Deadline: Application must be received by
(July 19, 2013)
The Medicina Scholars program was
established in 2005 to assist, guide and support Latino college students
interested in the medical profession. The program introduces students to the
field of medicine by enhancing their knowledge on the role of health care
professionals and the clinical aspects of medicine. The three-year curriculum
gives Latino undergraduate students a strong basis to succeed and become
competitive for admissions to medical school. Students partake in a series of
professional development/medical seminars that are geared towards expanding
their familiarity with the health field.
Eligibility
o Student must be
freshman or sophomore standing at an accredited university. Must possess a
genuine interest and drive to becoming a physician.
o U.S. Citizen or
Permanent Resident
o Conversational Spanish
o Minimum 2.75 (A=4.0)
GPA at an accredited college or High School (incoming freshman only)
o Minimum 19 ACT
Composite
Application Requirements
o Complete all sections
of the application
o Provide a copy of
official school transcripts
o Provide 1 letter of
recommendation from a faculty member, teacher or advisor
o Must submit a one to
two-page typed personal statement about your desire/motivation to become a
physician and what steps you will take to meet your educational endeavors
o
Formal interview by invitation only
Deadline:
Application must be received by (July 19, 2013)
Contact Information:
Alicia J.
RodrÃguez
Director of
Undergraduate Programming
808 S. Wood Street 990 CME (MC591)
Chicago, IL.
60612-7333
