Admissions Requirements

Requirements for Consideration

In order to be considered for the Medical Scholars program, a student must meet the following requirements:

  • Attend an institution with whom UMKC has partnered with to offer the Medical Scholars program:
    • UMKC
    • Missouri University of Science and Technology
    • University of Missouri – St. Louis
    • University of Missouri – Columbia
    • Avila University
    • Drury University
    • Lincoln University
    • Missouri Western State University
    • Northwest Missouri State University
    • Park University
    • Rockhurst University
    • Truman State University
    • University of Illinois – Chicago
    • William Jewell College
    • Missouri Valley College
  • Obtain a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher at the end of the sophomore year. Students must earn a grade of B- or better in all science coursework. Students who do not earn a B- or better in all science coursework will not be eligible for consideration.
  • Students must submit a complete application, which will include the following:
    • Medical Scholars Program Application
      • College transcript displaying grades through the point of application. An unofficial transcript is acceptable for application purposes. An official transcript will be required prior to matriculation if offered early admission.
      • Personal statement or essay addressing the following: What has motivated you to study medicine? Why are you interested in the UMKC Medical Scholars program?
      • Résumé or CV, highlighting specific healthcare experiences.
    • A minimum of three letters of recommendation, including at least one from a faculty member (professor). These must be emailed to medicine@umkc.edu.
The School of Medicine Medical Scholars Application and all letters of recommendation are due by August 1.

Final Requirements for Students Admitted to the Medical Scholars Program

Matriculation to the UMKC School of Medicine is conditional upon meeting the following requirements:
  • Earn a baccalaureate degree from a partner institution prior to entering the School of Medicine.
  • Earn a combined MCAT score of 495 or higher.
  • Earn a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher.
  • Earn an AMCAS Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics (BCPM) GPA of 3.5 or higher.
  • Complete the following pre-requisite coursework with a grade of B or better:
    • One semester of biochemistry
    • One semester of genetics
    • One semester of cell biology
      • Students must earn a grade of B- or better in all other science coursework.
  • At graduation, provide a letter of support from an academic adviser or faculty member addressing professionalism.
  • Submit the UMKC General Application for Admission and the AMCAS application.
  • Submit to and pass a criminal background check prior to matriculation to the School of Medicine.
  • Submit the School of Medicine Technical Standards (PDF).
  • Prior to enrollment, a $1,000 seat deposit will be required.