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West Virginia University School of Medicine (Morgantown, WV)

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Program Overview

West Virginia University School of Medicine (Morgantown, WV)

Secondary Deadline

December 1, 2026

Secondary Fee

$100

FAP Waiver

Yes

Casper Required

Screens Applications

Yes

Accepts Application Updates

Yes

Mission

The West Virginia University School of Medicine is a connected community of students, teachers, staff, practitioners and researchers who value health and wellness. We support a culture of purpose, accountability, honesty and gratitude that prepares our learners to be resilient and confident as they care for people, conduct research and transform live

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Vision

Describe one of your experiences that will provide evidence to the Committee on Admissions that you will be able to contribute to the culture of collaboration at the WVU SOM

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Values

Describe a time when you worked closely and successfully with another person who had a background different from your own.

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Application Cycles

2026-2027

Application Cycle

All questions have a 250-word limit.

WVU has asked applicants not to post this year’s secondary questions on public sites.

2025-2026

Application Cycle

All questions have a 250-word limit.

WVU has asked applicants not to post this year’s secondary questions on public sites.

2024-2025

Application Cycle

All questions have a 250-word limit.

1. Why do you want to attend WVU SoM? How did you first hear about WVU SoM, and why do you feel you would be a good fit? 150

2. Describe a time when you advocated for someone, other than a relative or friend, who had a different background from your own. 150

3. How do you see yourself serving the state of West Virgina if accepted? 150

4. Which one of the AAMC Interpersonal or Intrapersonal Core Competencies is your strongest, and why? How will this competency enhance your ability to be an outstanding physician? 150

5. What would be the six-word title of your memoir? You are allowed only six words here. You may have the opportunity to explain your answer if you are invited for an interview.

2023-2024

Application Cycle

All questions have a 250-word limit.

1. Why do you want to attend WVU SoM? How did you first hear about WVU SoM, and why do you feel you would be a good fit?

2. Describe a time when you worked closely and successfully with another person who had a background different from your own.

3. How do you see yourself serving the state of West Virgina if accepted?

4. Which one of the AAMC Interpersonal or Intrapersonal Core Competencies is your strongest, and why? How will this competency enhance your ability to be an outstanding physician?

5. What is your life motto, and why?

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