University of Cincinnati College of Medicine

Cincinnati, OhioMDUC Official website

MCAT514AverageSource for MCAT
GPA3.86AverageSource for GPA
Class size1752025-2026Source for Class size
In-state tuition$35,948One year, tuition and feesSource for In-state tuition

Mission

We work together in a spirit of collaboration, inclusion, and service: To educate and train the physicians, scientists, and health professionals of tomorrow; To advance knowledge through impactful, innovative research; To improve health and well-being through compassionate, patient-centered care.
As the school states it

Admissions office

Office of Medical Student AdmissionsCollege of MedicineCincinnati, OH 45267-0552 USA
(513) 558-7314
MDadmissions@uc.edu

Tuition and cost

Tuition and fees
In state$35,948
Out of state$54,806
One year, as reported. A missing figure means the school did not report it, never that it costs nothing.
Cost of attendance
In state$63,213
Out of state$82,071
Tuition plus the living costs the school budgets for. This is what a loan is sized against.
What you leave with
Average graduating debt
$198,518
Students receiving aid
77%
Health insurance
In state
$2,521
Out of state
$2,521
After graduation
Monthly loan payment
$2,149
Earnings, 1 year out
$65,906

Loan payment is on federal graduate loans only. Earnings are medians for everyone who finished this program, and a year out most of them are in residency.

Who can apply

Out-of-state ApplicantsYesYes, Out-of-state residents make-up approximately 40-60 percent of the incoming class each year.
Canadian ApplicantsNoNo
International ApplicantsNoNo
DACA Status ApplicantsNoNo
Transfer applicantsConditionsAccepted with conditions
Community college prerequisitesYesAccepted
AP creditYesAccepted
Online courseworkYesAccepted
Pass/fail courseworkYesAccepted

Community college coursework credit is accepted.

Applying

How competitive is admission here?

37.9applications per seat2025-2026
6,636applications received2025-2026
17.1%from in state2025-2026
  1. MCAT scores this school will read
    Oldest accepted
    June 2023
    Latest accepted
    July 01, 2026
  2. AAMC PREview
    Policy
    Exploring PREview for Future use – will not be used in this cycle’s admissions decisions
  3. Secondary application
    Required
    Yes
    Fee
    $100
    Sent to
    Applicants who are AMCAS verified and who broadly meet holistic admissions criteria.
    Fee waiver
    Available
  4. Secondary deadline
    Due
    December 01, 2026
  5. Letters of recommendation
    Committee letter
    Accepted
    Letter packet
    Accepted
    Individual letters
    Accepted
  6. Interview
    Invitations
    Interview invitations are extended beginning in August. Interviews will occur August through February.
  7. Deposit on an offer
    Required
    No

Prerequisite coursework

  • BiochemistryRecommended
  • BiologyRecommended
  • ChemistryOrganic chemistryRecommended
  • Physical ChemistryGeneral ChemistryRecommended
  • PhysicsRecommended
  • PsychologyRecommended

Interview

Video interview

Applicants will interview virtually only

Regional interviews

Applicants will interview virtually only

How the school describes it

Interviews will be conducted in a 2-part modality. Applicants will interview through Kira Talent (6 scenarios) and will receive an invitation for a 1:1 interview, as well.

Invitations

Interview invitations are extended beginning in August. Interviews will occur August through February.

A typical interview day

Our redesigned interview approach combines technology and personal connection to thoroughly assess candidates while respecting their time. The process features a comprehensive six-station asynchronous virtual interview (through Kira Talent), followed by a focused one-on-one virtual meeting with a faculty member. This structured yet flexible format allows candidates to showcase their skills, experiences, and potential contributions to our institution while providing our faculty the opportunity to address specific questions and evaluate mission fit.

If you are waitlisted

Waitlist positions
Number of individuals assigned to waitlist varies annually. Typical ranges of students assigned to the waitlist: 60-150.

Applicants on Alternate List are reviewed throughout admissions cycle & may be accepted at any time. After April 30, the Alternate List becomes a Wait List.

Sources

Figures here were last reviewed on 2026-07-11.

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