Pre-med advising in Utah.
Physician-led, in-person guidance for Utah students, from Logan to St. George, at every stage from first semester to acceptance letter.
Built for Utah pre-meds.
Utah students have strong local options and real competition for them. Knowing how in-state admissions work, and planning for it early, can make a big difference.
We meet students in person across the state, know the local programs well, and connect students with clinical, research, and volunteer opportunities through our established and growing network of local physicians, clinics, labs, and organizations.
Medical schools in Utah.
University of Utah Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine
Utah's public MD program in Salt Lake City, with a strong preference for Utah residents and applicants with ties to the state.
Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine
A DO program in Provo focused on community-centered medicine.
Rocky Vista University, Southern Utah
A DO campus in Ivins, part of a multi-campus osteopathic program.
Programs and residency rules change. Always confirm details on each school's official website. Ascent is not affiliated with these schools.
Students we guide across Utah.
- Brigham Young University
- University of Utah
- Utah Valley University
- Utah State University
- Weber State University
- Southern Utah University
- Salt Lake Community College
- Utah Tech University
- Westminster University
- Snow College
Studying somewhere else in Utah? We guide students from every college in the state.
What we help with.
Academics
- Major and course planning
- Prerequisite sequencing
- GPA strategy and grade repair
- Tutoring for any course, science or non-science
- Study systems and time management
- Course retakes and post-bacc planning
Experience
- Placement support for clinical roles, shadowing, research, and volunteering
- Direct connections in Utah and Idaho
- Outreach and application help anywhere in the U.S.
- Leadership
- Gap year planning
The MCAT
- When to test
- Personalized study plans
- In-house prep materials
- Bootcamps and semester programs
- One-on-one tutoring
- Practice test review and retake strategy
Your story
- Personal statement
- Activities and most meaningful experiences
- Letters of recommendation strategy
- CV and résumé
- Explaining gaps or low grades
- Nontraditional and career-changer stories
Applications
- School list strategy (MD and DO)
- Primary applications
- Secondary essays
- CASPer and PREview prep
- Application timelines
- Reapplicant strategy
Interviews & decisions
- Physician mock interviews
- Traditional, MMI, and virtual formats
- Thank-you notes
- Update letters and letters of intent
- Waitlist strategy
- Choosing a school and comparing offers
Common questions.
Do you meet in person anywhere in Utah?
Yes. We meet students in person across Utah, at convenient spots near campus, with video calls in between.
Do you only help with local medical schools?
No. We help you build a school list across the whole country, including MD and DO programs that fit your goals and profile.
What does the first meeting cost?
Nothing. Every family starts with a free 20-minute strategy session, in person or by video.
Can you help me find clinical experience?
Yes. In Utah and Idaho, we connect students directly through our established and growing local network, and we help with outreach and applications anywhere. We can't guarantee a position, but we make the search faster and more effective.
Start with a free strategy session.
In 20 minutes, you'll leave with a clearer picture of your path, whether or not you work with us.
Book your free strategy session