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248: Is Transferring Schools Going To Effect My Application?

2024-01-1032:37

This premed has transferred schools a couple of times. They want to know if that's going to reflect negatively on them.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMappdMedEd MediaMedical School HQ Facebook pageMedical School HQ YouTube channelInstagram @MedicalSchoolHQJoin the Application Academy!The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal StatementThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application ProcessThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School InterviewBlueprint MCAT

247: How Can I Fight The Fear I've Destroyed My Chances?

2024-01-0317:23

This premed is experiencing some imposter syndrome. They want to make sure they haven't blown their chance!Links:Full Episode Blog PostMappdMedEd MediaMedical School HQ Facebook pageMedical School HQ YouTube channelInstagram @MedicalSchoolHQJoin the Application Academy!The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal StatementThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application ProcessThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School InterviewBlueprint MCAT

246: Recovering From a Low GPA, What Are My Chances?

2023-12-2019:33

This premed had a low freshman GPA, but since then they've been doing really well. They want to know if that low freshman GPA will have a negative effect on their application.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMappdMedEd MediaMedical School HQ Facebook pageMedical School HQ YouTube channelInstagram @MedicalSchoolHQJoin the Application Academy!The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal StatementThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application ProcessThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School InterviewBlueprint MCAT

245: How do I Navigate Secondaries as a NP?

2023-12-1318:19

This Nurse Practitioner turned premed wants to know how to navigate secondaries as a NP.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMappdMedEd MediaMedical School HQ Facebook pageMedical School HQ YouTube channelInstagram @MedicalSchoolHQJoin the Application Academy!The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal StatementThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application ProcessThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School InterviewBlueprint MCAT

244: After Difficult Circumstances, Should I Give Up?

2023-12-0634:14

This nontrad premed experienced a few unfortunate events that have made their path much more difficult. They want to know what path there is forward.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMappdMedEd MediaMedical School HQ Facebook pageMedical School HQ YouTube channelInstagram @MedicalSchoolHQJoin the Application Academy!The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal StatementThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application ProcessThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School InterviewBlueprint MCAT

243: What are Strategies for Students Who Struggle with Testing?

2023-11-2918:06

This student considers himself to be a horrible test taker. He wants to know what strategies to take with studying for the MCAT.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMappdKhan AcademyMedEd MediaMedical School HQ Facebook pageMedical School HQ YouTube channelInstagram @MedicalSchoolHQJoin the Application Academy!The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal StatementThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application ProcessThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School InterviewBlueprint MCAT

242: No Perfect 4.0. Do I Need a Postbac?

2023-11-2223:46

This student wants to know if he is going to need a postbac or not based on his current stats.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMappdMedEd MediaMedical School HQ Facebook pageMedical School HQ YouTube channelInstagram @MedicalSchoolHQJoin the Application Academy!The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal StatementThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application ProcessThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School InterviewBlueprint MCAT

241: Is it Okay For Career Changers to Go To Community College?

2023-11-1512:50

After graduating with a degree in English, this student realized that she wanted to be a doctor. Will community college be enough for her prereqs?Links:Full Episode Blog PostMappdMedEd MediaMedical School HQ Facebook pageMedical School HQ YouTube channelInstagram @MedicalSchoolHQJoin the Application Academy!The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal StatementThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application ProcessThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School InterviewBlueprint MCAT

240: Can You Pursue Passion and Prove Academic Prowess?

2023-11-0816:00

This student needs to prove her academic ability. At the same time, she's interested in pursuing a master's program focused on public health.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMappdMedEd MediaMedical School HQ Facebook pageMedical School HQ YouTube channelInstagram @MedicalSchoolHQJoin the Application Academy!The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal StatementThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application ProcessThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School InterviewBlueprint MCAT

239: Is Medical Interpretation Clinical?

2023-11-0125:04

This student wants to know if working as a medical interpreter can be considered clinical experience.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMappdMedEd MediaMedical School HQ Facebook pageMedical School HQ YouTube channelInstagram @MedicalSchoolHQJoin the Application Academy!The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal StatementThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application ProcessThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School InterviewBlueprint MCATMission Accepted

238: Is Openness About Health Right for Your Application?

