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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, …
The Georgetown University School of Medicine (GUSOM) has a rich history, opening in 1851 as the first Catholic medical school in the United States. The guiding principles of education and service at GUSOM are influenced by the Jesuit principles of cura personalis or “care of the whole person.” Through the Journeys Curriculum, GUSOM trains its …
When it comes to your medical school recommendations, there are certain parts you have control over and certain parts that you do not – and you may actually have more influence than you realize. You have the power to decide who will write your recommendations (however, it’s also your responsibility to give them enough time …
The University of Washington School of Medicine (UWSOM) trains future physicians to serve the diverse, five-state WWAMI region: Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana, and Idaho. With an active-learning curriculum, early clinical exposure, and training sites across the region, UWSOM prepares graduates to excel in residency and address the unique healthcare needs of the region’s communities. UWSOM …
The University of Colorado School of Medicine (CUSOM), based at the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, has a comprehensive mission statement: “With innovation, agility and excellence, we improve humanity by preventing illness, saving lives, educating health professionals and scientists, advancing science, and serving our communities.” This school offers some amazing specialized learning opportunities including the …
by Cydney Foote
The 2026 Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) application asks you to choose ten Selected Experiences that communicate who you are and what’s most important to you. You’re then asked to highlight three of those experiences as “most meaningful,” with a short description of why, and you’ll have the opportunity to submit an optional essay on …
The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) David Geffen School of Medicine (DGSOM) offers three different pathways for applicants to obtain a medical degree: Traditional MD Program, Prime-LA Program (a dual program with six master’s options), and the Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP). The campus culture is driven by a school-wide initiative coined the “Cultural …
Located in Orlando, the University of Central Florida (UCF) College of Medicine (COM) offers a unique curricular feature known as Focused Individualized Research Experience (FIRE), which gives students the opportunity to work with a research mentor and participate in a scholarly research project. If you are a medical school applicant who has a background in …
The Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania is a globally renowned academic medical center, recognized for excellence in research, clinical care, and medical education. With a strong focus on innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration, Perelman leads in advancing fields such as immunotherapy, precision medicine, and epigenetics. Its integrated approach links research, patient care, …
by Cydney Foote
You’ve just been invited to a med school interview. Congratulations! This means that the admissions committee likes everything they’ve seen so far. Now they want to know more about you, which means meeting you – in person or virtually – and finding out what really makes you tick. It can be hard to show the …
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (FSM) is a top-ranked, research-intensive medical school located in the heart of Chicago. Known for its innovative, learner-centered MD curriculum, Feinberg offers students a rigorous and integrated education grounded in clinical experience, scientific discovery, and health equity. The program emphasizes real-world applications and prepares students to deliver evidence-based, team-oriented …
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine offers a forward-thinking, student-driven medical education grounded in early clinical immersion and a strong commitment to health equity. With its innovative 13-month preclinical curriculum, students begin core clerkships in their second year, allowing them time in their third and fourth years to tailor their education through electives, research, and acting …
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