Retaking Classes For Med School: What Every Premed Needs to Know
If you have retaken classes in the past – or expect to need to retake a class in the future…
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Applying to Medical School with a Low Science GPA
The process of applying to medical school is stressful. And since selection committees are looking for evidence that you are…
GPA Issues When Applying to Med School: What to do With a “W”
Almost everybody has a blemish on their GPA. Usually it’s a failed class or a semester of poor grades. But…
How Your Academic Statistics Influence Your Medical School Choices
The most reliable source of information about allopathic medical schools is provided on the Medical School Admissions Requirements (MSAR) website,…
Improve Your MCAT Score for Medical School Acceptance
Fortunately, it’s easier to tackle a poor MCAT score than a poor GPA. While you should not retake the exam…
Boost Your GPA for Medical School Acceptance
In our last post, we talked about how to assess your application weaknesses. If you're feeling a bit fragile now,…
How to Apply Successfully to Grad School Despite a Low GPA [Episode 458]
What steps can you take to get accepted despite a low GPA? [Show Summary] Linda Abraham outlines five steps for…
Low Stats Got You Stressed About Med School?
Our recent masterclass, Get Accepted to Medical School with Low Stats, offered a treasure trove of tangible guidance on how…
Tips for Applicants With a Low MCAT Score
Medical school applicants (or any other professional school applicant) must assess their credentials realistically to present themselves in the best…
How Does the Med School Adcom View Multiple MCAT Scores?
In 2007, the MCAT was first offered electronically. Prior to this technological shift, the MCAT was only offered a limited…
3 Ways to Deal with a Low MCAT Score
After weeks of patiently waiting, you finally receive your MCAT score, only to realize that it’s much lower than you’d…
Writing About Weaknesses in Your Med School Personal Statement
When coming up with material for your medical school personal statement, it’s important that you ask yourself the following: Are…
Rejected From Medical School 3x – Today a Pediatric Resident and Mom [Episode 238]
You’ve taken the MCAT, maybe even applied and been rejected. Discouraged? Don’t be. Hear Dr. Allie’s story. Allie Lyle had…
How to Improve Your Study Skills to Become a More Competitive Med School Applicant
As an aspiring doctor, you have a lot on your plate. Upgrading your study skills now can help you learn…
Applying to Med School With Low Stats? Read This.
Medical school admissions are competitive: it’s a fact of the process. If your GPA or MCAT is lower than average…
An M1 Who Smashed Every Obstacle on Her Path to Med School
This interview is the latest in an Accepted blog series featuring interviews with medical school applicants and students, offering readers…
Your Past Doesn’t Define You [Episode 209]
Today’s one of those shows where I’m going to be the sole presenter. I actually started preparing this show during…
Help Your Child Boost Their Premed GPA
Do you want to help your premed child get into med school...without having to nag or stress them out? This series…
5 A’s for Your Low GPA [Episode 137]
Not proud of your undergrad GPA? Concerned it will hamper your chances of graduate acceptance? Get ready to find…