Motivate MD Reviews 

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Looking at 57 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff and advisors for their exceptional helpfulness and knowledge, providing personalized, insightful feedback that significantly strengthened applications and boosted confidence. The professional and effective service offers clear guidance and support throughout the process. People consistently experienced prompt responses and quick turnaround times for reviews and edits, making the process smooth and reassuring. Reviewers found the mock interview sessions incredibly helpful and realistic, contributing to increased confidence. Many successfully achieved their goals, such as gaining acceptance into dream schools or matching into top-choice programs, thanks to the comprehensive support.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

All of my editors for my personal statement and experiences were very helpful. Their comments were not only constructive but also offered ideas on how I could write it instead. They honored their 48-7... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everyone at Motivate MD has been so helpful throughout the application process. I was able to have my primary and secondaries reviewed by the team, and also a thorough mock interview. All my reviews w... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thanks to the immense support from the MotivateMD Team, I got into my dream medical school! After two unsuccessful cycles, I put my dreams of becoming a physician on hold. After sometime to reflect, I... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I like how we were able to thoroughly go through answers that I practiced beforehand. The interviewer’s feedback was very valuable in helping me understand how to ace my interview. I wish I was given... See more

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  1. Medical School
  2. Career Coach
  3. Educational Consultant
  4. Educational Institution

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Our mission is to be a "breath of fresh air" to aspiring physicians and their families while navigating the very uncertain and competitive admissions process.


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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent feedback and return times

Excellent feedback and return times. Naturally, some reviewers were more helpful than others, but I appreciated multiple reviews from different people. I just submitted my primary application, but having had so many reviewers with experience, I feel relieved from some of the nerves associated with applying. I feel like I submitted a pretty solid application, especially since I had only started writing essays for TMDSAS in May, and their review services played a large role in that.

15 May 2025
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Reply from Motivate MD

SH,

Thank you for your kind review!! We are happy we could help you feel confident in your application! We are glad you valued the opportunity to have multiple perspectives throughout your application! We wish you the best as you continue the application process!

McKenzie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The editors at Motivate MD were…

The editors at Motivate MD were incredibly helpful in providing thoughtful edits and constructive feedback. They helped me communicate my story more clearly and effectively, and weren’t afraid to suggest reformatting when needed to better align with my goals and application requirements. I really appreciated their guidance and support throughout the process.

21 June 2025
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Reply from Motivate MD

Leon,

Thank you for your kind words! We are grateful to be part of your application journey and appreciate you trusting us to help you through your journey towards becoming a physician!

McKenzie

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Review felt like it was auto generated

Review felt like it was auto generated. Some of the stuff they told me to do was literally already in my personal statement. Could’ve gotten better review from ChatGPT.

21 May 2025
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Reply from Motivate MD

Hey James,

This is Drew, the founder of Motivate MD. I don’t typically respond to reviews personally, but I wanted to reach out to apologize directly for your experience.
I’m truly sorry that your edit didn’t meet your expectations and that it gave the impression of being AI-generated. We are processing a full refund and will also be reviewing this case further.

I do see that your edit was completed about a month ago. Ideally, we like to catch concerns sooner so we can either resolve the issue or issue a full refund—something we’re always happy to do if expectations aren’t met.

Honestly, the biggest reason behind our high satisfaction and acceptance rates has always been the use of real, talented editors that also can provide something AI cannot: actual medical experience and a genuine human perspective. This is essential and continues to be a core principle at Motivate MD, because at the end of the day, it’s real people—often with medical backgrounds—who will be the ones reading your essay and making the decision about your acceptance into their med school.

Although I'm now an ER attending, I still remember the stress and uncertainty of being a premed and applying to med school… I did not start Motivate MD to provide sub-par services or ever make someone feel like they got “cheated”. We strive for excellence, honesty, and transparency, and keep our services fairly-priced for that reason.

Wishing you all the best on your journey to becoming a physician! Please don’t hesitate to reach out if there’s anything else we can do to help.

Sincerely,

Drew Porter, MD

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am extremely happy about motivateMD

I am extremely happy about motivateMD. Becca, Dr Tammy, and Dr Pysick helped with the entire application process from start to finish. they were very informative about how to best approach each section and how to create a great resume. Very pleased

1 February 2025
Unprompted review
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Reply from Motivate MD

Hey Mike,

Thank you for your kind words! Our team is dedicated to helping every applicant through the entire process. We are glad we could be part of your journey!

