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Gaining admission to Wayne State University School of Medicine is Moderately Competitive. Applicants typically have an average GPA of 3.83 and an average MCAT score of 513.

📊 STATISTICS

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

Average GPA: 3.83

Average MCAT: 513

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 Wayne State University School of Medicine is below.

In-State Tuition: $40000

Out-of-State Tuition: $67000

For more information about tuition at Wayne State University School of Medicine, visit the following link: https://recordsandreg.med.wayne.edu/tuition

😀 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 Wayne State University 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 Wayne State University School of Medicine:

Wayne State University School of Medicine Mission Statement:

We will educate a diverse student body in an urban setting and within a culture of inclusion, through high quality education, clinical excellence, pioneering research, local investment in our community and innovative technology, to prepare physician and biomedical scientific leaders to achieve health and wellness for our society.

For more information on the mission statement for Wayne State University School of Medicine, visit the following link: https://www.med.wayne.edu/about/strategic-plan#:~:text=Our%20Mission%3A%20We%20will%20educate,leaders%20to%20achieve%20health%20and

🤷‍♂️ SITUATIONAL JUDGEMENT TESTS

Wayne State University 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: December 31

Secondary Application Deadline: Feb 8

Secondary Application Deadline: $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: August

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 Wayne State 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

🧪 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

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

Upper-level biology recommended.

🔍 HUMANITIES & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

Semester Hours:

Social science and medical ethics recommended.

✍️ ENGLISH/WRITING

Semester Hours:

Writing course requirement.

📈 MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS

Mathematics Semester Hours:

Statistics Semester Hours:

Statistics and mathematics strongly recommended.

OTHER REQUIRED COURSES

OTHER RECOMMENDED COURSES

One laboratory in biology, chemistry, or physics is not required but is highly recommended. Medical ethics recommended.

SOURCE: https://www.med.wayne.edu/admissions/preparation

🎓 SPECIAL PROGRAMS

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

CONTACT #1

Title

E-mail

mdadmissions@wayne.edu

Phone

CONTACT #2

Title

E-mail

Phone

📝 SECONDARY APPLICATION ESSAY PROMPTS

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

When reflecting on the roles and responsibilities of a physician, discuss what appeals and does not appeal to you. (1250 characters)

How would you address the inconsistencies between medical information and disinformation? How do these inconsistencies impact patients and society? (1250 characters)

List healthcare issues faced by marginalized communities and include their impact on social determinants of health. How would you address them? (1250 characters)

Which of your experiences or activities align with WSU SOM’s mission? Please discuss how. (1250 characters)

Please answer if you have had a gap (career change, re-applicant, additional education, etc.). A “gap” is defined as a period of time between the end of your undergraduate education and the start of medical school. What activities have you participated in or plan to participate in during this period? How does this relate to your future career in medicine? (1250 characters) Please mark N/A if this does not apply to you.

🙋‍♀️ INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

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

What do you do for fun or to relax outside of your academic pursuits?

Tell me about yourself and your journey towards medical school.

What do you fear about becoming a doctor?

What impact do you hope to have in underserved or underprivileged communities?

Why will you choose Wayne State, if accepted to other schools?

What do you consider to be the most significant lesson from your volunteer or community service experiences?

What do you think are the most important issues in healthcare reform?

If you could not be a doctor, what profession would you choose?

What do you think about the concept of medical equity vs. equality?

What are your greatest strengths and weaknesses as a future physician?

How do you think your healthcare experiences have prepared you for medical school?

How would you address the issue of healthcare access and affordability?

(If applicable) Can you explain any significant changes or improvements in your academic performance?

How do you plan to balance your personal life with the demands of medical school?

How did your family influence your decision to pursue medicine?

What are your career goals as a physician?

What do you think are the biggest challenges facing physicians today?

If you could have lunch with one person, living or dead, who would it be and why?

How do you handle stress and maintain a balance in your life?

How did you prepare for the MCAT?

What activities or experiences demonstrate your leadership skills?

How would you handle difficult patients or situations in the medical field?

Do you have any questions or concerns about the curriculum at Wayne State?

How do you approach diversity and cultural differences in your interactions with patients?

Describe a time when your principles were challenged.

Why did you ask (person) for a recommendation letter?

Why do you want to be a doctor?

How would you handle a patient seeking medical information or advice from the internet?

Who has been the most influential in your decision to pursue medicine?

What insights did you gain from your clinical experiences?

How did you choose your undergraduate institution?

(If applicable) Can you explain your research experience and its significance?

What do you foresee as potential challenges in medical school?

(If applicable) Can you discuss any inconsistencies or weaknesses in your academic record?

(If applicable) What strategies did you use to improve your MCAT score?

What role do you believe physicians should play in community involvement?

How do you view the integration of technology and medicine?

How would you handle ethical dilemmas in medicine?

In what ways do you intend to stay updated with medical advancements during your career?

How do you envision the future of healthcare, and what role do you see yourself playing in it?

Explain how the COVID vaccine works.

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