Pre-med students throughout Idaho can gain insight about the application process from a current medical student through a mentoring program. This “near-peer” model pairs first- and second-year medical students at University of Idaho with pre-med juniors and seniors tto share resources, recommendations and encouragement.

“There’s so much more involved in applying to medical school than people realize,” said MS4 Megan Schlussler. “I’m passionate about helping people that are on the same path as me, and a mentor program seemed like a good way to share niche knowledge.”

You can read what medical students have to say about about this program on the University of Idaho website.