Image Early Assurance Program Medical Student Education Admissions Campuses and Programs Lexington Campus Early Assurance Program Early Assurance Program to the UK College of Medicine - Lexington Campus In partnership with the UK Lewis Honors College and Kentucky State University, the University of Kentucky College of Medicine - Lexington Campus has developed Early Assurance Programs for academically excellent students who demonstrate the qualities of a competent and caring physician. The applicants must have an interest in ultimately studying and practicing in Kentucky. The Early Assurance Program is offered to students in the second semester of their sophomore year. Accepted students will receive assured admission to the University of Kentucky College of Medicine – Lexington campus upon successful completion of the program requirements and graduation from the university. Partner Institutions UK Lewis Honors College Kentucky State University Early Assurance Program Application APPLY HERE Application opens: November 1, 2022 Deadline: February 1, 2023 at 11:59pm EST Questions? For the UK Lewis Honors College EAP program, contact Britt Frye at britt.frye@uky.edu or (859) 323-7563 For the KSU EAP program, contact Dr. Suzette Polson at suzette.polson@kysu.edu Instructions for EAP Application Eligibility Criteria for EAP Application Eligibility Criteria for EAP Application Currently enrolled at one of the UK College of Medicine EAP partner universities and expected completion of four full-time semesters by the end of the spring semester. Anticipated college graduation within 3-4 additional full-time semesters. Five full-semester science courses, including but not limited to the disciplines of biology, chemistry, physics and/or mathematics and not including associated laboratory courses. Two semesters of humanities coursework, emphasizing written or spoken communication skills. Cumulative college overall or total GPA of at least 3.6. Cumulative college science (biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics) or total GPA of at least 3.6. Commitment to participate in all Early Assurance Program Activities. How to Apply How to Apply Click EAP Application to initiate your application. Please note: This application is designed to be completed in one sitting. To avoid the application form expiration due to an extended period of time, it is recommended to download the EAP Sample Application Form, draft the essays, and copy and paste your answers to the application form. As part of your application, you will be required to upload a PDF copy of your unofficial transcript. This can usually be downloaded from your institution’s student-hub webpage. You can also contact your campus Registrar to get a copy. Two faculty letters of recommendation. One must be a science-department faculty member who has taught you; the other must be a science or non-science faculty member who has taught you and can speak to your academic, professional, and personal attributes. Upon application submission, your references will receive an email with a specific link to upload their letters. Program Expectations Program Expectations Please click the hyperlink of your institution under the “Partner Institutions” section for information on the EAP program expectations and requirements. If your institution does not have an EAP webpage yet, please reach out to the contact person listed above. UK College of Medicine Application and Acceptance UK College of Medicine Application and Acceptance Please check UK College of Medicine application and acceptance page for information on the UK College of Medicine Medical School Early Assurance application criteria and timeline.
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