CME Vendor`s Apopreciation
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Washington University in St. Louis
School of Medicine (WUSM)
Medical
School
Admissions
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Presenter
Koong-Nah Chung, Ph.D.
Associate Dean for Medical Student Research
Director of the Office of Medical Student Research
Assistant Dean for Admissions
Instructor of Cell Biology and Physiology
Washington University School of Medicine
St. Louis, MO 63110
(314) 362-6844
[email protected]
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Topics
Introduction to WUSM and Curriculum
Admissions Process:
Qualities we seek
Pre-med preparation
Application process
Interviews
WUSM:
Characteristics of our students
Research opportunities
Scholarships
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Introduction and Curriculum
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Medical Training
M.D.
Residency
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Fellowship
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12
years
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WUSM’s Curriculum
First Year
Normal human biology: anatomy,
biochemistry, genetics, physiology
Second Year
Disease processes and mechanisms,
body responses and manifestations,
treatment
Third Year Core clinical rotations
Medicine
Surgery
Pediatrics
Fourth Year
Psychiatry
Neurology
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Electives
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Admissions: Qualities We Seek
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What are we looking for?
• Scholars
• Scientists
• Humanitarians
• Volunteers
• Creators
Art, music, literature
• Visionaries
• Leaders
• People of achievement
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Personal qualities
Caring, compassionate and empathetic
Dedicated to making the world a better place
Dedicated to service to others
Effective communicators
Energetic, enthusiastic and hard working
Genuine and honest
Humble
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Admissions: Pre-med Preparation
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Why do I want to go to medical school?
Passionate about a career in medicine
Dedicated to a career of helping patients
Interested in understanding the science
behind human diseases
Role models
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Factors considered in the review process
GPA
MCAT scores
Extracurricular activities
Recommendation letters
Personal essay
International applicants are welcome
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GPA and MCAT Scores of Matriculants
GPA
MCAT
National Average
3.6
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WUSM average
3.8
37
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Course Requirements
Courses - one year each:
Biology
Chemistry
Organic Chemistry/Biochemistry
Physics
Calculus/Statistics
Major in any field, excel in the sciences
Include courses that improve writing skills
90 credit hours
International students - study 2 yrs at a US college
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Extracurricular Activities
Demonstrate that applicants are compassionate,
well balanced and interesting
Choose a few activities that applicants are
passionate about and stick with them
Clinical exposure
Hobbies
Research
Volunteer
Work
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Admissions: Application Process
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Overview of Application Process
Apply to AMCAS
Complete On-line Secondary Application
Interview 20%
MD only Pathway
MD/PhD Pathway
Accepted
Not accepted
Wait List
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Web Information
Washington University School of Medicine
http://medschool.wustl.edu/admissions/
2012-2013 Medical School Admission Requirements
(MSAR) book from AAMC
https://www.aamc.org/msar
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How to Apply
Apply early
American Medical College Application Service
(AMCAS) electronic application
http://www.aamc.org/students/amcas/
WUSM’s on-line secondary application
https://wumsapply.wustl.edu/
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Admissions: Interviews
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Prepare for the Interview
Practice speaking in front of strangers
Applicants should know:
Why they are pursuing medicine
Major issues in medicine today
Their long term goals
Applicants should familiarize themselves with:
Their medical school applications
Mission statements of medical schools
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Why do I want to go to medical school?
Passionate about a career in medicine
Dedicated to a career of helping patients
Interested in understanding the science
behind human diseases
Role models
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Factors Considered in the Interview
Professional and friendly
Communication skills – listening skills
Motivation – medicine is their calling
Maturity
Compassion
Interests
Emotional stability
Subjective overall impression – humble
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WUSM:
Characteristics of Our Students
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WUSM Selection – 2011
121
1,126
4,045
43,776
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Acceptance Rates – 2011
National accepts:
45% accepted to
a medical school
WUSM accepts:
8% accepted
WUSM interviewees:
90% accepted
to a medical
school
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WUSM 2011 First Year Class
N = 121
M:F = 64:57
1940:
10% women
1970:
30% women
2000:
50% women
Origins
States
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Foreign countries
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Colleges
64
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WUSM 2011 First Year Class
N = 121
M:F = 64:57
Features
MSTP
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URM
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Credentials
GPA range
3.42 – 4.0
MCAT range
28 - 44
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WUSM: Research Opportunities
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Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP)
Applicants must be passionate about research
Combined MD/PhD
Basic Science Training - 18-24 months
Thesis Research - 30-? months
Clinical Training - 12-24 months
Average time to completion – 7.5 years
International students are eligible
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MSTP Program Benefits
Full tuition remission for both PhD and MD
phases of training
Health and Disability Insurance
Stipend of $27,000 per year to cover living
expenses
NIH encourages and supports MSTP graduates
with research funding
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Total
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99
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Number of Students
Medical Students in Summer Research
(Non-MSTP)
120
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0
Year
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Merit Scholarships
20 MD scholarships
Academic excellence
Distinguished personal achievements
Excellent communication skills
Strong leadership skills
Awarded without regard to financial need
25 MSTP scholarships
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Summary
We are interested in academically talented,
compassionate, well rounded applicants with
strong communication skills
Pursue your talents and passions
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