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Where to Apply to Med School

Learn how to find the schools that are the best fit for you and build a smart school list that maximizes your chances of admission.

Personal Statement of Admitted Med Student

Example personal statement for medical school

Your Starter Pack for Med School Interviews

Preparing for medical school interviews can feel overwhelming—but with the right tools and strategies, you can walk in confident and ready to shine. In this session, expert coach Rasheca L. will break down everything you need to know to make a strong impression on interview day. ​By the end, you’ll have a clear starter pack of frameworks, practice techniques, and insider tips to help you stand out to admissions committees.

New Year, Strong Med School Application

A new year is the perfect time to reset your strategy and strengthen your medical school application. This session is designed to help you approach the med school admissions process with clarity, structure, and confidence. In this event, you’ll learn how to assess your current application profile, plan a smart timeline, and prioritize the elements that matter most—from coursework and testing to personal statements and extracurriculars. We’ll also cover common mistakes and how to position your experiences to tell a compelling story. Whether you’re just getting started or preparing for an upcoming cycle, you’ll leave with clear next steps and a stronger application plan.

Strategies for Your Med School Application

​Applying to medical school is a competitive and complex process—but the right strategy can make all the difference. In this panel, seasoned experts Nathan M. (UNC), Xavier G. (Cornell), and Floriane K. (Stanford) will break down the key elements of a standout application, from framing your personal story and highlighting clinical experiences, to securing strong letters of recommendation and excelling in interviews. ​You’ll hear practical insights on how to approach each part of the process, avoid common mistakes, and position yourself as a compelling candidate. Whether you’re early in the journey or finalizing applications, this session will give you concrete tools and strategies to maximize your chances of admission.

Your Med School Application Game Plan

Applying to medical school isn’t just about filling out forms—it’s a process that requires months, and often years, of preparation. In this 45-minute workshop, coach Avery W. breaks down exactly when to start and how to stay on track so you’re ready to hit submit with confidence. ​You’ll learn how to: ​Plan your MCAT prep timeline to align with your application goals ​Start and refine your personal statement without rushing at the last minute ​Strategically ask for recommendation letters and give your writers enough time ​Craft strong activities descriptions that highlight impact and growth ​Whether you’re one, two, or even three cycles away from applying, this session will give you a clear roadmap for managing the moving pieces of the primary application and avoiding the common pitfalls of poor planning.

Finding Your Personal Statement and Activities Theme

Learn how to approach the written portions of your medical school applications with a cohesive theme that will stand out to admissions committees!

Your Next Moves: How to Improve Your Odds Late in the Med School Cycle

If you’re applying late in the medical school cycle—or wondering how to strengthen your chances as the season unfolds—this workshop will show you how to make every move count. Led by Jessica A., a recent matriculant at UPenn’s Perelman School of Medicine who earned interviews from 18+ top programs and acceptances from Harvard, Yale, Stanford, and Penn, this session breaks down how late-cycle decisions actually work and what applicants can still do to stand out. Drawing on her experience as both an admissions interviewer and mentor to students who’ve landed interviews at top-tier institutions, Jessica will cover high-impact improvements you can make now across secondaries, updates, letters, school lists, and communication strategy. Whether you're a strong candidate fine-tuning your odds or a reapplicant navigating gaps in your profile, you’ll leave with a focused plan for elevating your application.

Get Ahead of the Curve: How to Prep Early for Med School Applications

The medical school admissions process is one of the most competitive and complex—but with early preparation, you can set yourself apart long before you hit “submit.” In this workshop, Krysta F.—a pre-med advisor and equity-focused higher education professional who has completed thousands of advising sessions with aspiring physicians—will share how to build a strong foundation for your med school journey. With years of experience guiding science students and young alumni through every stage of the process, Krysta will walk you through how to identify your story, develop key competencies, and plan strategically for experiences that strengthen your application. Whether you’re a freshman just starting to explore pre-med or a junior getting ready for the cycle, this session will help you stay organized, confident, and ahead of the curve.

How to Write a Case Report - Instructions Guide

This PDF document provides the instructions for how to write a medical case report.

Stanford Med School Personal Statement on Storytelling and Service

A personal essay exploring how storytelling, hardship, and advocacy shaped a deep commitment to medicine and patient-centered care.

How to Write Your Med School Activities Section (AACOMAS)

A guide to the AACOMAS activities section. Learn how to highlight your experiences and stand out to admissions committees.

How to Write About Your Activities in Med School Applications

A guide to the AMCAS and AACOMAS activities sections. Learn how to highlight the competencies that get you accepted.

The 5-Step Guide to a Med School Personal Statement

A simple guide to writing a powerful personal statement that avoids clichés, connects your experiences, and tells a compelling story.

Example: How This Essay Got Me Into Stanford Med School

An accepted student reveals the powerful personal statement that helped them get into Stanford, and breaks down how you can use a unique hook to tell your own story.

From Draft to Distinction: Crafting Med School Essays That Impress

Your essays are more than just words - they are your chance to show who you are to the Admissions Committee. This session will give you actual tools to transform your experiences into compelling outcome driven narratives.

Your Med School Personal Statement: What to Say, What to Avoid

Learn how to craft a powerful personal statement that showcases your passion for medicine and gets you accepted.