University of Maryland - Secondary Essay Prompts

1 .Please share any relevant characteristic about your background and/or experiences not already described in AMCAS you feel may positively impact how you practice medicine in the future. (Optional)

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

3 .Please describe what you will be doing during the 2025-2026 academic year. If you gradauted/will graduate in 2025, what are your plans for the coming year until you matriculate to medical school?

4 . 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. (Optional)

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

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

7 .How does our School of Medicine mission, vision, and values align with your vision for your future career as a physician?

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