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Setting The SceneThe College Counsel Scene with Dr. Shirag Shemmassian: Avoiding Common Mistakes During Medical School ApplicationsOn the 59th overall episode and 6th episode in our series: "College Counsel," we are joined by Dr. Shirag Shemmassian, founder of Shemmassian Academic Counseling. Dr. Shemmassian shares an overview of the medical school application journey as well as some common and big mistakes students make while applying. He also shares tips on how to best avoid these mistakes and how better your application at the same time.Join us to hear Dr. Shemmassian share crucial information for medical school applications and mistakes to avoid making!For more information on medical school...2025-03-2846 min
Prepped and Polished PodcastEpisode 267 - Shirag Shemmassian - Choosing the Right Schools for Pre-Med MajorsOn Episode 267, Alexis Avila speaks to Dr. Shirag Shemmassian, founder and admissions consultant of Shemmassian Academic Consulting. As a Cornell University graduate and Cornell admissions interviewer, Shirag knows what the best schools are looking for in prospective students during admissions interviews.
On today’s episode Shirag and I talk about colleges that offer fantastic pre-med programs. If you’re considering becoming a doctor, you’ll want to tune into this episode.
You’ll learn:
• About Direct Med programs and why they are hard to get into.
• What types of majors you should pursue if considering pre med
• One Ivy League that offers a...2024-05-3023 min
The Law School Toolbox Podcast: Tools for Law Students from 1L to the Bar Exam, and BeyondStandardized Testing Equity (w/David Klieger from Aspen Publishing)Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! In this episode, we're speaking with David Klieger, Manager of Testing and Psychometrics at Aspen Publishing, about equity in standardized testing. In this episode we discuss: David's background and work at Aspen Publishing, including on JD-Next Why is standardized testing an equity issue? How the JD-Next course prepares and assesses prospective law students and helps close the score gap in standardized tests which has traditionally been observed Indicators that a test is a valid and reliable assessment of particular skills What are law school admissions tests trying to...2024-05-2325 minThe Law School Toolbox Podcast: Tools for Law Students from 1L to the Bar Exam, and Beyond10 Things to Consider When Applying to Law School (w/Steve Schwartz)Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! In today's episode, together with Steve Schwartz from LSAT Unplugged, we're sharing our list of top 10 things to consider when you are applying to law school. In this episode we discuss: Steve's background and work in the law school admissions space How early should you start preparing for taking the LSAT? The current structure of the LSAT and what changes are coming up The pros and cons of different prep options Researching law schools and scholarships Writing your personal statement Asking for letters of recommendation Balancing studying with y...2024-05-0639 min
Circle of KnowledgeWhether You Think You Can or Think You Can't, You're Right, Dr. Shirag Shemmassian & Jon Kovach Jr.Dr. Shirag Shemmassian is the Founder of Shemmassian Academic Consulting and one of the world's foremost experts on medical school admissions, college admissions, and graduate school admissions. For nearly 20 years, he and his team have helped thousands of students get into medical school and top colleges using his systematic and proprietary approach.
While in high school, Dr. Shemmassian took a keen interest in the higher education process. He navigated the admissions process with limited college counseling and became the only Ivy League graduate in his high school’s nearly 60-year history. Specifically, Dr. Shemmassian received his B.S...2023-02-0432 min
The Asclepius PodcastHow to Get Into Medical School with Dr. Shirag ShemmassianIs an intro even needed? For today's episode, we have Dr. Shirag Shemmassian! He is by far one of the coolest people I have had the opportunity to talk with on the podcast! Tune in to hear about how he ended up creating a successful business in helping pre-medical students pursue their dreams and find success in medical school and so much more! Also, I suppose this wraps up the first season of the Asclepius Podcast! Thank you all for getting to this point with us and be on the lookout for the second season! 2022-12-1357 min
Student Success Beyond ExpectationsDriven To Succeed: Student Success Beyond Expectations Podcast Ep 44By 8-9 years old, Dr. Shirag Shemmassian developed facial and vocal tics. He was later diagnosed with Tourette’s syndrome and knew he had involuntary tics but was unable to stop them. Dr. Shemmassian attended an all Armenian private school where there was no understanding of what Tourette’s syndrome was. His parents would tell him to just stop making the tics. He shares his insights that parents believe children are a reflection of themselves which can make it difficult for some parents to accept that their child has a condition that they are unable to relate to.
Listen to Dr...2022-12-0629 min
Tests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastALL ABOUT THE MCATWe all value physicians, which means we all, by extension, value medical school. Like it or not, that must mean we all value that really challenging admissions exam all future doctors in the U.S. must excel on. Amy and Mike invited educational consultant Shirag Shemmassian, Ph.D. to tell us all about the MCAT. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What is tested on the MCAT? How is the MCAT scored, and what is a good score? What kinds of schools or programs use the MCAT for admissions? When should students p...2022-11-0429 min
DocWorking: The Whole Physician Podcast207: Pre-Med Tips & How To Get In to Medical School With Dr. Shirag Shemmassian“Learning how to position yourself to impress admissions committees and seeing that happen and then helping other people and then through word of mouth, someone telling someone else that they wanted to go into this field as well and really helping them, I think just further reinforced that my role was to help other people become wonderful physicians."
- Dr. Shemmassian
Dr. Shirag Shemmassian is the founder of Shemmassian Academic Consulting. He's one of the world's foremost experts on medical school admissions, college admissions and graduate school admissions. For nearly 20 years, he and his team have he...2022-10-2726 min
ROAD TO GROWTH : Success as an EntrepreneurDr. Shirag Shemmassian - Owner of Shemmassian Academic Consulting In this episode of the Road to Growth podcast, we are pleased to introduce you to Dr. Shirag Shemmassian. Dr. Shemmassian is the Founder of Shemmassian Academic Consulting and one of the world's foremost experts on medical school admissions, college admissions, and graduate school admissions. For nearly 20 years, he and his team have helped thousands of students get into medical school and top colleges using his systematic and proprietary approach.
