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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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…
An Inside Look at The Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine [Episode 482]
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…
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…
Applying to the Stanford Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program: Everything You Need to Know [2022 – 2023]
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
How to Prep for the MCAT [Episode 480]
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….
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…
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…
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…
George Washington School of Medicine and Health Sciences Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 – 2023]
George Washington SMHS centers its curriculum and mission on its ability to graduate “Physician Citizens.” Since the school is located in the most powerful city in the U.S., Washington D.C., GW emphasizes the opportunities to engage the area’s diverse communities. It is essential to have experience working in diverse communities as a member of a…
Columbia Medical School Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 – 2023]
Columbia’s medical school places a high premium on creating physician-leaders who can communicate with their patients and who are positioned to collaborate with other health care professionals in different settings. Columbia Medical School (Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons) 2022 – 2023 secondary application essay tips Columbia Medical School secondary application essay #1 Have you previously…
Penn State College of Medicine Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 – 2023]
Penn State College of Medicine offers accelerated programs for students interested in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Orthopedics, Emergency Medicine and Neurosurgery to complete their training in three years. It provides an interdisciplinary training environment for students from their medical school, physician assistant program and nursing school to train together. Through its Global Health Scholars Program,…
Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University Secondary Application Tips [2022 – 2023]
The Lewis Katz School of Medicine has several campus locations in Pennsylvania. The school emphasizes hand-on, collaborative learning, community service, and the intersection between research and clinical care. It is one of the top ranked research-oriented schools. Temple also features a “simulation center” where students take a hands-on approach to clinical work. Lewis Katz School…
David Geffen School of Medicine (UCLA) Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 – 2023]
The David Geffen School of Medicine (UCLA) is interested in physician excellence, leadership and impact. According to Clarence H. Braddock, III, MD – the Vice Dean of Education and Chief Medical Education Officer, the Geffen SOM is interested in change, innovation, research, health, education, advocacy and humanistic care. Also, UCLA is standing by an initiative…
UC Davis Medical School Secondary Application Essay Tips [2022 – 2023]
According to the U.S. News and World Report, UCDSOM is ranked #8 for primary care and #51 for research. This medical school campus is unique in that they have seven student-run clinics: Paul Hom Asian Clinic, Clinica Tepati, Imani Clinic, Shifa Clinic, Joan Viteri Memorial Clinic, Bayanihan Clinic, and the Willow Clinic. Medical students can…
How to Get Accepted to the University of Colorado School of Medicine [Podcast 478]
Find out what’s new to the U. of Colorado SOM curriculum [Show Summary] The University of Colorado School of Medicine has introduced a new curriculum that includes clinical training starting in year two and a longitudinal approach to patient care. Dr. Jeffrey SooHoo, the Assistant Dean for Admissions explains everything applicants will want to know…
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