DO Application and Requirements

Submit a completed and verified application through American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine Application Service (AACOMAS).

Received at least a 500 composite score on the MCAT submitted through AACOMAS.

Class matriculating in 2024:

• Applicants for the class matriculating in 2024 must submit MCAT scores that are no older than June 2021.
• January 2024 is the last test month that scores can be used for the 2023-2024 application cycle.

All applicants are required to submit the online assessment (CASPer), to assist with our selection process.

• Test must be completed prior to being selected for an interview.
• No minimum score required.
• The score will be used in the evaluation for entry into the program.
• CASPer score will only be valid if it is within the current cycle of the application.
• You must select Touro University Nevada for distribution before the posted distribution deadline.
• TUN will retrieve the official score from CASPer directly.
• Snapshot will not be required.
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Earned a cumulative and science GPA of 3.00 or higher.

Completed the following coursework with a grade of C or better:

• 8 semester credits of Biology/Zoology with Lab
• 8 semester credits of Inorganic Chemistry
• 8 semester credits of Organic Chemistry with Lab
  • 4 semester units of Biochemistry may be substituted for the second semester of Organic Chemistry
• 8 semester credits of Physics
• 6 semester credits of English
• 6 semester credits of Behavioral Sciences
• 3 semester credits of Math/Statistics

Obtained a baccalaureate degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution of higher education prior to matriculation.

Submit three letters of recommendation:

• Two letters must be from your college science instructors or one premedical/academic committee letter. Committee letter must include all letter contributors' names and titles and must include at least two science faculty.
• One letter must be from a physician (D.O. or M.D.).
• Letters of recommendation should be sent directly from recommenders on letterhead and must be signed.
• Recommendations are accepted via Virtual Evaluations, Interfolio, and AACOMAS.

Have documented physician shadowing experience.

Demonstrate academic competence, personal/professional achievements, leadership skills, creative abilities, experience in healthcare and the likelihood of practicing in underserved primary care areas.

Must meet the DO Technical Standards, which includes the physical abilities necessary to perform as an osteopathic physician.

Hold U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status at the time of application.

• The DO program does accept transfer students. Please go to the DO Transfer page for more information.

Yes, Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA). TUN is regionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).

Although each application pool is unique, the average science undergraduate and cumulative GPA of the entering class were 3.47 and 3.54, respectively. The average MCAT score was 506.9.

Yes, the application process is on a rolling basis.

• Rolling admissions signifies that applications are reviewed as they arrive through the Centralized Application System and/or Touro University Nevada admissions application.
• The committee review selection begins after applications are verified and will continue until all the accepted seats are filled.
• Once the available positions are filled and the waitlist is maximized, the application review will end for the cycle. This may take place well before the stated deadline(s) due to the volume of applications.

AACOMAS applications may be submitted prior to the completion of all prerequisite coursework. However, Touro Nevada may choose to wait until these courses are completed before inviting an application to submit the supplemental application. Applicants may choose to apply while completing any remaining prerequisites but will have to request an additional evaluation once the coursework is completed and updated on the AACOMAS application.

Invitations for secondary applications typically begin in early August and invitations to interview begin in late August/early September.  After August, invitations are sent on a rolling basis. 

If you are awaiting a qualifying score from the MCAT, your application will be put on hold until the score has been received and verified by AACOMAS. Once your new score has been verified and updated, you must contact the Office of Admissions to request a second review of your updated application. 

All applicants are required to complete an online assessment (CASPer), to assist with our selection process.

CASPer is an online test which assesses non-cognitive skills and interpersonal characteristics that we believe are important for successful students and graduates of our program, and will complement the other tools that we use for applicant screening. In implementing CASPer, we are trying to further enhance fairness and objectivity in our selection process.

In order to take CASPer, you will be responsible for securing access to a laptop or desktop computer with webcam and audio capabilities. You will require the following for both account creation and taking the test:

• Government-issued photo ID
• Valid email address
• Working webcam
• Working microphone
• Reliable high-speed internet connection

Please go to www.takeCASPer.com to sign up for the Medicine test (CSP-10111 - U.S. Medicine), under your specific country (USA), and reserve a test using your AACOMAS ID# and a piece of government-issued photo ID. You will be provided with a limited number of testing dates and times. Please note that these are the only testing dates available for your CASPer test. There will be no additional tests scheduled. Please use an email address that you check regularly; there may be updates to the test schedule.

You must select Touro University Nevada for distribution before the posted Distribution Deadline. Likely, there will be no additional tests scheduled, but the most up-to-date information can be found by browsing the Test Dates and Times  on takecasper.com.

To account for identity verification and payment processing timeline, ensure that you register for your test at least three (3) days before your preferred test date and time. Last-minute bookings are not recommended. If you require testing accommodations for CASPer, you will need to submit the Accommodations Request Form signed by you and your qualified professional three (3) weeks in advance of your desired test date. More information regarding CASPer accommodations can be found here.

Please direct any inquiries on the test to support@takecasper.com. Alternatively, you may use the chat bubble in the bottom right hand corner of your screen on the takecasper.com website.

The CASPer test comprises 12 sections of video and written scenarios. Following each scenario, you will be required to answer a set of probing questions under a time contract. The test typically takes between 75-90 minutes to complete. Each response is graded by a different rater, giving a very robust and reliable view of personal and professional characteristics important to our program. No studying is required for CASPer, although you may want to familiarize yourself with the test structure at takeCASPer.com, and ensure you have a quiet environment to take the test. We strongly urge you to take advantage of the 12-section practice test, which will not only immerse you in the test environment, but will also ensure you meet the technical requirements to access and complete the test.

CASPer test results are valid for one admissions cycle. Applicants who have already taken the test in previous years will therefore be expected to re-take it.

For a more detailed look at the CASPer test, please see this video.

You must submit three letters of recommendation. Two letters must be from your natural or life science instructor or one premedical/academic committee. The committee letter must include at least two science faculty and names and titles must be included in the letter. One letter must be from a physician (DO preferred, MD acceptable). Letters of recommendation should be sent directly from recommenders on letterhead and must be signed. Recommendations are accepted via AACOMAS, Virtual Evaluations, Interfolio.

The campus interviews are conducted starting in September until the class is filled. Interviews are based on rolling admissions and may be canceled as needed.  Only virtual interviews will be conducted throughout the 2022-2023 application cycle.  Subject to change.

The Admissions Committee begins reviewing AACOMAS applications in August. Once your application has been verified and released to Touro Nevada, it takes approximately 4-6 weeks for the admissions office to process your application. If you meet the minimum requirements, you will receive an email with instructions for submission of the secondary application and application fee. You will be notified of an interview invitation by email. If you were interviewed, you will be notified of when you can expect an admission decision on the day of your campus interview.

If you were placed on an interview hold, your application was evaluated by the Admission Committee but has neither been selected for an interview or rejection. Only AACOMAS academic updates will be accepted unless requested by the committee. Applications will continue to be reviewed until a final decision is made by the committee.

Applicants are recommended to read the admissions decision letter that includes detailed information on what course of action should be taken. Applicants will be contacted by the Office of Admissions in the event that a seat is offered to a waitlisted applicant. Applicants should only send in academic updates concerning coursework. No other updates will be accepted.

Yes, we will accept Pass/Fail grades. Grade equivalency is determined by the originating institution. Although not deemed competitive, pass/fail grades are acceptable.