Frequently Asked Questions
What is maps?
What do we strive for?
MAPS stands for the Multicultural Association of Pre-Health Students. We are under the Student National Medical Association (SNMA), which contains over 170 chapters and over 240 MAPS chapters in the United States. Our goal is to inspire and encourage students of all backgrounds to pursue their passion for the professional health field of their choice. MAPS has supported students that have gone to medical school, dental school, veterinary school, and so much more!
As a pre-health multicultural organization, we strive to create an inclusive community that helps our members achieve their personal and pre-health goals. We fulfill this by providing our members with the opportunities such as leadership, volunteering, shadowing, workshops, networking, and so on. Overall, our main goal is to promote a diverse, familial environment of pre-health students within the UCF community.
Who can join maps?
How can i join maps?
Any UCF undergraduate student is eligible to join MAPS! If you have a drive to practice medicine, veterinary, nursing, dentistry, pharmacy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, public health, or any other career in the health field, we would love for you to join the MAPS family!
Membership dues are required for all MAPS members. You can pay the $40.00 dues for a one year membership or the $25.00 dues for a semester membership. Dues can be paid during Market Wednesdays, General Body Meetings, or here. Become a MAPS member today!
what are directors?
One characteristic that is important for all health professions is leadership. MAPS provides many leadership opportunities to our members through the role of directors. There are about 20 director positions available so you are guaranteed to find ones that best suit your skills. Click here to learn more.
how do i get involved?
There are so many ways to get involved with MAPS. You can attend General Body Meetings, join a committee, participate in our social events, come to our volunteer events or workshops, apply to become a director, and more! The more involved you are, the higher points you can get to receive a free test prep course of your choice!