You got into b-school, graduated, and now you’ve got to pay back those loans. Enter Dan Mullaney, a McDonough grad and founder of MBA Project Search. Listen to the full recording of the show to learn about MBA Project Search, its origins, how it functions today, and how it can help soon-to-be students and professionals live…
CommonBond’s Story: A Revolution in Student Loans
Welcome to the glorious world of applications, admissions, and…well, student loans. CommonBond to the rescue! Meet David Klein and Michael Taormina, Wharton grads and co-founders of this very exciting student loan financing startup. Listen to the full recording of the show to learn about CommonBond, student loans in general and some excellent advice on financing…
Which Schools are Good for PE/VC and VC-Backed Entrepreneurship
Admit it: You love the ring of ‘venture capital’ and ‘private equity.’ Enter Pitchbook, the ultimate resource for those looking for a future in PE/VC (and those looking for VCs to fund their futures). Listen to the full recording of our conversation with Andy White, Senior Research Associate for Pitchbook for some great stats, info,…
What You Need to Know About Postbac Programs
Career changers and academic enhancers on the way to med school: Meet Dr. Barry Rothman, a leader in the field of postbac education, SFSU Professor of Biology, Director of Postbac Programs, Director of SFSU’s Health Professionals Advising Committee, Director of the Pre-Health Professions Certificate Program, and Director of the SFSU U of Pacific Dental Postbac…
How to Edit Your Application Essays
In an exclusive interview with… well, herself, Linda Abraham shares some advice that she’s learned over the course of almost two decades of application essay editing. Listen to the full recording of this excellent episode to learn concrete steps you can take right now to ensure that your essays are working for –and not against…
MBA Video Essays: A Conversation with Rotman’s Niki da Silva
A new era has dawned in the land of MBA admissions. Fewer essays. Shorter word limits. And mandatory video essays – introduced to the admissions scene by Rotman, Canada’s leading MBA program. Want to know more about how the video essays came about, how they work, and most importantly – how to ace them? Listen…
A Window into the World and Life of Medical Scribes
For future med school applicants, clinical experience is gold. One fantastic way to get some serious hands-on exposure is to work as a Clinical Information Manager (CIM). For more information, listen to the full recording of our podcast interview with Kathleen Gregg, Regional Manager of Clinical Information Managers for Emergency Medical Associates, a physician management…
From Luxury Marketing to Entrepreneurship: A Talk with Daria Burke
How does someone with a degree in English end up pursuing an MBA at NYU Stern? Why attend a program famous for its ties to Wall St. when you’re interested in marketing? And why abandon the glamorous world of beauty and luxury marketing for the world of start-ups and social enterprise? Listen to the full…
MCAT Tips and Strategy: An Interview with Don Osborne
If you are a pre-med in denial before the ominous MCAT, prepare yourself for a reality check. The time to start thinking about the MCAT is right now and our latest podcast episode is just what the doctor prescribed. Take the first step now by listening to the full recording of our interview with Don…
Non-Academic Careers for PhDs: A Talk with Dr. Paula Chambers
Attention PhD applicants and students: You have devoted yourself to the subject that has captured your heart and mind… but is there a career awaiting you at the end of the road? For the answer to this question and more, listen to the recording of our interview with our passionate guest, Dr. Paula Chambers, founder…
NUS: A Small but Mighty Academic Powerhouse in Asia
The National University of Singapore is was recently ranked #2 for two-year international MBA programs by Forbes. The program is a rising star in the financial center of Singapore. Listen to the full recording of our highly informative conversation with Professor Nitin Pangarkar and Ms. Wai Yee, Sr Associate Director of the NUS Business School…
Admissions Straight Talk: Interview with Chris Ryan
Welcome to the fifth episode of Accepted Admissions Straight Talk, a biweekly podcast about what’s new, thought-provoking, and useful in the world of graduate admissions! For advice, insight, and info, check out the full audio of our great conversation with Chris Ryan: 00:24:50 – Meet Chris Ryan, VP of Manhattan GMAT, Author of Case…
Healthcare Management at Wharton and at Large
Healthcare related opportunities for MBA graduates are on the rise, and the Health Care Management Program is at the cutting edge of preparing students to enter this exciting and dynamic field. Listen to the full recording of our podcast interview with June Kinney to learn more about healthcare management’s past, present, and future. June is…
Interview with Jon Hodge
For this week’s episode of Accepted Admissions Straight Talk, we interviewed Jon Hodge of Strictly English. Check out the full recording to hear our great conversation about test prep, the latest technology in test-taking and more! 00:29:00 – Introducing Jon Hodge, founder and owner of Strictly English. 01:26:00 – The origins of Strictly English and…
Global Business Leadership at Wharton’s Lauder Institute
International business is booming, and there is no better place to prepare for a future in global business leadership than at the Lauder Institute at the University of Pennsylvania. Listen to the full recording of our podcast interview for answers and insights into the Lauder Institute. 00:01:20 – Introducing Dr. Marcy Bevan, Director of Admissions…
Jeff Reid on Entrepreneurship
If you dream of entrepreneurship, tune in to our conversation with Jeff Reid, Director of the Georgetown Entrepreneurship Initiative. Listen to the full recording to get the lowdown on the program as well as great info, insights and advice for entrepreneurs. 00:01:52 – Meet Jeff Reid, Director of the Georgetown Entrepreneurship Initiative. 00:02:51 – The…
Admissions Straight Talk: Interview with Forte’s Elissa Ellis Sangster
Welcome to the first episode of Accepted Admissions Straight Talk, a biweekly podcast about what’s new, thought-provoking, and useful in the world of graduate admissions! We had a great conversation with Elissa Sangster of Forté Foundation about women and MBA admissions. For advice, insight, and info, check out the full audio. Show Notes 3:30:00 –…
A Conversation with Student National Medical Association’s Kemi Tomobi
Med students and premeds, tune in! Join Linda Abraham and Kemi Tomobi of the Student National Medical Association in a great discussion about med school life. Listen to the full recording for insights and tips. 00:01:33 – Meet Kemi Tomobi: a very personal journey to medical school. 00:05:54 – A bit about the Student National…
Med School Application Process: AMCAS, Secondaries, Interviews, Decisions & More!
How do you turn your secondary application into an interview invite and ultimately an acceptance? Join Linda Abraham for an A-Z discussion about medical school admissions. Listen to the full recording to get the low down on every step of the process from AMCAS essays, to interviews to post-bac options. 00:02:13 – Meet our guest,…
Admissions Straight Talk: Interview with Mark Babbitt
For this week’s episode of Accepted Admissions Straight Talk, Accepted’s biweekly podcast, we interviewed Mark Babbitt, CEO and Founder of YouTern. Check out the full recording to hear our fascinating conversation about student internships. 01:09:00 – Introducing Mark to Admissions Straight Talk. 02:24:00 – YouTern’s background. How did Mark come to found YouTern? 03:37:00 –…
