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So since many of us are close to getting secondaries I've been looking for a list of prompts. Does anyone have a list of prompts for the different schools? I've been skimming through the school specific threads and found a couple that way (usually by looking in last years threads) but no list that has multiple schools together.
If anyone has info for secondary prompts from schools could you please post it here? I'll start with the ones I've found and please feel free to let me know if you know for sure that one that is listed is wrong or outdated. Links to previous posts with the info are less messy than posting all the questions right here so I'll do that as much as possible. Thanks and good luck to us all!
AT Still, MO (KCOM)
Have you applied to KCOM previously? Yes No
If yes, previous application year(s) and detail below what has changed since your last application.
What particular qualities do you feel you can bring to KCOM?
(Please limit your response to 500 words or less. All information provided in this section must be the original work of the applicant and not from another author.)
What specific experience/exposure have you had with osteopathic medicine? How has this influenced your decision to become an osteopathic physician?
(Please limit your response to 500 words or less. All information provided in this section must be the original work of the applicant and not from another author.)
AT Still, AZ (SOMA)
Have you applied to SOMA previously? Yes No
If yes, previous application year(s) and detail below what has changed since your last application.
What aspects of the Osteopathic Philosophy had the greatest influence in your decision to seek a career in Osteopathic Medicine?
(Please limit your response to 500 words or less. All information provided in this section must be the original work of the applicant and not from another author.)
What is your motivation for participating in the activities you have described in the clinical, volunteer and community service section? How have these experiences changed you?
(Please limit your response to 500 words or less. All information provided in this section must be the original work of the applicant and not from another author.)
How does your character, qualities, and experiences distinguish your ability and resolve to serve in underprivileged communities?
(Please limit your response to 500 words or less. All information provided in this section must be the original work of the applicant and not from another author.)
AZCOM
2. Why do you believe AZCOM would provide you with the type of osteopathic medical education you are seeking?
3. Why should AZCOM accept you into this year's class?
(http://mobile.studentdoctor.net/showthread.php?p=12631460)
CCOM
1500 character limit per response
2. Why do you believe CCOM would provide you with the type of osteopathic medical education you are seeking?
3. Why should CCOM accept you into this year's class?
4. Upload a copy of your resume or curriculum vitae, which will include, but not be limited to the following information:
secondary is just biographical info, no essays
KCUMB
LECOM
secondary is brief, no essays
LMU-DCOM
Please write and ATTACH two short essays addressing the following questions:
1) In your own life, what experiences and/or people have inspired you to become an osteopathic physician and
what personal qualities do you possess that will help you become a successful osteopathic physician?
2) Medical school requires a huge commitment in time and energy. How have you prepared for this commitment?
(http://www.lmunet.edu/dcom/pdfs/supplemental_application.pdf)
MSU-COM
Beyond requiring their own special forms to be filled out by evaluators instead of the usual LOR's the secondary for MSU is pretty extensive. Here are the essay prompts that I was able to find.
Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Personal Essay
Background: DOs rely on their skills in empathy, interviewing and active listening to gather the information they need to provide optimal holistic care to their patients. They are trained to use a whole body approach to diagnosis and treatment. Touch is an integral part of osteopathic care, be it a handshake, a steadying hand on the shoulder, the use of palpation during a structural exam or treatment with osteopathic manipulation. DOs empower their patients by providing education, mentoring and motivation. Patients of DOs rarely leave the office without homework assignments. The doctor/patient relationship here is truly a partnership.
Essay Instructions: On a separate sheet of paper, please discuss the topic listed below. Your response should total no more than one page and the font size must not be smaller than 10 pt. Include your name and e-mail address at the top right hand corner of the page.
* Describe a personal experience or ethical challenge you have faced that has influenced the development of your character. How has this experience helped you to develop specific skills and/or abilities that are essential to practicing osteopathic medicine?
(http://mobile.studentdoctor.net/showthread.php?p=11265222)
NYCOM
NOVA
No essay just a couple questions and $50
https://webstar.nova.edu/pls/PROD/bw...=&cpbl=&newid=
Ohio-COM
OSU-COM
PNWU-COM
PCOM
RVU-COM
If not currently in school, describe present activity and activity since you were last a full time student. Feel free to submit a resume.
