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Lisa Davis

Verified Buyer

May 19, 2021

I had a fantastic experience working with Matthew from Inspira Advantage, and was accepted at Kaiser Permanente School of Medicine, Robert Wood Johnson School of Medicine, and Rush Medical College. Matthew was my day to day contact, working closely with me on drafting my story, translating that into a personal statement/essays, and going over all my application documents and interview preparation. Highlights from my experience: - Greatly appreciated Matthew's turnaround time and detailed feedback on my essay drafts, and any questions I had. Due to work demands (I was in a full time job) I often didn't have as long a lead time as suggested, but he still managed to review my work under tight timelines and provided clear suggestions that I really think notably improved my story / overall application - One time I had an urgent question late at night and he made himself available immediately at 10pm to speak on the phone with me, that's how helpful he was - Most memorable part was how kind, thoughtful and funny he was, it felt like I was talking with a friend, he'd been through the process herself. E.g., when it came to interview prep, he helped identify subtle gesture and wording changes I should work on to strike the right impression - Matthew was also invaluable in providing honest, school-specific advice and improving the direction of my essays and confidence entering the interviews Consultants may not be for everyone, I do have friends successful in their admissions process who only asked for advice and essay reviews from family, friends and alums, but for me, it was definitely worth it to have professionals as a sounding board as it removed a significant amount of stress and uncertainty from the process. I would highly recommend Matthew.

Vivien Q.

Verified Buyer

May 18, 2021

Esther and the Inspira team are amazing, it was one of the best decisions I have ever made and it is well worth it. They are well engaged and strive to help you succeed, at many times more engaged than you are yourself, they are seasoned professionals who have gone through the process. I learnt so much about myself and although it may sound cliche, self-reflection is truly needed during the application process. The coaching is so valuable that it reassured me and gave me the confidence I needed in proceeding further. Choosing to apply to med school is a huge decision and a big investment and I would take countless hours consuming all the free webinars available (which was still great help) but it did not get me to where I needed and I am glad I took the dive and worked with Inspira. I'm writing this review because I feel so blessed to be accepted that this is the only way I know how to say thank you and pass on the greatness I experienced.

Violetta P.

Verified Buyer

May 15, 2021

I had a rudimentary idea of what I wanted to write about, but working with my Inspira Advantage Counselor elevated my application to a higher level and helped me craft a unique story that wove together my passions, experiences and goals. Beyond the technical aspects, my Counselor helped me maintain sanity through the stressful med school admissions process and gave me invaluable advice and inspiration when I needed it most. Ultimately, I was invited to interview at 8 schools and was accepted into three programs. I firmly believe that Inspira Advantage strengthened my candidacy tremendously. I highly recommend that others consider their services!

Niluefer

Verified Buyer

May 12, 2021

I am very happy with the services offered by Rahul from Inspira Advantage. From proofreading the essays, giving feedback to improve them, and replying to my emails promptly, I knew his mentorship would help me get accepted to my dream medical school. I'm glad that I was introduced to Inspira by my friend, and I would recommend them further.

Chris

Verified Buyer

May 11, 2021

Inspira mentors take time to help you improve and give apt feedback in every session. I started preparing for MCAT with Inspira and later went with an additional package tailor-made for me. During the whole process, I had two mentors helping me correct my mistakes and improve my application. They gave me wonderful tips to crack the interview. Would definitely recommend Inspira!

Liam C.

Verified Buyer

May 10, 2021

I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMNEND WORKING WITH INSPIRA ADVANTAGE FOR YOUR MED SCHOOL APPLICATION. Alex at Inspira Advantage helped me craft my essay for my application to Texas MD programs and in the end it really paid off. I was admitted! I had a few stories that I wanted to use in the writing process and Alex worked with me to refine different aspects of those stories to make the biggest impact with the admissions committee. Working with Alex was always very straightforward. He was also fast in communication and clear in his recommendations. I would absolutely recommend Alex to anyone applying to medical school!

