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Question of the Week: Creating My MCAT Plan
March 24, 2023

I missed the info session about creating an MCAT study plan! What should I know? I plan to take it this summer!

Question of the Week: When should I know my specialty?
March 17, 2023

I know the medical student Match is today! Is it important to have an idea of your specialty before you start medical school?

Question of the Week: Summer Classes
March 10, 2023

What’s the maximum number of premed requirements that I should take during the summers?

Question of the Week: Finding Princeton Alums Near Home
March 3, 2023

I’d love to shadow or maybe intern with someone near home this summer and it would be nice to connect with alums. What’s the best way to look for them?

Question of the Week: Deciding Whether or Not to Take a Job
Feb. 24, 2023

I was offered a research position that was listed on the HPA website, but it’s a new lab and I’d be the only postgrad. I’m not sure it’s a great fit for me – what can help me decide?

Question of the Week: When Should I Know Where I'll Apply to Medical School?
Feb. 17, 2023

I'm starting to compile the list of medical schools I want to apply to. When should it be completed?

Question of the week: Prehealth student leadership
Feb. 10, 2023

Q: I’d like to get more involved in activities that support younger prehealth students’ experiences at Princeton around mental health, academics, and general “bonding.” What are the best ways to do this?
 
A: There are so many ways that our prehealth students support each other! Here are a few highlights:

Question of the Week: How to Choose a Major
Feb. 3, 2023

How should I go about choosing a concentration as a premed student?

Question of the Week: Preparing for the AAMC PREview exam
Jan. 27, 2023

Q: I’ve heard there’s a new test called PREview that I’ll have to take when I apply to med school. How should I prepare for it?
 
A: The PREview professional readiness exam is designed to gauge your judgment in…

Question of the Week: C- in a Prerequisite
Jan. 20, 2023

What does a C- in a prerequisite mean for me longterm as a premed?