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I want to become a doctor because of my great interest in science and helping people, but can I major in something that isn't science oriented?

I am a musician and want to pursue that in college as well, but I don't want my love of science to supersede that.
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Thank you comment icon I have read many articles stating you can major in something other than science before your med school starts. Hope that helps! Tyler
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Richard’s Answer

Pick a major that interests you so you don't mind devoting a majority of your hours to studying. You will need to get good grades in college in order to apply for medical school. At the medical school I attended, the average GPA is reported to be 3.85, so even one or two B's can hurt your chances of acceptance.
Aside from this, any major is acceptable as long as you complete the prerequisite courses. I chose to major in biochemistry because there was overlap with the premed requirements and I wanted to complete my degree in 3 years.
Typical medical school prerequisites include:
Biology: Lecture – 4 semesters; Lab – 1 semester
General Chemistry: Lecture – 2 semesters; Lab – 1 semester
Organic Chemistry: Lecture – 2 semesters; Lab – 1 semester
Biochemistry: Lecture – 1 semester
General Physics: Lecture – 2 semesters; Lab – 1 semester
Math: Statistics – 1 semester
English: Rhetoric (Composition) and Literature – 2 semesters



You will still be studying plenty of science between prerequisites and MCAT.

MCAT covers:
Organic and inorganic chemistry.
Physics.
Biology.
Biochemistry.
Basis research methods and statistics.
Psychology.
Sociology.
Ethics, philosophy, cultural studies as well as population health, social sciences and humanities.
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Rachel’s Answer

Of course! I know someone who doubled in classical languages and music performance. She's now an OB/GYN. I believe she needed to go back and complete some pre-med credits post-graduation, but it's certainly possible.
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Roberto’s Answer

Sure!
Music Therapy . Actually I am learning how to connect myself with PDST Clinics, So might be profitable.
Sicology.
If you are a good musician, you can master anything.
Good luck!
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