Hang out on the internet long enough wondering how to get into med school and you’re bound to hear about “Special Masters Programs.” You may be wondering what they are and who they’re for. We initially addressed post-baccalaureate programs, as those seem to be a better fit for the majority of transitioning veterans. With that … Continue reading Special Masters Programs
Going it Alone: How to Knock Out Your Pre-Reqs Without a Post-Bacc
There are a number of reasons why someone finds a post-bacc pre-medical program is an unappealing choice. Post-bacc programs are time- and energy-intensive, and can be quite expensive. If your financial resources are limited or you’re supporting a family, it’s not super easy to just drop everything, likely move to a new city, and throw … Continue reading Going it Alone: How to Knock Out Your Pre-Reqs Without a Post-Bacc
Why Doing a Post-Bacc Was the Best Decision I Ever Made
One thing I will emphasize repeatedly is that there is no single, cookie-cutter path to medicine. That includes how you decide to go about completing your pre-requisites. If you've been on the site for a hot minute, you know that I did a 12-month post-baccalaureate pre-medical program at Goucher College, and it was easily the … Continue reading Why Doing a Post-Bacc Was the Best Decision I Ever Made