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Washington University St. Louis School of Medicine

St. Louis, MO Class Size: 125
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Gaining admission to Washington University St. Louis School of Medicine is Ultra Competitive. Applicants typically have an average GPA of 3.95 and an average MCAT score of 521.

Statistics

To summarize, listed below are the most important academic statistics for Washington University St. Louis School of Medicine applicants:

Average GPA:
3.95
Average MCAT:
521
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 Washington University St. Louis School of Medicine is below.

In-State Tuition:
$67000
Out-of-State Tuition:
$67000

For more information about tuition at Washington University St. Louis School of Medicine, visit the following link: https://mdadmissions.wustl.edu/how-to-apply/financial-aid/cost-of-education/

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 Washington University St. Louis 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 Washington University St. Louis School of Medicine:

Washington University St. Louis School of Medicine Mission Statement:
Washington University School of Medicine’s mission is to lead in advancing human health through the promotion of wellness and delivery of outstanding health care, innovative research and the education of tomorrow’s leaders in biomedicine within a culture that supports diversity, inclusion, critical thinking and creativity.

For more information on the mission statement for Washington University St. Louis School of Medicine, visit the following link: https://diversity.med.wustl.edu/about/mission-vision/#:~:text=Washington%20University%20School%20of%20Medicine%E2%80%99s%20mission%20is%20to,that%20supports%20diversity%2C%20inclusion%2C%20critical%20thinking%20and%20creativity.

Situational Judgement Tests

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

CASPer®:
No
AAMC PREviewâ„¢:
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 22
Secondary Application Deadline:
Nov 22
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.

Below are some other helpful dates:

Interview Cycle Start:
Sep 15
Interview Cycle End:
February
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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 Washington University St. Louis 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:
6
Lab?
Not Required

Labs are recommended, but are not required.

CHEMISTRY

GenChem = General Chemistry

OChem = Organic Chemistry

Biochem = Biochemistry

GenChem Semester Hours:
6
GenChem Lab?
Not Required
OChem Semester Hours:
6
OChem Lab?
Not Required
Biochem Semester Hours:
Biochem Lab?
Not Required

Labs are recommended, but are not required. One semester of biochemistry may be substituted for one semester of organic chemistry. A course in biochemistry, though not required, is encouraged.

BIOLOGY

GenBio = General Biology

HL Bio = Higher Level Biology

GenBio Semester Hours:
6
GenBio Lab?
Not Required
HL Bio Semester Hours:
HL Bio Lab?
Not Required

Labs are recommended, but are not required.

HUMANITIES & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

Semester Hours:

not needed

ENGLISH/WRITING

Semester Hours:

not needed

MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS

Mathematics Semester Hours:
6
Statistics Semester Hours:

Statistics or Biostatistics may be substituted for one semester of calculus.

OTHER REQUIRED COURSES

OTHER RECOMMENDED COURSES

SOURCE: https://mdadmissions.wustl.edu/how-to-apply/requirements/

Special Programs

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

CONTACT #1

Title:
E-mail:
mdadmissions@wustl.edu
Phone:

CONTACT #2

Title:
E-mail:
Phone:

Secondary Application Essay Prompts

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

Describe a time or situation where you have been unsuccessful or failed. (3000 characters)
(OPTIONAL) Is there anything else you would like to share with the Committee on Admissions? Some applicants use this space to describe unique experiences, obstacles, and/or challenges they faced in their journey to medical school. (3000 characters)
(OPTIONAL) Are you still a full-time student? If no, describe in chronological order your activities during the time(s) when you were not enrolled as a full-time student. (2000 characters)

Interview Questions

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

What do you think about the healthcare disparities facing certain populations?
How would you address the issue of the uninsured population?
Why WUSTL?
What do you think is the most important public health issue today and how would you address it?
How have you grown and matured during your college years?
How do you handle stress?
Tell me about your family and how they have influenced your decision to pursue medicine.
What do you think will be the biggest healthcare issue in the future?
What influenced you to choose your undergraduate institution and major?
Tell me about your research and its potential impact on medicine.
What do you do in your free time?
What do you do to relax or handle stress?
What is your greatest strength and weakness as a future physician?
What qualities do you possess that would make you a good doctor?
Can you explain your interest in a specific specialty or field of medicine?
How would you approach the problem of opioid addiction in the US?
What do you think is the biggest problem in healthcare today?
Are there any medical ethics or health policy issues that particularly interest you?
What have you learned from your clinical volunteer experiences?
What is your opinion on physician-assisted suicide?
Describe a time when you faced adversity and how you dealt with it.
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
What do you think about the current healthcare system reform?
How did you become interested in medicine?
How did you decide to pursue medicine as a career?
Is there anything in particular you want the admissions committee to know about you that is not in your application?
Have you had any experience working with disadvantaged populations?
Do you have any concerns about the healthcare field?
Can you describe your research experiences in detail?
Can you describe a time when you faced a difficult decision and how you resolved it?
What experiences or activities have you been involved in since graduation?
Can you tell me about yourself and your background?
Do you think a doctor's personal beliefs should influence their treatment of patients?
Why do you want to become a doctor?
What are your views on cultural competency in healthcare?
How would you balance the demands of a career in medicine with your personal life?
What are your thoughts on healthcare disparities and how would you address them?
How would you address the problem of physician burnout?
How have your experiences validated your choice of medicine as a career?
How do you see yourself contributing to the medical field and making a difference?
What challenges do you think you will encounter when practicing medicine?