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What Really Matters To a Director of Admissions
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 548 Andrea O’Brien, the Director of Recruitment Admissions at A.T. Still University, joins us today to discuss student admissions. For more podcast resources to…
Can I Show My Non-Typical Path in the Disadvantaged Essay?
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 333 This is a mini-episode to hopefully get you excited about MappdCon and make the financial burden of attending even less! Questions answered here…
My Trend Looks like a Rollercoaster, Can I Still Apply?
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 235 The journey to medical school can be challenging, especially for students, just like this 2.8 student today, who faced academic setbacks throughout undergrad.…
Big Announcements!
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 547 Today, we’re joined by Rachel Grubbs and Savanna Perry as we discuss the future of MSHQ and Mappd! We made the announcement a…
Will My 15-Year Old Prereqs Make the Cut?
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 332 They have a career as a nurse but have never given up their dream of becoming a physician. This nontrad is looking for…
Practice Smarter, Not Harder: Optimizing MCAT Study Efforts
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 326 How much practice is too much? You can do so many hours of practice and study but if you are not using that…
Do I Have A Chance With a 496 MCAT?5
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 331 This student has a 496 MCAT but feels confident about the rest of the application. Should they apply now, or should they wait…
Do Community College Prereqs Need a Refresh?
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 234 Should you retake all your community college courses at a four-year institution to increase your chances of getting into medical school? Ask Dr.…
Test-Day Reality Check: How Reliable are Practice Scores?
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 325 Are you wondering how your practice test translates to the real test? That’s always the big question. Today, we discuss the importance of…
Mindset Matters: Conquering Medical School at 52
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 546 Jen was here previously to talk about her journey to medical school at 50. Now, she’s 52! Let’s check in with her to…
