University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine Admission Stats and Requirements & Deadlines
4.21% Acceptance Rate
The acceptance rate at University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine is 4.21% for the 2024 admission. Here, the acceptance rate is the percentage of matriculated applicants. 1,664 people applied and 70 enrolled to the school.
The interview invitation rate of UL-Reno School of Medicine is 21.64%. 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, UL-Reno School of Medicine's acceptance rate is slightly higher than the average rate of 3.97%. The interview invitation rate is much higher than the average rate of 11.08%.
University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine Admission Statistics
Acceptance Rate
Interview Invitation Rate
Applicants
Matriculated
University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine
4.21%
21.64%
1,664
70
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
University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine Acceptance Rate Chart
Applicants and Matriculants by Gender and Residency
At UL-Reno School of Medicine, the men to women applicants ratio is 47 to 53 for the academic year 2023-2024. The in-state to out-of-state applicants ratio is 18 to 82.
For the matriculants, the men to wemen to ratio is 44 to 56 and the in-state to out-of-state ratio is 83 to 17 for 2024 admission.
Applicants and Matriculants by Gender and Residency Status
Year
Total
By Gender
By Residency
Men
Women
Nevada Residents
Out-of-State Residents
Applicants
1,664
775
880
18
82
Matriculants
70
31
39
83
17
Acceptance Rate
4.21%
4.00%
4.43%
468.36%
20.78%
MCAT Scores and GPA
The 2023 average MCAT Score at University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine is 509 and the average GPA is 3.77 over 70 enrolled students. Compared to medical schools in U.S., UL-Reno School of Medicine' MCAT Score is similar to the average score of 512.
UL-Reno School of Medicine requires a minimum MCAT score of 497. 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 Nevada resident
MCAT Scores
GPA
University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine
509
3.77
All Medical Schools
512
3.77
Public
511
3.77
Private
514
3.77
University of Nevada, Reno School of MedicineMCAT Score and GPA Chart
Application Timeline & Requirements
Out-of-state applicants can also apply to UL-Reno School of Medicine, but it is important to note that 82.9% of last year's enrolled students were Nevada residents. State-funded medical schools, like UL-Reno School of Medicine, give priority to residential applicants. Out-of-state students who have excellent grades and experience, or who have contributed greatly to Nevada 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 October 1, 2024. To apply to University of Nevada, Reno 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 UL-Reno School of Medicine's application system by December 1, 2024. The secondary application fee for full-time M.D. program is $75 at UL-Reno School of Medicine.
The items in following table are the required items to University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine applicants. Double-check the requirements by contacting admission office or check the application requirement page.
