Sample profile · Medicine and Health
Extracurricular Activities for a Future Physician
Victor is a sample student, not a real applicant: one of Elite Prep's 24 extracurricular profiles. These are the ten activities that show a selective college where a future physician is headed, grouped by what each one demonstrates.
Leadership and Initiative2
- Founder of Health for Hope Club
- Organized fundraisers for global health nonprofits and promoted awareness of medical equity.
- Organizer of School Blood Drives
- Partnered with the Red Cross to collect donations.
Research and Internships2
- Shadowed Doctors in International Medical Program
- Observed surgeries and participated in health clinics abroad.
- Research Assistant in Public Health Study
- Examined the impact of nutrition programs in underserved areas.
Service and Teaching3
- Volunteer at Local Children’s Hospital
- Assisted staff in play therapy sessions to support young patients.
- AP Biology Peer Mentor
- Helped students master foundational concepts in biology.
- Volunteer for Global Health Nonprofit
- Managed logistics for delivering medical supplies to developing countries.
Writing, Media and Projects1
- Co-Author of Health Blog
- Published articles on mental health advocacy and disease prevention.
Teams, Clubs and Programs2
- Participant in Pre-Med Summer Program
- Conducted a study on patient care ethics and wrote a case study report.
- Member of the Varsity Cross Country Team
- Demonstrated perseverance and teamwork through athletics.
More Profiles in Medicine and Health
No student needs all ten. Notice the mix — something led, something researched, something given back — and choose one or two you could start this year. An Elite Prep counselor can help you plan the rest.