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University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine

Memphis, TN

Admissions Statistics

9.8%

Acceptance Rate

2,627

Applied

416

Interviewed

258

Admitted (Est.)

175

Matriculated

MCAT & GPA Ranges

MCAT Score

512
10th: 506 Median: 512 90th: 518

MCAT Requirement: Required
Oldest MCAT Accepted: January 17, 2021
Latest MCAT Considered: September 30, 2025

GPA

3.9
10th: 3.78 Median: 3.9 90th: 4.02

Minimum GPA: 2.5

Application Timeline

Primary

AMCAS Application

Earliest: 2025-05-27

Secondary

Secondary Application

Sent: Once we have received a verified application from AMCAS, only a select group of applicants will be sent a link to complete the secondary application.

Deadline: The deadline to submit the secondary application is seven (7) days after the invitation has been extended.

Fee: $100

Interview

Interview Invitations

October

Letters of Recommendation

Required letters: 3 minimum , 6 maximum

Committee letters: Accepted

Applicants should submit three (3) letters of reference with at least two (2) from science professors. The third letter can be a non-academic reference. Evaluation letters should address areas such as personal characteristics, problem solving abilities, specific areas of strength, special experiences, leadership experiences, decision-making skills, communication skills, work habits, attitude and character.

What University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine Values

University of Tennessee Health Science Center College 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