University of Maryland - Secondary Essay Prompts

1 .How would you describe your cultural background?

2 .Describe here the reason why you are specifically interested in attending the University of Maryland School of Medicine.

3 .Have you previously met or attended/seen a presentation by a University of Maryland School of Medicine Admissions staff member at an open house, college fair, conference, school visit, etc.? If yes, please explain.

4 .Aside from summer and holiday breaks, have there been any pauses or delays in your education semesters between high school and college, during college, or after college? If yes, please explain.

5 .Please describe what you will be doing during the 2023-2024 academic year. If you graduated/will graduate in 2023, what are your plans for the coming year until you matriculate to medical school?

6 .If you’ve experienced academic challenges while in college and/or graduate or professional school, please describe and explain below. Please be sure to include withdrawals, incompletes, poor grades, etc.

7 .Briefly describe your most meaningful exposure to clinical medicine.

8 .Briefly describe your most satisfying experience related to community service.

9 .Without limiting the discussion to your own identity, please describe how you envision contributing to the values of equity and inclusivity at our School of Medicine, and in the medical profession.

10 .What does it mean to you to enter into a profession?