As you are probably already aware, there is no required undergraduate major for students who plan to attend medical school. Many stick to the hard sciences, of course — though there are also many exceptions to this.   

So when students ask, “What should I major in if I want to get into medical school?” our standard response is based on what medical schools tell us: that you should study the subjects you are most passionate about and from there apply yourself to get the most thorough, well-rounded undergraduate education possible, one that you feel will ready you to embark on the distinct, individual medical career that best suits you.

However, there are numerous courses that — regardless of your major — medical schools will still expect you to have taken in order to enter medical school. One of the best resources for this is the , which gives a very thorough overview of courses needed; though do note that these are the MINIMAL requirements for admission, and additional upper-level coursework is recommended.

We also highly recommend devoting time to exploring the , which is another great resource full of tips, tutorials, webinars and more that can give you a full understanding of the expectations and rigor involved in becoming a successful candidate for medical school.