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With the understanding that this program will give me the skills of a specialized clinical researcher through elective courses such as neuropharmacology, as well as hands on experience through internships in the medical science field, I am excitably seeking admittance. One goal I wish to accomplish while studying at Quinnipiac University is to work for one of the world’s premier biopharmaceutical companies such as Pfizer. I have worked in a veterinary lab for the past three years, and I recognize that a potential flaw in my previous medical school application was that I did not have the amount of human-medicine related clinical experience that the institutions which I was applying to were looking for. I believe that this hands-on experience, coupled with the medical laboratory science programs rigorous coursework, will properly prepare me to apply and gain admittance to, the medical school of my choice.

How will the University of Connecticut School of Medicine best serve your needs of becoming a physician or physician scientist?

The curriculum provides a solid science foundation through the foundation of medicine course that emphasizes genetics, pathophysiology, etc. However, instead of simply learning the material, I want to be able to apply it, so I am prepared for my clinical rotations. The integration into clinical concepts taught in small groups led by faculty is what distinguishes this program from other PA programs. Therefore, George Washington’s curriculum fits my learning style perfectly because when I joined small peer groups for physiology and biochemistry during my undergraduate career, I retained more information and learned how to apply it to various scenarios helping me excel on the tests. Therefore, this course provided throughout the didactic portion will allow me to apply the knowledge first through case studies, and then as a

Programs like the University of Cincinnati's Dual Connections program provide their students with a direct admission into their medical school while at the same time not rushing anything. By choosing a path like this a student will be able to obtain career security and also will be able to experience college life at its fullest. Since these non-accelerated programs provide a medical admission right after high school, the students accepted into the programs will be spared from the expensive, time-consuming, and most importantly, stressful medical school application process. Also, during the full four years of an undergraduate program, a student will be able to gain additional knowledge by taking classes that are outside the curriculum of a medical

When I began my college search, I was looking for more than just a challenging classroom experience, I needed real world challenges. After researching and visiting University of Pennsylvania, I was intrigued by the educational experiences, social networks, and real world opportunities that UPenn offers.

By the time I entered college, all I wanted was to be a doctor. My pre-medical classes were everything that I could have hoped: engaging, relevant, and exciting. A far cry from the banal boxes to be checked I had been warned about by my high school guidance counselor. My major, Neuroscience, brought me even deeper into the human body, and my Public Health minor gave me a macroscopic view of health to round out my educational experience. I was excited about

My ambition in life is to be a Physician Scientist, someone at the fore front of medical innovation particularly in the field of Neuroscience. An accelerated 7-year combined BS-MD program is an apt choice for my goals and ambitions. After having gone through almost two years in college and having taken part in various clinical and research experiences, I have lost any doubts others my age might have in my goal of being a physician in academic medicine in the future; with my lack of indecisiveness comes my decision to aim for the BS-MD program.

A chief concern to me is the quality of my education. Throughout my life, I have always presumed that knowledge is integral in life. When I attend The University of Chicago, I plan to major in Biochemistry and Neuroscience. These fields of interest would, hopefully, provide a gateway into a medical school as they cover topics surrounding the foundations and functions of life. When I researched The University of Chicago's programs for these majors appealed to me in separate ways. When looking at neuroscience, I found it interesting how the community included more than ninety faculty members in many academic and clinical department all conveniently located on the Hyde Park campus to consult. I also acknowledged the

Science can be complicated, but it is one of the subjects that explains what goes on in our world. Throughout high school, science courses were always my favorite. I decided that my major of choice for college would be biology: the study of living organisms. Grogan College’s curricular focus “is the development of the professional self in the areas of health, medicine, nursing, education, criminal law, business, and the performing arts”. Looking at that statement made me realize that this residential college is my best fit. The words that captured my attention are health, medicine, and performing arts. As a color guard performer and biology major, it is important that I continue performing as an outlet, as well as increase my research skills.

I initially applied to Rutgers with the intentions of pursuing a career in dentistry, and so made the decision to attend the school of arts and sciences. After a long and rigorous year of academic and social enlightenment, I have discovered that while pursuing a career in dentistry through the school of arts and sciences may be the most traditional route it is not necessarily the only route. In fact, after speaking to several upperclassmen and advisors I have come to the conclusion that pursuing a science major such as biology or chemistry can often limit pre-dental student’s opportunities post graduation, especially if one is not admitted into dental school or for any reason decides against it. On the hand, I have found that the opportunities

Throughout high school, I always had a niche of people who shared my interests, like track and field, varsity football and choir. The University of Pittsburgh offers students with the best residential learning experience in the country by forming a tight-knit community among its diverse student body, assuring me that I will find my niche of people. In addition, the University of Pittsburgh offers the Living Learning Community of Health Sciences as part of its residential learning experience which will give me the ability to collaborate with people who share the same passion for medicine while providing opportunities to take part in training presentations and MCAT preparation workshops for graduate school. Outside of academics and research,

I am about to complete my junior year as biology major at Boston University. My goal is to complete my undergraduate degree, and earn an advanced degree in MD or PhD. I have always had a strong interest in science especially chemistry and biology. Coming from a third world country, I did not have the opportunity to work in a lab. Coming to USA enabled and give me more opportunity then in my country. Roxbury Community College did not only prepared me for a four-year college, but it also gave me the background needed for my goal as an MD or PhD student.

For starters, I am a strong believer in Columbia’s core curriculum. The core curriculum that Columbia offers really distinguishes it from all the other schools and it ensures that I will develop a well-rounded, holistic education. A strong liberal arts education is important to me because wanting to be a physician, I'm going to be receiving a phenomenal science education in medical school, but the only chance that I am going to have to take courses in the liberal arts is going to be in college. And a common piece of advice that I have been given again and again by the physicians that I have shadowed–that I have now come to realize on my own– is precisely the importance of a strong, well rounded liberal arts education. And by attending the School of General Studies, which is known for its remarkable core curriculum, I know that I will be successful in receiving a strong, well-rounded liberal arts

This school is especially perfect for my desire to pursue a career in the engineering and healthcare industries. As a leader in my community, I want to continue being active in my community by helping end water scarcity and poor sanitation caused by contamination and the insufficiency of water. If I am given the opportunity to pursue both careers: system engineering and a physician, then I will be able to better help my community. This will give me more time to help my community because I will finish school faster through the interdisciplinary education that the University of Pennsylvania has. This is a privilege that I want in a

[After bouncing from Children's Hospital to Children's Hospital, being both patient and a volunteer, I've realized my adoration for children, and a firm desire to be a pediatric gastroenterologist. An integral part of my quest for college contemplation was finding a school that could provide me with an outstanding undergraduate experience and the ability to pursue my dreams. I've always had a fondness for making people smile and helping others. As I seriously pondered what I wanted to be when I grew up, I found the perfect occupation in helping others with issues similar to mine. The University of Washington is a place that can offer me a remarkable undergraduate experience, as well as a possibility to entreat further education and achieve