McGovern (Houston) - Secondary Essay Prompts

1 .Please discuss one of the following: 1) A challenging situation or obstacle you have faced in the past 2) Any academic road bumps in your academic career (low academic performance, failing course, dropping/retaking of courses) Why was it challenging? How did you handle it? Knowing what you know now, would you do anything differently? What did you learn?

2 .Describe a time or situation where you have been unsuccessful or failed. What did you learn from this experience and how have you applied this learning to your work and/or life?

3 .From what you understand about the rigors of medical school, what do you think will be the biggest challenge for you? How do you think you are prepared for these challenges?

4 .What hesitations or reservations, if any, do you have about joining the medical profession?