undergrad). I came across this video and was wondering if you could do a video talking about the pros and cons of specifically the Rutgers NJMS program. This is one of the schools that I am looking at applying to along with some others.
Raj, thank you for watching! Great recommendation. I will put it on the list and definitely get something uploaded soon 🙌🏽
Hey raj I'm interested !!can you dm me?
Hey, Thank you so much for this, I am also a first generation who is going to graduate high school and I really appreciate you sharing this with me. I am really interested into the medical field and I am new to this. I’m currently studying to become a Medical assistant and I’m not sure where to go and what to do in college or university for pre med.
hey love! I loved this video! I’m a senior in high school & I have to register for my college classes but not sure what classes to take since I am taking the pre-med track. How did your freshman year of college classes looked like? Would love some advice. Thank you!
You need to talk to your advisor. Normal you take general chemistry and biology first year. But you should be talking to your advisor not CZcams
Hey, I'm a Freshman in high school. Just watching this video so I can get what's going to be ahead of me. I hope I can do it! Thanks for the video :). I was wondering if you can do a series of things we can study in order to be set off on the right foot.
Thank you so much for watching! I can definitely do a video on things to study and steps to take early on in the journey to get you off on the right foot. Good idea! 👏🏽🙏🏽
@@thejuliacarter I’m a sophomore in high school and I have no clue where to start and I want to go to UC Berkeley but it has such a low acceptance rate and then medical schools are even lower..I’m scaring myself!!
First gen and spent one year in a Agriculture major to realize it’s not for me. The school I currently attend if isn’t very poc friendly thought I’m sure there’s some good people there, but the disrespect form others and people who even look like me is too much. Im highly thinking about transferring to a school that’s more diverse, closer to home and changing my major to pre med. My gpa isn’t that great, but I will check out that gpa video!
Hi! I’m a highschool student going pre med in anesthesiology. Through highschool I’ve been super good with getting my homework in but with my senior year I’ve noticed extreme senioritize. I’m not sure if this is because of covid and everything we’ve had to deal with or what, but I scared going into such a major major and not ending up being prepared for cracking down on myself, how do I manage time? Like getting up early? How do I study and stay focused on studying? Does pre med school take all your time? Do you have time to hangout with friends, attend parties? Because I want to experience life through my young years but have a future for myself.
I think i will be going to community college for 2 years and then translate to an university. I'm not sure what major to study
I’m 22 years old. I’m currently a pre nursing major but I’m considering pre medicine because that’s what I’ve always wanted to do. I’m meeting with my professor tomorrow to get advice from her.
Finding good advisors and mentors will serve you well!
Hi Julia! This was such a great and informational video. I am currently going to enter my last year of high school and I am watching so many videos to get a feel of what to do in my undergrad years. Thank you for this video !
Nerline, thank you so much for your comments! 💛 I wish you much success on your journey 😊
Glad there is a video on this, not a fan of the 5 min intro but after that the tips were great
Glad you liked it!
Start time 5:10
Hi
New subscriber ❤️ I really love your videos , so amazing and helpful .im 17 and I want to go into medical school in the future 💖. I was just wondering at what age students get into (pre med) ? 20? and at what age do they begin medical school ?24?.i would love to know how old are you ?
Keep on doing your thing 🌸.you are amazing and beautiful ❤️❤️
im really passionate about going to med school and becoming a pathologist but im really shy and I HATE IT, i always turn red/sweat when ppl talk to me and it’s something i can’t control :((
Hello, from Pittsburgh, Pa!
I am a junior is HS and currently looking into my options. My goal is to become an ophthalmologist.
Pre med path w English major (possibly) lol
I’m sooo glad I clicked on your video. I’m looking to transitioning into medicine and hoping to get into premed. I have my BA in Psych already and wished I would’ve started medicine first but 🤷🏽♀️. I’ve been working in the ID/DD field since I was 20. I also have no medical/ health personnel in my family so it’s kind of nerve wrecking to get into this new world. Thanks for this video!
Of course! Welcome, and I am glad you enjoyed 💛
If you have an interest in pursuing medicine, go for it!
you should make a podcast
Jordan here in LA interested looking into what i can look into.
How many hours did you study a day
Hi, I begin college this Fall. I want to become a doctor and soon apply to med school, I’m taking a bachelors in health science. Is health science a good major to become a doctor?
How many years does pre-med program stays for??
Hi! I am from Chile and I want to go to study medicine in the United States, I was wondering if courses can be shortened? for example, take more credits one year and instead of doing it in 4 years the bachelor degree can do it in two, and the medical school in 3 I know it's extreme but I feel like it's too many years
You’re so inspiring! It’s just I don’t know how I’ll be able to afford med school. My mom only makes like 11k a year and my gpa isn’t great. I got into a lot of colleges but I’m just worried how I’ll do and how I’ll pay it. I think I can get though bachelors. I plan on doing a biology major on premed track but I have to keep a 3.0 gpa to stay in the premed program. I don’t know how to study and I procrastinate. I’m extremely interested in the human body so I think I’ll do well in that part. I just hope I work as hard and I can get a full ride for med school.
