Moon Prep

College Planning: High School Students
2023-03-01 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-04-01 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-05-01 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-06-01 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-07-01 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-08-01 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-09-01 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-10-01 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
College might seem like it is still far off, but the first couple of high school years is the key to your success during the college planning process. By creating a plan for your standardized tests, extracurricular activities, and high school classes, you can ensure that you are putting yourself in the best position possible when it’s time to apply to colleges.
With these video modules, checklists, and worksheets, our course helps fully prepare you for college.
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How The Course Works
This is not a live class. You’ll get a link to the video course. You must sign up via the link to gain access to the course.
Module 1: Timeline: Beginning The College Application

The role of parents in the college admission process
Finding your passions
Necessary skills to learn

Module 2: Building Your Resume

Scheduling classes with college in mind
Researching high school activities
Building a LinkedIn Profile

Module 3: Creating A Strategic College List

Making a college list
Milestones to hit to keep on track
Going on college visits

Module 4: The Different Ways To Apply: How To Maximize Your Chances

Understanding what the university values
Learning about Early Action, Early Decision and Restrictive Early Action
Senior year checklist

Bonus: College list template checklists for early high school, junior year and senior year, and a 15-page LinkedIn Ultimate Guide.College list template checklists for early high school, junior year and senior year, and a 15-page LinkedIn Ultimate Guide.
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The Complete College Interview Guide
2023-03-03 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-03-15 19:00 - 20:30, 2023-04-03 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Webinar: Zoom
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Getting an interview at your dream school is one of the final steps before you can be admitted. Making a strong impression can help strengthen your case and prove why you are the right student to be admitted.
Knowing how to answer the interview questions can be a struggle for high school students. That is why Moon Prep combined the collective knowledge of the team to create this video course that has everything you need to know when answering interview questions to showcase your personality, core values, and experiences in a positive light.
How The Course Works
This is not a live class. You’ll get a link to the video course. You must sign up via the link to gain access to the course
This video course shows you the techniques you need to answer the most common interview questions. Throughout the video modules, we will walk you through the entire interview process, from getting an interview to writing a thank you note at the end.
With a selection of video modules, examples of how to answer interview questions, brainstorming worksheets, and many advanced strategies, our course is one of the most comprehensive available to help you prepare for your college interview.
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Course Modules:
Module 1: Why Do Colleges Give Interviews?

Why you did (or didn’t) get an interview
Four ways to get an interview
Advice on accepting the interview

Module 2: When An Interview Matters

Top factors for admission
Who will my interviewer be?
The three common types of interviews

Module 3: How To Prepare For A College Interview

Reusing supplemental essay material in your college interview
Answering “Why That School”
Tips for preparing for the interview

Module 4: Common Interview Questions: Part 1

Topics you should avoid
How to turn a bad answer into a good answer
10 common interview questions and how to answer them

Module 5: Common Interview Questions: Part 2

10 common interview questions and how to answer them

Module 6: Questions To Ask In the Interview

Tips for the end of the interview
Examples of questions you can ask in interviews

Module 7: General Interview Tips

Picking the right outfit
Handling a Skype interview
3 specific nonverbal tips
What to take to the interview
Steps to take after the interview

