This is a question I get a lot. Well, does it? Yes and no. And it’s my job to tell you just when it does! Oftentimes, pre-meds push themselves into volunteering solely on the basis of it looking good on their apps. This is not the way to go. When volunteering, you should always put the organization first and only be involved if you truly love it.

Watch the video, then be sure to take my free “What Are My Chances?” Medical School Admissions Assessment. It will help you figure out what to do to improve your chances of getting into medical school.