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Georgetown University School of Medicine

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Gaining admission to Georgetown University School of Medicine is Moderately Competitive. Applicants typically have an average GPA of 3.89 and an average MCAT score of 515.

Statistics

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

Average GPA:
3.89
Average MCAT:
515
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 Georgetown University School of Medicine is below.

In-State Tuition:
$69000
Out-of-State Tuition:
$69000

For more information about tuition at Georgetown University School of Medicine, visit the following link: https://som.georgetown.edu/CostofAttendance/

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 Georgetown 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:
No
Accepts International:
No
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 Georgetown University School of Medicine:

Georgetown University School of Medicine Mission Statement:
Guided by the Jesuit tradition of cura personalis, care of the whole person, Georgetown University School of Medicine will educate a diverse student body, in an integrated way, to become knowledgeable, ethical, skillful and compassionate physicians and biomedical scientists who are dedicated to the care of others and health needs of our society.

For more information on the mission statement for Georgetown University School of Medicine, visit the following link: https://som.georgetown.edu/mission-and-culture/our-mission/

Situational Judgement Tests

Georgetown 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 3
Secondary Application Deadline:
$130
Secondary Application Fee:
$130
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:
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 Georgetown 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:
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:
Biochem Lab?
Not Required

Biochemistry (lab not required) is recommended, and may replace a second semester of Organic Chemistry with lab. Physical Chemistry recommended.

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

Microbiology, cellular physiology, genetics, embryology all recommended.

HUMANITIES & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

Semester Hours:

Behavioral and social sciences and humanities recommended.

ENGLISH/WRITING

Semester Hours:

MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS

Mathematics Semester Hours:
3
Statistics Semester Hours:

Calculus is not required; Statistics is acceptable. Biostatistics recommended.

OTHER REQUIRED COURSES

OTHER RECOMMENDED COURSES

Computer Science, Quantitative Analysis recommended.

SOURCE: https://som.georgetown.edu/admissions/degrees-and-admissions/md/guide/

Special Programs

Many schools have dual-degree programs for motivated applicants. View the ones offered at Georgetown 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):
MD+MA (Master of Arts):
MD+MS (Master of Science):

Contact Information

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

CONTACT #1

Title:
E-mail:
medicaladmissions@georgetown.edu
Phone:

CONTACT #2

Title:
E-mail:
Phone:

Secondary Application Essay Prompts

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

Are you/will you be enrolled in any program during the 2023-2024 academic year?
Have you ever completed one of the following Georgetown Programs? (check all that apply): The Georgetown University Academy for Research, Clinical, and Health Equity Scholarship (ARCHES); Pedro Arrupe S.J. Scholarship for Peace (ARRUPE); Gateway Exploration Program (GEP); Georgetown Scholars Program (GSP); Georgetown University School of Medicine Summer Immersion Program (GUSOM SCS); Cultivating Opportunity & Realizing Excellence (CORE) Leadership Program; Graduated from Georgetown Experimental Medical Studies Program (GEMS); Graduated from Special Master's Program (SMP)
The Georgetown University School of Medicine (GUSOM) strives to ensure that its students become respectful physicians, with cultural humility, who embrace all dimensions of caring for the whole person. With our Jesuit values of Cura Personalis, People for Others, and Community in Diversity, we are steadfast in our commitment to racial justice and to addressing the health inequities exacerbated by the recent pandemic. Please describe how your values, life experiences, and your identity will contribute to these GUSOM priorities. (1000 Characters)
Is there any further information that you would like the Committee on Admissions to be aware of when reviewing your file that you were not able to notate in another section of this or the AMCAS Application? (1000 characters)
Why have you chosen to apply to the Georgetown University School of Medicine and how do you think your education at Georgetown will prepare you to become a physician for the future? (3000 characters)

Interview Questions

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

How do you plan to contribute to the medical community at Georgetown?
What do you see as one issue in healthcare that you care about?
What challenges do you expect to encounter as a physician?
How do you plan to make a difference in the field of medicine?
Can you tell me about your specific strengths and weaknesses?
Why did you choose your undergraduate institution and major?
Describe an issue in healthcare that you are passionate about and propose a solution.
What attracts you to the city of Washington, DC?
Discuss the qualities and responsibilities that a physician should have.
What are the biggest challenges in healthcare today, and how would you propose addressing them?
Can you describe your research experience?
Describe an event or person who significantly influenced your journey to medicine.
Why do you want to attend medical school in Washington, DC?
Explain your path to medicine.
Describe your extracurricular activities and their impact on your decision to pursue medicine.
What motivated you to become a physician rather than pursue another career?
How would you handle a situation where you gave a patient the wrong prescription?
Discuss an ethical dilemma you have faced.
Describe a challenging situation or failure you've experienced, and what you learned from it.
How do you handle stress, and what activities or practices help you manage it?
How do you plan to contribute to the diversity of your medical school community?
Can you explain the concept of holistic care and its importance in medicine?
What are your thoughts on healthcare reform and its impact on physicians?
Discuss your perspective on the current healthcare system.
Describe an impactful research or volunteer experience you've had.
How do you stay updated on current healthcare trends and advancements?
How would you address healthcare disparities in underserved communities?
How do you envision using technology in your future medical practice?
How do you approach team collaboration in a clinical or research setting?
Discuss a memorable patient interaction or clinical experience.
How do you ensure work-life balance during challenging academic or professional periods?
What role do ethics play in your personal and professional decision-making?
Describe a situation where you had to advocate for a patient or colleague.
How do you handle disagreements or conflicts in a professional setting?
What do you consider as the most rewarding and challenging aspects of a physician's role?
How do you approach lifelong learning in medicine?
What are your thoughts on the integration of alternative or complementary medicine in conventional healthcare practices?
How do you stay resilient in the face of adversity or setbacks?
Describe an innovative solution you've proposed or implemented in a professional or academic setting.
How do you ensure that you provide culturally competent care to diverse patient populations?