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FutureMD Pathway: Premier College Admissions Support for Aspiring Physicians
Direct medical programs (BS/MD, BA/MD, BS/DO, etc.) are extremely competitive, boasting acceptance rates of around 3-10% at some of the most prestigious undergraduate programs. MedSchoolCoach offers premium, end-to-end advising for families committed to helping their student secure a spot in one of these elite programs or Ivy League universities as a pre-med. 96% of our students get accepted after interview prep.
Why Strategic College Advising
Changes Everything
Securing admission into a BS/MD or BA/MD program unlocks a direct path to medical school that saves families time, money, and stress. Here’s why this advantage matters:
For applicants looking at traditional colleges, being a pre-med student isn’t equal at all institutions. Finding the right university to thrive in as a student is absolutely critical to your eventual success as a medical school applicant. MedSchoolCoach helps identify and get into the best traditional college program for you.
Elite colleges, BS/MD and BA/MD programs admit only a tiny fraction of applicants. To stand out, students need more than strong grades; they need an exceptional application that proves their readiness for medicine.
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The Direct Medical Advantage
Securing admission into a BS/MD or BA/MD program unlocks a direct path to medical school that saves families time, money, and stress. Here’s why this advantage matters:
Streamlined Path to Medicine
Direct medical programs can offer a more structured route, helping students bypass some of the uncertainty of traditional admissions. While many still require milestones like the MCAT and interviews, securing a BS/MD seat reduces the need to reapply through multiple competitive cycles. Our advisors help families determine whether a BS/MD program or a traditional pre-med track is the best fit for each student’s goals.
Cost & Time Savings
Families save thousands in future application costs, prep courses, and gap years. Students can also progress toward their medical degree faster, with many programs shortening the timeline to becoming a physician and earning a living at their dream job.
Early Confidence & Security
High school seniors who secure a BS/MD seat gain unmatched peace of mind. With their medical school future locked in, they can focus on thriving academically and personally during their undergraduate years.
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Pre-Med Programs Aren't Equal
For applicants looking at traditional colleges, being a pre-med student isn’t equal at all institutions. Finding the right university to thrive in as a student is absolutely critical to your eventual success as a medical school applicant. MedSchoolCoach helps identify and get into the best traditional college program for you.
Pre-Meds Only
We only focus on students who want to become physicians. If you want to succeed in a traditional pre-med undergraduate program, MedSchoolCoach can help you get there.
Build a Strong Application
When it’s time to assemble the application that will introduce you to admissions committees, our team is there at every step. Whether you’re writing the “Why MD” essay, completing the Common App, Coalition, UC App, Apply Texas, or individual supplemental applications, we help you refine each component so that it truly captures who you are.
Reduced Stress, Stronger Results
Applying to elite college programs is intense. Without guidance, the pressure can overwhelm both students and parents. At MedSchoolCoach, we not only help students plan proactively through strengthening essays, interviews, and applications, but we also provide families with the structure and reassurance they need.
By keeping the process organized, transparent, and stress-free, we help families stay informed and calm while students submit their standout applications with confidence.
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Selective Programs Demand More
Elite colleges, BS/MD and BA/MD programs admit only a tiny fraction of applicants. To stand out, students need more than strong grades; they need an exceptional application that proves their readiness for medicine.
Beyond the Transcript
Top programs expect perfect or near-perfect GPAs and test scores as the baseline. What truly matters is how a student demonstrates intellectual curiosity, leadership, and commitment to medicine beyond the classroom.
Great Extracurricular Depth
Admissions committees look for meaningful experiences such as research projects, clinical exposure, and shadowing, all of which show maturity and clarity of purpose. Students must go beyond “check-the-box” activities to present a compelling story.
Compelling Personal Narratives
Every applicant has strong academics. What sets admitted students apart is their ability to articulate why medicine, why now, and why them. Crafting a cohesive, authentic narrative is critical for success in hyper-selective direct medical admissions.
Trusted by Institutions Worldwide
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The MedSchoolCoach Advantage

How It Works
Your student is paired with admissions experts who specialize in elite colleges and BS/MD programs and understand what these hyper-selective committees are seeking. This isn’t just advising. It’s a strategic partnership with a mentor who has walked both sides of the admissions table.
Your student is paired with admissions experts who specialize in elite colleges and BS/MD programs and understand what these hyper-selective committees are seeking. This isn’t just advising. It’s a strategic partnership with a mentor who has walked both sides of the admissions table.
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“Dr. Lee is extremely nice and down to earth. She guided my son very patiently for almost 2 years and helped him get into BS/MD program. My son has a full ride for undergrad. This entire process was daunting. But Dr. Lee and Rob Rivas helped us through the extremely stressful application and interview process. We couldn't have done this without their help and guidance. We feel blessed to have found Dr. Lee and MedSchoolCoach. Thanks for everything!"
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“I honestly cannot speak highly enough about the experience of working with Michelle, Susan, Darlene, and Ken. Every one of them is extremely knowledgeable, warm, supportive, and excellent at their jobs. Without their guidance and support, I do not know if I would be sitting here writing a review about both of my children achieving their lifelong dreams of going to medical school. I know what a daunting process applying to medical school is, and having a team behind you like MedSchoolCoach can really make the difference between receiving acceptance letters versus denials. If you have a child applying to medical school, I cannot recommend a better service.”
