What’s the application timeline, and what materials will I need to send in?

The American Medical College Application Service (AMCAS) process begins on or about May 1 of each year for the following year’s medical school class (e.g., May 1, 2006 for the class that begins in 2007). In addition to completing the application, you will need to request that official transcripts be forwarded to AMCAS by the registrar of every postsecondary school (e.g., colleges or universities, junior college, community college, trade school or professional school – regardless of whether credit was earned) at which you have ever been registered. 

You’ll need transcripts, too, if you took college courses while you were still in high school.  After your AMCAS application has been completed, interested schools may contact you to request a supplemental application that can include letters of recommendation, an essay, and other materials.

For More Information:

• AMCAS®: The American Medical College Application Service Web Site
  The AMCAS Web site has all you need to get started with the application process, including an application worksheet, an application timeline, important FAQs and other resources. 
   

• AMCAS®: Participating Schools  - Free Resource!
  This page lists schools currently participating in AMCAS.