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Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Paul L. Foster School of Medicine

Motivation and Fit

  • 1. Describe why you are interested in applying to our school, located on the US/Mexico border, in light of our mission. (300 words or less)


    2024-2025
  • 2. The mission of the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso Paul L. Foster School of Medicine is to provide an outstanding education and development opportunities for a diverse group of students, residents, faculty, and staff; advance knowledge through innovation and research; and serve the needs of our socially and culturally diverse communities and region. Recognizing the components of this mission and the fact that PLFSOM is located on the US/Mexico border, please describe your reasons for applying to our school.


    2020-2021 2021-2022 2022-2023 2023-2024 2024-2025
  • 3. The mission of the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center-Paul L. Foster School of Medicine is to provide an outstanding education and development opportunities for a diverse group of students, residents, faculty, and staff; advance knowledge through innovation and research; and serve the needs of our socially and culturally diverse communities and regions. Recognizing the components of this mission and the fact that PLFSOM is located on the US/Mexico border, please describe your reasons for applying to our school.


    2018-2019 2019-2020
  • 4. The mission of the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center – Paul L. Foster School of Medicine is to provide an outstanding education and development opportunities for a diverse group of students, residents, faculty, and staff; advance knowledge through innovation and research; and serve the needs of our socially and culturally diverse communities and regions. Recognizing the components of this mission and the fact that PLFSOM is located on the US/Mexico border, please describe your reasons for applying to our school.


    2015-2016

Personal Attributes and Characteristics

  • 1. Describe past experiences or personal attributes that reflect your affinity with the Foster SOM student honor code. (300 words or less)


    2024-2025
  • 2. The Foster SOM student honor code states, "In my capacity as a Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso School of Medicine medical student, I will uphold the dignity of the medical profession. I will, to the best of my ability, avoid actions that might result in harm to my patients. I will protect the dignity of my patients and the deceased, and I will safeguard their confidential information in accordance with the prevailing standards of medical practice. I will not lie, cheat, or steal. I will engage in professional relationships with my colleagues, teachers, and other health care professionals in a manner that is respectful and reflective of the high standards and expectations of my profession. I will not tolerate violations of this Code by others and will report such violations to the appropriate authorities." Please describe past experiences or personal attributes that demonstrate your alignment with this honor code.


    2024-2025
  • 3. The Foster SOM student honor code states: "In my capacity as a Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso School of Medicine medical student, I will uphold the dignity of the medical profession. I will, to the best of my ability, avoid actions that might result in harm to my patients. I will protect the dignity of my patients and the deceased, and will safeguard their confidential information in accordance with the prevailing standards of medical practice. I will not lie, cheat, or steal. I will engage in professional relationships with my colleagues, teachers, and other health care professionals in a manner that is respectful and reflective of the high standards and expectations of my profession. I will not tolerate violations of this Code by others and will report such violations to the appropriate authorities." Please describe past experiences or personal attributes that demonstrate your alignment with this honor code.


    2020-2021 2023-2024
  • 4. The Foster SOM student honor code states, "In my capacity as a Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso School of Medicine medical student, I will uphold the dignity of the medical profession. I will, to the best of my ability, avoid actions that might result in harm to my patients. I will protect the dignity of my patients and the deceased and will safeguard their confidential information in accordance with the prevailing standards of medical practice. I will not lie, cheat, or steal. I will engage in professional relationships with my colleagues, teachers, and other health care professionals in a manner that is respectful and reflective of the high standards and expectations of my profession. I will not tolerate violations of this Code by others and will report such violations to the appropriate authorities." Please describe past experiences or personal attributes that demonstrate your alignment with this honor code.


