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Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine at Belmont University

Nashville, TN

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Belmont University is committed to five ways of being: hope inspiring, character forming, future shaping, community engaging, bridge building. Choose one and detail how this way of being impacts your life and future practice. (2000 characters)

2000 characters2023-2024, 2024-2025Historical

As a new medical school, our early classes will play a vital role in creating a culture and will be called to thrive in a dynamic and evolving educational environment. Describe a time when you dealt with an ambiguous problem or project, any feedback you received, and what you learned about yourself. (2000 characters)

2000 characters2023-2024, 2024-2025Historical

At FCoM, our mission, vision, and values shape our purpose, set our aspirations, and inform our decisions. Please select which value you find most energizing and why. Discuss how this value has impacted your life. We love learning, Lead by serving, Live with integrity, Heal together in humility, and Welcome difference.

2000 characters2025-2026New

Our curriculum centers around a whole-person approach to healing in a community of service-learning, inspired by the love and grace of Christ. Discuss how your spiritual experiences, faith, or personal beliefs have influenced your life and your decision to pursue medicine as a career.

2000 characters2025-2026New

As a newer medical school, our students will help shape a new culture and build lasting community. Reflect on a time when you embraced ambiguity, sharing specific examples where you contributed to creating a culture of growth, collaboration, and adaptability.

2000 characters2025-2026New

Reapplicants only – Describe the changes to your application from previous cycles - include developments to your academics, experiences, and/or personal attributes.

2000 characters2024-2025, 2025-2026School Staple

We believe in building a culture of diversity and inclusion along with the dignity and worth of all people. What do you see as the opportunities and challenges of an increasingly diverse medical community and how are you prepared to flourish? (2000 characters)

2000 characters2023-2024, 2024-2025Historical