Program Plan for Record Enhancers

 

🩺 The Record Enhancer track is designed for students who have completed most of their pre-medical coursework but need to strengthen their academic credentials to become more competitive medical school applicants. Common focus areas include improving a cumulative or science GPA and increasing MCAT scores.

This program also provides intensive support in applicant development — from strengthening your personal statement and interview skills to helping you articulate your unique story and stand out in a competitive admissions landscape. Participants may also enroll in upper-level science coursework to demonstrate academic readiness.

Some students may also take upper-level science courses to demonstrate academic readiness further.

📚 The Academic Component

Our Record Enhancer students receive tailored academic support through a team-based approach that includes a Student Success Specialist, science faculty leads in biology, chemistry, and physics, and peer and professional tutors.

Upon entry, students are assessed to identify key areas of need, whether academic performance, test-taking strategy, or both. Our curriculum emphasizes the development of effective study habits, learning strategies, and MCAT preparation techniques—all aimed at enhancing academic performance and test readiness.

Most courses are taken alongside the general student population, although future semesters may include classes designed specifically for Record Enhancer students. While our program provides academic guidance, individual departments and the College of Arts & Sciences determine course offerings and instructor assignments. Courses offered exclusively for students in the Record Enhancer track will be clearly labeled.

Most courses are taken with the general student population, but future semesters will include select courses exclusively for Record Enhancer students. These will be marked.

Note: Course offerings, availability, and instructors are determined by the individual departments and the College of Arts & Sciences, not the program itself.

🤝 The Extracurricular Component

Record Enhancer students must engage in enrichment and extracurricular experiences that prepare them to become holistic, service-oriented applicants.

Record Enhancer students engage in:

  • 👩‍⚕️ Shadowing physicians
  • 🌍 Group service projects and volunteering
  • 🧪 Clinical and community-based experiences
  • 🎤 Monthly enrichment sessions with guest speakers and workshops
  • 📝 Team-building and medical school application development

These experiences are intentionally designed to foster leadership, compassion, and professionalism — key qualities sought by medical schools.

🎯 One-Stop Support for Our Students

Our program offers a comprehensive and collaborative environment where Record Enhancer students receive the tools and mentorship to navigate the pre-med process confidently.

As a Record Enhancer student, you will benefit from:

  • Advising and academic resources tailored to your needs
  • Peer mentoring and support from current medical students
  • Application development support from experienced advisors
  • Scholarship opportunities and financial aid guidance
“Camaraderie, not competition, defines our program culture.”