Advice on what I should focus on for extracurriculars? Am I on the right track?
First year sophomore pre-med who is figuring it out as she goes. Any advice would be appreciated! I am planning on applying my senior year.
Leadership - 128 hours
- President
Shadowing - 55 hours (four specialties, three M.D. one PA)
Research - Just started in January and will be doing 20 hours a week until September
Clinical (MA) - 200 hours (lasted only a few months due to toxic work environment)
Writing (part of an organization that publishes articles on campus but just started this year) - 30 hours
Volunteering - Around 100 (2 clinical one non-clinical)
I also volunteer at my school's church as a lecturer and have some hours but not sure if that would even be worth mentioning (doubt it).
GPA - 4.0
Guidance would be appreciated!!!
Posted Feb 18, 2026, 2:34 AM UTC