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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]The extra year isn't just about classes, it's about studying for MCAT which can only be done after taking the missing courses and also fulfilling large amounts of hours of research, clinical and volunteer hours. Presumably an Ivy student is also interested in top med schools which also makes all of this even more critical to be top notch.[/quote]

Are there guidelines for how many research, clinical and volunteer hours an applicant should have, and what kinds of activities count for each?

Is it realistic that OP's kid could take the course work, and then take a year or two to work in a CS related position while studying, and completing these hours before deciding whether to apply?  It seems like that would give them more information to compare the two paths.[/quote]

It really varies and is a quality over quantity, point is to give compelling evidence you understand medicine and are committed to it. Generally applicants have hundreds to thousands in each category. Those who take gap years will have more than those that go straight through. I totally understand your thought process, but I don't see how it could be done well. They will also have to have a compelling narrative for interviews to explain their choices. Not to say anything can't be done with time and money, but it would be a complicated path to have the necessary commitment level to each I'd think. The typical Ivy (and I'm certain others so not singling out just comparing to her peers) are off to the races before they even start on this getting certifications and accruing hours. People change careers all the time, so anything is possible, but much harder call with an equal love for another interest and making money for the OP I'd think.[/quote]

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