Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine
#75 in Best Medical Schools
#22 in Lowest Acceptance Rate
#36 in Public Medical Schools
Founded in 1963, Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine is a Public school located in Hershey, PA.
Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine is ranked 75th in Best Medical Schools, 22nd in Lowest Acceptance Rate, and 36th in Public Medical Schools.
The following statements briefly introduce Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine along with key academic facts.
- The average MCAT Score of enrolled students at Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine is 511 - the average MCAT score of U.S. medical schools is 512.
- The average GPA of enrolled students at Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine is 3.75 - the average GPA score of U.S. medical schools is 3.77.
- The 2024 tuition & fees at Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine is $65,206 - the average medical school tuition is $61,203.
- The acceptance rate* at Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine is 1.31% - the average acceptance rate of U.S. medical school is 3.97%.
- Total 649 medical school students have enrolled to Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine for the academic year 2023-2024.
*The acceptance rate: percentage of applicants who are enrolled finally.
2024 Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine Tuition & Fees
The 2024 tuition at Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine is $60,154 for Pennsylvania residents and $65,206 for out-of-state students. The 2024 tuition & fees is increased by 9.18% compared to the previous year rate (2023). Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine's tuition is 6.54% higher than average tuition of U.S. medical schools and 2.0% higher than average tuition of Pennsylvania medical schools.
The medical school tuition differs and more expensive than the regular undergraduate and graduate programs. The average undergraduate program tuition & fees at Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus is $20,234 for Pennsylvania residents and $40,188 for out-of-state students. The average graduate schools tuition & fees other than medical school is $25,518 for Pennsylvania residents and $43,828 for out-of-state students
The average living costs including room & board and transportation costs is $15,443 and the personal miscellaneous expenses is $4,274.
| Pennsylvania Residents | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine Tuition & Fees | $60,154 | $65,206 |
| U.S. Public Medical School Average | $39,216 | $61,203 |
| Pennsylvania Public Medical School Average | $60,280 | $63,913 |
| Living Costs | $15,443 | |
| Miscellaneous expenses | $4,274 | |
| Books & Supplies | $2,750 | |
| Undergraduate Program | $20,234 | $40,188 |
| Graduate Program | $25,518 | $43,828 |
4-Year MD Program Total Costs
The tuition for MD program varies by medical years depending on mandatory fees and required course works. The estimated COA (cost of attendance) for the standard four(4) years MD program at Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine is $307,147 for Pennsylvania residents and $307,147 out-of-state students based on the current tuition rate.
The COA includes the costs for tuition & fees, room & board, transportation, books & supplies, and other personal miscellaneous expenses. The following table summarizes medical school costs for four(4) years by year and cost item.
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | 4 Years Estimation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | |||||
| Pennsylvania Residents | $52,482 | $52,482 | $52,482 | $52,482 | $209,928 |
| Out-of-State | $52,482 | $52,482 | $52,482 | $52,482 | $209,928 |
| Room & Board / transportation | $22,237 | $21,930 | $24,520 | $22,170 | $90,857 |
| Books & Supplies | $2,550 | $1,592 | $1,110 | $1,110 | $6,362 |
| Miscellaneous Expenses | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | - |
| COA | |||||
| Pennsylvania Residents | $77,269 | $76,004 | $78,112 | $75,762 | $307,147 |
| Out-of-State | $77,269 | $76,004 | $78,112 | $75,762 | $307,147 |
MCAT & GPA Scores
The average MCAT score of enrolled students at Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine is 511. Compared to the average MCAT of all medical schools, the MCAT score of Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine is around average of U.S. medical schools (the average score is 512).
The average GPA is 3.75 and it is around average compared to other medical schools (the average GPA is 3.77).
| 2024 | |
|---|---|
| MCAT - Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine | 511 |
| U.S. Medical Schools | 512 |
| Pennsylvania Medical Schools | 513 |
| GPA - Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine | 3.75 |
| U.S. Medical Schools | 3.77 |
| Pennsylvania Medical Schools | 3.78 |
Acceptance Rate & Yield
The 2024 acceptance rate at Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine is 1.31% where 11,073 applicants have applied to and 145 students have accepted and finally enrolled to school.
The acceptance rate at Penn State College of Medicine is much lower (extremely difficult to get in) compared to other medical schools in united states (the average acceptance rate is 3.97%). Note that the acceptance rate means the percentage of applicants who are accepted and enrolled (not just accepted).
| Total | Residency | Gender | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | Other State | Men | Women | ||
| Applicants | 11,073 | 1,052 (9.5%) |
10,021 (90.5%) |
4,861 (43.9%) |
6,168 (55.7%) |
| Enrolled | 145 | 45 (31.0%) |
100 (69.0%) |
50 (34.5%) |
94 (64.8%) |
| Acceptance Rate | 1.31% | 4.27% | 1.00% | 1.03% | 1.52% |
| U.S. Medical Schools | 3.97% | 11.88% | 1.26% | 3.93% | 4.02% |
| Pennsylvania Medical Schools | 1.98% | 6.83% | 1.44% | 1.96% | 2.00% |
New Students and Total Enrollment
For the academic year 2023-2024, total 145 first-time students have enrolled in Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine.By residency, 31.0% of new students is Pennsylvania residents and 69.0% of enrolled students from other States. By gender, 64.8% of enrolled students is women and 34.5% is men students.
A total of 649 students have enrolled to Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine. By gender, there are 255 male and 392 female students at Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine.
| 2024 | |
|---|---|
| Total Enrollment | 649 |
| Men Students | 255 |
| Women Students | 392 |
| First-time Students | 145 |