applying to med school Archives

Personal Statement Rundown: Answering ‘Why Medicine?’ | MSHQ Workshop Series

Many students have trouble explaining the impact that their experiences had on their journey and focus too much on the what, and not the why, We can help you dig…

Discover Your Voice in Your Application Essays: TMDSAS and AACOMAS | MSHQ Workshop Series

Each application service is a little different, and it can be hard to know how to customize your application for each. We’ll go over the similarities and differences, and how…

Boost Your Application with Valuable Shadowing and Clinical | MSHQ Workshop Series

Clinical experience and shadowing are the two keys to knowing if you truly want to be a physician. Clinical experience shows you whether you want to spend your career caring…

Creating a Powerful Medical School List | MSHQ Workshop Series

We’ll walk you through the different factors to consider when creating your medical school list for your application cycle.

Your Guide to the 3 Medical School Application Services | MSHQ Workshop Series

Applying to medical school is a long and often difficult journey. Applying to more than one application service can exacerbate these struggles, especially if you’re not prepared for the distinct…

Activities: Move Past the ‘What’ to Uncover the ‘So What’ | MSHQ Workshop Series

The why behind your activities and your reflections are what allow the admissions committee to connect with you on a deeper level. The activities section is the place to talk…

What Does the Med School Application Timeline Look Like?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 281 As a premed student, when should you start writing your personal statement, taking the MCAT, and asking for letters of recommendation? I get…