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Gaining admission to University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine is Ultra Competitive. Applicants typically have an average GPA of 3.9 and an average MCAT score of 514.

📊 STATISTICS

To summarize, listed below are the most important academic statistics for University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine applicants:

Average GPA: 3.9

Average MCAT: 514

Competitiveness: Ultra Competitive

Note: Competitiveness is assessed based on the school's acceptance rate, average MCAT, and average GPA.

💸 TUITION

Affording medical school can be tough, often requiring students to take on significant loans. Information about the yearly tuition for University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine is below.

In-State Tuition: $20000

Out-of-State Tuition: $20000

For more information about tuition at University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine, visit the following link: https://mdprogram.med.ubc.ca/student-affairs/financial-support/cost-of-an-md-student/

😀 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 University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine below:

🏠 IN-STATE

In-State Friendliness: Very Friendly

🚗 OUT-OF-STATE

Accepts Out-of-State: Yes

Out-of-State Friendliness: Neutral

✈️ INTERNATIONAL

Accepts Canadian: Yes

Accepts International: No

International Friendliness: Not Friendly

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 University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine:

University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine Mission Statement:

Our vision is the focal point of our strategic plan. It’s about creating pathways to better health and well‑being in communities at home and around the world, for everyone—regardless of age, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, location, socioeconomic means or ability. As an internationally-leading Faculty of Medicine, we put people, patients, families and communities at the centre of our work. Our mission, health through knowledge and innovation, provides focus in our efforts to achieve this vision.

For more information on the mission statement for University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine, visit the following link: https://stratplan.med.ubc.ca/plan-foundations/vision-and-values/

🤷‍♂️ SITUATIONAL JUDGEMENT TESTS

University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine does not require the completion of either the CASPer® nor the AAMC PREview™ examinations.

CASPer®: No

AAMC PREview™: No

📅 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: September 15

Secondary Application Deadline: February 23

Secondary Application Deadline: $

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.

Below are some other helpful dates:

Interview Cycle Start: January

Interview Cycle End: February

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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 University of British Columbia Faculty of 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:

Lab?

Not Required

🧪 CHEMISTRY

GenChem = General Chemistry

OChem = Organic Chemistry

Biochem = Biochemistry

GenChem Semester Hours:

GenChem Lab?

Not Required

OChem Semester Hours:

OChem Lab?

Not Required

Biochem Semester Hours:

Biochem Lab?

Not Required

🫀 BIOLOGY

GenBio = General Biology

HL Bio = Higher Level Biology

GenBio Semester Hours:

GenBio Lab?

Not Required

HL Bio Semester Hours:

HL Bio Lab?

Not Required

🔍 HUMANITIES & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

Semester Hours:

✍️ ENGLISH/WRITING

Semester Hours:

📈 MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS

Mathematics Semester Hours:

Statistics Semester Hours:

OTHER REQUIRED COURSES

OTHER RECOMMENDED COURSES

SOURCE: NA

🎓 SPECIAL PROGRAMS

Many schools have dual-degree programs for motivated applicants. View the ones offered at University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine below:

MD+PhD (MSTP - Medical Scientist Training Program):

Yes

MD+MPH (Public Health):

MD+MBA (Business, Healthcare Administration):

MD+JD (Law):

MD+MA (Master of Arts):

MD+MS (Master of Science):

Yes

📲 CONTACT INFORMATION

View contact information (phone and email) available to contact University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine below:

CONTACT #1

Title

E-mail

admissions.md@ubc.ca

Phone

CONTACT #2

Title

E-mail

Phone

📝 SECONDARY APPLICATION ESSAY PROMPTS

Below are the past secondary (supplemental) application essay prompts for University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine.

🙋‍♀️ INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

Below are common interview questions that you might encounter on your important day for University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine.

What motivated your decision to volunteer with the organizations you selected?

Why are you more drawn to medicine than to other healthcare roles?

Describe a volunteer activity that left a profound impact on you.

In your opinion, what attributes define an effective leader?

Simplify your research project for us.

Provide an overview of your research without using medical jargon.

Reflect on your volunteering experiences and their relevance to your medical aspirations.

Have you encountered any challenges or setbacks in the healthcare setting?

How would you clarify a complicated medical concept to someone unfamiliar with the field?

Share an instance where you upheld the principles of honesty in a medical context.

Break down your research into terms easily understandable to the general public.

Discuss a societal challenge you're passionate about and your contributions to address it.

Can you describe your research as if you were explaining it to high schoolers?

What factors influenced your decision to venture into medicine over other professions?

Share a situation where you mediated a conflict and the insights you gained from it.

Do you think the medical system in BC requires enhancements? How would you implement them?

Share your thoughts on the US healthcare framework and its implications.

What attributes, in your view, characterize an exemplary physician? Can you provide an example of when you embodied these traits?

How would you approach a patient insisting on a specific medication?

Narrate an instance where you had to convey challenging news in a healthcare setting.

Which medical specialty aligns most with your aspirations and why?

Explain the construction of an object or topic you're well-versed in, like a skateboard.

Discuss a societal issue of significance in your region and your perspective on it.

How would you manage a scenario where a patient's kin wishes to withhold critical health information from them?

Can you simplify a concept from organic chemistry for us?

In a hypothetical situation where medical supplies are stolen from a remote clinic, how would you respond?

How do you define integrity, and can you recall a moment where it played a pivotal role in a decision?

What qualities, in your view, are indispensable for a physician?

What draws you specifically to the medical field?

List three essential qualities of a physician and provide instances where you demonstrated them.

What initiatives have you taken to support a marginalized group in your vicinity?

Describe a challenging situation involving disagreements and your resolution approach.

Outside of academics and medicine, what are your recreational pursuits?

Reflect on a dispute you've been a part of and the lessons it imparted.

Define integrity and cite a situation where you exemplified it.

Recount a recent disagreement you faced and your approach to resolving it.

Have you ever been bound by a confidentiality agreement? Why is it vital in medicine?

Share a non-academic experience that significantly influenced your personal growth.

Introduce yourself and elucidate your motivations to embark on a medical journey.

Translate your research conclusions into terms accessible to a layperson.

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