Medical School Admissions Coaches, Events, & Resources

As a coach, I bring valuable experience and insights to help you navigate the medical school application process with confidence. As a non-traditional applicant who successfully applied to medical school after two cycles, I understand firsthand the challenges of standing out and have developed proven strategies to overcome them. I am currently a fourth-year medical student at Georgetown University School of Medicine, applying to combined Internal Medicine and Pediatrics residency programs, with plans to match soon! My background includes extensive leadership, community outreach, and mentoring, allowing me to provide personalized guidance tailored to your unique strengths and goals. Whether you’re set on pursuing medical school or still exploring your path, I’m here to help at any stage. From crafting authentic, compelling personal statements to preparing for interviews, I’ll ensure you present your best self to admissions committees—all while staying true to who you are.

As a current MD/PhD student at Stanford University School of Medicine and a two-year member of the MD/PhD admissions committee, I offer firsthand insight into what top medical and MSTP programs are looking for. I’ve spent nearly a decade mentoring premedical students, helping them develop compelling personal statements, refine their research narratives, and prepare for interviews with clarity and confidence. During my own application cycle, I received over 20 interview invites and was accepted to 7+ competitive programs. My path into medicine was shaped by mentorship, and I’ve worked to pay that forward. From leading national DEI initiatives like the MSTP BOOST program to tutoring local immigrants as a certified writing tutor and founding an after-school education program, I’m passionate about supporting students from all backgrounds. I coach not only to help applicants gain admission, but to empower them with the tools, perspective, and support they need to thrive as the next generation of physician-scientists and healthcare leaders.

You have a story worth sharing—I am here to help you tell it. As an incoming MD candidate at Columbia University and a Gates-Cambridge Scholar, I bring a unique perspective to the medical school application processes. My academic and professional journey has equipped me with a deep understanding of what top programs seek in applicants. I have successfully coached multiple individuals and have sat on professional panels, helping individuals craft compelling applications to best highlights their strengths and communicates their unique story. Whether you need guidance on personal statements, secondary essays, recommendation letters, or interview preparation, or anything else, I am here to personally help you navigate your path to achieving a place in your dream program. I am excited to work with you!

Hello and welcome to my profile! As a current student at Harvard Medical School, I bring firsthand experience and insights into the medical school admissions process. My academic journey also includes an MBA from Harvard Business School, equipping me with a unique perspective on strategic application planning. I am passionate about helping aspiring medical students navigate the complexities of their applications, from crafting compelling personal statements to preparing for interviews. Let's work together to tailor your application and maximize your chances of success. Feel free to reach out to discuss how I can support you on your path to medical school!

Hello and welcome to my profile! I was accepted into 8 allopathic medical schools and received 3 full cost of attendance scholarship offers from T20 programs. Based on my experience, I have a solid understanding of how to navigate the rigorous nature of the application and interview process and can help you put forward the best version of yourself to medical school admissions committees. We will be writing your story and practicing interviewing skills a lot, as these are critical tools you will need.

Having graduated from Harvard Medical School, I have been through the application process and learned what was needed to be successful. I have a comprehensive understanding of what medical schools and looking for and can be of assistance to help students stand out. My interactions have showed me the types of experiences that are beneficial to applicants and how to frame them when submitting an application for the highest chance of success.

As the Assistant Dean for Diversity for the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania I was on its Admissions Committee and also served on the National Admissions Committee at the Association of American Medical Colleges for a while. As a result of these experiences, I developed expertise in advising students on their academic qualifications and extracurricular activities necessary for medical school acceptance. I've had much success helping students be accepted to top-tier medical schools which were: Penn, Harvard, Columbia, Case Western, Wake Forrest, Brown, UCLA and Jefferson.

I’ve worked with dozens of students applying to medical school and spent two years working with MD admissions. I’ve also served as a medical school interviewer. While I’m no longer affiliated and have no say in admissions decisions, I bring valuable insight into how the process works — with no conflict of interest. I was admitted to the three medical schools (all top programs) I applied to, with full financial support, and completed all my applications independently without external help. I can help you think through your story, select and frame impactful experiences, and craft an application that is personal, strategic, and compelling. I also guide students in supporting their recommenders to write strong letters and in building a narrative that holds together across all parts of the application. Whether you're just starting out or polishing your secondaries, I’m here to help you succeed.

I have over 10 years of experience in coaching individuals on building their experiences and putting together successful applications for pre-medical programs, medical schools, and residencies. I do my best to meet people at their current state and develop thoughtful plans for how improve their applications and pursue the programs of their dreams. It is my pleasure to get to help you advance your medical career!

My name is Manjima, and I'm a current MD-PhD student at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill. Before UNC, I was a biomedical engineering and neuroscience student at the University of Southern California, and a master's student at the University of Oxford. My path to medical school was definitely not a straight line, and it took me a lot of time to recognize and accept that this was my dream. There were a thousand moments during this journey where I worried that my GPA was too low, or my clinical experiences not impactful enough, or research not high-profile enough for me to get to where I wanted to be. But, I knew that if I could craft a compelling narrative around my experiences and background, and communicate this story authentically to admissions committees, that I'd have a shot at success. And eventually that paid off! My first cycle applying to medical school, I received 11+ interviews to a combination of MD, MD/PhD, and MSTP programs. I personally relied heavily on coaches and mentors to get me through my admissions process. As a non-traditional applicant, I did not have the support of pre-professional advising through universities. And many other "advisors" were quick to dismiss me based on what they saw as my perceived weaknesses. But I was lucky enough to find coaches and mentors who spent many hours working with me to craft my story, swamping through drafts and re-drafts of hundreds of essays, helping me with mock interviews, refining my elevator pitch, and listening to my research talks. Without their support, I would not be where I am today, and I hope to pay that forward to future generations of students.