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MCAT: The mere mention of that acronym induces stress for many students considering medical school. It’s a draining exam, over six hours long, taken by more than 85,000 students a year, that requires intense preparation.  The Medical College Admission Test, or…

Are you ready to tackle the supplemental essays this fall? While many schools will open their applications on August 1st, some have begun to release their essay prompts for students to gain a head start.  Use the summer to get…

If you are an underclassmen considering applying to BS/MD (direct medical) programs, there is certainly a lot to know. Honestly, it can be hard to know what the process is like until you've started applying. Here's where we come in. …

Ever wanted to pick the brain of a Dean of Admissions before applying to medical school? Well, we did it for you! Sit down with Moon Prep counselor Lindsey as she interviews Dr. Lindia J. Willies-Jacobo, the Senior Associate Dean…

For high school students planning to go into medicine, the most guaranteed route is through a BS/MD, or direct medical program. BS/MD programs allow for a smooth transition from undergraduate learning straight into medical school, guaranteeing their admission to medical…

Every year, a new group of students begin to piece together a college list. With so many choices in colleges, from private colleges to state universities, it's often difficult to know where to start that list. Knowing which schools to…

Historically, college may not have always been in the cards for students with intellectual disabilities, but thankfully higher education has come a long way to create inclusive campuses. Colleges everywhere are broadening their academic catalogs to accommodate students with these…

Historically, people with intellectual disabilities had very few higher education options. Thankfully, those limited option and limited campus resources are far behind us.  From students on the autism spectrum, living with learning disabilities like dyslexia, or even speech disorders, college…

Before the last NACAC (National Association for College Admission Counseling) conference, colleges were a little restricted in their incentive and recruiting tactics.  In fact, colleges were not allowed to: Offer incentives, like larger financial aid packages or priority housing, to…

If you are the parent of a high school senior, watching your student grieve the loss of their final year of high school can be yard. Especially all the milestones that come along with it. You’ve seen your kid work…