Medical College of Wisconsin (Milwaukee)
Milwaukee, WI
Program details
- Institution
- Medical College of Wisconsin
- Entrance exam
- GRE or MCAT
- Application deadline
- Feb 1
- Min GPA
- 3
- Shadowing hours required
- 8
- Program length
- 28 months
- Class size
- 18
- Accreditation
- Accredited
- Interview format
- On-campus; two 35-minute sessions with 2-3 interviewers per panel, with an optional pre-interview session the evening before
Prerequisites
- •Biochemistry: One semester
- •Advanced Mathematics: One semester (Calculus I or Statistics I)
- •Biology I with Lab: One semester
- •Biology II with Lab: One semester
- •Chemistry I with Lab: One semester
- •Chemistry II with Lab: One semester
- •Organic Chemistry with Lab: One semester
- •Physics I with Lab: One semester
- •Physics II with Lab: One semester
- •Medical Terminology: One course
- •Human Anatomy: One semester
- •Human Physiology: One semester
Notes
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Medical College of Wisconsin (Milwaukee) — frequently asked
What GPA does Medical College of Wisconsin (Milwaukee) require?
Medical College of Wisconsin (Milwaukee) lists a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. 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 Medical College of Wisconsin (Milwaukee) accept?
Medical College of Wisconsin (Milwaukee) 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 Medical College of Wisconsin (Milwaukee) 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 Medical College of Wisconsin (Milwaukee) require?
Biochemistry: One semester, Advanced Mathematics: One semester (Calculus I or Statistics I), Biology I with Lab: One semester, Biology II with Lab: One semester, Chemistry I with Lab: One semester, Chemistry II with Lab: One semester, Organic Chemistry with Lab: One semester, Physics I with Lab: One semester, Physics II with Lab: One semester, Medical Terminology: One course, and more. 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 Medical College of Wisconsin (Milwaukee) 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 Medical College of Wisconsin (Milwaukee) use CASAA?
Yes — Medical College of Wisconsin (Milwaukee) 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 Medical College of Wisconsin (Milwaukee) application deadline?
The deadline on file is 02-01. Many programs review on a rolling basis, so applying early in the cycle usually matters more than the posted date.
Requirements change — always verify directly with the program and CASAA.