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Gaining admission to University of Maryland School of Medicine is Moderately Competitive. Applicants typically have an average GPA of 3.7 and an average MCAT score of 513.

📊 STATISTICS

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

Average GPA: 3.7

Average MCAT: 513

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 University of Maryland School of Medicine is below.

In-State Tuition: $41000

Out-of-State Tuition: $71000

For more information about tuition at University of Maryland School of Medicine, visit the following link: https://www.medschool.umaryland.edu/dmrt/admissions/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 University of Maryland School of Medicine below:

🏠 IN-STATE

In-State Friendliness: Very Friendly

🚗 OUT-OF-STATE

Accepts Out-of-State: Yes

Out-of-State Friendliness: Friendly

✈️ INTERNATIONAL

Accepts Canadian: Yes

Accepts International: Yes

International Friendliness: Neutral

Very few internationals typically accepted

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 University of Maryland School of Medicine:

University of Maryland School of Medicine Mission Statement:

The University of Maryland School of Medicine is dedicated to providing excellence in biomedical education, basic and clinical research, quality patient care and service to improve the health of the citizens of Maryland and beyond. The School is committed to the education and training of medical, MD/PhD, graduate, physical therapy and medical and research technology students. We will recruit and develop faculty to serve as exemplary role models for our students.

For more information on the mission statement for University of Maryland School of Medicine, visit the following link: https://www.medschool.umaryland.edu/mission/

🤷‍♂️ SITUATIONAL JUDGEMENT TESTS

University of Maryland 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 1

Secondary Application Deadline: Dec 1

Secondary Application Deadline: $80

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: 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 University of Maryland 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?

Required

🧪 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

🫀 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:

Writing intensive courses fulfill this requirement: writing assignments should be 50% or more of the final grade.

📈 MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS

Mathematics Semester Hours:

Statistics Semester Hours:

OTHER REQUIRED COURSES

Clinical Experience (Shadowing, Scribing, Interpreting) Community Service Requirement

OTHER RECOMMENDED COURSES

Immunology, physiology, Microbiology, Genetics, Epidemiology

SOURCE: https://www.medschool.umaryland.edu/admissions/your-path-to-medical-school/

🎓 SPECIAL PROGRAMS

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

CONTACT #1

Title

E-mail

admissions@som.umaryland.edu

Phone

CONTACT #2

Title

E-mail

Phone

📝 SECONDARY APPLICATION ESSAY PROMPTS

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

How would you describe your cultural background? (optional, 1000 characters)

Describe here the reason why you are specifically interested in attending the University of Maryland School of Medicine. (1000 characters)

Have you previously met or attended/seen a presentation by a University of Maryland School of Medicine Admissions

staff member at an open house, college fair, conference, school visit, etc.? If yes, please explain. (1000 characters)

Aside from summer and holiday breaks, have there been any pauses or delays in your education semesters between high school and college, during college, or after college? If yes, please explain (1000 characters)

Please describe what you will be doing during the 2023-2024 academic year. If you graduated/will graduate in 2023, what are your plans for the coming year until you matriculate to medical school? (1000 characters)

If you’ve experienced academic challenges while in college and/or graduate or professional school, please describe and explain below. Please be sure to include withdrawals, incompletes, poor grades, etc. (Optional, 1000 characters)

Briefly describe your most meaningful exposure to clinical medicine. (1500 characters)

Briefly describe your most satisfying experience related to community service. (1500 characters)

Without limiting the discussion to your own identity, please describe how you envision contributing to the values of equity and inclusivity at our School of Medicine, and in the medical profession. (1500 characters)

What does it mean to you to enter into a profession? (1500 characters)

MSTP Prompts

Please indicate the MD/PhD program you are most interested in (drop-down menu).

Why are you applying to the MD/PhD Program at the UMSOM? (2500 characters)

Please list the name(s) of your MD/PhD letter of recommendation writers who can focus on your research potential. (2500 characters)

🙋‍♀️ INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

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

What attracts you to our institution over others?

In your opinion, what sets apart exceptional physicians from their peers?

Describe your strategies for managing and mitigating stress.

Can you highlight ethical dilemmas commonly encountered in the medical field?

What factors influenced your selection of an undergraduate major?

How do you envision juggling familial commitments with the demands of a medical career?

A decade from now, where do you see yourself both professionally and personally?

How do you perceive the current malpractice climate in the US, and what are its implications?

In your view, what is the foundational responsibility of a physician?

How receptive are you to feedback and constructive criticism?

Describe activities or hobbies you engage in during your leisure time.

Share your exposure to clinical medicine and the insights it afforded you.

What's your stance on the ongoing discourse around health care reform?

Identify and discuss a pressing challenge confronting the healthcare sector today.

Reflect on a particularly challenging phase in your life and the strategies you employed to navigate it.

What attributes, in your opinion, are integral to an effective medical practitioner?

Detail any community outreach or volunteer activities you've been involved in.

Describe a scenario where you undertook a leadership role and its significance.

Which medical specialties or fields resonate most with you?

Discuss the motivations and factors propelling you towards a career in medicine.

Have you started gravitating towards a specific medical specialty or area of interest?

Enumerate your most pronounced strengths and potential areas of growth.

Reflect on an instance where collaboration and teamwork were paramount.

How do you address and resolve differences or conflicts?

What obstacles do you foresee during your medical education, and how do you plan to surmount them?

What specific elements of our program align with your aspirations and interests?

How would you approach counseling a diabetic patient who is resistant to dietary modifications?

Who has profoundly influenced or mentored you in your medical journey?

What, in your estimation, is the most arduous aspect of medical training or practice?

How would you address the issue of uninsured individuals in the US, given its magnitude?

Envisioning your long-term trajectory, where do you hope to position yourself?

What factors led you to medicine as opposed to other health-related disciplines?

Have you contemplated pursuing a combined or dual-degree program?

Share activities or pastimes that you find particularly rejuvenating or enjoyable.

Describe areas where you believe you could enhance or improve.

Detail your involvement and findings in research endeavors you've undertaken.

Evaluate and share your insights on the current structure and functioning of the US healthcare system.

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