D.O. Application Requirements

Prerequisite Requirements

Students need to complete the following prerequisite coursework.

Courses

  • English - 6 semester hours
  • Behavioral Sciences - 6 semester hours
  • Biology / Zoology - 6 semester hours
  • Chemistry -12 semester hours / must include 3 hours of Biochemistry
  • Physics - 6 semester hours
  • Labs - 6 semester hours / 2 hours must be in Biology and the other 4 can be any combination of Biology, Chemistry, or Physics Labs

A grade of "C" or better must be earned in all prerequisite coursework. Applicants must complete a total of 90 semester hours of credit from a regionally accredited college or university.

Recommended Courses (optional)

  • Anatomy
  • Embryology
  • Cell Biology
  • Histology
  • Medical Microbiology
  • Modern Genetics
  • Physiology
  • Immunology
  • Psychology
  • Sociology

Screening Criteria to Receive a Supplemental Application, GPA & MCAT Score Averages

The information listed below is to guide you regarding what we are looking for in a student academically. Meeting the screening criteria or average GPA or MCAT scores listed below does not guarantee that a student will be selected for an interview or granted admission to WVSOM. MCAT scores must be within 3 calendar years of matriculation.

Supplemental Application Criteria Science GPA: 3.0
Supplemental Application Criteria MCAT: 490

Competitive Science GPA: 3.2
Competitive MCAT: 495

Average Science GPA: 3.53
Average MCAT: 502

Letters of Recommendation

WVSOM requires two (2) letters of recommendation. Please do not have an individual who is a relative write either of these letters for you.

  • Pre-med committee letter or any science faculty member who instructed you.
  • A letter from a physician (MD or DO) is required. A letter from an osteopathic physician is recommended.

Citizenship:

Students are required to have U.S. citizenship or have proof of permanent resident status (green card).

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