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University of Hawaii, John A. Burns School of Medicine

Honolulu, HI

Admissions Statistics

4.8%

Acceptance Rate

2,216

Applied

286

Interviewed

106

Admitted (Est.)

77

Matriculated

MCAT & GPA Ranges

MCAT Score

513
10th: 507 Median: 513 90th: 519

MCAT Requirement: Required
Oldest MCAT Accepted: January 28, 2023
Latest MCAT Considered: September 30, 2025

GPA

3.88
10th: 3.76 Median: 3.88 90th: 4

Application Timeline

Primary

AMCAS Application

Earliest: 2025-05-27

Secondary

Secondary Application

Deadline: The secondary application deadline is two weeks from the date and time of the email invitation received by the applicant.

Fee: $150

Interview

Interview Invitations

Invitations to interview may be sent as early as August 1.

Letters of Recommendation

Required letters: 2 minimum , 10 maximum

Committee letters: Accepted

It is highly suggested that letters should be written by individuals who know the applicant well; have spent a significant time with them; and who are able to speak to the applicant's work and/or abilities and capabilities. Further, letter writers should be able to provide an impartial assessment of the applicant.

What University of Hawaii, John A. Burns School of Medicine Values

University of Hawaii, John A. Burns School of Medicine uses holistic review to evaluate applicants. The admissions committee considers:

  • Academic performance (GPA, coursework rigor)
  • MCAT scores
  • Clinical experience and exposure
  • Research experience
  • Community service and volunteer work
  • Leadership and extracurricular activities
  • Personal statement and secondary essays
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Interview performance

Admissions FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions