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Medical College of Wisconsin (Milwaukee)

Milwaukee, WI

GRE or MCATApplies via CASAAAccredited

Admissions requirements

The published minimums. Admitted applicants usually sit above them.
Minimum GPA
3
GPA measured on
All coursework attempted (no grade replacement)
Entrance exam
GRE or MCAT
Shadowing hours required
8

Applying

Where the application goes, and when it's due.
Application deadline
Jan 5 each year
Applies through CASAA
Yes
Interview
Virtual

The program

What you're signing up for.
Institution
Medical College of Wisconsin
Accreditation
Accredited
Length
28 months
Class size detail
18 admitted students (the program doesn't state which cycle)

Cost

Published figures. Cost of living and lost income aren't in these numbers.
Tuition
$56,676 per year

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

Medical College of Wisconsin's 28-month MSA program (8701 Watertown Plank Road, Milwaukee). Minimum cumulative GPA is 3.0, with competitive applicants around 3.5 cumulative and science; no separate science-GPA minimum is stated. Recent admitted cohorts average about 18 students. MCW does not publish tuition on its official pages.

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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 minimum GPA of 3.0 (all coursework attempted (no grade replacement)). 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) accepts 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.

How much does Medical College of Wisconsin (Milwaukee) cost?

Tuition at Medical College of Wisconsin (Milwaukee): $56,676 per year. Fees and living costs come on top, so budget across the full program length, not a single year.

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?

Jan 5 each year, per the program's own site. CASAA verification takes time after you submit, so aim to submit well before it.

Requirements change — always verify directly with the program and CASAA.