Dr. Sheila Chapman

Associate Professor

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Biography

Sheila E. Chapman, MD, is a Clinical Associate Professor at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, specializing in General Internal Medicine. She has extensive experience as a primary care provider and an addiction medicine practitioner within the CARE unit. Dr. Chapman plays a significant educational role, teaching medical students, residents, fellows, and faculty. Her contributions include developing and implementing programs like the Evans Student Scholars Program, aimed at supporting underrepresented groups in medicine, and the Willock Faculty Development Program. She is actively involved in diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the Department of Medicine, where she serves as Associate Chair. Dr. Chapman is committed to addressing health disparities and enhancing patient care experiences. She has received multiple awards for her service and contributions to medicine, including the Outstanding Citizenship Award from the Evans Department of Medicine. As a board-certified addiction medicine expert, her research focuses on health disparities, COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy, and diversity in healthcare. Dr. Chapman prioritizes a holistic approach to patient care and community engagement, consistently advocating for inclusive practices within the medical field.

Research Interests

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
Specialization Notes

Department of Law offers JD, LLM, and Master's in Study of Tax Law.

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
Verbal
Required:153
Verbal Percentile
Required:60
Quantitative
Required:160
Quantitative Percentile
Required:80
Analytical Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:4
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science; GRE is optional but average percentiles are 80% Quant and 60% Verbal.

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Master's degree preferred for some concentrations
Application Checklist
  • SOPHAS application
  • Statement of purpose
  • Three letters of reference
  • Resume/CV
  • Transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department of Health Policy and Health Services Research (within SPH). GRE scores are NOT required.