Do people really start medical school at age 22 or 23 years? I don't think I'd be able to start med school until I'm 24 or 25 and I feel this may be a little too old.
2007-12-28 06:10:00 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
the average age of a freshmen at most medical schools is around 24 years old, and in fact, I have had classmates as old as 55....so no, it is definitely not too late. One of my regrets is not taking a year off to gain more life experience after undergrad.
2007-12-31 20:08:45 · answer #1 · answered by akfortyseven 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Starting Medical School At 25
2017-01-14 04:55:55 · answer #2 · answered by ochs 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thirty years ago, it used to be the case that medical schools would not admit students over the age of 30. I remember one of my roommates being frantic about getting in before she got too old (she never did). That is no longer the case. As long as you have the energy to withstand the rigors of medical school and residency, schools have recognized that there are advantages to older students - they tend to have more life experience, credibility with patients, patience, etc. Besides, in the eyes of most people, there is very little difference between being 22 or 23 and being 24 or 25.
2007-12-28 06:17:52 · answer #3 · answered by neniaf 7 · 5⤊ 0⤋
It might take you some time to get in because you will need the required a levels, (each uni differs but you usually need at least an a and 2 b's.. from what i've heard). So you could do an intensive a level course, at least one of them will have to be in a science. You're best of phoning up the uni direct and asking them as like i said, most universities differ on what they will accept. Once you have got the qualifications you'll need to go for an interview at the uni and they may or may not offer you a place. Best of luck with it, don't give up! My cousin did her a levels and didnt do well enough, then did resits, still didnt do well enough then did an extra intensive a level course and managed to get in with 2 a's and a b. So dont give up, it can be done. It shouldnt matter how old you are :)
2016-05-27 12:01:01 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The average medical student usually has taken a year or two off before starting so you would just be the average age. I went through med school straight out of college and I definitely wish I had taken a year off. On the other end, I had classmates who started med school in their mid to late thirties and they did fine.
2007-12-28 06:19:11 · answer #5 · answered by nicedoc 5 · 4⤊ 0⤋
You're so young, you can go back to school whenever you want!
I'll be 28 before I graduate (this summer) with my nursing degree, and there are some women in my class even older than me.
So I'm sure it's the same with med school. Good luck!
2007-12-28 06:18:12 · answer #6 · answered by Shana B 6 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely not, the average age for med school students is actually rising. Having some "real world" experience will be good for you in clinical rotations as well.
2007-12-28 06:12:50 · answer #7 · answered by Anna P 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
yes they do. If u are ready for the long, hard slough then go for it!
2007-12-28 09:26:48 · answer #8 · answered by Fernella13 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