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August Medical Newsletter
August 28, 2024 | BS/MD Admissions Consulting Newsletter
August Medical Newsletter

As August heats up, medical school hopefuls should be focused on writing their secondary application essays. Timing is key to a successful cycle, with students who submit their secondary applications within two weeks of receiving them tending to see a…

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August Admissions News
August 14, 2024 | BS/MD Admissions Consulting Newsletter
August Admissions News

  August 1 marked the official beginning of the application season - the Common App is now live. In addition to the Personal Statement required for the application platforms, each college will have anywhere from zero to five supplemental essays…

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Five BS/MD Program Changes Seen In The 23/2024 Admissions Cycle
July 29, 2024 | BS/MD Admissions Consulting College Search Press
Five BS/MD Program Changes Seen In The 23/2024 Admissions Cycle

Now that the 2023/2024 admissions cycle has wrapped up for direct medical programs, students gearing up for the next admissions cycle will see significant changes. BS/MD programs, also known as direct medical programs, are a popular option for students interested…

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July Medical Newsletter
July 29, 2024 | BS/MD Admissions Consulting Newsletter
July Medical Newsletter

As July draws to a close, secondary essays for medical school applicants are rolling in. While the primary application portal for AMCAS opens in early June and doesn’t close until midnight CST on November 1st, med student hopefuls with the…

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July Admissions News
July 22, 2024 | BS/MD Admissions Consulting Newsletter
July Admissions News

  The month of July is an important time in the application cycle, with students of every grade scheduling official college tours and rising seniors buckling down to work on application essays. July is also a wake-up call: the start…

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Your Ultimate Guide to Acing a Direct Dental Interview
July 18, 2024 | BS/DMD Admissions Consulting Interview Prep
Your Ultimate Guide to Acing a Direct Dental Interview

So, you've made it to the interview stage of the direct dental program admission process. Congratulations! This is a crucial step in your journey to becoming a dentist. To help you prepare, here's a comprehensive guide on what to expect…

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How Important Is Research For BS/MD Programs?
June 27, 2024 | BS/MD Admissions Consulting College Search Press
How Important Is Research For BS/MD Programs?

Direct medical programs, often referred to as BS/MD programs, are some of the most competitive programs in the country. With programs at Baylor University, Brown University and Case Western Reserve University accepting less than 3% of all its applicants, these…

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June Admissions News
June 26, 2024 | BS/MD Admissions Consulting Newsletter
June Admissions News

  June brings the end of finals and the school year, as well as the beginning of summer programs and internships. It’s also an essential month to get ahead of the game when it comes to college essays! The counselors…

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How To Negotiate More Financial Aid As A College Student
June 18, 2024 | College Application College Search Press
How To Negotiate More Financial Aid As A College Student

Is it possible to negotiate more financial aid? originally appeared on Quora, the place to gain and share knowledge, empowering people to learn from others and better understand the world. Colleges have continued to raise their prices year after year.…

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May Admissions News
May 15, 2024 | BS/MD Admissions Consulting Newsletter
May Admissions News

  May 1st's National Decision Day usually brings clarity for students, but this year, delays in FAFSA processing have led many schools to postpone their decision days for graduating seniors. Despite these delays, some students have finalized their choices, while…

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