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Collecting letters of recommendation is a stressful part of the medical school application process. To make it easier for you to decide which letters to collect, I did the research! (You’re welcome.) There is an exciting development this year—there are no longer any medical schools that require a pre-health committee letter of recommendation from your …
What an amazing turnout we had for our recent live session, Your Burning Questions – Answered! A Live Med School Admissions Q&A! Our panel of experts served up vital information and our attendees asked them great questions that were of interest to everyone. Did you miss the event? No worries. We’ve made the session available …
[powerpress] What is the U. of Iowa’s PA program all about [Show Summary] The role of Physician Assistant was introduced less than 60 years ago and the University of Iowa’s Physician Assistant Program has been at the forefront since day one. Tony Brenneman, the Program Director shares what the program offers and how applicants can …
Fortunately, it’s easier to tackle a poor MCAT score than a poor GPA. While you should not retake the exam too many times, a better-prepared second or even third attempt can be a sound strategy. Many people find that studying independently or with a group of friends works well. Reviewing your old class notes and …
Each year on Match Day, thousands of medical school students and graduates learn where they will receive their specialty training. This year’s Main Residency Match took place on Friday, March 18th. And with events at many medical schools – many of them in-person this year! – it was a cause for celebration for many participants …
In our last post, we talked about how to assess your application weaknesses. If you’re feeling a bit fragile now, that’s to be expected – you’ve just undergone a pretty brutal review of your application! But the admissions committee is scrutinizing submissions with the same critical eye. Anticipating the problems so you can correct them …
What should you do if you applied to med school and all you’ve received are rejections? You knew there was a possibility that this would happen, but that doesn’t erase the sting. What can you do now? How can you move forward? To start with, know you’re not alone. In the 2021 application cycle, only …
Our free, live session, Your Burning Questions – Answered! A Live Med School Admissions Q&A, is coming up soon, and you still have time to register! This session will show you the smart way to plan for each element of the application process without feeling overwhelmed, help you understand what med schools are looking in …
Getting ready to apply to med school? It’s understandable that you might be nervous, since there’s a lot on the line. But remember, this process is a marathon, not a sprint, and we want to help you prepare for every mile of the race. If med school is in your future, our upcoming webinar is …
[powerpress] Interested in a spot in Georgetown University SOM? [Show Summary] Dr. Ellen Dugan, Georgetown Medical School’s Senior Associate Dean for Admissions and Financial Aid, describes how cura personalis, or care of the whole person, drives the Georgetown experience and curriculum. Interview with Dr. Ellen Dugan, Georgetown Medical School’s senior associate dean for admissions [Show …
The stakes are high when applying to medical school, and naturally, you want to make sure you’re doing it right. We know you have questions, too, such as: Should I still apply with a low GPA? What can I do to show I belong in med school despite my GPA? I couldn’t get clinical experience …
Did you miss our recent webinar, titled The Reapplicant’s Guide to Medical School Acceptance? In it, Accepted founder and CEO Linda Abraham showed attendees how to recover from med school rejection and prepare for a successful reapplication. If you weren’t able to join us, don’t worry! It’s available now for free, on-demand viewing. Watch the …
In this 30-minute session, one of our admissions consultants will review your profile, assess your chances of acceptance at your target programs, and tell you exactly where you stand.
