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Competitive Candidate Profile

Many prospective students ask, "What qualities are you looking for in a student?" This can be answered with another question, "What qualities do you look for in a health care provider?" Most people believe that a great health care provider is not only knowledgeable, but experienced, compassionate and a good communicator. These are the qualities we seek at Western University of Health Sciences.

A competitive candidate:

  • Is academically prepared to succeed in our rigorous professional programs.
  • Is well rounded with diverse educational and life experience backgrounds.
  • Has shown interest and involvement in the community.
  • Has knowledge of and/or experience in the field in which he/she hopes to practice.
  • Has excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Has a good understanding of both the profession and Western University.

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Last Updated:01/09/2008