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NYU Grossman School of Medicine

New York, NY

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How many months of full-time research experience have you completed? When estimating this amount, you may convert part-time research into its full-time equivalent. For example, if you conducted part-time research for 1 year for ~50% of the time, this would equal 6 months of full-time research. Please do not include lab experiences associated with a course (e.g., organic chemistry course with lab).

No character/word limit2023-2024Historical

What area of research would you like to pursue in your graduate training? (200 words max)

200 words2023-2024Historical

Please describe your ideal career. (200 words max)

200 words2023-2024Historical

NYU Grossman School of Medicine allows all our students to accelerate their medical educational training. To guide our curricular efforts focusing on early career exploration for our students, please select up to three residency specialties currently of interest to you. Please note that your selections do not impact your admissions decision, they not binding, and you may select “Undecided” if you are unsure of your future career path.

No character/word limit2025-2026New

Answer one of the three of the following (limit 2500 characters):

2500 characters2023-2024Historical

The Admissions Committee evaluates a range of student qualities and life experiences that complement demonstrated academic excellence. What unique qualities do you possess that make you uniquely suited to become a physician or physician scientist? How have your individual lived experiences shaped your core values and desire to be a future leader in our profession? (2500 characters)

2500 characters2023-2024, 2024-2025, 2025-2026School Staple

The most meaningful achievements are often non-academic in nature. Describe the personal accomplishment that makes you most proud. Why is this important to you? (2500 characters)

2500 characters2022-2023, 2023-2024, 2024-2025, 2025-2026School Staple

The Admissions Committee uses a holistic approach to evaluate a wide range of student qualities and life experiences that are complementary to demonstrated academic excellence, strong interpersonal skills and leadership potential. What unique qualities or experiences do you possess that would contribute specifically to the NYU Grossman School of Medicine community?

2500 characters2022-2023Historical

The ultimate goal of our institution is to produce a population of physicians with a collective desire to improve health for all segments of our society through outstanding patient care, research and education. In this context, where do you see your future medical career and why? If your plans require that you complete a dual degree program, please elaborate here.

2500 characters2022-2023Historical

Conflicts arise daily from differences in perspectives, priorities, worldviews and traditions. How do you define respect? Describe a situation in which you found it challenging to remain respectful while facing differences? (2500 characters)

2500 characters2022-2023, 2023-2024, 2024-2025, 2025-2026School Staple

Describe a situation in which working with a colleague, family member or friend has been challenging. How did you approach the situation, and what did you gain from the experience that will benefit you as a future health care provider? (2500 characters)

2500 characters2022-2023, 2023-2024, 2025-2026School Staple

If you have taken any time off from your studies - before, during, or after college - please describe what you did during that time and your reasons for doing so.

No character/word limit2022-2023, 2023-2024, 2024-2025, 2025-2026School Staple

If applicable, please comment on significant fluctuations in your academic record.

No character/word limit2021-2022, 2022-2023, 2023-2024, 2024-2025, 2025-2026School Staple

Please upload your most recent CV, ensuring it includes up-to-date publications, abstracts, and presentations.

No character/word limit2024-2025, 2025-2026School Staple