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Collegiate Gateway Blog2022-08-20T16:05:55-04:00

Start Early to Be Successful in Med School Admissions

Preparing for and applying to med school is complicated and can be overwhelming, so beyond starting early, we recommend working with an experienced and knowledgeable advisor to set yourself up for success. In this post, we’ll walk you through some of the ways that a long lead time—and expert guidance—can boost your medical school application outcomes.

Tips for Creating a College Application Video Submission

Several highly selective colleges now offer the opportunity to submit a short video with your college application. Check out our advice for giving your top schools a glimpse of your unique character.

Tips for Completing the Common Application Activities Section

Read our suggestions for completing your Common App Activities Section, which is limited to a 150-character description. Learn how to present your unique interests, responsibilities, and roles in extracurricular activities to colleges within the limited fields allowed by the Common App.

Tips and Tricks for Tackling the Common Application Form

Read our tips and tricks to complete the Common Application efficiently and with less stress! Our recommendations include timing, essay writing, editing, and gathering important information in advance.

College Applicant Portals

Why should students take the time to set up a college applicant portal? Read on to find out more about the functionality of these online platforms and why it’s important to follow through and set up your account.

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