Remote BS/MD Admissions Coach & Essay Editor

MedSchoolCoach; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MedSchoolCoach is seeking BS/MD advisors who have firsthand experience with direct medical programs to mentor high school students through the BS/MD/Bs/DO admissions process. You will collaborate with a college advisor and guide students on school lists, essays, interviews, and timelines.

The role emphasizes strong editing, interpersonal skills, and a supportive, high-touch approach to help families navigate a stressful admissions period from late summer to January peak season.

Qualifications

• MD or DO physician (attending preferred; residents and fellows will also be considered).
• Successful graduate of a U.S. direct medical program (BS/MD, BA/MD, BS/DO, or BA/DO).
• Demonstrated firsthand knowledge of the BS/MD or BS/DO admissions process.
• Experience mentoring or advising students applying to medical school or direct medical programs.
• Admissions committee experience strongly preferred.
• Strong editing and writing skills, particularly with college and BS/MD application materials.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with high school students and their families.
• High level of emotional intelligence and professionalism.
• Comfortable managing multiple students throughout an application cycle.
• Proficiency with Zoom, Google Meet, and other online collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• develop a strong working relationship with the college advisor, acting as a unified team that will support the applicant through the application process
• evaluate candidacy of high school students looking to apply to BS/MD programs. This includes evaluation of their GPA, SAT/ACT scores, completed courses, extracurricular activities, and experiences
• edit the applicant's BS/MD personal statement and BS/MD supplemental essay questions
• collaborate with applicant to create a customized BS/MD school list that aligns with the student’s candidacy, goals, and preferences
• prepare students for admissions interviews
• advise students throughout the application process, implementing proactive measures like consistent check-ins, thorough editing, and timelines/deadlines
• manage family expectations and enlist them as part of the larger team supporting the student
• assist students with developing personal responsibility and managing their work
• offer your expertise and guidance on key application questions and situations

Skills

Mentoring experience

Admissions guidance

Essay editing

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Education

MD/DO physician

Tools

Zoom

Google Meet

Job description

MedSchoolCoach is seeking BS/MD advisors who have firsthand experience with direct medical programs to mentor high school students through the BS/MD/Bs/DO admissions process. You will collaborate with a college advisor and guide students on school lists, essays, interviews, and timelines.

The role emphasizes strong editing, interpersonal skills, and a supportive, high-touch approach to help families navigate a stressful admissions period from late summer to January peak season.