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August 18, 2022

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UVA School of Medicine Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 – 2023]

UVA School of Medicine Secondary Essays

University of Virginia School of Medicine 2022-23 secondary application essay questions UVA SOM was founded in 1819 by Thomas Jefferson who believed in a free-flowing exchange of ideas. In 2010, UVA SOM instituted an integrated, patient-centered curriculum that provides interactive learning, with faculty and students engaged “side by side,” moving away from traditional curriculum, realigning… 

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Article by Mary Mahoney / Medical School Admissions / 2023 Med School Applications, UVA School of Medicine

August 17, 2022

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UNC Medical School Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 – 2023]

UNC Medical School Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 – 2023]

UNC is ranked 5th in primary care education and 25th in research by U.S. News & World Report. UNC strives to reach underserved populations and reduce health care disparities. Their medical students receive leadership training as part of their curriculum. The main change in UNC’s secondary application is that each essay has been put on… 

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Article by Mary Mahoney / Medical School Admissions / 2023 Med School Applications, University of North Carolina Chapel Hill School of Medicine

August 16, 2022

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9 Secrets to Telling an Attention-Grabbing Story

9 secrets to telling an attention-grabbing story

You’ve completed most of your application. Now it’s time to write your personal statement. You want your statement to stand out from the rest, and the way to do this is to tell a compelling story – the tale of your greatest achievements, dreams, and challenges.  You can tell a compelling story by tying together… 

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August 15, 2022

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Weill Cornell Medicine Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 – 2023]

Cornell Medical School secondary application essay questions 2022-23 Weill Cornell Medical College’s Dean explains their mission with three key words: care, discover and teach.  Here are the prompts (all have a 1,525 character limit). Weill Cornell essay #1 Please write a brief statement giving your reasons for applying to Weill Cornell Medical College.  First, know WCMC’s mission… 

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Article by Mary Mahoney / Medical School Admissions / 2023 Med School Applications, Weill Cornell

August 12, 2022

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University of Pittsburgh Medical School Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 – 2023]

University of Pittsburgh Medical School Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 – 2023]

UPSOM places special emphasis on their collaborative problem-based curriculum and the fact that their medical students begin interacting with patients in their first year of medical school. Providing the best care to patients through research, education, leadership and diversity is central to their mission. They seek future medical students who demonstrate high academic achievement, the… 

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Article by Mary Mahoney / Medical School Admissions / 2023 Med School Applications, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

August 11, 2022

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Washington University School of Medicine (St. Louis) Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 – 2023]

Washington University School of Medicine (St. Louis) Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 – 2023]

Ranked 11th for research by the U.S. news, WashU provides exciting opportunities for medical students to participate in research at the basic science or clinical levels. They are looking for students with strong ties to their communities—with excellent communication skills, a dedication to service, and well-rounded interests.  Washington University (St. Louis) 2022-23 secondary application essay questions… 

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Article by Mary Mahoney / Medical School Admissions / 2023 Med School Applications, Washington University School of Medicine

August 10, 2022

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OHSU School of Medicine Secondary Application Essay Tips & Deadlines [2022 – 2023]

OHSU School of Medicine Secondary Application Essay Tips & Deadlines [2022 - 2023]

OHSU is Oregon’s only health center, and the school focuses on training med students to serve throughout the state. The goal is to advance health care delivery and leadership throughout Oregon. OHSU has a strong preference to accept applicants who are residents of Oregon or have a personal “heritage” or affiliation with the state. The… 

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Article by Mary Mahoney / Medical School Admissions / 2023 Med School Applications, OHSU

August 9, 2022

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An Inside Look at The Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine [Episode 482]

Dr. Michelle Schmude 482 Geisinger Aug 2022

Wondering if you’re a good fit for the Geisinger Commonwealth SOM? [Show Summary] Dr. Michelle Schmude, Associate Dean of Admissions at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, shares everything that’s new in the program, including a revised curriculum and a unique opportunity that allows students to graduate debt free.  Interview with Dr. Michelle Schmude, Associate Dean… 

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August 7, 2022

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Vanderbilt University School of Medicine Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 – 2023]

Vanderbilt University School of Medicine Secondary Application Essay Tips

The Vanderbilt University School of Medicine places special emphasis on the relationships formed during medical school with classmates and faculty. Students join one of four colleges on campus to participate in small group learning activities. In the first two years of medical school, students create their own project to self-direct their learning process with mentorship…. 