While in high school, Dr. Shemmassian took a keen interest in the higher education process. He navigated the admissions process with limited college counseling and became the onl...2022-08-0632 min
The Tiberius ShowThe Tiberius Show EP 197 Dr Shirag ShemmassianDo you really have to help charities and do sports to get into medical school? What is the difference from an Ivy League school and a normal college? Do you have to have good grades? How much will it cost? What is the best way to get into a good college? All these questions and so much more will be answered by admissions expert Dr. Shirag Shemmassian. He helps students get into medical school and top colleges.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tiberius-show--3352195/support.2022-07-2730 min
Parent Them Successful#045: How to Help Your Child Get Into Their Dream CollegeIn this episode, I interview Dr. Sharig Shemmasian, one of the world's foremost experts on college admissions, helping thousands of students get into top programs like Harvard, Stanford, and MIT. So if this is a dream for your child, but you just aren't sure where to start or how to get them there, this episode is for you! Dr. Shemmasian also shares a special tool you can use to help refine the application process, improving your child's chances of acceptance. About This Episode's Special Guest:https://www.shemmassianconsulting.comF...2022-07-1932 min
The Business Ownership PodcastExpertizing Educational Admissions - Shirag Shemmassianwww.shemmassianconsulting.com/www.linkedin.com/in/shemmassian/
2022-06-2930 min
The Dominate Test Prep Podcast59. Overcoming the Odds to Earn an MBA, with Darius WhittedDarius Whitted was the first person in his family to go to college. Then, as if that weren't enough, he went on to earn his MBA from the Thomas School of Business at UNC Pembroke, graduating this Spring. Those accomplishments are impressive in their own right, to be sure. But what makes Darius's educational journey even more remarkable is that Darius has been paralyzed since the age of three.In this episode of The Dominate Test Prep Podcast, Darius shares his inspiring story of overcoming the obstacles that life has thrown at him in pursuit of a...2022-05-2627 min
The Impostor Syndrome FilesWhere Is the Evidence?In this episode of the Impostor Syndrome Files, we explore the ways in which feeling different from others makes us doubt ourselves and how it often pushes us to try to prove ourselves to those around us. My guest, Shirag Shemmassian, shares his personal journey of impostor syndrome as he grew up with Tourette Syndrome and worried that the opportunities presented to him were a function of his disability rather than his competence. Shirag and I explore the implications of this for others from historically marginalized groups, as well as strategies we can use to distinguish fact...2022-05-2435 min
The Mindful ExperimentEP#377 - How To Be A Standout In The Crowd with Special Guest: Dr. Shirag Shemmassian In this episode, I had the pleasure to talk with Dr. Shirag Shemmassian who helps many students stand out when it comes to academic admissions. He helps many students who want to get into medical school, graduate school, or college and helps with MCAT tutoring. I enjoyed having this conversation because Dr. Shirag shares how to stand out when you are in a massive crowd, especially in the competition that comes with medical school. He shares what you can do and many of the things we discussed have a huge cross-over into busin...2022-05-2342 min
The Mindful Experiment PodcastEP#377 - How To Be A Standout In The Crowd with Special Guest: Dr. Shirag ShemmassianIn this episode, I had the pleasure to talk with Dr. Shirag Shemmassian who helps many students stand out when it comes to academic admissions. He helps many students who want to get into medical school, graduate school, or college and helps with MCAT tutoring. I enjoyed having this conversation because Dr. Shirag shares how to stand out when you are in a massive crowd, especially the competition that comes with medical school. He shares what you can do and many of the things we discussed has a huge cross over into business and how to st...2022-05-2342 min
Powerful Parenting for Today's KidsEp 647 How parents can promote or sabotage their high achieving kids with Dr Shirag ShemmassianIn today's episode, I talk with Dr. Shirag Shemmassian, who is the founder of Shemmassian Academic Consulting, and one of the world’s foremost experts on medical school admissions, college admissions, and graduate school admissions. For nearly 20 years, he and his team have helped thousands of students get into medical school and top colleges using his systematic and proprietary approach. Today, we talk about how parents can help their child prepare for and navigate the college search process.
You can learn more about and connect with Dr. Shemmassian at these links!
Free Resource: https://www.shemm...2022-04-2226 minThe Law School Toolbox Podcast: Tools for Law Students from 1L to the Bar Exam, and BeyondTalking About Law School Admissions (w/Sydney Montgomery)Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're excited to have college and law school admissions consultant Sydney Montgomery with us to talk all about law school admissions. In this episode we discuss: Sydney's background and her work in admissions consulting What problems do people consistently run into during admissions? What unique challenges do first-generation law students face, and how can they overcome them? How to find out more about life as a lawyer if you're thinking of applying to law school What should you write in your personal statement? Is it worth it...2022-04-1836 min
YouTube Creators Hub297: Lead Generation On YouTube With Dr. Shirag Shemmassian297: Lead Generation On YouTube With Dr. Shirag Shemmassian This week we are joined by Dr. Shirag Shemmassian and he talks about his rapid growth on YouTube. How he mastered one space and then moved to YouTube to apply the same tactics. We talk about lead generation on Youtube, how to stay consistent AND how to keep energy in your videos and SO MUCH more. About Dr. Shirag Shemmassian: RupDr. Shemmassian is the Founder of Shemmassian Academic Consulting and one of the world’s foremost experts on medical school admissions, college admissions, and graduate sc...2022-04-1532 min
E1 - College ScoopsEpisode 116: So, You Want to Be a Doctor with Guest Shirag ShemmassianSo, you want to be a medical professional? The road to medical school is not easy, but with the right amount of preparation and dedication, it is a viable and fulfilling career option for many. On today’s episode, Dr. Shirag Shemmassian gives prospective medical students advice and information on the application process.
