Previous Matriculation

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You have previously matriculated as a medical school student if you were officially enrolled and attended classes as a candidate for a medical school degree regardless of country (U.S. MD school, U.S. DO school, Caribbean school, or other foreign school). You will need to answer either Yes or No to the question about previous matriculation.

If you marked Yes that you previously matriculated to any medical school, you must provide the name of all medical schools to which you previously matriculated, the degree you sought, and why you are reapplying to medical school at this time. You will have 1,325 characters to briefly explain your previous matriculation.

Collecting this information is essential to the admissions process, as it helps medical schools better understand your academic journey and potential for success in medical school. Prior matriculation can offer insights into professional, academic, or personal growth experiences. Providing complete and accurate responses to this question is important and demonstrates your commitment to a thorough and thoughtful application process. All applicants should complete this section carefully and accurately.