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Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine (Las Cruces, NM)

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Program Overview

Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine (Las Cruces, NM)

Secondary Deadline

May 15, 2027

Secondary Fee

$80

FAP Waiver

Yes

Casper Required

Screens Applications

Pre-screen Applications

Accepts Application Updates

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Mission

The Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine educates a diverse osteopathic physician workforce committed to improving the quality and access to healthcare in underserved communities.

¡Para la gente y el futuro! For the people and the future!

Vision

The Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine will be celebrated for preparing culturally competent physicians dedicated to serving the Southwest, particularly among its Native American and Hispanic populations, and further extending locally and nationally to all underrepresented communities served by the College.

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Values

Service
Excellence
Community
Inclusion
Integrity

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Application Cycles

2026-2027

Application Cycle

All questions have a 250-word limit.

1. If you could strengthen one area of your application, what would it be? What have you done, or what do you plan to do, to address it and improve going forward? (Max 300 words)

2. In the space provided, please explain the reasoning behind your selection above. (Max 300 words)

3. Describe an experience you’ve had or an activity you’ve participated in that aligns with the mission of BCOM. (Max 300 words)

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2025-2026

Application Cycle

All questions have a 250-word limit.

1. If you could strengthen one area of your application, what would it be? What have you done, or what do you plan to do, to address it and improve going forward? (Max 300 words)

2. In the space provided, please explain the reasoning behind your selection above. (Max 300 words)

3. Describe an experience you’ve had or an activity you’ve participated in that aligns with the mission of BCOM. (Max 300 words)

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2024-2025

Application Cycle

All questions have a 250-word limit.

1. If you could strengthen one area of your application, what would it be? What have you done, or what do you plan to do, to address it and improve going forward? (Max 300 words)

2. In the space provided, please explain the reasoning behind your selection above. (Max 300 words)

3. Describe an experience you’ve had or an activity you’ve participated in that aligns with the mission of BCOM. (Max 300 words)

2023-2024

Application Cycle

All questions have a 250-word limit.

1. If you could strengthen one area of your application, what would it be? What have you done, or what do you plan to do, to address it and improve going forward? (Max 300 words)

2. In the space provided, please explain the reasoning behind your selection above. (Max 300 words)

3. Describe an experience you’ve had or an activity you’ve participated in that aligns with the mission of BCOM. (Max 300 words)

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