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University of Alabama School of Medicine
Introduction
Program | Email | Phone |
|---|---|---|
MD Program | medschool@uab.edu | (205)-934-2433 |
Diversity Program (Dr. Carlton Young) | cjyoung@uab.edu | (205)-934-7975 |
Address |
|---|
Alabama-Birmingham, Admissions and Enrollment Management, VH100, Birmingham, AL 35294-3412 |
- Lecture Attendance: Mandatory
- Pre-clinical grading: Pass/Fail
Mission Statement
The School of Medicine is dedicated to excellence in the education of physicians and scientists in all of the disciplines of medicine and biomedical investigation for careers in practice, teaching, and research. Central to this educational mission are the provision of outstanding medical care and services and the enhancement of new knowledge through clinical and basic biomedical research. We embrace the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s commitment to creating an inclusive environment that values differing perspectives and experiences. This diversity is essential to fulfilling the enduring mission of our medical school.
Acceptance Data
Overall Acceptance Rate
4.3%
Overall Acceptance Rate for Interviewed Applicants
41.4%
In-state Acceptance Rate
31.9%
In-state Acceptance Rate for Interviewed Applicants
66.8%
Out-of-state Acceptance Rate
0.8%
Out-of-state Acceptance Rate for Interviewed Applicants
13.4%
Enrollment, Degrees and Demographics
Total Current | Degrees Offered | Medically Underserved Population | Black | White | Asian |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
799 | MD, MD/PhD, MD/MBA | 24% | 7% | 78% | 12% |
Sex
Females
42%
Tuition
$
0
In-State
$
0
Out-of-State
Participation During PreMed
No Data Found
Percentage of students receiving financial aid?
82%
Average debt owed prior to starting medical school?
$129,000
Selection Factors
- Solid academic performance
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Evidence of service to others
- Empathy
- Emotional maturity
- Personal resilience
- Honesty
- Leadership ability
- Sense of purpose
- Experiences to promote an understanding of what it means to be a physician
- Preference given to those meeting the school's mission including: meeting healthcare needs of Alabama's underserved populations (urban and rural), careers in biomedical research/academics and primary care
GPA (median)
All Applicants
Overall GPA | Science GPA |
|---|---|
3.85 | 3.80 |
In-State Applicants
Overall GPA | Science GPA |
|---|---|
3.85 | 3.82 |
Out-of-State Applicants
Overall GPA | Science GPA |
|---|---|
3.84 | 3.77 |
MCAT (median)
All Applicants
Total | Physical Sciences | Critical Analysis | Biological Sciences | Social Sciences |
|---|---|---|---|---|
509 | 127 | 127 | 128 | 128 |
In-State Applicants
Total | Physical Sciences | Critical Analysis | Biological Sciences | Social Sciences |
|---|---|---|---|---|
509 | 127 | 127 | 127 | 128 |
Out-of-State Applicants
Total | Physical Sciences | Critical Analysis | Biological Sciences | Social Sciences |
|---|---|---|---|---|
512 | 128 | 127 | 128 | 129 |
Primary Application Data
0
Applications Received
0
Invited for an Interview
0
Matriculated
- Minumum and maximum number of letters of recommendation allowed: 3, 5
- Acceptance notice sent (earliest): October 5th, 2021
- Acceptance notice sent (latest): October 5th, 2021
Number Waitlisted | % Accepted off Waitlist |
|---|---|
109 | 55 |
Applied as disasdvantaged status?
15.7%
Secondary Application
Required | Sent To | Fee | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
Yes | All eligible | $95 | January 20, 2021 |
Interview Data (393 responses)
Interviews Sent | Format | Length |
|---|---|---|
August 2020 | 1:1 | 30-45 min each |
Interview Experience
Surprised by Interview Invite?
Yes
65%
Was the admissions office responsive and communicated efficiently?
Yes
78%
Would you characterize the inteviews as friendly and informal?
Yes
46%
Did your interviewer discuss research?
Yes
78%
Did your interviewer discuss your academic performance?
Yes
22%
Did your interviewer discuss your clinical/volunteer experience?
Yes
67%
Stress Level During Interview
No Data Found
Match List (Last Available Year)
Percentage completing competitive* residency?
