But first things first. To optimize your chances of getting into medical school you should, as you know, have a good GPA and MCAT score. It also helps if you have done volunteer work (medically related or not) and have demonstrated your desire to go into medicine by getting some experience in a medical setting (paid or volunteer). Research experience isn’t strictly necessary but it does help, especially at the more research-oriented schools, which tend to be the top-ranked schools. Going to a top-ranked school will, fairly or unfairly, help your chances of getting into a derm residency.

A few people I know have worked a little in med school but you certainly don’t have time to work enough to support yourself, much less to pay for the tuition, which is exorbitant at most schools (some state schools, especially in the south, charge more reasonable fees). Most of us make do with huge loans, scholarships, and (for a few lucky ones) help from mom and dad.

Hope that helps to answer your question. Good luck!

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