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“Dr. Kachiu Lee and Rob Rivas helped me tremendously throughout the college admissions process. From brainstorming my personal statement to refining my supplementals, both Dr. Lee and Rob consistently provided thorough feedback in a short amount of time, ensuring my responses articulated my ideas in the best manner possible. Additionally, Dr. Lee was invaluable in prepping for my BS/MD interviews, giving great feedback on how to optimize my responses while also providing practice through several mock interviews. Overall, I would highly recommend both Dr. Kachiu Lee and Rob Rivas as advisors, especially if you are applying to college and are interested in BS/MD programs.”
David: "Invaluable in prepping for my BS/MD interviews." -
MedSchoolCoach was amazing. Everyone at the company is very helpful and wants to see their clients succeed. My personal advisor was very responsive and helped me in every stage of the process. I truly feel that if I had not used MedSchoolCoach, I would not have gotten into my top choice for medical school. I sent out 12 secondaries, interviewed at 5 schools, and was accepted to 4 and waitlisted at the other.
Madi: "Interviewed at 5 schools, and was accepted to 4." -
I had an amazing experience with MedSchoolCoach. Coming off a failed application cycle, I felt very lost and confused about how to navigate another one. Then, I met Dr. Nelson, and my outlook completely changed. He has single-handedly been one of the best mentors I have ever met. Always going above and beyond, inspiring me along the way, and genuinely wanting to see me achieve my dream. I know for a fact that my journey into medical school wouldn't be the same without him. I can't recommend him enough!
Zach: "I met Dr. Nelson and my outlook completely changed." -
“The first time I took the MCAT without any preparation, I did not achieve the score I wanted to reach. When I found the resources available by the instructors in MedSchoolCoach, I was able to boost my score from a 500 to 527 in my most recent practice test in just 3 months! I am thrilled with this score, and beyond grateful for MedSchoolCoach <3”
Sabrina Sarwar: "From a 500 to 527 in my most recent practice test." -
I used their services to help me pass the basic science comprehensive exam and now for step 1 prep. I will most definitely continue to use their services for step 2 prep as well.
My tutor, Alexander Merriman, is out of this world! He can get in my head and really help me get to the route of my learning gaps. Alex can and will explain things to me a million ways to guarantee that I understand the concepts and will never get it wrong again. Not only has he helped me with knowledge onboarding and strategies for answering questions but also has helped me gain confidence and get out of any bad habits I built before starting on this journey with MedSchoolCoach.
Christina Tartaglia: "I will most definitely continue to use their services." -
I used MedSchool Coach to help me study for the USMLE Step 1 exam and was so thankful for their help! I highly recommend Abdul was a tutor! I was really nervous about the exam and really at a loss about how to the study before working with him. He provided a personalized approach and we systematically tackled all of my areas of weakness before the exam. After our sessions, I walked into test day feeling infinitely more confident than I would have been without his help!
Emma L: "walked into test day feeling infinitely more confident."
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Frequently Asked Questions
Meet Our Coaches
MedSchoolCoach has assembled the absolute best team of Physician Advisors, Writing Advisors, Research Mentors, 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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Aiden MurrayAssistant Director of Medical School Tutoring & Residency Advising
Aiden MurrayAssistant Director of Medical School Tutoring & Residency Advising
Sarah Lawrence College
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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
Fellowship: Columbia University -
Amita Rajani MD, DipABLMAdvisor
Amita Rajani MD, DipABLMAdvisor
Undergraduate: BS, University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Medical School: MD, West Virginia University
Residency: Inova Health System -
Chris KadoCollege Advisor
Chris KadoCollege Advisor
Undergraduate: Wayne State University
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Clarence Kong MDAdvisor
Clarence Kong MDAdvisor
Undergraduate: BS, City University of New York School of Medicine
Medical School: MD, City University of New York School of Medicine
Residency: Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra University -
Derrick Rogan MACollege Advisor
Derrick Rogan MACollege Advisor
Undergrad: Butler University
Graduate: University of Indianapolis -
Erin Matthews MSAdvisor
Erin Matthews MSAdvisor
Undergraduate: University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Graduate School: University of West Alabama -
Heidi Moawad MDAdvisor
Heidi Moawad MDAdvisor
Undergraduate: BS, Case Western Reserve University
Medical School: MD, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Residency: University of Chicago -
Ignacio Santana MDAdvisor
Ignacio Santana MDAdvisor
Undergraduate: BA, Brown University
Medical School: MD, Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Residency: University of California, San Francisco -
Kachiu Lee MDDirector of Direct Med (BS/MD) Advising
Kachiu Lee MDDirector of Direct Med (BS/MD) Advising
Undergraduate: BA, Northwestern University
Medical School: MD, Northwestern University
Internship: Banner Good Samaritan Hospital, University of Arizona
Residency: Rhode Island Hospital/Brown University
Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School