Texas Christian University - Secondary Essay Prompts

1 .The Burnett School of Medicine defines empathetic scholars with these eight traits: Compassion, Teachability, Altruism, Insight, Humility, Collaboration, Integrity, & Respect. a) Which trait do you think you embody most and how will that be valuable to patient care? b) Which trait might you need to improve upon? How will you improve in this area and how will this be of value in your role as a physician?

2 .Characteristics of an aspiring MD. Describe any personal qualities and/or lived experiences that add context to your application that shape who you are as an individual and aspiring healthcare leader.