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Key elements are:
• Strong skills in critical thinking, synthesis, and analysis.
• Biology, chemistry, and physics competencies.
• English fluency and strong writing skills.
• Some knowledge of social sciences and humanities.
• Facility with cross-cultural challenges.
• Intellectual engagement and love of learning.
• Demonstration of in-depth scholarly inquiry in a particular field.
Aim to develop skills you will need in medical, veterinary, dental, or other health professions schools - and as preparation for standardized tests (i.e., MCAT).
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