In the art world, the term trompe l’oeil refers to perspectival illusionism—literally, “to fool the eye.” On the GRE math section, you may notice test questions that use a similar technique in which a readily solvable problem will try to distract you from the very information that makes its solution accessible. Here’s an example of this tricky sort of […]
Applying to an advanced degree program? To best assess your chances of getting into grad school, you’ll need to know where you stand with respect to your prospective schools’ admissions criteria. Each program will be looking at all the parts of your application and weighing them against those of other competitive applicants. So, how do you […]
We often hear students talking about their plans for the day before GRE Test Day—studying, cramming, doing practice problems all night. With weeks of studying under your belt, you’ll feel the pressure to make the most of that final 24 hours before heading to the testing center. So, what’s the best way to spend your time […]
So you’ve passed the Praxis with flying colors and fulfilled all the requirements for becoming a teacher in your state. Now it’s time to put all of your learning into practice. It is common knowledge that more good teachers are needed across the country. But finding the right job can be a daunting process. […]
Geometry topics include lines and angles, triangles—including isosceles, equilateral,and special right triangles—polygons, circles, multiple figures, three-dimensional figures (uniform solids), area, perimeter, and volume. You do not need to know how to do geometry proofs for the test. The geometry tested on the GRE is basic. There are only a few fundamental definitions and formulas you […]
The law school personal statement is important—probably the most important qualitative factor in your application. Admissions deans from the best programs in the country often point to the personal statement as their entry into a prospective student’s application. It is not a throwaway. [ RELATED: 4 Steps to a Great Law School Personal Statement ] That means […]
The reality is that pre-med research isn’t for everyone, and it doesn’t necessarily have to be a component of a successful application. Of course, in many cases, bolstering a medical school application with a publication or two can be helpful, but that doesn’t mean you should sign up to do bench research if it’s not something you’re […]
The answer to this question is yes… and no. College is a great place to explore intellectual ideas, your identity, and the world. Undergraduate majors allow you to specialize in topics that interest you. Graduate school acts as a compliment to your undergraduate degree. While you might not have studied exactly the same things, the […]
The USMLE Step 1 has many different types of questions, each with their own special strategy to find the best answer. However, there are six basic tips that can be applied to any USMLE Step 1 question.
USMLE Step 1 clinical case questions are distinguished by a fairly lengthy presentation of a patient’s history, physical exam findings, and maybe even lab results. Your task is to read through this detailed information and arrive at the best answer to the question being asked. The most important part of the clinical case question […]