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Webinar: Winning Scholarships and Reviewing Your Financial Aid Letter
2023-04-13 20:00 - 20:30 | Virtual Webinar: YouTube
Moon Prep counselor Michaela S, an experienced college counselor, will be hosting a live Scholarship Session to answer many of the questions you have about how to apply for scholarships during the college application process.
With the cost of many top universities exceeding $75K per year, paying for college without being buried in student loan debt, is on the top of many families’ minds.
Moon Prep’s scholarship expert will guide families, including high-income students, through the whole process. They will be covering everything from how to find scholarships, which scholarships pay the most, and how to graduate from college with minimal debt.
Participants will be able to ask any questions and have an experienced counselor provide expert guidance.
Even if you can’t make the webinar date, a recording will be sent out to everyone who registered.
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Webinar: Beat The Odds—Insider Tips For Applying to Medical School
2023-04-27 20:00 - 21:00 | Virtual Webinar: YouTube
Join Moon Prep’s experienced medical school admission counselors, as they review what you should be doing in the upcoming months to prepare for your medical school application.
During this hour-long webinar, we will be talking about:
– The various application platforms
– Timeline for applying to both allopathic and osteopathic medical schools
– How to prepare for applying to medical schools
– Tips to strengthen your resume
At the end of the webinar, we will reserve time for Q&A. Ask your questions at the event or email them to lindsey@moonprep.com
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Webinar: Q&A with a Medical School Admissions Consultant
2023-05-08 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual Webinar: Zoom
Moon Prep will be hosting a live Q&A session to answer many of the questions you have about the college application process. We will be covering everything including:

What it’s like working with Moon Prep
How to build a unique resume
Passion projects
Getting research experience
Medical school admission essays
MD vs DO
and more!

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Webinar: Q&A With A Moon Prep Counselor
2023-05-18 20:00 - 21:00 | Virtual Webinar: YouTube
Moon Prep will be hosting a live Q&A session to answer many of the questions you have about the college application process. We will be covering everything including:

What it’s like working with Moon Prep
What is a BS/MD (direct medical program)
How to build a unique resume
Passion projects
Getting research experience when you are still in high school
College admission essays
Why choose a BS/MD program
BS/MD vs traditional pre-med programs
and more!

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Crash Course: A Step-By-Step Guide For Applying To College
2023-05-22 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-08-22 19:00 - 20:00
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Having a strong strategy for applying to colleges is essential. This is a step-by-step video course for students on the different ways to apply early, including Early Action, Early Decision I and II, and Restrictive Early Action. Our strategies help you give yourself the best chance possible of getting into your dream colleges.
How The Course Works
This is not a live class. You’ll get a link to the video course. You must sign up via the link to gain access to the course.
Our video course sets you up for success. We give you the tools you need to know how to apply to colleges efficiently. And if everything doesn’t go as planned, we teach you how to handle a waitlist, deferral, or rejection. The techniques taught in the modules explain everything you need to know about applying to college.
With a selection of video modules, checklists, and worksheets, our course helps fully prepare you for your college applications.
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Module 1: Regular Admission vs. Rolling Admission

The rules of regular admission vs. rolling admission
Creating your college list
How many safety, match, and reach schools should be on your list

Module 2: What is Early Action?

The rules of EA
How many EA schools you can apply to
What to consider when applying early

Module 3: Restrictive Early Action

Restrictive Early Action
Benefits of applying REA
The rules of REA
How to use demonstrated interest to your advantage
The different outcomes of REA

Module 4: Early Decision

How applying ED can benefit you
What colleges are looking for
The differences between ED I and ED II

Module 5: Pros and Cons of Applying Early

Is applying early right for you?
Who should and shouldn’t apply early

Module 6: Can I Change My Mind?

Is ED binding?
What it means if you are waitlisted

Module 7: What If I Am Not Accepted?

The best strategy for applying to colleges
What a deferral means and what to do about it

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8-Day Crash Course: Learn How To Write An Effective Personal Statement
2023-06-01 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Webinar: Zoom
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What can you offer the colleges, besides the numbers? This is where your essay comes in. It turns you into a three-dimensional person and helps you stand out from a crowded field of applicants.
Writing the personal statement—and even just brainstorming a topic—can be a struggle for high school students. That is why Moon Prep put together the collective knowledge of the team to create this video course that has everything you need to know to write a rockstar personal statement.
How The Course Works
This is not a live class. You’ll get a link to the video course. You must sign up via the link to gain access to the course. Each day you’ll receive a link to the next day’s video module.
This video course gives you the tools to showcase your personality and convince the college admission officers you are the right candidate for the school. The techniques taught in the modules will help you to display your core values in a unique personal statement.
With a selection of video modules, sample essays that worked, brainstorming worksheets, a 55-page workbook, and many advanced strategies, our course is one of the most comprehensive available.
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Course Modules:
Day 1: What Is The Purpose Of The Personal Statement?

