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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine

Chapel Hill, NC

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8 prompts in the archive

Tell us about a peer who is deserving of recognition but whose accomplishments may not be acknowledged adequately. Why do you think their accomplishments have gone relatively unacknowledged? (250 words)

250 words2022-2023Historical

Tell us about a time when you observed or personally experienced biased behavior. What did you do to address this situation or what would you do in the future? Through either situation we are interested in what you learned. (250 words)

250 words2022-2023Historical

Please share your thoughts and experiences with navigating the COVID-19 pandemic. This could include the barriers you have faced in applying to medical school, creative ways you have overcome those barriers, feelings of grief and loss, thoughts on the role of health care professionals, challenges associated with racial health inequities, or other reflections on living through a global pandemic crisis. (250 words)

250 words2022-2023Historical

What motivates you to apply to the UNC School of Medicine? (250 words)

250 words2022-2023, 2023-2024, 2024-2025, 2025-2026School Staple

Reapplicant Prompt: What has changed about you as a candidate since your last application to medical school? What has made you a stronger applicant? (200 words)

200 words2022-2023Historical

Describe an experience where you attempted a task and realized during the process that you were not ready for it. How did this experience impact your approach to trying new things? (250 words)

250 words2023-2024, 2024-2025, 2025-2026School Staple

How will your life experiences foster a positive educational environment and benefit your future patients? (250 words)

250 words2022-2023, 2023-2024, 2024-2025, 2025-2026School Staple

Discuss your involvement in a service activity that has impacted your understanding of healthcare and your desire to pursue a career in medicine. (250 words)

250 words2023-2024, 2024-2025, 2025-2026School Staple