1.80% Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson is 1.80% for the 2025 admission. Here, the acceptance rate is the percentage of matriculated applicants. 6,489 people applied and 117 enrolled to the school.
The interview invitation rate of UA College of Medicine - Tucson is 7.59%. Interview rate is the percentage of applicants who are invited to an admissions interview. (read more about acceptance and interview rates.)
Compared to all medical schools' rate, UA College of Medicine - Tucson's acceptance rate is much lower than the average rate of 4.04%. The interview invitation rate is much lower than the average rate of 13.66%.
Compared to medical schools in Arizona, UA College of Medicine - Tucson's acceptance rate is slightly lower than the average rate of 2.01%.
University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Admission Statistics
Acceptance RateInterview Invitation RateApplicantsMatriculated
University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson1.80%7.59%6,489117
All Medical Schools4.04%13.66%939,37922,650
Public5.04%16.03%477,51114,110
Private2.45%9.97%461,8688,540
Arizona Medical Schools2.01%9.21%17,625353
Public1.80%7.59%6,489117
Private2.12%10.02%11,136236

Applicants and Matriculants by Gender and Residency

At UA College of Medicine - Tucson, the men to women applicants ratio is 45 to 54 for the academic year 2024-2025. The in-state to out-of-state applicants ratio is 10 to 90.
For the matriculants, the men to wemen to ratio is 42 to 57 and the in-state to out-of-state ratio is 71 to 29 for 2025 admission.
Applicants and Matriculants by Gender and Residency Status
YearTotalBy GenderBy Residency
MenWomenArizona ResidentsOut-of-State Residents
Applicants6,4892,9203,524675 (10.4%)5,814 (89.6%)
Matriculants117496783 (70.9%)34 (29.1%)
Acceptance Rate1.80%1.68%1.90%12.29%0.59%

MCAT Scores and GPA

For the 2025 admission, average MCAT Score at University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson is 511 and the average GPA is 3.84 over 117 enrolled students. Compared to medical schools in U.S., UA College of Medicine - Tucson' MCAT Score is similar to the average score of 513.
UA College of Medicine - Tucson requires a minimum MCAT score of 498. Public medical schools generally require higher MCAT scores for out-of-state students (non-residents), so check the school's admissions page if you are not a Arizona resident
MCAT ScoresGPA
University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson5113.84
All Medical Schools5133.84
Public5123.84
Private5143.84
Arizona Medical Schools5173.89
Public5113.84
Private5203.91

MAT score and GPA Trends

The following table shows the changes of GPA and MCAT scores at UA College of Medicine - Tucson.
MCAT ScoreGPA OverallBCPM (Science) GPA
20225093.72-
20235103.773.69
20245083.74-
20255113.84-

Application Timeline & Requirements

Out-of-state applicants can also apply to UA College of Medicine - Tucson, but it is important to note that 70.9% of last year's enrolled students were Arizona residents. State-funded medical schools, like UA College of Medicine - Tucson, give priority to residential applicants. Out-of-state students who have excellent grades and experience, or who have contributed greatly to Arizona state, have a chance of being accepted.
Additionally, it may require out-of-state applicants to have a higher GPA and MCAT score than in-state applicants.
The primary application deadline for fall 2026 admission is November 13, 2025. To apply to University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson, applicants are required to complete an application on AMCAS (American Medical College Application Service.
Although there are set application deadlines, most medical schools prefer early applicants regardless of their rolling admissions policies. Therefore, applying early rather than waiting for the deadline can be a good way to get accepted.
After applying to AMCAS, applicants must submit secondary application to UA College of Medicine - Tucson's application system by December 15, 2025. The secondary application fee for full-time M.D. program is $95 at UA College of Medicine - Tucson.
The items in following table are the required items to University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson applicants. Double-check the requirements by contacting admission office or check the application requirement page.
UA College of Medicine - Tucson 2026 Admission Timeline and Requirements
Regular (AMCAS)2025-11-13
Regular Secondary2025-12-15
Secondary Application Fee$95
Minimum MCAT score of 498 required
Need to meet its Technical Standard
Prerequisites for UA College of Medicine - Tucson Admission
SubjectSpecifications
Physiology
  • 2 semester course(s) required or encouraged.
Biochemistry
  • 2 semester course(s) required or encouraged.
Social & Behavioral Sciences
  • 1 semester course(s) required or encouraged.
  • Courses in psychology, sociology, history, anthropology, ethics, and/or courses in related subject areas.
Statistics
  • 1 semester course(s) required or encouraged.
English
  • 2 semester course(s) required or encouraged.
  • Writing-intensive courses