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Western Michigan University Homer Stryker Secondary Application

Western Michigan University Homer Stryker Secondary Application Prompts

Prompts have been updated November 2023

Prompts

Please explain both of the following:The specific reason(s) you have chosen to apply to WMed and How you will utilize the unique features of WMed's mission, vision, and curriculum to achieve your career goals.

(2000 characters)

Describe how you add to the cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic diversity of the medical profession and what you bring to the practice of medicine - your values, skills, talents, and life experiences.

(2000 characters)

WMed Re-Applicants Only: Describe the changes to your application from previous cycles - include academics, experiences, and/or personal attributes.

(2000 characters)

Optional

Please explain any connection you have to Southwest Michigan.

(2000 characters)

Is there any additional information not included elsewhere in your application you would like the admissions committee to know?

(2000 characters)

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About Western Michigan University Homer Stryker

Mission

To educate and inspire lifelong learners to be exceptional clinicians, leaders, educators, advocates, and researchers of tomorrow. 

Vision

To be distinguised as a leader among medical schools through community collaboration in medical education, patient care, research, and service. 

Values

  • Excellence
  • Innovation
  • Lifelong Learning
  • Integrity
  • Professionalism
  • Leadership
  • Teamwork
  • Collaboration
  • Compassion
  • Inclusiveness 
  • Diversity

Important details​

Primary Deadline: Usually around Nov 15th
Secondary Deadline: Usually around Jan 6th
Secondary Fee: $100
FAP Waiver: Full Fee Waived
Casper Required: No
PREview Required: No
Screens Applications: Yes
Accepts Application Updates: Yes/Email

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Describe why you wish to enroll at WMed. You should describe any connection that you have to Southwest Michigan.

(2000 characters)

Describe what you bring to the practice of medicine - your values, skills, talents, and life experiences - and how you add to the cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic diversity of the medical profession.

(2000 characters)

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the world in an unprecedented way. If COVID-19 impacted you, your academic plan, or your planned experiences, and you haven't noted elsewhere, please tell us about your unique circumstances.

(2000 characters)

This question is only required for students who have previously applied to Western Michigan:

(2000 characters)
  • Describe the changes to your application from previous cycles – include academics, experiences, and/or personal attributes. (2000 characters)
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