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Gaining admission to Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine is Moderately Competitive. Applicants typically have an average GPA of 3.6 and an average MCAT score of 503.

📊 STATISTICS

To summarize, listed below are the most important academic statistics for Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine applicants:

Average GPA: 3.6

Average MCAT: 503

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 Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine is below.

In-State Tuition: $63720

Out-of-State Tuition: $63720

For more information about tuition at Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine, visit the following link: https://www.pnwu.edu/admissions/financial-aid/cost-of-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 Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences 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 Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine:

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine Mission Statement:

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences educates and trains health care professionals emphasizing service among rural and medically underserved communities throughout the Northwest.

For more information on the mission statement for Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine, visit the following link: https://www.pnwu.edu/about/mission-and-vision/

🤷‍♂️ SITUATIONAL JUDGEMENT TESTS

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences 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: Mar 1

Secondary Application Deadline: $85

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: October

Interview Cycle End: April

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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 Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences 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

🧪 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

Biochemistry 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

Molecular Biology and Genetics recommended.

🔍 HUMANITIES & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

Semester Hours:

Behavioral Sciences and Humanities recommended.

✍️ ENGLISH/WRITING

Semester Hours:

📈 MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS

Mathematics Semester Hours:

Statistics Semester Hours:

OTHER REQUIRED COURSES

OTHER RECOMMENDED COURSES

SOURCE: https://www.pnwu.edu/admissions/doctor-of-osteopathic-medicine/

🎓 SPECIAL PROGRAMS

Many schools have dual-degree programs for motivated applicants. View the ones offered at Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences 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 Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine below:

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📝 SECONDARY APPLICATION ESSAY PROMPTS

Below are the past secondary (supplemental) application essay prompts for Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Describe personal experiences that have shaped your desire to attend an osteopathic medical school that focuses on addressing rural and/or medically underserved populations and diversity, equity, and inclusion in health care. (One page)

🙋‍♀️ INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

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

Tell me about your previous employment.

Is there anything in your application that needs further explanation?

How would you handle a class that does not provide the necessary information?

How do you feel about the possibility of other medical professionals taking on larger responsibilities in medicine?

Do you tell patients all the potential negative outcomes of not taking their medications?

Is there anything else you would like to mention about yourself?

How would you react if your child hurt themselves with a hammer?

What would you do if you saw a resident physician taking a pill to stay awake after a long shift?

How would you attract physicians to practice in underserved areas?

(If applicable) How did you prepare for the MCAT and explain your recent lower score?

Would you prefer to be the sole provider of healthcare or work with a team of physicians?

Why are you interested in osteopathic medicine?

What are your strengths and weaknesses?

How would you deliver the news to a 68-year-old patient with terminal cancer?

If you had the power to change healthcare, how would you do it?

How would you practice preventative medicine?

What are your ethical principles?

What kind of doctor do you not want to be?

What is your overall goal in life?

Tell me about your academic history.

What challenges do you anticipate in passing your courses?

What would you do if you found out a family member had a fatal genetic disease?

How would you handle a situation where a physician demeaned you and said your answer was stupid?

What qualities do you believe an excellent physician possesses?

How would you handle a situation where religious practices prevent necessary treatment?

What can be done to attract primary care physicians to rural and underserved populations?

What is the difference between MD and DO?

What is your greatest weakness as a medical student?

What would you do if you were working with a doctor who had a drinking problem and was self-prescribing medication?

What are your hobbies?

What would you do if someone posted questions from an exam on social media, against school policy?

How do you feel about the on-call times of rural practitioners?

Why do you believe you belong at PNWU?

Describe your extracurricular activities and experiences.

What role does patient education play in your vision of healthcare?

How would you handle disagreements or differing opinions with colleagues regarding patient care?

How do you view the relationship between primary care providers and specialists?

Describe a challenge you faced and how you overcame it.

How do you handle feedback, both positive and negative?

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