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What Exactly is Pre-Med, and Which Colleges Offer It?
What exactly is pre-med? My daughter (currently finishing 11th grade) wants to major in pre-med and I don't see that program at a…
Which MCAT Score (If Any) Could Disqualify You From Medical School?
It's one of the biggest concerns of students applying to medical schools – how low is too low on the MCAT? Although each medical …
Ask the Dean Live Event Recap: Part 3
When I served as host of College Confidential's recent "Ask the Dean" event, I answered a variety of questions from the community…
Report: Mean MCAT Score Rose to 506.1 Last Year
Looking for information about medical school admissions? We've scoured the latest AAMC report to share the highlights so you can …
3 Facts to Know Before Taking the MCAT
If you know that the MCAT is in your future, it helps to understand everything about this exam early so you can develop a study p…
4 Myths and 1 Truth About Applying to College Pre-Med
Interested in becoming a doctor? You've probably heard conflicting advice about what to do as an undergrad to boost the odds of m…
Advice for Aspiring Doctor Still in 8th Grade
Question: I am in eighth grade. I know this seems a little early, but I want to graduate in eleventh grade so I can go to a good …
Stanford Medical Despite an F and a W?
Since I've started college my grades aren't that bad. I've passed almost all my classes with As and one B. However, during my fre…
Temple or Penn State for Confused Future Doctor?
Question: I'm currently stuck between a rock and hard place I feel like my life is falling apart. I made a decision to go to Penn…
Will Minimum Credits and Pass/Fail Grades Hurt Med School Applicant?
Question: I'm considering applying to med school or some kind of graduate school program in health or sciences after I get my deg…