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Khan Academy for the MCAT Professional Review

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A group of pre-medical students studying for the MCAT.

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Khan Academy has one of the more established MCAT courses available to students. This is especially true since they are partnered with the AAMC themselves, the administrators of the MCAT. Here’s what you need to know about the resource.

The 2021 Ultimate Guide to the AMCAS

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A student using a laptop to male an AMCAS application

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Applying to medical school can seem like navigating a maze, and can undoubtedly intimidate a lot of students. To help ease some anxieties, here is our complete 2021/2022 guide to completing your AMCAS medical school primary application.

UWorld American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) QBank Review

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Desk with Laptop, stethoscope and notes for ABIM QBank Review

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Each year, as thousands of physicians begin studying for the internal medicine boards, an age-old question comes up: Which question bank (Qbank) should they choose? Today we are going to be reviewing the UWorld ABIM question bank to evaluate its quality as a study resource.

Medical Schools Application: Non-Profit vs For-Profit

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A group of medical school students in a classroom.

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In August 2007, the first for-profit medical school gained accreditation in the United States after more than 100 years of being banned. As a topic that many medical school applicants don’t typically consider, here’s the discussion to be aware of when applying to (or attending) a non-for-profit vs. for-profit medical school.

Top 5 Genius MCAT Study Tips

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A student typing on computer and using study tips for MCAT

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Although you cannot take shortcuts when it comes to preparing for the MCAT, there are certain study practices and strategies that distinguish top performers. Here are our top 5 genius MCAT study tips that can help you take your score to the next level. 

Here’s Why Spaced Repetition Is (Still) Important for USMLE Step 2 CK

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A student studying for the USMLE Step 2 CK while practicing spaced repetition.

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Spaced repetition is an active learning technique that involves taking information you need to memorize, usually in the form of flashcards, and repeating it across increasing intervals to help improve memory retention. Here’s how it can help you succeed on USMLE Step 2 CK.

How to Study for the Neurology Shelf Exam

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Someone on laptop studying for Neurology Shelf Exam

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For many medical students, the neurology shelf exam is perceived as one of the “easier” shelf exams. Despite its reputation, “easier” is certainly a relative term and there absolutely are students who find the neurology shelf exam quite challenging. Here are our tips for success.

How I Used UWorld During My Didactic Years

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A medical school student studying using UWorld during his didactic years.

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While there is certainly no substitute for clinical experience in gaining competence and confidence in clinical medicine, I give enormous credit to UWorld in helping me to build a solid mental framework on which I could superimpose my learning in the clinical setting and deepen my understanding

The 2021 Best MCAT Practice Tests

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Bird's eye view of a student using a laptop for MCAT practice test.

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Arguably the most important factor to consider when choosing an MCAT practice test is accuracy. With so many different choices out there for practice exams, it can feel overwhelming to pick the best resources. This is why we’ve created this 2021 practice test guide!

Is an MSAR Subscription Worth It?

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A group of medical residents in a hospital.

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After maintaining a strong GPA, garnering hundreds of research, clinical, and volunteer hours, and scoring high on the MCAT exam, an applicant’s next challenge is figuring out where to apply and the MSAR can help with that!

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