2023-10-2513:36

This student is struggling to decide if they should include a health issue on their application because they aren't sure if adcoms will take it well.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMappdMedEd MediaMedical School HQ Facebook pageMedical School HQ YouTube channelInstagram @MedicalSchoolHQJoin the Application Academy!The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal StatementThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application ProcessThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School InterviewBlueprint MCAT

237: Is BSMD Right For Me?

2023-10-0415:35

This high school student is interested in exploring the BSMD route, she wants to know what steps she needs to take and if it's right for her.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMappdMedEd MediaMedical School HQ Facebook pageMedical School HQ YouTube channelInstagram @MedicalSchoolHQJoin the Application Academy!The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal StatementThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application ProcessThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School InterviewBlueprint MCAT

236: Clearing the Air on All Three Application Services

2023-09-2714:16

These reapplicant has decided to apply to all three application services, they want to get some clarification on the requirements each of them have. Links:Full Episode Blog PostMappdMedEd MediaMedical School HQ Facebook pageMedical School HQ YouTube channelInstagram @MedicalSchoolHQJoin the Application Academy!The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal StatementThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application ProcessThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School InterviewBlueprint MCAT

235: My Trend Looks like a Rollercoaster, Can I Still Apply?

2023-09-2018:56

This student's GPA is all over the place. They're taking an SMP but they're worried that won't be enough to show med schools that they're academically capable. What should they do?Links:Full Episode Blog PostMappdMedEd MediaMedical School HQ Facebook pageMedical School HQ YouTube channelInstagram @MedicalSchoolHQJoin the Application Academy!The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal StatementThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application ProcessThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School InterviewBlueprint MCAT

234: Do Community College Prereqs Need a Refresh?

2023-09-1313:07

This student went to community college before they attended a four-year university. They want to know if they need to retake the prereqs they took in community college.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMappdMedEd MediaMedical School HQ Facebook pageMedical School HQ YouTube channelInstagram @MedicalSchoolHQJoin the Application Academy!The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal StatementThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application ProcessThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School InterviewBlueprint MCAT

233: Reapplying: MCAT Retakes - When is it Too Late?

2023-09-0612:19

This student needs to reapply to med school and retake the MCAT. They already have a standing MCAT score. They want to know when it's too late for them to retake the test.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMappdMedEd MediaMedical School HQ Facebook pageMedical School HQ YouTube channelInstagram @MedicalSchoolHQJoin the Application Academy!The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal StatementThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application ProcessThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School InterviewBlueprint MCATApplication Renovation

232: 4th Times The Charm: Have I Taken The MCAT Too Many Times?

2023-08-3015:54

This student has taken the MCAT three times and hasn't done too well. They're worried that if they take it again it will be a red flag to medical schools.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMappdMedEd MediaPMY 337: How to Overcome Test Anxiety and Take Back ControlMedical School HQ Facebook pageMedical School HQ YouTube channelInstagram @MedicalSchoolHQJoin the Application Academy!The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal StatementThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application ProcessThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School InterviewBlueprint MCAT

231: Late to the Game: How Do I Find Extracurriculars Now?

2023-08-2317:06

This student is a junior with no extracurricular experience, can they catch up in time?Links:Full Episode Blog PostMappdMedEd MediaMedical School HQ Facebook pageMedical School HQ YouTube channelInstagram @MedicalSchoolHQJoin the Application Academy!The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal StatementThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application ProcessThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School InterviewBlueprint MCAT

230: MCAT Reality Check: Should I Apply Now or Hold Off?

2023-08-0922:23

This student has had terrible luck with their MCAT scores. They are sure they will get rejected, but they want to apply anyways. What should they do?Links:Full Episode Blog PostMappdMedEd MediaMedical School HQ Facebook pageMedical School HQ YouTube channelInstagram @MedicalSchoolHQJoin the Application Academy!The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal StatementThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application ProcessThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School InterviewBlueprint MCAT

229: Is it Worth it To Retake the MCAT Mid-Cycle?

2023-08-0230:21

This student had an okay score on the MCAT, but it wasn't amazing. They want to know if retaking could hurt their chances.Links:Full Episode Blog Postwww.premedyears.com/437 MedEd MediaMedical School HQ Facebook pageMedical School HQ YouTube channelInstagram @MedicalSchoolHQJoin the Application Academy!The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal StatementThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application ProcessThe Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School InterviewBlueprint MCAT

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