FAQ Collection
Browse frequently asked questions about International Medical Aid, including programs, eligibility, application steps, housing, safety, and more.
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- How Is IMA Different from Other Internship or Study Abroad Programs?
- When Can I Go?
- How Long Should I Go?
- Where Does My Money Go?
- How Are Flight Arrangements Handled?
- How Large Are the Intern Cohorts?
- Is There a Penalty for Canceling or Withdrawing from the Program?
- What Safety Precautions Are in Place When Traveling to Africa?
- What is the minimum age requirement to join an IMA program?
- Can I pay for an IMA program using a 529 College Savings Plan?
- Can I gain academic credit for my IMA program?
- Can I change my program start date?
- How do I withdraw from the program?
- Does IMA accept guest posts or link insertions?
- What are the Peru Program Fees and language requirements?
- Academic Credit and Letters of Recommendation FAQs
- Outcomes and Alumni Success FAQs
- What Will I Be Allowed to Do in the Hospital?
- What Kind of Patient Interaction Can I Expect if I Am Limited to Shadowing?
- How Can I Get the Most Out of My Shadowing Experience?
- What Departments Will I Work In?
- If I Shadow a Surgeon, What Kind of Experience Can I Expect?
- What Types of Educational Experiences Can I Expect Beyond Shadowing?
- What Challenges Might I Encounter That Don't Happen in Hospitals and Clinics at Home?
- What Does a Typical Work Day Look Like for Program Participants?
- How Are the Programs Structured, and What Support Is Available for Participants and Their Families?
- Can I Extend the Program Duration If I Choose a Two-Week Option?
- What Locations Are Available for the Internship?
- What Are the Requirements to Participate in an IMA Program?
- Are There Any Residency or Citizenship Requirements?
- What Vaccinations Will I Need for Trips to East Africa?
- What Is the Minimum GPA Required to Apply?
- Are Unofficial Transcripts Accepted?
- Can High School Students Apply?
- What Is the Deadline to Apply?
- What Is IMA’s Post-Exposure Protocol? Are PEP Kits Readily Available and Included in the Program Fee?
- Does the applicant have to be a student?
- Can an adult who is already a nurse also apply?
- What Is the Cost of Participating in an IMA Program?
- Does IMA Offer Financial Aid or Scholarships?
- What Does the Program Fee Include?
- Are Payment Plans Available for Program Fees?
- Can I Fundraise for My Program Expenses?
- Are Program Fees Tax-Deductible?
- Are IMA-Branded Scrubs Required for Interns?
- When Should I Purchase My Scrub?
- How Do I Schedule a Consultation?
- Will I Receive a Confirmation Email After Booking?
- How Long Does the Consultation Last?
- Is There a Fee for the Consultation?
- What Happens if I Miss My Appointment? Can I Reschedule It?
- What Happens After I Submit My Application, and When Will I Get a Decision?
- What Should I Prepare for My Consultation?
- How Does IMA Differ From Other Admissions Consulting Services?
- Is Med School Admissions Consulting Worth the Expense?
- What Is the Process if I Order Hourly Consulting for My Personal Statement?
- What Is Your Turnaround Time?
- How Are Advising Sessions Conducted?
- What Do You Mean by Unlimited Advisor Access and Communication?
- How Long Will My Advising Support Last?
- Do You Have Experience Working With International Students?
- Do You Work With Canadian Pre-Meds?
- Do You Work With Non-Traditional Students?
- Will You Write the Essays for Me?
- Do You Use a Template for Written Materials?
- Do You Only Work With Applicants to MD Programs, or Do You Work With DO and PA Candidates?
- I'm Applying to MD/PhD Programs. Do Your Plans Include Support for MD/PhD Essays?
- I'm Applying to a Dual-Degree Program (MD/MBA, MD/MPH, MD/MS). Do Your Packages Include Support for Dual-Degree Program Essays?
- I’m Applying to a School That Invites Applicants to Submit a Pre-Health Committee Letter. This Requires Me to Prepare Some Written Materials for It. Can I Receive Help Writing Those Materials?
- My Evaluator Asked Me to Write My Own Letter of Recommendation. Can You Help Me Edit It?
- I’m Applying to a Texas Medical School, So I Have to Fill Out the TMDSAS Application. Can You Help Me With That?
- I See That You Refer to “Billable Time.” Can You Explain What This Is?
- Do You Offer CASPer Prep?
- Can You Help With MMI Interviews?