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Admissions Coaching for Future Physicians, Starting in High School
From the first day of high school, every choice matters for a future physician. MedSchoolCoach helps students build a compelling academic and extracurricular foundation for college and medical school with year-round guidance and candidacy building from physicians and admissions experts.
Preparing for a medical career doesn’t start in college; it begins the moment your student steps into high school. Every class they choose, activity they commit to, and skill they build lays the groundwork for their future success. Without a strategic plan, students risk missing opportunities that can make the difference when applying to competitive college programs.
Not all advising programs are created equal when it comes to preparing future physicians. MedSchoolCoach FutureMD Pathway is the only advising experience built from the ground up for students pursuing medicine. From the first day of high school to medical school acceptance, we give your student the roadmap, resources, and mentorship they can’t find anywhere else. Our hands-on approach ensures your child has every advantage.
Parents invest in MedSchoolCoach because of the proven results. Our program doesn’t just guide students but transforms their trajectory, giving them the skills, confidence, and experiences that set them apart when it’s time to apply to college.
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Starting Early Matters
Preparing for a medical career doesn’t start in college; it begins the moment your student steps into high school. Every class they choose, activity they commit to, and skill they build lays the groundwork for their future success. Without a strategic plan, students risk missing opportunities that can make the difference when applying to competitive college programs.
Academic Choices Shape the Future
The rigor of a student’s high school curriculum directly impacts admissions decisions. Elite colleges expect excellence in science, math, and honors/AP coursework. Early guidance ensures students balance rigor with success, positioning them for strong GPAs and readiness for college-level demands.
Experiences Build a Standout Narrative
Colleges look beyond transcripts. Authentic involvement in clinical exposure, research, leadership, and service demonstrates initiative and purpose. By starting early, students develop a portfolio that reflects genuine interests, making their application memorable instead of manufactured.
Timing is Everything
Many pre-med students wait until college to think about medical school and, by then, critical opportunities are lost. Early strategy reduces stress, prevents missed opportunities, and maximizes competitiveness. With the right roadmap, students can apply to competitive medical programs with confidence, clarity, and a standout profile.
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What Sets Us Apart
Not all advising programs are created equal when it comes to preparing future physicians. MedSchoolCoach FutureMD Pathway is the only advising experience built from the ground up for students pursuing medicine. From the first day of high school to medical school acceptance, we give your student the roadmap, resources, and mentorship they can’t find anywhere else. Our hands-on approach ensures your child has every advantage.
Medicine-Focused, Not Generic
Unlike general college counseling services, our entire team specializes in medicine. Every strategy, resource, and piece of guidance is tailored to what future physicians need, from academic planning to clinical exposure. Parents can trust that no time is wasted on irrelevant or “one-size-fits-all” advice.
A Holistic, Multi-Year Approach
We don’t just focus on test scores or resumes. Our advisors help students curate a unique narrative that blends academics, leadership, service, research, and communication skills. Starting early allows us to build a multi-year plan that develops students into exceptional applicants with a clear story and brand.
Exclusive Connections & Networks
Through partnerships with organizations such as the High School Alliance for Future Physicians and Global Medical Brigades, our students gain unique experiences and mentorship that no other advising program provides. These connections help transform strong students into future leaders in healthcare.
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Results & Outcomes
Parents invest in MedSchoolCoach because of the proven results. Our program doesn’t just guide students but transforms their trajectory, giving them the skills, confidence, and experiences that set them apart when it’s time to apply to college.
Exceptional Acceptance Rates
Year-after-year, MedSchoolCoach students are accepted to college at rates far above the national average. With advisors who know exactly what admissions committees look for, we position students for success from their first year of high school through application submission.
A Clear Competitive Edge
By starting early, our students aren’t scrambling to check boxes. They are building meaningful experiences — from clinical exposure to leadership and research — that strengthen their application and highlight their unique story. The result is not just a strong applicant, but a well-rounded future physician.
Confidence Through Preparation
Families consistently tell us that the biggest outcome is peace of mind. Students gain clarity on every step of the journey, while parents know they’ve given their child access to the most specialized, premium guidance available.
Trusted by Institutions Worldwide
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The MedSchoolCoach Advantage
Our FutureMD Pathway for 9th and 10th graders is for families supporting a student committed to a future in medicine. Unlike general college counseling, we take a premium, physician-focused method combining holistic development, mentorship, and customized strategy to give students the strongest possible foundation for college and BS/MD admissions.
Every student receives one-on-one mentorship with year-round guidance, ensuring they stay on track academically, strategically plan extracurriculars, and build a portfolio that reflects their long-term goals.
Unlike general college counseling, our advisors include physicians and former college admissions committee members. Students receive mentorship from experts who understand exactly what colleges look for and how to position early for college, because they’ve been on the other side of the table.
