Medicine

Yes, absolutely. Many students begin at a community college and successfully gain admission to medical school. In fact, attending community college for the first 1-2 years can be a financially smart strategy if you perform well academically and then transfer to a four-year university to complete your bachelor's degree.

That said, there are a few important considerations:

What Medical Schools Want Most

Medical schools generally care about:

• Strong GPA (especially in science courses)

• Strong MCAT score

Medical school is expensive, but most students are able to finance their education through a combination of federal loans, scholarships, and service-based programs.

1. Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans

These are usually the first loans medical students use.

Key features:

• No credit check

• No cosigner required