Watch This If You're a Non-Traditional Pre-Med Student
Amira | The Cozy Med
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I got into medical school at 27 with a low science GPA. If you're a non-traditional applicant looking for genuine premed motivation, or if you're feeling defeated by your medical school application and MCAT scores, this video is for you. Pull up a chair and let's chit-chat. 🤎
In today's video, I'm sharing my full, messy journey to becoming a physician. From struggling with my undergrad GPA and navigating multiple MCAT attempts, to working clinical jobs, surviving a corporate side quest, and finally getting accepted through a linkage pathway program. We are talking about the reality of gap years, trusting divine timing, and why your stats do not define your worth—especially if you are a Black woman pursuing medicine.
Getting here wasn't about working 24/7; it was about building soft systems to protect my peace. Welcome to "The Cozy Med" era. 🩺✨
💌 Read my Substack (The Cozy Med): https://amirarichie.substack.com/
🧘🏽♀️ Soft Systems & Mindful Productivity Tools (free shared Notion hub!): https://amirarichie.kit.com/0422472e47
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⏱️ Timestamps (Skip around!) ⏱️
0:00 - I'm Going to Be a Doctor! (The Reveal)
01:23 - My "Messy" Premed Roadmap & Low Science GPA
03:12 - The First MCAT, Post-Bacc & Clinical Experience
05:48 - Pilates, Burnout, Second Year Post-Bacc & The Corporate Side Quest
08:32 - How I Got Accepted (The Pathway Program Breakthrough)
09:35 - Gap Year Stigma & Trusting God's Timing
14:16 - A Direct Message for Black Non-Traditional Premeds
16:00 - The Cozy Med Era, Soft Systems, & What’s Next
🌟 My Desk Setup, Pilates Decor, Home Essentials, Other Finds 🌟
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Disclaimer: This is not medical advice and I do not represent any institution. All views and opinions are my own.
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Substack: https://amirarichie.substack.com/
Website: https://www.amirarichie.com
Business Inquiries: hello@amirarichie.com
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Watch This If You're a Non-Traditional Pre-Med Student
Amira | The Cozy Med
2,644 views
I got into medical school at 27 with a low science GPA. If you're a non-traditional applicant looking for genuine premed motivation, or if you're feeling defeated by your medical school application and MCAT scores, this video is for you. Pull up a chair and let's chit-chat. 🤎
In today's video, I'm sharing my full, messy journey to becoming a physician. From struggling with my undergrad GPA and navigating multiple MCAT attempts, to working clinical jobs, surviving a corporate side quest, and finally getting accepted through a linkage pathway program. We are talking about the reality of gap years, trusting divine timing, and why your stats do not define your worth—especially if you are a Black woman pursuing medicine.
Getting here wasn't about working 24/7; it was about building soft systems to protect my peace. Welcome to "The Cozy Med" era. 🩺✨
💌 Read my Substack (The Cozy Med): https://amirarichie.substack.com/
🧘🏽♀️ Soft Systems & Mindful Productivity Tools (free shared Notion hub!): https://amirarichie.kit.com/0422472e47
🤎 Subscribe to follow my Med School Journey!
⏱️ Timestamps (Skip around!) ⏱️
0:00 - I'm Going to Be a Doctor! (The Reveal)
01:23 - My "Messy" Premed Roadmap & Low Science GPA
03:12 - The First MCAT, Post-Bacc & Clinical Experience
05:48 - Pilates, Burnout, Second Year Post-Bacc & The Corporate Side Quest
08:32 - How I Got Accepted (The Pathway Program Breakthrough)
09:35 - Gap Year Stigma & Trusting God's Timing
14:16 - A Direct Message for Black Non-Traditional Premeds
16:00 - The Cozy Med Era, Soft Systems, & What’s Next
🌟 My Desk Setup, Pilates Decor, Home Essentials, Other Finds 🌟
→ https://amazon.com/shop/amirarichie
Disclaimer: Most of the above links are affiliate. By using them, I have the opportunity to earn a small commission. If you feel good supporting me using these links, thank you so much! Your support goes a very long way and is immensely appreciated.
Disclaimer: This is not medical advice and I do not represent any institution. All views and opinions are my own.
🌱 You Might Like 🌱
→ Grab my free Notion templates: https://amirarichie.ck.page/0422472e47
🌻 Connect With Me🌻
Insta: Instagram: amirarichie
Substack: https://amirarichie.substack.com/
Website: https://www.amirarichie.com
Business Inquiries: hello@amirarichie.com
1) Still in undergrad
2) Post-bacc
3) Reapplying after a previous cycle
4) Taking time away and figuring things out
5) Just here for motivation and vibes!