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Medical School, Pre-Med Guide

How I Chose Which Medical Schools to Apply To

Not sure how to choose which medical schools to apply to? Learn how to build a balanced school list, use resources like MSAR, compare Texas and out-of-state schools, and avoid…

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June 20, 2026
Medical School, Pre-Med Guide

Pre-med Advice: 6 Things I Wish I Had Done Differently Before Medical School

Thinking about medical school? As a current medical student, I'm sharing six lessons I learned during my premed journey that I wish I had known from freshman year onward.

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June 19, 2026
Medical School, Pre-Med Guide

Volunteering Opportunities for Premed Students (Non-Clinical and Clinical)

Looking for good premed volunteer opportunities? Learn about clinical and non-clinical volunteering experiences that can strengthen your medical school application.

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June 20, 2026
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  • Medical School,  Pre-Med Guide

    Understanding the CASPer Exam: What It Is and How I Scored in the Highest 4th Quartile

    June 20, 2026 / Comments Off on Understanding the CASPer Exam: What It Is and How I Scored in the Highest 4th Quartile

    Heard of the CASPer exam but not sure what it is or how to prepare? In this guide, I break down the format, scoring system, and preparation strategies I used to earn a 4th-quartile score, along with sample practice questions to help you get started.

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    Medical School,  Pre-Med Guide

    6 Medical Schools That Offer Free Tuition

    June 20, 2026 / Comments Off on 6 Medical Schools That Offer Free Tuition

    Medical school is expensive, but there are a handful of schools that offer free tuition or substantial financial aid. Here are some programs I discovered while researching schools that may be worth adding to your application list.

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  • Medical School,  Pre-Med Guide

    Volunteering Opportunities for Premed Students (Non-Clinical and Clinical)

    June 20, 2026 / Comments Off on Volunteering Opportunities for Premed Students (Non-Clinical and Clinical)

    Looking for good premed volunteer opportunities? Learn about clinical and non-clinical volunteering experiences that can strengthen your medical school application.

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  • Medical School,  Pre-Med Guide

    How I Chose Which Medical Schools to Apply To

    June 20, 2026 / Comments Off on How I Chose Which Medical Schools to Apply To

    Not sure how to choose which medical schools to apply to? Learn how to build a balanced school list, use resources like MSAR, compare Texas and out-of-state schools, and avoid common mistakes that can cost applicants both time and money.

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  • Medical School,  Pre-Med Guide

    Pre-med Advice: 6 Things I Wish I Had Done Differently Before Medical School

    June 19, 2026 / Comments Off on Pre-med Advice: 6 Things I Wish I Had Done Differently Before Medical School

    Thinking about medical school? As a current medical student, I'm sharing six lessons I learned during my premed journey that I wish I had known from freshman year onward.

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  • Lifestyle,  Mental Wellness

    30 Coping Skills – How To Manage Stress Effectively (Continued)

    August 11, 2024 / Comments Off on 30 Coping Skills – How To Manage Stress Effectively (Continued)

    We deal with stress all the time in life. Discover 30 ESSENTIAL coping skills to help you handle stress better and boost your mental health. Improve your well-being today! PART 2

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  • Lifestyle,  Mental Wellness

    30 Coping Skills – How To Manage Stress Effectively

    August 9, 2024 / Comments Off on 30 Coping Skills – How To Manage Stress Effectively

    We deal with stress all the time in life. Discover 30 ESSENTIAL coping skills to help you handle stress better and boost your mental health. Improve your well-being today! PART 1

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  • Medical School,  Pre-Med Guide

    Top 5 Advice As a Pre-Med Student

    August 9, 2024 / Comments Off on Top 5 Advice As a Pre-Med Student

    Are you pursuing a medical profession but don't know where to start? Read on for some valuable advice from a fellow pre-med student and receive guidance.

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  • College,  Academics

    7 Steps to Email Etiquette – How to Properly Write an Email

    August 2, 2024 / Comments Off on 7 Steps to Email Etiquette – How to Properly Write an Email

    Ever struggled with properly writing an email to college professors? Don't worry, I've got your back! Here are 7 IMPORTANT steps to email etiquette to help you succeed! Read on ➡️

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    Why Four-Leaf Clover? The Hidden Meaning Behind My Logo

    August 1, 2024 / Comments Off on Why Four-Leaf Clover? The Hidden Meaning Behind My Logo

    As you explore my blog and what I have to offer, you might come across the question: why a clover as your logo? Read on for an in-depth explanation! WithRinka logo My iconic logo is the shape of a four-leaf clover, with the letter R etched in the middle and a little star at the end. What does this even mean?  What does a clover represent? The clover, particularly the four-leaf clover, is typically associated with luck. Each leaf represents a different value: faith, hope, love, and luck. These four-leaf clovers are VERY hard to find. When I was small, I loved to pick four-leaf clovers with my cousins when we…

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Meet Rinka!

Hey there :) Welcome to my blog, where I share pre-med advice, medical school application tips, MCAT resources, and healthy lifestyle content.

As a medical student and creator of WithRinka, my goal is to make the medical school journey more approachable by providing practical guides, templates, and honest advice. Looking forward to achieving success with you all <3

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