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/college-scoops/support2022-04-0534 minThe Law School Toolbox Podcast: Tools for Law Students from 1L to the Bar Exam, and BeyondHow to Decide Which Law School Offer to AcceptWelcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're talking about how to figure out which law school offer to accept if you're weighing multiple options. In this episode we discuss: Should you automatically go to the highest ranked school you get into? How much does location matter? The role of scholarships and student loans The importance of visiting the schools in person Considering bar passage rates Job/career prospects after graduation Resources: Start Law School Right (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/start-law-school-right/) Law School Transparency (https://www.lawschooltransparency.com/) Podcast Episode 34: Which Law School...2022-04-0433 min
KAJ Business & Money LIVEWhat options Indian medical students can evaluate in the present scenarioWhat are the other viable options for Indian Medical Students in the present world scenario, is the question many in India have, especially students and their parents. On The KAJ Masterclass LIVE Dr. Shirag Shemmassian, world's top medical school admissions expert answers all these questions for us. Watch here. https://youtu.be/VfS3B-r_87Q Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/business-and-entrepreneurship-with-kaj--6217536/support.2022-03-2338 minKAJ Politics LIVEWhat options Indian medical students can evaluate in the present scenarioWhat are the other viable options for Indian Medical Students in the present world scenario, is the question many in India have, especially students and their parents. On The KAJ Masterclass LIVE Dr. Shirag Shemmassian, world's top medical school admissions expert answers all these questions for us. Watch here. https://youtu.be/VfS3B-r_87Q --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kajmasterclass/messageBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kaj-politics-live--6212492/support.2022-03-2338 min
The KAJ Masterclass LIVEWhat options Indian medical students can evaluate in the present scenarioWhat are the other viable options for Indian Medical Students in the present world scenario, is the question many in India have, especially students and their parents. On The KAJ Masterclass LIVE Dr. Shirag Shemmassian, world's top medical school admissions expert answers all these questions for us.
Watch here.
https://youtu.be/VfS3B-r_87Q
2022-03-2338 min
KAJ Bytes of ChangeWhat options Indian medical students can evaluate in the present scenarioWhat are the other viable options for Indian Medical Students in the present world scenario, is the question many in India have, especially students and their parents. On The KAJ Masterclass LIVE Dr. Shirag Shemmassian, world's top medical school admissions expert answers all these questions for us.Watch here. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit khudania.substack.com2022-03-2338 min
The Small Business SurgeonShirag Shemmassian: College Prep, Admission, and Higher Education as an ImmigrantAttention all parents! Today's episode is a little bit different from the normal kind of content we have on the show. Today's guest is a college admissions specialist and he's built his own consulting agency, based on helping students get into prestigious medical schools and achieve their academic dreams. Please welcome to the show, Shirag Shemmassian!Information about Shirag and his Medical School preparation services.https://www.shemmassianconsulting.com2022-03-2140 min
IlluminatEDEveryone Deserves Education, but not at the College of Their Choice with Dr. Shirag Shemmassian, Founder of Shemmassian Academic ConsultingIn this episode of Illuminate Higher Education, N2N Services CEO Kiran Kodithala speaks with Dr. Shirag Shemmassian, Founder of Shemmassian Academic Consulting Dr. Shemmassian is the Founder of Shemmassian Academic Consulting and one of the world’sforemost experts on medical school admissions, college admissions, and graduate school admissions.For nearly 20 years, he and his team have helped thousands of students get into medical school andtop colleges using his systematic and proprietary Approach. Dr. Shemmassian received his B.S. in Human Development from Corn...2022-03-1352 min
Uncommon Wealth PodcastEpisode 98: Standing Out in College AdmissionsIf the target college for your kids is Ivy League, medical or some other elite school, it will take more than perfect grades and high test scores to be noticed in the admissions process. Numbers are comforting, but there’s an artistry to high school course selection, essay writing, who to get recommendations from and interview performance that has helped 90% of Dr. Shirag Shemmassian’s clients get into at least one of their top 3 college choices. In this episode, we talk to Dr. Shemmassian about the services he offers, what things help an applicant stand out in a sea o...2022-03-0835 min
The One Big Tip Podcast with Jeff MendelsonE209 - Fail to Succeed: How Embracing Failure Leads to Growth | with Dr. Shirag ShemmassianAs the founder of the Shemmassian Consulting Group and one of the world's foremost experts on medical school, grad school, and college admissions, Dr. Shirag Shemmassian has spent over 20 years helping 1000s of students get into the schools of their dreams. However, an important part of that success is all about embracing failure. That’s why it’s his One Big Tip!Whether it’s when you’re applying to colleges or starting a business, Dr. Shemmassian says learning to be open to failure is vital. In fact, it’s one of the most important tools we can use fo...2022-02-2527 min
Parenting with ImpactEp 045: Helping 2E Kids Reach Their Academic PotentialParenting With Impact with Elaine Taylor-Klaus Episode 045 Helping 2E Kids Reach Their Academic Potential with Dr. Shirag ShemmassianDr. Shemmassian is the Founder of Shemmassian Academic Consulting and one of the world's foremost experts on medical school admissions, college admissions, and graduate school admissions. For nearly 20 years, he and his team have helped thousands of students get into medical school and top colleges using his systematic and proprietary approach.Having reached tremendous success despite his Tourette Syndrome and all the stigma that came with it, Dr. Shemmassian pays it forward, helping students be open about a disability they may have with h...2022-02-1623 min
The Best of How To Live a Fantastic LifeHow to Perfect the Admissions ProcessWhat does it take to get admitted to the college or Medical School of your choice? Is it all about scores? How about standing out in the crowd? Today we’re going to get an education on the subject from Dr. Shirag Shemmassian. He is one of the world's foremost experts on medical schools admissions, college admissions, and Graduate School Admissions. About Shemmassian Academic Consulting: College - For nearly 20 years, over 90% of our students have gotten into at least one of their top 3 schools. We've learned exactly what it takes to help high-achieving students get into...2022-02-0117 min
The HERO ShowMaximizing Students Ability to Pursue & Achieve their Career Goals“My mission is to assist students in getting to medical school so they can pursue their dream careers. I've never seen my job as deciding who should or shouldn't get in, my goal is to help people who have this dream to achieve it. It’s an enormous responsibility and one that I'm very grateful for.”
