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Universidad Central Del Caribe School of Medicine

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Gaining admission to Universidad Central Del Caribe School of Medicine is Moderately Competitive. Applicants typically have an average GPA of 3.75 and an average MCAT score of 500.

📊 STATISTICS

To summarize, listed below are the most important academic statistics for Universidad Central Del Caribe School of Medicine applicants:

Average GPA: 3.75

Average MCAT: 500

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 Universidad Central Del Caribe School of Medicine is below.

In-State Tuition: $39000

Out-of-State Tuition: $47000

For more information about tuition at Universidad Central Del Caribe School of Medicine, visit the following link: NA

😀 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 Universidad Central Del Caribe School of Medicine 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: 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 Universidad Central Del Caribe School of Medicine:

Universidad Central Del Caribe School of Medicine Mission Statement:

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For more information on the mission statement for Universidad Central Del Caribe School of Medicine, visit the following link: NA

🤷‍♂️ SITUATIONAL JUDGEMENT TESTS

Universidad Central Del Caribe School of 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: January 15

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: NA

Interview Cycle End: NA

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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 Universidad Central Del Caribe 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

🧪 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

🫀 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

🔍 HUMANITIES & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

Semester Hours:

✍️ ENGLISH/WRITING

Semester Hours:

📈 MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS

Mathematics Semester Hours:

Statistics Semester Hours:

OTHER REQUIRED COURSES

OTHER RECOMMENDED COURSES

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🎓 SPECIAL PROGRAMS

Many schools have dual-degree programs for motivated applicants. View the ones offered at Universidad Central Del Caribe School of 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 Universidad Central Del Caribe School of Medicine below:

CONTACT #1

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E-mail

edllian.lopez@uccaribe.edu

Phone

CONTACT #2

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E-mail

Phone

📝 SECONDARY APPLICATION ESSAY PROMPTS

Below are the past secondary (supplemental) application essay prompts for Universidad Central Del Caribe School of Medicine.

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🙋‍♀️ INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

Below are common interview questions that you might encounter on your important day for Universidad Central Del Caribe School of Medicine.

Describe a time when you had to overcome an obstacle that affected your academic performance.

What challenges do you believe doctors will face in the future?

(If applicable) How will you or your family adapt to life in Puerto Rico?

Were there any challenging aspects of this interview for you?

Is there anything else you would like to mention to the admissions committee regarding your application?

What are your views on the future of healthcare reform?

(If applicable) Are there any discrepancies in your academic record that you would like to explain?

What was your undergraduate major?

What do you believe are the biggest challenges in healthcare in Puerto Rico and the mainland United States?

Why do you want to become a doctor?

Why have you chosen to study medicine in Puerto Rico?

How do you envision your medical career 10 years from now?

What are your thoughts on how the Reforma (Puerto Rican universal health plan) can be improved?

(If applicable) Tell me about any research you have conducted.

Why are you interested in our medical school?

Have you participated in any volunteer work or community service?

What do you predict will be the long-term effects of immigration on healthcare in the US?

If another doctor wanted to rush into surgery for a patient with non-urgent abdominal pain, how would you approach the situation?

From whom or where does your main support system come?

Describe yourself in your own words.

How do you spend your free time?

What are the most significant challenges and potential changes you see for healthcare reform?

Describe the most stressful situation you have faced and how you dealt with it.

What suggestions do you have for improving healthcare reform, both in the US and Puerto Rico?

(If applicable) How have you utilized your gap year or time between undergraduate and medical school?

What draws you to the field of medicine?

How would you defend or advocate for your application to this medical school?

What are your strengths and weaknesses?

What attributes do you believe are essential for a physician to possess?

How do you handle disagreements or conflicts in a professional setting?

Describe an experience where you had to demonstrate empathy or compassion.

How do you keep yourself informed about medical advancements and healthcare news?

What role do you believe technology will play in the future of medicine?

How would you handle a patient refusing treatment based on cultural or personal beliefs?

Describe an experience where you demonstrated leadership in a medical or academic setting.

How would you approach situations where there might be language barriers with patients?

Why is cultural competence important in medicine?

What do you think is the most challenging aspect of practicing medicine in diverse communities?

How do you deal with failures or setbacks?

Describe a situation where you worked in a team and faced a challenge.

How is your Spanish?

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