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Pre-Med Majors

College/Career Expert Advice from Carol Carter

Question: What should my college major be if I want to be a doctor? What kind of classes should I expect to take?

Answer: Chemistry and biology are generally good pre-med majors. You can visit any college website and get a complete run- down of the pre-med curriculum. It would be good to find this out now so that you can prepare for any areas which may give you trouble later. I also suggest that you take classes in the humanities or social sciences. You may also want to minor in psychology since the "people" part of your job will be as important as your technical expertise.

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Carol Carter is the author of many books on college and career planning. She is the cofounder of Lifeskills, Inc., a nonprofit organization that encourages high-school students to explore their goals, career options, and the real world through part-time work and internships. She also gives workshops around the country on career exploration and other issues directly related to helping students succeed in college, career, and life.


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