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Duke University School of Medicine

Durham, NC Class Size: 125
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Gaining admission to Duke University School of Medicine is Ultra Competitive. Applicants typically have an average GPA of 3.92 and an average MCAT score of 520.

Statistics

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

Average GPA:
3.92
Average MCAT:
520
Competitiveness:
Ultra 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 Duke University School of Medicine is below.

In-State Tuition:
$72757
Out-of-State Tuition:
$72757

For more information about tuition at Duke University School of Medicine, visit the following link: https://medschool.duke.edu/education/health-professions-education-programs/doctor-medicine-md-program/financial-aid-doctor

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 Duke 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:
Neutral

Very limited internationals accepted in previous years

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 Duke University School of Medicine:

Duke University School of Medicine Mission Statement:
Excellence in education, research, patient care, and community partnership, Respect for and inclusion of people from all backgrounds, Commitment to service, solving real-world problems, Sense of urgency in transforming discoveries into improved human health, Professionalism and integrity demonstrated in all aspects of performance and effort

For more information on the mission statement for Duke University School of Medicine, visit the following link: https://medschool.duke.edu/about-school

Situational Judgement Tests

Duke 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:
October 16
Secondary Application Deadline:
Nov 15
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:
September
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 Duke 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

Not needed, but recommended (lab optional)

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

Biochemistry not needed, but recommended (lab optional)

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

Not needed, but recommended (lab optional)

HUMANITIES & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

Semester Hours:

Not needed, but recommended

ENGLISH/WRITING

Semester Hours:

Not needed, but recommended

MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS

Mathematics Semester Hours:
Statistics Semester Hours:

Not needed, but recommended

OTHER REQUIRED COURSES

OTHER RECOMMENDED COURSES

SOURCE: https://medschool.duke.edu/education/health-professions-education-programs/doctor-medicine-md-program/admissions/admissions-1

Special Programs

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

MD+PhD (MSTP - Medical Scientist Training Program):
Yes
MD+MPH (Public Health):
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 Duke University School of Medicine below:

CONTACT #1

Title:
E-mail:
medadm@dm.duke.edu
Phone:

CONTACT #2

Title:
E-mail:
Phone:

Secondary Application Essay Prompts

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

Tell us Who You Are: Share with us your story. This is your opportunity to allow us to know how you wish to be addressed, recognized and treated. (500 words)
Working with Others: Trust and rapport are essential in your day-to-day interactions with people. How do you cultivate a relationship with a person who may be very different from you? (400 words)
Advocacy: Describe a situation in which you chose to advocate for someone who was different from you or for a cause or idea that was different from yours. Define your view of advocacy. What risks, if any, might be associated with your choice to be an advocate? (400 words)
Coping with Disappointment: Not achieving a goal or one’s desire can sometimes be disheartening. What have you discovered from your setbacks and disappointments and how does this translate to your current way of thinking? (400 words)
Leadership: What do you value most as a leader and as a contributor? What attributes do you possess as a leader and as a team member and how do you apply them on a daily basis? (400 words)
Critical Thinking: Critical thinking involves a number of characteristics. Research experience enhances critical analysis skills. Describe any research experience or similar experience in which you utilized critical thinking. How will critical thinking be important in your future career? (400 words)
Understanding the Need for Healthcare Changes: Potential sources of health inequities exist. Duke’s Moments to Movement (M2M) is a collective stand to address these issues. Discuss your experience with disparities in health, health care and society. (400 words)
COVID-19 Implications: How has the COVID-19 pandemic influenced your journey to medical school? Have these events changed your outlook on medicine’s role in society? (400 words)
Further Information: Please let us know of any additional information that you would like us to consider while reviewing your application

Interview Questions

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

Where are you from?
What would you do if you had an hour of free time?
How did you like your college?
What do you regret most in life?
If you were the President's advisor, what suggestions would you make to fix the healthcare system?
Where do you see yourself in 10 years after your residency?
If you could change one thing about America to make it a better place, what would it be?
Where do you see yourself in 15 years?
How would your friends describe your greatest weakness?
What unique qualities will you contribute to our medical school?
Can you tell me about yourself? Why Duke?
How would your friends describe you?
Why specifically do you want to attend Duke?
Have you read any good books lately?
Can you discuss an ethical dilemma you or someone you know has faced?
If you could have dinner with anyone, living or dead, who would you choose and what would you talk about?
What are your thoughts on drug testing medical students?
Why Duke? What do you do in your free time?
Can you tell me about your latest research project?
Can you discuss your research experience?
Can you discuss the ethical dilemma you mentioned in your secondary application?
What do you think is the biggest challenge facing the US healthcare system in the next decade?
What are the strengths and weaknesses of the healthcare system?
Why do you want to be a physician?
Do you have any concerns about attending Duke or pursuing medicine?
How do you reconcile poverty and healthcare?
What do you envision your legacy to be?
Do you enjoy cooking?
How do you want the admissions committee to perceive you?
What do you do for fun?
How would you handle an ethical scenario involving an elderly woman with congestive heart failure and kidney failure refusing dialysis?
What would you do in your community to address the current problems with the healthcare system?
Define humanism.
Can you provide more details about your secondary essays?
Do you have any questions for me?