CASPer Tutoring and Test Prep Service: Showing Your Best Qualities Made Simple

Brandon earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology at the University of Charleston in West Virginia. He played Division 1 Men's Volleyball during his undergraduate degree and was selected as the President's Outstanding Senior of the Year. He obtained a Dual Master's degree in Business Administration and Healthcare Administration from the University of Houston before starting the MD program at the Texas Tech Health Science Center Paul L. Foster School of Medicine. 

Brandon is a highly motivated medical student with years of experience successfully guiding students from traditional, non-traditional, and reapplication backgrounds through the medical school application process. As a CASPer tutor, Brandon enjoys creating customized plans based on a student's individual goals. He excels at helping Advantage students implement CASPer success techniques, improving their performance and score.

Brandon uses a highly motivated spirit, resilient attitude, and constant communication to afford other students the opportunity of medical school acceptance. He is excited to work with students from all backgrounds and experiences to make medical school acceptance a reality.

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Haley is pursuing a DVM at Long Island University College of Veterinary Medicine and is deeply interested in Feline Infectious Peritonitis. She is currently working with LIU’s virologist to develop genome maps and a diagnostic protocol. Haley also works as a veterinary technician in Connecticut and New York. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Lasell University with a dual degree in Biological Science and Chemistry. 

While at LU, Haley held the position of President of Philanthropy in the Student Alumni Association, earning her the Summer Student Stipend Award. After graduation, she began her veterinary medicine journey at Orange Veterinary Hospital in Connecticut, where she served as a valued veterinary technician and, later, a student ambassador for United Veterinary Care. 

Haley's passion for animals has always been strong; she spent her childhood watching Steve Irwin and documenting local animals. Her love for people is just as strong, which is why she enjoys mentoring veterinary students. Haley scored in the highest percentile on her CASPer exam and has been dedicated to assisting students achieve similar success ever since. 

As a CASPer tutor, Haley passionately contends that the exam can be an enjoyable experience. She believes it provides a more accurate measure of an applicant's field readiness compared to traditional exams. Her tutoring approach is relaxed and personalized, viewing each study session as a chance to not only get closer to the student's target score, but to also acquire valuable life skills. Throughout Haley’s professional life, she has been commended for her upbeat and unrelenting optimism and kindness. She's eager to share her enthusiasm for the CASPer exam with you!

Haley also enjoys a range of activities outside the veterinary world. She loves music, art, and gardening. She is a strong advocate for mental health awareness and enjoys taking care of her rescue animals. She is a proud pet mom to her Yorkshire Terrier, Chispita, and her Scottish Fold, Sasha.

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Hannah is a DVM candidate at the University of Georgia's College of Veterinary Medicine, with a unique interest in public health and zoonotic disease. She served as a fellow in the Dr. James A. Ferguson Emerging Infectious Diseases Research Initiatives for Student Enhancement RISE (Ferguson RISE) Fellowship Program at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta. Prior to vet school, she pursued a Bachelor of Science in Animal Sciences at the University of Georgia. She actively participated in various organizations and animal-related research projects and served as a resident assistant. After completing her undergraduate degree, Hannah took a gap year to work in a local clinic as a Kennel Assistant and then as a Veterinary Assistant. 

Hannah's passion for helping aspiring veterinarians achieve their dreams is evident in her involvement as the President of the Student National Association for Black Veterinarians and the Coordinator of the Dog Doctors Outreach Program at UGA's College of Veterinary Medicine. Hannah is dedicated to diversifying the veterinary profession and believes in the transformative power of education. She is particularly passionate about empowering underrepresented communities to explore the vast opportunities within the field of veterinary medicine.

As a CASPer tutor, Hannah assists students in understanding the diverse perspectives in each test scenario, thereby enhancing their awareness, confidence, and judgment skills when evaluating different situations. She encourages students to be their authentic selves and instills them with confidence to pursue their dreams.

Helina is a dental student at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. She graduated with honors and earned a spot on the Dean's List. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Anthropology and Human Biology, with a minor in Chinese Studies, at Emory University. 

At Tufts, Helina is actively involved in various roles, including serving as the Co-Academic Chair of the American Association for Women Dentists (AAWD) chapter and working as a teaching assistant in Pediatric Dentistry and Operative Dentistry courses.

