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Articles
Should I Go to a Caribbean Medical School?
Should I go to a Caribbean medical school? I get asked this question multiple times every application cycle because getting into a US medical school is so difficult. It is hard to answer this question because each application is unique…
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Applying to Medical School
Writing Secondary Application Essays – Choosing Practice Setting
There are many secondary application questions that ask you in what setting do you plan to practice medicine in the future. They ask to choose between the following kinds of settings: Academic Medicine Non-Academic Clinical Practice (Group Practice, Solo Practice)…
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Gap Year
Humility and Its Role in Medicine
In a field where confidence is key to success, humility in medicine is almost seen as a weakness. But often times, our own definitions of humility fall short of what actual humility is. What exactly is humility and what role…
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Pre-Med Academics
4 Non-Pre-Med Classes to Take During College as a Future Physician
During college, most pre-med students focus on finishing their medical school requirements. The strategy is to get as many A’s as possible while finishing their major and pre-med requirements. Often times this strategy neglects some other classes that may be…
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Medical School - Preclinical
Managing Stress Levels While Studying for USMLE Step 1
Studying for USMLE Step 1 is stressful. It feels like the most important test of your life. But it doesn’t have to be as painful as you think it may be. Remember that every doctor that you know has taken…
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Secondary Database
Washington State Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine Secondary Questions
Here are Washington State Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine secondary questions 2025-2026 1. How will you contribute to the mission and vision of the Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine? Support your response with your experiences and/or attributes. Mission:…
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Secondary Database
University of Texas – Dell Medical School Secondary Questions
Here are secondary questions for University of Texas – Dell Medical School. 2025-2026 Dell Med does not utilize a written secondary application, but will screen applicants and offer those they are interested in an invitation to complete a video-response secondary.…
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Secondary Database
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine Secondary Questions
Here are University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine’s secondary questions. 2025-2026 (question 1 has changed from last year) Part 1 (two required essays) 1. Many applicants express a desire to serve underserved communities, but true commitment goes beyond…
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Secondary Database
UNLV School of Medicine (Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV) Secondary Questions
2025-2026 UNLV Secondary Essay Prompts (same as last year) #1 – Required: Why are you interested in the Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV and how does your background and future goals contribute to our mission? (500 words) #2 – Required: Briefly…
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Secondary Database
Western Michigan University School of Medicine Secondary Questions
Here are Western Michigan University School of Medicine secondary questions. 2025-2026 2000 characters limit per question 1) Please explain both of the following: The specific reason(s) you have chosen to apply to WMed. How you will utilize the unique features…
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