Do you have to get a four year degree before going medical school?

Yes, in the US, all allopathic (MD) medical schools require a four-year undergraduate degree. While there are a few accelerated programs that allow students to complete both their undergraduate and medical degrees in six or seven years, the vast majority of medical students take the traditional route and complete a four-year undergraduate degree before entering medical school.

The specific requirements for medical school admission vary from school to school, but all schools require applicants to have a strong foundation in the sciences. This typically includes courses in biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics. In addition, many medical schools also require applicants to have taken courses in humanities and social sciences.

In addition to academic requirements, medical schools also consider other factors when making admissions decisions, such as extracurricular activities, volunteer work, and letters of recommendation. The admissions process for medical school is highly competitive, and only a small percentage of applicants are accepted.