Helina's passion for teaching and mentorship comes from her desire to support the next generation of healthcare leaders. She would not be where she is if not for the profound impact mentorship had on her life, and she hopes to reciprocate the same for future scholars. Helina achieved a 95th-percentile score on the DAT on her first attempt, and is eager to share the tips and tricks that worked best for her.

As a DAT tutor, Helina strives to demystify the exam process and break down its challenges, with the ultimate goal of helping students fulfill their aspirations of becoming dentists!

Lois graduated as a Dean's Honored Graduate (top 1%) with a Bachelor of Science and Arts in Biochemistry at the University of Texas at Austin. She is currently pursuing her MD at Harvard Medical School. Through medicine, Lois aspires to improve the health of rural communities like the one that raised her.

Growing up, Lois was either jumping over hurdles, beams, or speaking - all loudly. Lois was born in Nigeria but spent much of her formative years in a small border town in rural south Texas. In high school, Lois was a track and field athlete but also spent a large time competitively speaking as a poetry interpreter, extemporaneous speaker, and debater at Texas University Interscholastic League competitions. 

As an Honors student in the Polymathic Scholars Program, Lois conducted research to determine how undergraduate institutions can take advantage of video games to support student learning. During her time in Austin, Lois created the video game IRON'ed IT!, which explores the iron transport systems of Vibrio cholera. Her thesis on this topic is titled "The Effects of Interactive Digital Media in STEM Education." Lois has received numerous scholarships for her work and graduated with distinctions in Research and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. 

In her medical application journey, Lois successfully prepared for and completed the CASPer exam, but the process was not easy. When she began preparing, she felt the CASPer to be another insurmountable hurdle, but as she practiced, developed strategies, and sought guidance from her mentors, she was able to score extremely well. Lois gained acceptance to all schools she applied to that utilized CASPer in their medical school admissions process. She has since helped many students overcome the CASPer hurdle. If your medical school application needs include beating CASPer, Lois is happy to help!

Lois has been tutoring, teaching, and mentoring since high school. Many of her students are now in colleges and medical schools nationwide.

Melanie has a Bachelor’s Degree in Neuroscience from Concordia University and a degree in Medicine from McGill University. She has a unique experience in dealing with extraordinary circumstances, having served as a vaccinator during the COVID-19 pandemic. She has also published an honors thesis on mental health during the pandemic, which has been recognized through multiple poster presentations. Her academic prowess is reflected in her 4.0 GPA throughout her educational journey, resulting in scholarship awards in both her undergraduate and medical school careers.

Melanie is passionate about sharing her knowledge and experience with others. This is evident from her extensive experience as a teaching assistant in statistics courses at the university level, as well as a tutor for a wide range of university-level subjects. Her drive for helping students is especially highlighted in her CASPer tutoring, where her students have achieved near-perfect success rates. These students have not only scored in the top quartile but have also found their way into some of the most competitive schools and programs.

As a tutor, Melanie is skilled in providing guidance for CASPer preparation. She helps students strategize and prepare effectively, ensuring that they present their best selves during the testing process. With her support, students often achieve high scores and secure placements in their desired schools and programs. Melanie is enthusiastic about guiding students through their academic journey and helping them to reach their full potential.

Stephanie has a Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Occidental College and is currently an MD candidate at the Keck School of Medicine at USC. Originally from Portland, Oregon, she moved to Los Angeles to play varsity softball at Occidental College. There, she fell in love with research while studying giant sea snails and later conducted breast cancer research at OHSU.

While at USC, Stephanie has published multiple research papers, presented at a national conference, and was elected to the student council, all while still finding time to enjoy life in LA. She is set to graduate in the top 10% of her class, with membership in the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) and the award of Distinction in Research. Stephanie hopes to match into a pediatric residency and pursue a hospitalist medicine or PICU fellowship.

As a CASPer instructor, Stephanie draws from her experience tutoring aspiring med school students. Her greatest strength is helping Advantage students find the best study strategies based on their strengths and individual learning styles. Stephanie looks forward to helping Advantage students achieve their best CASPer score.