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The 2026 applicant experience report examines application costs, professional school financing, admissions and interviews, situational judgment tests, and STEMM pathways across nine chapters.
Emil Chuck, PhD
Published October 22, 2026 by Emil Chuck, PhD
Findings from the 2026 Applicant Experience Survey explore how prehealth applicants use generative AI for essay feedback, interview preparation, and school research. The article examines trust, authenticity, equity, and the need for clear guidance from advisors and admissions programs.
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated October 20, 2026 by Emil Chuck, PhD
A medical student shares how a medical leave of absence changed their approach to training and inspired Pause With a Purpose, a community supporting others who need time away.
Anthony Gallo
Published October 1, 2026 by Anthony Gallo
How should applicants use AI during the medical school application process? Admissions consultants explain where it can help, where it can undermine authentic writing, and why applicants should remain responsible for their ideas, experiences, and final submissions.
Arush Chandna
Updated September 18, 2026 by Arush Chandna
Abstract: While an application to a health professional program represents a single candidate, multiple influencers ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Published September 3, 2026 by Emil Chuck, PhD
Pre-DentalPre-MedicalPre-Occupational TherapyPre-OptometryPre-PharmacyPre-Physical TherapyPre-PodiatryPre-PsychologyPre-Veterinary
Abstract: This article provides advice on writing effective letters of recommendation for a scholarship awardee, ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated August 20, 2026 by Emil Chuck, PhD
Medical SchoolResidency and The Match
In a New York Times article titled “On ‘The Pitt’, She Clocked Out on Time. ... Read more
Dr. David Lenihan, Ph.D., J.D., FRSM
Published August 6, 2026 by Dr. David Lenihan, Ph.D., J.D., FRSM
Twenty-two physician educators share how they built careers in health professions education, from finding mentors to sharing scholarship.
Cynthia Stein and Jennifer Kesselheim
Updated August 21, 2026 by Cynthia Stein and Jennifer Kesselheim
Pre-DentalPre-MedicalPre-Pharmacy
Abstract: Med and dental school admissions committees and references have been asked to assess an ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated August 21, 2026 by Emil Chuck, PhD
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