The Profile for Success (PFS) program is a six week residential program.

Program Dates for 2013:

May 20 - June 28

THE 2013 APPLICATION CYCLE IS CLOSED.

Please Note: The application needs to be typed.  To assist you, this document can be filled out electronically.

Download PFS Pre-Dental Application

For further information about the pre-medical program and application, please visit their website at http://www.med.umich.edu/medschool/diversity/pfs.htm

To be considered complete, an application packet must include the following:

• A 2-3 paragraph essay explaining how you qualify for PFS.  Any documents that can support this statement.
   
• A list of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Math, English, Sociology, and Psychology course(s) you have completed and/or in which you are currently enrolled.
   
• An essay (500 word minimum) addressing the questions below:
  • What exposure have you had to the field of dentistry and how has this influenced you?
  • What are your goals as a health professional?
  • How would you describe yourself?  How would others describe you?
  • Explain why you want to participate in this program and why we should select you as a participant.
  • What unique skills, qualities, or life experiences would you bring to a health profession?
     
• A current resume or curriculum vitae (CV)
   
• Three letters of recommendation.  Two letters should be from science instructors/professors, and the third can be from an individual of your choice.
   
• Official college transcripts from each institution you have attended.

Applications must be postmarked by February 4, 2013.

Application packets, transcripts, and recommendations should be sent to the addresses below:

FOR DENTAL PROGRAM:
Profile for Success
Pre-Dental Program Coordinator
University of Michigan School of Dentistry
Office of Multicultural Affairs & Recruitment Initiatives
Dental Building Room G226
1011 N. University
Ann Arbor, MI  48109-1078

OR

FOR MEDICAL PROGRAM:
The Diversity & Career Development Office
University of Michigan Medical School
1135 Catherine
2919C Taubman Medical Library
Ann Arbor, MI  48109-0603