— Dr. Shirag Shemmassian
2022-01-1152 min
Teen Financial FreedomInto The World Of College Admissions With Dr. Shirag ShemmassianIn today's episode, Chase interviews Dr. Shirag Shemmassian, a college admissions expert. Stay tuned to learn about the psychological part behind college admissions. Guest bio:Dr. Shemmassin is the founder of Shemmassian Academic Consulting. He holds a PH.D. in clinical Psychology from UCLA and also attended Cornell University. He is one of the world's foremost experts on medical school, college, and graduate school admissions. His expertise has been recognized by various media outlets such as The Washington Post and Business insider. Dr. Shemmassin spoke at several prestigious institutions such as Yale and Stanford. 2022-01-0847 min
Show Up with PriyankaSU99: Success story of making the side hustle into top USA medical academic consulting business with founder, Dr. ShemmassianAbout Dr. Shemmassian,Dr. Shemmassian is the Founder of Shemmassian Academic Consulting and one of the world's foremost experts on medical school admissions, college admissions, and graduate school admissions. For nearly 20 years, he and his team have helped thousands of students get into medical school and top colleges using his systematic and proprietary approach.Dr. Shemmassian’s admissions expertise has been featured in various media outlets, including The Washington Post and Business Insider. Moreover, he has been invited to speak at Yale, Stanford, UC Berkeley, and other prestigious institutions about various aspects of the admissions pr...2021-12-2732 min
Happiness Journey with Dr Dan: Where every journey is worth living.Happiness journey with Dr Dan podcast: Season 2 Ep 10: Special guest and clinical psychologist: Dr Shirag ShemmassianDiagnosed at age 8 with Touret syndrome, Doctor Shirag was born and raised by immigrant parents from lebanon. Throughout his young years, he had to challenge himself and get bullied by his classmate because of his many tics due to Touret. After receiving his diagnosis, he was able to validate his illness and start working on himself to cope with it and having to deal with this illness for the rest of his life. His dream to becoming an NBA basketball player didn’t pan out so he had to put his energy into his studies and becoming a clinical ps...2021-12-1731 min
Discover Your Talent–Do What You LoveA Day in the Life of a Medical School Admissions ExpertDr. Shirag Shemmassian is the Founder of Shemmassian Academic Consulting and one of the world's foremost experts on medical school admissions. For nearly 20 years, he and his team have helped thousands of students get into medical school and top colleges using his systematic and proprietary approach. His admissions expertise has been featured in various media outlets and he has been invited to speak at Yale, Stanford and other prestigious institutions about various aspects of the admissions process.2021-12-1728 min
Career Journey Podcast044: Dr. Shirag ShemmassianAcademic Consultant: Dr. Shirag Shemmassian is the CEO of Shemmassian Academic Consulting and he drops by to talk about all things getting into school. Whether it undergraduate, med school, or graduate school, Dr. Shemmassian has the best advice and tips. We talk about Dr. Shammassian’s journey to this point in his career and how he helps students everyday get into difficult programs.
How to find Dr. Shemmassian
Expert: Dr. Shirag Shemmassian, CEO of Shemmassian Academic Consulting
Website: http://www.shemmassianconsulting.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shemmassian/
Tw...2021-12-1330 min
SoundBalming with Dr. LaMarr Darnell ShieldsGetting Into College without the Scandal with Dr. Shirag ShemmassianWhen news of the college admissions scandal broke in the spring of 2019, it was the perfect scammer story for the media to latch on to. Detail after detail emerged about wealthy parents who paid hundreds of thousands of dollars to buy their kids’ way into upper-tier colleges, as the FBI pursued indictments for mail and wire fraud; more than 50 people were charged.The investigation into the conspiracy was code named Operation Varsity Blues. Dr. Shemmassian is the Founder of Shemmassian Academic Consulting and one of the world's foremost experts on medical school admissions, college admissions, and gra...2021-11-3053 min
Education On Fire - Sharing creative and inspiring learning in our schools231: Academic Consulting with Dr. Shirag ShemmassianDr. Shemmassian is the Founder of Shemmassian Academic Consulting and one of the world’s foremost experts on medical school admissions, college admissions, and graduate school admissions.For nearly 20 years, he and his team have helped thousands of students get into medical school and top colleges using his systematic and proprietary approach.Dr. Shemmassian received his B.S. in Human Development from Cornell University. Despite graduating with a 3.9 GPA as a pre med student, Dr. Shemmassian’s interests in mental health led him to complete his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at UCLA. Throughout his educ...2021-11-2935 min
The INDUStry ShowThe INDUStry Show w Shirag ShemmassianShirag Shemmassian is the founder of Shemmassian Academic Consulting, one of the world’s foremost experts on medical/ graduate school, and college admissions. Shirag is featured in various media outlets including The Washington Post and Business Insider. He is a frequent speaker at Yale, Stanford, UC Berkeley, and others on admissions process. Shirag is an alum of Cornell University and UCLA.
