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Am I Wrong for Retaking Classes At Community College?
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 342 Is it acceptable for a student to take postbaccalaureate science classes at a community college? While some advisors and schools may disapprove, most…
How do I Navigate Secondaries as a NP?
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 245 The applicant, who is currently a nurse practitioner, is getting conflicting advice from physicians about whether to highlight or downplay their experience as…
Can I Take Prereqs While on Active Duty?
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 341 This nontrad is a registered nurse in the Air Force and is looking for the right time to begin their coursework. Is it…
Active Learning Hacks for MCAT Triumph
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 337 This week, we discuss active learning strategies for the MCAT – including flashcards, teaching others, and using practice questions to reinforce content. We’re…
Picking Up the Pieces
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 558 Andrea discusses her journey to medical school, including facing academic challenges like being placed on probation and improving her MCAT scores multiple times…
Breaking Barriers: From First Gen to Future Doctor
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 557 Let’s listen to Antonio’s journey to becoming a physician while coming from a low-income, first-generation background. Be inspired as he talks about his…
After Difficult Circumstances, Should I Give Up?
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 244 This student is seeking advice on her medical school application process after facing several personal challenges, including the death of her husband, being…
The Secrets of MCAT Stress
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 336 Managing stress is crucial not only for success on the MCAT but also for the long and demanding career in medicine that follows.…
Mastering the MCAT After Three Tries
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 556 Today, let’s listen to Elizabeth’s journey through the premed and medical school application process. Elizabeth shares her experiences with cancer scares as a…
Is an SMP My Only Option?
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 340 After receiving interview feedback from an admissions committee, this nontrad is questioning if their only way into medical school is to pursue an…
