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Embarking on the journey to dental school can be daunting, but with the right strategy, you can transform your aspirations into reality. My Strategy Coach plan is designed to guide you through the dental school application process with clarity, confidence, and a compelling narrative. Having faced the challenges of dental school applications firsthand, I understand the obstacles you might encounter. I was once a reapplicant myself, rejected from over 20 schools. Yet, through perseverance and strategic planning, I not only gained acceptance but also matched into my top-choice residency program. Now, I’m here to help you navigate this path with the insights and strategies I’ve honed over the years. Here’s how we’ll work together: Application Strategy: We’ll start by crafting a personalized application strategy that highlights your unique strengths and experiences. I’ll help you position yourself as a standout candidate, ensuring your application tells a cohesive and compelling story. School Selection: Choosing the right schools is crucial. I’ll assist you in building a balanced list of programs that align with your goals and profile, maximizing your chances of acceptance. AADSAS Application Edit: Your application is your first impression. I’ll provide detailed feedback and edits on your AADSAS application, focusing on clarity, impact, and authenticity. Together, we’ll refine your personal statement and supplemental materials to ensure they resonate with admissions committees. Throughout our sessions, I’ll share the lessons I’ve learned from my own journey and from helping dozens of students succeed in their applications. My goal is to empower you with the tools and confidence you need to excel in this competitive process. Let’s work together to turn your dental school dreams into reality. With the right strategy, you can achieve the success you’ve envisioned.
What you'll get from this package
10 hours of strategic coaching related to choosing schools, planning your road map over the next year, and general advice and guidance for optimizing your application!
Additional details
Coaching delivered via live sessions.
My coaching style is mentorship-driven, honest, and strategic. I work closely with students to understand their background, experiences, and goals so we can build a personalized application strategy that highlights their strengths and tells a compelling story. I provide direct and candid feedback throughout the process on personal statements, activity descriptions, secondary essays, and interview preparation. I don’t sugarcoat feedback - you'll get exactly what I mean, as my goal is to give straightforward, constructive guidance that helps you improve and produce the strongest possible application. I will never write essays for you, but I will give detailed comments, suggestions, and strategy so that your work becomes clear, compelling, and authentically yours. My goal is not only to help you submit a strong application, but also to help you learn how to present your experiences effectively. I’m flexible and easygoing in how we work together, but I also make sure we stay organized and on track with deadlines. I’m results-driven and committed to helping you put forward the strongest application possible.
Response times are typically within 24 hours, though this may occasionally vary depending on my clinical and professional schedule. Regardless, I will ensure you have adequate time to review feedback and submit materials before any deadlines. While I provide strategic guidance, editing feedback, and mentorship throughout the application process, admission to dental school cannot be guaranteed. Admissions decisions are determined solely by individual schools and their committees. Applicants who complete the coaching program and choose to reapply in a future cycle are eligible for a 40% discount on coaching services. To maintain academic integrity, I will not write application materials on behalf of applicants. This includes personal statements, activity descriptions, or secondary essays. My role is to provide feedback, structure, strategy, and revisions, but all submitted work must remain the applicant’s own. All coaching advice is provided to the best of my knowledge and experience, but applicants remain fully responsible for the accuracy and completeness of all information submitted to AADSAS or individual dental schools. Coaching services are intended for guidance and mentorship only, and do not constitute admissions representation, legal advice, or official affiliation with any dental school or admissions committee.
Services included:
School Selection
Application Strategy
AADSAS Application Edit
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