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College TalkCollege Talk - Ep. 49 - Second Winds Don't = WinsWe're going to put this short series on productivity to bed! Literally! Our last Productivity isn't Perfect episode is all about rest! I talk a lot about sleep and why we need it so dang much!Here are the links to all the articles I reference:https://www.sleepfoundation.org/circadian-rhythmhttps://healthysleep.med.harvard.edu/healthy/matters/consequences/sleep-performance-and-public-safetyhttps://healthysleep.med.harvard.edu/healthy/matters/benefits-of-sleep/learning-memoryhttps://healthysleep.med.harvard.edu/healthy/matters/benefits-of-sleep/why-do-we-sleephttps://health.clevelandclinic.org/happens-body-dont-get-enough-sleep/I also finally say who my special guest is for...2021-11-1741 min
100% Dad Podcast with Townsend RussellS2:E14 IWD with Dr. Shirag ShemmessianDr. Shemmassian was born in Los Angeles to Armenian parents who immigrated to the United States from Lebanon. He now resides in San Diego with his wonderful wife, mischievous toddler son, and 9-pound dog. Dr. Shemmassian is an avid cook and, while he dislikes the term, a “foodie” who routinely travels long distances for a great meal—his friends call him “Human Yelp” for his recommendations. He is also a huge basketball fan (Go Lakers!) and lover of geography.
Dr. Shemmassian is the Founder of Shemmassian Academic Consulting and one of the world's foremost experts on medical school admi...2021-11-1142 min
Imperfect ParentingWhat’s the secret to getting into top US colleges with Shirag ShemmassianDr. Shirag Shemassian talks with me about how he helps teens and parents through the sometimes rocky terrain on the way to a good college.Dr. Shirag myth busts the mis-information out there, reminding people to be patient and move beyond thinking there’s a quick fix. On the way to Harvard and other top schools.Things take more time than you can imagine. The earlier you start it all, the better it will be.Do teens need to take every IP and honors and college course?Be careful about misinformation, and...2021-10-2856 min
Parenting for the FutureCollege Admission Season – No-Stress Success Guide: A conversation with Shirag Shammessian Dr. Shirag Shemmassian is father to one son, the founder of Shemmassian Academic Consulting, and one of the world's foremost experts on admissions to highly selective colleges, graduate programs, and medical schools. For nearly 20 years, he and his team have helped thousands of students overcome obstacles and gain admission to these schools using his proprietary approach. Shirag was born in Los Angeles to Armenian parents who immigrated to the United States from Lebanon. As a high school student, he navigated the admissions process with limited college counseling. He received a BS in human development from Cornell University and a...2021-10-2649 minThe Dominate Test Prep Podcast51. Succeeding in School — and Life — with a Learning Disability, with Dr. Shirag ShemmassianAchieving the highest levels of education is challenging even under the best of circumstances. But if you’re dealing with a learning disability or other life challenges? Then it can be even harder. Yet, success is possible — even likely — if you adopt the right mindset and take advantage of the opportunities and accommodations afforded to you on your journey.In this episode, hear the inspiring story of Dr. Shirag Shemmassian, founder of Shemmassian Academic Consulting, who overcame Tourette Syndrome en route to getting a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from UCLA. An expert in mental health...2021-10-1442 min
The Mister Productivity PodcastWant to Go to Medical School? - Shirag ShemmassianDr. Shirag Shemmassian is the Founder of Shemmassian Academic Consulting and one of the world's foremost experts on medical school admissions, college admissions, and graduate school admissions. For nearly 20 years, he and his team have helped thousands of students get into medical school and top colleges using his systematic and proprietary approach. His website WHO IS MARK STRUCZEWSKI? Mark “Ski” Struczewski (Mister Productivity) works with executives to help them gain control of their time by taming distractions so they can experience less overwhelm, feel a sense of freedom, and enjoy their lives. I...2021-10-0831 min
Business Creators Radio Show with Adam HommeyHow This First-Gen Entrepreneur Achieved the American Dream, With Dr. Shirag ShemmassianWhile in high school, Dr. Shemmassian took a keen interest in the higher education process. He navigated the admissions process with limited college counseling and became the only Ivy League graduate in his high school’s nearly 60-year history.
Today he is one of the world’s foremost experts on medical school admissions, college admissions, and graduate school admissions.
Dr. Shemmassian joins Adam to share his story and his advice on how to get into medical school or a top college/university.
Discover:
The current state of medical school admissions;
How growing up w...2021-10-0559 minBusiness Creators Radio Show With Adam HommeyHow This First-Gen Entrepreneur Achieved the American Dream, With Dr. Shirag ShemmassianWhile in high school, Dr. Shemmassian took a keen interest in the higher education process. He navigated the admissions process with limited college counseling and became the only Ivy League graduate in his high school’s nearly 60-year history.
Today he is one of the world’s foremost experts on medical school admissions, college admissions, and graduate school admissions.
Dr. Shemmassian joins Adam to share his story and his advice on how to get into medical school or a top college/university.
