You’ve already been through the college selection process and probably think you know what you’re up against as you evaluate which law schools best fit your needs and goals. Geography…cost…academic reputation…you’re familiar with these criteria in weighing your choices. But, law school selection in some aspects is more important. Your choice can have an outsize […]
The first thing you might notice with respect to grades is that students from other class years are taking the same test as you. Not to worry! You are graded according to your age. In other words, if you’re in 9th grade, you aren’t expected to get as many questions right as someone in 11th […]
If you have about 3 months to study for USMLE® Step 1, how should you use your time? First of all, do not study more than 8-10 hours/day, including question practice. Also, try to take one day off per week so you can recharge. Eat well, exercise and get proper rest for increased stamina and […]
Recommendation letters play an important role in the law school admissions process—and they’re also an application component that’s out of your control once an individual agrees to write one for you. So, what can you do to help ensure your recommenders present you in the most favorable way? Here are six steps to help secure […]
It is important to focus on your own areas of weakness. To help you do so, keep the following in mind: Assess your strengths and weaknesses. Review your weakest subjects first. The best way to identify your weaknesses is through practice exams. Practice calculations to increase your confidence. Schedule extra time before your testing date […]
Writing a good essay means following a few key rules about writing. Take a look at the following paragraph and try to identify what’s wrong with it. What’s wrong with the paragraph you just read? The biggest problem is that it goes off topic. Granted, you’re only seeing the beginning of the essay, but you can […]
My med school class is a crowd of 148 of some of the most brilliant and dedicated people I’ve ever met. Nonetheless, I’ve yet to hear any of my classmates (or myself) discount how tough med school can be. You’re expected to create a working knowledge of all 11 major organ systems, related pharmacology, and […]
It’s not uncommon for incoming medical students to worry about the different types of exams they’ll need to take in med school. They’re probably different from tests you took in your undergrad, and the stakes are higher. Keep reading and we’ll discuss a few of the tests you’ll encounter in med school, as well as key […]
Are letters of recommendation important? Absolutely. Most admissions officers won’t even review an ERAS® application until they have two letters of recommendation uploaded, no matter how outstanding all of the other elements may be. Here are some tips on getting the best kind of letter of recommendation in time:
Step 2 CS follows Step 2 CK in the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE). It’s an interactive test where you’ll examine and diagnose actors who are pretending to be patients with specific health conditions. It’s meant to test your ability to interview patients, do physical exams, fill out medical charts, and explain your findings. Because you’re an […]