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OPM 285: Do I Need Another Degree or Can I Take Individual Classes?

Do I Need Another Degree or Can I Take Individual Classes?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 285 This student has a 3.89 GPA with dual degrees in art and design and is trying to figure out the best way to…

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OPM 286: Are Volunteer Hours Really Necessary?

Are Volunteer Hours Really Necessary?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 283 Does one really need to volunteer? Would schools frown upon lack of hours if time is spent in class, work, or with family?…

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OPM 241: What to Do If You Aren't Willing to Relocate for Med School

What to Do If You Aren’t Willing to Relocate for Med School

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 241 Today’s question is a common one for nontrad students who are hesitant about having to move to get into a medical school. But…

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Ask Dr. Gray: Premed Q&A: How to Approach the MD/PhD Essay?

Ask Dr. Gray: Premed Q&A: How to Approach the MD/PhD Essay?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 97 Should your tone and writing style in the MD/PhD essay differ from the personal statement? Should your MD and MD/PhD personal statement be…

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OPM 237: When Does It Make Sense to Apply Early Decision?

When Does It Make Sense to Apply Early Decision?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 237 Is an early decision the smartest decision when you’re unwilling to relocate to another geographic area? While it might be an option, it…

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Ask Dr. Gray: Premed Q&A: Will the Changes to the USMLE Affect COMLEX?

Ask Dr. Gray: Premed Q&A: Will the Changes to the USMLE Affect COMLEX?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 91 Will DO and international medical schools be adversely affected by the changes to USMLE Step 1? What does the NRMP survey data say?…

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Ask Dr. Gray: Premed Q&A: Should I Apply Early Decision to Med School?

Ask Dr. Gray: Premed Q&A: Should I Apply Early Decision to Med School?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 90 When is it a good idea to apply early decision to med school? And what are you committing to when you check the…

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OPM 227: Should You Take the MCAT Before Retaking Dated Prereqs?

Should You Take the MCAT Before Retaking Dated Prereqs?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 227 You’ve taken your prereqs already, but it’s been a while—13 years! Should you retake your prereqs before you retake the MCAT? Questions answered…

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Ask Dr. Gray: Premed Q&A: Her 3.4 GPA isn't the Problem!

Ask Dr. Gray: Premed Q&A: Her 3.4 GPA isn’t the Problem!

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 86 Our caller today wants to know what she should focus on to enhance her med school application: GPA, MCAT prep, or clinical experience.…

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Ask Dr. Gray: Premed Q&A: Should I Push my Med School App Back a Year?

Ask Dr. Gray: Premed Q&A: Should I Push my Med School App Back a Year?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 85 Is it worth rushing to submit your med school application late in the cycle, or should you wait a year while you strengthen…

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