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 specific, 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. City University of New York – Brooklyn College – B.A.-M.D. Program with SUNY Downstate
5. University of Illinois at Chicago – Guaranteed Professional Program Admissions (GPPA)
6. Rutgers University – Newark – BA/MD Program with New Jersey Medical School
7. Virginia Commonwealth University – Guaranteed Admission Program for Medicine
8. Florida Atlantic University – Wilkes Medical Scholars Program
9. Indiana University Indianapolis – Baccalaureate/MD Program
10. University of Alabama at Birmingham – Early Medical School Acceptance Program (EMSAP)
    

BS/DO Programs:

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

Undergraduate Schools:

1. Duke University
2. Johns Hopkins University
3. Northwestern University
4. Georgetown University
5. New York University
6. Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech)
7. University of Georgia
8. Marquette University
9. Hofstra University
10. DePaul University