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A.T. Still University of Health Sciences Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine (Kirksville, MO)

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Program Overview

A.T. Still University of Health Sciences Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine (Kirksville, MO)

Secondary Deadline

March 15, 2027

Secondary Fee

$70

FAP Waiver

Yes

Casper Required

Screens Applications

Yes

Accepts Application Updates

Yes

Mission

A.T. Still University of Health Sciences serves as a learning-centered university dedicated to preparing highly competent professionals through innovative academic programs. The University is committed to continuing its osteopathic heritage and focus on whole person healthcare, scholarship, community health, interprofessional education, diversity, and underserved populations.

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Vision

[To be] The preeminent University for the health professions
Leading innovator in health professions education

Innovative curricular models
Distinguished and effective faculty
Diversity in student body, faculty, and staff
Life-long learning
Integrated technology into health professions education
Full scholarship programs

Osteopathic philosophy demonstrated and integrated

Advanced scholarship in osteopathic tenets
Students and graduates model osteopathic tenets
Whole person healthcare approach

Pioneering contributions to healthcare education, knowledge, and practice

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Values

BUCOM shares the values of our larger learning community at Baptist Health Sciences University such as integrity, professionalism, continuous improvement, and service as an expression of our Christian values. We foster a Christian environment where servant leadership is modeled in all aspects of learning, teaching, service, and business.

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Application Cycles

2026-2027

Application Cycle

All questions have a 250-word limit.

. What specific life experiences have shaped you as a potential medical student? (500 words)
. Describe your experiences with osteopathic medicine and how they have influenced your decision to pursue a career as an osteopathic physician. (500 words)

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2025-2026

Application Cycle

All questions have a 250-word limit.

. What specific life experiences have shaped you as a potential medical student? (500 words)
. Describe your experiences with osteopathic medicine and how they have influenced your decision to pursue a career as an osteopathic physician. (500 words)

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2024-2025

Application Cycle

All questions have a 250-word limit.

1. 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.)
Please list any changes or updates to your AACOMAS application. This section may be left blank if your AACOMAS application is complete and accurate.

2023-2024

Application Cycle

All questions have a 250-word limit.

What particular qualities do you feel you can bring to KCOM? (Max 500 words)
What specific experience/exposure have you had with osteopathic medicine? How has this influenced your decision to become an osteopathic physician? (Max 500 words)

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