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Gaining admission to Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine is Moderately Competitive. Applicants typically have an average GPA of 3.5 and an average MCAT score of 504.

📊 STATISTICS

To summarize, listed below are the most important academic statistics for Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine applicants:

Average GPA: 3.5

Average MCAT: 504

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 Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine is below.

In-State Tuition: $49440

Out-of-State Tuition: $49440

For more information about tuition at Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine, visit the following link: https://www.liberty.edu/lucom/financial-aid/tuition-and-fees/

😀 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 Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine 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 Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine:

Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine Mission Statement:

Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine (LUCOM) exists to educate osteopathic physicians in a Christian environment. LUCOM prepares physicians who dedicate themselves to excellence in osteopathic medicine through service toward their fellow man, lifelong learning, and the advancement of medical knowledge. Instilling the Christian values of integrity and professionalism, LUCOM trains physicians who will provide ethical, compassionate, competent and patient-centered osteopathic medical care.

For more information on the mission statement for Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine, visit the following link: https://www.liberty.edu/lucom/about/mission-statement/

🤷‍♂️ SITUATIONAL JUDGEMENT TESTS

Liberty University College of Osteopathic 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:

Secondary Application Deadline: March 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.

Below are some other helpful dates:

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 Liberty University College of Osteopathic 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?

Required

A second semester is recommended.

🧪 CHEMISTRY

GenChem = General Chemistry

OChem = Organic Chemistry

Biochem = Biochemistry

GenChem Semester Hours:

GenChem Lab?

Required

OChem Semester Hours:

OChem Lab?

Required

Biochem Semester Hours:

Biochem Lab?

Not Required

Two semesters of biochemistry is highly recommended.

🫀 BIOLOGY

GenBio = General Biology

HL Bio = Higher Level Biology

GenBio Semester Hours:

GenBio Lab?

Required

HL Bio Semester Hours:

HL Bio Lab?

Not Required

🔍 HUMANITIES & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

Semester Hours:

✍️ ENGLISH/WRITING

Semester Hours:

📈 MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS

Mathematics Semester Hours:

Statistics Semester Hours:

Statistics recommended

OTHER REQUIRED COURSES

Four additional science hours are required. Pick between biochemistry and cellular biology. Completion of both recommended.

OTHER RECOMMENDED COURSES

Debate, Drama, Genetics, Human Anatomy, Humanities, Immunology, Epidemiology, Literature, Natural Science, Neuroscience, Philosophy, Theology, Social Science, Speech, Statistics

SOURCE: https://www.liberty.edu/lucom/admissions/requirements/

🎓 SPECIAL PROGRAMS

Many schools have dual-degree programs for motivated applicants. View the ones offered at Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine 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

View contact information (phone and email) available to contact Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine below:

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📝 SECONDARY APPLICATION ESSAY PROMPTS

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

Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine, as a faith-based institution, exists to develop excellent osteopathic physicians in a Christian environment who will impact the world by becoming leaders in the practice of medicine and servants of their fellow man. In 250-500 words, please describe how your personal faith, beliefs, or values will allow you to contribute to LUCOM's mission to develop patient-centered physicians for the osteopathic medical profession.

In under 300 words, how do you hope to impact your community as an osteopathic physician?

🙋‍♀️ INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

Below are common interview questions that you might encounter on your important day for Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Describe an ethical situation you have encountered and how you responded.

What are you looking for in a medical school?

Why are you interested in attending LUCOM (Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine)?

Why did you choose to pursue medicine?

Demonstrating your knowledge in biochemistry, microbiology, and organic chemistry.

What is the purpose of homeostasis?

What gives life value?

What are your thoughts on the Affordable Care Act?

How would you succeed in a Christian environment?

Tell me about your academic journey and any challenges you faced.

What motivated you to pursue a career in osteopathic medicine?

Share something about yourself that is not mentioned in your application.

Why do you want to become a doctor?

Should patients who do not adhere to doctors' instructions be held accountable?

Describe an ethical situation you have encountered.

What made you specifically interested in osteopathic medicine at Liberty University?

What motivates you to serve others?

Discuss your knowledge and opinions about the Affordable Care Act.

If given 7 days to lead a medical outreach program, where would you choose to go?

Describe an ethical dilemma you have faced and your approach to it.

What is one weakness in your application and how have you addressed it?

What are your views on physician-assisted suicide?

Which medical field would you choose and why?

Tell me about your experience preparing for the MCAT.

(If applicable) Have you participated in any volunteer work through your church?

In a situation where a man and his dog were injured, who would you prioritize saving and why?

What are your weaknesses or red flags in your application?

Describe a challenge you faced in a leadership role.

What made you choose osteopathic medicine over allopathic medicine?

Describe yourself in one word and explain why.

How would you handle a situation where a 16-year-old girl requests an abortion without her family's knowledge?

How would you handle an ethical dilemma and share your thought process.

Why did you major in _______?

Who has been a significant influence in your life?

How do you embody LUCOM's mission?

How would you describe your study habits?

What is an ethical dilemma physicians encounter today?

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