Kiernan M

Counselor

Kiernan collaborates with students to turn their values and life experiences into compelling stories.

Location: 
Richmond, Virginia

Education:
B.A. Archaeology, George Washington University 
M.F.A Theatre, The Catholic University of America

Bio:
As a counselor with Moon Prep, Kiernan partners with students to create impactful, and unforgettable essays. A born storyteller, he believes that the power of narrative brings people together and creates opportunities and connections. Kiernan is passionate about helping students take the next step on their journey while empowering them to be their whole selves. From initial conversations to final submissions, Kiernan is dedicated to engaging, supportive, and motivational interactions that help guide students toward their futures as amazing physicians.

In addition to his work at Moon Prep, Kiernan has 10+ years of experience in the medical simulation industry. He has taught fundamentals of physical exams, medical interview techniques, and diagnostic reasoning at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Georgetown University School of Medicine, and Uniformed Services University School of Health Sciences. He relished the opportunity to provide hands-on training, build longitudinal relationships with students, and help train the next generation of physicians with a compassionate and patient-focused approach.

Student Placements:
At Moon Prep, we take pride in our students’ impressive acceptances and are honored to be part of their journey. Below is a selection of schools and programs to which Kiernan has recently provided guidance during the application process, along with some recent acceptances.

BS/MD Programs: 

  1. Brown University – Program in Liberal Medical Education (PLME)
  2. Case Western Reserve University – Pre-Professional Scholars Program (PPSP)
  3. George Washington University – Seven-Year BA/MD Program
  4. University of Illinois Chicago – Guaranteed Professional Program Admissions (GPPA) Medicine
  5. University of Connecticut – Special Program in Medicine
  6. University of Arizona – Accelerated Pathway to Medical Education (APME)
  7. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute – B.S. + M.D. Physician-Scientist Program
  8. Virginia Commonwealth University – Guaranteed Admission Program for Medicine
  9. University of Alabama at Birmingham – Early Medical School Acceptance Program (EMSAP)
  10. Rutgers University – Newark – BA/MD Program with New Jersey Medical School
  11. University of South Carolina – Accelerated Undergraduate to M.D. Program
  12. Florida Atlantic University – Wilkes Medical Scholars Program
  13. Drew University – BA/MD Dual Degree Program
  14. Indiana University Indianapolis – Baccalaureate/MD Program
  15. City University of New York – Brooklyn College – B.A.-M.D. Program with SUNY Downstate

BS/DO Programs:

  1. Ohio University/Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine Early Assurance Program
  2. Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Early Assurance Program with Lake Erie College Of Medicine
  3. Elmira College Early Acceptance Program with Lake Erie College Of Medicine
  4. West Virginia Wesleyan College Early Acceptance Program with West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine

Undergraduate Schools:

  1. California Institute of Technology
  2. Duke University
  3. Johns Hopkins University
  4. Northwestern University
  5. University of California, Berkeley
  6. Georgetown University
  7. New York University
  8. University of Southern California
  9. Georgia Institute of Technology
  10. University of Washington
  11. Rutgers University–New Brunswick
  12. University of Georgia
  13. Marquette University
  14. Hofstra University
  15. DePaul University

BS/DMD Schools:

  1. University of Detroit Mercy 7-year B.S./D.D.S Program

Medical Schools:

  1. UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine
  2. University School of Medicine
  3. Dartmouth Geisel School of Medicine
  4. University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine
  5. Rush University Medical College
  6. Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine

Other Schools:

  1. Boston College Carroll School of Management
  2. Babson College Arthur M. Blank School for Entrepreneurial Leadership
  3. Texas A & M Mays School of Business
  4. Southern Methodist University Cox School of Business