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Quillen College of Medicine at East Tennessee State University

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Gaining admission to Quillen College of Medicine at East Tennessee State University is Moderately Competitive. Applicants typically have an average GPA of 3.78 and an average MCAT score of 512.

📊 STATISTICS

To summarize, listed below are the most important academic statistics for Quillen College of Medicine at East Tennessee State University applicants:

Average GPA: 3.78
Average MCAT: 512
Competitiveness: Moderately 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 Quillen College of Medicine at East Tennessee State University is below.

In-State Tuition: $39000
Out-of-State Tuition: $50000

For more information about tuition at Quillen College of Medicine at East Tennessee State University, visit the following link: https://www.etsu.edu/com/sa/comfinaid/links/studentbudget.php

😀 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 Quillen College of Medicine at East Tennessee State University below:

🏠 IN-STATE

In-State Friendliness: Very Friendly

🚗 OUT-OF-STATE

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

✈️ INTERNATIONAL

Accepts Canadian: No
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 Quillen College of Medicine at East Tennessee State University:

Quillen College of Medicine at East Tennessee State University Mission Statement:

he primary mission of the Quillen College of Medicine is to educate future physicians, especially those with an interest in primary care, to practice in underserved rural communities.

For more information on the mission statement for Quillen College of Medicine at East Tennessee State University, visit the following link: https://www.etsu.edu/com/aboutus/vision.php

🤷‍♂️ SITUATIONAL JUDGEMENT TESTS

Quillen College of Medicine at East Tennessee State University 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: November 15
Secondary Application Deadline: Nov 15
Secondary Application Deadline: $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: September
Interview Cycle End: March
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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 Quillen College of Medicine at East Tennessee State University 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

Physics recommended.

🧪 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

General chemistry, Organic chemistry and Biochemistry highly recommended.

🫀 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

General biology highly recommended.

🔍 HUMANITIES & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

Semester Hours:

Psychology, Sociology and Logic recommended.

✍️ ENGLISH/WRITING

Semester Hours:

Rhetoric and Communications recommended.

📈 MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS

Mathematics Semester Hours:

Statistics Semester Hours:

OTHER REQUIRED COURSES

OTHER RECOMMENDED COURSES

SOURCE: https://www.etsu.edu/com/admissions/requirements/academic-requirements.php

🎓 SPECIAL PROGRAMS

Many schools have dual-degree programs for motivated applicants. View the ones offered at Quillen College of Medicine at East Tennessee State University below:

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

MD+MPH (Public Health):

Yes

MD+MBA (Business, Healthcare Administration):

Yes

MD+JD (Law):

MD+MA (Master of Arts):

MD+MS (Master of Science):

📲 CONTACT INFORMATION

View contact information (phone and email) available to contact Quillen College of Medicine at East Tennessee State University below:

CONTACT #1

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E-mail

sacom@etsu.edu

Phone

CONTACT #2

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E-mail

Phone

📝 SECONDARY APPLICATION ESSAY PROMPTS

Below are the past secondary (supplemental) application essay prompts for Quillen College of Medicine at East Tennessee State University.

What makes you interested in Quillen? Discuss your perceptions on how attending Quillen would align with your future goals and your hopes for how it will shape you into the physician you want to become. (1500 characters)
Social justice, systemic racism, and equity for all have been at the forefront of national conversations. Quillen College of Medicine recognizes that many barriers still exist for persons of color and those from historically underrepresented communities. As a physician you will have opportunities to foster an environment of change for your patients and community. Please share with us your reflections on how your life experiences have impacted the development of your values and attitudes toward others, particularly those with backgrounds or values different from your own. (1500 characters)
Applicant choice. Please select only one of the following questions to answer. Be sure to indicate your choice by starting with the number associated with the question: (1500 characters)
a) There is no doubt that the level of stress brought on by medical schools can impact a student's mental health and emotional well-being. Discuss the ways you plan to manage your own health and well-being during medical school.
b) Describe an experience you have had during your life that has given you a unique understanding of human suffering and what did you learn from this experience?
c) Use this space to tell the committee anything else about yourself that you have not had the opportunity to present elsewhere in your application.

🙋‍♀️ INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

Below are common interview questions that you might encounter on your important day for Quillen College of Medicine at East Tennessee State University.

Who are you as a person?
Describe yourself using five adjectives.
What kind of physician do you aspire to be?
What are your interests outside of medicine?
How would you respond when a patient doesn't follow your advice?
Why did you choose a career in medicine?
What experiences have you had in the medical field?
How do you manage stress?
How do you handle stress as a father and husband?
Are there any fears or concerns you have about being a doctor?
Share an activity that showcases your dedication and commitment.
How do you understand and respect the values of others?
Why should we choose you for this medical school program?
Discuss your reasons for choosing Quillen College of Medicine.
Explain your journey to applying to medical school.
What motivated you to pursue a career in medicine?
Why do you want to practice medicine?
What do you see as the biggest difference between your generation and previous ones?
What are your thoughts on preventative medicine?
What activities do you enjoy outside of medicine?
Why do physicians experience higher rates of suicide and depression?
Why do you want to become a doctor?
Why are you interested in a specific medical specialty?
Share a mistake you have made and what you learned from it.
Can you tell me about your hobbies?
What do you think is a significant health issue today?
What sparked your interest in medicine? Tell me about your family.
How has your sorority experience impacted you?
What are the greatest problems in healthcare today?
What do you believe is the biggest issue facing rural health?
Why are you interested in rural medicine?
What do you believe is the biggest problem in healthcare?
Describe a challenge you faced and how you overcame it.
What are your expectations for a medical school program?
How will your research experience contribute to your medical career?
How will you balance medical school and your personal life?
How would you handle conflict among your peers in a medical setting?


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