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Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University

Philadelphia, PA

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The Admissions Committee would like to know more about you. Katz seeks an engaged student body with a wide variety of backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and interests to enhance the medical school experience for everyone. Please use the space below to describe: what makes you unique as an applicant, an obstacle that you had to overcome, or how you will contribute to the Katz community.

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The Coronavirus pandemic has affected all of us. Please use this space to describe to us how you were impacted academically, personally or professionally by COVID-19. Note: 2,000 character limit per essay question, including spaces.

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What is the nature of your interest in the Lewis Katz School of Medicine?

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What are your plans for the current year - June 2025 until June 2026?

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Have you completed a pathway/pipeline program offered through Katz or another medical school? These types of pathway/pipeline programs include Diversity Scholars, STEP-UP, Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) or other similar programs sponsored by a medical school. Yes/No

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Tell us about your special interest in the campus you selected. ( 2 campuses, North Philadelphia or St. Luke's)

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