Choosing a laboratory can seem overwhelming when pursuing a graduate degree in the sciences. While some of these factors may be difficult just by talking to your prospective PI via email, zoom, or during the …
Choosing people to write reference/recommendation letters
If you are in the process of applying for university, scholarships, internships etc., chances are you will need to ask for one or more reference letters. By this point you’ve probably had dozens of teachers, …
What Makes A Good Medical School Applicant?
Medical schools are one of the most difficult to get admitted into in North America. A medical degree is highly coveted and comes with many perks, and thus attracts thousands of highly qualified applicants each …
3 Tips for Applying to Grad School
Making the decision to go to grad school is a big and exciting step! Here are some of my tips for surviving the process: Plan ahead. There is nothing more stressful than applying for master’s …
The Do’s and Don’ts of Getting the Best Reference Letter
Things to Do • Discuss your reference letter with your referee Make sure your referee knows your skills and achievements and what important details you would like them to highlight. Provide them with your up-to-date curriculum …
The 3 Biggest Lessons I’ve Learned About Applying to Medical School
Reflecting on my journey to medical school and on my current experiences as a pre-med consultant, I can think of three major and over-arching lessons I’ve learned about the medical school admissions process. 1. Be humble …