Is there always the chance that, even if I work hard, I won't get in med school?

[plumazul]

<p>@iwbBrown,</p>

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my MD/PhD program director told me that they specifically like to admit athletes and musicians as these are the two extracurriculars (other than research itself obviously) that require the same characteristics as people whom they think are good for the program. They both require never ending preparation for a constantly evolving field, and thus require a level of commitment, perseverance, and drive that the programs like to see.

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<p>Do you think it’s important enough that I should submit a LOR from my studio professor? (he loves me I hadn’t even considered asking him for one.</p>