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Article by Mary Mahoney / Medical School Admissions / 2023 Med School Applications, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

August 4, 2022

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University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022-2023]

UCSF School of Medicine Secondary Application Essay Tips

UC San Francisco is the leading university dedicated to advancing health worldwide through preeminent biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care The feeling that applicants often get from a UCSF interview is that the school is looking for interesting people, not just smart ones. Sure, your… 

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Article by Suzi Schweikert / Medical School Admissions / 2023 Med School Applications, UCSF med school

August 3, 2022

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Michigan State University College of Human Medicine Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 – 2023]

Michigan State University College of Human Medicine Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 – 2023]

Michigan State University College of Human Medicine “educates exemplary physicians and seeks to improve health through discovery and responding to the needs of the medically underserved in our communities.” Their research focus is in “groundbreaking” biomedical research about the prevention, control and treatment of disease – and mechanisms underlying human disease. (source: MSU website) Median… 

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Article by Mary Mahoney / Medical School Admissions / 2023 Med School Applications, MSU CHM

August 2, 2022

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Applying to the Stanford Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program: Everything You Need to Know [2022 – 2023]

Stanford Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program Overview

Everything you need to know about the Stanford Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program Overview: What is the KHS Program? Who is eligible to apply? Unique application deadlines and procedures KHS Acceptance Rate Application elements: Resume Recommendation letters Institutional letter of endorsement Short answer questions Essay question Video statement What is the Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program? The Stanford Knight–Hennessy… 

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Article by Rebecca Lippman / Grad School Admissions, Law School Admissions, MBA Admissions, Medical School Admissions / Grad Financial Aid, Law Financial Aid, MBA Financial Aid, Med Financial Aid, Stanford GSB, Stanford Law, Stanford MSx, Stanford University School of Medicine

July 29, 2022

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Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 – 2023]

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 – 2023]

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine 2022-23 secondary application essay questions Mayo Clinic secondary essay #1 Why are you specifically interested in pursuing your medical education at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine? Please tell us in a few sentences why you are interested in the top choice track you indicated. (500 words) First, one… 

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Article by Mary Mahoney / Medical School Admissions / 2023 Med School Applications, mayo clinic

July 28, 2022

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University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 – 2023]

University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 - 2023]

Pritzker School of Medicine is on the campus of the University of Chicago; the School of Medicine defines its location as an opportunity for multidisciplinary collaboration among scholars and fields of study. They are open to applicants who hold degrees outside of traditional sciences (over forty undergraduate majors in a typical incoming class), one third… 

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Article by Mary Mahoney / Medical School Admissions / 2023 Med School Applications, U of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine

July 27, 2022

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Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 – 2023]

Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 - 2023]

As one of the oldest medical schools in the United States—the fourth oldest—Geisel has a 200-year history of accomplishments. They are ranked #47 for research and #36 for primary care by U.S. News and World Report. Students love the smaller class sizes and the opportunity to gain clinical experience in the first year. The school… 

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Article by Mary Mahoney / Medical School Admissions / 2023 Med School Applications, Dartmouth Geisel Med School

July 26, 2022

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Boston University School of Medicine Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 – 2023]

Boston University School of Medicine Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 - 2023]

BUSM’s MD Program offers students the opportunity to work with patients beginning in their first year of medical school. Students will receive their clinical training at the prestigious Boston Medical Center, which has the largest trauma center in the Northeast. Students also have the option of pursuing a Master’s Degree in Public Health.  The secondary… 

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Article by Mary Mahoney / Medical School Admissions / 2023 Med School Applications, Boston University Medical School

July 26, 2022

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How to Prep for the MCAT [Episode 480]

How to Prep for the MCAT 480 Todd Bennett July 2022

Expert tips for MCAT success [Show Summary] Todd Bennett, co-founder of The Berkeley Review and expert MCAT instructor, shares his best tips for preparing for and taking the test.  Todd Bennett, co-founder of The Berkeley Review and expert MCAT instructor [Show Notes] Welcome to the 480th episode of Admissions Straight Talk, thanks for joining me…. 

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Article by Accepted / Admissions Straight Talk, Medical School Admissions / MCAT, podcast

July 25, 2022

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Drexel University College of Medicine Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 – 2023]

Drexel University College of Medicine Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 - 2023]

Drexel University’s main campus is located in Philadelphia, PA and, overall, the school has about 1,000 medical students. The school emphasizes the intersection between research and clinical care and has research centers for nanomedicine and neuroengineering. Drexel’s clinical education provides a “patient-focused practice emphasizing quality, innovation and community service.” Drexel’s mission statement emphasizes diversity alongside… 

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Article by Mary Mahoney / Medical School Admissions / 2023 Med School Applications, Drexel Medical School

July 24, 2022

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Duke University School of Medicine Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 – 2023]

Duke University School of Medicine Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 - 2023]

Duke University’s Medical School is ranked 6th by U.S. News for research and 78th for primary care, and is known for its focus on interdisciplinary learning. It aims to use medical research to solve global problems. Duke emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and attention to community health problems. Consequently it comes as no surprise that Duke’s secondary… 

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Article by Mary Mahoney / Medical School Admissions / 2023 Med School Applications, duke university medical school

July 22, 2022

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Brown Alpert Medical School Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 – 2023]

Brown Alpert Medical School Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 - 2023]

Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University is the only medical school in the state of Rhode Island. For this reason, it offers unparalleled access to all types of clinical settings and hospitals. It has seven teaching hospitals near its medical school campus. Its mission is “The pursuit of health to benefit society.” First and… 

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Article by Alicia Nimonkar / Medical School Admissions / 2023 Med School Applications, Alpert Medical School

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