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University of Virginia School of Medicine

Charlottesville, VA Class Size: 145
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Gaining admission to University of Virginia School of Medicine is Ultra Competitive. Applicants typically have an average GPA of 3.94 and an average MCAT score of 520.

Statistics

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

Average GPA:
3.94
Average MCAT:
520
Competitiveness:
Ultra 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 University of Virginia School of Medicine is below.

In-State Tuition:
$51000
Out-of-State Tuition:
$63000

For more information about tuition at University of Virginia School of Medicine, visit the following link: https://med.virginia.edu/md-program/financial-aid/financing-costs/

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 Virginia School of Medicine below:

IN-STATE

In-State Friendliness:
Friendly

OUT-OF-STATE

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

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 University of Virginia School of Medicine:

University of Virginia School of Medicine Mission Statement:
To provide excellence, innovation, and superlative quality in the care of patients, the training of health professionals, and the creation and sharing of health knowledge within a culture that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusiveness.

For more information on the mission statement for University of Virginia School of Medicine, visit the following link: https://med.virginia.edu/policies/university-of-virginia-school-of-medicine-code-of-conduct/

Situational Judgement Tests

University of Virginia 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:
November 1
Secondary Application Deadline:
Dec 15
Secondary Application Fee:
$80
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:
Mid September
Interview Cycle End:
Early 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 University of Virginia 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

Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Human Behavior and Statistics

SOURCE: https://med.virginia.edu/md-program/admissions/admissions-to-uva-school-of-medicine/

Special Programs

Many schools have dual-degree programs for motivated applicants. View the ones offered at University of Virginia 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):
Yes
MD+MA (Master of Arts):
MD+MS (Master of Science):

Contact Information

View contact information (phone and email) available to contact University of Virginia School of Medicine below:

CONTACT #1

Title:
E-mail:
SOMADM@virginia.edu
Phone:

CONTACT #2

Title:
E-mail:
Phone:

Secondary Application Essay Prompts

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

Please briefly describe how the pandemic impacted your ability to pursue experiences like clinical work, shadowing, research, or community service.
Please list any and all future activities in clinical work, shadowing, research, or community service that you plan to pursue in the upcoming year.
Essays:
Why are you interested in attending the University of Virginia School of Medicine? What factors will be most important to you in choosing a medical school? Please answer the question in 350 words or less.
How will you contribute to the diversity of your medical school class and the University of Virginia School of Medicine? Please answer the question in 350 words or less.
Tell us about a challenge or obstacle you experienced. How did you manage it? Please answer the question in 350 words or less.

Interview Questions

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

What, in your opinion, is a significant challenge in healthcare today, and how would you address it?
Can you describe a community service or medical-related experience that was impactful for you?
How do you envision balancing personal life with a demanding career like medicine?
What inspired your passion for medicine?
Can you share your experience with research, if any?
Which emerging medical technology do you believe will significantly shape the future of medicine?
Could you share some of your hobbies and leisure activities?
If you've had experiences in healthcare systems outside your home country, what insights did you gain?
How do you manage stressful situations?
Can you describe a volunteering experience that was particularly meaningful to you?
In your view, how might healthcare delivery differ between rural and urban settings?
How would you approach a patient who continues to engage in unhealthy behaviors, like smoking?
What aspects of our medical school resonate with you?
What do you consider your strengths and areas of growth that will contribute to your medical journey?
Have any personal or familial experiences influenced your decision to study medicine?
If you've already chosen a field within medicine, what influenced that choice?
Are there specific medical specialties you're currently considering?
How do you believe your research experiences, if any, will contribute to your medical career?
Can you describe a meaningful activity you've participated in and your role within it?
How do you adapt to unexpected changes or challenges?
If a personal health experience in your family influenced your choice to study medicine, could you share more about it?
What are the key factors that make you interested in a particular medical school or program?
What are your thoughts on the current healthcare landscape?
Can you expand on any specific activities or experiences listed in your application?
(If applicant is a woman) As a woman, what challenges and opportunities do you foresee in a medical career?
If you've had experience in emergency settings, what have you taken away from it?
Why did you decide to pursue a career in medicine?
Can you share more about your journey leading up to your decision to enter the field of medicine?
Are you familiar with ethical considerations in medicine? If so, what's your perspective?
If not medicine, which other profession might you have considered?
How do you manage academic pressures?
What's your stance on physicians receiving gifts or incentives from pharmaceutical representatives?
How would you address a patient who declines treatment based on personal or cultural beliefs?
How do you plan to maintain a work-life balance during your medical studies?
If you've observed or participated in clinical cases, can you share an interesting experience?
What do you anticipate will be your greatest challenge in medical school?
What do you see as a pressing ethical dilemma in healthcare today?
How would you navigate situations where a patient feels uncomfortable participating in a clinical trial?
Where do you envision your medical career in a decade?
Can you describe any clinical experiences you've had and the insights you've gained from them?