Debunking Common Myths About the MCAT
You may have heard (or thought) of these common MCAT myths. We give you the straight truth on MCAT prep and scoring here at Blueprint Prep. “I need to reach my perfect goal score in order to get into medical…
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Top Med Schools in New York
New York is brimming with excellent colleges, a vibrant cultural scene, and abundant opportunities. If you are in the hustle of applying to medical schools, New York is the ideal choice for several reasons. New York has 18 prestigious medical…
Best Med Schools in Texas
Welcome to the Lone Star State, the land of barbecue, Tex-Mex, oil rigs, and the largest horse population in the US. The four years of medical school play a crucial role in your career as a medical professional. Texas has…
Planning Your Junior Year of College As a Pre-Med
Well, it’s August now… That “back-to-school” feeling is in the air. You’re halfway through college, and just two more years (or more if you’re like me) stand between you and graduation. But you’re a pre-med student, which means you’re just…
Top Med Schools in Colorado
Welcome to Colorful Colorado, home to the Rocky Mountains, the Mile-High City, and Coors Light. If you’re an aspiring medical professional, we understand the importance of selecting the best medical school. While there aren’t that many med schools in Colorado…
What NOT to Do If You’re Retaking the MCAT
If you’ve found your way to this article, you’re probably currently living the Groundhog Day-esque experience of Medical College Admission Test Prep 2: Electric Boogaloo. Whether you voided your MCAT score out of panic the first time, scored lower than…
MCAT vs LSAT: Complete Comparison
The MCAT, medical college admission test, and LSAT, law school admission test, are both incredibly difficult, long exams. The MCAT prepares future physicians for medical school while the LSAT does the same for aspiring law students. While the subjects tested…
What Is the Average MCAT Score?
So you’re preparing to take the MCAT. Great! But when it comes to preparing for med school you might have a lot of questions regarding the MCAT exam, like when to take the MCAT, whether you can submit your application…
To 515 and Beyond! Why an MCAT Score is More Than Just a Number
Five hundred twenty-eight. Compared to seeing the numerals “528,” the written words have a much different vibe for me now. There I was, shooting for a 100% on exams throughout college, then suddenly people were telling me I “need a…
How Long Should a Med School Personal Statement Be?
The part of applying to medical school that can be the most intimidating isn’t the prep classes or even the MCAT itself. For many students, it’s the personal statement segment of the application that can be the most daunting. The…