All have 150 word limit

1. What inspired you to pursue a career in medicine, and how have your personal experiences or background shaped your desire to become a physician?

2. Tell us about a time when you faced a significant challenge or setback. How did you navigate it, and what did you learn from the experience that will help you succeed in medical school?

3. Describe an experience where you helped someone who was going through a difficult time. How did you approach the situation, and what did you learn about the importance of empathy in providing care?

4. Is there anything about yourself that you feel self-conscious about? How have you
addressed it, and what have you learned about yourself through this process?

5. What are two causes or activities you are most passionate about? How do these passions reflect your values and goals as a future physician?

6. Applicants may submit an optional statement that specifically addresses the following prompt: Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science continuously strives to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Each applicant’s lived experience provides an opportunity to contribute to our mission. Please share the ways in which your personal experiences, values, qualities and perspectives will enrich RFU and our community.

All have 150 word limit

1. What inspired you to pursue a career in medicine, and how have your personal experiences or background shaped your desire to become a physician?

2. Tell us about a time when you faced a significant challenge or setback. How did you navigate it, and what did you learn from the experience that will help you succeed in medical school?

3. Describe an experience where you helped someone who was going through a difficult time. How did you approach the situation, and what did you learn about the importance of empathy in providing care?

4. Is there anything about yourself that you feel self-conscious about? How have you
addressed it, and what have you learned about yourself through this process?

5. What are two causes or activities you are most passionate about? How do these passions reflect your values and goals as a future physician?

6. Applicants may submit an optional statement that specifically addresses the following prompt: Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science continuously strives to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Each applicant’s lived experience provides an opportunity to contribute to our mission. Please share the ways in which your personal experiences, values, qualities and perspectives will enrich RFU and our community.

All 150 words

1. How would you manage a situation where a family member or close friend made a sexist, racist, or prejudiced comment in your presence?

2. What has been your greatest self-discovery?

3. What event(s) from your youth still teaches you lessons today? How do you apply what you learned?

4. Give five reasons why you would make an excellent physician?

5. What is the greatest act of kindness you have ever performed for someone?

Each essay answer should be no longer than 150 words.

1. Please specifically discuss how, if admitted to our program, your admission would contribute to the diversity of the Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science community.

2. Briefly share your plans for the upcoming academic year. Do you plan to work, conduct research, volunteer in a health care setting, participate in community service, attend school, travel, participate in leisure activities or other activities?

3. Have you ever had a major setback? What was the cause and how did you overcome it?

3. Have you ever had a major setback? What was the cause and how did you overcome it?