You can do everything right for years as a premed -- but if your application strategy or timing is off, it can cost you an acceptance -- or even an entire application cycle. As an advisor for 17+ years and 10+ years of reviewing applications, I've seen this happen far more often than it should, and it's something you can avoid with the right strategy.
In this session, we’ll break down the most common mistakes applicants make when preparing and submitting their medical school applications, including misidentifying weaknesses, unclear or unfocused narratives, and poor application strategy (timing, school list, and positioning).
Through real examples, you’ll learn how these mistakes show up—and more importantly, how to fix them using a structured approach.
This session is especially helpful for students who:
- Are preparing to apply (or re-apply) and want to avoid common mistakes that can weaken their application
- Are unsure what exactly is holding their application back (GPA, MCAT, essays, or school list)
- Want a clearer, more strategic plan for how to strength and position their application this cycle
You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of where your application stands, what may be holding you back, and how to move forward more strategically.
