Summer break is over and it’s time to get back to school! For many premeds, this time of year might be a bit daunting and worrisome. Is this the semester that you have to get a 4.0? Is this the semester you take the MCAT? Is this the semester that you are premed club president? […]
Medical schools are looking for the brightest and best premed students that are best fit for their program’s mission. Premed students likewise are searching for the best medical school which will allow them to thrive academically as well as in other endeavors. The school you choose will not only dictate your academic path but will […]
Year by year, medical school admissions is becoming more competitive. According to AMCAS data, in 2006, the average gpa for matriculating into medical school was a 3.64. In 2016, the average gpa has increased to 3.7 and it will likely continue to rise. Students have more leadership roles, spend more time overseas, and are all […]
It’s no secret that the premed journey is rough. The stress of exams, managing time, and making life decisions can take a huge toll on you. Furthermore, these things all happen during some of the most important years of your life. It is during this time that you will be away from your parents and […]
Choosing the right specialty is easy right? Go to medical school, get decent grades, then start a residency in your field of interest. That’s all there is to it! WRONG! There are a few things that are never truly explained to premedical students, one of which is how to choose a specialty. Here are 3 […]
What is holding you back from pursuing a career in medicine? What keeps you from going in 100%? Have doubts creeped into your life and destroyed your premed dream? Is there someone whispering in your ear that you are not good enough or this is the wrong career option for you? There are many misconceptions […]
T‘was the night before MCAT, when all through my mind, Not a law could be remembered, not even Einstein’s. I read and then re-read, my last minute cramming, But rather instead, my brain kept on jamming. On practice exams, my scores weren’t so great, So now you can see, why I’m up studying so late. […]
This is the question that every premed student must answer. It is the automatic query that follows after you have informed someone of your future goal to become a doctor. It is also the question many med school interviewers will ask in an attempt to gain their first impression of you. “Why do you want […]
Your medical school personal statement is one of the most important components of your application. This short essay can be the deciding factor as to whether or not you will spend the remainder of your life practicing medicine. To be honest, most personal statements will be similar enough that they’ll fit right in with the […]
I am frequently asked for advice on what a premed student can do excel in class. As long as you are not at the very top of your class, there is always room for improvement. Since I now consider myself a professional student, I will share 5 simple recommendations that will likely improve your chances […]
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