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Academic Requirements

The University of Minnesota
Medical School, Duluth Campus

Admissions Office
(218) 726-8511
medadmis@d.umn.edu

Course Requirements for Entrance

 
Required Courses

 

 
Semesters

 

 
Quarters

 

 

Biology (with lab)

Biological sciences cousework with emphasis on general principles, cell biology, and/or physiology

 

1

1

 

Chemistry (with lab)

General or Organic Chemistry

 

1

1

 

Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Physics (additional courses)

Life Sciences courses include biology, genetics, zoology, botany, parasitology, etc. 

At least two classes must be upper-level courses.

 

4

4

 

Humanities or Social Sciences

One upper-level course in the humanities or the social sciences with an intensive writing requirement

 

1

1

Recommended courses

 

Biochemistry

Ethics

Genetics

Psychology

Statistics

Foreign Language

Independent learning courses

Seminar-type courses involving small group discussions

Social and behavioral sciences and humanities

 

  Note:

  • The MCAT and a bachelor’s degree from an accredited U.S. or Canadian college or university are required.

  • All prerequisite courses must be completed and bachelor's degree earned by August 1st of the year of matriculation

  • These course requirements CANNOT be fulfilled with CLEP credits.

  • These course requirements CANNOT be fulfilled by AP credits. Those who received AP credit for courses such as general chemistry or biology still will need one semester of chemistry and biology with labs.  This can be an advanced chemistry, organic chemistry, or any advanced biology course.  Do not re-take coursework for which you already received AP credit.

  • International applicants should refer to the Policy for International Applicants for specific information on degree and course requirements.

The best qualified applicants to the University of Minnesota Medical School will demonstrate a commitment to delivering compassionate and quality care, as well as a high degree of personal integrity and skill in communicating with diverse groups.  They should be self-directed individuals who are committed to life-long learning.


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