Starting as early as 9th or 10th grade gives students a head start in building their academic, extracurricular, and personal brand. By the time they apply, their story is polished, consistent, and years ahead of their peers.
Choosing the right undergraduate program is one of the most important decisions for a future physician. Our advisors help families evaluate pre-med tracks and colleges to ensure students choose the right path. This saves time, money, and stress later.
Top colleges look for students who go beyond the classroom. MedSchoolCoach doesn’t leave families to figure this out alone; we directly connect students to meaningful experiences that shape their candidacy. From a dedicated research program that can include publications, to clinical shadowing, service projects, and leadership opportunities through organizations like the High School Alliance for Future Physicians and the National Innovation Council, students gain authentic exposure that aligns with their long-term goals. By integrating these experiences into a multi-year plan, we ensure each activity builds toward a cohesive and compelling application narrative.
Begin by filling out a comprehensive online intake that covers academics, extracurriculars, personal goals, and medical ambitions. This ensures our team understands your student’s unique starting point from day one.
Based on the intake, we pair your child with a dedicated College Advisor and Physician Advisor. Together, they offer the academic strategy and medical insider insight needed to plan a standout pre-med trajectory.
Throughout high school, your student will receive consistent mentorship, goal tracking, and accountability. Whether it’s course selection, leadership cultivation, research projects, or college planning, your advisors are with you every step of the way.
In your first one-on-one session, your advisors collaborate with your student to craft a tailored, multi-year roadmap. This includes coursework guidance, activity planning, passion project development, and narrative building.
Begin by filling out a comprehensive online intake that covers academics, extracurriculars, personal goals, and medical ambitions. This ensures our team understands your student’s unique starting point from day one.
Based on the intake, we pair your child with a dedicated College Advisor and Physician Advisor. Together, they offer the academic strategy and medical insider insight needed to plan a standout pre-med trajectory.
In your first one-on-one session, your advisors collaborate with your student to craft a tailored, multi-year roadmap. This includes coursework guidance, activity planning, passion project development, and narrative building.
Throughout high school, your student will receive consistent mentorship, goal tracking, and accountability. Whether it’s course selection, leadership cultivation, research projects, or college planning, your advisors are with you every step of the way.
Pre-Med Coach (4-Year Program)
Laying the foundation for long-term academic and extracurricular success
- College Exploration & Planning – Understand the college landscape, the various pathways, and how to research colleges in order to build your longitudinal admissions strategy.
- Coursework Planning & Guidance – Select courses that show academic rigor and pre-med alignment.
- Extracurricular Activity Mapping & Optimization – Strategically build a 4-year plan that lays the foundation for a winning extracurricular profile that aligns with your current passions and long-term goals, while offering flexibility for new interests to develop.
- Research Scholars Program – Participate in a 10-week STEM research experience with a PhD mentor, leading to submission for publication, maximizing chances for securing summer experiences and significantly impacting your college application. (The research gold program is a $4,000 value.)
- Summer Program Application Assistance – Get help identifying and applying to competitive programs for 3 summers.
- Passion Project Support – Design, launch, and maintain a signature initiative aligned with your interests and goals.
- Core Competency & Career Readiness Coaching – Build essential professional and personal skills.
- Writing Skills Development – Build and develop powerful storytelling and reflective writing abilities to craft compelling essays and personal statements. These skills will be applied across college and summer program applications, interviews, and future opportunities where clear, persuasive communication is essential.
- Membership to High School Alliance of Future Physicians – Become part of a prestigious national network of aspiring physicians, offering exclusive access to hands-on clinical experiences, mentorship, and medically relevant opportunities.
Included for All Students
Comprehensive support through every step of the application process
- Comprehensive Application & Essay Support – Expert help on Common App, Coalition, UC App, ApplyTexas, and more.
- YMD Essay (“Why Medicine?”) – Begin shaping your story through in-depth exploration with a physician advisor.
- Resume Editing – Polish your LinkedIn, CV, and activities list ensuring all experiences are properly documented and formatted for college applications.
- Supplemental Application Support – Craft captivating supplemental essays for up to 25 undergraduate programs (including BS/MD) — often totaling 100+ essays — ensuring each response is tailored, compelling, and strategically crafted.
- Interview Prep – Receive unlimited interview preparation to help you confidently present yourself, effectively respond to questions, and meet interviewer expectations.
- Post-Acceptance Advising – Receive expert guidance in evaluating your offers, comparing program strengths, and confidently selecting the school that aligns best with your goals—setting the foundation for long-term success.
- Appeal Letter Editing – Get strategic guidance on navigating deferrals, waitlists, and reconsideration requests to maximize your chances of admission and keep your options open.
- Financial Aid & Scholarship Guidance – Understand packages, maximize aid, and find scholarships.
