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Gaining admission to New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine (Arkansas) is Moderately Competitive. Applicants typically have an average GPA of null and an average MCAT score of 505.

Statistics

To summarize, listed below are the most important academic statistics for New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine (Arkansas) applicants:

Average GPA:
null
Average MCAT:
505
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 New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine (Arkansas) is below.

In-State Tuition:
$64130
Out-of-State Tuition:
$64130

For more information about tuition at New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine (Arkansas), visit the following link: https://www.nyit.edu/medicine/tuition_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 New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine (Arkansas) 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 New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine (Arkansas):

New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine (Arkansas) Mission Statement:
New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine (NYITCOM) is committed to training osteopathic physicians for a lifetime of learning and practice, based upon the integration of evidence-based knowledge, critical thinking... and the tenets of osteopathic principles and practice. We are also committed to preparing osteopathic physicians for careers in healthcare, including that in the inner city and rural communities, as well as to the scholarly pursuit of new knowledge concerning health and disease. We provide a continuum of educational experiences to NYITCOM students, extending through the clinical and post-graduate years of training. This continuum provides the future osteopathic physician with the foundation necessary to maintain competence and compassion, as well as the ability to better serve society through research, teaching, and leadership.

For more information on the mission statement for New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine (Arkansas), visit the following link: https://www.nyit.edu/medicine/about

Situational Judgement Tests

New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine (Arkansas) 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 8
Secondary Application Fee:
$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:
Late Summer
Interview Cycle End:
Early Spring
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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 Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine (Arkansas) 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:
4
OChem Lab?
Required
Biochem Semester Hours:
4
Biochem Lab?
Not Required

Biochemistry, with or without lab, 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

General Biology may be substituted with Zoology

HUMANITIES & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

Semester Hours:

Encouraged to enroll in behavioral sciences (psychology, sociology, anthropology)

ENGLISH/WRITING

Semester Hours:
6

MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS

Mathematics Semester Hours:
Statistics Semester Hours:

Caclulus/Statistics recommended.

OTHER REQUIRED COURSES

OTHER RECOMMENDED COURSES

Human Anatomy/Physiology, Genetics, and Microbiology

SOURCE: https://www.nyit.edu/medicine/d.o._program_requirements

Special Programs

Many schools have dual-degree programs for motivated applicants. View the ones offered at New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine (Arkansas) 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 New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine (Arkansas) below:

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Secondary Application Essay Prompts

Below are the past secondary (supplemental) application essay prompts for New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine (Arkansas).

Briefly describe the reasons for your campus/site choice and comment on one or two factors that are most important to you in choosing where you wish to pursue your medical education. (1000 characters)
NYITCOM values diversity, equity, and inclusion. How will your background and experiences add to our inclusive culture and how will this focus influence your future role as a physician? (1000 characters)
Describe a challenge you’ve faced and the steps you took to overcome it. (1000 characters)
Describe the community in which you see yourself practicing medicine. (1000 characters)
Have you previously applied to NYITCOM? If yes, what specific steps have you taken to strengthen your credentials for the current application year? (1000 characters)
How and where did you learn about NYITCOM? (250 characters)

Interview Questions

Below are common interview questions that you might encounter on your important day for New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine (Arkansas).

How have your experiences influenced your response to situations where your principles were challenged?
In what ways can a physician's personal attributes affect patient outcomes?
Provide a brief overview of your journey and what led you to medicine.
What about osteopathic medicine resonates with you, and why does NYIT stand out as your preferred choice?
Describe your path to medicine, emphasizing experiences that solidified your decision.
What about NYIT's Jonesboro campus attracts you, and what unique attributes would you bring?
Share an experience where you felt misunderstood and how you navigated it.
How would you build rapport with patients from varied cultural backgrounds?
Which of your qualities align with NYIT's mission and the philosophy of osteopathic medicine?
Why is NYIT's Jonesboro campus your top choice for medical education?
If you were to associate yourself with a color, which would it be and why?
Share an experience where you resisted external pressures and stayed true to your beliefs.
How do you interpret the idea that a doctor's character can significantly influence patient care?
How do you envision integrating osteopathic principles into your medical practice?
Discuss a time when you chose not to succumb to peer pressure due to your personal values.
Narrate an instance where you felt wrongfully perceived and the steps you took to address it.
What draws you to NYIT, and why is osteopathic medicine your chosen path?
How would you navigate medical care for a patient with beliefs different from yours?
What achievement in your life stands out the most to you?
Can you discuss a time when you felt unfairly judged and its impact on you?
How have you responded to challenges arising from misconceptions or biases?
Describe a challenging period in your life and the lessons it taught you.
How would you foster trust and understanding with culturally diverse patients?
What are the primary reasons for choosing NYIT's Jonesboro campus?
Share an instance when you stood firm in the face of pressure against your personal desires.
How do you believe a doctor's personal traits can affect the standard of patient care?
Reflect on experiences that have solidified your aspiration to practice medicine.
Describe an instance of being judged prematurely and its subsequent influence on you.
What drove your decision to prioritize NYIT's Jonesboro campus for your medical studies?
Discuss a time when you faced adversity and the insights you garnered from it.
Narrate a situation where you were pushed to act against your beliefs and how you managed it.
What personal achievement has had the most profound impact on your healthcare aspirations?
Reflect on a personal setback and its influence on your growth trajectory.
Share an experience where you felt misconceived and the steps you took for clarity.
Which attributes do you believe make you a suitable candidate for NYIT and osteopathic medicine?
Why is osteopathic medicine your chosen specialty, and how does NYIT align with your vision?
How would you react when faced with compromising your ethical standards?
Discuss the relationship between a doctor's personality and the quality of patient care.
Why are you inclined towards the medical field, and what makes osteopathic medicine special to you?
How do you maintain resilience and ethical integrity in challenging professional scenarios?