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 2026:

  • Applicants for the class matriculating in 2026 must submit MCAT scores no older than June 2023.
  • January 2026 is the last test month that scores can be used for the 2025-2026 application cycle.

Class matriculating in 2027:

  • Applicants for the class matriculating in 2027 must submit MCAT scores no older than June 2024.
  • January 2027 is the last test month that scores can be used for the 2026-2027 application cycle.

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:

  • At least one letter must be from your college science instructors or one premedical/academic committee letter. A committee letter must include all letter contributors' names and titles and must include at least two science faculty.
  • At least 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 AACOMAS and Interfolio.
  • 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.
  • 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.