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Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine

Cleveland, OH Class Size: 220
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Gaining admission to Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine is Very Competitive. Applicants typically have an average GPA of 3.90 and an average MCAT score of 519.

Statistics

To summarize, listed below are the most important academic statistics for Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine applicants:

Average GPA:
3.90
Average MCAT:
519
Competitiveness:
Very 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 Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine is below.

In-State Tuition:
$69712
Out-of-State Tuition:
$69712

For more information about tuition at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, visit the following link: https://case.edu/medicine/students/financial-aid/cost-attendance

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 Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine below:

IN-STATE

In-State Friendliness:
Neutral

OUT-OF-STATE

Accepts Out-of-State:
Yes
Out-of-State Friendliness:
Very Friendly

INTERNATIONAL

Accepts Canadian:
Yes
Accepts International:
Yes
International Friendliness:
Very 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 Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine:

Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine Mission Statement:
The School's mission is three-fold: providing excellence in medical education through our unique curriculum, advancing discoveries from our laboratories to patients, and improving the health of our community.Strategic Vision Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine is the intellectual glue for health education and research faculty across Cleveland’s academic medical centers—Cleveland Clinic, Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center, MetroHealth System and University Hospitals—coordinating a network of transdisciplinary effort that touches myriad diseases and cultural backgrounds. Our Mission To improve global health by linking research to populations in a superb educational environment. Approach We utilize an extraordinary consortium of medical school faculty across all Cleveland medical institutions to create integrated teams of experts to educate our trainees, link disciplines to discover the mysteries and treatment of serious diseases, and understand and eliminate health inequities in Cleveland and across the world. Our mission guides us to provide excellence in medical education through our unique curriculum, advance discoveries from our laboratories to patients and improve the health of our community.

For more information on the mission statement for Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, visit the following link: https://case.edu/medicine/about

Situational Judgement Tests

Case Western Reserve University School 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:
November 1
Secondary Application Deadline:
Dec 17
Secondary Application Fee:
$100
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:
August
Interview Cycle End:
Feb
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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 Case Western Reserve University School 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:
8
GenChem Lab?
Required
OChem Semester Hours:
4
OChem Lab?
Required
Biochem Semester Hours:
3
Biochem Lab?
Not Required

"One quarter of biochemistry is acceptable to meet the biochemistry requirement, however, a second quarter is recommended in preparation for the MCAT and to have a solid foundation for our curriculum."

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:
3

"This can also be fulfilled with other expository writing courses in the humanities. Science courses with extensive writing components can also fulfill this requirement."

MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS

Mathematics Semester Hours:
Statistics Semester Hours:

OTHER REQUIRED COURSES

OTHER RECOMMENDED COURSES

SOURCE: https://case.edu/medicine/md/admission/admission-requirements

Special Programs

Many schools have dual-degree programs for motivated applicants. View the ones offered at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine below:

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

Contact Information

View contact information (phone and email) available to contact Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine below:

CONTACT #1

Title:
E-mail:
casemed-admissions@case.edu
Phone:

CONTACT #2

Title:
E-mail:
Phone:

Secondary Application Essay Prompts

Below are the past secondary (supplemental) application essay prompts for Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine.

Greatest Challenge Essay: The admissions committee is interested in gaining more insight into you as a person. Please describe a significant personal challenge you have faced, one which you feel has helped to shape you as a person. Examples may include a moral or ethical dilemma, a situation of personal adversity, or a hurdle in your life that you worked hard to overcome. Please include how you got through the experience and what you learned about yourself as a result. (2,000 character limit)
Based on your current maturity and wisdom, reflect upon an experience from the past few years that you would handle differently today. (1,000 character limit)
Gap Year(s) if applicable: If you are taking time off between college graduation and medical school matriculation, please tell us why you made this decision and what you will be doing or have done during this gap time. (1,000 character limit)

Interview Questions

Below are common interview questions that you might encounter on your important day for Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine.

Talk about a volunteer or community service experience that has had a meaningful impact on you.
Why do you want to become a doctor?
How do you cope with failure or setbacks?
Describe a challenging situation you have faced and how you dealt with it.
What experiences have you had that have helped prepare you for a career in medicine?
How do you plan to maintain a work-life balance as a physician?
Discuss a time when you had to work under pressure and how you handled it.
What do you think is the most pressing health issue in your community and how would you address it as a doctor?
Describe a time when you had to show empathy and compassion towards someone in need.
Tell me about yourself.
How do you manage your time and prioritize tasks?
Describe a time when you had to work in a team to achieve a common goal.
Discuss a time when you had to adapt to a new and unfamiliar environment.
How do you plan to balance your personal life with the demands of a medical career?
How do you stay up-to-date with advancements in medical research and technology?
Discuss an ethical dilemma you have faced and how you resolved it.
Talk about a personal experience with a physician that influenced your decision to pursue a medical career.
What steps have you taken to develop strong communication skills?
Discuss a book, article, or research paper related to medicine that you found interesting.
Why medicine?
Describe your understanding of the importance of cultural competency in healthcare.
What do you think are the biggest challenges facing the healthcare system today?
What do you see as the role of a doctor in society?
Describe a time when you had to collaborate with individuals from different professional backgrounds.
Discuss a time when you had to overcome a difficult obstacle, and how it shaped your character and resilience.
What specialty or field of medicine are you most interested in pursuing and why?
Tell me about a time when you advocated for someone in need.
What do you think is the most significant advancement in medicine in recent years and how has it impacted patient care?
How do you envision using your medical education to positively impact society?
Describe a situation where you were able to demonstrate leadership skills.
How do you handle conflicts or disagreements within a team?
How do you plan to contribute to medical research or advancements in the field?
Discuss a time when you had to make a difficult decision and explain your thought process behind it.
How do you plan to stay motivated and resilient throughout the demanding journey of medical school and beyond?
What experiences have you had that helped shape your understanding of healthcare disparities?
How do you ensure effective communication with patients from diverse backgrounds?
Tell me about a time when you used critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address a difficult situation.
How do you ensure patient confidentiality and maintain ethical boundaries?
How do you handle stress?
What qualities do you think are important for a doctor to possess?