I am studying in 12th in Pune,India. I wish to study medical in USA.Which are the top medical scholarship giving colleges for MBBS in USA.Please help me out. I want it on merit basis

Asked by Pratima on 9 April 2008 at 4:50 PM.

Answered by Studyplaces Counsellor USA

Information for Pre-Medical Students
There are approximately 150 medical schools in the United States, and students typically apply to about 12 schools. It is important that students plan their coursework to satisfy prerequisites for many medical schools. Fortunately, this is not difficult to do. The plan below identifies the science coursework that will satisfy the requirements for application to nearly all 150 U.S. medical schools.
It is a serious mistake for a student to look at the prerequisite coursework for any one medical school and develop their academic plan based upon that one school.
Other Requirements
Beyond the required science courses, a broad humanities and liberal arts background is encouraged and expected. In addition, many medical schools require English and math. Approximately 65% of the US schools require two or three quarters of English (ideally, a combination of composition and literature). Introductory English composition should be taken early in your college years; you should not delay taking introductory composition. Approximately 30% require two or three quarters of college math.

MEDICAL SCHOOL REQUIREMENT
You need to take the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT), which analyzes your knowledge of the basic sciences, your reading and writing abilities, and your problem-solving skills.
You also should consult the resource book, Medical School Admission Requirements, (MSAR)published by the Association of American Medical Colleges, which provides the specific admission requirements of each U.S. and Canadian medical school.

Entrance requirements at most medical schools include completion of course work in biology, mathematics, chemistry, physics, and English. But keep your undergraduate experience well rounded by also studying humanities and the social sciences. The ideal physician understands how society works and can communicate and write well. Extracurricular experiences also are important. You may want to volunteer at a local hospital or clinic to gain practical health care experience.