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As the competition for places at medical schools intensifies it is more important than ever for those wishing to study medicine to maximise their performance in every part of the application process One of the most challenging elements of this for many applicants is the medical school interview This book which has been written by medical students who have successfully made it through selection will give candidates valuable insights into the process and help them prepare for anything that is thrown at them. Written in partnership with the American Medical Student Association, Kaplan\'s Getting Into Medical School provides insider advice on planning for med school. Admissions advisers and medical students offer expert tips on everything from researching schools to financing your degree. Getting Into Medical School is your practical guide to navigating the entire med school application process.Expert GuidancePlanning for medical school during college�what courses to take and extracurricular activities to get involved inAdvice on researching the best medical school for your individual needs and goalsHow to prepare an outstanding application and excel in the interviewPersonalized information for all applicants, including minorities, women, people with disabilities, and international studentsDetailed advice on how you can finance your M.D. without going too far into debt after graduationInterviews with successful medical students and admissions advisersRoundtable discussion with medical school students on the admissions processWe invented test prep�Kaplan (www.kaptest.com) has been helping students for almost 80 years. Our proven strategies have helped legions of students achieve their dreams. Inside information and proven strategies for anyone considering med school. College Admission and Scholarships Made Easy and Fun? Inconceivable!
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There\'s nothing more stressful to parents than their child\'s journey through the college admissions process, especially trying to help them earn private scholarships for college, and even merit scholarships. Many parents question whether it\'s even possible to find a college that is satisfying to both parent and child, that will offer college scholarships for high school students who were homeschooled. In The HomeScholar Guide to College Admission and Scholarships, college admission consultant and homeschool expert, Lee Binz, puts these concerns to rest. In a clear, step-by-step manner, Lee lays out a virtual college admission 101 course on how she helped her students earn admission and get scholarships for college.Learn the secrets to successfully navigate the college process from start to finish, including selecting a college, negotiating college fairs, earning college scholarships for high school students, and marketing your student effectively. 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Andrew Pudewa, Director at Institute for Excellence in WritingLee blends valuable advice with scriptural guidance that will help you and your teen navigate the high school years and ease the transition to college. Paul and Gena Suarez, Founder and Publisher of The Old Schoolhouse(R) MagazineI strongly recommend this book to all homeschooling parents who think that college might be in their child\'s future. It not only demystifies the process of preparing for, searching for, applying to, and affording college, it will also put you at ease as you help your child make one of the most important decisions of his young life. Dr. Jay Wile, Author of Junior and Senior High Science CoursesI\'ve been a little afraid of the college scene. Lee helped calm my fears, reassured my inner-dad, and walked me through the whole process. Reading this well-written book will do the same for you. Todd The Familyman Wilson, Familyman MinistriesLee sums up in a concise and enjoyable way what took me years to learn about getting your homeschooled child into college. I found so much helpful information and truths I wish I had known earlier. This book is an essential guide for the journey to college. Jeannie Fulbright, Author of the Apologia Young Explorer Science SeriesScroll up and grab a copy today. This book is not intended to be complete and authoritative. As the title suggests, this book serves as a checklist. It contains the must-do items before departing. No item can be skipped. Similarly, this book will serve as a guide so that you do not miss the critical items as you prepare for a career in medicine. You should read this book the first day of college and refer to it often until you receive your acceptance to medical school. I would love to hear how this book has helped you. Please feel free to contact me at treynunnery@gmail.com. Good luck! See you on the wards! Are you keen to study medicine at university? Need advice on making sure your medical school application stands head and shoulders above other students\' university applications?If so, Getting Into Medical School 2012 entry is the book for you. It\'s full of essential information that can help you to secure your place at the medical school of your choice. From deciding whether a career in medicine is right for you and ensuring you choose the right A Levels to creating a winning personal statement on your UCAS application and performing brilliantly at interview, you\'ll find everything you need to know about the medical school admissions process inside this fully updated edition of Getting Into Medical School. There\'s also information on studying medicine abroad (including GAMSATs), doing a pre-med course and advice on BMAT and UKCAT admissions tests.Packed full of expert advice and insider tips on getting into university, as well as information on current issues facing the medical profession (including ethical issues such as euthanasia, recent