At Indiana University School of Medicine, we want students who have a true passion for medicine. What appeals to you most about working in the medical field?
Indiana University School of Medicine has an acceptance rate of 6.1%, showing discernment when accepting students to their program. On the IU School of Medicine website, they explain they seek applicants who are committed to training for a collaborative career in medicine and are passionate about patient care. The school is proud of its students and boasts how they are helping develop compassionate healthcare professionals who are committed to improving health in the state of Indiana and beyond.
The interviewers want to see that if chosen, you are going to medical school for the right reasons and genuinely desire to work in the medical field. Describe what appeals to you most about working as a physician, showing enthusiasm and passion in your response. However, be wary of answering like many applicants will, which is to help people or save lives. While this may be a driving factor, you will not save every life you encounter. Even if this is your driving force, word your response in a way that will make you stand out from other candidates.
"There are several factors that drive my passion for a career in medicine. If I had to pinpoint one main driver to becoming a physician, it is to develop personal, lifelong connections with my patients and their families. I feel it will be a great honor to be trusted by my patients to ensure they experience the best health and well-being. My goal is to become a pediatrician. I look forward to helping guide my patients from birth into adulthood and educating parents to understand how to keep their children healthy. I also feel it will be an intellectual challenge to work with young patients who cannot verbalize what is bothering them. There are many aspects to my future career that I am passionate about, and I am ready to further my education and training with Indiana University School of Medicine."
