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Gaining admission to Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific is Moderately Competitive. Applicants typically have an average GPA of 3.49 and an average MCAT score of 505.

📊 STATISTICS

To summarize, listed below are the most important academic statistics for Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific applicants:

Average GPA: 3.49

Average MCAT: 505

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 Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific is below.

In-State Tuition: $63008

Out-of-State Tuition: $63008

For more information about tuition at Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, visit the following link: https://www.westernu.edu/osteopathic/programs/doctor-of-osteopathic-medicine/tuition-scholarships-ca/

😀 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 Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific below:

🏠 IN-STATE

In-State Friendliness: Neutral

🚗 OUT-OF-STATE

Accepts Out-of-State: Yes

Out-of-State Friendliness: Neutral

✈️ INTERNATIONAL

Accepts Canadian: Yes

Accepts International: Yes

International Friendliness: 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 Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific:

Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific Mission Statement:

The Mission of the College (COMP and COMP-Northwest): is to prepare students to become technically competent, culturally sensitive, professional and compassionate physicians who are prepared for graduate medical education, who are lifelong learners, and who will serve society by providing comprehensive, patient centered healthcare with the distinctive osteopathic philosophy. This is accomplished through excellence in curriculum, translational research, service, osteopathic clinical practice and the enhancement of osteopathic graduate medical education.

For more information on the mission statement for Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, visit the following link: https://www.westernu.edu/osteopathic/about/

🤷‍♂️ SITUATIONAL JUDGEMENT TESTS

Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific does not require the completion of either the CASPer® nor the AAMC PREview™ examinations.

CASPer®: Yes

AAMC PREview™: 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:

Secondary Application Deadline: NA

Secondary Application Deadline: $NaN

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: 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 Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific 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?

Required

🧪 CHEMISTRY

GenChem = General Chemistry

OChem = Organic Chemistry

Biochem = Biochemistry

GenChem Semester Hours:

GenChem Lab?

Required

OChem Semester Hours:

OChem Lab?

Required

Biochem Semester Hours:

Biochem Lab?

Not Required

Biochemistry recommended.

🫀 BIOLOGY

GenBio = General Biology

HL Bio = Higher Level Biology

GenBio Semester Hours:

GenBio Lab?

Required

HL Bio Semester Hours:

HL Bio Lab?

Not Required

Genetics and Physiology recommended.

🔍 HUMANITIES & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

Semester Hours:

✍️ ENGLISH/WRITING

Semester Hours:

📈 MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS

Mathematics Semester Hours:

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OTHER REQUIRED COURSES

OTHER RECOMMENDED COURSES

SOURCE: https://www.westernu.edu/osteopathic/programs/doctor-of-osteopathic-medicine/requirements/

🎓 SPECIAL PROGRAMS

Many schools have dual-degree programs for motivated applicants. View the ones offered at Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific 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 Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific below:

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📝 SECONDARY APPLICATION ESSAY PROMPTS

Below are the past secondary (supplemental) application essay prompts for Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific.

What experience observing a DO solidified your desire/ambition to become an osteopathic physician? (This could be a formal shadowing experience (one-on-one with a physician), scribing, observing your own physician, friend, or family member who is a DO). (500 words)

If you have not had the opportunity to shadow/observe a DO why is it important to you to become an osteopathic physician? (500 words)

What was your most memorable community service activity and how did your activity benefit the community? (500 words)

How does the COMP Mission statement align with your values? (500 words)

Why do you want to attend COMP? (500 words)

What does diversity, equity, and inclusion mean to you and why are they important? (500 words)

Have you participated in research? (Yes/No)

If yes, briefly describe your role and what skills you gained from participation in the research. (500 words)

Please provide us with the link to the publication or abstract if possible.

Did you contribute to the published work as an author/coauthor? (Yes/No)

Briefly discuss any extenuating circumstances which you feel are pertinent to your application (poor grades, course withdrawals, lapse in your education, etc.). (500 words)

If you have not taken any coursework for over 3 years, please explain why and what you have been doing during that period of time. (500 words)

Are you a transfer applicant? (Yes/No)

🙋‍♀️ INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

Below are common interview questions that you might encounter on your important day for Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific.

What are your strengths and weaknesses, and how would they impact your medical school experience?

What do you think are the major problems in healthcare today?

What is an ethical issue facing medicine today and what are your thoughts on it?

How did your experiences lead you to apply for medical school?

How would you improve healthcare given the current budget?

If you had $100 million for healthcare, where would you allocate the funds?

How do you define diversity?

How did you become interested in primary care?

How would you handle the challenges of medical school?

What are your goals in life and how does medicine fit into those goals?

How did you prepare for the MCAT?

Have you ever been involved in conflict and how did you handle it?

Why did you choose WesternU and osteopathic medicine over other options?

(If applicable) Explain any discrepancies in your academic record.

How do you handle stress and difficult situations?

What leadership experience have you had?

Describe your research experience.

How would you handle the high academic workload of medical school?

Have you had any experience with shadowing DO physicians?

Tell us about your hospital volunteer experience.

How have you prepared for medical school and what steps have you taken to confirm your interest in medicine and osteopathic medicine?

Explain your research and its significance.

How have you demonstrated cultural sensitivity in your experiences?

What qualities do you possess that would make you a good physician?

What are your thoughts on the current political debate surrounding healthcare?

How do you feel about the integration of technology and artificial intelligence in the future of medicine?

How do you think your background or upbringing will contribute to the diversity of your medical class?

What role do you see physicians playing in the broader community outside of direct patient care?

In what ways do you think medical education should evolve to better prepare doctors for the future?

How do you envision balancing your personal life and the demands of a medical career?

Can you provide an example of when you had to advocate for a patient or individual in a healthcare setting?

How do you see the relationship between research and clinical practice in medicine?

What are your views on holistic or integrative medicine in today's healthcare landscape?

Describe a time you received critical feedback and how you responded.

How do you plan to stay updated with the ever-evolving medical knowledge and techniques during your career?

Given the rise of global health issues, how do you view the role of a physician on the international stage?

What is your opinion on the importance of inter-professional collaboration in healthcare?

How would you approach a situation where a patient's wishes conflict with your medical judgment?

Describe a situation when you had to make a difficult decision in a team setting.

How do you handle the emotional and mental challenges of being exposed to illness, death, and grieving families?

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