
Career Counseling and Academic Support
Career Counseling
In addition to the academic advisors and student services resources available to students for career counseling, Meritus has a robust medical staff of active physicians and residents available to provide mentorship and role modeling in various medical specialties.
Academic Support
MSOM provides academic counseling to assist all students in study skills, learning styles, learning resources and other assistance to ensure students are successful. Several resources will be available to students.
Academic Advisors: Students will be paired with an academic advisor who will serve as a guide and a partner in navigating the complexities of medical school. Academic advisors will provide valuable insights, answer questions, and offer guidance tailored to the student’s individual goals and aspirations. They bring a wealth of knowledge about program requirements, opportunities for research, residency programs, and community involvement.
Learning Services Overview
The Learning Services team provides personalized support to all students throughout their medical education. Our team includes educators with expertise in teaching, curriculum design, adult learning, cognitive science, student advising, and more. As lifelong learners, we stay informed on best practices in medical education to ensure students receive the most effective and up-to-date guidance.
We encourage students to schedule appointments early and often. Our services include:
- Study Strategies & Time Management: Helping students develop efficient study habits and manage their time effectively, tailored to the demands of medical school.
- Learning Style Support: Identifying supplemental resources and study techniques that align with individual learning styles.
- Study Schedule Review: Assisting students in creating and refining personalized study schedules to maximize productivity.
- Board Exam Prep: Offering support for COMLEX-USA and COMAT preparation, including tailored strategies, resource recommendations, and timeline guidance for each stage of exam readiness.
- Testing Support: We provide guidance for all levels of COMLEX preparation, rotations, and COMAT study while connecting students with additional resources such as faculty, APSLs, Student Wellness, and more.
- Student Wellness & Accessibility: Ensuring support for students' physical, mental, and emotional well-being, including access to MSOM Student Accessibility Services and wellness resources.
All services are provided at no additional cost to students. Contact your campus learning specialist for more information or to schedule an appointment.