Harvard University, a private university located in Boston, Massachusetts, was ranked the top medical school in the country in 2010, according to US News. This university offers a variety of programs aimed at undergraduate students who wish to graduate and enroll in the medical school. Students can earn membership to the Harvard Premedical Society (HPS), a student-run organization that provides support and educational opportunities for students interested in a career in medicine. In addition, students can major in biology of Health and Medicine Science. Summer courses and internship opportunities are also available to qualifying students.
Harvard University
188 Longwood Avenue
Boston, MA 02115
617-432-1443
hms.harvard.edu
The University of Pennsylvania, located in Philadelphia, is the second best medical program in the country, according to a 2010 report by US News. This program offers a variety of science majors, including chemistry, health sciences and biology, as well as clinical and international volunteer opportunities. Students can also join the Penn Pre-Medical Association, a student-run organization for those interested in a career in medicine.
University of Pennsylvania
240 South 40th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19104
215-898-8943
med.upenn.edu
Johns Hopkins University, located in Baltimore, Maryland, is the third best medical school, according to a 2010 US News report. The university offers a variety of science majors for undergraduates who wish to apply to medical school, including biology and chemistry. Research and volunteer opportunities are offered as well. In addition, according to a 2010 report by Johns Hopkins, nearly 100% of all graduates who have applied have been accepted into medical school. The university has also produced over 40 merit scholarships for students in medical school.
Johns Hopkins University
733 N. Broadway
Baltimore, MD 21205
410-955-3182
hopkinsmedicine.org