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The Fastest Way to Medical School Is Slowly: Avoiding Early Premed Mistakes [Episode 608]

In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, host Dr. Valerie Wherley sits down with Dr. Barry Rothman, Senior Admissions Consultant at Accepted, to explore the most common mistakes premeds make early in their journey to medical school. Drawing on his decades of experience as a researcher, professor, post-bac program founder, and advisor, Dr. Rothman emphasizes …

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UNMC College of Medicine Secondary Application Essay Tips and Timeline [2025–2026], Class Profile

The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) College of Medicine offers an innovative, learner-centered curriculum designed to prepare physicians who excel in clinical practice, biomedical research, and health systems science. With campuses in Omaha and Kearney, UNMC provides state-of-the-art classrooms, simulation centers, and clinical skills labs that support hands-on learning.  The program emphasizes interprofessional collaboration, …

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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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George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences Secondary Application Essay Tips and Timeline [2025–2026], Class Profile

The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences (GW SMHS) is the 11th oldest medical school in the country and has a mission of improving health locally, nationally, and globally. Located in Washington, DC, the campus is within walking distance of both the White House and the National Mall.  The school’s traditional MD …

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How Many Med Schools Should You Apply To? [Episode 607]

In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, Dr. Herman “Flash” Gordon, former chair of the University of Arizona College of Medicine’s admissions committee, shares his expertise on one of the most common questions premeds face: How many medical schools should you apply to? Drawing on decades of experience in neuroscience, medical education, and admissions consulting, …

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Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons Secondary Application Essay Tips and Timeline [2025–2026], Class Profile

The Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons (VP&S) at Columbia University is one of the nation’s leading medical schools, dedicated to preparing students to become leaders in patient care, research, education, and health policy. With more than 2,000 faculty members and only 140 students admitted each year, VP&S delivers a highly personalized and rigorous medical …

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Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Secondary Application Essay Tips and Timeline [2025–2026], Class Profile

The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, located in New York City, is dedicated to training future physicians and scientists who will transform healthcare and biomedical research. As the medical and graduate school for the Mount Sinai Health System, the Icahn School of Medicine offers unparalleled clinical, research, and educational opportunities in a world-class …

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NYU Grossman School of Medicine Secondary Application Essay Tips and Timeline [2025–2026], Class Profile

The New York University (NYU) Grossman School of Medicine, located in the heart of New York City, is a leader in reimagining medical education for the 21st century. Known for pioneering the first three-year MD program among top academic medical schools and offering full-tuition scholarships to all MD students, the school empowers future physicians to …

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Weill Cornell Medical College Secondary Application Essay Tips and Timeline [2025–2026], Class Profile

Weill Cornell Medical College (WCMC), located in the heart of New York City, offers a progressive, fully integrated medical education that blends the scientific basis of medicine, patient care, and physicianship. Its innovative curriculum emphasizes active learning, self-directed inquiry, and small-group collaboration, while providing early and sustained clinical exposure to one of the most diverse …

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University of California, Davis, School of Medicine Secondary Application Essay Tips and Timeline [2025–2026], Class Profile

The University of California, Davis (UC Davis), School of Medicine, which is located in Northern California, is a mission-driven institution committed to training California’s physician leaders and fostering community partnerships. The school has been consistently recognized for its excellence in primary care training.   Students have the opportunity to learn at the UC Davis Medical Center, …

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The Role of the Committee Letter: Your Key to Medical School Acceptance

Letters of evaluation are critical elements of a competitive medical school application. A strong letter will complement your essays and experience descriptions, giving admissions committee members a valuable outside perspective on your potential in the field of medicine. Medical schools accept three types of letters: individual letters, letter packets, and committee letters. However, many schools …

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CASPA: Everything You Need to Know About the Experiences Section

The Centralized Application Service for Physician Assistants (CASPA) is the primary application service for graduate physician assistant (PA) programs. The CASPA application contains four primary categories: Personal Information, Academic History, Supporting Information, and Program Materials. You will need to gather, organize, and write lots of documents to complete the application, but the Experiences section (within …

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