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Passport Admissions, Inc.
5230 Carroll Canyon Rd, San Diego, CA 92121, United States
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Passport Admissions, Inc.

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Ta
Review №1

I think it was very helpful having someone to keep me organized especially with so many applications. I also didnt know which schools to apply to and found the spreadsheets helpful. Ryan was an amazing editor I felt like he really helped me write what I wanted to in a more articulate manner. I enjoyed working with Lynn as my advisor and felt very prepared going into my medical school interviews. Passport helped me stay organized and the practice interviews were helpful in guiding me for the real interviews.

Je
Review №2

If you are unsure how the application process works, looking for extra guidance, wanting to make your application better, or all of the above, 10/10 recommend working with Passport! Stephanie, Rob, Ryan, and Alli all helped me feel more confident as an applicant throughout this application cycle. They were always one step ahead and let me know what to expect next. I especially appreciated the editing Ryan did on my personal statement, primary essays, and secondary essays, as well as Stephanies coaching as I prepped for interviews. Applying is hard, but they helped make it manageable. Would definitely use this team again.

Er
Review №3

I got 4 interview invites from medical schools and was accepted to all 4 thanks to Passport Admissions! This was my third year applying and I was desperate. Passport and its great advisors provided the structure, expertise, and support I needed to finally reach my goal. Everyone from the owner, Rob, to advisors like Mat, Debra, and Ali, were incredibly kind and knowledgeable. I will be using them for residency applications as well!

Br
Review №4

Passport was an essential part of my application process. They made everything so easy by taking so much off my plate and saving me a lot of time organizing. Lyn, Rob, and Ryan were all amazing through different parts of the cycle and I cant quantify the time and stress they saved me. I would highly recommend Passport to anyone going through medical school applications. With their help I was accepted into multiple schools including a top option to stay in California.

Ph
Review №5

Robs interview coaching was amazing! We did a mock interview and he was really able to dissect my strengths and weaknesses, even sending me a list of feedback afterwards with tangible advice. I really appreciated how he didnt just drill questions, but also asked follow-up questions to my responses. This resembled my actual interview, which was very conversational.Most importantly, he was very reassuring. He was really able to point out my strengths and give me confidence for my interview. One tip for maximizing the value of this interview: do a little bit of prep even before the mock interview just so you have a few anecdotes to talk about! That way, itll feel like the real deal and Rob can give you the best feedback.Thanks to Rob and Passport Admissions, I was prepared for my interview and landed an acceptance at my top-choice school! Super grateful for their help.

se
Review №6

I had self-doubt just as many other pre-meds, but the Passport crew helped reflect on my strengths and individuality in a pretty nuanced and strategic way. I worked with the best duo of Lyn and Ryan, and I cannot imagine any other formidable team out there! My application cycle was way more successful than I anticipated, cumulatively I received over 10 interviews which translated to 9 acceptances. I would say, trust their direction and I believe you will achieve your dreams through their assistance.

Am
Review №7

Rob is an honest expert in the advice he gives and the way he helps students. He consistently stays on top of the trends in both graduate and undergraduate admissions and is able to pass that advice on to those students who work with him. We both are in the business of helping others apply to college, so, technically competitors, but Rob is a collaborator who reaches out to colleagues helping to make us all better. I think much of his success comes from his natural charisma and his ability to clearly articulate a message both verbally and in writing to groups and individuals. My colleagues and I all sit up a little straighter and pay a little more attention when Rob speaks, and students not only love working with him, but find success!

Ty
Review №8

I met Rob at the UC Davis Pre-Health Conference in 2016 while attending his presentation on how to enhance your medical school application to make it stand out more to schools. I ended up taking the leap and working with them, and I received 9 interview invites and 5 MD acceptances. I am currently almost done with my first semester at a competitive CA school. Passport helped me strategically pick out my schools, edit my personal statement and all of my secondaries, and prep for my interviews. I truly dont think I could have done it without them. Thanks Rob & Passport Team!

