Kaiser Permanente Bernard J. Tyson

Pasadena, CaliforniaMD Official website

MCAT514AverageSources and context for MCAT
GPA3.78AverageSources and context for GPA
Class size492025-2026Source for Class size
In-state tuition—Not reported

Mission

The Kaiser Permanente Bernard J. Tyson School of Medicine strives to provide a world- class education for every one of our students. We aim to ignite a passion for lifelong learning, a desire to serve patients, and an unwavering commitment to improve the health and well-being of communities.
As the school states it

Admissions office

98 S. Los Robles Ave.Pasadena, CA USA
(888) 576-3348

Tuition and cost

Cost of attendance
In state$39,636
Out of state$39,636
Tuition plus the living costs the school budgets for. This is what a loan is sized against.
What you leave with
Average graduating debt
$7,547
Students receiving aid
100%
Deposit
Due
May 30, 2025
In state
$100
Out of state
$100
Health insurance
In state
$0
Out of state
$0

Who can apply

Out-of-state ApplicantsYesYes, We plan to admit students from across the United States.
Canadian ApplicantsConditionsNo, Coursework taken in Canada will be accepted. At this time, the school is able to accept applications only from U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and DACA recipients.
International ApplicantsNoNo
DACA Status ApplicantsYesYes, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) status are eligible to apply to the School.
Transfer applicantsNoNot accepted
Community college prerequisitesYesAccepted
AP creditConditionsAccepted with conditions
Online courseworkConditionsVaries by course
Pass/fail courseworkConditionsAccepted with conditions

Prerequisite coursework completed at a community college is accepted.

Applying

How competitive is admission here?

134.6applications per seat2025-2026
6,596applications received2025-2026
59.8%from in state2025-2026
  1. MCAT scores this school will read
    Oldest accepted
    July 2024
    Latest accepted
    September 12, 2026
  2. AAMC PREview
    Policy
    We are requiring applicants to submit PREview scores
  3. Secondary application
    Required
    Yes
    Fee
    $75
    Sent to
    https://applymedschool.kp. org
    Fee waiver
    Available
  4. Secondary deadline
    Due
    November 1, 2026
  5. Letters of recommendation
    Committee letter
    Accepted
    Letter packet
    Accepted
    Individual letters
    Accepted
  6. Interview
    Format
    MMI
    Invitations
    July 2026
  7. Deposit on an offer
    Required
    Yes
    Due
    May 30, 2025
    In state
    $100
    Out of state
    $100
    Refundable
    Yes
    Credited
    Yes

Prerequisite coursework

  • BiochemistryRecommended
  • BiologyKPSOM accepts all courses listed under the Biology course requirement section of the AMCAS Course Classifications.LabRequired
  • ChemistryKPSOM accepts all courses listed under the Chemistry section of the AMCAS Course Classifications GuideLabRequired
  • Composition & RhetoricKPSOM accepts all courses listed under the English Language and Literature (ENGL) section of the AMCAS Course Classifications Guide.Required
  • SociologyKPSOM accepts all courses listed under the Behavioral and Social Sciences section of the AMCAS Course Classifications GuideRequired

Interview

MMIRegional interviews: no
Video interview

Interviews will be virtual for the 2026 - 2027 cycle

How the school describes it

We will utilize a hybrid model, consisting of Multiple Mini Interviews and a traditional interview.

Invitations

July 2026

A typical interview day

We believe that the interview day is a critical part of our assessment and selection process, as it gives us an opportunity to get to know you better. It also provides you a better sense of who we are and allows you an opportunity to get your questions answered. We will utilize a hybrid model, consisting of the Multiple Mini Interview and a traditional interview.

If you are waitlisted

Waitlist positions
The Waitlist number is not available.

Students can accept or decline the offer of waitlist in our Admissions system.

Sources

Figures here were last reviewed on 2026-08-04.

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