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Blueprint MCAT Non-Trad Admissions Webinar

No one said the path to becoming a doctor was easy. Between keeping a stellar undergrad GPA, a mountain of extracurriculars, the MCAT, and equally-as-passionate peers, the competitive medical school…

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OPM 284: How Can I Get Into Medical School After All These Fs?

How Can I Get Into Medical School After All These Fs?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 284 Our student today is in her 30s and wants to go to med school but after calculating her GPA at Mappd.com, she’s concerned…

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OPM 282: Will Adcoms Understand Why I Lack Clinical Experience?

Will Adcoms Understand Why I Lack Clinical Experience?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 282 As a nontraditional student when you have more responsibilities than the average premed out there, is it a good enough reason to not…

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OPM 281: What Should I Do If I'm Failing My Postbac?

What Should I Do If I’m Failing My Postbac?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 281 Most students aim for good grades during a postbac to prove their academic capabilities to med schools. What do you do if your…

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PMY451: She Chased Her Passions and Caught the Eye of Med Schools!

She Chased Her Passions and Caught the Eye of Med Schools!

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 451 I had a pleasure talking with Ashley, who shared her amazing journey to med school. Ashley was able to enjoy the process and…

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OPM 280: Is a "Colorful Truth" Better Than Discussing a Red Flag?

Is a “Colorful Truth” Better Than Discussing a Red Flag?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 280 This week, we answer a common question among students who have a history of an illness or any mental health issue. Should you…

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5 MCATS, 4 App Cycles, a Masters, Postbac & 3 Acceptances!

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 450 This week, we’re celebrating 450 episodes! James took the MCAT 5xs and applied 4xs, and got 3 acceptances! How did he overcome pressure…

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OPM 279: Will It Look Bad to Use an Old Letter of Recommendation?

Will It Look Bad to Use an Old Letter of Recommendation?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 279 This week, we have a question about letters of recommendation, and especially older ones. Should you go for a recent online professor that…

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OPM 278: When Should I Give Up?

When Should I Give Up?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 278 This week, we are doing something a little different. Based on some recent events, I decided to talk about plan Bs and when…

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OPM 276: Do I Need to Complete an SMP After DIY Postbacc?

Do I Need to Complete an SMP After DIY Postbacc?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 276 Today’s student asked a popular question among nontrads. SMP and/or Postbac? If you have a similar question, hopefully listening to this podcast can…

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