(Questions 5, 7, 8, and possibly 9 & 12 require a short essay.)

1. Are you applying for the Early Decision Program?

2. Are you a current student in Marian’s Biomedical Sciences graduate program?

3. Have you had the opportunity to connect with someone from MU-WCOM?

4. Do you have research experience?

5. In Indiana, 53 of our 92 counties are designated as Health Professional Shortage Areas. What experiences have you had working with these types of communities, and how has it shaped your perspective on healthcare? (Max 300 words)

6. Do you have any connections to the state of Indiana?

7. What personal experiences or values have motivated you into considering an osteopathic medical education? (Max 300 words)

8. Explain your interest in attending MU-WCOM. (Max 300 words)

9. Please indicate any new information, changes or additions that were not included in your AACOMAS application (including but not limited to, education, employment, extracurricular activities, research, military service, academic warnings, conduct violations, and/or convictions). (Max 300 words)

10. Do/did you have an undergraduate pre-medical or health profession advisor?

11. I am eligible for an AACOMAS fee waiver and request one from MU-WCOM.

12. Please indicate how you first learned about MU-WCOM, providing specific details where appropriate

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(Questions 5, 7, 8, and possibly 9 & 12 require a short essay.)

1. Are you applying for the Early Decision Program?

2. Are you a current student in Marian’s Biomedical Sciences graduate program?

3. Have you had the opportunity to connect with someone from MU-WCOM?

4. Do you have research experience?

5. In Indiana, 53 of our 92 counties are designated as Health Professional Shortage Areas. What experiences have you had working with these types of communities, and how has it shaped your perspective on healthcare? (Max 300 words)

6. Do you have any connections to the state of Indiana?

7. What personal experiences or values have motivated you into considering an osteopathic medical education? (Max 300 words)

8. Explain your interest in attending MU-WCOM. (Max 300 words)

9. Please indicate any new information, changes or additions that were not included in your AACOMAS application (including but not limited to, education, employment, extracurricular activities, research, military service, academic warnings, conduct violations, and/or convictions). (Max 300 words)

10. Do/did you have an undergraduate pre-medical or health profession advisor?

11. I am eligible for an AACOMAS fee waiver and request one from MU-WCOM.

12. Please indicate how you first learned about MU-WCOM, providing specific details where appropriate

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1. Please describe any experience you have had working with underserved and/or rural populations. You may include healthcare-related experiences as well as volunteer work, community service, educational outreach, or any other relevant experiences. (300 words)

2. Can you describe a challenging situation you encountered during your academic or personal journey, and how you managed to overcome it? How did this experience shape your approach to adversity and resilience? (300 words)

3. In considering your medical career, elaborate on the practice settings or specialty that resonates with you. (300 words)

4. What personal experiences or values have motivated you into considering an osteopathic medical education. (300 words)

5. Could you share a specific example of a time when you demonstrated empathy and compassion towards someone in need, either within a healthcare setting or in your personal life? How did this experience influence your desire to pursue a career in medicine?” (300 words)

6. Explain your interest in attending MU-COM? (300 words)

1. Please share any other relevant information that you would like the MU-COM Admissions Committee to know about you.

2. Indicate any changes or additions that have occurred since submitting your AACOMAS application. (Including, but not limited to, education, employment, extracurricular activities, research, military service, academic warnings, conduct violations, and/or convictions.)

3. Are you interested in practicing medicine in Indiana? If yes, please describe your interest and reasons why. If no, please explain why not.

4. Describe your motivation for attending MU-COM and osteopathic medicine. Please be specific.

5. Please explain any gaps in education or employment longer than holidays and semester breaks.

6. In which area of medicine are you most interested in practicing and why (choose up to 3).