Moon Prep Students Secure Acceptances Despite Low Admission Rates
Moon Prep students consistently defy the odds and get accepted to highly selective BS/MD Programs.
Numerous direct medical programs boast admission rates even lower than those of Ivy League institutions. In the fiercely competitive landscape of U.S. medical schools, the assurance of a guaranteed pathway to medicine holds immense value.
Moon Prep collaborates closely with students and their families, diligently working to secure their acceptance into some of the most esteemed BS/MD programs.
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A Leader in Direct Medical Programs
As the premier educational consultancy focused on BS/MD admissions, Moon Prep boasts the largest team of specialists committed to maintaining the world’s leading direct medical programs knowledge base.
Our counselors and essay coaches are passionate about sharing this knowledge effectively with ambitious students, equipping them with the readiness and confidence to pursue their aspirations in medicine.
The collaboration between our extensive knowledge base and personalized guidance from our team has led to exceptional results for our students.
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Our Acceptances Include BS/MD, Ivy League, & Top-Tier Universities
Moon Prep students’ acceptances extend beyond BS/MD Programs. The majority of our students have college lists that include Ivy League and top-tier institutions.
Our team of specialists collaborates with students to strategically position themselves and emphasize their achievements on their applications.
Moon Prep students receive numerous acceptances from BS/MD, BS/DMD, Ivy League, and highly competitive universities.
Student Case Studies
Here are a few of our recent student success stories.
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Female, Indian
Location: Virginia
Stats:
SAT: 1530
GPA: 4.23 (unweighted), 4.7 (weighted)
6 Direct Medical Acceptances.
Plus, many other notable undergrad acceptances.
Direct Medical Acceptances (6 total):
1. VCU – Guaranteed Admission Program (BS/MD)
2. Siena – Humanities in Medicine Program (BA/MD)
3. UConn – Special Program in Medicine (BS/MD)
4. Saint Louis University – Medical Scholars Program
5. Toledo University – BACCALAUREATE 2 MD Pathway (BACC2MD)
6. NYIT – Life Sciences, B.S./Osteopathic Medicine, D.O. program (BS/DO)
Notable Extracurricular Activities:
● Volunteer EMT
● Athletic Trainer Student Aide
● Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, CUREsaders Team Member
● 5 different volunteer/shadowing placements over 4 years
● HOSA State finalist in Virginia for Behavioral Health & Health Education Events
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Male, Indian
Location: Florida
Stats:
ACT: 33
GPA: 3.95 (unweighted), 4.64 (weighted)
3 Direct Medical Acceptances.
Plus, many other notable undergrad acceptances.
Direct Medical Acceptances (3 total):
1. Indiana University Indianapolis – Bachelor’s to MD (B/MD) Pathway to Medicine Program
2. Florida International University – 7-Year BS/MD Accelerated Pathway Program
3. Nova Southeastern University – Dual Admission program in Osteopathic Medicine (BS/DO)
Notable Extracurricular Activities:
● Mayo SPARK Research Scholar
● Medical Assistant Intern
● DKMS Club Founder and President
● Hospital Volunteering
● Clinical Research Intern
● Clinic Volunteer
● Cross Country Team
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Female, Asian
Location: Arizona
Stats:
GPA: 4.0 (unweighted), 4.65 (weighted)
ACT: 34
Top BS/MD Acceptances, including Brown PLME
1. Brown University – The Program in Liberal Medical Education (PLME)
2. TCNJ – 7-Year BS/MD program
3. Drew University – 7-Year BA/MD program
Attending: Brown PLME
Notable Extracurricular Activities:
● Student Researcher – topic: AI
● Teen Volunteer at medical center (2 years)
● Shadowed cardiologist (2 summers)
● Council Member of Student Advisory
● Tutor
● HOSA member
● Co-creator/Host of a popular Podcast
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Female, Indian
Location: North Carolina
