In this episode of College Planning Simplified, Arielle is joined by Simrat Arora, a fourth-year medical student at UNC Chapel Hill, to discuss her journey from high school to medical school. Simrat shares valuable insights about building a strong foundation in high school, the importance of networking and gaining exposure to medicine early on, and the criteria she used when selecting an undergraduate institution.
00:00 Introduction to the Episode
00:47 High School Reflections and Advice
01:48 Decisiveness and Career Choices
05:35 Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars
08:22 Gaining Relevant Experience
11:36 College Search and Criteria
17:46 Study Skills and Adaptability
21:21 Final Thoughts and Future Plans
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