    2022-2023
  • 5. The Foster SOM student honor code states: "In my capacity as a Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso School of Medicine medical student, I will uphold the dignity of the medical profession. I will, to the best of my ability, avoid actions that might result in harm to my patients. I will protect the dignity of my patients and the deceased, and I will safeguard their confidential information in accordance with the prevailing standards of medical practice. I will not lie, cheat, or steal. I will engage in professional relationships with my colleagues, teachers, and other health care professionals in a manner that is respectful and reflective of the high standards and expectations of my profession. I will not tolerate violations of this Code by others and will report such violations to the appropriate authorities." Please describe past experiences or personal attributes that demonstrate your alignment with this honor code.


    2021-2022
  • 6. The TTUHSC medical student honor code states, "In my capacity as a Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine medical student, I will uphold the dignity of the medical profession. I will, to the best of my ability, avoid actions that might result in harm to my patients. I will protect the dignity of my patients and the deceased, and will safeguard their confidential information in accordance with the prevailing standards of medical practice. I will not lie, cheat, or steal. I will engage in professional relationships with my colleagues, teachers, and other health care professionals in a manner that is respectful and reflective of the high standards and expectations of my profession. I will not tolerate violations of this Code by others and will report such violations to the appropriate authorities." Please briefly describe past experiences or personal attributes that demonstrate your alignment with this honor code.


    2018-2019 2019-2020
  • 7. The TTUSHC medical student honor code states, "In my capacity as a Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine medical student, I will uphold the dignity of the medical profession. I will, to the best of my ability, avoid actions that might result in harm to my patients. I will protect the dignity of my patients and the deceased, and I will safeguard their confidential information in accordance with the prevailing standards of medical practice. I will not lie, cheat, or steal. I will engage in professional relationships with my colleagues, teachers, and other health care professionals in a manner that is respectful and reflective of the high standards and expectations of my profession. I will not tolerate violations of this Code by others and will report such violations to the appropriate authorities." Please briefly describe past experiences or personal attributes that demonstrate your alignment with this honor code.


    2015-2016
  • 8. The TTUSHC medical student honor code states: "In my capacity as a Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine medical student, I will uphold the dignity of the medical profession. I will, to the best of my ability, avoid actions that might result in harm to my patients. I will protect the dignity of my patients and the deceased, and I will safeguard their confidential information in accordance with the prevailing standards of medical practice. I will not lie, cheat, or steal. I will engage in professional relationships with my colleagues, teachers, and other health care professionals in a manner that is respectful and reflective of the high standards and expectations of my profession. I will not tolerate violations of this Code by others and will report such violations to the appropriate authorities."


    2015-2016
  • 9. Please briefly describe past experiences or personal attributes that demonstrate your affinity with this honor code.


    2015-2016

Other

  • 1. Describe any unique personal experiences or disadvantages and their significance in your pursuit of a medical degree. (300 words or less)


    2024-2025
  • 2. 2022-2023 Texas Tech El Paso (Foster) Secondary Essay Prompts: (unchanged from the previous year)


    2022-2023
  • 3. "Same as the previous year (see 2015-2016)."


    2015-2016

Personal Experiences and Challenges

  • 1. Please describe any unique personal experiences or disadvantages (educational, financial, or otherwise) and their significance to you in your pursuit of a medical degree.


    2020-2021 2021-2022 2022-2023 2023-2024 2024-2025
  • 2. Please describe how a parent, guardian, friend, relative, or mentor has influenced your aspirations to obtain a medical degree. If this does not apply to you, please indicate that.


    2019-2020
  • 3. Please describe any personal experiences or disadvantages (educational, financial, or otherwise) and their significance to you in your pursuit of a medical degree. If this does not apply to you, please indicate so.


    2018-2019 2019-2020
  • 4. Please describe how a parent, guardian, friend, relative, or mentor has influenced your aspirations to obtain a medical degree. If this does not apply to you, please indicate so.


    2015-2016 2018-2019
  • 5. Please describe any personal experiences or disadvantages (educational, financial, or otherwise) and their significance to you in your pursuit of a medical degree. If this does not apply to you, please indicate that.


    2015-2016