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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.

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Medical School Application Process Timeline

Date Action Item Details

November 7, 2025
12:00- 1:00 PM (PST)

Attend Applicant Kick-Off Meeting for EY 2027

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


ID: 815 4621 5091
Password: 296664

November 14, 2025
3:00- 4:00 PM (PST)

Attend "Pre-Health Personal Statement Workshop" with the Writing Center

RSVP for a spot

Draft your applicant profile and personal statement. Mandatory for all applicants.
October - December 2025 Schedule Applicant Meeting with Kat Assess your candidacy and develop plans of action.
December 2025 - February 2026 Finalize your list of letter writers and start asking for letters of recommendation due in early July 2025 Strategic planning and asking early will give your letter writer sufficient time to produce a comprehensive letter.

March 2026
 

Deciding Where to Apply Workshop

Register on Handshake

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

April 2026
 

Navigating the AMCAS Process Workshop

Register on Handshake

Hands-on instruction and walk through for filling out the Centralized Application for medical and dental school. Mandatory for all applicants.

April 2026
 

 

Personal Statement Write-In Session #1

for a spot

(*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 2026
 

Personal Statement Write-In Session #2

for a spot

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

May - June 2026

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

 
June 2026 Attend "Secondary Essay Writing" Workshop Schedule appointments with the Writing Center Faculty Specialists
August 2026 -  February 2027 Interview Season and Updates to Schools  Schedule a mock medical school interview.
April 2027 Commit to medical school  
     
Contact Pre-Health Advising
Hameetman Career Center

Room 109G
1600 Campus Road
Los Angeles, CA 90041