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Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (Erie)

Erie, PA Class Size: 182
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Gaining admission to Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (Erie) is Moderately Competitive. Applicants typically have an average GPA of 3.74 and an average MCAT score of 505.

Statistics

To summarize, listed below are the most important academic statistics for Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (Erie) applicants:

Average GPA:
3.74
Average MCAT:
505
Competitiveness:
Moderately 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 Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (Erie) is below.

In-State Tuition:
$38,685
Out-of-State Tuition:
$38,685

For more information about tuition at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (Erie), visit the following link: https://lecom.edu/college-of-osteopathic-medicine/com-tuition-and-fees/com-erie-tuition/

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 Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (Erie) below:

IN-STATE

In-State Friendliness:
Neutral

OUT-OF-STATE

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

INTERNATIONAL

Accepts Canadian:
No
Accepts International:
No
International Friendliness:
Neutral

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 Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (Erie):

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (Erie) Mission Statement:
The mission of the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine is to prepare students to become osteopathic physicians, pharmacy practitioners, dentists, and podiatric physicians through programs of excellence in education, research, clinical care, and community service to enhance the quality of life through improved health for all humanity. Serving as a guiding light and cornerstone in medical education and true to the core principles of its founders, the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine has expanded its reach to include exceptional programs in graduate studies designed to provide scholars superlative education in the respective areas of study. The professional programs are dedicated to serve all students through innovative curriculum and the development of postdoctoral education and interprofessional experiences.

For more information on the mission statement for Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (Erie), visit the following link: https://lecom.edu/about/mission/#:~:text=The%20mission%20of%20the%20Lake%20Erie%20College%20of,of%20life%20through%20improved%20health%20for%20all%20humanity.

Situational Judgement Tests

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (Erie) 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:
Secondary Application Deadline:
April 1
Secondary Application Fee:
$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:
NA
Interview Cycle End:
NA
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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 Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (Erie) 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:
4
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:
0
Biochem Lab?
Not Required

Biochemistry may be substituted for Organic Chemistry II

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

The requirement may be fulfilled by a combination of general biology, zoology and botany.

HUMANITIES & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

Semester Hours:
6

ENGLISH/WRITING

Semester Hours:
6

MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS

Mathematics Semester Hours:
Statistics Semester Hours:

OTHER REQUIRED COURSES

OTHER RECOMMENDED COURSES

SOURCE: https://lecom.edu/college-of-osteopathic-medicine/com-entrance-requirements/

Special Programs

Many schools have dual-degree programs for motivated applicants. View the ones offered at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (Erie) below:

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

Contact Information

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Secondary Application Essay Prompts

Below are the past secondary (supplemental) application essay prompts for Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (Erie).

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Interview Questions

Below are common interview questions that you might encounter on your important day for Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (Erie).

What was the most difficult class you took and how did you overcome it?
Discuss your background, clinical experiences, and a fun fact about yourself.
If you had a promise to work at a summer camp, and your friends asked you to attend a medical mission trip instead, which would you choose and why?
Describe a situation that allowed you to become a better osteopathic physician.
Why are you interested in medicine and why specifically osteopathic medicine?
Should doctors have casual Fridays?
Explain how you plan to use your LECOM education in the future.
Why do you believe you are a better candidate than other applicants?
What do you anticipate will be the most challenging part of medical school and being a physician?
Describe a challenging aspect of medicine and how you would handle it.
Describe a scenario where a group had to discuss and make decisions about prescribing medications to a patient.
What is your spirit animal?
What was your proudest accomplishment?
Share something that your friends would be surprised to know about you.
How would you handle it if you noticed a classmate not wearing proper attire?
Share a challenging time and how you resolved it.
If you caught someone cheating, how would you react?
Explain any gaps in your application, if applicable.
Tell me about a time you encountered unprofessional behavior and how you reacted.
If there was one spot left at our school, why should we give it to you?
Who is A.T. Still?
Describe a conflict you had and how you resolved it.
What inspired you to pursue osteopathic medicine?
Give an example of a difficult challenge you overcame.
Describe a challenging time you experienced while working at a specific place..
Why did you choose to pursue medicine?
What qualities do you possess that would make you a good physician?
Discuss your experience as a scribe and share the most interesting thing you witnessed.
Should medicine take a multicultural approach or is there a one-size-fits-all approach?
What is a mistake you made and what did you learn from it?
Where do you see yourself in 10-15 years?
Give a brief introduction of yourself, including your name, school, hobbies, experiences, and something interesting not on your application.
What do you think is the cause of the obesity epidemic?
Where do you see yourself in 5 years if you do not get accepted to medical school?
How do you handle a mistake made by a group member in a project?
How would you handle a non-compliant patient?