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University of Kentucky - Secondary Essay Prompts

Access our complete list of all Secondary Essay Prompts from University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY for the 2019-2024 admissions cycles.

1 .Why have you chosen to apply to the University of Kentucky College of Medicine?

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Chance
83%

2 .The University of Kentucky College of Medicine's (UKCOM) mission statement promotes a diverse and inclusive environment that provides excellence in education, equitable health care, and transformative research to improve the health and wellness of Kentuckians and beyond. Please describe how your past experiences or future plans contribute to enriching and enhancing the learning environment at UKCOM.

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83%

3 .If you are a non Kentucky resident, you are required to elaborate on your Kentucky ties if applicable (personal, familial e.g.)

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83%

4 .Your combination of life experiences make you uniquely you. Talk about one such experience and how it has helped you prepare to be a physician.

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Chance
33%

5 .Describe an experience or situation which made you feel grateful?

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Chance
99%

6 .Please share unique, personally important, and/or challenging facts in your life and/or work experiences. Please discuss how such factors have influenced your goals and preparation for a career in medicine.

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Chance
99%

7 .Describe a situation where you were not in the majority.

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Chance
83%

8 .Please indicate your campus choice. Please elaborate on why this is your preferred campus.

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Chance
83%