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Inside Columbia’s Postbaccalaureate Premedical Program [Episode 633]

Dr. Valerie Wherley and Dr. James Colgrove discuss Columbia’s career-changer postbac premed program, from its rigorous science coursework and student support to linkage, and competitive applications.

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Medical School Letter of Interest: Four Must-Haves for Waitlisted Applicants

Waitlisted at a medical school you love? A letter of interest can keep your candidacy alive when seats open up — as long as it includes what admissions committees are looking for. Here are the four must-haves: a clear, concise opening; specific reasons you fit that school; updates on what you have accomplished since applying; and honest evidence that you have strengthened any weak spots.

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Med School Timeline: When Do Acceptances Come Out?

A woman checking her phone for med school interview invitations

Sadly, the frustrating truth is that there’s no rule governing when a medical school must respond to your application. However, in this blog post, we’ll try to mitigate some of that frustration by answering some of the big questions you might have as an anxious med school applicant, including the following: When to Expect Secondaries …

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How Future Physicians Learn and Thrive at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine [Episode 632]

University of Cincinnati College of Medicine

Dr. Donald Batisky explains how Cincinnati Medicine prepares future physicians through early clinical learning, community engagement, and student support, following a mission-focused admissions process.

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How to Write a Medical School Interview Thank-You Email

After your medical school interview, it is appropriate to send thank-you notes to all the people who helped you throughout the day. These days, most people send a thank you via email. Here are some helpful guidelines for doing so effectively. A thank-you email begins and ends with gratitude. It contains many of the same formalities …

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Inside UCF College of Medicine: Admissions, Curriculum, and Student Success [Episode 631]

UCF admissions director Laurel Poole explains the medical school’s FIRE research requirement, early clinical training, student support, and holistic admissions criteria.

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University of Minnesota Medical School Secondary Application Essay Tips and Timeline [2026-2027], Class Profile

Founded in 1888, the University of Minnesota (UMN) Medical School has spent close to 140 years advancing medicine through education, research, and patient-centered care. With campuses in Duluth, St. Cloud, and the Twin Cities, the school offers students access to diverse clinical opportunities across urban and rural settings. Its MD curriculum emphasizes active learning, early …

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The Importance of Extracurricular Activities for Medical School Applications

You’ve no doubt read about the multifaceted requirements for admission to medical school. This post is an attempt, first, to demystify them a bit, and second, to untangle one of the least understood requirements. The price of admission begins with an excellent GPA and MCAT score. Most applicants have both. The definition of “excellent” varies …

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Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine Secondary Application Essay Tips and Timeline [2026–2027], Class Profile

The Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) School of Medicine is Oregon’s only academic health center and one of the oldest medical schools in the western United States, with roots dating back to the late 19th century. Celebrating over 125 years of service, OHSU is home to a vibrant, collaborative community of educators, students, scientists, …

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Sarah’s Nontraditional Path to DO School: From Humanities Major to Med Student [Episode 630]

Nontraditional Path to DO School

Sarah shares how she moved from English and book publishing to DO school, and she offers advice for nontraditional medical school applicants.

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