College Counseling Blog

My Experience of UCSF as a Med Student
by Shiv G. I'm right in the thick of my second year at UCSF, and let me tell you, it's...

Reflections from Stanford: Choosing the Right Medical School
by Hanan R. I found out that I was accepted to Stanford for medical school while teaching a grammar lesson...

What is it like at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine?
by Aaron L. Attending medical school at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine was a transformative experience that shaped my medical...

Attention High School Job-Seekers: Consider This Job for Soft Skills
by Justin B. For high school students, finding a job can be tough! Most find themselves working at a restaurant,...

Is There a Career Combining Humanities and STEM?
by Jennifer L. Yes! There are many career possibilities in which humanities and STEM go hand-in-hand. You don’t have to...

The Path to Medical School
by Hanan R. The notion of being a doctor first came to me when I was a kid. I felt...
College Essays Blog

UC Prompt #1: Displaying Your Leadership (Vlog)
by Molly R. Describe an example of your leadership experience in which you have positively influenced others, helped resolve disputes...

Writing Concisely in Your College Essay
by Molly R. As you probably know, it’s imperative to write concisely in your college essays. Every word matters when...

How to Write About Career in a College Essay
by Michelle P. What is the career that you imagined you would have as a kid? An action movie star?...

How to Write for Common App Prompt #7 – Free Choice
by Sarah M. Prompt 7: “Share an essay on a topic of your choice. It can be one you’ve already...

How to Write for Common App Prompt #6 – What Topic Do You Find Most Exciting?
by Michelle P. Common App prompt #6 asks: Describe a topic, idea, or concept you find so engaging that it...

How to Write for Common App Prompt #5 – Personal Growth
by Sarah M. Discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked a period of personal growth and a new understanding...