Were you employed during the regular school year (excluding summers) while in undergraduate school?
Why do you want to become an Osteopathic physician?
Why do you wish to attend Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine?
What unique characteristics, abilities, or skill will you bring to the college and to the Osteopathic profession?
Add any additional information that you consider pertinent or that you feel will be of benefit as a student or as an osteopathic physician.
These were posted last year. I don't know that they will for certain be the same this year
(http://mobile.studentdoctor.net/showthread.php?p=11091475)
Touro
Not sure if the different Touro's have different secondaries. This is what I found.
15. Explain why you have chosen to apply to Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine:
16. Why should the admissions committee accept you into this year's class?
(http://admissions.tu.edu/com/TUCAsupapp.htm)
UMDNJ-SOM
UNE-COM
UNTHSC-TCOM
To access the secondary, visit: https://my.unt.edu/psp/papd01/EMPLOY...SECUND_APP.GBL
Please address each topic in a separate paragraph:
1) In your own words, explain the concept of osteopathic medicine as you understand it. (1000 Characters or less)
2) What experiences and/or relationships have motivated you toward a career in osteopathic medicine? (1000 Characters or less)
Also) If applicable, please update the information contained on your TMDSAS application. Indicate any additional grades earned, alterations in your proposed coursework or graduation date, additions to your extracurricular activities, name change, or anything else you feel the Admissions Committee should know
Pike-KCOM
WVSOM
WU-COM Pomona
While shadowing a physician, what did the experience do to solidify your desire/ambition to become an osteopathic physician?
What criteria did you use to select a medical school and why WesternU meet your high level of expectation?
Describe your participation in community service activities in a medically underserved or economically disadvantaged community.
Explain why the opportunity to study and participate in clinical experiences in Southern California appeals to you.
(http://mobile.studentdoctor.net/show...php?p=12627201)
WCU-COM
If anyone has info for secondary prompts from schools could you please post it here? I'll start with the ones I've found and please feel free to let me know if you know for sure that one that is listed is wrong or outdated. Links to previous posts with the info are less messy than posting all the questions right here so I'll do that as much as possible. Thanks and good luck to us all!
AT Still, MO (KCOM)
Have you applied to KCOM previously? Yes No
If yes, previous application year(s) and detail below what has changed since your last application.
What particular qualities do you feel you can bring to KCOM?
(Please limit your response to 500 words or less. All information provided in this section must be the original work of the applicant and not from another author.)
What specific experience/exposure have you had with osteopathic medicine? How has this influenced your decision to become an osteopathic physician?
(Please limit your response to 500 words or less. All information provided in this section must be the original work of the applicant and not from another author.)
AT Still, AZ (SOMA)
Have you applied to SOMA previously? Yes No
If yes, previous application year(s) and detail below what has changed since your last application.
What aspects of the Osteopathic Philosophy had the greatest influence in your decision to seek a career in Osteopathic Medicine?
(Please limit your response to 500 words or less. All information provided in this section must be the original work of the applicant and not from another author.)
What is your motivation for participating in the activities you have described in the clinical, volunteer and community service section? How have these experiences changed you?
(Please limit your response to 500 words or less. All information provided in this section must be the original work of the applicant and not from another author.)
How does your character, qualities, and experiences distinguish your ability and resolve to serve in underprivileged communities?
(Please limit your response to 500 words or less. All information provided in this section must be the original work of the applicant and not from another author.)