Stats:
GPA: 4.0 (unweighted), 4.48 (weighted)
SAT: 1540
ACT: 36
Top BS/MD Acceptances, including Brown PLME
Direct Medical Acceptances:
1. Brown University – The Program in Liberal Medical Education (PLME)
2. Siena – Humanities in Medicine Program (BA/MD)
3. University of Oklahoma (BS/MD)
Attending: Brown PLME
Notable Scholarships:
● National Merit Scholarship
● Full ride to North Carolina State University
Notable Extracurricular Activities:
● Long-term research project
● Published author
● Dance
● Volleyball
● Hospital volunteering
● Vice-president of HOSA and medical club
● Placed in state for HOSA
● Hosted SAT boot camp
● EMS cadet
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Male, Caucasian
Location: Florida
Stats:
ACT: 34
GPA: 4.0 (unweighted), 5.21 (weighted)
11 AP courses, all 4’s and 5’s on the AP Exam
Attending: Brown University (Full Ride Scholarship)
Notable Extracurricular Activities:
● Two languages – Fluent
● Independent Research
● Founder- Nonprofit- Neuroscience and Music Therapy- Global Impact
● Research- National renowned institute
● Research at local Public University
● Clinic Volunteer
● Underserved Clinic Volunteer
● Employed- Medical Assistant
● Musician
● TA and Tutor at High School
● Leadership with Pre-Med club
● Leadership with Robotics team- World
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Male, Indian
Location: Texas
Stats:
ACT: 35
GPA: 4.0 unweighted, 5.33 weighted
Class Rank – 15th
Attending: Drexel University – BA/BS+MD Early Assurance Program
Notable Extracurricular Activities:
● Volunteer Internship at the local hospital (160 hours)
● Band/Drumline: Drum Captain
● Vice President HOSA
● National Honor Society
● Science Olympiad
● YMCA Youth and Government
● Passion project: Wrote/published a children’s book
● Pharmacist Technician
● American Red Cross Leadership Team
● Community Impact Through Art Director of Finance
● Barbara James Service Award (180 hrs)
● Assisted Living and Memory Care Volunteering (60 hours)
● Therapeutic Horsemanship (40 hours)
● Shadowing: Cardiology, Pediatric,
● Independent Study in Pulmonology
● Ophthalmology Internship (80 hours)
● 1st Place HOSA Cultural Diversities and Disparities in Healthcare Area Exam, 6th State Leadership Conference 2023
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Male, Indian
Location: Kentucky
Stats:
Valedictorian
GPA: 4.0 (unweighted)
ACT: 35
Attending: MIT – Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Notable Extracurricular Activities:
● Aerospace Engineering Certification
● Governor’s Scholar 2023
● Bausch & Lomb Science Award 2023
● National Merit Semifinalist 2024
● Big Future National Rural and Small-Town Recognition Award 2023
● Roger Scholar, 2022 and 2020
● Multiple science fair awards
● 4-H- Advisor for Adult council
● Boy Scouts
● Won multiple state mathematics competitions
● Quizbowl
● Independent research – topic: cancer
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Male, Asian
Location: Pennsylvania
Stats:
GPA: 4.74 (weighted)
SAT: 1560
National Merit
Attending: Hofstra University BS/MD
Notable Extracurricular Activities:
● Two languages – Fluent
● EMT
● Shadowing- 120 hours/year
● Research at a local Public University
● HOSA Founder and President
● NHS President
● Tennis player- Varsity- 3 years
● DECA member
● National Academic Quiz Tournaments
● VP- Junior Achievement
● Science Olympiad
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Female, Indian
Location: Massachusetts
Stats:
GPA: 3.93 (unweighted), 4.53 (weighted)
SAT: 1570
5 Direct Medical Acceptances.
Plus, many other notable undergrad acceptances.
Direct Medical Acceptances (5 total):
1. Drexel University – BA/BS+MD Early Assurance Program
2. VCU – Guaranteed Admission Program (BS/MD)
3. Youngstown State (BS/MD)
4. St Bonaventure (BS/MD)
5. LECOM (BS/DO)
Notable Extracurricular Activities:
● Cross country, track
● Spring track assistant
● Physician shadowing
● Nursing home volunteer
● Instructor at a rehab program
● Clarinet instructor
● Speech and Debate captain
● Founder of a nonprofit organization
● Multiple summer research programs