4.92% Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at University of South Alabama College of Medicine is 4.92% for the 2024 admission. Here, the acceptance rate is the percentage of matriculated applicants. 1,586 people applied and 78 enrolled to the school.
The interview invitation rate of USA College of Medicine is 10.94%. 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, USA College of Medicine's acceptance rate is slightly higher than the average rate of 3.97%. The interview invitation rate is similar to the average rate of 11.08%.
University of South Alabama College of Medicine Admission Statistics
Acceptance RateInterview Invitation RateApplicantsMatriculated
University of South Alabama College of Medicine4.92%10.94%1,58678
All Medical Schools3.97%11.08%965,47722,980
Public4.91%11.78%492,96714,197
Private2.49%10.02%472,5108,783

Applicants and Matriculants by Gender and Residency

At USA College of Medicine, the men to women applicants ratio is 48 to 52 for the academic year 2023-2024. The in-state to out-of-state applicants ratio is 31 to 70.
For the matriculants, the men to wemen to ratio is 42 to 58 and the in-state to out-of-state ratio is 92 to 8 for 2024 admission.
Applicants and Matriculants by Gender and Residency Status
YearTotalBy GenderBy Residency
MenWomenAlabama ResidentsOut-of-State Residents
Applicants1,5867538313170
Matriculants783345928
Acceptance Rate4.92%4.38%5.42%302.62%11.08%

MCAT Scores and GPA

The 2023 average MCAT Score at University of South Alabama College of Medicine is 510 and the average GPA is 3.83 over 78 enrolled students. Compared to medical schools in U.S., USA College of Medicine' MCAT Score is similar to the average score of 512.
USA College of Medicine requires a minimum MCAT score of 503. 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 Alabama resident
MCAT ScoresGPA
University of South Alabama College of Medicine5103.83
All Medical Schools5123.77
Public5113.77
Private5143.77

Application Timeline & Requirements

Out-of-state applicants can also apply to USA College of Medicine, but it is important to note that 92.3% of last year's enrolled students were Alabama residents. State-funded medical schools, like USA College of Medicine, give priority to residential applicants. Out-of-state students who have excellent grades and experience, or who have contributed greatly to Alabama 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 1, 2024. To apply to University of South Alabama College 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 USA College of Medicine's application system by December 1, 2024. The secondary application fee for full-time M.D. program is $75 at USA College of Medicine.
The items in following table are the required items to University of South Alabama College of Medicine applicants. Double-check the requirements by contacting admission office or check the application requirement page.
USA College of Medicine 2025 Admission Timeline and Requirements
Early Decision (AMCAS)2024-08-01
Early Decision Secondary2024-09-01
Regular (AMCAS)2024-11-01
Regular Secondary2024-12-01
Secondary Application Fee$75
Minimum MCAT score of 503 required
Need to meet its Technical Standard
Prerequisites for USA College of Medicine Admission
SubjectSpecifications
Chemistry
  • 2 semester course(s) required or encouraged.
  • Lab experiences may be required.
Biology
  • 2 semester course(s) required or encouraged.
  • Lab experiences may be required.
Mathematics
  • 2 semester course(s) required or encouraged.
Organic Chemistry
  • 2 semester course(s) required or encouraged.
  • Lab experiences may be required.
Physics
  • 2 semester course(s) required or encouraged.
  • Lab experiences may be required.
Humanities
  • 1 semester course(s) required or encouraged.
Behavioral And Social Sciences
  • 1 semester course(s) required or encouraged.
  • Courses in psychology, sociology, history, anthropology, ethics, and/or courses in related subject areas.
English Composition Or Literature
  • 2 semester course(s) required or encouraged.
  • Writing-intensive courses