University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson
#46 in Lowest Acceptance Rate
Founded in 1967, University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson is a Public school located in Tucson, AZ.
University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson is ranked 46th in Lowest Acceptance Rate.
The following statements briefly introduce University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson along with key academic facts.
- The average MCAT Score of enrolled students at University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson is 508 - the average MCAT score of U.S. medical schools is 512.
- The average GPA of enrolled students at University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson is 3.74 - the average GPA score of U.S. medical schools is 3.77.
- The 2024 tuition & fees at University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson is $57,628 - the average medical school tuition is $61,203.
- The acceptance rate* at University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson is 1.68% - the average acceptance rate of U.S. medical school is 3.97%.
- Total 518 medical school students have enrolled to University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson for the academic year 2023-2024.
*The acceptance rate: percentage of applicants who are enrolled finally.
2024 University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Tuition & Fees
The 2024 tuition at University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson is $39,456 for Arizona residents and $57,628 for out-of-state students. The 2024 tuition & fees is increased by 2.77% compared to the previous year rate (2023). University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson's tuition is 5.84% lower than average tuition of U.S. medical schools and similar to the average tuition of Arizona medical schools.
The medical school tuition differs and more expensive than the regular undergraduate and graduate programs. The average undergraduate program tuition & fees at University of Arizona is $13,277 for Arizona residents and $38,784 for out-of-state students. The average graduate schools tuition & fees other than medical school is $14,389 for Arizona residents and $33,961 for out-of-state students
The average living costs including room & board and transportation costs is $23,870 and the personal miscellaneous expenses is $3,850.
| Arizona Residents | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Tuition & Fees | $39,456 | $57,628 |
| U.S. Public Medical School Average | $39,216 | $61,203 |
| Arizona Public Medical School Average | $39,456 | $57,628 |
| Living Costs | $23,870 | |
| Miscellaneous expenses | $3,850 | |
| Books & Supplies | $800 | |
| Undergraduate Program | $13,277 | $38,784 |
| Graduate Program | $14,389 | $33,961 |
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 University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson is $242,068 for Arizona residents and $326,908 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 | |||||
| Arizona Residents | $35,922 | $34,914 | $33,936 | $32,986 | $137,758 |
| Out-of-State | $56,056 | $55,514 | $55,514 | $55,514 | $222,598 |
| Room & Board / transportation | $20,200 | $20,790 | $22,680 | $20,790 | $84,460 |
| Books & Supplies | $800 | $1,450 | $1,450 | $750 | $4,450 |
| Miscellaneous Expenses | $3,500 | $3,850 | $4,200 | $3,850 | $15,400 |
| COA | |||||
| Arizona Residents | $60,422 | $61,004 | $62,266 | $58,376 | $242,068 |
| Out-of-State | $80,556 | $81,604 | $83,844 | $80,904 | $326,908 |
MCAT & GPA Scores
The average MCAT score of enrolled students at University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson is 508. Compared to the average MCAT of all medical schools, the MCAT score of University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson is around average of U.S. medical schools (the average score is 512).
The average GPA is 3.74 and it is around average compared to other medical schools (the average GPA is 3.77).
| 2024 | |
|---|---|
| MCAT - University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson | 508 |
| U.S. Medical Schools | 512 |
| Arizona Medical Schools | 515 |
| GPA - University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson | 3.74 |
| U.S. Medical Schools | 3.77 |
| Arizona Medical Schools | 3.82 |
Acceptance Rate & Yield
The 2024 acceptance rate at University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson is 1.68% where 7,023 applicants have applied to and 118 students have accepted and finally enrolled to school.
The acceptance rate at UA College of Medicine - Tucson 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 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | Other State | Men | Women | ||
| Applicants | 7,023 | 702 (10.0%) |
6,321 (90.0%) |
3,202 (45.6%) |
3,799 (54.1%) |
| Enrolled | 118 | 89 (75.4%) |
29 (24.6%) |
43 (36.4%) |
75 (63.6%) |
| Acceptance Rate | 1.68% | 12.67% | 0.46% | 1.34% | 1.98% |
| U.S. Medical Schools | 3.97% | 11.88% | 1.26% | 3.93% | 4.02% |
| Arizona Medical Schools | 1.89% | 8.08% | 1.17% | 1.87% | 1.93% |
New Students and Total Enrollment
For the academic year 2023-2024, total 118 first-time students have enrolled in University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson.By residency, 75.4% of new students is Arizona residents and 24.6% of enrolled students from other States. By gender, 63.6% of enrolled students is women and 36.4% is men students.
A total of 518 students have enrolled to University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson. By gender, there are 225 male and 293 female students at University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson.
| 2024 | |
|---|---|
| Total Enrollment | 518 |
| Men Students | 225 |
| Women Students | 293 |
| First-time Students | 118 |