Premed Student Resources

Admissions Part 4: AMCAS Takeaways

By Ari Morgenstern 1. Revise before submitting the AMCAS There is only one chance to submit the AMCAS per application cycle. Any errors or revisions will be difficult, if not impossible, to correct. Therefore, it is imperative to review the AMCAS a few days prior to submitting. Additionally, you should have family, friends, or mentors review...

Reapplying to Medical School: Changing Your Approach

By Emily Hause Are you reapplying to medical school? Maybe you were declined from the schools you applied to, or you are coming back after some time off. Regardless of your situation, gearing up for a second (or third) application cycle requires some forethought and strategy. How to improve your candidacy when reapplying Getting back...

How To Choose a Pre-Med Major

Choosing your field of study is important—but not as important as your MCAT score! Choosing a pre-med major can be one of the most important decisions you make, even before you step foot on a college campus. Some students will have already long ago decided which field of study they want to pursue; others may...

5 Myths About Earning a Killer MCAT Score

By: Kaplan Test Prep Hitting your target MCAT score is an important part of the medical school application process, and it’s a component that causes many pre-med applicants a great deal of stress and anxiety. But there’s also a lot of misinformation floating around out there. Let’s address the some of the most common MCAT...