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University of Pittsburgh Secondary Application

University of Pittsburgh Secondary Application Prompts

Prompts have been updated June 2023

Prompts

Tell us about a challenging problem you faced and how you resolved it. Include how the experience contributed to the person you are today.

(250 words)

At UPSOM, diversity and inclusion are measures of distinction, integral to achieving institutional excellence, and essential to the development of future physicians who become leaders in medicine. Describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to diversity and inclusion in the past, and how you hope to grow that commitment in medical school.

(250 words)

Please write about anything else you would like to add to your application, or anything you would like to emphasize to the Admissions Committee.

(250 words)

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Mission

The mission of the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine is to improve the health and well-being of individuals and populations through cutting-edge biomedical research, innovative educational programs in medicine and biomedical science, and leadership in academic medicine. We strive to implement this mission with the highest professional and ethical standards, in a culture of diversity and inclusiveness, and in an environment that enables all students, faculty, and staff to develop to their fullest potential.

Important details​

Primary Deadline: Usually around Oct 30th
Secondary Deadline: Usually around Nov 15th
Secondary Fee: $110
FAP Waiver: Full Fee Waived
Casper Required: No
PREview Required: No
Screens Applications: Yes
Accepts Application Updates: Yes/Email

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