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Choosing a Medical School: Admissions Insights & Tips

Contrary to popular opinion, medical school admissions is not just a yes-or-no decision-making process. With so many qualified applicants and so few spaces, who ends up getting in? This guide breaks down the medical school admissions process, including the different medical school acceptance decisions you may receive and the options for early decision programs. Review […]

Importance of High School Summers for College Admissions

Make the most of your high school summer vacation by filling this time with activities that will improve your college application and impress admissions officers. Since you aren’t obligated to be in class, how you choose to spend your high school summers reveals your true motivations, level of initiative, and fit for your intended major. […]

6 Ways to Make Your Teens More Competitive in College Admissions

Navigating the college admissions process today can feel like aiming at a moving target. Many top universities are seeing record-breaking application volumes, and the return of standardized testing requirements at prestigious universities across the U.S. has shifted the goalposts once again. Standing out in a sea of high-achieving applicants requires a blend of academic rigor, […]

LSAT 1-Month Study Guide

Although one month is a relatively short amount of time to spend studying for the LSAT, we’ve laid out a study plan, materials, and tips that will help you succeed on the LSAT. This post references Kaplan’s LSAT book, but the study plan will be equally helpful if you use a different book. Here’s what you’ll […]

MD vs. DO: What’s the Difference Between Allopathic and Osteopathic Physicians?

There are two types of fully licensed physicians in the United States: allopathic physicians (MDs) and osteopathic physicians (DOs). Choosing between the MD and DO tracks is a decision you typically make as part of the medical school application process during your undergraduate studies. When deciding which degree and career path to pursue, it’s important […]

What Is a Good SAT Score? (2026)

A good SAT score is 1350 or higher, which would put you in the top 10% of test takers. The average SAT score is around 1050, and a “perfect” score on the SAT is the maximum score of 1600.  Every college and university has its own unique SAT score range, which should be consulted when […]

The 3 Phases of Applying to Medical School

Becoming a doctor is something you’ve dreamed about for a long time, so it’s only natural you’d want everything to be perfect when you submit your application. That’s why we’re breaking down the med school application process into three simple phases. Medical school admissions are a rolling process, meaning decisions at each phase are made […]

AAMC Med School Application Fee Assistance

Applying to medical school is an expensive process, which is why the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) offers a Fee Assistance Program (FAP) to cover some of the costs. Learn about the benefits of the AAMC Fee Assistance Program, including how much money you can save if you meet the program requirements. We’ll show […]

How to Register for the NCLEX

Registering for the NCLEX is a multistep process, so it’s important to review how to register before getting started. Once you meet NCLEX eligibility requirements, you’ll apply for licensure with your nursing regulatory body (NRB) and register and pay fees for the NCLEX with Pearson VUE. NCLEX registration is official once you have received your […]