The Boston University (BU) Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine (SOM) – formerly the Boston University School of Medicine – has a 175+ year legacy of innovation, inclusion, and service to the community. From its historic founding as the first coeducational medical school in the United States, BU has trained generations of physicians and researchers …
by Kelly Wilson
If you’re a strong applicant who has no weaknesses, low stats, or application inconsistencies to explain, then you might be able to skip the optional essay. But the optional essay is not an option in the following two cases: 1. There is a weakness or inconsistency in your application. Suppose your grades plummeted during your …
Great news – you’ve been invited to interview at the graduate school of your choice! This means the program is seriously interested in you, and you’ve moved one important step closer to being accepted. To make the most of this opportunity, preparation is essential. Your goal is to demonstrate not only your enthusiasm for and …
by Marie Todd
The preparation for a successful college application does not happen overnight but is instead the culmination of years of work throughout high school. However, not all aspiring college students take the correct steps leading up to, and during, the application process. Here are four mistakes successful college candidates don’t make and that you should avoid, …
Harvard Medical School (HMS) has a long history of preparing future leaders in medicine, science, and healthcare through its mission to alleviate human suffering. HMS blends cutting-edge biomedical research with a patient-centered curriculum, giving students early and meaningful clinical experience while also providing opportunities for inquiry, innovation, and global health engagement. With curricular tracks such …
by Steven Tagle
Choosing your undergraduate major is a big decision. Before you settle on one, consider these suggestions to help you identify the right choice for your personality, skills, and aptitudes. College Courses Career Exploration Activities, Jobs, and Internships After investing in this research and some of these activities, you will feel confident that you have chosen …
What happens when your first med school application cycle doesn’t go as planned? In this inspiring episode of Admissions Straight Talk, host Dr. Valerie Wherley sits down with Mory Gould, now an M1 at the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine, to share his candid journey from reapplicant to successful medical student. Mory opens up …
As you begin your third year of medical school, what are you doing to prepare for the residency match? Chances are, you’re up to your eyeballs in rotations and exams and everything else that goes into the third year of your medical degree, and you’re probably not thinking much about your personal statement or future …
by Marie Todd
The University of Pennsylvania, or Penn, was established in 1790 and is one of the oldest universities in America. This prestigious Ivy League school is known for its top-notch research as well as its undergraduate programs that focus on practical applications grounded in a strong liberal arts foundation. It accepts the Common App or the …
With almost 200 years of history, Tulane University School of Medicine (TUSOM) offers a comprehensive medical education rooted in innovation, community engagement, and clinical excellence. Located in the heart of downtown New Orleans, TUSOM provides students with early clinical exposure, system-based learning, and opportunities to explore dual degrees such as the MD/MPH, MD/MBA, and MD/MS …
Chicago Medical School (CMS) at Rosalind Franklin University (RFU) is a community-based institution with a century-long legacy of educating diverse and compassionate physician leaders. The school emphasizes a patient-centered model of care, equipping students with strong communication, reasoning, and technical skills through early clinical exposure and robust simulation training. Students rotate in a wide variety …
Your residency interview is your chance to show your target programs that you’ve got what it takes to join their team. Everything in your application – including your medical student performance evaluation and other evaluations – is fair game for interviewers. These are some of the most common questions/prompts you’ll hear: You’re also likely to …
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