Da
Review №9

I am a re-applicant who got an interview last year and made it on the alternate list. I am a non-traditional student and found the initial process of applying to medical school pretty frustrating. There are a large number of steps, vague and broad instructions, and very little information shared by admissions offices (dont even bother looking on the internet for instructions).Passport Admissions was an incredible help as I put together my application. They helped me think about what I really wanted to share and how I wanted to share it. They are incredibly knowledgeable about the admissions process and I am so thankful for their support. Med school admissions is expensive, as is med school, so its not the easiest decision to spend more on application guidance, but the money is well worth it. I already have eight interviews, two acceptances, and one position on the alternate list!

An
Review №10

We hired Passport Admissions for my daughter, then a junior in high school, in March. We didn’t get anything but very general suggestions from these people. My daughter and I were made to fill out a tremendous amount of paperwork that later we found out was unnecessary. Many of our questions were unanswered. Their approach seemed confusing, but we relied on them and were patient. Finally, three months later, I emailed my concerns to the owner of the company, saying that time was passing and I saw no progress. He scheduled a Skype session with us and, after talking to my daughter and I, said that we are too demanding, are taking more time than he expected and that they will not be serving us any longer. So we lost three months and were at the beginning again at this busy time in life when every week counts.We immediately hired a private counselor from another company. We brought them all the multi page questionnaires that we filled out. These people laughed at us and said that it was total waste of our time. Quickly and professionally, they helped my daughter with her choice of schools, essays etc. My daughter got an early acceptance in the Ivy school of her choice. I am very happy now but want to worn other parents not to repeat our mistakes. Passport Admissions is not to be trusted.

Ja
Review №11

Rob is very honest and knowledgeable in his advice and editing. Best of all, he truly cares about his students. Highly recommended.

Na
Review №12

I found Lyn at Passport Admissions through a recommendation on SDN, and I am so glad I did. During the free 1 hour consult, she gave me advice that led to me getting an interview at my dream school (where I am currently enrolled to begin this Fall, thanks to her). I then took advantage of the interview prep package and Im so glad I did. I had prepared for my previous interviews by doing a few practice ones at my undergrad school, but Lyns help took my skills to the next level-- her feedback was much more specific and personalized than I had received from my schools advisors. I felt confident throughout my interview day at my dream school and was accepted a few weeks later. I heartily recommend Passport Admissions and wish I had sought them out earlier than I did.

Jo
Review №13

When I first began the long and daunting process of applying to medical school I had very little idea about how to start. I found Rob H. through a glowing recommendation by a friend. With Robs help he had just gained admission to UCSD medical school. When I first met Rob I was surprised with his no nonsense approach to my application. He mapped out a detailed plan with me in regards to attacking the application process. It was a lifesaver. To go through the process with someone who had been through it so many times was very comforting. If I could choose one thing that I would highlight about his approach is his honesty. In a time where I had trouble finding an honest opinion about what I needed to do to gain admittance to medical school he let me know exactly what I needed to do.

De
Review №14

I cant speak for all their members, but Rob really does care for pre-meds and is quite knowledgeable. I would highly recommend their seminars and attend their events!

De
Review №15

We hired this service to help our daughter get to college. In the middle of service they made attempt to increase fees. After that they actually cancelled it. It was very inconvenient considering that we already spent 3-4 weeks and had to start from scratch with other company.

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  • Address:5230 Carroll Canyon Rd, San Diego, CA 92121, United States
  • Site:http://passportadmissions.com/
  • Phone:+1 858-523-8473
Categories
  • Educational consultant
  • Tutoring service
Working hours
  • Monday:Closed
  • Tuesday:Closed
  • Wednesday:10am–6pm
  • Thursday:10am–6pm
  • Friday:10am–6pm
  • Saturday:10am–6pm
  • Sunday:10am–6pm
Service options
  • Online classes:Yes
  • On-site services:No
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