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University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine

Iowa City, IA

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Describe a personal characteristic, challenge, or experience that makes you unique. How will this influence your contribution to a dynamic healthcare system that advocates for all peoples? (1500 characters)

1500 characters2023-2024, 2024-2025, 2025-2026School Staple

Please list and briefly describe all medically related experiences (paid/volunteer) you have completed during the past 5 years. Do NOT forecast future hours. Please include experiences listed on your AMCAS and also provide any additional experiences NOT listed on your AMCAS. (15 entries, 175 characters each)

15 entries, 175 characters each2021-2022, 2022-2023, 2023-2024, 2024-2025, 2025-2026School Staple

If you are a reapplicant to the Carver College of Medicine, how have you strengthened your application? (1500 characters)

1500 characters2021-2022, 2022-2023, 2023-2024, 2024-2025, 2025-2026School Staple

If you are not currently in a degree-seeking program, please indicate what you will be doing from the time you complete this secondary application to the start of medical school. (1500 characters)

1500 characters2021-2022, 2022-2023, 2023-2024, 2024-2025, 2025-2026School Staple

We understand you may be applying to multiple medical schools. Please explain your reasons for applying to the Carver College of Medicine. (1500 characters)

1500 characters2021-2022, 2022-2023, 2023-2024, 2024-2025, 2025-2026School Staple

Describe any unique personal characteristics or obstacles you may have overcome that will influence your contribution to a diverse healthcare system. (1500 characters)

1500 characters2021-2022, 2022-2023Historical