Medical School Admissions Guides

Master the MCAT: Calorimetry

In this video, we break down Calorimetry and how we actually measure heat transfer in the lab. We cover the differences between constant-pressure and constant-volume (bomb) calorimetry, walk through the essential heat transfer equation, and clearly define conduction, convection, and radiation. Whether you're struggling with specific heat capacity or keeping your isobaric and isochoric processes straight, this quick review will give you the high-yield facts you need for test day. If you missed them, make sure to check out the other videos in this series to master the foundational laws of thermodynamics!

Is My MCAT Score Good Enough for Med School? (Including CARS)

"From start to finish, taking the MCAT is one of the most challenging experiences a premed faces. After you've completed every difficult step, from countless study sessions to the dreaded test day itself, you still have to ask yourself what is an understandably anxiety-inducing question: Is my MCAT score competitive for medical school? The answer to this question, however, is more nuanced and complex than you might think. It depends on your program type, your CARS subscore, and how your score compares to the percentile distributions at your specific target schools. This video covers MD vs. DO benchmarks using AAMC FACTS data, what a good CARS score looks like and which programs screen on it independently, how to use the MSAR and Choose DO Explorer to assess competitiveness, and a two-question framework for deciding whether a retake is worth it."

How to Compare Med School Programs, Curriculum, and School Fit

You've been accepted to medical school! Congratulations! But . . . now what? No matter what anyone tells you, choosing the right medical school isn't about prestige. It's about finding a program that aligns with your learning style, career ambitions, and lifestyle. In this video, we break down the 6 essential factors every applicant should use to evaluate MD and DO programs: degree type, curriculum models, clinical exposure timing, mission alignment, support culture, and residency match outcomes.

Will a Low Grade, Gap Year, Withdrawal, or Unusual Background Hurt Your Med School Application?

Worried about a low grade, a "W" on your transcript, or taking time off before medical school? You aren’t alone, and your application isn't ruined. In this video, we break down how medical school adcoms actually evaluate academic setbacks, gap years, non-traditional backgrounds, and transcript anomalies through holistic review.

Master the MCAT: Thermochemistry

Struggling to remember the difference between state and process functions? Need a quick refresher on Gibbs free energy before test day? In this 3 minute MCAT review, we break down the high-yield principles of thermochemistry so you can tackle the Chem/Phys section of the MCAT with confidence. We cover the core laws of thermodynamics, how to identify endothermic vs. exothermic reactions, and the ultimate equation for determining reaction spontaneity. Whether you're calculating standard conditions or just trying to keep your signs straight, this video has you covered.

How to Prepare for Med School Interviews

You've almost made it through the application cycle: Primaries, secondaries, and hours anxiously waiting for an interview invite, not to mention years studying as a premed, and don't forget the MCAT. But once you receive an interview invite, what are the next steps? How do you prepare? What do you do afterward? This video answers those questions and more. We walk you through how to identify your interview format using the MSAR, how to prepare differently for traditional versus MMI formats, what to do in the 48 hours after the interview, and how to interpret acceptance, waitlist, and rejection as actionable data rather than just news. Topics covered: Traditional vs. MMI vs. hybrid formats How to use the AAMC's 17 premed competencies to structure traditional interview prep MMI reasoning framework for ethical dilemmas, role-play, and policy questions Post-interview follow-up: thank-you notes, letters of intent, and applicant updates AAMC traffic rules

Is My MCAT Score Good Enough for Med School? (Including CARS)

"From start to finish, taking the MCAT is one of the most challenging experiences a premed faces. After you've completed every difficult step, from countless study sessions to the dreaded test day itself, you still have to ask yourself what is an understandably anxiety-inducing question: Is my MCAT score competitive for medical school? The answer to this question, however, is more nuanced and complex than you might think. It depends on your program type, your CARS subscore, and how your score compares to the percentile distributions at your specific target schools. This video covers MD vs. DO benchmarks using AAMC FACTS data, what a good CARS score looks like and which programs screen on it independently, how to use the MSAR and Choose DO Explorer to assess competitiveness, and a two-question framework for deciding whether a retake is worth it."

How to Describe Research, Publications, and Conferences on a Med School Application (Full Breakdown)

Have you ever found yourself scratching your head, trying to decide the best way to describe research, publications, and conference presentations on your medical school application? The med school application process is such a dense forest of character counts, entry boxes, and descriptions, one could argue that the application is more complicated than the research it calls you to enter! But don't worry, if you've got application anxiety, we're here to help. This video covers how to enter research in the AMCAS Work and Activities section, how to write descriptions that demonstrate genuine involvement, how to list conference presentations and publications accurately, and finally, how to prepare to discuss your research in a medical school interview.

What Do Med School Adcoms Actually Look For?

Ever wonder what medical school adcoms are actually discussing behind closed doors? A high GPA and a top MCAT score is crucial for passing the initial screening, but stats alone won't secure an acceptance letter. Learn what adcoms actually want to see in your application.

Pre-Med Clinical Hours: What Counts & How Many You Need

What counts as pre-med clinical hours? Learn which roles qualify for MD applications, target hour counts, and why experience quality beats quantity every time.

Low GPA Medical School Acceptance: How to Fix Your Application

Learn how to fix a low GPA for med school. Compare post-bacc programs, upper-division science classes, and Special Master's Programs (SMPs) to boost your app.