Discover:
The current state of medical school admissions;
How growing up w...2021-10-0559 min
Take The LeadUnderstanding University Admissions: Getting Into Your Top School Choices With Shirag ShemmassianEveryone dreams of getting into their choice of top schools. This means not just working hard for your stats and grades but also means standing out to admissions officials. In this episode, Dr. Diane Hamilton sits down to talk to Shirag Shemmassian, the Founder of Shemmassian Academic Consulting. Shirag talks about how he got into the business of helping other students get into top universities. They talk about what you need to do if you want to get into the top college of your choice. Tune in and learn more about how you can improve your chances of landing th...2021-09-2951 min
The Higher Ed Geek PodcastEpisode #135: Dr. Shirag Shemmassian on Counseling Prospective StudentsGo find tons of cool gear and support the show at our storefront. --- Support the show on Patreon to get exclusive perks! --- Our guest for this week’s episode is Dr. Shirag Shemmassian, Founder and CEO of Shemmassian Academic Consulting where he and his team have been supporting prospective students nationwide for nearly 20 years. Shirag shares his thoughtful approach on how he helps students genuinely work toward their goals. --- Subscribe and listen via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Spotify. Find the full show notes...2021-09-2931 min
The Irreplaceable Man PodcastThe ADHD Advantage with Dr. Shirag Shemmassian - Episode 229In this episode, Shirag Shemmassian joins host Ian Lobas to explore the minds of those who are diagnosed with ADHD. Let’s discover how the disadvantages of ADHD can be turned around as an advantage towards the daily struggles in modern society.
Dr. Shemmassian is the Founder of Shemmassian Academic Consulting and one of the world’s foremost experts on medical school admissions, college admissions, and graduate school admissions. For nearly 20 years, he and his team have helped thousands of students get into medical school and top colleges using his systematic and proprietary approach.
Dr. Shem...2021-09-271h 10
Hooked On StartupsDr. Shirag Shemmassian - Founder of Shemmassian Academic ConsultingGetting into medical school is hard work, but it’s certainly attainable. That’s why we are giving you this episode as Matthew Sullivan interviews Dr. Shirag Shemmassian, the Founder of Shemmassian Academic Consulting, to discuss how his company has grown over the years in helping people get to the destination they want. Dr. Shemmassian is one of the world's foremost experts on medical school admissions, college admissions, and graduate school admissions. For nearly 20 years, he and his team have helped thousands of students get into medical school and top colleges using his systematic and proprietary approach. Ever since he has...2021-09-0944 min
The College Metropolis Podcast: College Admissions Talk for High School Students and ParentsHow to Get Accepted into Medical School. Our Guest is Dr. Shirag Shemmassian, a Foremost Expert in Medical School Admissions#058 – Today, we begin a couple of episodes focused on the path to becoming a medical doctor. This is a topic often filled with misinformation. To dispel myths and do away with bad information, Dr. Shrag Shemmassian joins us today to talk about medical school admissions. Dr. Shemmassian is one of the world’s foremost experts, not just on medical school admissions, but also on college admissions and graduate school admissions. During our conversation, we discussed various elements related to getting into medical school, including, the steps to take after high school to become a doctor, whether there are college majo...2021-08-0753 min
The Irreplaceable Man PodcastIt’s Not About You with Dr. Shirag Shemmassian - Episode 218Are you a parent who puts the needs of your child first? Most parents would say “yes” but in this episode Dr. Shirag Shemmassian and host Ian Lobas challenge listeners to examine their programming or the programming that was passed down from their parents.
Are you more concerned about how people will view you and your family than your kid’s best interests? Many parents have never asked their children what they're into and why they are passionate about it, yet there is often an assumption that all children should go to college. Should they?
In thi...2021-07-191h 09Tests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastGetting Into Medical SchoolMost of us understand at least intuitively how challenging the road to becoming a doctor is. Few realize, however, how hard just gaining admission to medical school can be. Amy and Mike invited educational consultant Shirag Shemmassian to describe in detail the process of getting into medical school. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What are the different routes to becoming a physician in the US? How do medical school admissions differ from college admissions? How tough is the MCAT vs. the ACT or SAT? What makes a great medical school personal...2021-06-2929 min
College Reality CheckHow is a 14 Year Old Supposed to Find Their Passion? | Dr. Shirag ShemmassianIn this episode, I interview Dr. Shirag Shemmassian of Shemmassian Academic Consulting to discuss his team's successful approach to college admissions.
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Comprehensive guide on getting into medical school
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All Things College and Career#65 | Medical School Admissions: Everything You Need to Know with Shirag Shemmassian, PhD Founder of Shemmassian Academic ConsultingJoin us for an in-depth discussion that covers everything that you need to know about the medical school admissions process with Dr. Shirag Shemmassian, an expert in the field. We get all your questions answered: √ What are your chances for Medical School Admission?√ What is a good GPA for Medical School Admissions and how is it broken down?√ What is a good MCAT score?√ How to get into medical school from high school?√ Should you consider a D.O. program?√ Should you consider attending a Caribbean medical school?...2021-06-0657 min
The Entrepreneur Way1951: Making Sure That Your Thoughts Are Aligned with Your Goals and What You Want to Achieve with Dr Shirag Shemmassian Founder and Owner of Shemmassian Academic ConsultingDr Shirag Shemmassian is the Founder of Shemmassian Academic Consulting and a sought-after expert on medical school admissions, college admissions, and graduate school admissions. For nearly 20 years, he and his team have helped thousands of students get into medical school and top colleges using his systematic and proprietary approach. “get started. And that doesn’t mean you don’t have a business so start a business. But that also means okay business is making 100,000 dollars a year and you know that the next step to get it to 200,000 dollars or 250,000 dollars a year is doing X. Do it, ju...2021-06-0444 min
School Dazed: Help For Moms and Dads of School-Aged KidsThe One About College AdmissionsNavigating the college admissions process can be tricky and even sometimes intimidating. Experts suggest that students and their parents begin this process in Junior High, but where do you start and how do you know your child is on the right track? In this episode, we sat down with college admissions expert, Dr. Shirag Shemmassian of Shemmassian Academic Consulting. For nearly 20 years, he and his team have helped
thousands of students get into top colleges.