McKenzie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Company

The reviewers gave great feedback and responded very quickly.

9 June 2025
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Hey Deb,

We really enjoyed working with your son! Glad our team was able to help him with his primary application!

McKenzie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Their advice boosted my confidence

So far super happy! I was nervous to use a service to help with my application and essays because I felt unsure how helpful they could really be and I did not want to be told to make a bunch of revisions when I was already happy with what I had. I'm glad I got their advice because it made me feel more confident in what I was submitting, seeing as many of the editors have admissions committee experience. They were also super kind to make sure I received the services in time for my deadline.
I would definitely use their service again for secondaries and interviews!

27 May 2025
Unprompted review
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Reply from Motivate MD

Melodie,

It has been a joy to work with you! We are so glad we could be part of your journey and fill you with confidence in your application. We look forward to working with you during secondary and interview season!

McKenzie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend for anyone applying to medical school!!!

I used Motivate MD services for my letters of interest, interview help, and letter of intent. I appreciate the care that everyone showed me along the way. Each person I worked with was thoughtful, attentive, and gave me feedback that showed me they cared about me as a person and truly wanted me to succeed. I have been blessed to be accepted to medical school and would highly recommend anyone considering Motivate MD to do it!

21 April 2025
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Shayna,

Thank you so much for your kind words! Thank you for choosing us to help you along the way! We are so excited for you as you begin your journey through medical school!

McKenzie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What I loved about MotivateMD was that…

What I loved about MotivateMD was that they still allowed me to have my own voice in my writing. I also preferred the chance to work with different editors, some who knew different medical school more than others. My secondaries felt very tailored to each school, and was why I feel like I received 11 interviews from all MD school despite having a lower MCAT score. I worked with Natalie, and she was AMAZING! She always made me feel comfortable and hyped me up in times where I was feeling under-confident and overwhelmed. I think medical students have the most up-to-date perspective on what admissions are looking for. I highly recommend MotivateMD!

12 May 2025
Unprompted review
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Reply from Motivate MD

Anisha,

Thank you so much for your kind words. Our goal is to be that extra arm of support every applicant needs! We are so thankful you allowed us the opportunity to work with you and wish you the best as you pursue your dream as a physician!

McKenzie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Encouraging experts, insightful advice!

I had the opportunity to have my personal statement and secondary applications reviewed by people with experience in admissions committees and the admissions process. During mock interviews, medical students gave me advice on how to structure responses intelligently. With Motivate MD's help, I got into an MD program on my first application cycle. I recommend these services to anyone applying to medical school!

22 April 2025
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Reply from Motivate MD

Customer,

Congratulations from all of us at Motivate MD on your acceptance into medical school! We appreciate your kind words and the trust you put in our team to support you through this process! We wish you the best as you continue pursuing your dream as a physician!

McKenzie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Motivate MD is worth it!!

I was a pre-med student with a 499 MCAT and conduct violations. Becca told me that it wasn't the end of the road and we could work through it, she gave me hope. Becca was awesome!! Also, if I had any trouble or confusion on how the program worked, Becca always answered her phone quickly to assist you in any way. Now I have received 3 DO interviews and 2 MD interviews, with two acceptances so far. Motivate MD has an excellent team of doctors who are passionate about helping pre-med students achieve their dreams. Special thanks to Melissa, she was my rock through this entire process!

I am so grateful to have come across Motivate MD! The program is very affordable and all the doctors in the Motivate MD team know exactly what admissions committee love to see from applicants when reading their personal statements and experiences!

19 April 2024
Unprompted review
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Reply from Motivate MD

Juan,

We're so glad you trusted Becca and stayed hopeful throughout the process! Congratulations on your acceptances—we can't wait to celebrate with you when you make your medical school decision.

McKenzie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Anthara was awesome

Anthara was awesome. Such insight she brought to the session. Really gave me a jump start on my personal statement and excited to get a review soon!

11 March 2025
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Reply from Motivate MD

John,

Thank you for your kind words - our coaches take pride in helping applicants with their personal statements from initial thoughts to submission! We are glad you feel confident in the process and our editors.

