You know that you need a good letter of recommendation, but how do you make sure your letter will actually help you?
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For pre-meds, the big problem with your application is not just “what do I write?” but also “how do I write it” and “is there something I should be sure to cover in my personal statement?”
Learn more about how to register for your PreMed Weekend Retreat from this post written by Don Osborne, creator of the PreMed Retreat.
Well, I’m back in the office this morning the day after the January retreat. All I can say, was that it was absolutely INCREDIBLE! There was so much good sharing going on, and students were learning so much about themselves while learning about the ins and outs of the application process. We discussed one on one the strengths of each student, and what they really need to improve upon to impress admissions committees. Some students even realized that they weren’t clear on their motivations to medicine, and …
In this clip, Don explains to students how to get the best letter of recommendation they can.
Want to get a glimpse of what you can expect on your retreat? Check out the video below to hear some expert advice on speaking your motivation to medicine.
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Who should you really ask for your letter of reccommendation? 80% of letters of recommendation don’t help you get into medical school: they just don’t do anything, because there is clearly no relationship between yourself and the reccommender! At PreMed Retreat, we will discuss ways you can get the letters of reccommendation that you want, letters that will actually help you get into medical school.
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Letters of Reccommendation are an important part of your medical school application process. When it’s time to apply, you don’t want to be scrambling around, trying to find a professor who doesn’t know you to write you a stunning reccommendation. At PreMed Retreat, we will discuss ways to build working relationships with faculty so that when the time comes, you can confidently ask faculty for a letter of reccommendation that you know will be glowing.
