Premed Student Resources

MCAT Summer Studying

HOW TO STUDY FOR THE MCAT OVER THE SUMMER Your 3-Month Study Plan For The MCAT® Exam Making a plan is a crucial aspect of prepping for the MCAT exam—and it can also be one of the most difficult. Experts recommend that students spend 300-350 hours studying. All summer might seem like plenty of time,...

Celebrating Excellence: Patricia Hernandez, AMSA-PTK Pre-Med Transfer Scholarship Recipient

Meet Patricia Hernandez, a shining example of dedication and determination in the pursuit of her dreams. As the recipient of the AMSA-PTK Pre-Med Transfer Scholarship, she stands out for her exceptional academic achievements and unwavering commitment to serving her community. Currently studying Biological Sciences at Valencia College, Osceola Campus, Florida, Patricia maintains an impressive 4.00...

CHOOSING A MEDICAL SCHOOL

Admissions Insights For medical school admissions, did you know that cuts from primary application submissions will eliminate candidates who fall below a school’s standards for both GPA and MCAT scores? After that, the focus shifts from your intellectual abilities to your non-academic accomplishments. Check out our article to learn more and find out five MCAT...

AAMC PREview® PROFESSIONAL READINESS EXAM

THE WHAT, THE WHY, AND THE HOW Formerly known as the SJT (Situational Judgement Test), the AAMC PREview Professional Readiness Exam tests how ready you really are for med school. This test will give the admissions committees an insight to how well prepared you are to take on the challenges that medical school poses beyond...