epidemics such as swine flu and changes in the NHS), Getting Into Medical School will give you a head start in one of the most competitive application processes in the UK. Getting into Medical School also contains a look towards your career in medicine with information on specialisation and salary - as well as details of alternative career options - ensuring you are fully equipped to convey your dedication and passion for medicine to the university admissions tutors.Founded in 1973, MPW, a group of independent sixth-form colleges, has one of the highest number of university placements each year of any independent school in the UK and has developed considerable expertise in the field of applications strategy. They author the Getting Into guides which explain the application procedures for many popular university subjects, as well as the best-selling How To Complete Your UCAS Application. Also available in the Getting Into series:Getting Into Art & Design Courses Getting Into Business & Economics Courses Getting Into Dental School Getting Into Engineering Courses Getting Into Law Getting Into Oxford & Cambridge Getting Into Physiotherapy Courses Getting Into Psychology Courses Getting Into Veterinary School The most complete guide to BS/MD programs available. Updated for 2013. Written by a college counselor who has helped hundreds of students like you become the strongest candidate for BS/MD programs. Includes: How to find the best program for your needs The types of essay questions asked by BS/MD programs Questions asked during medical school interviews How to be the strongest possible candidate This is the most current and complete guide to BS/MD programs available anywhere. For every program it includes: Contact information Application deadlines Program details Application requirements Acceptance rates Whether it admits international students If you want to get into a BS/MD program, read this book. Your plain-English guide to getting into the medical school of your dreamsGetting accepted to medical school is a long and rigorous process and many students find they need help. If you\'re one of these students, Getting into Medical School For Dummies is the perfect tool to help you through the process and realize your dream.By providing you with concise information about preparing for and applying to medical school, Getting into Medical School For Dummies prepares you for the application process. Written by an industry expert, it gives you a distinct advantage in the competitive medical school admissions process, preparing you for every step and helping you create your best application.Takes you through the often-overwhelming process of applying to medical school Explains what medical schools and admissions committees are really looking forProvides plain-English explanations of complicated medical school admissions processesIf you\'re one of the over 40,000 students who apply to medical school each year and need help sorting through the admissions schedule, writing statements of intent, and preparing to take the MCAT, Getting Into Medical School For Dummies has you covered! Getting Into Medical School 2011 entry contains all you need to know to secure a place on the medicine course of your choice. From the start of the book you are told the grades you\'ll need at A level as well as what sort of person you have to be to be in with a chance of making a successful application to medical school. This straight-talking approach will ensure you re completely set up to begin your application and you know exactly what s expected of you.Getting Into Medical School 2011 also contains essential information on deciding where to apply, filling in your UCAS application, different teaching styles at different institutions and handling interviews well. This will ensure you re application shines out from the rest and you give a fantastic interview. Vital information about fees, funding, medical careers and current issues in medicine is all provided so you can be sure you have all the most up to date information you need and can send off your application in confidence.Founded in 1973, MPW, a group of independent sixth-form colleges, has one of the highest number of university placements each year of any independent school in the UK and has developed considerable expertise in the field of applications strategy. They author the Getting Into guides which explain the application procedures for many popular university subjects, as well as the best-selling How To Complete Your UCAS Application. Also available in the Getting Into series:Getting Into Art & Design Courses Getting Into Business & Economics Courses Getting Into Dental School Getting Into Engineering Courses Getting Into Law Getting Into Oxford & Cambridge Getting Into Physiotherapy Courses Getting Into Psychology Courses Getting Into Veterinary School Do you want to study medicine at university but need to make your application stand out? Do you need insider information so you know exactly what admission tutors are looking for?Getting into medical school is tough, with enormous competition for places admission tutors only select the very best applicants. Make sure your application stands out from all the others with Getting into Medical School 2013 entry. Inside you\'ll find everything you need to know about applying and getting into medical school. From deciding whether medical school is right for you and choosing the right A Levels to the interview and acceptance process. Full of essential information Getting into Medical School 2013 entry includes insider tips for the interview plus a section on the current issues facing the medical industry so you\'ll be clued up for the interview. Including guidance for studying abroad and on obtaining valuable work experience.Getting into Medical School 2013 will guide you from the beginning of your application right through to applying