2025-2026 Duquesne University College of Osteopathic Medicine (Pittsburgh)

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2025-2026 Duquesne Secondary Essay Prompts: All will write #1 and 2, choose your 3rd prompt

Question 1 (250-500 words)
Why do you want to become a physician, and how are you a good fit for DUQCOM's mission?

Question 2 (250-500 words)
Can you describe an experience where you faced and overcame adversity?

Choose ONE of the following question to answer: (250-500 words)
Question 3 - Can you share an example of an altruistic experience you've had and explain how it influenced your desire to pursue a career in medicine? Choose ONE of the following essays to answer:

Question 4 - How have your experiences and understanding of social determinants of health influenced your perspective on patient care and your approach to practicing medicine?



Good luck to everyone applying!

Interview feedback:
Coming Soon!
 
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ALL APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO ANSWER ESSAY QUESTIONS 1 AND 2
(250 - 500 word limit for each essay)
ESSAY QUESTION 1:
Why do you want to become a physician, and how are you a good fit for DUQCOM's mission?

ESSAY QUESTION 2:
Can you describe an experience where you faced and overcame adversity?

PLEASE ANSWER ONE OF THE FOLLOWING FROM QUESTIONS 3 - 4.
(250 - 500 word limit for each essay)
ESSAY QUESTION 3 - Can you share an example of an altruistic experience you've had and explain how it influenced your desire to pursue a career in medicine?

ESSAY QUESTION 4 - How have your experiences and understanding of social determinants of health influenced your perspective on patient care and your approach to practicing medicine?
 
Interview Invite received on 05/30. Virtual interview on June 5
 
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