It’s called a loan
And there is no such thing as a “full-ride” for medical school. Everyone comes out with debt.
Metaphysics
False.
@@thejuliacarter where can you get a scholarship in medical school?
I’m 20 and just decided to apply to community college, what major do I need to become a doctor?
Do I have to be extremely smart to be able to get into these programs and do well in these schools?
Idk if I’m the only one who feels this way, but I feel like I’m not cut out to become a doctor but I want to be a doctor and I’m just in a place where I’m wondering if I should or shouldn’t apply for med school
Yeeaaah that's me too and I have no clue what I'm doing.
@@aurorg7297 this is me rn
you control who you are and who you become as a person. if you feel like becoming a doctor is right for you, give it your all and watch your hard work pay off. i wish you all the best
Exactly as Daniel said! YOU control your fate. Reach for the stars, and do not be afraid to pursue your passions and what you really want in life. You absolutely ARE cut out to be whatever you want.
I will always advocate for following your heart and dreams, Basetsane! If a doctor is what you truly want to be, then let's make it happen. Don't get discouraged. There is a light at the end of the tunnel and people who are more than willing to guide you on the process. Let me know if you have any questions or wanna chat!
I am a biochem major and premed and I'm not sure if i should change my major to Biology if i should just keep it the same. I just want to make sure i'm prepared for med school and the MCAT
MY advice: general Biology is the "easier" route that is more broad, not as intensive as biochemistry, and will prepare you for the MCAT.
Biochemistry is more difficult, however, I think students who majored in it had an easier time with the MCAT because they had a much more thorough understanding of the fundamentals.
Either option will get you there, it just depends how much coursework that you think you can handle and whether you want to put the work in NOW (biochem) vs LATER (MCAT studying) for solidifying those MCAT concepts.
Hi, sorry for disturbing, but I wanted to ask. What grade did you get for all the pre-requisites? I am a pre-med, my major is Biology. Conversions are killing me. I am so scared. I don’t want to fail. I would love to be a pediatrician
I am majoring in healthcare administration, graduation is on January 2023, should I apply to medical school or should I pursue my masters degree first? Is healthcare administration bachelors of science a good premed major to get into medical school and do I still need to complete prerequisites for medical school? Where do I take these ...at community college or another place?
Hey can you tell me the duration of pre med .... I am a Canadian citizen currently done with class 12 in India ....I want more to know if carribean school Is a good option since one of my dad's friend adviced us not to take carribean med school n instead go to Canada n start with the pre med
I’m 34 and I’m bad at math but I want to be a dermatologist. It feels overwhelming though.
Hey I just switched from nursing to premed.
Congrats! I wish you the very best of luck 😊
I want to attend Southern University a&m College in Louisiana. I know it’s not big on medicine but I would really like to go there. Do you think I’ll have a chance of getting into medical school if I go to Southern and study pre-med? I plan on getting my masters right after my 4 years at a university in Texas maybe Texas a&m, Baylor, rice, UT, etc. Thank you for the video as well❤️Very informative. I hope you answer😩
Medical schools don’t care what school you went to for undergrad they care about what you did while you were in undergrad like grades, mcat scores, extracurriculars, etc
How long is pre med?
I look up to you omg
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My career path has kind of been all over the place. I have an Associates Degree in Theatre Performance. For the past few years, I've wanted to join the police. Recently though, I got out of an abusive relationship. He was a police officer and a USMC vet. He suffered from severe PTSD from war and eventually snapped and pointed his gun at me and later held me hostage in our home. This probably would have been prevented if he had taken care of himself and gotten the help he desperately needed. He's a felon now and the courts are forcing him to get treatment because he wouldn't do it on his own. Because of this, I'm thinking of becoming a psychiatrist who specializes in PTSD working with combat veterans and first responders. I thought about just being a therapist before but sometimes talking isn't enough and people need medicine, like my ex did.
I really want to be a doctor but I am not good in science or math especially physics I don't know what to do with my life
Your desire to care for and cure the ill and disabled should always surpass your fears and anxieties. The only person stopping you is you.
It ain’t cheap to be going to medical school. Besides the tuition, how do you fare paying the rent each month, especially if it’s in NYC or LAX? They’re like around $2,500+ each month. I feel like med students contributes the most to our US economy, borrowing and lending $250,000 and that’s just from one person. Who pays for YOUR rent and boarding and food and car payments?
Hi Jen! I pay for all of my expenses. I have another video where I talk about getting a full-tuition scholarship to medical school - so that helps significantly with paying for the expensive cost of my education. I use my stipend, my work-study income, and loans to pay for my cost of living and other expenses. My rent is not that high because I live in NJ, and I have roommates. So it's all about budgeting and trying to not take on any ADDITIONAL debt.