For more information about our show head to https://schooldazedshow.com/. Don't miss a show! Be sure to like and subscribe to Scho...2021-05-261h 07
The Awkward Teenager ShowCollege Advice with Dr. Shirag ShemmassianThis week the guys interview college admissions advisor, Dr. Shirag Shemmassian about tips for college applications. How to pursue right extracurricular activities for college admissions How to write a great Common App Essay Example college essays that worked at top schools Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodAwkward Instagram: @awkward_teenager_show2021-04-2741 min
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Prepped and Polished PodcastEpisode 250 with Shirag Shemmassian: How Students Can Appeal College RejectionsEpisode 250:
On today's episode of the Prepped and Polished Podcast, Alexis welcome’s back Dr. Shirag Shemmassian, founder and admissions consultant of Shemmassian Academic Consulting. As a Cornell University graduate and Cornell admissions interviewer, Shirag knows what the best schools are looking for in prospective students during admissions interviews.
During the episode, Shirag gives you some tips on how students can appeal college rejections.
What to do if you get a rejection letter:
Tell admissions something you didn’t talk about that was meaningful to you
Offer major updates to your application
Ways to not do it well:
Don’t tell a...2021-02-2435 min
Hack Your WealthHow to get into the best colleges in America, with Shirag Shemmassian#52: The competition for admissions to the most elite colleges in America (think Ivy League, US News top 10) is fiercer than ever.That’s because top colleges provide the best academic opportunities. Resources. Career opportunities. Pathways to elite grad schools. Student and alumni communities (where you’ll forge lifelong connections, friendships, potentially even meet your spouse). Not to mention, you’ll have a powerful brand associated with you for life.How can students and parents without special connections distinguish themselves amidst a sea of qualified applicants?This week, I chat again...2020-10-1353 minHack Your WealthHow to attend any college for free, with Shirag Shemmassian, PhD#39: Everyone knows the cost of college is cray. 😖It can create serious retirement speed bumps for parents……and it only gets worse with every passing year. 📈But for students and parents who are super on top of their 💩, there is a real path – through scholarships and fellowships – to make the cost of college (and grad school) FREE.Not only that, if you’re really good and write superb applications, you can even get PAID to attend.They say, “There’s tons of free money out there for college; you just have...2020-07-141h 09The Law School Toolbox Podcast: Tools for Law Students from 1L to the Bar Exam, and BeyondChanges to the LSAT Due to COVID-19 (with Steve Schwartz)Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're chatting with guest Steve Schwartz -- founder of the LSAT Blog -- about changes happening to the LSAT because of COVID-19. In this episode we discuss: The new online LSAT-Flex Has the format of the test changed? What technology you'll need if taking the LSAT at home How testers are attempting to curb cheating on the LSAT-Flex How to choose between the remote and the in-person test What if you need extended time or other accommodations? "Study with me" and other techniques to help you practice...2020-06-0132 minThe Law School Toolbox Podcast: Tools for Law Students from 1L to the Bar Exam, and BeyondInfluence of the LSAT on the Law School Admission Process (with Shirag Shemmassian)Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we have special guest Dr. Shirag Shemmassian of Shemmassian Academic Consulting back with us to talk about how the LSAT's influence over the admission process has changed recently and why some schools are now accepting the GRE. In this episode we discuss: Do you still have to take the LSAT if you want to go to law school? What if you've already taken the GRE? What is considered a "good" LSAT score? Balancing studying with working Dealing with disappointing test results How do LSAT scores correlate to...2020-05-1137 min
Physician NonClinical Careers with John JuricaYoung Doctors - How to Be a Part Time Academic ConsultantOn this week’s episode of the PNC podcast, Dr. Shirag Shemmassian joins me to discuss a nonclinical career I’ve never considered before: academic consultant. Shirag was pre-med throughout his college career and planned to be a surgeon. But when the time came for him to apply to medical school, he decided to switch his focus to the area of his research, clinical psychology. With little direction when he began preparing to attend graduate school, he studied the process that he had to navigate on his own. And he began helping people with their appl...2020-03-1830 min
More than a Few Words#459 Sell More By Giving Away Free StuffIt may sound crazy, but this week's guest Dr. Shirag Shemmassian says you can actually sell more when you give away free stuff. He sat down with host Lorraine Ball to talk about how this strategy can work for any business.