to different universities, accepting offers and beyond, including:-Understanding what funding and bursaries you are entitled too -Writing a personal statement that will make you stand out from the competition -Helping you to decide what to specialise inUse Getting into Medical School 2013 entry to make sure your application conveys your enthusiasm and passion for the subject so you get onto the course of your choice and win a place at medical school. Minority students get an inside look at approaching the rigorous premedical academic process, including course requirements, medical school applications, and admissions procedures. Written by a team of medical students and residents, this resource provides first-hand accounts of how to become a successful medical school applicant. Premed advisors, financial aid counselors, and admissions directors have reviewed the content. The inside facts -- from three recent med-school graduatesWith applications on the rise, this bestselling guide will be more popular than ever! Here\'s a wealth of advice on curriculum planning in high school and college, the application, the MCAT, interviewing and resumes, selecting a med school, and obtaining financial aid tips for minorities, women, and older students plus what to expect in med school and residency. Applying for medical school needn\'t be such a daunting prospect with this book on your side. Packed with insight, tips, and information you won\'t find anywhere else, the second edition of So you want to be a doctor? is an essential guide to the application process from start to finish. Over 100 medical students and admissions tutors have contributed to unique profiles of every medical school in the UK. An insider point-of-view on each school is complimented by straight-forward rankings of each school by the cost of living, the difficulty of the course, and the competition for each place. With such a comprehensive and honest survey of UK medical schools, choosing the right one for you has never been easier. Alongside these profiles, this guide is packed with practical advice for every step of the application process. Find out what kind of work experience is best, and how to go about getting it. Prepare for your interview with an updated chapter including sample questions taken from the direct experience of successful medical school candidates. Ace your UKCAT or BMAT by learning how to approach the tests strategically and practising with the included sample questions. So you want to be a doctor? Then you\'ll need this book! Do you want to know how to get into medical school? Do you need insider information so you know exactly what admission tutors are looking for? Do you want to know how to land key internships? Getting into medical school is tougher than ever with fierce competition for every place and tutors admitting only the very best. Fully revised and updated for 2014 entry Getting into Medical School is an honest and practical guide giving you all the information to prepare for your application and advice on how to shine at the interview so you get into medical school. From deciding whether medical school is right for you and choosing the right A Levels, to acing the interview and understanding the acceptance process, inside you\'ll find everything you need to know about applying and getting into medical school. Full of essential information Getting into Medical School 2014 entry includes insider tips for the admissions tests and medical school requirements, plus a section on the current issues facing the medical industry so you\'ll be clued up for the interview. Plus guidance for studying abroad and on obtaining valuable work experience. Getting into Medical School 2014 will guide you from the beginning of your application right through to applying to different universities, requirements, accepting offers and beyond, helping your application stand out so you get into the medical school of your choice, including: -Understanding what funding and bursaries you are entitled too -Writing a personal statement that will make you stand out from the competition -Helping you to decide what to specialise in Founded in 1973, MPW, a group of independent sixth-form colleges, has one of the highest number of university placements each year of any independent school in the UK and has developed considerable expertise in the field of applications strategy. They author the Getting Into guides which explain the application procedures for many popular university subjects, as well as the best-selling How To Complete Your UCAS Application. Getting into medical school is difficult, even for students with excellent college undergraduate records. Today, only about one-third of all students who apply to medical college are accepted--a statistic that emphasizes the vital importance of well-focused preparation on the part of medical school candidates. Getting into Medical School, now in its new eleventh edition, has gained a well-earned reputation as a time-proven source of sound advice and information on how medical school candidates can improve their chances for admission. Written by a medical doctor who is also an experienced student advisor, and updated to reflect today\'s medical school environment, this book emphasizes the importance of attaining a good score on the standardized MCAT (Medical College Admission Test). It also guides applicants through the arduous process of medical school application and advises on how to make a good impression when invited for that all-important personal interview. The book concludes with a detailed medical school directory that lists up-to-date tuitions and fees, academic requirements, and application and enrollment information for more than 140 accredited medical and osteopathic colleges across the United States. Also included is a list of Web sites that provide helpful information to medical school candidates.