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MCAT Prep at UCLA

The AAMC recommends that students spend between 300 to 350 hours over several months preparing for the MCAT. When you take the MCAT is up to you. Consider the workload of the classes you’ll be taking in the 3-5 months leading up to the test, as well as any other commitments you’ll have that will […]

The Hardest Medical School Interview Question

“So, tell me about yourself.” At the very start of your medical school interview, the admissions officer casually drops this question in your lap and then looks at you expectantly. You pause for a moment and your inner monologue runs through infinite response scenarios. Which one should you pick? Is this a time to bring up […]

When should I register for the MCAT?

There are many different factors you should consider when choosing a test date for the MCAT. Things to take into account include your academic background, how long you need to prepare for the MCAT, and when you want to submit your completed medical school application. Finally, practical considerations might become a factor; in many parts […]

All About the AAMC's Shortened MCAT

Since COVID-19 has disrupted MCAT testing for many prospective medical students, the AAMC has increased the number of MCAT administrations between May 29 and September 28, 2020 to 21 administrations. In order to accommodate this increased testing, the AAMC has made adjustments to the MCAT structure and administration processes.  Keep in mind that although you […]

How to Study for the GMAT in 2 Months

With two months to prepare for the GMAT, you can think about dividing your study time into two parts. During the first month, focus on mastering the strategic approaches to each type of question on the GMAT, as well as the grammar and math content knowledge you’ll need to get questions correct. During the second […]

When should I take the LSAT (2021-2022)?

The LSAT is typically administered nine times per year: January, February, March, April, June, July, September, October, and November. After the final upcoming LSAT-Flex tests in April and June of 2020, the LSAT will be offered 8 times over the following year, with tests in each month besides July, September, December or May (full calendar below). Each test is […]

AP World History: Modern—Period 4 Notes (1900-Present)

AP World History: Modern Key Takeaways — Period 4 (1900-Present) Military conflicts are central to understanding the course of the twentieth century and the current system of states and international organizations. The world wars led to rapid advances in technology, including medical technology, which has helped the global population increase to over seven billion. Some current regional […]

AP World History: Modern—Period 3 Notes (1750-1900)

AP World History: Modern Key Takeaways — Period 3 (1750-1900) The ideals of the Enlightenment inspired a wave of independence movements and revolutions throughout the Americas and Europe that promoted liberty and other democratic values. These new governments, however, extended full legal and political rights to only a limited class of people.  The concept of the nation-state […]

AP World History: Modern—Period 2 Notes (1450-1750)

AP World History: Modern Key Takeaways — Period 2 (1450-1750) The Americas became part of the global trade network, spurred by the Columbian Exchange. New diseases, crops, people, and cultures were distributed throughout the world.  Technological improvements in shipbuilding and gunpowder weapons allowed European empires to form and exercise a more prominent role in world affairs, eventually […]