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Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine (Colorado)

Parker, CO Class Size: 215
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Gaining admission to Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine (Colorado) is Moderately Competitive. Applicants typically have an average GPA of 3.54 and an average MCAT score of 504.

Statistics

To summarize, listed below are the most important academic statistics for Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine (Colorado) applicants:

Average GPA:
3.54
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 Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine (Colorado) is below.

In-State Tuition:
$64254
Out-of-State Tuition:
$64254

For more information about tuition at Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine (Colorado), visit the following link: https://www.rvu.edu/admissions/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 Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine (Colorado) 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 Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine (Colorado):

Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine (Colorado) Mission Statement:
To educate and inspire students to become highly competent osteopathic physicians and lifelong learners prepared to meet the diverse healthcare needs of tomorrow through compassionate service, relevant research, and innovative education.

For more information on the mission statement for Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine (Colorado), visit the following link: https://le.utah.gov/interim/2023/pdf/00003853.pdf

Situational Judgement Tests

Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine (Colorado) 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:
April 15
Secondary Application Fee:
$60
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 Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine (Colorado) 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:
8
OChem Lab?
Required
Biochem Semester Hours:
3
Biochem Lab?
Not Required

BIOLOGY

GenBio = General Biology

HL Bio = Higher Level Biology

GenBio Semester Hours:
12
GenBio Lab?
Required
HL Bio Semester Hours:
HL Bio Lab?
Not Required

Additional upper-division coursework such as Human Anatomy, Physiology, Genetics, and Cellular Biology is highly recommended.

HUMANITIES & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

Semester Hours:
6

ENGLISH/WRITING

Semester Hours:
6

MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS

Mathematics Semester Hours:
Statistics Semester Hours:

OTHER REQUIRED COURSES

OTHER RECOMMENDED COURSES

SOURCE: https://www.rvu.edu/admissions/do/rvucom/application-requirements/

Special Programs

Many schools have dual-degree programs for motivated applicants. View the ones offered at Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine (Colorado) 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 Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine (Colorado) below:

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Secondary Application Essay Prompts

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

What unique characteristics, abilities, or skills will you bring to help advance the mission and vision of RVUCOM? (No limit)

Interview Questions

Below are common interview questions that you might encounter on your important day for Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine (Colorado).

What specific qualities and attributes do you possess that make you a good fit for RVU?
How do you handle stress and what do you do to relax?
If you fail an exam, how would you feel and what steps would you take to improve?
Why did you choose to pursue a career in osteopathic medicine?
Can you describe a time when you experienced failure and what you learned from it?
Do you have any questions for us?
Can you describe a time when you were challenged and how you overcame it?
What specialty are you interested in and why?
How do you handle stress and maintain a balanced life?
Who would you nominate as Time Magazine's Person of the Year and why?
Why are you interested in medicine?
How would you handle failure if it were to happen again?
How do you cope with failure?
How would you explain a complex medical concept to a patient?
What experiences have prepared you for medical school?
How do you handle working with someone who has different opinions or perspectives than you?
Describe a time when you were not professional and how you would change that situation.
What is your opinion on the current healthcare plan?
What attracts you to Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine?
How do you see yourself in 10 years? Where do you see yourself practicing medicine?
Have you ever witnessed a doctor making a mistake and how did you handle it?
How do you plan to contribute towards fixing the healthcare crisis?
Describe a time when you struggled and how you responded to the situation.
What do you think is the biggest problem in healthcare and how would you address it?
How do you plan on keeping in touch with your family while in medical school?
What is your commitment to community service?
(If applicable) How will your diverse background contribute to the incoming class?
(If applicable) How do you plan on adapting to the rigor of medical school after being out of school for a while?
How do you plan on balancing family and medical school?
What was the most challenging class you have taken and how did you handle it?
How do you plan on being successful in challenging courses, such as biochemistry?
How would you handle a non-compliant patient?
How will you decide which medical school to attend if accepted into multiple programs?
Are you concerned about attending a new medical school? Why or why not?
Tell us about your research experience.
How do you plan on maintaining a work-life balance in medical school?
What is your favorite book and why?
How will you contribute towards fixing the healthcare crisis in the U.S.?
Describe a time when you had to work with someone who was different from you and how you managed to work together.
How do you feel about practicing medicine in a rural area?