McKenzie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Resource for Interview Prep

I had three mock interviews with Rachel and felt extremely well-prepared for all of my 15+ interviews. It was comforting knowing I was able to answer any question with confidence and had resources to answer unexpected questions as well. It was also helpful getting constant feedback and preparing for both the virtual and in-person settings. Given the efforts to get to this point, this is a must for anyone who wants to maximize their chances to blow the interview out of the park.

18 March 2025
Unprompted review
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Reply from Motivate MD

Jeremy,

Thank you for your kind words! We are grateful to have been part of your journey and excited for you as you continue your pursuit of medicine as an Orthopedic Surgery Resident!

McKenzie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend MotivateMD!

I highly recommend MotivateMD and the Ultimate Acceptance Package to anyone applying to medical school. Their editors provide exceptional attention to detail, helping refine personal statements and secondary essays. They push you to reflect deeply and use compelling examples to strengthen your writing. Becca has been incredibly supportive, helpful, and responsive. I received six interview invites, and I believe my writing played a big role in my success.

12 March 2025
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Reply from Motivate MD

S,

Congratulations on your interview invites! We are grateful that you chose to work with us and glad we could support you throughout your application cycle. We wish you the best as you continue pursuing your career in medicine!

McKenzie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great preparation!

My interviewer gave very constructive feedback that helped me tweak my interview answers while still making me feel confident in my abilities! I got a better grasp on the tone and language to use in my interview answers and the practice itself was extremely helpful.

20 January 2025
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Reply from Motivate MD

Ada,

Thank you for your kind review! We are so glad you feel confident and ready for your upcoming interviews! We wish you the best during this application cycle!

McKenzie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you

Interviewers spent enough time going over all my questions and concerns. All were very knowledgeable and accommodating.

22 January 2025
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Reply from Motivate MD

Joanna,

We are grateful our team was able to prepare you for you interviews! Thank you for letting us be part of your journey!

McKenzie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highest Recommendation for the MotivateMD team!

I cannot recommend the MotivateMD team enough! I used the Premium review package for my personal statement, and I was incredibly impressed with their responsiveness. They returned my edits quickly, allowing me to stay on track with my application timeline.

What stood out even more was their generosity; since I didn't need to use all three review rounds included in the package, they offered me a complimentary review of my activity descriptions. This thoughtful gesture made me feel valued as a client.

The team genuinely cares about their clients' success, and their feedback was insightful and constructive. I felt supported throughout the entire process, and it was clear they wanted me to succeed and get accepted into medical school. If you're looking for a medical school application review service, this is the one to choose!

1 April 2024
Unprompted review
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Reply from Motivate MD

Zakary,

Thank you for your kind words! We're glad your package was the right fit for you and that our team’s support made you feel valued. We appreciate your recommendation and wish you the best of luck with your medical school journey!

McKenzie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Personal statment advising

I bought the one-time personal statment advising and recieved solid feedback and advice for what I needed to improve on.

25 November 2024
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Reply from Motivate MD

EXN,

We are glad we could be part of your journey and help you with your personal statement! We wish you the best of luck during this application cycle!

McKenzie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Motivate MD

It's super easy to set up, especially since they can schedule on weekends. The feedback was very pointed and constructive, and my interviewer, Sarah, made me feel engaged and excited to get better at my skills.

17 November 2024
Unprompted review
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Reply from Motivate MD

Mitchell,

Thank you for your feedback! We are glad our services were convenient, engaging and the interview prep sessions gave you confidence. We wish you nothing but the best during this application cycle!

McKenzie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was nice

It was nice for someone to take the time to look at what I wrote and offer guidance

20 October 2024
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Reply from Motivate MD

At,

We are glad we could review your essay and provide guidance. Best of luck during this application cycle.

McKenzie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mock Interview

I used the mock interview service to get ready for my upcoming medical school interviews. I was really pleased with the feedback I received and will definitely be using the tips they provided me. There were some mistakes I was making in my responses that I was not aware of. I am very glad my mock interviewer pointed them out so I can improve! I bought the two-interview package and look forward to doing one more!

17 October 2024
Unprompted review
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Reply from Motivate MD

Anna,

We are so happy we could help prepare you for your medical school interviews and look forward to continue working for you!!

- McKenzie

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