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Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine

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Gaining admission to Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine is Moderately Competitive. Applicants typically have an average GPA of 3.50 and an average MCAT score of 500.

Statistics

To summarize, listed below are the most important academic statistics for Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine applicants:

Average GPA:
3.50
Average MCAT:
500
Competitiveness:
Moderately Competitive
Note: Competitiveness is assessed based on the school's acceptance rate, average MCAT, and average GPA.
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Tuition

Affording medical school can be tough, often requiring students to take on significant loans. Information about the yearly tuition for Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine is below.

In-State Tuition:
$NaN
Out-of-State Tuition:
$NaN

For more information about tuition at Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine, visit the following link: https://arcom.achehealth.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/04/2023-2024-DO-Cost-of-Attendance.pdf

Friendliness

Some schools prefer in-state candidates, while others are more receptive to out-of-state or international applicants. View our school "friendliness" scores for Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine below:

IN-STATE

In-State Friendliness:
Neutral

OUT-OF-STATE

Accepts Out-of-State:
Yes
Out-of-State Friendliness:
Neutral

INTERNATIONAL

Accepts Canadian:
No
Accepts International:
No
International Friendliness:
Neutral

Note: Most schools will be labelled "Neutral" for In-State Friendlines because they don't have a strong bias for in-state applicants compared to out-of-state applicants. In other words, we believe these schools view In-State and Out-State applicants more or less equally. Schools labelled as "Out-of-State Friendly / Very Friendly" have a high proportion of their class filled with Out-of-State applicants.

Mission Statement

It is always important to read and understand a medical school's mission statement before applying. Often, you will find out what the medical school stands for, and if you fit in with the general "vibe" of the medical school. However, being honest, most medical schools have the same run-of-the-mill mission statement as everybody else. Anyways, you can be the judge. Below you can find the mission statement for Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine:

Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine Mission Statement:
OUR MISSION To educate and train compassionate osteopathic physicians, skilled in the science of patient-centered osteopathic medical care, dedicated to the ethical and social principles of the osteopathic profession, committed to lifelong learning, and focused on service to the underserved. This mission will be accomplished at the undergraduate and graduate medical education levels through excellence in teaching, research, service, and scholarly activity.

For more information on the mission statement for Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine, visit the following link: https://arcom.achehealth.edu/#

Situational Judgement Tests

Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine does not require the completion of either the CASPer® nor the AAMC PREview™ examinations.

CASPer®:
Yes
AAMC PREview™:
No
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Dates, Deadlines, and Fees

Throughout your application cycle, there are many dates to be cognizant of in order to ensure the successful completion of your application.

Primary Application Deadline:
Secondary Application Deadline:
NA
Secondary Application Fee:
$50
Note: The primary application deadline refers to when your primary application (i.e., the initial AMCAS/AACOMAS/TMDSAS application) needs to be completed. Please be aware that there are processing times associated with primary applications—for instance, there can be a several week processing time associated with verifying your acadmic transcripts when initially submitting the AMCAS application. Upon receipt of the primary application, most schools will then shortly send you a secondary application with targeted essay questions relevant to the specific school.

The secondary application deadline is the final day for all your application materials to be together, which includes submitting the secondary essays, all letters of recommendation, all test scores, etc. Sometimes, schools may have earlier deadlines for letters of recommendation. However, note that for the vast majority of schools it is best to submit your secondary application as soon as possible: within 2 weeks of receiving the secondary application is a good rule-of-thumb.

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Interview Cycle Start:
NA
Interview Cycle End:
NA
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Prerequisite Courses

Most schools have a list of prerequisite courses that you need to have completed before matriculating. View information provided for Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine below:

Interpreting Semester Hours
Typically,
3 Semester Hours = A single semester-long course = 1 or 2 quarters
4 Semester Hours = A single semester-long course + associated lab unit
6 Semester Hours = Two semester-long courses = 3 quarters
8 Semester Hours = Two semester-long courses + two associated lab units

PHYSICS

Semester Hours:
8
Lab?
Required

CHEMISTRY

GenChem = General Chemistry

OChem = Organic Chemistry

Biochem = Biochemistry

GenChem Semester Hours:
8
GenChem Lab?
Required
OChem Semester Hours:
8
OChem Lab?
Required
Biochem Semester Hours:
3
Biochem Lab?
Not Required

BIOLOGY

GenBio = General Biology

HL Bio = Higher Level Biology

GenBio Semester Hours:
8
GenBio Lab?
Required
HL Bio Semester Hours:
HL Bio Lab?
Not Required

HUMANITIES & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

Semester Hours:

ENGLISH/WRITING

Semester Hours:
6

MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS

Mathematics Semester Hours:
Statistics Semester Hours:

OTHER REQUIRED COURSES

Additional Science Electives: 4 semester hours

OTHER RECOMMENDED COURSES

Recommended courses include humanities such as literature, philosophy or theology; communication skills such as speech, debate, or drama; additional science courses such as genetics, human physiology, human anatomy, immunology, epidemiology, etc.

