Medical School Secondary Essay FAQ
Everything you need to know about writing strong secondary essays—including when to start, how to approach common prompts, and how consulting can help.
How Long Do I Have to Complete My Medical School Secondary Essays?
Why Do I Need to Write Secondary Essays?
I Applied to 20 Schools. Will I Receive 20 Secondary Applications?
I Applied to 20 Schools. How Do I Write Up to 100 Essays in Two Weeks?
Does Not Receiving a Secondary Essay Mean I’ve Been Rejected?
Are Secondary Applications Free?
Should I Write the “Optional” Secondary Essays?
I Have a Lot to Say. How Do I Stay Within My Word Count?
How Long Does It Take to Write a Secondary Essay?
Can I Use the Same Essay for Different Schools?
Can I Reuse an Experience From My AMCAS?
What if I Have Gaps in My Education? How Do I Explain What Happened?
What If I Don't Know What I Want to Specialize In?
I’ve Never Faced a Significant Challenge Before. How Do I Write an Adversity Essay?