Pre-Med Coach (3-Year Program)
Strengthening leadership, research, and personal development
- College Exploration & Planning – Continue to research colleges and start mapping potential schools and academic tracks.
- Coursework Planning & Guidance – Ensure your courses align with college and direct med program expectations.
- Extracurricular Activity Mapping & Optimization – Refine your involvement, increase leadership, and identify opportunities for meaningful service and community impact through volunteering, shadowing, and club roles.
- Research Scholars Program – Participate in a 10-week STEM research experience with a PhD mentor, leading to submission for publication, increasing chances for securing summer experiences and significantly impacting your college application. (The research gold program is a $4,000 value.)
- Summer Program Application Assistance – Get help identifying and applying to competitive programs for 2 summers.
- Passion Project Support – Launch and maintain a signature initiative aligned with your interests and goals.
- Core Competency & Career Readiness Coaching – Grow in emotional and intellectual maturity as well as cultural competency.
- Writing Skills Development – Build powerful storytelling and reflective writing abilities to craft compelling essays and personal statements. These skills will be applied across college and summer program applications, interviews, and future opportunities where clear, persuasive communication is essential.
- Membership to High School Alliance of Future Physicians – Become part of a prestigious national network of aspiring physicians, offering exclusive access to hands-on clinical experiences, mentorship, and medically relevant opportunities.
Included for All Students
Comprehensive support through every step of the application process
- Comprehensive Application & Essay Support – Expert help on Common App, Coalition, UC App, ApplyTexas, and more.
- YMD Essay (“Why Medicine?”) – Begin shaping your story through in-depth exploration with a physician advisor.
- Resume Editing – Polish your LinkedIn, CV, and activities list ensuring all experiences are properly documented and formatted for college applications.
- Supplemental Application Support – Craft captivating supplemental essays for up to 25 undergraduate programs (including BS/MD) — often totaling 100+ essays — ensuring each response is tailored, compelling, and strategically crafted.
- Interview Prep – Receive unlimited interview preparation to help you confidently present yourself, effectively respond to questions, and meet interviewer expectations.
- Post-Acceptance Advising – Receive expert guidance in evaluating your offers, comparing program strengths, and confidently selecting the school that aligns best with your goals—setting the foundation for long-term success.
- Appeal Letter Editing – Get strategic guidance on navigating deferrals, waitlists, and reconsideration requests to maximize your chances of admission and keep your options open.
- Financial Aid & Scholarship Guidance – Understand packages, maximize aid, and find scholarships.
Pre-Med Coach (2-Year Program)
Finalizing your application profile and preparing for submission
- Strategic School List Planning – Research colleges, engage schools productively, and create a balanced personalized list of target schools, including direct med and traditional pre-med schools.
- Extracurricular Activity Mapping & Optimization – Focus your activities around core interests, emphasizing leadership, long-term commitment, and noteworthy contributions aligned with college goals.
- Research Scholars Program – Participate in a 10-week STEM research experience with a PhD mentor, leading to submission for publication, positively impacting your college application. (The research gold program is a $4,000 value.)
- Summer Program Application Assistance – Get help identifying and applying to competitive programs for 1 summer.
- Passion Project Support – Maintain a signature initiative or explore a potential “mini” project aligned with your interests and goals.
- Core Competency & Career Readiness Coaching – Refine your personal and professional profile.
- Writing Skills Development – Drawing upon effective storytelling and writing abilities, begin crafting compelling and persuasive personal and supplemental essays.
- Membership to High School Alliance of Future Physicians – Become part of a prestigious national network of aspiring physicians, offering exclusive access to hands-on clinical experiences, mentorship, and medically relevant opportunities.
- Building Professional Connections – Learn how to facilitate relationships with future recommenders and network professionally.
Included for All Students
Comprehensive support through every step of the application process
- Comprehensive Application & Essay Support – Expert help on Common App, Coalition, UC App, ApplyTexas, and more.
- YMD Essay (“Why Medicine?”) – Begin shaping your story through in-depth exploration with a physician advisor.
- Resume Editing – Polish your LinkedIn, CV, and activities list ensuring all experiences are properly documented and formatted for college applications.
- Supplemental Application Support – Craft captivating supplemental essays for up to 25 undergraduate programs (including BS/MD) — often totaling 100+ essays — ensuring each response is tailored, compelling, and strategically crafted.
- Interview Prep – Receive unlimited interview preparation to help you confidently present yourself, effectively respond to questions, and meet interviewer expectations.
- Post-Acceptance Advising – Receive expert guidance in evaluating your offers, comparing program strengths, and confidently selecting the school that aligns best with your goals—setting the foundation for long-term success.
- Appeal Letter Editing – Get strategic guidance on navigating deferrals, waitlists, and reconsideration requests to maximize your chances of admission and keep your options open.
