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Did you know you can listen to BS/MD advice while you drive to work? We not only release videos on our YouTube channel, but we’ve also launched a podcast called The White Coat Club.
Choosing to ED?
Depending on your college goals, deciding whether you will be applying Early Decision (ED) is a critical part of a student’s individual strategy. Applying Early Decision (ED) can boost your chances of admission, but it comes with a binding commitment if you’re accepted. It’s important to know the fine print before making this decision. In our most recent Forbes article, The Complete List Of Early Decision Schools For 2024-25, the experts at Moon Prep consider the advantages and disadvantages of applying ED, to help you with this decision.
Application Mistakes and Standouts
Our most recent podcast episode is a must-listen for seniors. The Moon Prep counselors sat down with a professional Admissions Reader to go behind the admissions decisions together. Our insider professional discusses building interest across your essays and common application mistakes to avoid. Plus, hear examples of how ChatGPT is affecting the admissions process. Listen to our podcast episode, Advice From An Admissions Reader: Mistakes and Tips, now!
Standardized Testing Plan
Last month, we shared the timeline for the changes coming to the ACT this spring. The announcement that the standardized test will be updating to a new, flexible online format in spring of 2025 has also brought the need for students to make a plan for their testing dates. This format change will affect how students study and prepare for the test. It’s recommended that students sign up for earlier test dates to get a feel for their scoring range to allow for multiple sessions before the flexibility of versions of the test is removed in the spring. As a reminder, these changes will be instituted for national online testing in spring 2025 and school-day testing in spring 2026. The changes to these standardized testing over the past few years are another reason why it is important to plan ahead!
Casper Exam
Are you gearing up for the Casper exam? You should be if these schools are on your list:
- Hofstra University
- Drexel University (but only if the student receives an interview)
- Texas Tech University
- University of Illinois at Chicago (optional)
This crucial situational judgment test is a key part of the admissions process for many medical schools and BS/MD programs, assessing your ability to handle ethical situations. While some may say you can’t study for it, the pros at Moon Prep know better—preparation is everything.
Our expert counselors specialize in the Casper assessment, providing personalized guidance to help you confidently navigate ethical dilemmas. Learn expert strategies to pass your assessment and understand what the test scorers seek in compelling answers. Many students answer too narrowly, but with Moon Prep, you’ll learn to view scenarios from multiple perspectives.
Moon Prep can assist in preparation for a variety of situational judgment tests and assessments. Schedule a complimentary call to learn more!
As students continue to build college lists into the fall semester, we want to share some important college updates.
- Stony Brook’s BS/MD deadline has changed to November 1 this year.
- UPenn released their incoming class profile.
- Loyola University New Orleans no longer requires letters of recommendation or essays, and has shifted to test-optional admission.
- Manhattan College Announces Name Change To Manhattan University.
- Northeastern has added a new partnership to accept incoming freshmen, the New York City Scholars program, who will study their first year at the Marymount Manhattan College campus. This partnership joins the Boston, Oakland, and London campuses.
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