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Abstract: Have recent technologies changed the way premed applicants have prepared for the MCAT? Common ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Published December 4, 2025
Abstract: Dr. Varnel Antoine, the 2025 Advisor of the Year (Private Institution), talks about his ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated December 3, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
Abstract: Professionalism matters during the application process. This article presents situations where applicants can reaffirm ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated October 27, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
Abstract: Graham Greer, the 2025 Health Professional Student Association Graduate Student Advisor of the Year, ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated October 27, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
Abstract: Faculty serve three to four year terms on admissions committees, so they can vary ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated October 27, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
Abstract: Undergraduate college ranking plays only a minor role in medical school admissions. GPA and ... Read more
Lee Burnett
Updated October 27, 2025 by Lee Burnett
Abstract: Crafting your application with intention is the first step toward a successful and authentic ... Read more
Autumn Lockett
Updated September 3, 2025 by Autumn Lockett
As thousands of aspiring health professional students seek credible advice about crafting their best possible ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated July 23, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
Have you ever been asked, “How would you describe yourself?” or, “What unique personality traits ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated July 16, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
A sweeping new federal budget bill, dubbed the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” became law on ... Read more
SDN Staff
Updated August 11, 2025 by SDN Staff
Prehealth applicants worry about the importance of a research experience in the application process. Research ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated September 24, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
Applicants have many assumptions about how health professions admissions processes work. While the community of ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated June 25, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
The path to health professions is challenging for all students, but for immigrants and first-generation ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated April 23, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
Transcripts are essential for graduate or professional school applications, and their delivery determines how smoothly ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated April 17, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
Samuel Dyer, MD, PhD has worked for over 25 years as a Medical Science Liaison ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated April 9, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
US medical school applicants are facing a changing landscape where situational judgment tests (SJTs) are ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated March 19, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
SOFtoSOM, Special Operations Forces to School of Medicine, is a 501(c)3 nonprofit focused on supporting ... Read more
Kyle Magatelli
Updated February 12, 2025 by Kyle Magatelli
Research data on optimal health professional application timelines, including application prep, entrance exam timing, and secondary submission strategies.
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated June 2, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
Higher education has seen a demographic shift, with more high school students or graduates taking ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated January 16, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
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