The pieces of the application
How important the essay is
Bringing your application alive

Day 2: Brainstorming Techniques

15+ brainstorming questions
Making your essay personal
Using imagery in your writing

Day 3: How To Open Your Personal Statement

Brainstorming techniques to be unique
Examples of our favorite opening paragraphs and why they worked

Day 4: Writing The Body Of Your Personal Statement And Real-World Examples

Showing accomplishments without bragging
Showing, not telling
Dissection of a real essay and why it works

Day 5: Writing The Conclusion And Real-World Examples

How to end your essay powerfully
Mistakes to avoid
3+ ways to end your essay
Dissection of a real essay and why it works

Day 6: How To Edit And Revise Your Personal Statement

Techniques for unique writing
Cutting out the fluff
Dissection of a real essay and why it works

Day 7: How To Bring Your Personal Statement To Life

Strengthening your word choice
Techniques for making your writing more vibrant
Dissection of a real essay and why it works

Day 8: Common Grammar Mistakes And Real-World Examples

Grammar mistakes to avoid
Making your writing stronger
Dissection of a real essay and why it works

Bonus: College Essay Blueprint eBook

58-pages full of advice, techniques, and examples to help you with your essay writing journey.

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Webinar: Casper Exam -- Tips On How To Ace It
2023-06-06 20:00 - 21:00
This webinar will be held on June 6 at 8pm ET.
The Computer-Based Assessment for Sampling Personal Characteristics, better known as Casper, is a situational judgment test that some medical schools use to evaluate applicants’ ability to handle a tough situation by assessing the following characteristics:

Equity
Ethics
Empathy
Resilience
Motivation
Collaboration
Self-awareness
Communication
Professionalism
Problem Solving

Most medical students applying to a wide range of schools will need to take Casper. A few BS/MD programs will also require the exam for their applicants.
This webinar will cover:

How the exam is scored
The format of the exam
What ethics you should know
When to use personal examples
How to score higher on the exam

Email lindsey@moonprep.com with any questions you would like covered during the webinar.
All registered attendees will receive a link to rewatch the webinar, even if they cannot attend live.
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This webinar will be held on June 6 at 8pm ET.

Webinar: What BS/MD Candidates Need To Do This Summer
2023-06-15 20:00 - 21:00
This webinar will be held on June 15 at 8pm ET.
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Direct medical programs—also known as BS/MD, BA/MD, BS/DO, or BA/DO—are some of the most competitive programs in the college admission process, with some programs only accepting 6 applicants a year. Students accepted into a BS/MD program can finish their undergraduate studies and go directly into medical school thanks to a partnership between the two institutions.
For high school students who already know that they are 100% committed to becoming a doctor, a direct medical program might be the right choice. Students can get accepted into a medical school at the same time as undergraduate programs, giving them a distinct advantage over their peers.
In this webinar, we will cover everything you need to know about BS/MD programs, including:

Advantages and disadvantages of applying to the program
When to start preparing
Building your academic profile
Extracurricular activities

Ask questions and get advice from an experienced college counselor at MoonPrep.com.
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This webinar will be held on June 15 at 8pm ET.

Webinar: How To Write A Winning Personal Statement for College
2023-06-28 20:00 - 21:00
What can you offer the colleges, besides the numbers? This is where your essay comes in. It turns you into a three-dimensional person and helps you stand out from a crowded field of applicants.
Writing the personal statement—and even just brainstorming a topic—can be a struggle for high school students. That is why Moon Prep put together the collective knowledge of the team to create a webinar to help you with this tricky topic.
In this webinar, Moon Prep counselors will go over everything you need to know about writing the personal statement, including:

Brainstorming a topic
What topics to avoid
How to strengthen your writing
And everything you need to know about the Common App!

