Is It Too Early To Start Preparing for the MCAT?
The early bird gets the top MCAT score, but when is it too early to start thinking about the MCAT?
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Abbey Landini
MCAT Score: 520
Education: Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine (Class of 2027); Indiana University, Chemistry and Spanish (Class of 2022).
Abbey believes the key to success on the MCAT is confidence—if she can run her own baking business and make 500+ cinnamon rolls in one summer, then you can score 500+ on the MCAT! Abbey loves to break down complex concepts and passages in ways that are approachable for students. Abbey served as an associate instructor in Organic and Inorganic Chemistry before joining Blueprint as an instructor and tutor in 2022. Abbey has also joined the battle against antimicrobial resistance in an infectious disease lab and worked as a patient care tech in a medical-surgical unit. She is training for her third marathon, dabbling in sourdough baking, and traveling as much as possible before matriculating at Feinberg School of Medicine in August 2023.
What Should Premed Students Do in the Summer?
Trying to figure out how to make the most of your summer? Here are some ideas to keep you busy, boost your med school app, and maybe even have a little fun (yes, that’s possible).
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How to Ask for a Letter of Recommendation for Medical School
Need a letter of recommendation for medical school? Check out our guide on how to ask for one the right way (without feeling awkward) and snag some sample email templates to make your life way easier. Let’s make this task way less intimidating and get you one step closer to that white coat!
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Best Majors for Medical School
Find out what the best majors for medical school are and which ones will give you a competitive edge in the application process.
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Do You Get Scratch Paper on the MCAT?
When studying for the MCAT, many students wonder, do you get scratch paper on the MCAT? The answer is yes, but not in the traditional sense. Instead of loose sheets of paper, test-takers are provided with a laminated noteboard and…
How to Set Up MCAT Test-Day Conditions for a Practice Exam
Taking full-length MCAT practice exams is one of the most effective ways to prepare for test day. However, to truly simulate the experience and get an accurate gauge of your performance, it’s essential to replicate test-day conditions as closely as…
What Premed and Medical School Requirements Do I Need To Complete?
Wondering if medical schools have premed requirements? Discover everything you need to know, including prerequisites and how to prepare a successful med school application.
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Why Your Hobbies Are Just as Important as Pre-Med Extracurriculars
Proof that playing guitar or knitting might just get you into medical school.
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Test-Taking Myths for the MCAT (and How to Fix Them)
Don't fall prey to these common MCAT myths.
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What Practice MCAT Score Do I Need Before Test Day?
Wondering what score you should aim for on your practice MCAT exams as test day approaches? Let’s break down what you need to know!
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