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University of New Mexico School of Medicine
Introduction

Program | Email | Phone |
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MD Program | somadmissions@salud.unm.edu | (505) 272-4766,
(505) 925-6031
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Diversity contact (Valerie Romero-Leggott)
| VRomero@salud.unm.edu | (505) 272-2728 |
Address |
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University of New Mexico School of Medicine,
University of New Mexico Health ,Sciences Center,
Office of Admissions, MSC09 5085,
Albuquerque, NM 87131 USA
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- Lecture Attendance: Not Required
- Pre-clinical grading: Pass/Fail
Mission Statement
The mission of the University of New Mexico School of Medicine is to advance the health of all New Mexicans by educating and increasing the diversity of health professionals, leaders and scientists; providing outstanding and compassionate medical care; advocating for the health of all New Mexicans and pursuing new knowledge and excellence of practice.
Acceptance Data
Overall Acceptance Rate
6.6%
Overall Acceptance Rate for Interviewed Applicants
53.2%
In-state Acceptance Rate
41.2%
In-state Acceptance Rate for Interviewed Applicants
50.2%
Out-of-state Acceptance Rate
0.1%
Out-of-state Acceptance Rate for Interviewed Applicants
6.4%
Enrollment, Degrees and Demographics
Total Current | Degrees Offered | Medically Underserved Population | Black | White | Asian |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
455 | MD, MD/PhD, BS/MD, MD/MPH | 60% | 3.8% | 47.5% | 17.4% |
Sex
Females
56.3%
Tuition
$
0
In-State
$
0
Out-of-State
Participation During PreMed
No Data Found
Percentage of students receiving financial aid?
92%
Average debt owed prior to starting medical school?
$154,444
Selection Factors
- In general
- Only those applicants with ties to the state of New Mexico
- Federally recognized American Indian Tribes and Alaska Natives and Villages (AI/AN)
- And residents of WICHE states (Montana and Wyoming) will receive consideration for admission
- Scholastic achievement
- Performance on the MCAT
- Personal statement
- Interviews
- Letters of recommendation
GPA (median)
All Applicants
Overall GPA | Science GPA |
---|---|
3.80 | 3.71 |
In-State Applicants
Overall GPA | Science GPA |
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3.80 | 3.70 |
Out-of-State Applicants
Overall GPA | Science GPA |
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3.72 | 3.68 |
MCAT (median)
All Applicants
Total | Physical Sciences | Critical Analysis | Biological Sciences | Social Sciences |
---|---|---|---|---|
506 | 126 | 126 | 127 | 127 |
In-State Applicants
Total | Physical Sciences | Critical Analysis | Biological Sciences | Social Sciences |
---|---|---|---|---|
505 | 126 | 126 | 127 | 127 |
Out-of-State Applicants
Total | Physical Sciences | Critical Analysis | Biological Sciences | Social Sciences |
---|---|---|---|---|
512 | 128 | 126 | 129 | 129 |
Primary Application Data
0
Applications Received
0
Invited for an Interview
0
Matriculated
- Minumum and maximum number of letters of recommendation allowed: 3,4
- Acceptance notice sent (earliest): January 12 2021
- Acceptance notice sent (latest): July 12, 2021
Number Waitlisted | % Accepted off Waitlist |
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40 | 63% |
Applied as disasdvantaged status?
18%
Secondary Application
Required | Sent To | Fee | Deadline |
---|---|---|---|
Yes | Screened applicants | $100 | 2 weeks |
Interview Data (121 responses)
Interviews Sent | Format | Length |
---|---|---|
July 30th through January 30th | Two one-on-one interviews by committee members | 30-45 minutes each |
Interview Experience
Surprised by Interview Invite?
Yes
47%
Was the admissions office responsive and communicated efficiently?
Yes
64%
Would you characterize the inteviews as friendly and informal?
Yes
43%
Did your interviewer discuss research?
Yes
37%
Did your interviewer discuss your academic performance?
Yes
42%
Did your interviewer discuss your clinical/volunteer experience?
Yes
58%
Stress Level During Interview
No Data Found
Match List (Last Available Year)
Percentage completing competitive* residency?
18%