How to Choose Extracurriculars During Medical School
Choosing the right extracurriculars in medical school can determine which residency you match into. Here’s how to prioritize them.
Premed and Medical Student Summer Research Guide
Summer research for premeds and MS1 students matters more than ever. Here’s how to find the right lab, choose the right project, and build a competitive CV.
Premed Extracurriculars: What Medical Schools Want to See
Not sure which activities matter as a premed? We break down the most important ones and how to write about them on your medical school application.
Do Med Schools Have Summer Break? What Medical Students Do in the Summer
Medical school summer break only happens once. Here’s how long it lasts and how to make the most of the summer between MS1 and MS2.
Common AMCAS Work and Activities Mistakes (And How to Fix Them)
Avoid these AMCAS Work and Activities mistakes that could cost you a medical school acceptance.
AMCAS Hobbies: What Adcoms Look For and How to Write Them Well
Hobbies can strengthen your med school application or waste a valuable slot. Learn which to include and how to write about them effectively.
Do Medical Mission Trips Help Premeds Get Into Med School?
We break down whether medical mission trips actually help premeds get into medical school, how admissions committees evaluate them, and what matters far more than simply going abroad.
2026 AMCAS Work and Activities Section Guide (Extracurriculars)
Some students consider the Work and Activities section of their application to be less important than other sections. This is a fatal mistake. Learn what it takes to craft an impactful extracurriculars section.
Is Your GPA Too Low for Med School? How to Still Get an Acceptance
If you have a low GPA and want to be a doctor, all hope is not lost. Here’s how you can get accepted to medical school with a low GPA.
BS/MD Research Experience for High School Students
We break down BS/MD research experience, including what opportunities are available to high school students, how to get involved, and common mistakes to avoid.