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Burrell College at New Mexico State University Secondary Application Prompts

Prompts have been updated June 2023

Prompts

What draws you to the Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine? If admitted, what do you see yourself becoming involved in?

If you could strengthen one area of your application, what would it be? What have you done, or what do you plan to do, to address it and improve going forward?

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About Burrell College at New Mexico State University

Mission

Para la gente y el futuro: For the people and the future, the Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine at New Mexico State University (BCOM) is dedicated to improving the health of the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico through culturally humble undergraduate, graduate and continuing osteopathic medical education, research and clinical service to the community.

BCOM is focused on increasing diversity in the physician workforce and fostering a practice of life-long learning, compassion, respect and excellence in its students.

Vision

The Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine will be regionally and nationally recognized for significantly impacting physician workforce needs of the Southwest and access to quality medical services. BCOM will be a leader in increasing workforce diversity, particularly among Native American and Hispanic populations.

Important details​

Primary Deadline: Usually around Mar 31st
Secondary Deadline: Usually around April 12th
Secondary Fee: $80
FAP Waiver: Full Fee Waived
Casper Required: No
PREview Required: No
Screens Applications: Yes
Accepts Application Updates:

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Why do you think BCOM is the place for you, and what qualities do you think you would bring to BCOM taht would help develop and foster the climate of our school?

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