How do I apply for admissions?
What are the other requirements for admissions? All matriculants to the M.D. program must have obtained at least a baccalaureate level degree. The MCAT (within the last 3 years) is also required unless you entered via the MEDStart Program or the direct from high school pathway through the College of Arts and Sciences or Bioengineering. Additional pre-matriculation requirements include submisson of final official transcripts from all undergraduate, graduate and professional schools you have attended with degrees posted (if applicable). Successful completion and review of a criminal records check is also required. Students must meet the Minimal Technical Standards for admissions. You will also be required to submit the Pre-Matriculation Health Requirement Form, and if claiming Ohio residency, the Residency Status for Subsidy and Tuition Surcharge Form.
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Do I have to major in Pre-Med?
Although the majority of accepted students are science majors, we have accepted students with non-science majors such as history, music, and education.
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Is everyone sent a Secondary Application?
No. All applicants go through a preliminary screening based on the strength of their academic record. If that criterion is met the secondary application is sent and letters of recommendation are requested.
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How do I pay for my medical education?
Student loans are available to assist students in meeting the cost of education. Eligible students can also participate in the federally funded college work-study program.
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When do I receive financial aid information?
Financial aid packets are sent to accepted students in February. If you have been accepted into our medical school after February, you will receive your packet soon after you have been formally admitted into the medical school.
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How do I apply for scholarships?
Scholarships are awarded by the College of Medicine scholarship committee based upon the criteria established for each scholarship. If you meet the criterion required, you will be automatically considered. Applications for the David Hamilton Ryerson Memorial Scholarship will be send to all accepted students in June.
How do you handle the scores of students taking the MCAT in January?
The Admissions Office will consider the January MCAT score of applicants for the medical school class that would matriculate in August of that year. However, this is highly discouraged as our interview season concludes in March and there is no guarantee that we would have your scores in time for interview consideration.