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Gaining admission to Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine (Middletown) is Moderately Competitive. Applicants typically have an average GPA of 3.45 and an average MCAT score of 506.

📊 STATISTICS

To summarize, listed below are the most important academic statistics for Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine (Middletown) applicants:

Average GPA: 3.45

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 Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine (Middletown) is below.

In-State Tuition: $64040

Out-of-State Tuition: $64040

For more information about tuition at Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine (Middletown), visit the following link: https://tourocom.touro.edu/admissions--aid/tuition/

😀 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 Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine (Middletown) 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 Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine (Middletown):

Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine (Middletown) Mission Statement:

The Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine is committed to training osteopathic physicians, with a particular emphasis on practicing medicine in underserved communities, and to increasing the number of underrepresented minorities in medicine. We value and support public service, research, graduate medical education, and osteopathic clinical service in the community that will strive to improve health outcomes for those we serve. We will work to educate students through the use of the latest innovative education techniques using summative and formative measures so as to graduate qualified osteopathic physicians.

For more information on the mission statement for Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine (Middletown), visit the following link: https://tourocom.touro.edu/about/mission--vision/

🤷‍♂️ SITUATIONAL JUDGEMENT TESTS

Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine (Middletown) 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: NA

Secondary Application Deadline: $200

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: May

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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 Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine (Middletown) 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

3 semester hours of biochemistry may count towards Organic Chemistry requirement.

🫀 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:

If degree was completed in English, specific coursework is not required. Otherwise, 6 semester hours.

📈 MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS

Mathematics Semester Hours:

Statistics Semester Hours:

Statistics and Computer Science may fulfill this requirement.

OTHER REQUIRED COURSES

OTHER RECOMMENDED COURSES

SOURCE: https://tourocom.touro.edu/admissions--aid/do-admissions/admission-requirements/

🎓 SPECIAL PROGRAMS

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

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📝 SECONDARY APPLICATION ESSAY PROMPTS

Below are the past secondary (supplemental) application essay prompts for Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine (Middletown).

This Personal Statement is different than the essay that had been submitted with your AACOMAS application. Although there is no specified length to this essay, please limit the length of this Personal Statement to the space available on this page. Please discuss how your background, experience or academic program has prepared you for meeting Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine’s Mission, Goals, or Objectives. Consider addressing a few of the following areas:

a) Why Osteopathic Medicine?

b) Have you been exposed to a diverse environment and how did you contribute?

c) How have your academic background and personal experiences prepared you for medical school? or

d) How were you influenced by a shadowing experience?

🙋‍♀️ INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

Below are common interview questions that you might encounter on your important day for Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine (Middletown).

What led you to pursue a career in medicine?

How does osteopathic medicine differ from other healthcare professions like PA or nursing?

Which medical specialty are you most interested in pursuing?

Share an experience where you had to advocate for a patient's needs and how you accomplished it.

Can you discuss your experience in conducting research?

Describe a time when you faced a difficult ethical dilemma and how you approached its resolution.

How do you handle stress and maintain your well-being during demanding situations?

Describe a situation where you had to manage your time effectively and prioritize competing responsibilities.

Describe a situation where you had to work with a challenging colleague or team member and how you handled it.

Why are you specifically interested in becoming a Doctor of Osteopathy?

Do you have any inquiries for the interview panel?

Could you provide more details about your involvement in research projects?

Describe an instance where you demonstrated effective communication skills in a healthcare setting.

What attracts you to osteopathic medicine?

Share an experience where you had to adapt your approach to patient care due to cultural or religious considerations.

What steps have you taken to ensure that you are well-prepared for the academic rigor of medical school?

How do you plan to stay current and engaged in ongoing professional development throughout your medical career?

Other than medicine, what areas or subjects are you passionate about?

Share an experience where you had to navigate a complex healthcare system to ensure optimal patient care.

What qualities do you possess that will make you an effective and empathetic physician?

In your opinion, what are the key challenges currently facing the healthcare system, and how would you address them?

How have you been involved in promoting diversity and inclusivity in your academic or personal life?

In what ways do you believe the practice of osteopathic medicine can positively impact patient care?

What efforts have you made to stay informed about current advancements and breakthroughs in medicine?

Discuss a book or article that has influenced your understanding of healthcare or medicine.

How do you envision contributing to the field of medicine in the future?

Discuss a healthcare policy issue that you are passionate about and explain your stance on it.

How do you plan to stay compassionate and empathetic towards patients even when faced with time constraints?

What motivated you to select this specific campus to apply to?

Describe a time when you successfully collaborated with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Discuss a time when you had to make a difficult decision and explain your decision-making process.

Can you share your thoughts on ethical considerations regarding conflict of interest in medicine?

Can you provide an example of a time when you received constructive criticism and how you utilized it to grow?

How do you plan to contribute to the community as a physician?

Describe a situation where you demonstrated empathy and compassion towards a patient.

Can you explain how you plan to balance your personal life and medical education throughout your journey?

Discuss a challenging situation you encountered during your clinical experiences and how you resolved it.

What drew you to Touro and why did you choose to apply here?

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