University of New Mexico School of Medicine Admission Stats and Requirements & Deadlines
5.38% Acceptance Rate
The acceptance rate at University of New Mexico School of Medicine is 5.38% for the 2024 admission. Here, the acceptance rate is the percentage of matriculated applicants. 1,729 people applied and 93 enrolled to the school.
The interview invitation rate of UNM School of Medicine is 12.29%. 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, UNM School of Medicine's acceptance rate is higher than the average rate of 3.97%. The interview invitation rate is slightly higher than the average rate of 11.08%.
University of New Mexico School of Medicine Admission Statistics
Acceptance Rate
Interview Invitation Rate
Applicants
Matriculated
University of New Mexico School of Medicine
5.38%
12.29%
1,729
93
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 New Mexico School of Medicine Acceptance Rate Chart
Applicants and Matriculants by Gender and Residency
At UNM School of Medicine, the men to women applicants ratio is 48 to 51 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 45 to 54 and the in-state to out-of-state ratio is 94 to 7 for 2024 admission.
Applicants and Matriculants by Gender and Residency Status
Year
Total
By Gender
By Residency
Men
Women
New Mexico Residents
Out-of-State Residents
Applicants
1,729
828
885
11
89
Matriculants
93
42
50
94
7
Acceptance Rate
5.38%
5.08%
5.65%
827.43%
7.33%
MCAT Scores and GPA
The 2023 average MCAT Score at University of New Mexico School of Medicine is 507 and the average GPA is 3.72 over 93 enrolled students. Compared to medical schools in U.S., UNM School of Medicine' MCAT Score is similar to the average score of 512.
UNM School of Medicine requires a minimum MCAT score of 494. 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 New Mexico resident
MCAT Scores
GPA
University of New Mexico School of Medicine
507
3.72
All Medical Schools
512
3.77
Public
511
3.77
Private
514
3.77
University of New Mexico School of MedicineMCAT Score and GPA Chart
MAT score and GPA Trends
The following table shows the changes of GPA and MCAT scores at UNM School of Medicine.
MCAT Score
GPA Overall
BCPM (Science) GPA
2022
506
3.74
-
2023
506
3.72
-
2024
507
3.72
-
Application Timeline & Requirements
Out-of-state applicants can also apply to UNM School of Medicine, but it is important to note that 93.5% of last year's enrolled students were New Mexico residents. State-funded medical schools, like UNM School of Medicine, give priority to residential applicants. Out-of-state students who have excellent grades and experience, or who have contributed greatly to New Mexico 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 New Mexico 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.
The secondary application fee for full-time M.D. program is $100 at UNM School of Medicine.
The items in following table are the required items to University of New Mexico School of Medicine applicants. Double-check the requirements by contacting admission office or check the application requirement page.
