Shemmassian Academic ConsultingReviews of shemmassianconsulting.com

I decided to pursue medical school without much insight into the application process. My decision to work with Shemmassian made all the difference. Given how important timing is with applications, the consulting I received from SAC provided me with the best chances for success in my first cycle. From cyclic crafting of my personal statement and work and activities section throughout the fall and winter to finalizing my primary application and providing a structured approach to the secondary applications, my consultants helped make my work efficient and timely while prioritizing the aspects of my application that helped me stand out and were true to myself. Their timely feedback, structured approach, and accountability enabled me to submit a well-rounded application early in the cycle to set me up for the best chances of success. They were a tremendous resource for my questions and continued to prepare me through mock interviewing as my first interviews came. I was confident throughout the process that their insights best prepared me to tackle each step of the cycle. In the end, my work with SAC was invaluable to my early MD acceptance in my first cycle.

After two failed application cycles, I felt like I would never get into medical school. In a Hail Mary attempt at one last go, I considered seeking the help of a professional advisor. I spent a lot of time researching different advising companies, meeting with their representatives, and weighing out what I perceived as the cost/benefit analysis for each advising plan. Shemmassian Consulting immediately stood out. Some of the other companies I had spoken to thought it would be best to take another gap year to strengthen my application and then come to them for their services. When I scheduled to meet with a representative from Shemmassian, I was shocked to find that Dr Shemmassian himself contacted me! In our meeting, he reviewed my previous applications and discussed options with me. He expressed his confidence that he and his team could get me into med school in the next cycle with no need for me to spend another year amping up my application. He instilled confidence in my ability to become a doctor that I hadn’t felt in a long time. I immediately knew I was going to work with them. I had the most amazing experience with my advisor and editing team. They were responsive, attentive, patient, and genuinely kind to me. They expressed confidence in my candidacy for medical school and helped me better understand why I was a competitive applicant, in spite of previous failures. Everything throughout the application cycle was meticulously planned and prepared for, allowing me to work through the stressful months of applying in a timely manner. It was quite literally a dream come true when my first acceptance came in from the first interview I had been offered! There is still months left in the cycle, but with Shemmassian’s help I have the security and peace of mind of having an acceptance early on to an absolutely fantastic program. I look forward to the rest of the cycle as I can see the fruits of the Shemmassian team’s abilities play out with even more success in the coming months. But, for now, I rest easy knowing that Shemmassian helped me reach my dream of having the chance to become an MD. I would recommend Shemmassian’s services to anyone, for any of the advising they provide. I look forward to continuing to work with them in the future as I continue through my career in medicine. Thank you Shemmassian Academic Consulting!

My advisor and writing expert were available to answer all of my questions, and they provided timely feedback in accordance with a very helpful, flexible, and easy-to-manage schedule of tasks. The interview help I received was invaluable, and preparing for the ethical examinations was made extremely simple thanks to my advisor. When writing secondaries, I was fortunate to have a dedicated, responsive, and helpful writing expert, Nancy, who addressed all of my questions and truly elevated my responses. Overall, I do not think I could have had any of the success I did without Shemmassian Academic Consulting's amazing resources!

I cannot thank Shemmassian Academic Consulting enough for their invaluable insight and expertise throughout my medical school reapplication process. I highly recommend their service as it is an incredible resource for reassurance and anxiety reduction during what can be a stressful journey. Dr. Megan Hunt, in particular, provided reliable advice and thoughtful guidance, making challenging situations feel manageable and helping me maintain peace of mind. Dr. Hunt's and Kara Dennison's support while I was writing my primaries and secondaries as well as prepping for interviews was especially impactful, as they helped me refine my answers and craft compelling anecdotes that authentically highlighted my experiences. I had probably written and rewritten my essays 30+ times, but the reassurance that they provided got me through this long process. Additionally, the detailed feedback and actionable notes I received from Dr. Hunt and other advisors at Shemmassian Academic Consulting enabled me to approach every interview with confidence and clarity. Thanks to their unwavering support, I was able to strengthen my application and successfully have 5 interviews by November and 1 MD acceptance already! For anyone reapplying or seeking to stand out in a competitive admissions process, I wholeheartedly recommend SAC for their professionalism, personalized advice, and genuine dedication to their clients' success.

Had a great experience here with their coaching.

SAC was really helpful in this medical school application process! The process is long and sometimes stressful and there are lots of components to crafting a great application, and the SAC advisors helped me stay calm and focused throughout the cycle. I am so grateful for all of the advice on my personal statement and the secondary essays -- my advisors really got to know me as a person and showed me how to convey my personal skills and qualities through my application. The interview prep was really valuable as well. With their help, I have gotten into two medical schools!

Great company. There is so much structure to keep you motivated during secondaries, and also for the personal statement. I was so nervous about my personal statement and must have sent my advisors around 40 versions of my statements, and they worked with me, reassured me and explained to me why my PS worked, and moved at my pace which I really appreciated. The med school admissions process is so anxiety inducing as it is, and having this extra layer of support to get you through it is really great. I also think that they made all of my essays standouts. I don't have a 520+ MCAT or 4.0 GPA, and it is only November and I have 2 MD acceptances! HUGE Thank you to my advisors.

The advice I received was excellent, and the constant communication, care, and diligence was top-notch. If you can afford it, it's absolutely worth it.