AZCOM
2. Why do you believe AZCOM would provide you with the type of osteopathic medical education you are seeking?
3. Why should AZCOM accept you into this year's class?
(http://mobile.studentdoctor.net/showthread.php?p=12631460)
CCOM
1500 character limit per response
2. Why do you believe CCOM would provide you with the type of osteopathic medical education you are seeking?
3. Why should CCOM accept you into this year's class?
4. Upload a copy of your resume or curriculum vitae, which will include, but not be limited to the following information:
- Educational History (colleges attended and degrees earned)
- Employment History
- Medically related work and volunteer experiences
- College extracurricular activities, honors, and leadership responsibilities
- Community activities, honors, and leadership responsibilities
- Hobbies and nonacademic interests
secondary is just biographical info, no essays
KCUMB
LECOM
secondary is brief, no essays
LMU-DCOM
Please write and ATTACH two short essays addressing the following questions:
1) In your own life, what experiences and/or people have inspired you to become an osteopathic physician and
what personal qualities do you possess that will help you become a successful osteopathic physician?
2) Medical school requires a huge commitment in time and energy. How have you prepared for this commitment?
(http://www.lmunet.edu/dcom/pdfs/supplemental_application.pdf)
MSU-COM
Beyond requiring their own special forms to be filled out by evaluators instead of the usual LOR's the secondary for MSU is pretty extensive. Here are the essay prompts that I was able to find.
Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Personal Essay
Background: DOs rely on their skills in empathy, interviewing and active listening to gather the information they need to provide optimal holistic care to their patients. They are trained to use a whole body approach to diagnosis and treatment. Touch is an integral part of osteopathic care, be it a handshake, a steadying hand on the shoulder, the use of palpation during a structural exam or treatment with osteopathic manipulation. DOs empower their patients by providing education, mentoring and motivation. Patients of DOs rarely leave the office without homework assignments. The doctor/patient relationship here is truly a partnership.
Essay Instructions: On a separate sheet of paper, please discuss the topic listed below. Your response should total no more than one page and the font size must not be smaller than 10 pt. Include your name and e-mail address at the top right hand corner of the page.
* Describe a personal experience or ethical challenge you have faced that has influenced the development of your character. How has this experience helped you to develop specific skills and/or abilities that are essential to practicing osteopathic medicine?
(http://mobile.studentdoctor.net/showthread.php?p=11265222)
NYCOM
NOVA
No essay just a couple questions and $50
https://webstar.nova.edu/pls/PROD/bw...=&cpbl=&newid=
Ohio-COM
OSU-COM
PNWU-COM
PCOM
RVU-COM
If not currently in school, describe present activity and activity since you were last a full time student. Feel free to submit a resume.
Were you employed during the regular school year (excluding summers) while in undergraduate school?
Why do you want to become an Osteopathic physician?
Why do you wish to attend Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine?
What unique characteristics, abilities, or skill will you bring to the college and to the Osteopathic profession?
Add any additional information that you consider pertinent or that you feel will be of benefit as a student or as an osteopathic physician.
These were posted last year. I don't know that they will for certain be the same this year
(http://mobile.studentdoctor.net/showthread.php?p=11091475)
Touro
Not sure if the different Touro's have different secondaries. This is what I found.
15. Explain why you have chosen to apply to Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine:
16. Why should the admissions committee accept you into this year's class?
(http://admissions.tu.edu/com/TUCAsupapp.htm)
UMDNJ-SOM
UNE-COM
UNTHSC-TCOM
To access the secondary, visit: https://my.unt.edu/psp/papd01/EMPLOY...SECUND_APP.GBL
Please address each topic in a separate paragraph:
1) In your own words, explain the concept of osteopathic medicine as you understand it. (1000 Characters or less)
2) What experiences and/or relationships have motivated you toward a career in osteopathic medicine? (1000 Characters or less)
Also) If applicable, please update the information contained on your TMDSAS application. Indicate any additional grades earned, alterations in your proposed coursework or graduation date, additions to your extracurricular activities, name change, or anything else you feel the Admissions Committee should know
Pike-KCOM
WVSOM
WU-COM Pomona
While shadowing a physician, what did the experience do to solidify your desire/ambition to become an osteopathic physician?
What criteria did you use to select a medical school and why WesternU meet your high level of expectation?
Describe your participation in community service activities in a medically underserved or economically disadvantaged community.
Explain why the opportunity to study and participate in clinical experiences in Southern California appeals to you.
(http://mobile.studentdoctor.net/show...php?p=12627201)
WCU-COM
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