Graduate Program in Health Administration & Policy (Gphap)

Graduate Program in Health Administration & Policy (Gphap)

GRADUATE PROGRAM IN HEALTH ADMINISTRATION & POLICY (GPHAP)

GLOBAL HEALTH CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION DUE DATE: February 14, 2014

The Graduate Program in Health Administration and Policy (GPHAP) has two tracks – one that focuses primarily on the U.S. Health Care System, and one that focuses primarily on global health. Global health in this context refers to health care in low and middle-income countries. This application is for Pritzker School of Medicine students applying to participate in GPHAP on the Global Health Track. Students on both tracks will be considered part of the same GPHAP class/cohort. With completion of this program, students receive a Certificate in Health Administration and Policy with a Concentration in Global Health.

Section I. Personal Information

Date: ______

Name:

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Mailing Address:

Telephone:

Email:

Section II. University of Chicago Affiliation

Please note: Students accepted to the Graduate Program in Health Administration and Policy must first be admitted to one of the participating professional schools: Booth School of Business, Harris School of Public Policy Studies, Law School, Pritzker School of Medicine, or School of Social Service Administration.

This application is for students enrolled in the Pritzker School of Medicine.

Student I.D. # ______

Expected graduation year:______quarter:______

Section III. Academic Background

Please list or attach student transcript(s):

University Degree MajorDates of Enrollment

Honors:

Professional Background and Experience (Please list or attach resume):

Please detail your professional experience, particularly any health care experience. Also include information about promotions or other professional honors.

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Personal Statement:

On separate sheets of paper, please write an essay explaining why you would like to be admitted to the Graduate Program in Health Administration and Policy. Discuss your personal experiences, beliefs, and interests, as well as your previous training and education, and indicate why you wish to pursue a career in health care. Describe how the Program’s curriculum will help you achieve your goals. Also indicate which health care settings and/or professional positions interest you the most. If you are applying for the Global Health track, please discuss your interest in global health. This essay is crucial to the admission process, and should be 2-3 pages long.

Contact Information:

Please mail or E-mail this form, along with supporting materials, to Laura Botwinick, Director, Graduate Program in Health Administration and Policy, at Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF documents are acceptable. Applications are due by February 14, 2014.

Mailing address:Physical Location:

969 E. 60th Street6011 S. Ingleside

Chicago, IL 60637Chicago, IL 60637

Phone:773-702-1324

Website:

E-mail:

Section IV. Brown Fellowship Application (optional)

The Ray E. Brown Fellowship aims to identify and support exceptional students who are committed to the health care field and wish to pursue the Graduate Program in Health Administration and Policy while at the University of Chicago. In addition to attracting talented students to the program, the Brown Fellowship provides the opportunity for students to develop leadership skills and fosters interdisciplinary experiences through projects and activities associated with the fellowship.

One incoming student from Pritzker will be selected to receive a $5,000 fellowship to be distributed over three years with payments made in the second, third and fourth years of medical school.

Brown Fellows are expected to complete the requirements of GPHAP as well as participate in the following leadership activities:

  • Act as a GPHAP student representative from their respective schools by communicating needs and interests of students to GPHAP faculty and staff, and by speaking with prospective students as needed.
  • Attend GPHAP events and encourage others to do so to promote networking and cohesion among GPHAP students.
  • Work with other Brown Fellows to plan and coordinate three GPHAP events that advance the understanding of health care issues on campus and promote the interdisciplinary aspects of the program.

Application

To apply for the Brown Fellowship, students must submit a completed GPHAP application. In addition to the GPHAP application, Brown Fellow candidates must provide the following information:

  • Copy of student’s undergraduate transcripts.
  • One page letter of recommendation from a former supervisor or colleague in a health related position.
  • Personal statement regarding student’s leadership qualities and experience.

Please note: If you are not applying for the Brown Fellowship, we do not need your transcripts or a letter of recommendation. The transcripts, letter of recommendation, and second personal statement on leadership are required only for those who are applying for the Brown Fellowship.

Applications will be reviewed by the GPHAP Faculty Committee and GPHAP Director, and evaluated according to the following criteria:

  • Commitment and passion to the healthcare field.
  • Good academic standing.
  • Understanding of the value of interdisciplinary and collaborative approaches.
  • Ability and willingness to take a student leadership role in the program.
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