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University of Illinois College of Medicine

University of Illinois College of Medicine

Chicago, IL•Public, Urban

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1.(questions 1-5 required, #6,7 if applicable) “No is indicated, brevity is typically appreciated by schools as rule of thumb”.
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2.What characteristics, qualities, or attributes do you possess that have helped you to deal with conflict and change?
Personal Attributes
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3.Which characteristics, qualities, or attributes of UICOM attracted you to apply for medical school here?
Personal Attributes
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4.An important part of UICOM’s identity is the concept of “one college, three campuses.” The curriculum is identical on each campus; however, each campus has unique characteristics. Please describe what you have learned about at least two of our three campuses.
Diversity
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5.What are some of the causes and consequences of prejudice and injustice? What does an individual’s response to prejudice and injustice reveal about their character? What is the role of a bystander who witnesses prejudice or injustice?
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6.UICOM values a wide range of perspectives. Describe an aspect of your own perspective, value system, or lived experience that is important to you and how it would contribute to the diverse and collaborative community at UICOM.
Mission Statement
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7.Have you applied for admission to medical school previously? Yes/No If you are reapplying this year please describe what you have done during the past year.
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8.Have you ever matriculated into and not completed a professional/graduate program? Yes/No Please describe the circumstances of why you did not complete the program of study.
Why Us