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Lipscomb University (Nashville)

Nashville, TN

GRE or MCATLetter of Review
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Program details

Institution
Lipscomb University
Entrance exam
GRE or MCAT
Application deadline
Mar 20
Min GPA
3.5
Shadowing hours required
8
Program length
28 months
Tuition (annual)
$70,000
Accreditation
Letter of Review

Prerequisites

  • •Calculus I
  • •Statistics
  • •General Biology I & II with labs (8 credit hours)
  • •Human Anatomy & Physiology with labs (8 credit hours)
  • •General Chemistry I & II with labs (8 credit hours)
  • •Organic Chemistry I with lab
  • •Biochemistry I
  • •Physics I & II with labs

Notes

Est. total program tuition: $163,000. New program; first cohort Fall/June 2026, not yet accredited (seeking SACSCOC + ARC-AA approval). MCAT preferred over GRE; applicants typically score >50th percentile. Min GPA 3.5 for bachelor's holders (3.0 for those with master's/terminal degree); each prereq needs grade of B or higher. Program length stated as 28 months on the official program page but 24 months in the news release. Fall 2026 cohort uses an internal application (NOT CASAA); Lipscomb anticipates using CASAA beginning Fall 2027. Class size not…

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Lipscomb University (Nashville) — frequently asked

What GPA does Lipscomb University (Nashville) require?

Lipscomb University (Nashville) lists a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5. 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 Lipscomb University (Nashville) accept?

Lipscomb University (Nashville) 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 Lipscomb University (Nashville) 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 Lipscomb University (Nashville) require?

Calculus I, Statistics, General Biology I & II with labs (8 credit hours), Human Anatomy & Physiology with labs (8 credit hours), General Chemistry I & II with labs (8 credit hours), Organic Chemistry I with lab, Biochemistry I, Physics I & II with labs. 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 Lipscomb University (Nashville) 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 Lipscomb University (Nashville) cost?

Roughly $70k per year in tuition on the figures we have, before fees and living costs. Budget across the full program length, not a single year.

When is the Lipscomb University (Nashville) application deadline?

The deadline on file is 03-20. Many programs review on a rolling basis, so applying early in the cycle usually matters more than the posted date.

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