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Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine at Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL•Public, Urban
ChanceHigh
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2025
2024
2023
2022
Max 1200 characters
1.Whether or not you will be a full-time student, please provide details of your activities/employment for the application year.
Employment / Work Experience
ChanceHigh
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2025
2024
2023
2022
Max 1600 characters
2.Describe why you would like to attend the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine at FAU. What values, skills, talents, and life experiences would you contribute to our community?
Mission Statement
ChanceModerate
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2025
2024
2023
2022
Max 1600 characters
3.Please share a meaningful community service experience outside of direct patient care that has been meaningful to you. What drew you to this particular experience? How did it contribute to your personal growth and learning? What aspects of your involvement did you find particularly fulfilling?
DiversityCommunity Service
ChanceModerate
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2025
2024
2023
2022
Max 1600 characters
4.How have your previous experiences, whether in paid roles or volunteer work, shaped the skills and qualities you believe will be essential for success in medical school and as a future physician? These experiences do not necessarily have to involve direct patient care.
Community ServicePersonal Attributes
ChanceModerate
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2025
2024
2023
2022
Max 1600 characters
5.Describe a situation where you effectively demonstrated your leadership skills by guiding a group or organization towards a common goal or aligning their collective efforts.
LeadershipPersonal Attributes
ChanceModerate
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2025
2024
2023
2022
Max 1600 characters
6.Share a notable personal challenge that has influenced your personal growth. Discuss the insights gained about yourself and how these lessons will assist you in navigating challenges in medical school and your future career as a physician. Describe the support systems or resources you relied on and their impact on your journey.
Adversity / ChallengeSupport Systems & Resilience