Preparing for medical school
Selection factors
The Wayne State University School of Medicine evaluates candidates through a holistic admission process. In addition to fulfilment of all admission requirements, your entire record, including grade-point average, Medical College Admission Test scores, recommendations and interview results, will be considered. The Admission Committee uses this process to evaluate your personality, maturity, character and suitability for a career in medicine.
Relevant experience
Prior experience in the health care field is a desirable characteristic and improves your chances of being admitted to the Wayne State University School of Medicine.
Percentage of accepted applicants with relevant experience:
- 79 percent — non-medical/clinical community service or volunteer experience
- 89 percent — medical/clinical community service or volunteer experience
- 1 percent — military service
- 39 percent — medical/clinical paid employment
MCAT scores and GPA for accepted applicants
| Type | Accepted scores ranging from the 10th to 90th percentile | Median | National median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall GPA | 3.21-3.96 | 3.76 | 3.75 |
| Science GPA | 3.16-3.97 | 3.71 | 3.70 |
| MCAT total score (2015 scores only) | 499-517 | 507 | 509 |
| CPBS | 124-130 | 127 | 127 |
| CARS | 123-130 | 126 | 127 |
| BBLS | 124-130 | 127 | 127 |
| PSBB | 124-130 | 128 | 128 |
Pre-med advising and information sessions
Wayne State University's Pre-Med and Health Advising Center provides prerequisite advising, academic support and professional development strategies for all Wayne State University students pursuing admission to competitive health care programs.
Self-assessment guide
The self-assessment guide should be used as a tool to identify and address deficiencies in your application before applying to the Wayne State University School of Medicine. If you've been unable to gain admission to medical school, you are expected to engage in realistic self-appraisal and self-improvement efforts before reapplication. Unsuccessful applicants are encouraged to review the self-assessment guide and initiate improvement strategies immediately.
If you would like to meet with a Wayne State University School of Medicine admissions representative, complete the self-assessment guide and submit it to the Office of Admissions by emailing mdadmissions@wayne.edu or faxing to 313-577-9420. Please include your name, email address and telephone number, and indicate the best method to contact you. Your materials will be reviewed, and we will contact you with further information. Please allow at least one week to review your materials.
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Additional resources
- Prospective student resources — Wayne State University School of Medicine
- Preparing for medical school — American Medical Association
- American Association of Medical Colleges Aspiring Docs program
- American Medical Student Association