Participants will be able to ask their questions about college admissions and get advice from an experienced college admissions counselor.
All registered attendees will receive a link to the webinar, even if they cannot attend live.
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Crash Course: How To Write The Supplemental Essays
2023-06-30 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-07-30 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-08-30 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-09-30 19:00 - 20:00
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Many selective colleges will require you to write supplemental essays. These essays are another way to showcase your personality and experiences to the admission officers.
Writing these supplemental essays—and even just brainstorming a topic—can be a struggle for high school students. That is why Moon Prep combined the collective knowledge of the team to create this video course that has everything you need to know when writing supplemental essays that show your impact and core values.
How The Course Works
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This video course shows you the techniques you need to create a supplemental essay that showcases a new facet of your personality and experiences. Throughout the video modules, we will go through the common different types of supplemental essays to help you put together a strong application.
With a selection of video modules, examples of essays that worked, brainstorming worksheets, and many advanced strategies, our course is one of the most comprehensive available
Course Modules:
Module 1: The “Why This School” Essay

A complete guide to the “Why This School” Essay
Examples of how to turn an essay from drab to fab

Module 2: The “Why This Major” Essay

Tips for writing a “Why This Major” essay
Common mistakes and how to avoid them

Module 3: The Extracurricular Essay

Which extracurricular activity to pick, even if you have too many choices
Which extracurricular activity to pick, even if you can’t think of one
A complete guide to the 150-word essay

Module 4: The Diversity/Community Essay

How to decide which community to describe
How to write an impactful essay
Showcasing how you are unique

Module 5: General Tips For The Supplemental Essays

General tips on how to answer the short answers
A guide to common mistakes and how to avoid making them

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8-Day Crash Course: Learn How To Write An Effective Personal Statement
2023-07-01 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-08-01 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-09-01 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-10-01 19:00 - 20:00

Application iQ Camp
2023-07-19 19:00 - 2023-08-30 20:30
Spend your summer working on all the elements of your college applications, including the essays, and start the fall semester with a head start over your classmates. Students benefit from fast-paced and productive live, online classes led by a team of experienced college counselors.
This exclusive BS/MD experience is for registered Moon Prep students only.
Application iQ Camp:

Student profile: rising 12th grade (Direct Medical Applicants – BS/MD, BS/DO)
Schedule: 7 weeks long – meeting 1x a week
Dates: Every Wednesday (7/19 – 8/30), 7:00-8:30p ET/4:00-5:30p PT
Topics covered:

The nuances of the BS/MD application process, including strategies for the medical-focused essay questions.
The week-by-week schedule can be found here.

Investment: Free (live sessions), Paid (offline editing of essays)

Free: Moon Prep students can attend the live sessions for free. Sessions are via Zoom, interactive, and will assist students in getting a head start on their applications and essays in a structured environment.
Paid: After each session, students will receive homework and work independently on drafts of their essays. All students are paired with a counselor/essay coach when they sign up. The offline essay edits/feedback will be billed at the hourly rate at sign up.

Course syllabus and learning objectives can be found here
What Students Will Accomplish

Insights into how the BS/MD process differs from traditional admissions
Understand what a BS/MD college list should look like and how many programs students typically apply to
BS/MD vs. BS/DO
A roadmap and timeline for the complete application process
Tips and tricks on Common App completion + other applications
Understand the various ways to apply – Early Admission (EA), Early Decision (ED), Restrictive Early Action (REA), Rolling Admission, and Regular Admission
A captivating personal statement, supplemental essays, and medical-related essays
Tips for acing the Multiple Mini Interview (MMI)
How to tackle the CASPer
Activity list highlighting your achievements
Organizational skills to help the student stay on track and effectively manage the application process
Q&A with counselors who specialize in BS/MD and medical school admissions
The Moon Prep team of experienced counselors will professionally edit personal statements, essays, and activity lists so that students leave the camp with Final Drafts, ready to submit
