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University of Texas Medical Branch (Galveston)

Galveston, TX Class Size: 225
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Gaining admission to University of Texas Medical Branch (Galveston) is Moderately Competitive. Applicants typically have an average GPA of 3.87 and an average MCAT score of 513.

Statistics

To summarize, listed below are the most important academic statistics for University of Texas Medical Branch (Galveston) applicants:

Average GPA:
3.87
Average MCAT:
513
Competitiveness:
Moderately Competitive
Note: Competitiveness is assessed based on the school's acceptance rate, average MCAT, and average GPA.
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Tuition

Affording medical school can be tough, often requiring students to take on significant loans. Information about the yearly tuition for University of Texas Medical Branch (Galveston) is below.

In-State Tuition:
$26000
Out-of-State Tuition:
$41000

For more information about tuition at University of Texas Medical Branch (Galveston), visit the following link: https://www.utmb.edu/enrollmentservices/resources/studentaccounts/som-school-of-medicine-fee-sheet-details

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 University of Texas Medical Branch (Galveston) below:

IN-STATE

In-State Friendliness:
Very Friendly

OUT-OF-STATE

Accepts Out-of-State:
Yes
Out-of-State Friendliness:
Neutral

INTERNATIONAL

Accepts Canadian:
No
Accepts International:
No
International Friendliness:
Not Friendly

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 University of Texas Medical Branch (Galveston):

University of Texas Medical Branch (Galveston) Mission Statement:
UTMB will strive to create tomorrow's medicine today by discovery and application of new knowledge, and by inspiring lifelong learning and clinical excellence. We will accomplish this mission through innovative leadership and a steadfast commitment to scholarship and service excellence by: Educating and inspiring skilled physicians and scientists who are dedicated to lifelong learning and reflect the diversity of the people whom we serve. Enhancing the well-being of our global community by expanding the frontiers of our basic and applied scientific knowledge and its translation from the bench to the bedside. Improving the health of all individuals by providing outstanding evidence-based, compassionate, culturally fluent patient care, which recognizes the utmost importance of human interest, values and dignity. Sharing our talents to form partnerships with others — individuals, communities, governments, foundations, schools/universities and industries — in the service of our community, our state and the world.

For more information on the mission statement for University of Texas Medical Branch (Galveston), visit the following link: https://www.utmb.edu/som/home/about-us-vision-mission-values

Situational Judgement Tests

University of Texas Medical Branch (Galveston) does not require the completion of either the CASPer® nor the AAMC PREview™ examinations.

CASPer®:
Yes
AAMC PREview™:
No
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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:
November 1
Secondary Application Deadline:
Nov 10
Secondary Application Fee:
$70
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.

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Interview Cycle Start:
August
Interview Cycle End:
Dec
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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 University of Texas Medical Branch (Galveston) 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

Excess hours in Biochemistry can be used to fulfill biology or chemistry requirements. Advanced biochemistry recommended.

BIOLOGY

GenBio = General Biology

HL Bio = Higher Level Biology

GenBio Semester Hours:
14
GenBio Lab?
Required
HL Bio Semester Hours:
HL Bio Lab?
Not Required

Cell Biology, Molecular Genetics, Anatomy/Physiology, Immunology, Developmental Biology, Microbiology all recommended.

HUMANITIES & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

Semester Hours:

ENGLISH/WRITING

Semester Hours:
6

Writing intensive courses taught in departments other than the English department are not acceptable.

MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS

Mathematics Semester Hours:
3
Statistics Semester Hours:
3

May take either calculus or statistics to fulfull three semester-hour math requirement. Either way statistics is recommended.

OTHER REQUIRED COURSES

Certain credit hour deficiencies may be waived. Please visit school website for more details.

OTHER RECOMMENDED COURSES

Advanced Biochemistry, Immunology, Cell Biology, Statistics, Molecular Genetics, Developmental Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Microbiology

SOURCE: https://www.utmb.edu/som/admissions-information/ready-to-apply-info/admission-requirements

Special Programs

Many schools have dual-degree programs for motivated applicants. View the ones offered at University of Texas Medical Branch (Galveston) 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 University of Texas Medical Branch (Galveston) below:

CONTACT #1

Title:
E-mail:
somadmis@utmb.edu
Phone:

CONTACT #2

Title:
E-mail:
Phone:

Secondary Application Essay Prompts

Below are the past secondary (supplemental) application essay prompts for University of Texas Medical Branch (Galveston).

Describe a time when you advocated for someone whose social identity (e.g., race, gender, sex, religion, socioeconomic status, ability status, etc.) differed from yours. Explain the situation and why advocacy was necessary.
Describe a time you were wrong. Why were you wrong? How did you respond?
How do you define curiosity? Provide an example in which curiosity helped solve or expand your knowledge and experience outside of the academic environment.
What attributes do you look for in your physician(s)? Which of these attributes do you need to develop? How will you develop them?
John Sealy School of Medicine at the University of Texas Medical Branch serves patients throughout Texas, focusing on Galveston County and Gulf Coast Region. Are there particular characteristics of our school and/or the Galveston area in terms of location, history, or other attributes which make you especially interested in matriculating here?

Interview Questions

Below are common interview questions that you might encounter on your important day for University of Texas Medical Branch (Galveston).

Why do you want to be a doctor?
What are your hobbies?
How have you demonstrated maturity and responsibility in your life?
How are you prepared for the challenges of medical school?
What qualities do you believe are important for a physician to possess?
What are you most passionate about?
How have your leadership experiences shaped you?
Why are you interested in UTMB?
What human rights issue is significant to you?
How would you describe your experience with research, if any?
How would you approach a situation where a patient believes they know what's best for them?
Can you provide an example of a time you had to use interpersonal communication skills?
What challenges do you foresee in a medical profession?
How do you plan to finance your medical school education?
What do you know about current events in healthcare?
What do you believe is the most pressing issue in healthcare today?
How do you envision yourself in a problem-based learning (PBL) setting?
What are your views on the current state of healthcare?
Describe a challenging situation you faced and how you handled it.
What books or literature have influenced your perspective?
Which places would you like to visit and why?
How would you describe your life outside of academics?
How do you handle disagreements or conflicts?
How do you manage stress or pressure?
What have been your most significant achievements so far?
How do you work within a team?
What role does empathy play in the medical profession?
What motivates you to continue learning?
How do you handle feedback, both positive and negative?
Describe an ethical dilemma you've encountered and how you addressed it.
What skills or experiences do you believe set you apart from other applicants?
How do you envision your career in the next 10 years?
How do you keep up with advances in the medical field?
What's your understanding of the role of a physician in a community?
How would you address healthcare disparities?
What do you know about the history and contributions of UTMB to the medical field?
How do you view the relationship between doctors and other healthcare professionals?
What's the most rewarding experience you've had so far?
What experiences have prepared you for multicultural patient populations?
Is there any aspect of your application that you'd like to elaborate on or explain?