BS/MD and pre-med applicants face a higher bar when it comes to essays. Admissions readers are looking for evidence of intellectual curiosity, sustained commitment to medicine, and the personal qualities that signal readiness for a future in healthcare.

In this session, Dr. Katie Chiou— resident at Mt. Sinai in New York City and alum of the Program in Liberal Medical Education at Brown University's Alpert Medical School — will break down what makes a compelling medical-focused essay.

You will learn:
- What BS/MD admissions committees are truly evaluating
- How to demonstrate motivation for medicine without sounding cliché
- How to balance storytelling with academic and clinical experiences
- Common mistakes that weaken otherwise strong applications

Whether you are drafting your personal statement or preparing supplemental essays, this session will give you a clear framework for writing with focus, depth, and authenticity.