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Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine

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Gaining admission to Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine is Moderately Competitive. Applicants typically have an average GPA of null and an average MCAT score of 506.

Statistics

To summarize, listed below are the most important academic statistics for Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine applicants:

Average GPA:
null
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 University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine is below.

In-State Tuition:
$64020
Out-of-State Tuition:
$64020

For more information about tuition at Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine, visit the following link: https://tun.touro.edu/programs/osteopathic-medicine/do-tuition-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 Touro University Nevada 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 Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine:

Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine Mission Statement:
The Touro University Nevada Osteopathic Medicine program prepares students to become outstanding osteopathic physicians who uphold the values, philosophy and practice of osteopathic medicine and who are committed to primary care and the holistic approach to the patient. The program advances the profession and serves its students and society through innovative pre-doctoral and post-doctoral education, research, community service, and multidisciplinary and osteopathic clinical services.

For more information on the mission statement for Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine, visit the following link: https://tun.touro.edu/programs/osteopathic-medicine/

Situational Judgement Tests

Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine 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:
Secondary Application Deadline:
Apr 15
Secondary Application Fee:
$100
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:
September
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 University Nevada 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:
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:
Biochem Lab?
Not Required

Biochemistry may substitute for the second semester of Organic Chemistry.

BIOLOGY

GenBio = General Biology

HL Bio = Higher Level Biology

GenBio Semester Hours:
8
GenBio Lab?
Required
HL Bio Semester Hours:
HL Bio Lab?
Not Required

Zoology may substitute for Biology.

HUMANITIES & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

Semester Hours:
6

ENGLISH/WRITING

Semester Hours:
6

MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS

Mathematics Semester Hours:
3
Statistics Semester Hours:
3

3 semester hours of either math or stats.

OTHER REQUIRED COURSES

OTHER RECOMMENDED COURSES

SOURCE: https://tun.touro.edu/programs/occupational-therapy/ot-application--requirements/#:~:text=GPA%20%26%20COURSE-,REQUISITES,-Earned%20a%20cumulative

Special Programs

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

CONTACT #1

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E-mail:
Phone:

CONTACT #2

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Secondary Application Essay Prompts

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

Why are you interested in pursuing this degree at Touro Nevada? (1500 characters)
What award(s) or recognition(s) have you received within the last five years? (1500 characters) (Optional)
What volunteer experience have you had during the last three years? (1500 characters) (Optional)
What research experience have you had during the last three years? (1500 characters) (Optional)
Please tell us about your extracurricular activities or hobbies. (1500 characters) (Optional)

Interview Questions

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

(If applicable) How will you handle the workload and stress of medical school, especially with a background of having taken a lower number of science credits?
What do you think is the biggest challenge in healthcare today?
What do you do for fun or to relax?
(If applicable) Can you explain any lower grades on your transcript, particularly in specific courses?
How do you feel about physician-assisted suicide or end-of-life care?
Why did you choose to apply to DO programs instead of MD programs?
How did you become interested in medicine and why did you choose to pursue it?
Why did you choose to become a physician over other healthcare professions?
How do you think the US healthcare system will be impacted by changes made by President Trump?
Tell me about your research and how it will benefit society.
How do you feel about human cloning or other controversial medical practices?
How have you prepared for the rigorous medical school curriculum?
Which of your experiences best reflects your priorities?
What do you know about the history of osteopathic medicine?
How have your experiences at your jobs prepared you for a career in medicine?
Why are you interested in osteopathic medicine and Touro Nevada in particular?
When did you decide that you wanted to become a doctor?
What do you see yourself doing after medical school?
What do you think about President Obama's healthcare policy?
What does "osteopathy" mean to you?
Have you taken anatomy and physiology courses?
How do you handle sad situations or difficult conversations with patients?
What is your opinion on medical ethics or ethical dilemmas in medicine?
(If applicable) How will you handle the transition from working to full-time student?
Do you have any questions for us?
How did you successfully balance athletics with academics?
Tell me about your personal and academic background.
Are you willing to commit to the time and effort required to become a physician?
Why are you interested in practicing osteopathic medicine instead of allopathic medicine?
What do you think of the British healthcare system or healthcare systems in other countries?
What makes you interested in medicine?
What differences have you noticed between DOs and MDs during your shadowing experiences?
Have you taken biochemistry? If not, do you plan on taking it?
What do you think is the biggest problem in healthcare today?
What book are you currently reading or have recently read?
What do you know about osteopathic medicine and how does it fit with your current profession?
How do you plan to pay for medical school?
What was your favorite class or subject during your undergraduate studies?