SOURCE: https://arcom.achehealth.edu/admissions/admissions-requirements/

Special Programs

Many schools have dual-degree programs for motivated applicants. View the ones offered at Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine below:

MD+PhD (MSTP - Medical Scientist Training Program):
MD+MPH (Public Health):
MD+MBA (Business, Healthcare Administration):
MD+JD (Law):
MD+MA (Master of Arts):
MD+MS (Master of Science):

Contact Information

View contact information (phone and email) available to contact Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine below:

CONTACT #1

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CONTACT #2

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Secondary Application Essay Prompts

Below are the past secondary (supplemental) application essay prompts for Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine.

List any significant volunteer, community service and/or mission experiences you have had that is not listed on your AACOMAS application. Provide the organization name, hours/week, duration of experience, as well as a brief description of your duties.
Please tell us about any healthcare experiences you have had that are not listed on your AACOMAS application. Provide organization name, hours/week, duration of experience, and a brief description of your duties.
How do you plan to fulfill the ARCOM Mission in your practice as a physician?
What challenges do you expect to personally face most in the next 10 years as a healthcare professional?
How do you expect to overcome these challenges?
Describe an experience where you interacted with a person or people from a different background than you (ability, religion, gender, race, age, socioeconomic status, citizenship/ nationality, sexual orientation).
How did that interaction impact your mindset of the role of a physician?
If you are in a difficult basic science class and feel you are not fully grasping the information given in lecture, how would you alter your study habits or techniques to better understand the material and complete the course successfully?
What is a recent book you read that impacted the way you think about today's world?
Please explain how this book impacted the way you think about today's world.
How did you hear about ARCOM? (No limit)

Interview Questions

Below are common interview questions that you might encounter on your important day for Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Why did you choose to apply to ARCOM?
What makes you interested in the Fort Smith area and how do you see yourself fitting into the community?
Why are you specifically interested in osteopathic medicine?
How would you handle a situation where a close friend in medical school cheated on an exam?
Have you had any encounters with individuals from different cultures or countries? Please describe.
How do you foresee medical school impacting your relationships with friends, family, and partners?
How do you plan on balancing your personal life and responsibilities as a physician?
If you caught a classmate cheating, what would you do?
How do you handle stress and prevent burnout?
What is your biggest regret and what have you learned from it?
What are some ways you decompress and relax throughout the week?
How have you demonstrated a commitment to service within your community?
What would you do if you did not get accepted into medical school this cycle?
(If applicable) How do you feel about being a non-traditional student and potentially being surrounded by younger classmates?
How do you know that medicine is the right path for you and why do you want to spend your life practicing it?
Do you have any clinical experience? If so, please describe.
What challenges do you anticipate facing as a medical student and how will you overcome them?
What attributes about yourself, if any, would you like to change?
What impact do you believe government-funded healthcare would have on the medical community and its accessibility?
Are you willing to stay and practice in Arkansas after completing your residency?
What do you do to destress and relax outside of medical school?
What is your greatest weakness and your greatest strength?
Tell me about yourself and your journey to becoming a physician.
What was your greatest failure and how did you overcome it?
What type of community do you wish to work with as a physician?
How do you contribute to a team and what leadership experiences have you had?
How would you convince us that you can handle the academic rigors of medical school?
Do you think government-funded healthcare is a right for all Americans? How would it impact the medical community?
If you could change one aspect of yourself, what would it be and why?
How will moving to Arkansas affect your relationships with friends and family?
How do you handle ethical challenges and what is your stance on cheating?
Describe a time when you encountered a difficult coworker or colleague. How did you handle the situation?
What are your study habits and how do you manage your time effectively?
Would you be prepared to work with people and communities of different backgrounds? How would you overcome cultural gaps?
If accepted into multiple medical schools, why would you choose ARCOM over others?
What are your favorite movies and why?
Why are you interested in pursuing a career in medicine?
Why do you want to be a physician and how do you plan on making a difference in the future?