Passing the three-step USMLE (United States Medical Licensing Examination) is required for medical licensure in the United States. USMLE Step 1 is reported as pass/fail, but you will receive numerical scores for Step 2 CK (Clinical Knowledge) and Step 3. A good USMLE Step 2 CK score is between 240-260, with 256 or higher being […]
Recently, the Law School Admissions Council (LSAC) announced a change to how the LSAT will be administered. Starting in August 2026 you will only be able to take the LSAT in person at a testing center. LSAC will continue to work with students who have medical accommodations to determine how they can take the exam […]
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 […]
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. […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Written by Manhattan Prep Powered by Kaplan experts, reviewed by Chris Gentry. Chris Gentry is a GMAT, GRE, and EA instructor with Manhattan Prep. He has scored a 725 on the GMAT, a 339 on the GRE, and a 167 on the EA. If you are either considering applying or already in the process of […]
