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University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (Rochester, NY)

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Program Overview

University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (Rochester, NY)

Secondary Deadline

November 15, 2026

Secondary Fee

$100

FAP Waiver

Yes

Casper Required

Screens Applications

Yes

Accepts Application Updates

Yes

Mission

The University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry is dedicated to training future physicians who excel and become leaders in their profession. This goal is met by fostering the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors of the physician/scientist/humanist by combining cutting-edge, evidence-based medical science with the relationship-centered art that is Rochester medicine’s distinctive trademark.

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. If you previously applied to medical school, briefly describe any experiences you have been part of since your previous application. (200 words)

2. Community involvement is a pillar of medical education at the University of Rochester. Describe a community you identify with, how you are involved in it, and how you will be involved in communities we serve at the University of Rochester School of Medicine. (200 words)

2025-2026

Application Cycle

All questions have a 250-word limit.

1. If you previously applied to medical school, briefly describe any experiences you have been part of since your previous application. (200 words)

2024-2025

Application Cycle

All questions have a 250-word limit.

1. Please briefly describe your research interests, and describe how the opportunities at the University of Rochester fit with your goals for graduate training. Please include names of up to five investigators whose research programs interest you. (no word limit)

2. Same essay as MD: Involvement in community is one of the pillars of the University of Rochester School of Medicine education. Tell us about a community you identify with and how you are involved with it. (200 words)

Reapplicants: If you previously applied to medical school, briefly describe any experiences you have been part of since your previous application. (Max 200 words)

2023-2024

Application Cycle

All questions have a 250-word limit.

1. (Optional) Please share any challenges and/or special circumstances that impacted your application. (200 words)

2. If you previously applied to medical school, briefly describe any experiences you have been part of since your previous application. (200 words)

3. Tell us about a community you identify with and how you’re involved with it? (200 words)

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