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This study assessed health professional students\u2019 knowledge, attitudes, motivations, concerns, and consent preferences using an anonymous electronic survey distributed across nine health professional programs at Eastern Virginia Medical School at Old Dominion University. Participants were categorized as clinically-focused (CF) or research-focused (RF), and responses were analyzed using Pearson\u2019s chi-square and Fisher\u2019s exact tests (\u03b1 = 0.05). A total of 115 students participated. Most reported awareness of biobanks (CF: 68.13% vs. RF: 70.83%) and biospecimen donation. Fewer than one-third were aware of their institution\u2019s biorepository. Altruism was the primary motivation for participation in biobanking, with nearly 80% of students valuing benefits to future patients and over 95% prioritizing scientific advancement. A substantial proportion of students expressed uncertainty regarding participation. Key concerns included data security, third-party access, and potential specimen misuse. No clear consensus emerged regarding consent preferences. Overall, students demonstrated positive attitudes but also notable knowledge gaps, limited institutional awareness, and concerns related to data governance and transparency. 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