- Financial Aid & Scholarship Guidance – Understand packages, maximize aid, and find scholarships.
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“I couldn't be happier with the strategic planning services provided by MedSchoolCoach. My Physician Advisor, Dr. Lee, was incredibly knowledgeable and helped me navigate the complex BS/MD application process. She provided personalized attention, helping me plan my undergraduate classes, choose meaningful extracurricular activities, and develop a strong admissions timeline. With MedSchoolCoach's expertise, I feel confident in my chances of getting accepted into a BS/MD program. Highly recommended!”Excellent guidance for BS/MD applicants!
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“MedSchoolCoach's Strategic Planning Sessions have exceeded my expectations. My Physician Advisor, provided exceptional support and guidance throughout the entire process. She helped me create a comprehensive plan for undergraduate class selection, offered insightful advice on extracurricular activities, and ensured I was on the right track for my future medical career. The level of expertise and personalized attention I received from MedSchoolCoach has been truly invaluable.”Exceptional guidance for pre-med hopefuls
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“I am extremely impressed with the strategic planning services offered by MedSchoolCoach. The personalized attention and expertise of my Physician Advisor was instrumental in helping me navigate the BS/MD application process. From course planning to advising on extracurricular activities, they provided invaluable insights that enhanced my overall candidacy. The MedSchoolCoach team's experience and dedication shine through, and I highly recommend their services to all aspiring BS/MD students.”Top-notch BS/MD advising services!
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“Amazing people, amazing advice. Made the med school application process so smooth, even enjoyable at times. Now I’m off to Yale School of Medicine!”Off to Yale!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Our team includes former admissions directors, practicing physicians, and BS/MD graduates—all with firsthand experience in admissions.
Applications to BS/MD programs are reviewed by both undergraduate and medical school admissions committees. We pair each student with a College Advisor and a Physician Advisor to ensure you’re fully prepared for both.
Yes, we try our best to accommodate preferences, but we’ll also recommend the advisor most aligned with your goals.
Yes, parents are welcome! That said, we encourage students to take the lead in meetings to build independence and strategic thinking—qualities admissions committees value.
Guidance counselors often provide limited time and general advice. Our advisors offer in-depth, pre-med-specific mentorship from professionals who’ve been on admissions committees.
Yes – your Pre-Med Coach advisor will help you prepare every component of your application. This includes guidance on school list creation, essay planning and writing, and application strategy. If you would like dedicated support for application completion and review, we offer an optional premium package, with a 10% discount for Pre-Med Coach students.
We use CHART, our secure advising platform, for messaging, document sharing, and progress tracking. Phone and video calls are also used for live sessions.
We offer a 30-day refund window, so you can meet with both advisors and make sure we’re the right fit for your family.
MedSchoolCoach has assembled the absolute best team of Physician Advisors, Writing Advisors, and MCAT and medical school tutors. The entire coaching team is dedicated to helping you become a physician. Our team consistently goes above and beyond to help students at every step of their medical journey.
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Aaron Yeoh MDAdvisor
Aaron Yeoh MDAdvisor
Undergraduate: BS, Kenyon College
Medical School: MD, Harvard Medical School
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Adrian Diaz MDAdvisor
Adrian Diaz MDAdvisor
Undergraduate: Nova Southeastern University
Medical School: VCU School of Medicine
Residency: Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
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Akshay Sanan MDAdvisor
Akshay Sanan MDAdvisor
Undergraduate: Boston University
Medical School: MD, Boston University School of Medicine
Residency: Thomas Jefferson University
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Akshita Mehta MDAdvisor
Akshita Mehta MDAdvisor
Undergraduate: BS, University of Maryland
Medical School: MD, George Washington University
Residency: University of Texas Southwestern -
Alexandra Webb MDAdvisor
Alexandra Webb MDAdvisor
Undergraduate: Princeton University
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School
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Alexis Dallara-Marsh MDStandard Advisor
Alexis Dallara-Marsh MDStandard Advisor
Undergraduate: BS- City College of New York
Medical School: MD- State University of New York- Health Science Center at Brooklyn
Residency: Columbia University
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Alice Khmutova MDAdvisor
Alice Khmutova MDAdvisor
Undergraduate:University of California, Davis
Medical School: Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine
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Alix Ferdinand MDAdvisor
Alix Ferdinand MDAdvisor
Undergraduate: BS, Georgia State University
Medical School: MD, Emory University School of Medicine
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Allison McBride MDAdvisor
Allison McBride MDAdvisor
Undergraduate: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Medical School: University of North Carolina School of Medicine
Residency: Vanderbilt Pediatrics Residency Program
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Alyea PierceWriting Advisor
Alyea PierceWriting Advisor
Graduate Education: Masters of Education in Higher Education Administration, Rutgers University
Undergraduate Education: B.A in Communications, Rutgers University