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California University of Science and Medicine (Colton, CA)

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Program Overview

California University of Science and Medicine (Colton, CA)

Secondary Deadline

December 30, 2026

Secondary Fee

$100

FAP Waiver

Yes

Casper Required

Yes

Screens Applications

Yes

Accepts Application Updates

Mission

The mission of Baptist Health Sciences University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine (BUCOM) is to provide an exemplary model of education that prepares physicians who integrate the art and science of healing with their faith, calling, and pursuit of excellence.

BUCOM will prepare future physicians and scientists who are committed to improving the health of the diverse populations in the Mid-South region of Tennessee, Arkansas, and Mississippi with a special emphasis on primary care in underserved urban and rural areas. To advance this mission, BUCOM will develop clinically skilled, compassionate, and culturally competent physicians from diverse backgrounds who are grounded in osteopathic philosophy and practices, and who are ready to meet future health care workforce needs. BUCOM will advance research, innovation, and discovery to improve health, and solve current and future medical challenges.

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Vision

The Vision of BUCOM is to be distinguished regionally, nationally, and globally for excellence and innovation in osteopathic medical health education, which prepares graduates to transform health care through exceptional patient-centered care.

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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.

1. Diversity comes in many forms. How do you think you might contribute to the diversity of the class?

2. Describe the last time you were criticized by a peer or supervisor. How did you handle it?

3. Give an example of when you had to work with someone who was difficult to get along with. Why was this person difficult? How did you handle that person?

4. What would be the best example that shows you are a person of integrity?

5. If given the opportunity to attend medical school, where would you see yourself in ten years?

6. If you were enrolled in fewer than 12 units/credits for more than 1 semester/ 2 quarters during your undergraduate education, please provide a brief explanation below. (If not applicable, please enter N/A in the box below)

2025-2026

Application Cycle

All questions have a 250-word limit.

1. Diversity comes in many forms. How do you think you might contribute to the diversity of the class?

2. Describe the last time you were criticized by a peer or supervisor. How did you handle it?

3. Give an example of when you had to work with someone who was difficult to get along with. Why was this person difficult? How did you handle that person?

4. What would be the best example that shows you are a person of integrity?

5. If given the opportunity to attend medical school, where would you see yourself in ten years?

2024-2025

Application Cycle

All questions have a 250-word limit.

1.) Diversity comes in many forms. How do you think you might contribute to the diversity of the class?

2.) Describe the last time you were criticized by a peer or supervisor. How did you handle it?

3.) Give an example of when you had to work with someone who was difficult to get along with. Why was this person difficult? How did you handle that person?

4.) What would be the best example that shows you are a person of integrity?

5.) If given the opportunity to attend medical school, where would you see yourself in ten years?

6.) If you were enrolled in fewer than 12 units/credits for more than 1 semester/2 quarters during your undergraduate education, please provide a brief explanation below. (If not applicable, please enter N/A in the box below)

2023-2024

Application Cycle

All questions have a 250-word limit.

1.Describe a time when you were faced with problems or stresses that tested your coping skills. What did you do? (1500 characters)

2.Provide us with a specific example of something you did which helped build enthusiasm in others.(1500 characters)

3.How would you describe yourself in terms of your ability to work as a member of a team?(1500 characters)

4.Describe the last time you were criticized by a peer or supervisor. How did you handle it?(1500 characters)

5.What does it mean to be emotionally intelligent? How have you effectively used your skills in emotional intelligence in the past? (1500 characters)

6.Give an example of when you had to work with someone who was difficult to get along with. Why was this person difficult? How did you handle that person?(1500 characters)

7.What would be the best example that shows you are a person of integrity?(1500 characters)

8.If given the opportunity to attend medical school, where would you see yourself in ten years?(1500 characters)

9.Diversity comes in many forms. How do you think you might contribute to the diversity of the class?(1500 characters)

10.If you were enrolled in fewer than 12 units/credits for more than 1 semester/2 quarters during your undergraduate education, please provide a brief explanation below. Optional (500 characters)

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