⚖️Ethics Question — Pick a Real Dilemma: Avoid surface-level dilemmas. Choose one with genuine tension — informed consent, access vs. quality, professional relationships, academic integrity. Show nuanced thinking and a clear resolution.
🏆Success Definition — Be Personal: Penn wants to understand your values as a future professional. Don't give the obvious answer. Explore patient outcomes, personal fulfillment, impact on community, or contribution to the profession.
🎯Why Penn — Be Specific: Research Penn's unique programs, clinics, and faculty. Mention specific curriculum features, community outreach efforts, or research opportunities that align with your goals. Avoid generic answers that could apply to any school.
📅Submit Early: Most schools review secondaries on a rolling basis. Submitting within 2 weeks of receiving your secondary significantly improves your interview chances.