University of Arizona College of Medicine

The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson trains future physicians to provide high-quality and compassionate care, develops scientists focused on exciting discoveries, and nurtures undergraduate and graduate students interested the many professions in health care and the health sciences. Consistent with this mission, we strive to bring together individuals with a demonstrated commitment to serve as care providers, physician-scientists, clinical leaders, medical educators and public health experts. Applicants should exhibit qualities of altruism, academic excellence, leadership and dedication to becoming lifelong learners through research endeavors and academic development.” Please describe what draws you to our mission and the role(s) you see yourself playing in helping the College of Medicine – Tucson in achieving this mission. (Limit: 350 words)

As a healthcare provider, you will work with patients from a wide range of communities and varied lived experiences. Please describe your experience engaging with individuals from different perspectives and explain how you will apply the lessons learned from these experiences as a physician. (Limit: 350 words)

If you have applied to medical school before, please share what you have done since you last applied. (Limit: 350 words)

Describe a time when you were part of a team working toward a common goal. This experience can be within or outside of the healthcare field. What was your role on the team, how did you contribute to its success collaboration with your peers? Reflect on what this experience taught you about collaboration and how it has prepared you for a career in medicine. (Limit: 350 words)

Please describe a time in your life when you faced a significant personal challenge that wasn't related to academics. How did you handle this challenge, and how will the coping skills you’ve developed help you in medical school and beyond? (Limit: 350 words)