Preparation & MCAT Stage
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Today: Jun 15
May 4, 2026
AACOMAS Opens
AACOMAS application opens for entry & submission.
May 4, 2026
AMCAS Opens
AMCAS application opens for data entry.
May 28, 2026
AMCAS Submissions
AMCAS submission opens (earliest submission for verification).
Jun 26, 2026
First Batch Transmission
AMCAS transmits first batch of verified applications to medical schools.
Jun 15, 2026
AACOMAS Releases
AACOMAS releases verified applications to osteopathic schools.
Aug 3, 2026
EDP Submission
AMCAS Early Decision Program submission deadline.
Oct 15, 2026
MD Releases Begin
Medical schools begin releasing first-wave acceptance offers.

University of Maryland School of Medicine
Baltimore, MD•Public, Urban
ChanceNew
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2025
2024
2023
2022
Max 200 characters
1.Please share any relevant characteristics about your background and/or experiences not already described in AMCAS that you feel may positively impact how you practice medicine in the future. (Optional).
Diversity
ChanceModerate
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2025
2024
2023
2022
Max 1000 characters
2.Describe here the reason why you are specifically interested in attending the University of Maryland School of Medicine.
Why Us
ChanceNew
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2025
2024
2023
2022
Max 1000 characters
3.Please describe what you will be doing during the 2025-2026 academic year. If you graduated or will graduate in 2025, what are your plans for the coming year until you matriculate to medical school?
Academic Hardship
ChanceModerate
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2025
2024
2023
2022
Max 1000 characters
4.If you’ve experienced academic challenges while in college and/or graduate or professional school, please describe and explain below. Please be sure to include withdrawals, incompletes, poor grades, etc. (Optional).
Adversity / ChallengeAcademic Hardship
ChanceModerate
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2025
2024
2023
2022
Max 1500 characters
5.Briefly describe your most meaningful exposure to clinical medicine.
Clinical ExperienceMost Meaningful
ChanceHigh
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2025
2024
2023
2022
Max 1500 characters
6.Briefly describe your most satisfying experience related to community service.
Community Service
ChanceNew
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2025
2024
2023
2022
Max 1500 characters
7.How does our School of Medicine mission, vision, and values align with your vision for your future career as a physician?
Mission Statement
ChanceHigh
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2025
2024
2023
2022
Max 1500 characters
8.What does it mean to you to enter into a profession?