- Complete pre-med coursework

- Maintain a high GPA

- Participate in extracurricular activities

Step 2: Take the MCATs

-Score high enough to be competitive for medical school

Step 3: Apply to Medical School

- Ensure that your medical school is accredited by the LCME

- Submit an application that demonstrates your academic achievements, extracurricular activities, and personal statement

- Interview with the medical schools to which you are accepted

Step 4: Complete Medical School

-Attend and complete medical school

- Earn your MD or DO degree

Step 5: Apply to the Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP)

- This program pays for medical school in exchange for a commitment to serve as an Army physician.

- Apply while in medical school

- Be prepared for a competitive application process

- If accepted, sign a contract to serve as an Army physician for a specified number of years

Step 6: Attend Officer Basic Course

- Complete the Army's Officer Basic Course after graduating from medical school.

- This is a 6-week course that teaches basic military skills.

Step 7: Complete Residency Training

-After completing Officer Basic Course, you will begin residency training in your chosen specialty.

- Residency training typically lasts 3-7 years.

- During residency, you will work in a military medical facility and receive a salary and benefits.

Step 8: Serve as an Army Physician

-After completing residency training, you will be assigned to an Army medical facility.

- You will provide care to soldiers, their families, and other military beneficiaries.

- You may also be deployed to overseas locations.