Priya K

Verified Buyer

May 10, 2021

My experience with Inspira Advantage was exceptional from start to finish. The team's commitment to my success was evident in their punctuality, thoroughness, and unwavering support. Sarah's guidance and attention to detail significantly boosted my confidence and application quality. Her guidance was instrumental in forming a cohesive strategy, pinpointing areas of development to address through a structured persona development process and identifying key themes that authentically portrayed my character and med school trajectory. Throughout numerous iterations and feedback sessions, Sarah remained steadfast in her commitment to refining and polishing each aspect, steering me back on course even when I veered off track.

Alejandro P.

Verified Buyer

May 09, 2021

Choosing Inspira Advantage for my med school application journey was one of the best decisions I've made. Their comprehensive approach and personalized support exceeded my expectations. Jennifer, my mentor, was instrumental in guiding me through the process with his expertise and responsiveness. She was prompt in her responses and always went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable. Her expertise with MMI interviews was also amazing, especially since I get very nervous when it comes to interviews. The investment in Inspira Advantage was 100% worth it. I spoke with several other counseling firms and a few local counselors that I got in touch with through my connections, but I'm very glad that I worked with Inspira.

Jennifer

Verified Buyer

May 08, 2021

I was so nervous before my med school interview. My interviewer stayed up with me on the phone till 1:00 am the night before. That's one of the many reasons I am leaving this 5-star review. I literally couldn't have asked for anything more.

Andrew

Verified Buyer

May 07, 2021

Rahul was an incredible mentor during my time with Inspira. Through our conversations, I was finally able to shine a light on my experiences and express them in a meaningful yet concise way to ensure they fit within the AMCAS application. With such a daunting application process, having someone to brainstorm and talk about my experiences with was incredibly invaluable. I would recommend Inspira to anyone who is seriously interested in getting into medical school.

Kelly

Verified Buyer

May 06, 2021

I have used both the MCAT package and admission consulting for med school from Inspira Advantage. From the start, Saahil was very friendly and supportive. He knew exactly what goes inside the admissions committee. His review of my application documents helped me improve them, and I was able to get a seat at New Jersey Medical School.

Vincent O.

Verified Buyer

May 05, 2021

Sheena was wonderful to work with! She provided great feedback on my personal statement, school selection, secondaries, recommendations, interviews, was always willing to help, and go above and beyond. She was always prompt at responding, and would check-in anytime I fell off the wagon due to school work or life stuff. I worked with her mostly over email, phone, text, and video calls. The communication was great and timely. She really helped me stay on track and submit a stellar application. I got into multiple MD programs and Sheena's help played a huge role.

Manny

Verified Buyer

May 04, 2021

I got into HMS and Yale thanks to Inspira! It's truly a dream come true. The essay development and interview support were by far where I received the most help. Kate helped me develop my personal statement and secondary application essays, which was just truly outstanding. I'm not a great interviewer, but doing multiple mock sessions with Kate before the interview helped me become a lot more confident. Thank you, Kate, and thank you, Inspira.

Edith M.

Verified Buyer

May 03, 2021

If you are considering taking the MCAT, look no further than Inspira Advantage. The tutoring program is clear and thorough and the tutors are helpful and generous with their time. I also greatly appreciated how Inspira focused on test-taking strategy, including how to set up your answer sheet. As the tutor, Bretton expertly walked through complex concepts and clarified points of confusion. The 1:1 tutoring sessions felt extremely personalized and tailored to my needs. Plus Bretton was super accessible outside of tutoring hours as well. So glad I chose Bretton and Inspira Advantage for my MCAT tutoring.

Ida L.

Verified Buyer

May 02, 2021

I could not recommend Abhishek more highly as a MCAT tutor. I can confidently say I would never have achieved my target score without him. When I first started out with him I was scoring around 500 and over the course of several months he helped lift my up to my eventual goal of 515. Abhishek's process driven approach to tutoring the MCAT topics was the only reason I was able to lift my score up so significantly. The MCAT is a test that you can achieve the score you want with enough work and the right tools. Abhishek is the best - make sure you request him. If you have concerns about living in a different timezone to your tutor, you don't need to. I was doing an internship in Melbourne, Australia when I was studying for the MCAT and Abhishek was incredibly flexible with early mornings and late nights his time to work in with my schedule.

