New York, NY
🩺 School Overview
Tuition (In State): $66,954
Tuition (Out of State): $66,954
Accreditation Status: Full
Acceptance Rate: N/A
Total Enrollment: 101
Degrees: MD
Founding Year: 1898
Accreditation Year: 1942
Website: https://weill.cornell.edu
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📄 Application Information
Applications Received: N/A
Interviews Granted: N/A
Admitted: N/A
Average MCAT: 517
Average GPA: 3.8
Male: N/A
Female: N/A
Underrepresented:N/A
Interview Feedback Summary
Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 16% of interviews, indicating it is highly regarded. They found the interview mixed with a moderate stress level, and felt they did okay.
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- 1. Other – Please write a brief statement giving your reasons for applying to Weill Cornell Medical College.
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About the School
Weill Cornell Medical College (WCMC), established in 1898, is the medical school of Cornell University, located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan in New York City. It is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, one of the top-ranked hospitals in the United States, and maintains partnerships with institutions such as the Hospital for Special Surgery, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, and Rockefeller University. WCMC also operates an international branch, Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar, offering a Cornell University medical degree overseas. As of the latest data, the college enrolls approximately 414 students and employs around 1,814 faculty members.
Curriculum
WCMC’s curriculum is structured into three phases: Foundations, Clerkships, and Advanced Clinical Experience. The Foundations phase covers principles in medicine and disease. The Clerkships phase offers students clinical experience in specialties including surgery, pediatrics, and psychiatry. The final phase, Advanced Clinical Experience, includes a six-month dedicated research block, electives, and courses on clinical ethics and healthcare policy. The curriculum incorporates various educational methods, such as problem-based learning, case-based learning, flipped classrooms, longitudinal patient experiences, clinical skills workshops, office preceptorships, and interactive sessions and small-group discussions.
Facilities
WCMC boasts state-of-the-art educational facilities, including the Joan and Sanford I. Weill Education Center, which houses 21 teaching rooms equipped with advanced technology suitable for small group learning and laboratories for microscopy. Additional facilities include the Samuel J. Wood Library, the C.V. Starr Biomedical Information Center, and the Margaret & Ian Smith Clinical Skills Center. The college’s Facilities Management and Campus Operations Department oversees the maintenance of equipment systems within institutional buildings, ensuring a safe environment for students, staff, and guests.
Demographics
WCMC is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. The graduate student population is approximately 55% female and 45% male. Racial and ethnic composition includes White (34.34%), Asian (23.22%), International (16.11%), Hispanic (10.14%), Black or African American (6.35%), Multi-Ethnic (2.72%), and Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander (0.30%). The institution emphasizes the importance of cultural competencies, reflecting its diverse patient population across various clinical affiliates.
SDN Insights
Our analysis of Cornell:
Student Loan Burden: $605,968
A student taking student loans for all 4 years of medical school at Cornell, including tuition, fees, locally adjusted cost of living expenses, incidentals, and interest, can expect to have total student loans of $605,968. Estimate repayment with the SDN School Loan Repayment Calculator.
Cost of Living: Highest 97% Nationally
The cost of living at Cornell is among the top 97% of all medical schools. Take this into consideration when considering loan burden.
Environment: Urban
Despite limited walkability, the area surrounding Cornell offers good biking infrastructure, making it easier for cyclists to get around. Students who enjoy biking as a primary mode of transport will find the area more accessible than it might seem at first glance.
School Address: Room 104, 445 E. 69th St., New York, NY 10021
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