Fall 2019 application decisions will begin to be sent out 1/4/2019. Please monitor your e-mail for a response.
The Early Medical School Acceptance Program (EMSAP) is an undergraduate and medical school educational program that provides highly qualified students an enriched undergraduate experience in preparation for medical, dental, or optometry school. EMSAP provides a path to medical/dental/optometry school that offers undergraduate students maximum flexibility in exploring the humanities, neurosciences, social sciences, or any other major.
Only the two accelerated 7-year (3+4) BA/MD programs and BA/DVM program provisionally accept students when they enter Caldwell University. For Rutgers University New Jersey Medical School, applicants must have at least a 3.5 GPA and be in the top 10% of their high school class. Brown University Program in Liberal Medical Education. Brown University offers an eight-year combined undergraduate/graduate program, and is the only early decision medical program in the Ivy League. Like Northwestern, Brown offers a comprehensive educational approach with a wealth of enrichment activities. The Honors Program in Medical Education (HPME) at Northwestern is a seven year BA/MD program. Our program is for exceptional, focused and dedicated students who want to become leaders in medicine, while also exploring a variety of experiences. The application process for seven year medical programs is significantly more difficult than a normal undergraduate program, but the reward is considerable – guaranteed acceptance to medical school and finishing a year early (saving valuable time and money). These programs are not for everyone.
New Jersey Medical School at Rutgers University: 7 YEAR PROGRAM: Applicants must have at least a 3.5 GPA and be in the top 10% of their high school class. Their M/CR SAT scores must be at least 1400 (if taken before March 2016, at least 1450 if taken after). Students must indicate their interest when they apply to Caldwell University. The Resumed Undergraduate Education Program The College Admission Office, Box 1876 Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island 02912 or call (401) 863-2378. Requirements for Baccalaureate Degrees Baccalaureate Degree Programs. At Brown, two baccalaureate degrees are awarded—the Bachelor of Arts (A.B.) and the Bachelor of Science (Sc.B.).
EMSAP is not an accelerated BS/MD program; it expects students to spend four years at UAB as an undergraduate and an additional four years in medical, dental, or optometry school. Applicants can only apply for EMSAP as seniors in high school.
After successful completion of program requirements and graduation from an undergraduate program, the program assures highly motivated undergraduates admission to the UAB School of Medicine, UAB School of Dentistry, or UAB School of Optometry.
Students applying for EMSAP should note that it is their responsibility to submit all materials by midnight on December 17th, including teacher recommendation letters. We suggest that you check, well in advance, with the persons writing your letters to ensure their submission.
Along with the basic Common Application essay, the Ivy League schools require supplemental essay responses. These additional essays help these elite schools gain a deeper understanding of you as an applicant. They are your opportunity to explain how the school is a good match for you and how you can enhance the college community. These schools want to know what is important to you and how they fit into your goals for the future.
When addressing each prompt, it is essential to consider the overall character and focus of the school in relationship to your personal objectives. Visit the school website, read about their educational mission, and think about how the school supports your interests. Did you know that an impressive 100% of Brown faculty teach undergraduates? As the first Ivy League school to accept students from all religious affiliations, Brown is known for its openness. It is also renowned for its innovative approach to education and outstanding research. Brown is committed to undergraduate autonomy and the process of free inquiry. For students this means that while a framework of specific departmental concentration requirements guides you, you must take responsibility as an “architect of your courses of study.” Take a close look at the distinctive Brown Curriculum on the school’s website. Imagine what it might be like to have this level of control over the content of your studies.
Brown University Supplemental Essay Prompts:
Brown University Supplemental Essay #1
Why are you drawn to the area(s) of study you indicated earlier in this application? (You may share with us a skill or concept that you found challenging and rewarding to learn, or any experiences beyond course work that may have broadened your interest.)(250-word limit)
Begin by discussing the subject areas you are interested in studying. Then discuss what specifically attracts you to explore these areas. You can include examples from previous coursework, volunteer experience, personal research, or any other factors that influence your interests. How you respond to this question demonstrates your potential to succeed in Brown’s independent academic framework. Don’t panic if you are truly undecided. This is a great opportunity to reflect on how you approach learning and discuss which subjects engage you. As you explain the scholarly topics you are passionate about, you are providing a context for your interests and offering insight into how you navigate and process your world.
Brown University Supplemental Essay #2
What do you hope to experience at Brown through the Open Curriculum, and what do you hope to contribute to the Brown community?(250-word limit)
This question is slightly different this year with an additional 50 words added to the limit (this is up from the 150 limit in 2016 and 200 limit in 2017). Do not underestimate the impact of this response—it is a direct and powerful question. In short, why the Brown Curriculum and why Brown in particular? This is your opportunity to convey how the college fits with you now and potentially in the future. If you did your research, you will be able to identify what you find most exciting about Brown. Share your enthusiasm here! How and why does the Brown Curriculum appeal to you? What attracts you to this approach and what might you gain through the process? What are your thoughts about its educational approach?
Consider how the Brown Open Curriculum complements your learning style. Think about why you are attending college and how Brown supports your goals. Is it relevant to you that 80% of Brown students go on to graduate or professional school? Are you planning to go on to graduate studies? What specifically draws you to Brown that you cannot find anywhere else? The second portion of this prompt asks you to discuss how you can contribute to the intellectual and social community at the school. As you engage with the community at Brown, how might you in turn also enhance that community?
Brown University Supplemental Essay #3
Tell us about the place, or places, you call home. These can be physical places where you have lived, or a community or group that is important to you.(250-word limit)
This question is slightly different from 2017 and the word limit has more than doubled (increased by 150 words!) which, indicates an emphasis on the importance of understanding your “place” within a community context. This prompt allows you to share your geographical, cultural and/or social landscape. Take a moment to ponder what this reflects about how you view yourself in relation to others. You can discus a single place or several places that are significant to you. In addition to describing the place/home/community, you must focus on the influence it had on you. Your response to this question helps to provide a rich context for your life experience. Are there specific cultural or religious ties? Is it a diverse or homogeneous community? Consider why you feel comfortable there and what role you play. Most importantly, why is this place/home/community an essential part of who you are and possibly who you hope to become—how has it shaped you?
Accelerated Medical Programs
Note: If you are interested in Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Geology, Mathematics or Physics, you must complete additional Science/Engineering statements. Likewise, if you are applying to the 8-year Program in Liberal Medical Education (PLME) or the 5-year Brown/RISD Dual Degree Program (BRDD), you must also complete additional special programs statements.
There are a lot of numbers to take into account. Brown has a highly competitive applicant pool. It received 35,438 undergraduate applications for the class of 2022. Only 2,566 or 7.2% were offered admission and more than 96% of the students admitted were in the top 10% of their high school class. Your essays make you more than the sum of your numbers.
Don’t panic. The best approach is to stay relaxed and focused. Keep in mind, while adhering to the designated word limits, your goal is to distinguish yourself from your peers by sharing your personal examples, anecdotes, and perspectives. In short, by providing sincere insight into what makes you unique and a good match for Brown! Be sure to allow yourself appropriate time to reflect on your educational goals and to convey your most compelling self to the admissions committee through your essay responses.
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