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The Importance of Inspiration in Academic Performance
February 12, 2014
Tags Intelligence , Performance , Practice , Talent
Over the past 10-20 years, evidence has been mounting that one very commonly held belief is seriously flawed; that our success in academics, sports, and life is greatly influenced by the natural talents we are born with. Instead, while genetic gifts are certainly relevant, it is the underestimated yet simple concept of practice that does a better job of explaining talent, intelligence, and performance.
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Should I Retake the MCAT?
February 9, 2014
Tags MCAT , MCAT Test Prep , Pre-Med , Retaking MCAT
Should I retake the MCAT? This is a question a lot of folks wonder about. First, be aware that there is a very significant risk that your score will go down.
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How ESL Students Can Meet the Challenges of the GMAT
February 9, 2014
The GMAT is a struggle for most MBA applicants. The timing, adaptive format, lack of calculator and generally daunting writing style of math and verbal questions combine to create a stressful experience for undergraduates and working professionals in the United States who are its intended victims target audience. These features make the GMAT even more of a trial for ESL students.
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Evaluating LSAC Evaluations: How They Can Help or Hurt Applicants
January 28, 2014
Tags LSAC Application , LSAC Evaluations
Three years ago, LSAC introduced evaluations to complement traditional recommendations. These LSAC evaluations, at some schools, can be used in place of a traditional recommendation. At the time evaluations were rolled out, I had no idea what to make of them.
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A Healthy Mix of Approaches - An Interdisciplinary Approach to Law School
January 28, 2014
As law becomes an increasingly interdisciplinary field, the importance of a well-rounded law school experience cannot be understated. Your three years will be an incredible time to broaden your intellectual horizons, develop expertise in non-legal fields that interest you, or simply mix things up a little bit. Since law schools often exist within larger university systems, they can provide their students with access to all sorts of opportunities. Think about whether you are interested in any of the following opportunities and tailor your search accordingly:
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How to Capitalize on the Admissions Interview
January 28, 2014
As a former Admissions Officer at the University of Rochester, I know that the admissions interview is a crucial factor in the decision to admit or reject an applicant. The interview is how you become not just another application on the stack, but a real person with potential. And most importantly, it’s the chance for you to get an Admissions Officer on your team who will go to bat for you during the decision-making part of the process.
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5 Ways to Study for the LSAT While in College
January 28, 2014
Tags How to Study for LSAT , LSAT Prep , Pre-Law
If you have a full college course load and a decent social life, it’s probably hard enough to balance the two. Add studying for the LSAT to the mix, and you may feel overwhelmed. This post gives you 5 ways to balance studying for the LSAT with school and life obligations.
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6 Medical School Interview Mistakes That Admissions Officers Hate
January 28, 2014
Medical school interviews come in all different shapes and sizes. Some schools interview 1-on-1, some have multiple interviewers, some have multiple-mini-interviews (MMI). Some schools use students, others use faculty, and some use alumni.
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How to Get Your Law School Applications Ready in Time
January 28, 2014
Tags Timeline , law school , Deadlines , December LSAT , Organization , Planning
I can’t tell you how often students and parents ask me exactly what they need to do to get into Ivy League schools. As you well know, these schools are looking for the smartest and most talented individuals. In reality, there isn’t a simple answer or shortcut. There is, however, a brilliant strategy you can implement to significantly improve your chance of getting into a top school. And it is to prepare for college rowing...NOW!
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Story Selling and the MD Admissions Process
January 28, 2014
A medical school application must be a story. During the MD admissions process, each admissions committee looks for talented students they can groom into outstanding physicians who will then honorably represent their institution for decades to come.