Wondering if a career as a doctor would be a good fit for you? Already decided you want to apply to medical school, but not sure where to start? In order to help premedical students understand what ... Read more
Student Doctor Network
Updated June 26, 2022 by Student Doctor Network
Recently, I rounded out a full decade as a professional admissions consultant, assisting candidates with residency and medical school applications. One thing I’ve noted over the last ten years is that, regrettably, many applicants repeat ... Read more
Michelle Finkel
Updated July 21, 2022 by Michelle Finkel
Being a pre-medical student means committing to a years-long process aimed at ultimately gaining admission to medical school. No matter how many years away you may currently be from applying, starting the new year with ... Read more
Cassie Kosarek
Updated June 26, 2022 by Cassie Kosarek
It’s not surprising that one of the questions we’re asked most frequently is, “When should I take my MCAT exam?” Between class, extra-curricular activities, a job, and remembering to relax and have fun every now ... Read more
AAMC Staff
Updated June 26, 2022 by AAMC Staff
Don’t miss Part I of this article, which covered how to prepare before the interview and general interview advice. COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTIONS 1. Tell me about yourself You should have prepared for this! Like I said, ... Read more
bluestreaks
Updated June 26, 2022 by bluestreaks
I did 21 interviews. Don’t ask how much it cost because I don’t enjoy thinking about it! Basically, it was roughly the “Top 25” schools if you listen to US News. Since I gained a ... Read more
bluestreaks
Updated June 26, 2022 by bluestreaks
It’s important to remember that as you prepare for and apply to medical school, there isn’t one set path you must take. It’s okay if your path takes different twists and turns along the way. ... Read more
AAMC Staff
Updated June 26, 2022 by AAMC Staff
Although repeated to the point of being cliche, “to help people” is one of the most popular answers would-be doctors give when asked why they want to go into medicine. The great news is that ... Read more
Brian Wu
Updated June 26, 2022 by Brian Wu
When did you first hear about medical scribes? I first heard the term ‘medical scribe’ from a friend of my mother, a nurse at Fairview Hospice. She knew that I was looking for meaningful work ... Read more
Alyssa Kettler
Updated June 26, 2022 by Alyssa Kettler
Organic Chemistry is a hurdle every premed must undertake. For many, it can dissuade you from pursuing your dreams of becoming a physician. This guide is here to prevent that, and instead help you come ... Read more
StudySchedule
Updated June 26, 2022 by StudySchedule
Before medical school, the dream of becoming a physician involves helping people and curing disease. During medical school, that dream matures through educational and clinical experiences into a realization that being a physician is something ... Read more
Universal Notes
Updated June 26, 2022 by Universal Notes
Two days before interviewing at the medical school I now attend, I couldn’t get out of bed. At the nadir of my eighth major depressive episode in eight years, I seriously considered whether I could ... Read more
Emily Forest
Updated August 11, 2025 by Emily Forest
A friend of mine studied film in college and subsequently found himself working as a cameraman for a documentary television program about the lives of EMTs and ER physicians. He experienced some very tense situations, ... Read more
Ryan Hickey
Updated June 26, 2022 by Ryan Hickey
The path to becoming a doctor can feel daunting. For those of us that don’t come from a medical family, it can be challenging to navigate what all you need to do to be a ... Read more
Megan Riddle
Updated June 26, 2022 by Megan Riddle
One of the most important phases of the application process is your interview. It’s your chance to demonstrate your communication and interpersonal skills, judgment, maturity, and the qualities that are important for a future physician. ... Read more
AAMC Staff
Updated June 26, 2022 by AAMC Staff
As with any high stakes exam, it’s not surprising that there are a number of rumors circulating around the MCAT exam. So we are busting three of the top myths about the MCAT scores and ... Read more
AAMC Staff
Updated June 26, 2022 by AAMC Staff
Applying to medical school is a humbling experience, even if you have a successful application cycle. No matter how great your pre-medical advisor is or how many articles you have read about the process, you ... Read more
Cassie Kosarek
Updated June 26, 2022 by Cassie Kosarek
This article originally ran on ASDA’s blog, Mouthing Off, on Feb. 3, 2016. ASDA encourages all predentals to join us in celebrating DAT Week 2016 and becoming a member of the association. Remember studying for the SATs? Or ... Read more
Joseph Manzella Jr
Updated June 26, 2022 by Joseph Manzella Jr
Post-baccalaureate or “post-bacc” programs, for short, are often discussed among pre-med students. While post-bacc programs can benefit students with many types of backgrounds, they are not for everyone–and knowing this ahead of time is important, ... Read more
Brian Wu
Updated June 26, 2022 by Brian Wu