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What made you want to be in the medical field?
The path to choosing a career in the medical field varies widely for each student. Share with us in the comments why you chose this career path – we'd love to hear your stories!
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TOP 5 FAQ: #5 What are the Components of the Medical School Application? 🤔 Part 2 of 2
Did you miss part one? Check it out here: What are the Components of the Medical School Application Part 1? After submitting your primary application, the next stage of the application process involves completing secondary applications for the individual medical schools to which you’ve applied. Most medical schools will…
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Let's talk about the pathway to medical school!
Want to hear from a formal med student on her path to med school? Check this video out and let us know your thoughts and questions in the comments below!
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🚨❓Ask Us Anything with Maria Lofftus, Admissions Consultant: Clinical vs Research Experience
Hi, my name is Maria Lofftus and I am a Kaplan Medical School Admissions Consultant. I am often asked by applicants which is more important to a medical school admissions committee, research, or clinical experience. They also want to know what makes a good clinical experience. Of all the components of your medical school…
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Free Webinar TONIGHT! Topic: How/Why to gain clinical experience abroad✈️🌍
Atlantis is a company that facilitates opportunities to travel abroad and build your healthcare application. Hear from a panel consisting of Atlantis alumni who spent time during summer break gaining clinical experience. The panelists will discuss this program and answer your questions. This webinar is relevant for any…
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Doctor characteristics!
Hello hello! I know a lot of you out there are in the grind for the first upcoming test dates of 2024, and it's sometimes easy to lose sight of the fact that your goal isn't the MCAT, but medical school! To help you regain your focus, let's talk about the other metrics of what makes you an awesome candidate beyond just…
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What is your long-term goal in the medical field, and how does the MCAT fit into your overall plan?
We all know that an MCAT score is required to apply to most medical schools, but the scores required can vary a lot by school and program. Have you done your research for MD/DO schools? Remember AAMC and AACOM have great resources (such as the MSAR) to learn all about the GPAs and MCAT scores needed to confidently apply!
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What part of med school admissions or the MCAT would you like recommendations for?
🎃 Happy Halloween! No trick - just a treat! Comment below with a👻spooky emoji and the section of the MCAT or part of the admissions process that you feel you least prepared for and we'll respond with some helpful resources.
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What do you wish you knew?
Let's dial back the clock to your first day on campus as a freshman — what do you know now that you wish you'd known that day?
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When are you planning on applying to medical school?
You could be anywhere on your journey right now, but when are you planning to apply to med school? While in undergrad, a couple years after, etc.?