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*Degree: Minimum of 90 hours of college credit
 
*Degree: Minimum of 90 hours of college credit
 
*Required Courses  
 
*Required Courses  
**A minimum of 1 semester of general chemistry with lab
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**Biochemistry
**A minimum of 1 semester of organic chemistry with lab
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**Cellular Biology
**A minimum of 1 semester of biochemistry (lab optional)
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**Math (1 semester of Calculus or AP equivalent)
**One year of biology with lab; a course in cell and/or molecular biology is strongly recommended
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**Expository Writing (2 semesters)
**One year of college English or a university writing course
 
**One year of physics with lab
 
**One semester of calculus plus one semester of an additional college-level math, statistics or biostatistics are strongly recommended
 
***The above required courses must be successfully completed within seven years before starting the Medicine program.
 
  
*All applicants must also have taken the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT), administered by:
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For more information, click [http://dukemed.duke.edu/modules/ooa_applicant/index.php?id=21 here]
** American College Testing Programs and Services  PO Box 414  Iowa City, Iowa 52240
 
 
 
For more information, click [http://dukemed.duke.edu/modules/ooa_applicant/index.php?id=21 here] and [http://registrar.duke.edu/bulletins/medicine/2008-09/html/medbltn2008-09-07-1.html#wp1000644 here]
 
 
 
====GPA====
 
*The University does not have a cut-off GPA available, although median GPA scores of accepted students are available for 2008:
 
**Overall GPA median: 3.85
 
**Science GPA Median: 3.84
 
For a summary of the median GPAs, click [http://www.washington.edu/uaa/gateway/advising/downloads/gpamcat.pdf here]
 
  
 
====MCAT====
 
====MCAT====
*The University does not have a cut-off MCAT score available, although the mean MCAT score is available for 2008: 11.7 Q
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*The University does not have a cut-off MCAT score available
*MCAT must have been written within 4 years of application deadline
 
For a summary of the mean MCAT score, click [http://www.washington.edu/uaa/gateway/advising/downloads/gpamcat.pdf here]<br>
 
For more information on the MCAT, click [http://www.registrar.duke.edu/bulletins/medicine/ here]
 
  
 
====Supporting Documents====
 
====Supporting Documents====
 
*American Medical College Applications Service (AMCAS) application form
 
*American Medical College Applications Service (AMCAS) application form
 
*Duke University School of Medicine Supplemental Application  
 
*Duke University School of Medicine Supplemental Application  
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*Four letters of recommendation
 
**This application is only sent out to applicants once the University has received the AMCAS form.
 
**This application is only sent out to applicants once the University has received the AMCAS form.
For more information, click [http://registrar.duke.edu/bulletins/medicine/2008-09/html/medbltn2008-09-07-1.html#wp1000644 here]
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For more information, click [http://dukemed.duke.edu/modules/ooa_applicant/index.php?id=6 here]
 
 
====Other Requirements====
 
*The candidate, within 30 days of being accepted into the program, must prove that he/she received the required immunizations. A Student Health Immunization Form and Report of Medical History must be completed before beginning the program.
 
:For more information, click [http://registrar.duke.edu/bulletins/medicine/2008-09/html/medbltn2008-09-07-1.html#wp1004715 here]
 
*Some abilities are required by students entering into the program, such as observation, communication, motor, intellectual and emotional skills. These range from performing certain laboratory procedures to interacting positively with all kinds of people.
 
:For a detailed list of required skills, click [http://dukemed.duke.edu/modules/ooa_applicant/index.php?id=13 here]
 
 
 
  
 
==Interview==
 
==Interview==

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Contacts

Website: http://medschool.duke.edu/
Phone: 919.684.2985
Admissions e-mail: medadm@mc.duke.edu

Program Information

  • Doctor of Medicine (MD)
    • 4 years in length
  • Joint Programs are available. Descriptions are available here

Admission Requirements

Course and Degree Requirements

  • Degree: Minimum of 90 hours of college credit
  • Required Courses
    • Biochemistry
    • Cellular Biology
    • Math (1 semester of Calculus or AP equivalent)
    • Expository Writing (2 semesters)

For more information, click here

MCAT

  • The University does not have a cut-off MCAT score available

Supporting Documents

  • American Medical College Applications Service (AMCAS) application form
  • Duke University School of Medicine Supplemental Application
  • Four letters of recommendation
    • This application is only sent out to applicants once the University has received the AMCAS form.

For more information, click here

Interview

  • Date: Mid-September to mid-February.
  • Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) will be our official interview format replacing traditional one-on-one interviews
  • Applicants will arrive at the appropriate time for their MMI Group and check-in for the day with the Office of Admissions. Breakfast will be served and there will be an orientation covering the schedule for the day. Applicants will have a tour of the medical school and short presentations by the Office of Financial Aid and the Office of Curriculum. All groups will gather together for lunch at noon and break apart after lunch according to the activities for each designated group.

For more information, click here

Timeline

  • May 1, 2013: AMCAS application opens
  • July 5th – AMCAS submission begins
  • June 29th, 2013 transmission begins
  • July 2nd, 2013: Duke med application opens
  • October 15th: Submission AMCA deadline
  • Dec 1st, 2013: Duke submission deadline
  • Second Monday in September – February 15, 2011: Interview date (one day is selected among this period)

For more information, click here

Tuition 2012-2013

  • Total first year cost: $ 73,311
    • Tuition: $ 44,4826
    • Health insurance: $ 1,658
    • Fees (First year and Technology): $ 3,121
    • Rent: $ 8,470
    • Food: $ 5,690
    • Books and supplies: $ 2,700
    • Miscellaneous (rent, board, etc.): $ 4,260
    • Motor vehicle registration (car): $ 150
    • Transportation: $ 2,780
    • Application fee: $ 160
    • Application fee for each additional school: $30
    • Continuation of Research Study fee: $ 50 per semester – optional; it is only for students who disrupt their studies to do research
  • Students in the MD/PhD (Medical Scientist Training Program) receive a $ 26,000 stipend per year.
  • Students in the MD/MA program are also required to pay one year of tuition to the Graduate school.
  • Students in the MD/JD program must also pay 3 years of tuition for Law school.

For information on financial aid, click [1]