Summer Plans

For the Class of 2026, Brown University's Program in Liberal Medical Education (PLME) had more than 3,827 applicants but admitted just 84 students for a 2% acceptance rate. While the school remained test-optional, the average accepted student who submitted scores…

When it comes to extracurricular activities for the resume of a direct medical prospective student, the key is quality over quantity. Even more so than in the traditional college admissions process! The areas that need coverage on a BS/MD applicant…

The summer before senior year is a crucial time to build momentum toward your college plans. No matter what your college goals are, the summer months are the perfect time to show colleges that you are driven and ready for…

With the college admissions game only becoming increasingly competitive each year, students are often left wondering how to stand out. The best advice we can offer has been proven over and over again each year: the most prepared students are…

When applying to colleges and programs, it’s not how many activities are on your resume but how significant those activities are that sets candidates apart. Students in high school spend an average of 9.6 hours Monday to Friday on activities…

Regardless of their future career interests, high school students who are curious and enjoy discovering answers to questions should consider adding research to their resume. Doing research in high school isn’t restricted to students interested in the STEM field; there are…

Times have definitely changed in the past few decades, with many schools now encouraging gap years. In fact, many colleges view candidates with gap years on their resumes as more likely to be ready for college, and also actively welcome…

With college admissions increasingly getting more competitive, applicants are searching for innovative ways to stand out to their top colleges. Even the best students find themselves on the waitlist or rejected from top schools on their list. If your heart…

In the 2020-21 cycle, 10% more college applications were submitted compared to the previous year. Students with impressive extracurricular activities were applying to more schools, as the most selective universities, like Harvard University, Brown University, and New York University, all…

These days, it's not just enough to have good grades and test scores to gain admission to the top colleges in the country. These schools are looking for a "wow factor" that often cannot be found within the walls of…