How does it work? You have to be strategic about what you give away. Think about previews of your services, or quick tips and informative guides which help prospective customers fell confident as they choose to work with you. The content you share has to be high quality, but it doesn't have to answer every question. Afte...2020-03-1710 minThe Law School Toolbox Podcast: Tools for Law Students from 1L to the Bar Exam, and BeyondChoosing a Law School (with Dr. Shirag Shemmassian)Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're talking with Dr. Shirag Shemmassian -- a law school admissions expert who has been featured on The Washington Post, U.S. News & World Report, and NBC -- about the process of deciding which law schools to apply to, and choosing the one to attend. In this episode we discuss: Dr. Shemmassian's background and his work in admissions counseling Factors to consider when choosing which schools to apply to How many schools should be on the average applicant's list? Going straight through to law school versus taking som...2019-10-1450 min
The Parentpreneur Accelerator PodcastShirag Shemmassian - How to write a memorable personal statement...On this week's episode I am interviewing Dr. Shirag Shemmassian; an admissions expert from San Diego, California. Growing up with Tourette Syndrome in a middle-class family, Dr. Shemmassian was often mocked by peers and teachers and discouraged from applying to elite colleges. However, he went on to graduate debt-free with a B.S. in Human Development from Cornell and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from UCLA. He has since set up his own business helping thousands of students get into top colleges, medical schools, and other graduate programmes. Dr. Shemmassian has been featured on The Washington Post, US...2019-09-2500 min
Building Online Empires PodcastBuilding a Million Dollar Consulting Business Online w/ Shirag Shemmassian of ShemmassianConsulting.com [Episode #72]Today we're joining Shirag as he launches into building his own personal online empire. Shirag's consulting business reached 7 figures this year and he's been doing it ALL ON THE SIDE! A true hustler, right? Let's catch up with him...TopicsHow Shirag's consulting business works and reached 7 figures onlineCopywriting SkillsSEOSales Funnel […]
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The Agile Entrepreneurship PodcastHow To Start An Academic Consulting Business From Scratch with Dr. Shirag Shemmassian – AEP #21Guest: Shirag ShemmassianCompany / Business name: Shemmassian Academic ConsultingBusiness web site | Facebook | LinkedIn | InstagramDr. Shirag Shemmassian is the founder of Shemmassian Academic Consulting. He and his team help high-achieving students get into America's top colleges, medical schools, and other graduate programs.Tools / Books / Resources mentioned:Books: Calendly, Skype; Mentors: Ramit SethiShow Notes:01:14 minute mark:Agile entrepreneur takeaway: Keep doing what you love to do and money will follow. Shirag starts off by explaining how a Ph. D. in Clinical Psychology got into starting an academic consulting business. It’s primarily started off with Shirag helping friends and family for free which generated enough interest to becom...2019-08-1300 min
The Side Hustle Show337: Multi Six-Figure Consulting on the SideDr. Shirag Shemmassian decided to take action on a particular skill of his, and is seeing some impressive results -- all on the side from his day job as a research psychologist.What do I mean by impressive?How about $650k in revenue last year, which was more than double of 2017, which was more than triple of 2016.He’s on a serious growth curve!Full Show Notes: Multi Six-Figure Consulting on the Side2019-05-3049 min
The Side Hustle Show337: Multi Six-Figure Consulting on the SideDr. Shirag Shemmassian decided to take action on a particular skill of his, and is seeing some impressive results -- all on the side from his day job as a research psychologist.
What do I mean by impressive?
How about $650k in revenue last year, which was more than double of 2017, which was more than triple of 2016.
He’s on a serious growth curve!2019-05-3049 min
Prepped and Polished PodcastP&P Episode 184: Dr. Shirag Shemmassian "Navigating College Admissions with a Disability"The Prepped and Polished Podcast is an educational and inspirational show that offers tutoring and test prep tips as well as interviews with celebrities and leaders in education. It is hosted by Alexis Avila, founder of Prepped and Polished LLC, a tutoring and test prep firm for K-college.
On today's show, Alexis talks to Dr. Shirag Shemmassian, founder and admissions consultant of Shemmassian Academic Consulting. As a Cornell University graduate and Cornell admissions interviewer, Shirag knows what the best schools are looking for in prospective students during admissions interviews.
Shirag gives you some tips on how to best navigate college...2018-05-1916 min
Own Your Self Podcast w/ Cary HokamaOYS 045: Dr. Shirag Shemmassian - Higher Learning, Entrepreneurship, & Thriving With Tourette Syndrome2017-10-2755 min
College Admissions with Mark and AnnaStanding Out Positively with Learning Disabilities featuring Dr. Shirag Shemmassian from Shemmassian Academic ConsultingJoin us as we talk to Dr. Shirag Shemmassian, Founder of Shemmassian Academic Consulting. As a graduate of both Cornell University and UCLA, Shirag will be offering expertise on applying as a student who has faced learning challenges, in addition to sharing his own personal admissions journey as someone who has a disability. Join us for real wisdom as we tackle the biggest questions when it comes to helping families apply when the applicant has faced unique challenges and how to use it to share a compelling story with admissions. Get Shirag's FREE guide–The 10 College Admissions Secrets No On...2017-09-0500 min
College Admissions with Mark and AnnaStanding Out Positively with Learning Disabilities featuring Dr. Shirag Shemmassian from Shemmassian Academic ConsultingJoin us as we talk to Dr. Shirag Shemmassian, Founder of Shemmassian Academic Consulting. As a graduate of both Cornell University and UCLA, Shirag will be offering expertise on applying as a student who has faced learning challenges, in addition to sharing his own personal admissions journey as someone who has a disability. Join us for real wisdom as we tackle the biggest questions when it comes to helping families apply when the applicant has faced unique challenges and how to use it to share a compelling story with admissions. Get Shirag's FREE guide–The 10 College Admissions Secrets No On...2017-09-0531 min
The Cult of Pedagogy Podcast69: Three Surprising Reasons Students Don't Get into Top CollegesFor many students, getting into a highly competitive college drives most decisions about where to spend their time and energy. But what if some of these decisions actually hurt their chances of getting in? My guest Shirag Shemmassian, who helps students get admitted to highly selective colleges, shares the three mistakes students make when trying to make themselves stand out in the application process, and what they should be doing instead.2017-05-2132 min
The Cult of Pedagogy Podcast69: Three Surprising Reasons Students Don't Get into Top CollegesFor many students, getting into a highly competitive college drives most decisions about where to spend their time and energy. But what if some of these decisions actually hurt their chances of getting in? My guest Shirag Shemmassian, who helps students get admitted to highly selective colleges, shares the three mistakes students make when trying to make themselves stand out in the application process, and what they should be doing instead.2017-05-2132 min
Prepped and Polished PodcastP&P Episode 152: Dr. Shirag Shemmassian "How College Committees Evaluate Your College Application"he Prepped and Polished Podcast is an educational and inspirational show that offers tutoring and test prep tips as well as interviews with celebrities and leaders in education. It is hosted by Alexis Avila, founder of Prepped and Polished LLC, a tutoring and test prep firm for K-college.
On today's show, Alexis is joined by Dr. Shirag Shemmassian, founder and admissions consultant of Shemmassian Academic Consulting.
episode Shirag gives you some insider tips for what college admissions committees are truly looking for.
Want to get into any ivy league school? Shirag advises to grab what you love and go in...2017-03-0918 min