Colton, CA
🩺 School Overview
Tuition (In State): $63,800
Tuition (Out of State): $63,800
Accreditation Status: Provisional
Acceptance Rate: N/A
Total Enrollment: 60
Degrees: MD
Founding Year: 2018
Accreditation Year: 2018
Website: https://www.cusm.edu
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📄 Application Information
Applications Received: N/A
Interviews Granted: N/A
Admitted: N/A
Average MCAT: 514
Average GPA: 3.73
Male: N/A
Female: N/A
Underrepresented:N/A
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5 Most Common Secondary Essay Questions for CUSM
- 1. Community, Diversity, and Equity – Diversity comes in many forms. How do you think you might contribute to the diversity of the class?
- 2. Other – Describe the last time you were criticized by a peer or supervisor. How did you handle it?
- 3. Motivation and Fit – Give an example of when you had to work with someone who was difficult to get along with. Why was this person difficult? How did you handle that person?
- 4. Other – What would be the best example that shows you are a person of integrity?
- 5. Other – If given the opportunity to attend medical school, where would you see yourself in ten years?
About the School
The California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM), established in 2015, is a private medical school located in Colton, California. It offers a Doctor of Medicine (MD) program and a Master of Biomedical Sciences (MBS) program. CUSM received preliminary accreditation from the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) in February 2018, allowing it to recruit and teach medical students. In July 2023, the university achieved institutional accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).
Curriculum
CUSM's MD program curriculum is designed to inspire, motivate, and empower students to become excellent and caring physicians, scientists, and leaders. The program emphasizes critical thinking, creativity, integrity, and professionalism in an inclusive environment. The MBS program aims to better prepare students for careers in medicine or other healthcare professions by enhancing their academic qualifications for advanced healthcare educational programs.
Facilities
The CUSM campus, completed in 2020, features two lecture halls, nine college rooms, 15 clinical skills rooms, and three laboratories. The university is affiliated with Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, serving as its primary teaching hospital.
Demographics
CUSM has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. In 2019, more than 5,300 students applied to the MD program, with 98 students enrolling in the class of 2023. The majority of students in the classes of 2022, 2023, and 2024 come from California, with 80%, 80%, and 98% respectively. The university strives to cultivate a culture where everyone is valued, promoting equity and support for historically excluded, underrepresented, and marginalized populations.
SDN Insights
Our analysis of CUSM:
Student Loan Burden: $453,226
A student taking student loans for all 4 years of medical school at CUSM, including tuition, fees, locally adjusted cost of living expenses, incidentals, and interest, can expect to have total student loans of $453,226. Estimate repayment with the SDN School Loan Repayment Calculator.
Cost of Living: Highest 8% Nationally
The cost of living at CUSM is among the top 8% of all medical schools. Take this into consideration when considering loan burden.
Environment: Urban
The area surrounding CUSM is best navigated by car, with few amenities within walking or biking distance. While this quieter environment may offer fewer distractions, it requires a bit more planning for everyday errands or exploring local offerings.
School Address: 217 E. Club Center Drive, Colton, CA 92408
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