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Gaining admission to Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine is Moderately Competitive. Applicants typically have an average GPA of 3.67 and an average MCAT score of 506.

📊 STATISTICS

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

Average GPA: 3.67

Average MCAT: 506

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 Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine is below.

In-State Tuition: $22314

Out-of-State Tuition: $35413

For more information about tuition at Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine, visit the following link: https://sites.rowan.edu/bursar/tuitionfees/2023-24-tuition-and-fees/2023-24-medical-schools-and-graduate-school-of-biomedical-sciences-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 Rowan University School 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: 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 Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine:

Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine Mission Statement:

Cooper Medical School of Rowan University (CMSRU) is committed to providing humanistic education in the art and science of medicine within a scientific and scholarly community in which excellence in patient care, inclusivity, innovative teaching, scholarly activity and service to our community are valued.

For more information on the mission statement for Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine, visit the following link: https://cmsru.rowan.edu/about/mission/

🤷‍♂️ SITUATIONAL JUDGEMENT TESTS

Rowan University School 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: February 15

Secondary Application Deadline: $NaN

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: Early September

Interview Cycle End: Late 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 Rowan University School 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

🫀 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:

📈 MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS

Mathematics Semester Hours:

Statistics Semester Hours:

Computer science or Stats may satisfy up to 3 semester hours.

OTHER REQUIRED COURSES

OTHER RECOMMENDED COURSES

Strongly recommended to take six semester hours of: biochemistry, anatomy and physiology, and microbiology.

SOURCE: https://som.rowan.edu/education/admissions/apply.html

🎓 SPECIAL PROGRAMS

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

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📝 SECONDARY APPLICATION ESSAY PROMPTS

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

Please select the checkbox(es) that most adequately describes your campus and/or curriculum preferences below. Choose one of the following:

Please prepare an essay that explains why you want to participate in the Problem Based Learning Curriculum (PBLC) and why you are a good fit for this curriculum.

Please prepare an essay that explains why you want to participate in the Synergistic Guided Learning Curriculum and why you are a good fit for this curriculum.

How did you learn about osteopathic medicine and why is it a good fit for you?

Explain why you are interested in attending Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine.

Optional: Please describe any significant barriers or challenges you may have overcome in the pursuit of your personal/professional goals.

🙋‍♀️ INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

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

Describe any research experiences you have had and their significance.

How would those close to you describe your key strengths?

Detail any leadership roles you have undertaken and the impact they had.

Which other medical institutions have you considered or applied to?

Have you encountered any significant medical emergencies? If so, what was your role?

Do you believe your MCAT scores are a true representation of your abilities?

What personal and professional attributes do you think will contribute to your success as a physician?

Discuss any experiences you've had in serving underserved or marginalized communities.

Why New Jersey?

Have you had the opportunity to shadow a DO physician? What insights did you gain?

Why do you favor osteopathic medicine over allopathic approaches?

How familiar are you with the historical and philosophical foundations of osteopathic medicine?

Which medical specialty are you leaning towards and why?

Share a brief overview of your background and the journey that brought you to this point.

Outside of medicine, what are your passions or hobbies?

How would you describe the principles and philosophy of osteopathic medicine?

If you could highlight one aspect of yourself for the admissions committee, what would it be?

Define osteopathic medicine in your own words.

How were you introduced to osteopathic medicine and what drew you to it?

If not admitted this cycle, how do you plan to move forward?

Describe an instance where you stood up or advocated for an individual or cause.

How do you believe your experiences and background will enrich your medical journey?

Why are you committed to the path of medicine, and particularly as a DO?

Have you observed any disparities in healthcare access or treatment? Describe your observations.

Share any leadership experiences that shaped your perspective or skills.

Discuss the significance and findings of any research projects you've been involved in.

Why did you opt for osteopathic medicine as your desired field of study?

Can you identify any areas of improvement in your application or academic history?

How do you differentiate osteopathy from other medical disciplines?

Share any emergency medical situations you've been involved in and the lessons learned.

Discuss your motivations and reasons behind your decision to become a doctor.

If you face rejection from medical schools this year, what's your backup plan?

Why does osteopathic medicine, and this institution in particular, appeal to you?

What unique qualities or experiences would you like the admissions committee to be aware of?

Are there any significant activities or experiences you've had that weren't included in your application?

How do you envision integrating osteopathic principles in patient care?

Have you had any experiences in global health or cross-cultural medicine?

How do you handle disagreements or conflicts in team settings?

Describe a challenging ethical dilemma you've encountered and how you navigated it.

How do you perceive the evolving landscape of healthcare, especially in the context of osteopathic medicine?

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