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Gaining admission to New York University Grossman School of Medicine is Ultra Competitive. Applicants typically have an average GPA of 3.95 and an average MCAT score of 522.

📊 STATISTICS

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

Average GPA: 3.95

Average MCAT: 522

Competitiveness: Ultra 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 New York University Grossman School of Medicine is below.

In-State Tuition: $4150

Out-of-State Tuition: $4150

For more information about tuition at New York University Grossman School of Medicine, visit the following link: https://med.nyu.edu/education/md-degree/affordability-financial-aid/cost-attendance

😀 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 New York University Grossman 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: Yes

Accepts International: Yes

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 New York University Grossman School of Medicine:

New York University Grossman School of Medicine Mission Statement:

We are committed to excellence in patient care, medical education, and scientific research.

For more information on the mission statement for New York University Grossman School of Medicine, visit the following link: https://med.nyu.edu/our-community/about-us#:~:text=For%20more%20than%20175%20years%2C%20our%20pioneers%20in,mission%3A%20to%20serve%2C%20to%20teach%2C%20and%20to%20discover.

🤷‍♂️ SITUATIONAL JUDGEMENT TESTS

New York University Grossman 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: October 16

Secondary Application Deadline: Nov 15

Secondary Application Deadline: $110

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: December

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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 New York University Grossman 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?

Not Required

NOT REQUIRED BUT RECOMMENDED WITH LAB

🧪 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

NOT REQUIRED BUT RECOMMENDED WITH LAB (gen chem, organic chem, biochem)

🫀 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

NOT REQUIRED BUT RECOMMENDED WITH LAB (gen bio)

🔍 HUMANITIES & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

Semester Hours:

✍️ ENGLISH/WRITING

Semester Hours:

NOT REQUIRED BUT RECOMMENDED

📈 MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS

Mathematics Semester Hours:

Statistics Semester Hours:

STATS NOT REQUIRED BUT RECOMMENDED

OTHER REQUIRED COURSES

OTHER RECOMMENDED COURSES

Genetics

SOURCE: https://med.nyu.edu/education/md-degree/md-admissions/admissions-requirements

🎓 SPECIAL PROGRAMS

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

CONTACT #1

Title

E-mail

admissions@nyulangone.org

Phone

CONTACT #2

Title

E-mail

Phone

📝 SECONDARY APPLICATION ESSAY PROMPTS

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

If applicable, please comment on significant fluctuations in your academic record which are not explained elsewhere on your application. (no limit)

If you have taken any time off from your studies, either during or after college, please describe what you have done during this time and your reasons for doing so. (no limit)

The Admissions Committee holistically evaluates a range of student qualities and life experiences that complement demonstrated academic excellence. What unique qualities do you possess that make you uniquely suited to become a physician or physician-scientist? How have your individual lived experiences shaped your core values and desire to be a future leader in our profession? (2500 characters)

Please answer only one of the following three questions (2500 characters):

The most meaningful achievements are often non-academic in nature. Describe the personal accomplishment that makes you most proud. Why is this important to you?

Conflicts arise daily from differences in perspectives, priorities, worldviews and traditions. How do you define respect? Describe a situation in which you found it challenging to remain respectful while facing differences?

Describe a situation in which working with a colleague, family member or friend has been challenging. How did you resolve, if at all, the situation as a team and what did you gain from the experience that will benefit you as a future health care provider?

NYU Grossman School of Medicine strives to provide our students with the option of accelerating their medical educational training. In order to guide our curricular efforts to provide additional opportunities for early career exploration for our students, please select up to three residency specialties that are currently of interest to you. Please note that your selection in no way impacts your admissions decision (i.e., there are no right or wrong selections), that it is not binding in any way, and that you may select “Undecided” if you are unsure of your future career path.

🙋‍♀️ INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

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

What experiences do you have in dealing with diverse or underserved populations?

Explain a situation where you had to quickly adapt to a new environment or unexpected circumstances.

Why NYU Grossman?

Describe a moment where you demonstrated empathy and compassion towards someone in need.

What challenges do you foresee in the future of medicine and how would you address them?

How do you keep yourself motivated during long and demanding work hours?

How did you become interested in the field of medicine?

What do you hope to contribute to the medical field?

How do you handle stress and pressure?

Describe an ethical dilemma you have faced and how you approached it.

Describe a situation where you had to work as part of a team. How did you contribute and what did you learn from the experience?

Describe a time when you had to adapt to a challenging situation. How did you approach it?

Describe a time where you had to demonstrate leadership skills. How did you handle the situation?

What qualities do you possess that would make you a great doctor?

Explain a situation when you encountered a disagreement with a superior or authority figure. How did you handle it?

Describe a situation where you had to advocate for a patient's rights or well-being.

What is your opinion on the use of technology in healthcare?

How do you manage your time efficiently and prioritize tasks?

Tell us about a mentor who has impacted your life and how they have influenced your decision to pursue medicine.

How do you stay up-to-date with medical advancements and research?

What steps do you take to ensure open and effective communication with patients and their families?

How do you plan to address healthcare disparities that exist in our society?

Tell us about a time when you made a mistake and how you rectified it.

Do you have any personal experiences with the healthcare system? How have these experiences influenced your desire to become a doctor?

How do you handle failure and setbacks?

How do you plan to balance your personal life and the demands of being a physician?

How do you ensure that you remain culturally competent in your medical practice?

Share an experience that highlights your ability to work under pressure.

How do you provide culturally sensitive care to diverse patient populations?

Describe a time when you were able to effectively teach or mentor someone.

Explain a time when you had to deal with a difficult patient or encounter challenging behavior. How did you manage it?

What do you think is the biggest ethical challenge in the field of medicine today?

How do you handle conflicts or disagreements within a team?

How do your past experiences in volunteering or community service relate to your desire to become a doctor?

Why medicine?

Can you describe any experiences that solidified your decision to pursue a career in medicine?

Explain a time when you had to make a difficult decision, and how you approached it.

How do you ensure that you remain empathetic towards patients even during difficult circumstances?

How do you envision the doctor-patient relationship?

Describe a time when you had to overcome a conflict within a team to achieve a common goal.

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