Thank you so much! I wanted to know if I could major in business and complete the prerequisites for medical school at the same time? Like take the courses the medical school is asking for but at the same time specialize myself in something else. Would that work?
I believe you can. Pre-Med is not a major, there’s just requirements in order to apply for Medical School along with volunteering, internships, and MCAT scores, letters of recommendations, etc.
You have to complete a B.A majoring in whatever.
Keep in mind that there are medical schools that like certain B.A majors than others.
Contact an advisor or counselor to know 100%.
I have a question, I am a senior in high school, wants to be a surgeon, is joining a nursing program good for me, will I be able to go to medical with that, and of course I will have to pass my MCA but I need help😰😰😰😰
I’d recommend majoring in a science like biology or biomedical sciences chem or a pre med program. Joining a nursing program won’t fully prepare you for medical school and the mcat.
So after graduating college you can apply to other med scoops even if it’s not your school’s? Sorry I’m a bit confused I’m first generation college.
Yes you can! Most students apply to 16-20 schools in-state and out of state
Absolutely! Because of medical school being so competitive, you should actually apply to multiple schools (schools you would actually want to attend) to increase your chances.
I fail my first semester in college and I just want to die 😔🔫 I am in pre med and too embarrassed of my grade.😭😭
Its okay just keep pushing my first semester of college was really tough but I overcame by not giving up.Just keep going tou can do it.
@@blessedbarbie2551 thank you, I really needed that. 🙏i hope you’re doing well💜
Hi! I’m a senior in high school wondering which should I choose nursing or pre-med? I looked into pre-med but biochemistry, Physics, and chemistry aren’t my top best. Could I go into nursing on a pre-med track?? I need advice one this please 😔
i literally have the same question 🥲
Definitely! I know a few nursing pre-meds
Hello!!! I'm from Mexico (Baja Califronia). I wan't to study Medicine in the USA. (I'm 16 years old)
HI Ariana! :)
I want to be in the medical field but Im still trying to figure out exactly what..
I always liked being in hospitals
There are so many options! Explore them to see what you like, and go from there :)
@@thejuliacarter ah ok thank you for answering and yes I wil
Hi . I am 18 right now and from india . I decided to go to USA for pre med .Will studying in a state university in usa affect my MD
Nope
She starts around 4:45
Will i be able to get accepted with a 3.6 gpa?
Hi i had a question i wish u could answer:)
Does the high school you go affect and matter for the college?and which high school did u go
Hi Emetis! Which high school you go to doesn’t matter AS MUCH as your SAT score. Of course, there are prestigious high schools that have a well-known reputation and are highly favored, however, as long as your grades and scores are good, you will be able to get into a good college!
I went to Hazleton Area High School in Pennsylvania.
@@thejuliacarter thank you very much!my decision for highschool was ao fast and unexpectedly this month that i couldnt send my application to some school because of the deadline!but i found a school that i think I’ll get into the name is BMHS from amerigo company..is that a good school? Can i get into good colleges if i get a good grade in them?
Hi if you're comfortable how long did it take you to graduate with your bachelor's degree? I'm planning on taking psychology major on a pre med track and it is giving me the jitters to have too many classes/credits bc of the pre med requierments
Hi Julie! It took me 4 years to get my undergraduate degree. Psychology is a great choice ☺️
@@thejuliacarter ah thankyou!!! So it *is* possible!! You've been so helpful and have definitely calmed my jitters! Congrats on all you've achieved! You are definitely an idol!
Thank you so much! Hopefully you find some helpful info here on my channel 🙌🏽
Can you be my mentor?
myth of meritocracy... heard of it?
I have not! Is that a book?
bruhhhh you talk a lot just get to the point lmaaaao 😭
Feel free to exit stage left.
It would be nice if you got to the point and not beat around the bush
I do not mean this in a rude way I'm just not getting the point of this video because you are going in a round and about way
Thanks for the feedback! This was my first ever YT video. You can continue watching the video for the free value provided or move on to another channel. Thanks!
@@thejuliacarter No problem and I really hope you are not offended by my choice of words. It was just getting confusing and I'm sure it took you a lot of effort but just try to be more straightforward in your videos and focus on the subject matter so that people get the point easily emphasis on "easily"
And success on your journey of being a doctor
she isn't going in a round about way at all what
@@aesha8689
Well I'm happy for you that you could understand her clearly
But I couldn't that's why I just brought it to her notice
too much of useless talking
Thanks for the feedback, Chirag!
I’m 23, and found out I was pregnant. I’m kinda dismayed in my journey towards becoming a doctor but I love your videos! I also follow you on Instagram and I think you have a tik tok? I want to become a Neonatologist and I’m super excited but I’m not confident in my transcript whatsoever…I made the decision to switch majors. Though, law offered me a bunch of opportunities it was really just boring to me.