2.58% Acceptance Rate
The acceptance rate at University of Connecticut School of Medicine is 2.58% for the 2024 admission. Here, the acceptance rate is the percentage of matriculated applicants. 4,335 people applied and 112 enrolled to the school.
The interview invitation rate of UConn School of Medicine is 8.59%. 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, UConn School of Medicine's acceptance rate is much lower than the average rate of 3.97%. The interview invitation rate is lower than the average rate of 11.08%.
Compared to medical schools in Connecticut, UConn School of Medicine's acceptance rate is higher than the average rate of 1.83%.
| Acceptance Rate | Interview Invitation Rate | Applicants | Matriculated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Connecticut School of Medicine | 2.58% | 8.59% | 4,335 | 112 |
| All Medical Schools | 3.97% | 11.08% | 965,477 | 22,980 |
| Public | 4.91% | 11.78% | 492,967 | 14,197 |
| Private | 2.49% | 10.02% | 472,510 | 8,783 |
| Connecticut Medical Schools | 1.83% | 7.85% | 18,279 | 312 |
| Public | 2.58% | 8.59% | 4,335 | 112 |
| Private | 1.45% | 7.49% | 13,944 | 200 |
Applicants and Matriculants by Gender and Residency
At UConn School of Medicine, the men to women applicants ratio is 41 to 58 for the academic year 2023-2024. The in-state to out-of-state applicants ratio is 11 to 89.
For the matriculants, the men to wemen to ratio is 43 to 57 and the in-state to out-of-state ratio is 76 to 24 for 2024 admission.
| Year | Total | By Gender | By Residency | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Men | Women | Connecticut Residents | Out-of-State Residents | ||
| Applicants | 4,335 | 1,782 | 2,532 | 11 | 89 |
| Matriculants | 112 | 48 | 64 | 76 | 24 |
| Acceptance Rate | 2.58% | 2.70% | 2.53% | 696.33% | 27.05% |
MCAT Scores and GPA
The 2023 average MCAT Score at University of Connecticut School of Medicine is 513 and the average GPA is 3.8 over 112 enrolled students. Compared to medical schools in U.S., UConn School of Medicine' MCAT Score is similar to the average score of 512.
The school does not have minimum MCAT score but, the MCAT score range was 472-528 last year.
| MCAT Scores | GPA | |
|---|---|---|
| University of Connecticut School of Medicine | 513 | 3.8 |
| All Medical Schools | 512 | 3.77 |
| Public | 511 | 3.77 |
| Private | 514 | 3.77 |
| Connecticut Medical Schools | 515 | 3.79 |
| Public | 513 | 3.80 |
| Private | 516 | 3.78 |
Application Timeline & Requirements
Out-of-state applicants can also apply to UConn School of Medicine, but it is important to note that 75.9% of last year's enrolled students were Connecticut residents. State-funded medical schools, like UConn School of Medicine, give priority to residential applicants. Out-of-state students who have excellent grades and experience, or who have contributed greatly to Connecticut 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 2025 admission is November 15, 2024. To apply to University of Connecticut School of Medicine, 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 UConn School of Medicine's application system by December 31, 2024. The secondary application fee for full-time M.D. program is $85 at UConn School of Medicine.
The items in following table are the required items to University of Connecticut School of Medicine applicants. Double-check the requirements by contacting admission office or check the application requirement page.
Timeline & requirements
| Early Decision (AMCAS) | 2024-08-01 |
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| Regular (AMCAS) | 2024-11-15 |
| Regular Secondary | 2024-12-31 |
| Secondary Application Fee | $85 |
| Minimum MCAT score of 472-528 recommended | |
| Need to meet its Technical Standard | |
Prerequisites
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Data Source: https://medicine.uconn.edu/admissions/applying-to-the-md-or-md-mba-programs/