While marking medical school applications, one reoccurring mistake that many students commit is thinking more is better. Less is more. Less is better. Quality over Quantity always. A few meaningful commitments, excellence in an area of sport, music, leadership, etc.,
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Adcom Advice #4 – Grades Come First
There are so many factors to consider when reviewing medical school applicants. You may have heard that volunteering overseas will get you big points, that you must do research, or that a good MCAT score will go a long way.
Adcom Advice #3 – Don't Make Excuses
When you fill out your application, you want to put your best foot forward. You want your file to be flawless, free of typos and grammatical mistakes. That is why you must avoid making excuses! You should never make excuses
Adcom Advice #1 – Don't Lie
If there is one cardinal sin of applications, it is lying (false information, overexaggerate, half-truths) Nothing gets your application thrown out faster than lying: about your qualifications, extracurricular activities, personal achievements. There are no benefits from lying on your medical
Adcom Advice – Series
I am starting a new series titled: “Adcom Advice.” This year, I have the opportunity to be involved with my school’s admission committee and an integral part of selecting future medical students. Looking back on my own application process, I
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