Lukas

Verified Buyer

May 01, 2021

At the beginning of my med school application journey, I spoke with various top admissions consultants. About 5 minutes into my conversation with Inspira Advantage, I knew that he was the one I wanted to work with. What made Sarah and her team stand out? Instead of focusing on my weaknesses and how my profile needs to improve, they made an effort to learn what drives me, what I want to do, and what makes me who I am. I could tell that Inspira was going to be a true partner throughout the process. My coach, Marshall is extremely knowledgeable of the med school admissions process. His approach is very detailed and truly helped me identify my strengths so that I could shine in my application. Although his process was structured, Marshall was flexible with his approach. He was willing to change how we work together and craft my application so that I was comfortable enough to put my full self into the application. He helped me identify my goals, strengths, and how my prior professional and personal experiences connect with how I can contribute to each of the 20 MD programs I applied to. He went above and beyond preparing me to write my AMCAS application, personal statements, and secondary essays, even helping me get in touch with alumni at my target schools. I had multiple personal statement/essay iterations, and he provided thorough feedback to each. Marshall helped me identify my differentiating factors and bring light to stories that showed my strengths. He helped me see how experiences that I initially thought were unimportant or irrelevant actually were vital in sharing my story and what I could add to the med school community. With Marshall's help, I was able to show more about my candidacy with each component -- the essays, recommendations, short answers, and the interview. He helped me connect that thread throughout my application so that the admissions committee would not be left with questions. I am an extremely anxious person, so although Marshall helped me craft the best application I could have submitted, I was still nervous that I wasn't going to get interview invites or be admitted. Court helped me manage my anxiety and trust the process - his process. He helped me believe in myself and feel like the schools I applied to were actually in reach. Note, he wasn't just telling me what I wanted to hear. He was candid in where my application could be stronger, but instead of focusing on my weaknesses, he helped me bolster my strengths in other areas of the application. I was accepted into 3 MD programs. Marshall helped me achieve this. 10/10 would recommend!

Sofia L.

Verified Buyer

Apr 29, 2021

I'm so glad I got to work wih Nate from Inspira Advantage. With his help, I secured admission to the DO program at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. He helped me navigate the AACOMAS application expertly. I was VERY nervous getting into the admissions process since I had a very low GPA and a very low MCAT score. However, in Nate, I had a true cheerleader. He was very patient with me and never gave up, even when I felt like quitting. Thanks so much, Nate. You're the best!

Dylan L.

Verified Buyer

Apr 25, 2021

I can't recall the exact date my tutoring started, but I think it started in November. My med school friends recommended Inspira Advantage, so I signed up for a 60 hour tutoring program. I ended up working with Chris, who has been tutoring MCAT takers for a very long time. He identified my weaknesses quickly and gave me many practice questions to address those. The student has to put a lot of effort into this, though. When I first signed up for the tutoring program, my goal was to beat Chris' score, so I spent most of my time outside of work doing MCAT problems. Prepped for 4.5 months. The score I got is quite close to Chris' score, so I am glad I worked with him. I highly recommend Chris as your MCAT instructor.

Juliana

Verified Buyer

Apr 24, 2021

My experience with Inspira Advantage went above and beyond what I hoped for with an admissions counseling program. My main concern was essay writing; however, with help from my coach, Lauren, the process was simple and stress-free! I also greatly appreciated the interview prep, which helped me feel ready for even the toughest questions thrown at me. Ultimately, I got into my first choice program with a scholarship! I think what made the difference was that Inspira placed me with a coach on the same career path as me, who made an effort to get to know me, and who knew exactly how to highlight my strengths to make me shine as an applicant. I am thankful for Inspira's help in achieving my dreams, and I would recommend it to anyone struggling or overwhelmed with their applications to graduate/professional school!

Jin

Verified Buyer

Apr 23, 2021

A fantasic team! Everyone I talked to at Inspira was genuine and really helpful. They were always ready to make me feel comfortable and confident. Thanks so much for your help!