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University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Albuquerque)

Albuquerque, NM

GRE or MCATApplies via CASAAAccredited
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Program details

Institution
University of New Mexico School of Medicine
Entrance exam
GRE or MCAT
Application deadline
Dec 15
Min GPA
3.2
Min science GPA
3.4
Shadowing hours required
8
Program length
28 months
Accreditation
Accredited

Prerequisites

  • •Organic Chemistry
  • •Biochemistry
  • •Biology
  • •Anatomy
  • •Physiology
  • •Physics
  • •Microbiology

Notes

CAAHEP/ARC-AA accredited CAA program. gpa_min 3.2 is minimum cumulative GPA of last 60 credit hours; gpa_science_min 3.4 is minimum prerequisite GPA. Exam: MCAT or GRE within 3 yrs, min 45th percentile (GRE code 1346). Also requires Casper assessment (>25th percentile) and 3 letters of recommendation. tuition_total $98,476 is NM-resident total for the 116-credit program; non-resident total is $125,481 (university fees not included). Program is 28 months / 116 credits. Prereqs are subject areas listed on the…

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University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Albuquerque) — frequently asked

What GPA does University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Albuquerque) require?

University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Albuquerque) lists a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2 and a science GPA of at least 3.4. Minimums are a floor rather than a target — competitive applicants usually sit above them, and science GPA tends to carry the most weight.

Which entrance exam does University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Albuquerque) accept?

University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Albuquerque) uses the GRE or MCAT. Score expectations and accepted exams change between cycles, so confirm on the program's page and on CASAA before you register for a test date.

How many shadowing hours does University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Albuquerque) require?

At least 8 documented hours of anesthesia shadowing or observation. More than the minimum generally helps — it's also the experience your personal statement and interview draw on.

What prerequisites does University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Albuquerque) require?

Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Anatomy, Physiology, Physics, Microbiology. Many programs also require science coursework to have been completed within roughly the last 5–10 years, so check recency as well as completion.

How long is the University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Albuquerque) program?

About 28 months of full-time study. CAA programs run continuously with heavy clinical time, so most students can't work meaningfully during them.

Does University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Albuquerque) use CASAA?

Yes — University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Albuquerque) accepts applications through CASAA, the centralized anesthesiologist-assistant application service. Remember that CASAA verification takes time after you submit, so your effective deadline is earlier than the posted one.

When is the University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Albuquerque) application deadline?

The deadline on file is 12-15. Many programs review on a rolling basis, so applying early in the cycle usually matters more than the posted date.

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