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Tulane University School of Medicine

New Orleans, LA Class Size: 190
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Gaining admission to Tulane University School of Medicine is Moderately Competitive. Applicants typically have an average GPA of 3.77 and an average MCAT score of 512.

Statistics

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

Average GPA:
3.77
Average MCAT:
512
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 Tulane University School of Medicine is below.

In-State Tuition:
$71262
Out-of-State Tuition:
$71000

For more information about tuition at Tulane University School of Medicine, visit the following link: https://financialaid.tulane.edu/sites/default/files/COA2223GradMD.pdf

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 Tulane University School of Medicine below:

IN-STATE

In-State Friendliness:
Neutral

OUT-OF-STATE

Accepts Out-of-State:
Yes
Out-of-State Friendliness:
Very Friendly

INTERNATIONAL

Accepts Canadian:
Yes
Accepts International:
Yes
International Friendliness:
Very 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 Tulane University School of Medicine:

Tulane University School of Medicine Mission Statement:
We improve human health and foster healthy communities through discovery and translation of the best science into clinical practice and education; to deliver the highest quality patient care and prepare the next generation of distinguished clinical and scientific leaders.

For more information on the mission statement for Tulane University School of Medicine, visit the following link: https://medicine.tulane.edu/mission-vision-core-values

Situational Judgement Tests

Tulane University School of Medicine does not require the completion of either the CASPer® nor the AAMC PREview™ examinations.

CASPer®:
Yes
AAMC PREviewâ„¢:
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:
October 2
Secondary Application Deadline:
Nov 1
Secondary Application Fee:
$125
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:
March
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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 Tulane University School of 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?
Not Required

Physics with lab experience recommended.

CHEMISTRY

GenChem = General Chemistry

OChem = Organic Chemistry

Biochem = Biochemistry

GenChem Semester Hours:
GenChem Lab?
Not Required
OChem Semester Hours:
OChem Lab?
Not Required
Biochem Semester Hours:
Biochem Lab?
Not Required

Chemistry with lab experience recommended. Biochemistry recommended.

BIOLOGY

GenBio = General Biology

HL Bio = Higher Level Biology

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

Biology with lab experience recommended. Genetics recommended.

HUMANITIES & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

Semester Hours:

Psychology, Sociology, and other behavioural/social sciences recommended.

ENGLISH/WRITING

Semester Hours:

Expository writing recommended.

MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS

Mathematics Semester Hours:
Statistics Semester Hours:

Mathematics and Statistics recommended.

OTHER REQUIRED COURSES

OTHER RECOMMENDED COURSES

Course recommendations are generally set for MCAT preparation.

SOURCE: https://medicine.tulane.edu/admissions/md/selection-factors

Special Programs

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

CONTACT #1

Title:
E-mail:
medsch@tulane.edu
Phone:

CONTACT #2

Title:
E-mail:
Phone:

Secondary Application Essay Prompts

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

Tulane University School of Medicine’s mission statement states: We improve human health and foster healthy communities through discovery and translation of the best science into clinical practice and education; to deliver the highest quality patient care and prepare the next generation of distinguished clinical and scientific leaders. Briefly describe the reasons for your interest in Tulane University School of Medicine. (150 words)
What disparities in health do you believe are pertinent to the New Orleans patient population? How would you attempt to address them as a medical student at Tulane? You may support your answer by using past involvement working in a similar patient population to compare and/or describe your interest in any student activities offered at Tulane or in New Orleans. (150 words)
Who knows you best and how would they describe you? (150 words)
Please list any leadership positions (clubs, organizations, paid work) you may have held. (100 words)
Please list your hobbies and major non-academic interests. (150 words)
(Optional) Tulane University School of Medicine values the diversity of its patients, faculty, staff, and students. Do you identify with a particular group that you believe is underrepresented among medical professionals? These include groups oriented around, but not limited to: ethnicity, race, sexuality, religion, disability, and economic background. (60 words)
(Optional) In what ways did the COVID-19 pandemic alter/interrupt your medical school application? (No limit)

Interview Questions

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

Describe a specific experience that influenced your decision to become a doctor.
What do you like to do for fun?
Describe your experience working with people from different cultures.
Describe your experience as a member of a team and as a leader and what you learned from each.
What is your overall goal in a career in medicine and how can Tulane help you achieve this goal?
Why did you decide to attend your specific undergraduate university?
What have you been doing since you graduated?
Why do you want to come to Tulane? How do you feel about New Orleans?
What should I tell the admissions committee about you?
What are your plans for paying for medical school?
What do you like to do outside of school and what are your extracurricular activities?
Tell me about your community service experiences.
Tell me about your research experiences.
Why did you choose your particular activities and extracurriculars?
What are your thoughts on the healthcare system in the US?
Can you tell me about your family and what your siblings are interested in?
Can you tell me about one experience you have had working with a diverse group of individuals?
Tell me about your favorite subject in college and why it was your favorite.
What was your favorite volunteer experience and why?
Can you provide examples of interesting service activities that you have engaged in?
Can you tell me about any interesting research you have been involved in?
What was the genesis of your interest in medicine?
Can you tell me about your family and what your parents do?
What impact do you want to have on medicine and how will Tulane help you achieve it?
Can you tell me about your research interests and your involvement in the community?
What is your favorite volunteer experience?
What are your extracurricular activities and what are your hobbies?
What kind of impact do you think you will have on Tulane and the city of New Orleans?
Why did you choose to apply to Tulane and have you been to New Orleans before?
Can you tell me about your clinical experiences and what kind of research have you done?
How do you plan on maintaining your energy level in medical school?
What about the city of New Orleans appeals to you?
What kind of volunteer work have you done and what do you enjoy doing in your free time?
What do you think the US should do about health insurance?