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AMCAS Work and Activities Example

AMCAS Work and Activities Examples: How to Stand Out

Dr. Rachel Rizal and Dr. Rishi Mediratta, your Cracking Med School Admissions application advisors, have literally read tens of thousands of AMCAS Work and Activities ...
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MMI Schools - Cracking Med School Admissions Tips and MMI Practice Tests

MMI Schools: Tips to Ace Each Medical School’s MMI

There is a lot of overlap in what medical schools ask in their Multiple Mini Interview stations. However, a MMI school does ask more questions ...
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252 MMI Practice Questions - Cracking Med School Admissions

252 MMI Practice Questions by Dr. Rizal: The Ultimate Resource for Medical School Interviews!

The best way to prepare for your upcoming medical school Multiple Mini Interview is to first purchase our Mastering the Multiple Mini Interview course created ...
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Medical School Secondary Essays: Popular Essay Prompts and Tips To Answer Them

Medical School Secondary Essays: Popular Prompts and Tips To Answer Them

After your AMCAS primary application is transmitted, you will begin to receive medical school secondary essays. While most schools send secondaries to all applicants, certain ...
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AMCAS Most Meaningful Experience

AMCAS Most Meaningful Experience: What You To Need To Know for 2021

Out of all your AMCAS work and activities, you can choose 3 activities as your most meaningful experiences. You have an extra 1325 characters to ...
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How To Write A Personal Statement For Medical School

How To Write A Personal Statement For Medical School

Table of Contents Add a header to begin generating the table of contents Your medical school personal statement is a golden opportunity in the medical ...
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How Long is Emergency Medicine Residency?

Emergency medicine is a fast-paced and dynamic specialty that attracts individuals who thrive in high-pressure situations and enjoy making critical decisions that save lives. For those considering this career path, a common question arises: “How long is emergency medicine residency?” Understanding the length and structure of emergency department training is essential for aspiring emergency medicine

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How Long is Dermatology Residency

Dermatology is a fascinating and rewarding medical specialty that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail disorders. As our understanding of skin diseases evolves and the demand for dermatological care continues to grow, the path to becoming a dermatologist is more essential than ever. One of the critical stages in this

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Cracking Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine: How To Get In

Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine (TUNCOM) is a leading institution dedicated to training compassionate and skilled osteopathic physicians who are committed to serving diverse communities. Located in Henderson, Nevada, just outside of Las Vegas, TUNCOM offers students a comprehensive medical education with a strong emphasis on holistic, patient-centered care. The school’s curriculum integrates

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How to Get Into UCR Medical School from the Cracking Med School Admissions team

How to Get Into UCR Medical School: Physician Expert Advice

The University of California, Riverside (UCR) School of Medicine offers a unique opportunity for aspiring physicians to train in a mission-driven environment focused on addressing healthcare disparities, particularly in underserved communities. Located in the diverse Inland Empire region, UCR provides students with extensive clinical exposure to a wide range of patient populations, preparing them to

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How To Get Into California University of Science and Medicine School of Medicine - Advice from Cracking Med School Admissions

How to Get Into Creighton University School of Medicine

Creighton University School of Medicine offers a unique and compelling environment for aspiring physicians, blending academic excellence with a commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care. Rooted in Jesuit values, the school emphasizes holistic education, service to others, and the development of ethical leaders in medicine. The school’s supportive, collaborative community fosters both personal and professional growth,

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How To Get Into California University of Science and Medicine School of Medicine - Advice from Cracking Med School Admissions

How to Get Into California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM)

California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM) stands out as a medical school deeply rooted in its mission to address health disparities and improve healthcare access in the underserved communities of San Bernardino County and beyond. CUSM values compassion and a commitment to health equity, emphasizing the importance of training future physicians who understand the

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UT Southwestern Medical School Secondary Application

University of Texas – Southwestern: UTSW Secondary Essays and Tips

UTSW Medical School Secondary Application Prompts by Year Add a header to begin generating the table of contents University of Texas Southwestern is one of the hardest medical school to get accepted to in Texas. Submitting an OUTSTANDING UT Southwestern secondary application is important if you want to receive an interview invitation. Incorporating “Why UTSW

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Harvard Medical School

How to Get Into University of Chicago Medical School

Hi premeds! This page serves as a high-yield resource for the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. The information from this page is a GOLDEN resource. We’ve compiled it from UChicago’s admissions statistics, the Pritzker website, and most importantly, from UChicago med students themselves! We’ll give you intel on admissions statistics, an insider perspective

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How to Submit A Strong Letter of Recommendation For Medical School - Advice from The Cracking Med School Admissions Team

How to Submit a Strong Medical School Letter of Recommendation

Whether you’re a pre-med applying for a competitive summer internship, planning to take a gap year, or applying to medical school, you’ll need fantastic letters of recommendation. The Cracking Med School Admissions team strives for our advisees to have ONLY strong letters of recommendation. Not just “good” or “okay” ones. But EXCELLENT. In this blog

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Rejected from Medical School

Rejected From Medical School: Reasons Why and What To Do Next

Rejected from Medical School: Reasons Why and What To do Next Are you a medical school applicant worried that you have not received enough or even one interview invite? Depending on the your application and time of the year, you can still boost your chances of getting an interview invite. Read our blog “”No Medical

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Medical Schools that Accept International Students

Medical Schools That Accept International Students

Applying to U.S. Medical Schools as an international Student Getting into U.S. medical schools as an international student is TOUGH. But, it’s very doable especially if you obtained your undergraduate degree or did your pre-med requirements in the United States.  How do I get into medical school as an international student?  We often get asked,

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Med Student Host

8 Do’s and Dont’s While Staying with a Med Student Host

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Medical School Secondary Application Essay Prompts 2016

Our Cracking Med School Admissions team has been busy helping students submitting their numerous secondaries. Whether you’re a pre-med wondering what types of prompts you will receive in the future or whether you’re a current applicant looking at the wide variety of essays, check out our list of medical school secondary application essay prompts for

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Medical School Committee Letters

Medical School Committee Letters of Recommendation: Why They’re Important

Medical School Committee Letters of Recommendation 101 Some schools provide pre-med students with the option of having a medical school committee letter. A medical school committee letter, which is written by a faculty member or a pre-med advisor at your school, summarizes the comments from all your recommendation letters. Visit the AAMC website for more information

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