67%
* Competitive residency defined by students from the graduating class entering plastic surgery, orthopedic surgery, neurosurgery, urology, dermatology, ophthalmology, general surgery or otolaryngology.
University of South Alabama College of Medicine
Introduction
Program | Email | Phone |
|---|---|---|
MD Program | mscott@southalabama.edu | (251) 460-7176 |
Diversity Program (Ms LoRen Burroughs) | lburroughs@southalabama.edu | (251) 460-7334 |
Address |
|---|
Univ of South Alabama COM,
College of Medicine Office of Admissions,
CSAB 337,
Mobile, AL 36688-3053 USA
|
- Lecture Attendance: Sometimes
- Pre-clinical grading: Pass/Fail
Mission Statement
As a diverse community focused on the science and practice of medicine for Alabama, the Central Gulf Coast, and beyond: We educate, We discover, We serve.”
Acceptance Data
Overall Acceptance Rate
5.2%
Overall Acceptance Rate for Interviewed Applicants
42.9%
In-state Acceptance Rate
16.7%
In-state Acceptance Rate for Interviewed Applicants
39.5%
Out-of-state Acceptance Rate
10.8%
Out-of-state Acceptance Rate for Interviewed Applicants
62.5%
Enrollment, Degrees and Demographics
Total Current | Degrees Offered | Medically Underserved Population | Black | White | Asian |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
294 | MD, MD/MBA | 24% | 10.8% | 60.8% | 21.6% |
Sex
Females
57%
Tuition
$
0
In-State
$
0
Out-of-State
Participation During PreMed
No Data Found
Percentage of students receiving financial aid?
90%
Average debt owed prior to starting medical school?
$158,602
Selection Factors
- Solid academic performance
- Evidence of service to others
- Emotional maturity
- Personal resilience
- Honesty
- Sense of purpose
- Experiences to promote an understanding of what it means to be a physician
- Preference given to those meeting the school's mission including: meeting healthcare needs of Alabama's underserved populations (urban and rural), careers in biomedical research/academics and primary care
GPA (median)
All Applicants
Overall GPA | Science GPA |
|---|---|
3.90 | 3.87 |
In-State Applicants
Overall GPA | Science GPA |
|---|---|
3.90 | 3.87 |
Out-of-State Applicants
Overall GPA | Science GPA |
|---|---|
3.96 | 3.95 |
MCAT (median)
All Applicants
Total | Physical Sciences | Critical Analysis | Biological Sciences | Social Sciences |
|---|---|---|---|---|
509 | 127 | 127 | 127 | 128 |
In-State Applicants
Total | Physical Sciences | Critical Analysis | Biological Sciences | Social Sciences |
|---|---|---|---|---|
509 | 127 | 127 | 127 | 128 |
Out-of-State Applicants
Total | Physical Sciences | Critical Analysis | Biological Sciences | Social Sciences |
|---|---|---|---|---|
505 | 127 | 126 | 127 | 129 |
Primary Application Data
0
Applications Received
0
Invited for an Interview
0
Matriculated
- Minumum and maximum number of letters of recommendation allowed: 5, 5
- Acceptance notice sent (earliest): 7/31/20
- Acceptance notice sent (latest): 11/1/20
Number Waitlisted | % Accepted off Waitlist |
|---|---|
40 | 80 |
Applied as disasdvantaged status?
8%
Secondary Application
Required | Sent To | Fee | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
Yes | All | $75 | 12/1/20 |
Interview Data (393 responses)
Interviews Sent | Format | Length |
|---|---|---|
Sent 9/2/20 early, everyone 10/1/20 | 1:1 with 3 interviews | 45 minutes |
Interview Experience
Surprised by Interview Invite?
Yes
66%
Was the admissions office responsive and communicated efficiently?
Yes
65%
Would you characterize the inteviews as friendly and informal?
Yes
45%
Did your interviewer discuss research?
Yes
20%
Did your interviewer discuss your academic performance?
Yes
25%
Did your interviewer discuss your clinical/volunteer experience?
Yes
65%
Stress Level During Interview
No Data Found
Match List (Last Available Year)
Percentage completing competitive* residency?
18%
